In the face of climate change, which is forcing us to rethink our food and therefore our agricultural production, we need to revisit the link that can exist between the quality of an agricultural [...]
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The undead life of academic publishing
Take a random scholarly article from a wide range of journals in management and organization research. Even if you have never read an academic paper before, you will quickly notice that many articles published in the same issue look very much the same. The title, abstract, keywords, introduction, literature review, methods, findings, discussion… Although the […]
RECEBA Centre of vocational excellence launches in Rome: six european regions join forces on circular economy skills
As Europe accelerates its circular economy ambitions, regions are facing growing pressure to equip workers and SMEs with the right skills. Launched this week in Rome, the RECEBA project brings together 17 organisations across six European regions to build a long-term vocational excellence network focused on circular business innovation, micro-credentials and regional skills ecosystems. This week in Rome, […]
What LEGO teaches us about collector's markets
David Moroz LEGO is no longer just a toy for children: it has also become a sought-after collector’s item, with a particularly dynamic second-hand market. Like certain luxury brands such as Pandora and Hermès, the LEGO Group encourages its customers to collect by developing varied and sometimes limited-edition ranges. When a range – known as […]
Fake experts, real influencers: a challenge for brands
Damien Chaney, Magali Trelohan et David Moroz Some consumers, because they have accumulated experience with a product or brand, end up believing themselves to be experts. Convinced that they know everything, they adopt very assertive attitudes, confidently express their opinions, and become unreceptive to new information. In other words, they become subject to a phenomenon […]
Future-Proofing Education: The Urgent Need for Sustainability Integration in Curricula
V G Venkatesh Professor- Supply Chain Management EM Normandie Business School, France Sustainability embodies a fundamental principle for global organizations; however, it poses a substantial challenge for stakeholders across various critical domains, including policy, education, and industry, in designing, implementing, and aligning initiatives with societal needs. The field has garnered significant attention as observers continually […]
Professional isolation: is it permanent or just a spike?
The isolation of independent workers including freelancers is traditionally seen as a continuous state in which individuals feel disconnected from their professional environment. This belief, deeply rooted in the literature, suggests that the feeling of professional isolation gradually takes hold and endures over time. However, we know very little about the temporal aspect of this […]
Mayotte: the urgent need for sustainable reconstruction
Mayotte, the poorest and most unequal region of France in the European Union, is facing two cyclones: natural disasters and the more insidious social and economic divide. While cyclone Chido caused considerable damage, the island’s structural vulnerabilities amplify the effects of these repeated crises. Yet these challenges can be an opportunity for transformation if the […]
Can employers gauge positivity on LinkedIn? Study finds positive affectivity may increase employment chances for business school students.
Can employers gauge your trait positivity on LinkedIn? A recent study published in Career Development International suggests they can. It shows that job seekers with higher levels of positive affectivity are more likely to receive favorable ratings from recruiters. This influence occurs through two key factors: their intrinsic motivation and their efforts in building professional […]
Regions, cities and the circular economy: territories at the forefront of sustainability
The book Regions, Cities and the Circular Economy, co-edited by Sébastien Bourdin (EM Normandie Business School), André Torre (Paris-Saclay University, INRAE), and Eveline van Leeuwen (Wageningen University), offers a critical and comprehensive exploration of the role of territories in driving and implementing circular economy strategies. In an era marked by pressing environmental challenges—climate change, resource […]
Ethical Ramifications of the Dark Side of Business Practices in the International Business Area
The paper explores the ethical challenges linked to negative business practices in international business (IB). The main findings and conclusions can be summarized as follows: Main Findings I- Four Key Themes: the paper identifies four critical areas of concern regarding dark-side practices in IB: II- Dark-Side Practices: the paper discusses examples of unethical business practices […]