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A new study on India’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) law shows that forcing companies to spend 2% of their profits on social and environmental projects can actually work, but only if the companies take it seriously. The research found that real improvements in community engagement and environmental stewardship happened only in firms that spent more money and set up expert committees to oversee the work, proving that strong rules with proper oversight can push businesses to be more responsible.
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Research into private equity firms reveals that skilled managers are given more money to invest and create more overall value, even though their percentage returns might go down on bigger deals. This finding highlights how these firms act as smart capital allocators, boosting the economy by funding the most talented people, not just the biggest projects.
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A study on workplace culture found that when an organization’s rules and expectations are very clear (a “tight” culture), it increases creativity for men but does not have the same effect for women. This surprising gender gap suggests that common management strategies for boosting innovation might not work equally for everyone, calling for more nuanced approaches to team leadership.
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