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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

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

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

¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵawarded its largest grant to prepare students for federal cybersecurity careers

The National Science Foundation has awarded the ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵ 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, ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵSarasota-Manatee graduate student Freeman Talla is determined to help expand the African nation’s solar power sector.

February 2, 2023Business News, Entrepreneurship, Spotlights

¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵEsports Summit speakers talk equity and community in gaming

The fourth annual ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵEsports Summit centered on building community — particularly as it relates to gender and race — within the $1 billion dollar esports gaming industry.

January 30, 2023Business News, Events

To quote the late Nancy Reagan, "Just say no."

January 28, 2023Business News

Life in the clouds is a utopia free from WiFi, email and conference calls. But for how much longer?

January 27, 2023Business News

¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵand Florida Blue host inaugural forum on AI and data for healthcare

The conference brought policymakers, healthcare industry leaders, academics, and students together to share ideas and promote collaboration on using data and AI in the healthcare industry.

January 27, 2023Business News, Events, Research and Innovation

TECO Peoples Gas president Helen Wesley talks renewable energy and corporate skills at Conversation with a CEO event

During the hour-long conversation, Wesley shared lessons she's learned as an executive with 30-plus years in the energy sector.

January 25, 2023Business News, Events

¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵfaculty members recognized with Excellence in Innovation Awards

Manish Agrawal, a professor of information systems and management at the Muma College of Business, was named the recipient of the ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵExcellence in Innovation Award.

January 25, 2023Business News, Honors and Awards, Research and Innovation