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It’s us versus them: Here’s what happens when leaders have an underdog mentality - StudyFinds
From David and Goliath to the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team, the story of an underdog upsetting the heavy favorite is a tale as old as time.
February 16, 2023Business News, Research and Innovation
Beating the odds: Research examines how leaders use underdog stories to motivate their teams - Phys.org
Underdog narratives are a tried-and-true leadership tactic designed to motivate teams and organizations.
February 15, 2023Business News, Research and Innovation
Drinking Coffee Makes You Spend More - NewsBreak
A study by the University of South Florida (USF) has revealed that people who drink caffeinated coffee before they shop typically spend 50% more in store than those who don’t.
February 14, 2023Business News, Research and Innovation
Speed networking event connects students to possible future employers
The first-ever Muma College of Business speed networking event on the St. Petersburg campus brought students face-to-face with companies looking for future employees.
February 14, 2023Business News, Events
Hundreds gather for 'State of the Region' update at USF - CBS News
For the sixth year, over four hundred business, government and nonprofit leaders came at the University of South Florida on Friday for a State of the Region address on campus.
February 14, 2023Business News, Research and Innovation
Rapid7 and USF partner to establish the Rapid7 Cyber Threat Intelligence Lab
The $1.5 million investment by the Rapid7 Cybersecurity Foundation will also create an endowed faculty position in the USF Muma College of Business.
February 13, 2023Business News
Beating the odds: Research examines how leaders use underdog stories to motivate their team
Little is understood about how these underdog stories influence the actions and attitudes of team members. A newly published article tackles that subject and offers a roadmap — and lists potential potholes — for leaders across all industries to consider when crafting an underdog narrative.
February 13, 2023Business News, Research and Innovation
Tampa Bay Partnership and the USF Muma College of Business unveil key economic findings at ‘State of the Region’ annual event - Community Foundation
This year’s findings focus on the state of work and life, and the future of work and life. Researchers and subject matter experts dive deeper into causes, implications, and the shared community challenges ahead.
February 10, 2023Business News, Research and Innovation
New report shows how Tampa Bay area stacks up against other communities in the US - Fox 13 Tampa Bay
Quality of life, work balance, transit and housing affordability in the Tampa Bay area were among the aspects of life stacked up against similar cities around the country in a State of the Region report Friday.
February 10, 2023Business News, Research and Innovation
‘State of the Region’ researchers unveil economic competitiveness data measuring the quality of work and life in the Tampa Bay region
Researchers shared some high notes — as well as some sobering trend lines — at the sixth State of the Region community luncheon held on USF’s Tampa campus.
February 10, 2023Business News, Events, Research and Innovation
USF awarded its largest grant to prepare students for federal cybersecurity careers
The National Science Foundation has awarded the University of South Florida a $3.7 million grant – helping prepare students for in-demand, high-paying cybersecurity jobs in the federal government and other public institutions.
February 2, 2023Business News, Research and Innovation
Boundless Bulls: Freeman Talla
Inspired by the tragic death of his aunt who died while seeking emergency medical care during a power outage in Cameroon, USF Sarasota-Manatee graduate student Freeman Talla is determined to help expand the African nation’s solar power sector.
February 2, 2023Business News, Entrepreneurship, Spotlights