Research

Drawing on cutting edge research in management psychology, neurobiology and genetics, Fortinberry Murray leads the way in innovative and research-backed communication techniques.

A selection of relevant recent research:

Firms that focus on relationships are 32% more productive than those that place their main emphasis on the bottom line.

80% of professional service firms’ clients prefer a relationship-focused approach to other new business approaches.

The latest research proves good relationships are the key to the retention of high performing people.

Studies show that when people feel included and engaged, they work far more effectively to achieve joint objectives. Leading researchers, such as Roy Baumeister from Florida State University, say that people who feel excluded become more aggressive and self-destructive, and less cooperative and effective in their work.

Fourteen percent of the average work week is wasted through poor communication, which also results in 35% less productivity, according to a Massachusetts Institute of Technology study.

Studies show that relationships are key to high performance leadership and success. Leading author Daniel Goleman sees relationship management as the peak form of Emotional Intelligence (EQ) for leaders.

US industry loses $300 billion each year to job stress (absenteeism, employee turnover, diminished productivity and medical, legal and insurance fees).

45% of family instability and breakdown is due to work stress.

According to recent study from the Colombia University Medical Centre, anxiety can be prevented or aborted by a positive interaction that makes the person feel secure. A safety circuit is engaged, which stimulates feelings of happiness and well-being, creating a buffer against stress, and allowing the brain to function at its best. Study published in Neuron