Workers who love ‘synergizing paradigms’ might be bad at their jobs
Summary
A Cornell study introduces the Corporate Bullshit Receptivity Scale (CBSR) to measure susceptibility to empty but impressive corporate jargon. Findings show that higher receptivity correlates with perceived charisma of leaders but poorer analytic thinking and workplace decision-making, suggesting a risky disconnect between hype and practical performance. The article highlights real-world examples and proposes practical uses for CBSR in evaluating candidates and promoting critical thinking in organizations.