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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.
April 14, 2015
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Conquering Complexity With Simple Rules
A Stanford professor offers a better way to make decisions.
April 10, 2015
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Earthquakes President Dave Kaval: How Major League Soccer Is Like a Silicon Valley Startup
Stanford GSB alumnus talks new trends in wearables and the big data revolution.
April 09, 2015
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The Skills That Make Entrepreneurs Extraordinary
An author finds what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur.
April 06, 2015
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Patrick Dillingham and Sean Koffel: “Do What You Love and What You’re Good At”
The cofounders of Windy Hill Spirits discuss entrepreneurship, career management, and the best advice they’ve ever received.
April 02, 2015
Video
Scotty McLennan: The Benefits of Mixing Spirituality With Work
Stanford’s former Dean for Religious Life says there’s no need to check your religion at the door on Monday.
April 01, 2015
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Itamar Simonson: What Makes People Collect Things?
A marketing professor explores the world of collectibles and consumer motivation.
April 01, 2015
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Mark Leslie: “The Key to Enduring Growth Is Strategic Transformation”
A lecturer in management shows why only a select few companies manage to extend their lives decades beyond the competition.
March 31, 2015
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Neil Malhotra: How Politicians Change Their Message to Appeal to Constituents
A Stanford professor of political economy dissects an elemental political instinct.
March 30, 2015
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Paul Oyer: Just How Important Is Previous Experience in the Job Hunt?
Larger, more prestigious firms are more likely to take a chance on you.