This study develops and tests a theory of status dynamics in the context of combinations of social actors. Although not possible in an interpersonal context, the organizational setting provides a unique opportunity to observe these combinations. Mergers are not only observable, but are among the...

Research optimism among securities analysts has been attributed to incentives provided by underwriting activities. We examine how analysts' forecast optimism varies with the business activities used to fund research. We find that analysts at firms with underwriting and trading businesses are...

Provides an overview of leadership development for the manager charged with developing a single individual or corporate leadership program. Introduces a framework for understanding the components of developmental experiences and then applies it to a range of experiences, including: formal and...