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Anna B. Wroblewska

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Anna began her career in finance as a college intern at a hedge fund, and she hasn’t been able to escape its siren song ever since. She’s done academic research at Harvard Business School and UCLA, was the COO of a wealth management firm, and now writes about finance, economics, behavior, and business.

Recent Articles by Anna B. Wroblewska

Oct 26, 2014 by Anna B. Wroblewska

You'll Be Surprised by How Lower Unemployment Rates Could Cost You

Are you better off than you used to be? The American job market has been changing, and one of the results is a lower level of unemployment -- but it could actually be costing you.

Oct 26, 2014 by Anna B. Wroblewska

The Ranks of the Richest Are Changing -- and It Could Affect Your Life

The demographics of the top 1% are changing, and it might be changing your life in ways you haven’t even noticed yet.

Oct 25, 2014 by Anna B. Wroblewska

Are You Overeducated? The Surprising Way It's Hurting Your Career

You might think that having more education than your job requires is a benefit -- in fact, you could be earning less money and hurting your career.

Oct 25, 2014 by Anna B. Wroblewska

Think Banks Have Gotten Safer? Think Again

New leverage ratio requirements may lead you to think that banks are safer than they used to be. You could be very wrong.

Oct 25, 2014 by Anna B. Wroblewska

The Frightening Way Your Boss Can Control You

A recent study shows that our ethical behavior is a lot more influenced by our leaders than we think.

Oct 18, 2014 by Anna B. Wroblewska

1 Myth About Competition -- Busted!

You might think competition is always good. You would be wrong -- competitiveness in an industry can go very wrong, leaving everyone worse off.

Oct 18, 2014 by Anna B. Wroblewska

Are Degrees From For-Profit Colleges Worth the Paper They're Printed On?

Wondering if that Bachelor’s from an online institution is a good idea? A recent study indicates that it isn’t.

Oct 17, 2014 by Anna B. Wroblewska

More Than Economics: How to Measure Inequality

We’re all aware of the concept of inequality, but how do you measure it? Is it just about economics, or should you include other measures? A look at a few of the tools you can use to understand a society.

Oct 13, 2014 by Anna B. Wroblewska

The Unexpected Link Between Banks and Birth Rates

A study finds that fertility declines with access to banking. What are the implications for emerging markets in Africa?

Oct 12, 2014 by Anna B. Wroblewska

3 Things You Can Learn About Finance From Your Kids' Eating Habits

Here's a research overview that sheds light into the fascinating world of child psychology -- with some very important takeaways for grownups.

Oct 12, 2014 by Anna B. Wroblewska

High School Sports: The Secret to Better Health and Greater Success?

Could the secret to better health and greater success be high school sports? Two studies imply that it might be.

Oct 11, 2014 by Anna B. Wroblewska

The Surprising Way You Can Be a Better Shopper

The shoppers most motivated to stay on budget in the grocery store tend to be the worst at estimating how much to spend. Learn how to be a better shopper by doing less instead.

Oct 11, 2014 by Anna B. Wroblewska

How to Eat Healthier: Lessons From the Buffet Line

A simple and elegant study on buffet line behavior has implications for how you can trick yourself into eating better.

Oct 11, 2014 by Anna B. Wroblewska

How to Give Expert Advice: Don't Say Too Much

An enormous cross-country study analyzes the sources of nonadherence to medical advice, and comes up with some fascinating recommendations for communicating your expert opinion.

Oct 11, 2014 by Anna B. Wroblewska

Change Your Perceptions, Change Your Life?

Research studies show that how we perceive exercise affects how we eat. Could this be applied to your financial life?

Oct 5, 2014 by Anna B. Wroblewska

Entrepreneurial Activity: Another Reason to Invest in Africa?

A National Bureau of Economic Research study finds a significant relationship between demographics and entrepreneurship. Namely, the younger the country, the more new businesses formed. Is this another reason to invest in young emerging economies?

Oct 5, 2014 by Anna B. Wroblewska

Is It Because I'm a Girl? Female Board Members and Decision-Making

There is some evidence that companies with female board members do better than those without, but the mechanics aren't really understood. A series of interviews with French board members sheds some light on the issue.

Oct 5, 2014 by Anna B. Wroblewska

How Exactly Do Retirees Spend Their Money?

Planning for retirement is hard enough already, but you’ll also need to consider where your money will be going. An Employee Benefit Research Institute report fills us in on what retirees spend their money on.

Oct 4, 2014 by Anna B. Wroblewska

How to Avoid Student Loans

In college? Grad school? Something else? Student loans are a very tempting way to finance your education -- but they’re also very dangerous. How can you avoid them?

Sep 28, 2014 by Anna B. Wroblewska

We All Lose Under Current Student Loan Bankruptcy Rules

Changes to the bankruptcy code had a significant impact on student loan volumes and prices, but the longer-term costs will likely be much higher.

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