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October 05, 2021
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Communicating Your Big Idea
Stanford lecturer shares tips to improve your next business pitch.
October 05, 2021
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One Weird Trick to Get Americans to Claim the Money the Government Owes Them
Instilling a sense of ownership over benefits can help people shed their aversion to “handouts.”
October 01, 2021
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A Bridge Too Far: The Pitfalls of Private Infrastructure Funds
A new study finds that investing in public works fails to deliver on its promise of steady returns.
October 01, 2021
Audio
Speak Like a Founder: How Successful Entrepreneurs Communicate to Their Teams
In this podcast episode, we discuss how startups can build a product quickly and effectively.
September 22, 2021
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A Proposal to Restore Stability to the Shaken U.S. Treasury Market
Darrell Duffie talks about an emerging consensus on major reforms to the world’s financial safe haven.
September 22, 2021
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Sustainable Supply Chains Helped Companies Endure the Pandemic
A survey of more than 350 firms finds that resilience is an important byproduct of sustainability.
September 21, 2021
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Got a Problem? Think Like a Designer.
“Creative Acts for Curious People” makes the Stanford d.school’s approach to problem-solving accessible to anyone.
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 10, 2021
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Many Health Care Workers Are Emotionally Exhausted, and Technology May Be to Blame
New research links technology-related frustration to worker burnout in all corners of the medical industry.
September 09, 2021
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12 Podcasts to Listen to as Commutes and Classes Start Up Again
Members of the Stanford GSB faculty recommend some of their favorite programs.
September 08, 2021
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What an Analysis of 6 Million Articles Reveals About the State of U.S. Newspapers
As newsrooms continue to shrink, a new study finds mixed news about the survival of investigative reporting.
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.
September 01, 2021
Written
Having More Power at the Bargaining Table Helps Women — But Also Sparks Backlash
A large-scale study of job negotiations finds that women with stronger options were penalized for being too assertive.
August 26, 2021
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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
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How Flawed Data Aggravates Inequality in Credit Scores
Noisy data can trip up algorithms that calculate credit risk, leading to qualified minority and low-income borrowers being rejected.
August 24, 2021
Audio
Masterclass on the Ins & Outs of Mergers & Acquisitions
Lessons from M&A deals in emerging markets.
August 20, 2021
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The Fast and the Incurious: How High-Speed Stock Trading Pushes Out Smart Money
Automated trades are tactically brilliant, but these “speed demons” can discourage serious market research.
August 19, 2021
Audio
The New Normal: How Hybrid Work Actually Works
In this podcast episode, we discuss the effectiveness of communicating in a hybrid work environment.
August 10, 2021
Audio
The Moment Chooses You: The Strategic Acquisition Journey
How to prepare for the unexpected and avoid potential pitfalls — before, during, and after an acquisition.
August 09, 2021
Written
Facing the Unsettling Power of AI to Analyze Our Photos
Michal Kosinski talks about exposing the dangers of new technologies and the controversies that come with it.
August 05, 2021
Audio
Be Better: How Communication Catalyzes Business Transformation
In this podcast episode, we learn how communication is critical for every function inside of an organization.
July 30, 2021
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My 9-Year-Old Son Trades Stocks on Robinhood. It Isn’t All Risky Bets.
Beyond the meme stocks, the app is a great tool for teaching responsibility and financial concepts.