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October 11, 2023
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Flashback: Raising Capital in Africa, It’s Not Just About the Money
In this flashback to an episode from season one, discover how to maximize the value of your firm’s next funding round.
October 10, 2023
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TL;DR: Writing Better to Capture Busy Readers
In this episode, Todd Rogers tells communicators how to get to the point — before their audience checks out.
October 03, 2023
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Simplify! How to Communicate Complex Ideas Simply and Effectively
In this episode, Frances Frei shares why simple communication is the key to moving others to action.
September 29, 2023
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When Social Media and Political Speech Collide
A deeper look at how Facebook’s content played a role in elections and the dissemination of hate speech around the globe.
September 26, 2023
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Just Show Up: Bringing the Art of Improv to Your Communication
In this podcast episode, improv experts share how good communication begins with simply taking action.
September 25, 2023
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How Game Theory Explains Joe Manchin’s Defense of the Filibuster
The West Virginia senator confounds other Democrats, but a new paper finds a logical explanation for his stance.
September 19, 2023
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How to “Think Faster and Talk Smarter”: a Masterclass with Matt Abrahams
Stanford GSB lecturer Matt Abrahams shares practical advice for speaking spontaneously — in both your personal and professional life.
September 14, 2023
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A Surprising Discovery About Facebook’s Role in Driving Polarization
Recent studies find that tweaking the site’s feeds did not change users’ political attitudes during the 2020 election.
September 13, 2023
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Best Of: Using Skills From Improv to Master Your In-The-Moment Communication
Matt Abrahams revisits the first-ever episode, featuring Dan Klein and Adam Tobin.
September 05, 2023
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Radical Candor: The Communication Shift That Can Transform Your Career
In this episode, Kim Scott shares the power of being both caring and challenging when giving feedback.
August 30, 2023
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How to Change: Building Better Habits and Behaviors (And Getting Out of Your Own Way)
In this podcast episode, Katy Milkman shares how we can make our goals more achievable by making reaching them more enjoyable.
August 29, 2023
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Retail Investors Are Making Simple — Yet Costly — Mistakes When Trading Corporate Bonds
Not all AAA-rated debt is the same. And credit ratings are not comprehensive indicators of risk.
August 29, 2023
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The Business of Ending Generational Poverty in India
How one social enterprise built a successful revenue model while having a large-scale, positive impact.
August 28, 2023
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Another Payoff From Trading Stocks: Reducing Political Polarization
An experiment shows that investing — even when unprofitable — can be a lesson in building trust.
August 22, 2023
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Simple Is a Superpower: How to Communicate Any Idea to Any Audience
In this episode, Carmine Gallo shares how intentional, straightforward messaging helps you connect with others and get things done.
August 17, 2023
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Quick Study: How to Think Like a Venture Capitalist
In selecting investments, VCs take a unique approach.
August 15, 2023
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Create a Presence: How to Communicate in a Way Others Can Feel
In this episode, Muriel Wilkins shares how the best communicators create a strong presence.
August 15, 2023
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Making Great Strategy: A Masterclass with Jesper Sørensen
Stanford GSB professor shares practical advice for building winning strategies.
August 08, 2023
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To Make Influencers Seem More Authentic, Just Add #Friends
Instagram personalities see a boost in engagement when they post about their close relationships.
August 08, 2023
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We Belong Together: How Communication Fuels Connection and Community
In this episode, Geoffrey Cohen shares how communication can help us find the connection we crave and need.
August 01, 2023
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Follow the Leader: How a CEO’s Personality Is Reflected in Their Company’s Culture
There’s no ideal personality type for executives — but businesses need the right one for success.
August 01, 2023
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Talk Less, Say More: How to Kick The Habit of Over-talking
In this episode, Dan Lyons says it’s time we all zipped it.
July 26, 2023
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Class Takeaways — The Fundamentals of Effective Selling
Five lessons in five minutes: Professor Jim Lattin and Lecturer Barry Rhein on curiosity-based selling
July 24, 2023
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Unleashing the Power of Market Creation
Businesses that create markets instead of products have the power to unlock the greatest potential.