“Trying to Get to What’s True”: The Value of Research
Deborah Gruenfeld reflects on how research helps us understand our world.
Employees Want Their Bosses to Respond to Feedback — But Not Too Quickly
Sudden shifts in behavior may be seen as inauthentic, even if they’re made in good faith.
You have to have a level of empathy, especially at a leadership level, to show people that you care.
—Rokhaya Ndiaye, CEO and founder of Ro&Partners
From Downsizing to Thriving: Strategic HR in a Global Context
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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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January 22, 2020
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The Super Power of Tomorrow? Being “Indistractable”
Learn how to take back control of your attention span.
January 17, 2020
Audio
Speaking Without a Net: How to Master Impromptu Communication
Stanford improv experts discuss the art of in-the-moment communication in this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart.
January 17, 2020
Audio
Think Fast, Talk Smart: The Podcast
How do I communicate clearly when put on the spot? How can I easily convey complex information? How do I manage my reputation?
January 15, 2020
Audio
Marcos Galperín and MercadoLibre: Pursue the Contrarian View
How three founders built the eBay of Latin America when everyone said it wouldn’t work.
January 09, 2020
Written
When Private-Sector Firms Create a Culture of Health
Investments in employees, consumers, communities, and the environment vary widely. A new study reveals this range and the hurdles to measuring success.
January 09, 2020
Audio
Satya Nadella: Aligning Behind a Common Purpose
The Microsoft CEO refocused on a company culture where people can take risks and learn from mistakes.
December 17, 2019
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When Starting Companies, Experience Matters
New research shows that serial entrepreneurs’ companies outpace their novice counterparts in sales and productivity.
December 13, 2019
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Irv Grousbeck: The Power of “I Don’t Know”
Newly minted CEOs need to bear in mind that employees prefer honesty and humility over perfection.
December 09, 2019
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9 Top Videos of 2019
Hear career advice from Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella or learn how to build your startup team.
December 06, 2019
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8 Most-Read Stories of 2019
Communication mistakes, job-stealing robots, and career-gap explanations captured reader attention this year.
December 03, 2019
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Rethink Competition in the Workforce
Good leaders recognize the negative consequences of pitting people and teams against each other.
November 26, 2019
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Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella: Be Bold and Be Right
Satya Nadella discusses the importance of empathy, culture, and leading by example.
November 18, 2019
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Mercado Libre Founders: It Takes Patience and Resilience
The former classmates discuss launching Latin America’s top online marketplace when no one believed it would work.
November 13, 2019
Video
Uncovering Stereotypes in Classroom Materials
How bias creeps into the language of leadership.
November 04, 2019
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Why Great Businesses Fail
Strong leadership makes a difference when a big company faces disruption.
November 04, 2019
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Narcissistic CEOs Weaken Collaboration and Integrity
Some may be bold leaders, but they create a dangerous corporate culture.
October 08, 2019
Audio
Ruth Porat: Invest for the Long Term
On this podcast episode, Ruth Porat, senior vice president and chief financial officer of Alphabet and Google, talks about how education and flexibility propelled her finance career.
October 01, 2019
Audio
Ray Dalio: Seek Out Thoughtful Disagreement
On this podcast episode, the founder of Bridgewater Investments discusses how an idea meritocracy can improve decision-making.
September 26, 2019
Video
Ryan O’Melveny Wilson: Balancing Innovation and Tradition
A family restaurant business honors its past while eyeing the future.
September 24, 2019
Audio
Dara Khosrowshahi: Driving Change at Uber
On this podcast episode, the CEO of Uber talks with students on how choosing a career path based on people, not job titles, makes a difference.
September 20, 2019
Video
Arnulfo Ventura: What Matters Most?
For the CEO of Beanfields, it’s the people.
September 17, 2019
Audio
Oscar Munoz: Learn to Listen
On this podcast episode, the CEO of United Airlines discusses managing mergers and developing emotional intelligence.
September 09, 2019
Written
How Much Does Management Matter to Productivity?
More than you might realize. Research finds management practices account for 20% of variation in productivity among certain firms.
September 04, 2019
Audio
Michael Moritz: Look for Unexpected Opportunities
On this podcast episode, the Sequoia Capital partner discusses the top two challenges facing the tech industry: identifying promising companies and promoting diversity.
