Nicole Mead Ph.D.

About

Nicole Mead, Ph.D., is associate professor of marketing at the Schulich School of Business, York University, in Toronto. She has published research papers on the social influences of consumption, the psychological consequences of money, unethical behavior, and self-interested leadership.

Recent Posts

Try Not to Spend Your Annoying Pennies, It Adds Up

The type of cash you carry affects how much you save and spend.

How the Search for Meaning Impacts Consumption

Can the marketplace help your quest for meaning? The answer, based on recent research, suggests people may be missing the chance to live their best lives.

How Financially Responsible Are You?

Do your financial self-views stack up to your financial reality? This hidden bias can help explain why it's so hard to save.

How Your Possessions Can Help You Reach Your Goals

Your household objects can help you combat Zoom fatigue.

How Does Self-Esteem Influence Consumer Behavior?

Do you ever wonder why people eat stale popcorn or shop at Walmart? Research sheds light on the answer.

5 Ways Money Can Buy You Happiness

Who says money can't buy you happiness? Here are 5 research-proven ways that money—even a small amount—can boost your well-being.

Women: Does Money Make an Odd Bedfellow?

How can money empower your life even further?

There's Nothing Simple About Simple Pleasures

Simple pleasures can shield you from the bad, make you feel good, and help you meet your daily goals.

How to Free Yourself From Unwanted Temptations

Are you tired of trying to restrict your food intake? Try telling yourself "some other time" instead of "no, not ever."