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April 16, 2020
Written
Responding to Crisis: A Spotlight on Your Organization
Rather than be derailed by crises, seize the opportunity to articulate what you stand for — at a time when everyone is listening.
April 16, 2020
Written
The Productivity Pitfalls of Working from Home in the Age of COVID-19
Nicholas Bloom’s research has measured the benefits of working from home. But in the current coronavirus crisis, the economist fears productivity will plummet.
April 14, 2020
Written
Joel Peterson: How Entrepreneurs Should Lead in Times of Crisis
Face hard truths, act decisively, lean on your board, and communicate “lavishly,” says the JetBlue chairman.
April 10, 2020
Audio
Don’t Get Lost in Translation: How Non-Native Speakers Can Communicate with Confidence
On this podcast episode, host Matt Abrahams speaks with Kenneth Romeo on specific tactics that non-native English speakers can use to handle in-the-moment challenges.
April 10, 2020
Written
Yes, the Unemployment Numbers Are Bad, but the Pain Might Be Relatively Short
“I do have hope that we can come out of it quickly,” says Stanford economist Edward Lazear.
April 07, 2020
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What Makes Some Health Care Teams More Effective Than Others?
High-performing health care teams focus on functional and cultural change simultaneously, while low-performing teams focus on just one type of change.
April 06, 2020
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Golden State Warrior Steph Curry: Communication Is Everything
The celebrity athlete talks family, religion, and vision on and off the court.
April 06, 2020
Written
The Crisis Leadership Playbook
Don’t just tell your constituents how you’re responding to the pandemic, a Stanford expert says. Ask them what they want, listen to them, and then engage.
April 03, 2020
Audio
Quick Thinks: Tips for Speaking up in Virtual Meetings
In this bonus episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, host Matt Abrahams shares a framework for structuring your comments during a meeting or presentation.
April 02, 2020
Written
The 1930s Depression Was ‘Great.’ This One Might Be Greater.
The coronavirus pandemic may end this winter, but a longtime expert says the economic damage will be deep and could last for years.
April 01, 2020
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Goldman Sachs’ David Solomon: Taking a “Very Closed, Very Private” Company into the Modern World
Goldman’s top executive riffs on his backstory, priorities, and musical moonlighting as DJ D-Sol.
March 31, 2020
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Could Infusion of Foreign Capital Be a Cure for Xenophobia?
Communities look more favorably on immigrants when investments help boost the local economy.
March 27, 2020
Audio
Quick Thinks: Communicating and Leading Virtually
In this bonus episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, host Matt Abrahams shares quick tips on communicating via screen.
March 26, 2020
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Economists to Congress: Don’t Bail out Big Business
An open letter drafted by Stanford professors says the coronavirus stimulus package should benefit workers — not corporations and their wealthy shareholders.
March 25, 2020
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Girls Who Run the World: Business Insights and Interviews with Women CEOs
To celebrate Women’s History Month, we’re sharing stories from Diana Kapp’s, MBA ’96, book aimed at inspiring young entrepreneurs.
March 23, 2020
Written
Where Insider Trading Flourishes
Two ways company insiders are taking advantage of privileged information and going undetected.
March 18, 2020
Video
How to Bridge Political Divides
Reframe your argument to reflect the other side’s values.
March 18, 2020
Written
Rethinking Workplace Education
Guild offers a data-driven approach to education benefits that has attracted the Fortune 500.
March 16, 2020
Written
The Future of Criminal Justice
A conference on prosecution reform through data discusses the challenges of culture change.
March 12, 2020
Audio
From Monologue to Dialogue: How to Handle a Skeptical Audience
Use these techniques when handling challenges and objections.
March 11, 2020
Written
Working From Home? Here’s How to Be More Effective
Stanford GSB experts discuss the secrets and pitfalls of keeping workers away from the office.
March 10, 2020
Written
How Exercise Recommendations Might Work against Us
When it comes to physical activity, how well we think we’re doing can influence how much we move and how we feel.
March 05, 2020
Written
Americans’ Views on Taxes Are Surprisingly Complicated
A majority favors wealth tax, but not if it would hurt the economy or increase unemployment.