Research finds perceived warmth, 'babyfaceness' positive characteristics for black CEOs

Thursday, April 30, 2009 - 09:22 in Psychology & Sociology

As President Barack Obama commemorates his 100th day as the country's first black commander-in-chief, a new study by Kellogg School of Management researchers examines the intersection of race and power in corporate America. While many traits of successful leaders transcend racial or ethnic bounds, this study sought to focus on one particular facet of blacks' ascensions to power: the physical characteristics of so-called "babyfaces," and their influence on perception and achievement.

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