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Deborah Gruenfeld reflects on how research helps us understand our world.
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Class Takeaways — How to Build Connection Through Better Listening
Five lessons in five minutes: Professor Christian Wheeler shares how to have deeper, more productive conversations.
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How Doug McMillon Keeps Walmart Moving Forward
The company’s longtime CEO discusses career-defining failures, culture in action, and his forward-looking mindset.
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What Sushi Can Tell Us About U.S. Politics
A dietary choice or a political indicator? Signs of America’s divided political culture are everywhere.
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How To: Become a Capable and Caring “Badass”
Alison Fragale explains how women can succeed in the workplace without sacrificing respect.
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Darren Walker on Inequality, Impact, and the Power of Vision
“To lead today, you have to have some sense of humility, of empathy for others, and an ability to put yourself in their shoes.”
April 23, 2025
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Leena Nair on Leading with Empathy and Compassion
“ People never remember what you said, what you did,” says Chanel’s global CEO. “People remember how you made them feel.”
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Stanford Professors Reflect on Fostering Grit & Nurturing Growth
Four professors look back on what they’ve learned about entrepreneurs in emerging markets and how it has impacted their teaching.
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Roelof Botha on Why Success Is Never the Summit
The Silicon Valley investor talks about his journey from PayPal to Sequoia Capital, and why humility defines great leadership.
March 27, 2025
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A Decade of Data Shows Latino Entrepreneurs Growing and Adapting
The 10th annual State of Latino Entrepreneurship report finds continued growth and a new focus on AI and sustainability.
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Short Takes: Growing Impact, Stitch by Stitch
Growing a fashion company can mean more than growing profits. It can be a path toward helping people and the planet thrive.
March 19, 2025
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You May Not Be Who You Think You Are
Brian Lowery argues that our identities aren’t fixed, but are constantly created through our interactions and by our environments.
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Tapping Into the Incomparable Power of a Good Analogy
How to get beyond the “Uber of ____” cliché and make corporate comparisons that unlock strategic insights.
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The Surprising Relationship Between Taxation and Innovation
Taxes aren’t just about funding the government — they influence what we buy, where we live, and even the dynamics of the global economy.
February 20, 2025
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Class Takeaways — Building Trust and Value Through Effective Corporate Governance
Five lessons in five minutes: Professor Chris Armstrong explains the essential principles of corporate governance.
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Class Takeaways — Managing Politically Complex Environments
Five Lessons in five minutes: Saumitra Jha explains the essential principles of navigating political conflict in any setting.
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Is Your Job Hazardous to Your Health?
If we care about our health, then we need to reconsider the way we work.
January 31, 2025
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What Would You Do to Get Ahead? Depends on Why You Want to Get Ahead.
Ambition is a predictor of success. Yet the motives behind it can lead to unethical behavior.
January 28, 2025
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If/Then Returns: New Episodes Debut February 5th
Big questions, bold ideas: Stanford GSB’s podcast is back for a second season.
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Don’t Confuse Ambition With Effective Leadership
People who see themselves as leaders often step into leadership roles — but are they any good at it?
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11 of Our Favorite Stories About Careers and Success From 2024
Want to become a better negotiator, facilitator, networker, or leader? Read on.
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Leading Through Layoffs: A Masterclass with Esi Ansah
An HR expert shares leadership strategies for handling the complexities of workforce reductions, no matter the size of your business.
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From Downsizing to Thriving: Strategic HR in a Global Context
An HR expert shares strategies for navigating your human capital with an eye toward the future.
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Let’s Make a Deal: Negotiation Tips from the Experts
Want to become a better negotiator? We asked the faculty who study and teach negotiation for advice.
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How To: Evaluate a Corporate Board
Is a company’s top leadership stuck in the past or embracing the future? Here's what to look for.
September 24, 2024
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Masterclass on Stanford’s Most Popular Leadership Course
Lecturer in interpersonal dynamics shares practical strategies to strengthen your leadership with more authentic communication and connections.
