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October 02, 2019
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Are Bank Regulators Missing the Big Picture?
A new strategy to predict a bank’s risk of failure appears to outperform what regulators consider their gold standard for bank strength.
October 02, 2019
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Why Women and Older Workers Make Less Driving for Uber
Research examines age and gender gaps in the gig economy.
October 01, 2019
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Ray Dalio: Seek Out Thoughtful Disagreement
On this podcast episode, the founder of Bridgewater Investments discusses how an idea meritocracy can improve decision-making.
September 26, 2019
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Ryan O’Melveny Wilson: Balancing Innovation and Tradition
A family restaurant business honors its past while eyeing the future.
September 25, 2019
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A Breakdown in U.S.-China Relations Would Damage Both Sides
At the Stanford China Economic Forum, experts lay out the risks of a relationship unraveled.
September 24, 2019
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Dara Khosrowshahi: Driving Change at Uber
On this podcast episode, the CEO of Uber talks with students on how choosing a career path based on people, not job titles, makes a difference.
September 24, 2019
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People Before Profits: A New American Credo?
America’s top CEOs say their companies will focus on all stakeholders, but a corporate governance expert remains skeptical.
September 20, 2019
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Arnulfo Ventura: What Matters Most?
For the CEO of Beanfields, it’s the people.
September 17, 2019
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Do Investors Really Care About Gender Diversity?
Shareholders penalize tech and finance companies for not hiring enough women, new research shows.
September 17, 2019
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Oscar Munoz: Learn to Listen
On this podcast episode, the CEO of United Airlines discusses managing mergers and developing emotional intelligence.
September 13, 2019
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Do Soda Taxes Create Healthier Communities?
Data from Philadelphia tells the story.
September 13, 2019
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What Tech Leaders Really Want
They’re an influential group that’s hard to pin down politically — until now. Meet the Liberaltarians.
September 09, 2019
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How Much Does Management Matter to Productivity?
More than you might realize. Research finds management practices account for 20% of variation in productivity among certain firms.
September 05, 2019
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Trump’s Trade Wars: “Very, Very Abnormal”
An expert on political economy explains what healthy trade relations look like and how China could exploit Trump’s vulnerability.
September 04, 2019
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Michael Moritz: Look for Unexpected Opportunities
On this podcast episode, the Sequoia Capital partner discusses the top two challenges facing the tech industry: identifying promising companies and promoting diversity.
September 04, 2019
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With “Retargeted” Advertising, Sooner Is Better Than Later
You know those ads that follow you around online? New research shows that they work, especially when deployed early.
August 30, 2019
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Redefining Success: Adopt the Journey Mindset to Move Forward
To sustain the behaviors that helped you reach a goal, think about the achievement as a journey rather than a destination.
August 28, 2019
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Explain Career Gaps and Transitions on Your Resume
Relaunch expert Carol Fishman Cohen shares scripts that work when you’re getting back into the workforce or moving into a new field.
August 28, 2019
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Phil Knight, MBA ’62: Never Give Up
On this podcast episode, the chairman emeritus of Nike discusses the roots of his competitive drive.
August 26, 2019
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What Would Happen If Mortgage Brokers Disappeared?
Home-loan middlemen are more than a necessary evil — they benefit both buyers and lenders, a new study finds.
August 19, 2019
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How to Stay Ahead When the Rules Change
A Stanford business professor infiltrates the ever-shifting world of eSports to unearth new lessons in corporate adaptability.
August 19, 2019
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Presence, Structure, Performance: 5 Tips to Improve Your Public Speaking
Our experts’ tips on small changes that can make or break your next presentation.
August 16, 2019
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Diane Von Furstenberg: The Most Important Relationship You’ll Have Is the One With Yourself
On this podcast episode, Diane Von Furstenberg, founder of the DVF clothing line, discusses the importance of character in bouncing back from setbacks.
August 08, 2019
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What Kind of Product “Authenticity” Appeals in China?
Focusing on craftwork and tradition works better than talking about moonlight and tea gods.