One expectation when computationally solving an Earth system model is that a correct answer exists, that with adequate physical approximations and numerical methods our solutions will converge to that single answer. With such hubris, we performed a controlled numerical test of the atmospheric transport of CO(2) using 2 models known for accurate transport of trace species. Resulting differences ...

The framework of (flexible) inflation targeting was widely credited with facilitating or even causing the ‘great moderation’. In public perception, hubris has now been followed by nemesis and the inflation targeting framework is increasing blamed for the current financial crisis and the world recession. Many argue that the basis of monetary policy must change – especially in the direction of gi...

This study examines the structure of self-estimates of intelligence (SEI) across 12 nations (Australia, Austria, Brazil, France, Iran, Israel, Malaysia, South Africa, Spain, Turkey, UK and US). Participants rated themselves on general and specific abilities from three popular models of intelligence: Gardner's multiple intelligences, Sternberg's triarchic theory of intelligence, and Goleman's em...

This paper aims to enrich the behavioral theory of international business strategy by investigating how CEO hubris (i.e., excess pride and confidence) affects strategic choices, that is, location selection, entry timing, modes into target market. Specifically, we focus on relationship between cultural distance choices consider as a mechanism influences CEOs' decisions. Our conceptual framework ...

Enabling science to improve policy is essential provide human security, advance well-being and protect the global commons. While advances in technology now permit new solutions mounting challenges, we must use these breakthroughs strengthen constructive collective action at appropriate scales, from sub-national global. We abandon hubris recognize challenge of navigating complex systems. The sol...

Empathy is increasingly seen as integral to effective strategy, offering solutions policy failures and new ways achieve strategic operational success. Despite its softer connotations, empathy hard, requiring strategists confront misperceptions false assumptions, overcome individual egos national hubris. This article reviews the literature, examining some of gaps costs incurred. Whilst may have ...

Abstract Using an extensive panel of cross-border M&A transactions between 1990 and 2007, we find that firms from developing countries (versus those from developed countries) bid higher on average to acquire assets in developed countries. We are interested in why these higher bids occur. We find that bids of firms from developing countries are higher in cases where the transaction displays “nat...

Urban integration is seemingly on the lips of all involved with urban development in South Africa. One can be forgiven for thinking it is the magic bullet that will resolve the many intractable problems that mark South Africa’s cities. Urban integration is the core idea that underpins the unfolding Urban Renewal Strategy of the government. The notion emerges strongly in the recently published D...