“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 28, 2022
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Adapting to Pandemic, Latino-Owned Businesses Get Stronger
Research finds Latino entrepreneurs leaning into tech, bolstering employee benefits.
January 07, 2022
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Think Different — Sometimes. Teams Succeed When They Balance Creativity and Focus
An analysis of thousands of Slack messages shows how groups can adjust their cognitive diversity.
January 05, 2022
Audio
Speaking Up Without Freaking Out: How to Tackle Communication Anxiety
In this podcast episode, we share the science behind nervousness and offer tips for keeping your cool during various speaking situations.
December 15, 2021
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Class Takeaways — Leading with Values
Five lessons in five minutes: Professors Neil Malhotra and Ken Shotts show how to create a culture of value-driven behavior inside organizations.
December 10, 2021
Audio
Malala Yousafzai on How Everyone Can Inspire Change
In this View From The Top podcast episode, the activist shares her vision of uplifting girls through education.
December 07, 2021
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A Conversation with Juliet Anammah, Jumia Nigeria
Find out how Africa’s largest e-commerce platform connects buyers and sellers across the continent.
December 03, 2021
Audio
Stay Creative: How to Keep Your Ideas Fresh and Practical
In this podcast episode, we share common mistakes that can stifle ideas and why managers should stay involved in the creative process.
November 19, 2021
Audio
Steve Kerr on the Importance of Work-Life Balance
In this View From The Top podcast episode, the NBA coach shares how his leadership style and values on the court mimic what he practices at home.
November 18, 2021
Audio
Recipes From the “Communication Kitchen:” How to Handle 3 Common Challenges This Holiday Season
In this podcast episode, we share strategies for surviving small talk as well as 10 of our favorite “recipes” from past guests.
November 11, 2021
Audio
Step Into Power: What Acting Can Teach Us About Power and Responsibility
In this podcast episode, we discuss how lessons from the theater inform leadership styles and power dynamics at work.
November 03, 2021
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The Secrets of Highly Successful Young Entrepreneurs
Getting a head start may help founders, but learning and taking risks are key to growth.
November 02, 2021
Audio
Profile of Purpose: One Stitch at a Time
Linda Ampah provides more than factory jobs to women and girls in Ghana — she provides housing and hope.
October 28, 2021
Audio
Get Psyched: How Time and Situations Shape Our Communication
In this podcast episode, psychologist Philip Zimbardo talks about “time perspective” and the lessons of the Stanford Prison Experiment.
October 26, 2021
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OK, Computer: Building Trust to Make Machine Learning More Effective
Asking users about their needs and concerns can open up the “black box” of new workplace technologies.
October 19, 2021
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Drinking from the Fire Hose of COVID-Inspired Innovation
Will the great ideas kick-started by the pandemic be more than a blip?
October 19, 2021
Written
Respond. Reflect. Rethink.
Nearly two years into the global pandemic, Stanford GSB faculty are helping us understand what’s changed and what’s ahead.
October 15, 2021
Audio
Space, Pace, and Grace: How to Handle Challenging Conversations
In this podcast episode, we discuss the power of slowing down during difficult workplace situations.
October 13, 2021
Written
How To: Five Steps Toward Getting on Boards
Tips for landing a seat in the boardroom at any stage of your career.
September 21, 2021
Audio
It’s All in Your Head: Masterclass on Thriving in Turbulent Times
Baba Shiv explains how to develop a risk-tolerant mindset.
September 16, 2021
Audio
Mindset Matters: How to Embrace the Benefits of Stress
In this podcast episode, we discuss how you can channel stress to help your performance and relationships.
September 07, 2021
Audio
Rising from the Ashes: Reflections on Resilient Leadership
Learn how one Ghanaian entrepreneur overcame fires, floods, theft, and COVID-19 to build a more resilient and successful company.
September 02, 2021
Audio
Brains Love Stories: How Leveraging Neuroscience Can Capture People’s Emotions
In this podcast episode, we learn about ways to tap into our hardwired response to communication.
August 26, 2021
Written
If They’re Not Ready to Change Gears, Specialized Companies May Be Left in the Dust
A study of motorcycle makers shows how focusing on one market for too long can reduce companies’ ability to survive.
August 24, 2021
Audio
Masterclass on the Ins & Outs of Mergers & Acquisitions
Lessons from M&A deals in emerging markets.