A Blueprint for Keeping Humans in Control of AI
New research teaches independent AI agents to ask for help — and builds oversight of models we don’t fully trust.
David Rubenstein on Leading the Parade
The D.C. denizen reflects on his time in Jimmy Carter’s White House, recalls how he got into leveraged buyouts, and shares why he thinks you're not working hard enough if you never fail.
Ask for More Pay and Get Penalized, Stay Quiet and Fall Behind
New research finds that class shapes not just who negotiates for higher salaries, but who pays a price for speaking up.
How Falling Interest Rates Widened Americans’ Wealth Gap
Low interest rates fueled an asset boom that benefited the wealthy — and would amplify the hit of potential Social Security cuts on low-income retirees.
The Dollar’s Dominance Is Eroding
Investors are increasingly eying alternatives to the world’s strongest currency.
AI Could Uncover the Hidden Ways People Work Together
The winners of the AI for Organizations Grand Challenge believe that identifying the “grammar of coordination” could have profound implications for the future of work.
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August 30, 2023
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How to Change: Building Better Habits and Behaviors (And Getting Out of Your Own Way)
In this podcast episode, Katy Milkman shares how we can make our goals more achievable by making reaching them more enjoyable.

August 29, 2023
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The Business of Ending Generational Poverty in India
How one social enterprise built a successful revenue model while having a large-scale, positive impact.

August 29, 2023
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Retail Investors Are Making Simple — Yet Costly — Mistakes When Trading Corporate Bonds
Not all AAA-rated debt is the same. And credit ratings are not comprehensive indicators of risk.

August 28, 2023
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Another Payoff From Trading Stocks: Reducing Political Polarization
An experiment shows that investing — even when unprofitable — can be a lesson in building trust.

August 22, 2023
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Simple Is a Superpower: How to Communicate Any Idea to Any Audience
In this episode, Carmine Gallo shares how intentional, straightforward messaging helps you connect with others and get things done.

August 17, 2023
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Quick Study: How to Think Like a Venture Capitalist
In selecting investments, VCs take a unique approach.

August 15, 2023
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Create a Presence: How to Communicate in a Way Others Can Feel
In this episode, Muriel Wilkins shares how the best communicators create a strong presence.

August 15, 2023
Audio
Making Great Strategy: A Masterclass with Jesper Sørensen
Stanford GSB professor shares practical advice for building winning strategies.

August 08, 2023
Audio
We Belong Together: How Communication Fuels Connection and Community
In this episode, Geoffrey Cohen shares how communication can help us find the connection we crave and need.

August 08, 2023
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To Make Influencers Seem More Authentic, Just Add #Friends
Instagram personalities see a boost in engagement when they post about their close relationships.

August 01, 2023
Audio
Talk Less, Say More: How to Kick The Habit of Over-talking
In this episode, Dan Lyons says it’s time we all zipped it.

August 01, 2023
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Follow the Leader: How a CEO’s Personality Is Reflected in Their Company’s Culture
There’s no ideal personality type for executives — but businesses need the right one for success.

July 26, 2023
Video
Class Takeaways — The Fundamentals of Effective Selling
Five lessons in five minutes: Professor Jim Lattin and Lecturer Barry Rhein on curiosity-based selling

July 24, 2023
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Unleashing the Power of Market Creation
Businesses that create markets instead of products have the power to unlock the greatest potential.

July 20, 2023
Written
Do First-Gen College Grads Face Bias in the Job Market?
Employers may see them as less prepared, but a simple intervention can flip the script.

July 18, 2023
Audio
Give It to Me Straight: The Power of Honest, Constructive Feedback
In this episode, David Dodson shares how workplace feedback can be your company’s secret weapon.

July 18, 2023
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In an Age of Ubiquitous AI, What Does It Mean to Be Human?
The artificial intelligence explosion is making people rethink what makes us unique. Call it the AI Effect.

July 13, 2023
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Does It Pay to Link Executive Compensation to ESG Goals?
More CEOs are getting “ESG pay.” Does it improve their companies’ sustainability and financial performance?

July 11, 2023
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No Rules, No Trust: How Accountability Shapes Communication
In this episode, Anat Admati explains why we can’t build trust without a solid foundation of rules.

July 06, 2023
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Indulging in a Guilty Pleasure? Don’t Put It on the Card.
Consumers reach for cash when they want to forget about purchases they may regret later.

July 06, 2023
Written
Another Price of Sloppy Bookkeeping: Employees Want a Wage Premium.
Employees may not understand complex financial reports. But they know when their jobs could be at risk.

July 03, 2023
Written
A First-of-Its-Kind Look at Which Students Get Disciplined — and When
A new study tracks the ebb and flow of suspensions and detentions and their disparate impact on Black middle schoolers.

June 29, 2023
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AI Can Coach You to Lose Weight. But a Human Touch Still Helps.
New research finds that AI-powered fitness coaching is more effective when users interact with real people.

June 29, 2023
Audio
Transforming your Leadership: Insights from an Executive Coach
An expert executive coach shares insight into the importance of reflection, delegation, and moving away from “heroic leadership.”
