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 14, 2014
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Charles O’Reilly: Narcissists Get Paid More Than You Do
New research explores why some CEOs have such big salaries.

July 11, 2014
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Jennifer Aaker: How to Make Yourself Happy
New research shows one big reason to be nice to others.

July 09, 2014
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Carlos Ghosn: Five Percent of the Challenge Is the Strategy. Ninety-five Percent Is the Execution
The head of Renault-Nissan discusses the challenges of being a business leader in a foreign country and why adhering to cultural norms is not always the right strategy.

July 09, 2014
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Jonathan Berk: Are Mutual Fund Managers Skilled, Or Just Lucky?
Research says top managers are good at what they do, yet most investors can’t benefit from it.

July 07, 2014
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Rebecca Diamond: What is Happening to America’s Cities?
New research shows they are increasingly segregated by education.

July 03, 2014
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Ron Johnson: “It’s Not About Speed. It’s About Doing Your Best”
The former CEO of JCPenney discusses Apple, Target, and lessons learned from a 30-year career in retail.

July 02, 2014
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Charles Lee: Why Fair-Value Accounting Isn’t Fair
An accounting professor says shareholders need accountants to keep track of asset history, not to forecast future prices.

June 23, 2014
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Marc Andreessen: “We Are Biased Toward People Who Never Give Up.”
The venture capitalist discusses Silicon Valley’s changing tech landscape and why failure is overrated.

June 11, 2014
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Heidi Roizen: “Today Everything Is Relationship-Driven”
Master networker Heidi Roizen on what has changed — and what hasn’t — about professional networking in the era of social media.

June 10, 2014
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Lessons From the Roadside
In an excerpt from their new book, three economists share what they learned about small businesses in America.

June 06, 2014
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Researchers: How Do You Find the Best Private Equity Funds?
Research finds there are differences in skill among fund managers, but identifying the top funds is no easy task for investors.

June 05, 2014
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How Mindy Grossman Turned Around HSN
The CEO discusses customer service, disruption, and the bottom line.

June 03, 2014
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Glenn Carroll: The Value of Authenticity
Researchers find that when consumers assess products, they really want the real thing.

June 02, 2014
Written
How Successful Leaders Avoid “Social Good Fatigue”
People who choose to work in the social sector benefit from a sense of mission about their work. But how do social sector leaders sustain their motivation, commitment, and passion over the long haul?

May 29, 2014
Written
Researchers: How Do You Encourage Saving?
A new study shows that people who feel powerful save more money.

May 29, 2014
Written
MasterCard CEO: Challenge Conventional Wisdom
The payments technology executive discusses the cash economy, staying humble, and knowing when it's time to move on.

May 28, 2014
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Matthew O. Jackson: Can Trade Prevent War?
A new network model suggests that international trade alliances are considerably more effective than military ones at keeping the peace.

May 27, 2014
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Mary Barra: “I’m Not In a Startup, But a Start-Over”
The new head of General Motors discusses leadership, culture, and how to prepare for what you can’t control.

May 23, 2014
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Nir Halevy: How Do You Make Decisions?
New research shows that decision-makers focus on what will lead to the best possible outcome.

May 22, 2014
Written
Jeremy Bulow: A Better Approach to Bank “Bail-Ins”
A Stanford economist and his colleague at Oxford propose a new strategy to reduce the risk of taxpayer-funded bailouts.

May 21, 2014
Written
Ten Tips for Building Stronger Networks in Work and Life
How to connect to the people who matter.

May 19, 2014
Written
Lorenzo Zambrano: Thoughts on Business, Leadership, and Life
The Stanford GSB alumnus turned Mexico’s Cemex into a multinational powerhouse — and transformed lives along the way.

May 15, 2014
Written
Amir Goldberg: Cracking the Cultural Genome
Every decision we make is deeply rooted in our social identity. A researcher explains a new, networked approach to understanding our cultural traits.

May 14, 2014
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How to Make Body Language Your Superpower
Using body language effectively can help presenters better connect with their audiences.
