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May 20, 2015
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Matt Abrahams: Become a Better Virtual Communicator
An expert on public speaking explains how online technology changes the way we communicate.
May 19, 2015
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Anat Admati: Are Banks Safe Now?
A scholar and a former regulator both warn that safeguards are lacking to prevent another financial crisis.
May 19, 2015
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Steven Callander: How to Make States “Laboratories of Democracy”
A Stanford professor argues that state innovation needs a federal nudge.
May 18, 2015
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Khaled Naim: “You Can’t Do it Alone”
The founder of a logistics software company discusses creativity, the Middle East, and the best path to decision making.
May 14, 2015
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Pedro Gardete: Why Companies Should Share Their Secrets
Information-sharing can help better predict market ups and downs.
May 13, 2015
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Dawoon Kang: “I Want to Make the World a More Loving Place”
The cofounder of an online matchmaking service discusses the value of teamwork, rapid iteration, and perseverance.
May 13, 2015
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Frank Wolak: How to Keep Green Policies from Crashing the Electricity Grid
As California embarks on “cap and trade,” Stanford researchers employ advanced trading games to head off nasty surprises.
May 11, 2015
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Darrell Duffie: Are China’s Financial Markets Opening Up?
A professor of finance explores the burgeoning economy and its opportunities for further growth.
May 07, 2015
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San Francisco 49ers’ Paraag Marathe: How to Launch a Career in Sports Management
The Stanford GSB alumnus talks team analytics, salary caps, and the untapped potential for virtual reality.
May 06, 2015
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Fryderyk Ovcaric: “Passionate People Inspire Me”
The founder of the mobile app Instapray discusses the power of teams, the importance of values, and the future of content.
May 05, 2015
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Six Days in Nepal
A Stanford doctor travels to the devastated region as part of the relief effort.
May 04, 2015
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Mitt Romney: Know Your Values, Encourage Dissent, and Take a Break
The former presidential candidate discussed his leadership style with the Stanford GSB community.
April 30, 2015
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The Recommended List by Stanford GSB Professors
Those in the know share where to go to learn more about reward and related topics.
April 30, 2015
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What Does Reward Mean to You?
Five Stanford scholars share their insights on the topic of reward.
April 29, 2015
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Saumitra Jha: How Financial Innovation Helped Start the English Civil War (and Why That’s Important Today)
A Stanford scholar explains why financial mechanisms could be useful to align diverse interests.
April 27, 2015
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Darrell Duffie: Understanding China’s Financial System
A finance professor says doing business on a global scale requires understanding what makes China tick.
April 24, 2015
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Ron Gutman: “I Am Really Focused on the User”
HealthTap founder has redefined doctor visits.
April 23, 2015
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Robb Willer: The Powerlessness Paradox
Researchers find that feeling powerless can lead people to support systems that disadvantage them.
April 22, 2015
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David Larcker: Nonprofit Boards Fall Short
A new survey shows many lack skills, engagement to effectively oversee organizations.
April 22, 2015
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Meg Whitman: Don’t Fixate on What Is Wrong with a Company
HP CEO discusses turning around a struggling technology company.
April 21, 2015
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Stefan Reichelstein: Preventing the Solar Cliff
A change to a tax credit could kill the nascent industry.
April 17, 2015
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Preet Bharara: A Culture of Silence Can Hurt a Firm
A U.S. Attorney gives tips for following your moral compass.
April 16, 2015
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Edith Elliott: “Healthcare Is an Essential Human Right”
An entrepreneur discusses risk, honesty, and why the families she serves in India inspire her.
April 15, 2015
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Dan Iancu: Tapping a Moral Philosopher to Solve a Money Manager’s Dilemma
A Stanford scholar examines how to juggle needs of diverse clients amid uncertainty.