We've compiled a comprehensive list of the seminal studies on workplace topics. We've written an abstract to go with each study to give you a sense of what's
contained within. Check back to this section, which is updated frequently.
Diversity
Big Gap Between Education, Aspirations of Asian Americans and Their Representation in Management
A study reveals why Asians hold only 2 percent of top corporate jobs – and why this should matter to companies and what they can do about it.
Read more studies in our Diversity
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Open Communications
Communication the Clear Driver in Boosting Perception of Fairness in Workplace Rewards
As opposed to bonuses or other incentives, a report finds that communication is the overwhelming concern when it comes to reward fairness.
Read more studies in our Open Communications
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Employee Wellness
Workers Say Wellness Programs a Primary Motivator, Productivity Driver
A survey finds 4 in 10 workers say wellness benefits motivate them to work harder and improve productivity through increased energy.
Read more studies in our Employee
Wellness archive.
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Culture
Culture-Building Initiatives and Their Business Impact at 10 Diverse Small Firms
A report by SJF Institute shares workplace culture practices that increase engagement and business results at 10 small businesses across the U.S.
Read more studies in our Culture
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Teambuilding
Eight Out of 10 Remote Contractors Feel They're an Integral Part of Their Employers' Team
An oDesk survey finds that 87 percent of remote contractors feel they are an integral part of their employers' staff. Read on to see why.
Read more studies in our Teambuilding
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Work/Life Balance
Offering More Job Autonomy to Working Mothers Can Improve Their Retention
A study finds that working mothers who are given more control and flexibility over their schedules are more liable to stay on the job.
Read more studies in our Work/Life
Balance archive.
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Employee Benefits
Growing Company Sales Linked to Richer Benefits Packages
An Aflac survey finds that employers with growing sales were more likely to report offering every benefit it asked about than employers with shrinking sales were.
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Benefits archive.
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Corporate Social Responsibility
Better CSR Performance Removes Restraints to Capital
According to a study, corporate social responsibility (CSR) can make it easier for firms to secure financing for new projects.
Read more studies in our Corporate
Social Responsibility archive.
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Rewards and Recognition
Career Advancement Potential Edges Out Salary as Top Work-Seeking Factor for 2011 Graduates
According to a study of 2011 versus 2010 university graduates, the top factor when deciding where to work has changed from salary to career advancement opportunities.
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and Recognition archive.
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Learning and Development
Professional Development Spending Most Effective When Tied to Career Advancement Opportunities
A study finds that employees feel little compulsion to stay with an employer that provides professional development if they don't see any career advancement opportunities.
Read more studies in our Learning
and Development archive.
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