Neighbor Networks: Understanding the Power of Networks
A surprising finding on the value of colleague networks leads to an even more remarkable revelation of how networks truly work.
Content: Article | Author: Ronald S. Burt | Source: Capital Ideas | Subject: Organizational Behavior
The Culture Effect
During periods of rampant mergers and acquisitions, a critical eye is given to a company’s corporate culture. According to recent research by Ronald Burt, a professor of sociology and strategy at the University of Chicago Graduate School of Business, a strong corporate culture can positively affect a firm’s economic performance. But there is no guarantee that a strong culture assures high performance. Burt’s conclusion: the … [ Read more ]
Content: Article | Author: Ronald S. Burt | Source: Capital Ideas | Subject: Organizational Behavior
Maximize Your Social Capital: A New Guide To Networking
It is common knowledge that managers have to build strong networks of personal relationships to accomplish their business goals, and that the general rule is to build for diversity. But not all networking structures are created equal according to University of Chicago Graduate School of Business professor of sociology and strategy Ronald S. Burt. In his 1997 report “The Gender of Social Capital,” Burt finds … [ Read more ]
Content: Article | Author: Ronald S. Burt | Source: Capital Ideas | Subjects: Career, Women in Business