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Feb 2024
29m 43s

When Should Companies Weigh in on Conten...

Harvard Business Review
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In a globally connected and highly politicized world, organizations are increasingly expected to comment on social, political, and environmental issues. But taking a stance doesn't always make business sense and can backfire when employees or consumers see a disconnect between leaders’ words and actions. Alison Taylor, associate professor at New York Univers ... Show More
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