My research

Why does the same thing work in one place and fail in another?

That's the question behind most of my research. I study how culture shapes people's work, careers, and business decisions.

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What I study

Four big topics

Refugees and immigrants at work

What helps newcomers find jobs that fit them, and how do managers decide whom to hire when a culture is new to them?

Global virtual teams

What do people expect when they work with teammates around the world online, and what really happens?

Rewards, stress, and engagement

When does money motivate people, and when doesn't it? How do office politics and bad bosses change the picture?

Culture and investment

How do culture and law shape how companies are governed and where they choose to invest?

Current work

What I'm working on

Published

Revise and resubmit

Under review

In progress

Want to work together?

I love meeting new co-authors. Send me a note.

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