Cross-training first responders; a solution to EMT attacks
Watch KWWL's coverage of Associate Professor Semin Park's research about ways to improve safety for EMTs.
Culture clash could be to blame for UnityPoint, Sanford Health merger halt
A number of factors could have contributed to UnityPoint Health’s decision not to go forward with a formal partnership with a South Dakota-based system, even after months of discussions, experts say. But it may have come down to clashing cultures.
The science of a firm handshake
Greg Stewart’s conclusion seemed simple enough--the handshake is, indeed, as important as everyone says it is when looking for a new job. It was, in fact, the first study to quantify that importance, concluding that a handshake seems to be a trigger that sets off a job interviewer’s overall impression of the interviewee. It’s more important, even, than dress or physical appearance, while a dead fish can end the interview before it even begins.
How the best employees can hurt a business
Workplace stars often make considerable contributions to their team’s overall success, but a new study from the University of Iowa finds that success often comes at the expense of co-workers.
Tippie faculty member honored with top teaching award
Greg Stewart, professor of management and entrepreneurship and the Mary H. Bell Chair in Leadership, received a 2018 President and Provost Award for Teaching Excellence in recognition of his years of outstanding teaching.
The downside of carrying the most weight at work
Associate Pprofessor of Management and Entrepreneurship Ning Li and his research on office rock stars are part of this Wall Street Journal article. (Readers may need a subscription to read this article.)
Companies need to be ready for #MeToo impact
This KCRG-TV9 video and print story discusses sexual assault and harassment in the workplace. Assistant Professor Beth Livingston is interviewed.
The common crisis of job burnout
Tippie professor Eean Crawford looks into the stressful demands that lead to job burnout.