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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October 26, 2021
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OK, Computer: Building Trust to Make Machine Learning More Effective
Asking users about their needs and concerns can open up the “black box” of new workplace technologies.

October 19, 2021
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Drinking from the Fire Hose of COVID-Inspired Innovation
Will the great ideas kick-started by the pandemic be more than a blip?

October 19, 2021
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The Outlook for the Post-COVID Economy
There are plenty of reasons for optimism — and caution.

October 19, 2021
Written
Restore — Don’t Reshore — Supply Chains
Bringing manufacturing back to the U.S. may be an overreaction.

October 19, 2021
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How COVID Has Reshaped Work
Offices, commutes, and gigs have been disrupted — for now.

October 19, 2021
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The Ethics of Vaccinating the World
With millions of lives at stake, should drug makers be forced to share their IP?

October 19, 2021
Written
Designing Markets for Faster, Better Vaccines
Susan Athey and a team of economists have been pushing for an unprecedented expansion of vaccine capacity.

October 19, 2021
Audio
Masterclass: Communicating with Confidence
Confidence and mindset can alleviate anxiety and improve almost any pitch or meeting.

October 19, 2021
Written
Respond. Reflect. Rethink.
Nearly two years into the global pandemic, Stanford GSB faculty are helping us understand what’s changed and what’s ahead.

October 15, 2021
Written
A Beautiful Application: Using Economics to Make Kidney Exchanges More Efficient and Fair
Even modest improvements to organ exchange markets can save many lives. That’s where economists and operations experts come in.

October 15, 2021
Audio
Space, Pace, and Grace: How to Handle Challenging Conversations
In this podcast episode, we discuss the power of slowing down during difficult workplace situations.

October 13, 2021
Written
How To: Five Steps Toward Getting on Boards
Tips for landing a seat in the boardroom at any stage of your career.

October 08, 2021
Written
Feel Old for Your Age? That’s Actually a Good Thing — For Others
New research finds a link between the concept of “subjective age” and people’s willingness to help strangers.

October 05, 2021
Audio
Communicating Your Big Idea
Stanford lecturer shares tips to improve your next business pitch.

October 05, 2021
Written
One Weird Trick to Get Americans to Claim the Money the Government Owes Them
Instilling a sense of ownership over benefits can help people shed their aversion to “handouts.”

October 01, 2021
Written
A Bridge Too Far: The Pitfalls of Private Infrastructure Funds
A new study finds that investing in public works fails to deliver on its promise of steady returns.

October 01, 2021
Audio
Speak Like a Founder: How Successful Entrepreneurs Communicate to Their Teams
In this podcast episode, we discuss how startups can build a product quickly and effectively.

September 22, 2021
Written
A Proposal to Restore Stability to the Shaken U.S. Treasury Market
Darrell Duffie talks about an emerging consensus on major reforms to the world’s financial safe haven.

September 22, 2021
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Sustainable Supply Chains Helped Companies Endure the Pandemic
A survey of more than 350 firms finds that resilience is an important byproduct of sustainability.

September 21, 2021
Audio
It’s All in Your Head: Masterclass on Thriving in Turbulent Times
Baba Shiv explains how to develop a risk-tolerant mindset.

September 21, 2021
Written
Got a Problem? Think Like a Designer.
“Creative Acts for Curious People” makes the Stanford d.school’s approach to problem-solving accessible to anyone.

September 16, 2021
Audio
Mindset Matters: How to Embrace the Benefits of Stress
In this podcast episode, we discuss how you can channel stress to help your performance and relationships.

September 10, 2021
Written
Many Health Care Workers Are Emotionally Exhausted, and Technology May Be to Blame
New research links technology-related frustration to worker burnout in all corners of the medical industry.

September 09, 2021
Written
12 Podcasts to Listen to as Commutes and Classes Start Up Again
Members of the Stanford GSB faculty recommend some of their favorite programs.
