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January 31, 2020
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Communicating Our Multiple Selves: How to Manage Your Reputation
Learn how to shape the way others see you through your verbal and nonverbal communication in this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart.
January 31, 2020
Written
How Latino Entrepreneurs Can Boost the U.S. Economy
Latinos are launching businesses at an unprecedented pace, but barriers — some long-standing, some brand new — keep them from reaching their potential.
January 31, 2020
Video
The New Emerging Role in Big Tech? Economists
To maximize the potential of big data, firms are looking for employees with a new skill set.
January 28, 2020
Written
Flywheel Cofounder: “There Really Is No Wrong Decision.”
Ruth Zukerman discusses her path from SoulCycle to Flywheel and how the toughest transitions can lead to the best opportunities.
January 23, 2020
Written
Is Workplace Equality the Economy’s Hidden Engine?
In 1960, 94% of doctors and lawyers were white men. Today that number has fallen to 60%, and the economy has benefited dramatically because of it.
January 22, 2020
Written
That Money You Borrowed? Remember Who Owns It
A new study shows that many people go into debt because they disregard that the money is not really theirs.
January 22, 2020
Written
The Super Power of Tomorrow? Being “Indistractable”
Learn how to take back control of your attention span.
January 17, 2020
Audio
Speaking Without a Net: How to Master Impromptu Communication
Stanford improv experts discuss the art of in-the-moment communication in this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart.
January 17, 2020
Audio
Think Fast, Talk Smart: The Podcast
How do I communicate clearly when put on the spot? How can I easily convey complex information? How do I manage my reputation?
January 16, 2020
Video
Machine Learning and AI for Social Impact
Innovations developed at big tech firms could transform the nonprofit world, with a little help from academia.
January 15, 2020
Written
Maker: Rickshaw Bagworks — Fresh Bags Made Daily
“I’m not driven to be the king of the bag industry,” Mark Dwight says. “I love being hands-on, and I love everything about this business. I’m in the factory every day.”
January 15, 2020
Audio
Marcos Galperín and MercadoLibre: Pursue the Contrarian View
How three founders built the eBay of Latin America when everyone said it wouldn’t work.
January 13, 2020
Written
Eight Tips for Building, Maintaining, and Leveraging Your Professional Relationships
A leadership coach shows how you can get the most out of your network.
January 09, 2020
Audio
Satya Nadella: Aligning Behind a Common Purpose
The Microsoft CEO refocused on a company culture where people can take risks and learn from mistakes.
January 09, 2020
Written
When Private-Sector Firms Create a Culture of Health
Investments in employees, consumers, communities, and the environment vary widely. A new study reveals this range and the hurdles to measuring success.
January 06, 2020
Written
Good Corporate Governance Is a Great Idea, But Is Anyone Practicing It?
There’s little evidence that common board best practices lead to better oversight.
December 19, 2019
Video
Should CEOs Take a Stance on Controversial Topics?
CEOs have traditionally shied away from politically charged issues, but that may be changing.
December 17, 2019
Written
The Secret Life of the Supermarket Shopper
Outfitting consumers with cameras reveals how grocery lists influence purchasing behavior — and when stores can cajole shoppers into trying new products.
December 17, 2019
Written
When Starting Companies, Experience Matters
New research shows that serial entrepreneurs’ companies outpace their novice counterparts in sales and productivity.
December 13, 2019
Written
Irv Grousbeck: The Power of “I Don’t Know”
Newly minted CEOs need to bear in mind that employees prefer honesty and humility over perfection.
December 10, 2019
Written
Where the Bidding Never Stops
Millions of online ads get sold by auction each day. The algorithms behind it all are complicated. But simple ideas can be effective.
December 10, 2019
Written
Why Your Best Idea May Be Your Second Favorite
Research shows we can be more creative by selecting better initial ideas.
December 09, 2019
Written
9 Top Videos of 2019
Hear career advice from Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella or learn how to build your startup team.
December 06, 2019
Written
8 Most-Read Stories of 2019
Communication mistakes, job-stealing robots, and career-gap explanations captured reader attention this year.