The Wall Street Journal on Appearing Busy

Published on April 11, 2023

A recent Wall Street Journal article considers the social value of appearing busy in American culture. The article cites research by Professor Silvia Bellezza, the Gantcher Associate Professor of Business in Marketing, on how appearing busy is an indicator of competence, ambition, and importance in American culture. It also explores how overly packed schedules can impede socializing and puts forth ways to connect in spite of busy schedules. Read more.

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