Psychology says people who keep saying 'sorry', even when it's someone else's mistake, aren't weak, they may be trying to protect relationshipsPsychology suggests that people who constantly say "sorry", even when others are responsible, aren't necessarily weak or lacking confidence...
18 Jul, 2026, 11.54 PM IST
Psychology says waiters who repeat your order word-for-word may be doing more than avoiding mistakes, as it can lead to bigger tipsA study revealed that waiters repeating customer orders received larger tips. This mimicry behavior increased tips by over sixty-eight perc...
18 Jul, 2026, 11.40 AM IST
For investors with an over 2-year perspective: 5 mid- and small-cap stocks with an upside potential of up to 26%This is a market to be selective in, not brave in. The safer way to play a turn in the market is to stay with businesses whose demand does ...
13 Jul, 2026, 12.15 PM IST
Psychology says people who don't like talking to customer care aren't necessarily antisocial, they may be trying to reduce stress and uncertaintyPsychology suggests that people who dislike talking to customer service are not necessarily impatient, rude, or antisocial. For many, these...
12 Jul, 2026, 08.26 AM IST
Psychology of smiling: Psychology says the barista whose smile crinkles their eyes isn't just doing customer service; Ekman's research found a real "Duchenne" smile is physiologically tied to genuine enjoymentGenuine smiles often involve eye crinkles, indicating real positive feelings. Subsequent research shows these eye crinkles can be deliberat...
08 Jul, 2026, 07.59 PM IST
Psychology of waiting in line: People who jump checkout lines when they're stuck at the very back aren't reacting only to wait time; research found being in last place itself increased switching and abandonmentCustomer dissatisfaction in queues stems from rank, not just wait time. Being last in line increases switching and abandonment rates signif...
08 Jul, 2026, 07.56 PM IST
'Treat EVs like gadgets': Tata Electric Mobility CCO Vivek Srivatsa on resale concerns, Sierra EV, price parity with ICE and why Gen Z is the next big betIn an exclusive interview with ET, Vivek Srivatsa, Chief Commercial Officer of Tata Passenger Electric Mobility, speaks about the Sierra EV...
08 Jul, 2026, 02.38 PM IST
Psychology says people who consistently tip 15% or more may not just be rewarding good service, they may also be reinforcing their identityPsychological research reveals tipping reflects personal values and self-perception. Generous tips reinforce an individual's belief in thei...
08 Jul, 2026, 09.02 AM IST
Why Gen AI Feels So Threatening to WorkersAs generative AI begins to handle more cognitive, creative, and interpersonal tasks, many employees perceive it to be a threat to their com...
03 Jul, 2026, 03.45 PM IST
These large- and mid-cap stocks can give more than 20% return in 1 year, according to analystsIn just a few days, the Q1 earnings season for FY27 will start. But before that will come the season of business updates. And that needs to...
03 Jul, 2026, 12.49 PM IST
Bereaved South Koreans try AI-generated videos of deceased loved onesLee, 28, wrote a message and hired the Seoul-based tech company Vaice in December to make a short video clip showing a digital likeness of ...
02 Jul, 2026, 08.29 AM IST
Psychology says people who use coupons to avail a discount at different restaurants aren't always frugal: What this money-saving habit meansPsychology says people who use coupons to avail a discount at different restaurants aren't simply trying to spend less money. Many people u...
30 Jun, 2026, 01.40 AM IST
Psychology says people who leave generous tip for the waiters at any restaurant and bar aren't always trying to impress others: What the behavior may really meanPsychology says people who leave generous tip for the waiters at any restaurant and bar aren't always trying to show wealth or gain attenti...
27 Jun, 2026, 07.57 PM IST
Talent twist: Silicon Valley's India story takes an unexpected turnThe prospective appointment of Kunal Shah to a leadership position at WhatsApp exemplifies an emerging pattern: Indian founders are increas...
24 Jun, 2026, 01.47 PM IST
Psychology says people who press the elevator repeatedly are not necessarily impatient: It is about craving control during tiny moments of uncertaintyThe elevator button is just one example of a broader psychological pattern. The key insight is that people are often not trying to make the...
17 Jun, 2026, 10.59 AM IST
Psychology says burnout is not laziness: Why sleep, weekends and vacations stop helping when your mind is exhausted from carrying silent pressurePsychology suggests that recovering from burnout requires more than extra sleep or the occasional day off. Lasting recovery often involves ...
15 Jun, 2026, 05.15 PM IST
Psychology says people who skip self-checkout aren't inefficient; they may be holding onto a small social need the machine quietly erasedSmall, everyday interactions with acquaintances significantly boost happiness and belonging, research reveals. Even brief, warm exchanges w...
13 Jun, 2026, 03.56 PM IST