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November 29, 2012
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Laura Ching: The Importance of Authenticity
A founder of custom stationery company Tiny Prints discusses corporate values and the enduring power of connecting beyond digital means.
November 21, 2012
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Jeff Fluhr: Connecting Face-to-Face
The CEO of Spreecast discusses the "fundamental alignment around integrity, working hard, and delivering."
November 19, 2012
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Benoit Monin: How Word Choice Can Affect Our Moral Boundaries
New research shows that subtle changes in language can lead to more ethical behavior.
November 19, 2012
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Why Europe Needs a New Narrative
Can the eurozone fix itself in the absence of a catastrophe?
November 09, 2012
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“Focus, and Then Focus Some More”
Serial entrepreneur Steve Poizner discusses the importance of bold thinking.
November 06, 2012
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Slavery in Supply Chains
An MBA student urges consumers, NGOs, and companies to end slavery in supply chains of everyday products.
November 05, 2012
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How Do You Decide Who to Vote for?
A Stanford GSB student's new company could make selecting a candidate more like online shopping.
November 02, 2012
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How Growth Can Be Green
A Stanford GSB student looks at the value of renewable energy in the developing world.
November 02, 2012
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A TV Anchor’s Top Tips for Entrepreneurs
In a new book, television show host JJ Ramberg shares tips for small business owners and investors.
November 02, 2012
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"You Cannot Delegate Vision"
The founder of boot and apparel maker Ariat International says entrepreneurs should visualize "massive success from day one."
November 01, 2012
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Crisis Management: The Art of Damage Control
In a new book, Stanford GSB lecturers share political survival tactics in a 24/7 news cycle.
October 30, 2012
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Changing Markets: What's Next for China
Investors in China discuss "me-too technologies" and what's hot in the VC world.
October 30, 2012
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Disaster Relief Helps the Incumbent
Research shows that President Obama may get a bump in the polls from Hurricane Sandy.
October 30, 2012
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How Polls Influence Behavior
New research says polling data helps voters get the information they need to make decisions.
October 26, 2012
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Ellen Siminoff: “Learn How to Sell”
The CEO of Shmoop discusses entrepreneurship, salesmanship, and how to inspire kids to learn.
October 25, 2012
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The Executive Social Media Gap
A new study reveals a disconnect between companies' understanding of social media and the actions they are taking to apply it to their business.
October 24, 2012
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Jeff Skoll’s Philanthropy Focuses on World’s Biggest Challenges
Jeff Skoll, one of only 20 people who’ve ever given away $1 billion, hopes to engage everyone in the planet’s survival by leveraging the power of Hollywood.
October 23, 2012
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The Message and the Medium
Research says political candidates might be better off paying for web ads than investing too heavily in TV.
October 23, 2012
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Where Hollywood Meets Beijing
One of the most powerful women in the U.S. film industry discusses her work in China.
October 17, 2012
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Rob Forbes: The Power of Simplicity
The founder of Design Within Reach and PUBLIC Bikes explains why "design makes a difference."
October 09, 2012
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Bob Moog: He Who Laughs, Lasts
The cofounder of University Games discusses two keys to success: smiles and cash flow.
October 09, 2012
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Researchers: Flexibility May Be the Key to Increased Productivity
A study reveals that working from home boosts employee happiness and productivity.
October 09, 2012
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Saumitra Jha: How Peace Can Pay
An economist shows how financial innovation can align incentives and help reduce ethnic violence.
October 02, 2012
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Alix Guerrier: “We’re Not a Teaching Tool. We’re a Teacher Tool”
A startup helps school-based teachers of math and English team up with digital instruction programs for students.