The concept of "hard work v privilege," and what either one says about someone's social status, is an important one.

People who work harder for their money are less likely to spend it or take risks, according to a study from the Journal of Consumer Psychology. They take a lot of pride in their work and find comfort ...

Working hard has always been seen as the recipe for success. But in today’s world, effort alone doesn’t always deliver the results you expect. Other factors like timing, privilege, and strategy now ...

Their resilience is a strong part of their identity. It’s impossible for many people to remove the emotion from their money mentality — whether it’s crafting their financial habits or interacting with ...

Joe Greenwood-Hau has received funding from the Economic and Social Research Council and the British Academy. He is affiliated with the John Smith Centre and the University of Glasgow. All these ...