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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March 03, 2014
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Harikesh Nair: “The Promise of the Big Data Revolution”
A marketing professor uses analytics to help improve the bottom line at a Las Vegas gaming company.

February 28, 2014
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Saumitra Jha: Is There an Economic Solution to Ethnic Violence?
A political economist explores how commerce can help promote peace.

February 27, 2014
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Dale Miller: Why Go Nonprofit?
Dale Miller brings the expertise and experience of Stanford GSB faculty and alumni to consider the question, “Is nonprofit passé or overlooked?”

February 27, 2014
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Frank Flynn: What Makes a Happy vs. Meaningful Life?
Professor Frank Flynn looks at the difference between “happiness” and “meaning” in life –– and how these two concepts relate to being prosocial.

February 26, 2014
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Matt Abrahams: How Do You Make a Memorable Presentation?
A Stanford lecturer and expert on public speaking explains how to manage anxiety and deliver a smooth presentation.

February 25, 2014
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The Quotable Mary Barra
The new head of General Motors discusses cars, leadership, and the best advice she ever received.

February 25, 2014
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The Promise and Peril of Bitcoin
Economist Susan Athey and venture capitalist Balaji Srinivasan discuss the digital currency.

February 24, 2014
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Google’s Gopi Kallayil: How to Break Through the Digital Noise
The company’s chief evangelist for brand marketing explains how to “get your customers to listen.”

February 21, 2014
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The Art of Collecting and the Business of Art
How three enthusiasts built their world-class collections.

February 19, 2014
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James March: What Don Quixote Teaches Us About Leadership
A scholar discusses literature, power, and "the two most important things to know about innovation."

February 13, 2014
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Itamar Simonson: Why Do Consumers Ignore Personalized Offers?
New research says customized deals often backfire.

February 12, 2014
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Vikram Sharma: "I Have a Deep Desire to Create Something"
The founder of information security firm QuintessenceLabs discusses the perils of rushing into things too quickly and the "internet of things."

February 11, 2014
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Sharique Hasan: A Smart Roommate May Be the Key to College Success
A study in Southern India shows that high-performing roommates may have greater influence than friends or study partners.

February 10, 2014
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Greg McKeown: Pursue Only What Is Essential
An author and alumnus explains why the many opportunities that come with success can lead to failure.

February 05, 2014
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Research: The Hidden Benefits of Gossip and Ostracism
A study shows that talking about people behind their backs and voting others "off the island" may actually be good for society.

February 05, 2014
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Researchers: How to Create Sustainable Tourism in Rural China
By making key changes to the normal supply chain supporting tourism, a group of researchers look to alleviate rural poverty.

February 04, 2014
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How the Digital Age Rewrites the Rule Book on Consumer Behavior
The authors of a new book on market research explain how a shift in consumer decision-making is fundamentally changing marketing.

February 03, 2014
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How Companies Can Protect Themselves Against Intellectual Property Risk in Their Supply Chains
Experts on supply chain management and intellectual property outline three ways businesses can safeguard their proprietary information.

February 03, 2014
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Sam Yagan: “Don’t Start a Company Lightly”
The CEO of Match.com discusses leadership, lessons, and "the most important search of your life."

January 31, 2014
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Shan-Lyn Ma: “Can the Idea Be Bigger?”
The cofounder of wedding registry site Zola discusses leadership, finding great talent, and the most important values in business.

January 29, 2014
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Glenn Carroll: How Do Local Businesses Affect Social Policy?
New research explores the impact of gay-owned businesses on anti-discrimination laws.

January 28, 2014
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Stanley McChrystal: What Makes an Effective Team?
The retired four-star general explains why employees need to have faith in each other and alignment behind a common goal.

January 28, 2014
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T. Renee Bowen: The Political Impact of Mandatory Spending Programs
Game theory shows why “discretionary” spending programs lead to more self-interested behavior by politicians than “mandatory” spending programs.

January 27, 2014
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Peter Georgescu: Companies Must Bring All Stakeholders to the Table
The chairman emeritus of advertising firm Young & Rubicam explains why practicing one’s values “is a winning strategy in business.”
