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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July 15, 2020
Video
Investing in Peace
Helping voters learn by trading in the stock market can shift their perspective and politics.

July 15, 2020
Written
Stimulus Money Might Stimulate Insider Trading
A new study reveals that politically connected shareholders cashed in with suspiciously well-timed trades during the 2008 federal bailout.

July 06, 2020
Audio
Be Better at Work: How to Communicate Better with Coworkers and Employees
In this podcast episode, two experts discuss where leaders should and shouldn’t focus their attention when it comes to running group communication.

June 30, 2020
Written
Home Foreclosures Can Have Devastating, Long-Term Impacts
A new study finds that the repercussions of home loss extend to crime, divorce, and even student test scores.

June 29, 2020
Written
Journeying Through the Pandemic
Mitigate the psychological trauma wrought by COVID-19 by making meaning out of tragedy.

June 26, 2020
Written
How School Choice Systems Create Unfair Advantages
Lotteries for public school admissions unintentionally favor students who have the option to attend private institutions, a new study shows.

June 26, 2020
Audio
Flywheel and SoulCycle Cofounder Ruth Zukerman: Emerging Stronger From the Storm
On this podcast episode, the Flywheel cofounder talks about staying strong in turbulent times and defining her own success.

June 24, 2020
Written
Beating the Pandemic by Design
Even long-established companies can use startup tactics to stabilize when markets plunge.

June 22, 2020
Audio
Make ’Em Laugh: How Humor Can Be the Secret Weapon in Your Communication
In this podcast episode, we dissect how to use humor to build bonds in business and in life.

June 12, 2020
Audio
Stewart Butterfield: Salvaging the Good
On this podcast episode, the cofounder and CEO of Slack reflects on how he came to be at the head of a top workplace communications enterprise.

June 10, 2020
Written
The Rise of the ‘Liberaltarian’
Tech industry millionaires are moving the Democratic Party to the left on almost every issue except government regulation. Unions beware.

June 10, 2020
Audio
Stephen Curry: Shining in the Spotlight
On this podcast episode, the two-time NBA MVP and three-time NBA champion discusses the life lessons he’s gleaned from being a parent, investor, philanthropist, and pro basketball sensation.

June 08, 2020
Written
The New Work-Life Reality Raises Equity and Inclusion Concerns
Beware of letting the COVID-19 crisis exacerbate established biases, warns a focus group of corporate and nonprofit leaders.

June 08, 2020
Audio
It’s Not What You Say, It’s How You Say It: How to Communicate Power
On this podcast episode, we discuss how to harness power through non-verbal communication.


June 01, 2020
Audio
Rose Marcario: Environmentalism Is for Everyone
On this podcast episode, the CEO of Patagonia sits down with students and shares why she believes that sustainability should be part of every company’s business plan.

May 28, 2020
Written
How to Launch in a Pandemic
Venture funding may be scarce right now, but it does exist — especially for ideas that meet the moment.

May 28, 2020
Written
How to Keep Supply Chains Reliable When the World’s Upended
COVID-19 has exposed the fragility of global supply chains. Maybe it’s time to rethink government’s role.

May 26, 2020
Audio
The Science of Influence: How to Persuade Others and Hold Their Attention
In this podcast episode, we discuss communication techniques that can help open people up to your ideas.

May 26, 2020
Written
The Hidden Social Advantage
We tend to reward the overconfidence of upper-class individuals, even when they get it wrong.

May 19, 2020
Written
Want to Predict Which Videos Will Go Viral? Scan Your Brainwaves.
Our brains can predict the popularity of online videos, without us even knowing it.

May 18, 2020
Written
Are You Ready for Your Encore?
If you’re thinking about a late-life career shift, here’s some advice from three people who did it right.

May 18, 2020
Written
The Future of Hydrogen May Be Here
A new study shows that power-to-gas systems harnessing renewable energy can produce cleaner, cost-effective hydrogen for industry.

May 14, 2020
Written
The High Value of Virtual College Advising for Lower-Income Students
New research shows online advising improves college outcomes for underserved high schoolers.
