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July 20, 2023
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Do First-Gen College Grads Face Bias in the Job Market?
Employers may see them as less prepared, but a simple intervention can flip the script.
July 18, 2023
Audio
Give It to Me Straight: The Power of Honest, Constructive Feedback
In this episode, David Dodson shares how workplace feedback can be your company’s secret weapon.
July 18, 2023
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In an Age of Ubiquitous AI, What Does It Mean to Be Human?
The artificial intelligence explosion is making people rethink what makes us unique. Call it the AI Effect.
July 13, 2023
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Does It Pay to Link Executive Compensation to ESG Goals?
More CEOs are getting “ESG pay.” Does it improve their companies’ sustainability and financial performance?
July 11, 2023
Audio
No Rules, No Trust: How Accountability Shapes Communication
In this episode, Anat Admati explains why we can’t build trust without a solid foundation of rules.
July 06, 2023
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Another Price of Sloppy Bookkeeping: Employees Want a Wage Premium.
Employees may not understand complex financial reports. But they know when their jobs could be at risk.
July 06, 2023
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Indulging in a Guilty Pleasure? Don’t Put It on the Card.
Consumers reach for cash when they want to forget about purchases they may regret later.
July 03, 2023
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A First-of-Its-Kind Look at Which Students Get Disciplined — and When
A new study tracks the ebb and flow of suspensions and detentions and their disparate impact on Black middle schoolers.
June 29, 2023
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AI Can Coach You to Lose Weight. But a Human Touch Still Helps.
New research finds that AI-powered fitness coaching is more effective when users interact with real people.
June 29, 2023
Audio
Jacqueline Novogratz, MBA ’91, on the Role of Storytelling in Investing
The founder and CEO of Acumen shares how more honest, inspiring storytelling leads to better business.
June 29, 2023
Audio
Transforming your Leadership: Insights from an Executive Coach
An expert executive coach shares insight into the importance of reflection, delegation, and moving away from “heroic leadership.”
June 27, 2023
Audio
Rock and Role: How Assigning Gender to Inanimate Objects Influences Us
In this episode, Ashley Martin explains how ideas about gender affect our interactions.
June 23, 2023
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A Provocative Theory of Identity Finds There is No “You” in Self
Brian Lowery presents a challenging look at our sense of self — and just how little say we have over it.
June 20, 2023
Audio
The Power of No: How Boundaries Help Us Live More Empowered Lives
In this episode, Vanessa Patrick shares how saying no empowers us to live the lives we want.
June 15, 2023
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In Putin’s Crosshairs, This Author/Investor Keeps Telling the Truth
Stanford GSB alumnus Bill Browder outed Russian government corruption, and Putin wants him silenced.
June 07, 2023
Audio
All the Feels: The Personal and Professional Power of Emotional Awareness
In this episode, Celine Teoh shares why deep connection with others starts by connecting more deeply with ourselves.
June 06, 2023
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Investigating the Unsolved Mysteries of Boardrooms and C-Suites
More than a decade and 100 papers later, Closer Look finds that there’s no one-size-fits-all answer to questions about corporate governance.
June 06, 2023
Audio
Taking a Stand with Your Brand: Genderless Fashion in Africa
An activist and a business owner make a bold fashion statement by standing up for LGBTQ rights.
May 30, 2023
Audio
No Regrets: How to Take Risks in Your Communication, Relationships, and Career
In this podcast episode, Dan Pink shares why we often over-index on risk.
May 30, 2023
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Will a Police Stop End in Arrest? Listen to Its First 27 Seconds.
Researchers have identified a linguistic signature that can predict whether encounters with cops will escalate. Black drivers hear this pattern as well.
May 24, 2023
Audio
Jennifer Hyman on the Power of Relentless Optimism
The CEO and cofounder of Rent The Runway shares stories from the company’s inception to being one of 30 women who have taken a company public.
May 24, 2023
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Labor Pains: How Executives Can Help Broker Workers’ Discontent
Union advocate says organizing efforts shouldn't be seen as disloyal.
May 23, 2023
Audio
“Um, Like, So”: How Filler Words Can Be Effective in Communication
Valerie Fridland explains the meaning we all ascribe to these words and how to use them more effectively in your communication.
May 22, 2023
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When Is It Too Late to Give Up Control of Your Finances?
Investors know the risks of making financial mistakes as they get older, but also want to oversee their money for as long as possible.