Do Left-Handed Leaders Fuel Innovation in Business?
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A new study published in the Journal of Behavioral and Experimental Finance explores the relationship between left-handed CEOs and company innovation. The research by Long Chen and his team analyzed 500 CEOs to establish their handedness and determine its impact on innovation. Findings indicate that companies led by left-handed individuals achieved higher innovation success, measured through patent grants, challenging the existing assumptions about the link between handedness and creativity, particularly in business contexts.
The study reveals that left-handed CEOs are associated with greater innovation success as measured by patent grants and other indicators, challenging previous notions about handedness in creative roles.
Led by Long Chen, the research team employed a multi-faceted approach to identify the handedness of 500 CEOs, blending direct inquiries with analysis of visual materials.
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