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University of Michigan News @umichnews.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Oil prices are most greatly affected by OPEC, inventory & geopolitics, but most consumers say gas prices affect their view of the economy. One reason is likely the way gas prices are displayed, on huge, neon signs. #UMich prof @scottianrick.bsky.social via @marketplace.org 🔗: myumi.ch/3RAgV

“You have to stand there and watch these numbers inflate and magnify in front of you and really feel it, you know, the money flying out of your possession,” said Scott Rick, professor of marketing.

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sjdm-tweets @sjdm-tweets.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Today's SJDM Featured Paper is: Sun, C., Cryder, C., & Rick, S. (2025). A Co-Branding Conundrum: Consumers Underuse Co-Branded Credit Cards Outside of Their Featured Brands. SSRN. papers.ssrn.com/abstract=449...

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A Co-Branding Conundrum: Consumers Underuse Co-Branded Credit Cards Outside of Their Featured Brands

<p><span>Co-branded credit cards that are backed by a payment-processing network such as Visa can be used anywhere the payment network is accepted. In this rese

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Scott Rick @scottianrick.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

Tried a new project in my MBA Consumer Behavior class: examining questionable Behavioral Science advice 🔍 Inspired by @ifbookspod.bsky.social (@notalawyer.bsky.social + @michaelhobbes.bsky.social) I think it went well -- lots of impassioned, convincing debunking!

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Scott Rick @scottianrick.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

A lot of couples got engaged this weekend! Should they get a prenup? I have some new evidence that speaks to this question. At #SPSP2026 in Chicago, I'll be presenting my paper, "The Experience of Living with a Prenup: Expectations vs. Reality." If you'll be at SPSP, I hope to see you there!

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Scott Rick @scottianrick.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

📢 We're hiring! Michigan Ross is looking to hire an Assistant Professor of Marketing (focused on Consumer Behavior) for Fall 2026. The application deadline is soon: September 26! apply.interfolio.com/173409 I'll be chairing the search committee, so feel free to reach out with any questions!

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Scott Rick @scottianrick.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

Check out our new paper on the curious ways that consumers use their co-branded credit cards! (joint w/ @chengyaosun.bsky.social + Cindy Cryder) 👇 Features pre-registered analyses of MouseLab data and credit card statements 🔎 Chengyao is a star and will be on the marketing job market this summer!

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The Conversation U.S. @us.theconversation.com · 06/04/2025

Joint accounts can bring partners closer. But it doesn’t mean that’s the only account a couple needs to have. Tips for achieving ‘financial translucency’, which is associated with marital harmony (by @scottianrick.bsky.social): buff.ly/1gPQw32 #money #relationships #marriage #tips

An origami bride and groom made out of cash. Text reads: "How much do you need to know about how your spouse spends money? Maybe less than you think."

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Jenny Olson @jennygin18.bsky.social · 09/02/2025

With Valentine's Day right around the corner, there's nothing more romantic than merging finances! ❤️ Check out my recent interview in the @nytimes.com: www.nytimes.com/2025/02/09/b... You can find our @jcrnews.bsky.social research here: doi.org/10.1093/jcr/...

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Sharing Bank Accounts Can Deepen a Couple’s Relationship (Gift Article)

Fewer couples are combining their bank accounts. But that trend may not promote partners’ overall financial health, experts say.

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Scott Rick @scottianrick.bsky.social · 02/12/2024

As gift-giving season heats up, I wanted to share my Time essay on gifts that send unintended messages. tldr: Try to avoid gifts that might make the recipient think, "oh...you think I need that?" time.com/6548757/gift...

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Scott Rick @scottianrick.bsky.social · 16/10/2024

In the US, where are you most likely to find a tightwad (someone who has trouble spending money)? What about a spendthrift (someone who has trouble controlling spending)? The map below offers a snapshot. Why might we see this kind of pattern? Open to ideas! Methods: scottrick.com/wp-content/u...

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koenfucius @koenfucius.bsky.social · 08/07/2024

*Our* money, or *your* money and *my* money? @scottianrick.bsky.social advocates for a limited use joint account once you get hitched, and maintain separate accounts alongside—maybe how your spouse spends their money should be mostly *their* business: buff.ly/3KJMXzm

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How much do you need to know about how your spouse spends money? Maybe less than you think

A researcher explains how couples can create a sense of ‘our money’ while keeping a sense of financial autonomy.

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Association for Psychological Science @psychscience.bsky.social · 20/02/2024

There's still time to register for tomorrow's event! Plus, hear from @scottianrick.bsky.social, Associate Professor of Marketing, Ross School of Business, University of Michigan member.psychologicalscience.org/events/event...

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Scott Rick @scottianrick.bsky.social · 15/01/2024

On Tuesday (7pm CT), I'll be discussing Tightwads and Spendthrifts w/one of my favorite behavioral science writers, @olgakhazan.bsky.social. This is a virtual Family Action Network event. Registration + after-hours event info below. Hope to see you there! www.familyactionnetwork.net/events/tight...

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Scott Rick @scottianrick.bsky.social · 08/12/2023

I want to send a big Thank You to @elijfinkel.bsky.social for his kind words about my book! Eli is obviously a Mt. Rushmore-level social psychologist, so it was a big thrill to get this kind of feedback from him.

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Margaret Echelbarger @bskybymidge.bsky.social · 18/11/2023

Today, during Paper Session #4 @ SJDM: Hear more about my work on parent-child conversations about money with @scottianrick.bsky.social and Susan Gelman. Unable to attend (or at Psychonomics) but still want to chat, let me know! We have such a rich data set and I'd love to hear your thoughts on it.

Speech bubble that reads "92% of U.S. parents report discussing money with their children" according to a 2022 survey from T. Rowe Price.

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Scott Rick @scottianrick.bsky.social · 02/11/2023

In class today, I was discussing various customer service encounters that make me anxious. A (very friendly) student approached me after class... Student: Have you taken the Myers-Briggs? Me: No? Student: Could you? I'd like to find out what's going on with you.

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