“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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July 25, 2024
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If/Then: Why Research Matters
In our season one wrap-up episode, Senior Associate Dean Jesper Sørensen discusses the importance of research.
July 18, 2024
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Daniella Pierson: Why Failure is the Measure of Success
The founder and CEO of The Newsette talks about how she built her businesses in the face of adversity.
July 16, 2024
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Tara VanDerveer: On Being a Coach, Teammate, and Trailblazer
The former Stanford and USA women’s national team coach reflects on her 48-year career.
July 09, 2024
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Class Takeaways — How to Run a Meeting Effectively
Five lessons in five minutes: Lecturer Matt Abrahams shares what it takes to be a more confident, connected, and clear facilitator.
June 25, 2024
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Conviction and Compassion: How to Have Hard Conversations
In this episode, Irv Grousbeck shares how to navigate hard conversations with conviction and compassion.
June 05, 2024
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Your Summer 2024 Podcast Playlist
Dive into these thought-provoking, research-driven, and leadership-inspired podcast episodes.
May 29, 2024
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Communicating Through Conflict: How to Get Along with Anyone
In this episode, Amy Gallo shares how disagreements, if reframed, can lead to more productive outcomes.
May 17, 2024
Audio
Power, Culture, Persuasion, and the Self: Communication Insights from Stanford GSB Faculty
Marketing and organizational behavior professors share how their recent research applies to communication.
May 15, 2024
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Leading With Values: When Good Intentions Aren’t Enough
If we create good institutions, then we can live up to our good intentions.
May 09, 2024
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An Invitation for Innovation: Why Creativity Is Found, Not Forced
In this podcast episode, Linda Hill shares how innovative teams communicate and collaborate their way to breakthrough.
April 30, 2024
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From Local Startup to Pan-African Success: The Beem Story
Real-world advice on the obstacles and opportunities of taking your business global
April 25, 2024
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Jensen Huang on How to Use First-Principles Thinking to Drive Decisions
The founder and CEO of NVIDIA shares how reasoning has influenced each step of his career – from washing dishes at Denny's to being a leader in tech.
April 23, 2024
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Lose Yourself: The Secret to Finding Flow and Being Fully Present
In this podcast episode, David Melnikoff shares the secret to getting into the flow.
April 19, 2024
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Why Investors Throw Money at Eccentric CEOs
Nonconformist executives grab attention — and investments. But they’re not always a safe bet.
April 16, 2024
Audio
Speak Your Truth: Why Authenticity Leads to Better Communication
In this episode, Graham Weaver shares why being true to yourself enables you to show up better for others.
April 15, 2024
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Embracing Failure: How to Make Mistakes That Work
In this podcast episode, Amy C. Edmonson outlines how leaders can foster an environment where failure is viewed as a success.
April 11, 2024
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Unlocking the “Iron Cage” of Corporate Conformity
A scholar of organizations looks at how the pressure to homogenize affects industries — including his own.
April 09, 2024
Audio
When Words Aren’t Enough: How to Excel at Nonverbal Communication
In this episode, Dana Carney shares the five nonverbal rules of power.
April 02, 2024
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Navigating the Nuance: The Art of Disagreeing Without Conflict
In this episode, Julia Minson shares why curiosity is key to healthy discourse.
February 28, 2024
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The Function of Friction: How to Use Obstacles to Your Advantage
Professor Hayagreeva “Huggy” Rao explains why resistance isn’t always a bad thing.
February 20, 2024
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So Crazy, It Might Just Work: How Foolishness Feeds Innovation
If we want to seriously address the climate crisis, then we need to encourage foolish business ideas.
February 20, 2024
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How to Get Beyond Talk of “Culture Change” and Make It Happen
Experts outline their roadmap for intentionally changing the culture of businesses, social networks, and beyond.
February 13, 2024
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Seen & Heard: How to Make Your Audience Feel Understood
In this episode, David Brooks unpacks why listening is deep, creative work.
February 06, 2024
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Conflict Among Hospital Staff Could Compromise Care
Disrespectful group dynamics on medical teams may contribute to errors and patient deaths.
