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Firms that engaged in prior socially responsible behavior are more likely to then engage in socially irresponsible behavior, research finds By Sean Nealon on November 20, 2013   Elaine M. Wong, an assistant professor of management RIVERSIDE, Calif. (www.ucr.edu) — In 2008, the CEO of British Petroleum, Tony Hayward announced that BP’s safety record was…

Creativity is often touted as a positive activity for organizations, but it is inherently risky. Research led by management professors at UC Riverside has found that when company leaders discuss creativity and innovation, investors react negatively to the perception of risk, displaying a creativity bias.