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Do you stick to the rules or do you roll through stop signs? Whether you're “tight” or “loose” — how closely you adhere to social norms — has major implications for your life at home and at work. “To be effective, we want to be ambidextrous,” says Michele Gelfand, the John H. Scully Professor in Cross-Cultural Management and Professor of Organizational Behavior at Stanford Graduate School of Business. “Even if we might lean tight or loose, we want to be able to create a context where we can have both tight and loose elements.”Sophisticated strategies will fail if they don't account for deeply embedded norms, and Gelfand breaks down why the adage that “culture eats strategy for breakfast” is more than just a management cliché. “From the moment we wake up to the moment we go to sleep, [culture is] affecting everything from our politics to our parenting,” Gelfand says. “But we take it for granted — we don't even think about it. So it's kind of invisible. And that's a pretty profound puzzle.” What's the biggest cultural adjustment you've made? Share your story at ifthenpod@stanford.edu.This episode was recorded on January 28, 2025.Related Content:Faculty profilePsst — Wanna Know Why Gossip Has Evolved in Every Human Society?Class Takeaways — The Art of NegotiationWhy the Pandemic Slammed “Loose” Countries Like the U.S.If/Then is a podcast from Stanford Graduate School of Business that examines research findings that can help us navigate the complex issues we face in business, leadership, and society. Each episode features an interview with a Stanford GSB faculty member.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

▶️ Connect with Richard on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardatherton-firsthuman/   This week's episode is perhaps one of the most uncomfortable I've yet recorded. A conversation with Jeffrey Pfeffer, the renowned author of "Power: Why Some People Have It and Others Don't" and “Leadership BS: Fixing Workplaces and Careers One Truth at a Time”,  and professor at Stanford Graduate School of Business, we dive deep into the principles of power, influence, and career acceleration.  Jeffrey offers his view on the raw truth about what it takes to stand out, thrive, and succeed in a world shaped by competition and perception. From strategies to gain influence to the controversial role of self-promotion, this conversation is packed with insights that challenge conventional wisdom about leadership and integrity. Learn why keeping your head down might be holding you back, how deliberate practice can transform your career, and why following Jeffrey's proven methods have made many of his students wildly successful.  As Jeffrey takes a torch to leadership development orthodoxy, we cover: How many leadership authors espoused values don't match the reality of their behaviour To change the world, we must first have power Leadership training fails—because it ignores power and influence dynamics. Authenticity at work? Not so much if you want to be a leader, says Pfeffer. Pfeffer's 7 rules of power—practical, provocative, uncomfortably effective. Links: Jeffrey's Website Jeffrey's Books   Whether you're a budding leader or seasoned professional, this episode will inspire and empower you to take charge of your path. Don't miss out on this transformative discussion—subscribe for more thought-provoking conversations about what it means to be human.

Kelly Ryerson, known on social media as “Glyphosate Girl,” joins The Feds this week to discuss pesticide toxicity and the pending pesticide company liability shield bills in state and federal legislatures.Do you know what chemicals are in or on your produce? Why are pesticide companies seeking the passage of liability shield legislation? What is to gain by creating glyphosate-resistant plants? Does the recent MAHA Commission Report address pesticide toxicity? What pesticides are even worse than glyphosate? These are all questions we discuss this week.Kelly Ryerson works at the intersection of agriculture and health. She regularly collaborates with regenerative farmers, scientists, policymakers and media to address agrochemical damage to our soil and bodies. Kelly is the co-Executive Director of American Regeneration and also founded the news site Glyphosate Facts. Kelly has contributed to numerous podcasts, publications, and documentaries including the recent award winning documentary Common Ground. She is an Ambassador for The Rodale Institute. Kelly has a BA from Dartmouth College, an MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business, and completed training in integrative health coaching at Duke Integrative Medicine.Follow Kelly @GlyphosateGirl on X and InstagramVisit GlyphosateFacts.comCheck out AmericanRegeneration.org and RodaleInstitute.orgCheck out Feds For Freedom's SubstackWatch and listen to The Feds on any of these platforms: https://taplink.cc/fedsforfreedomSupport the Work and Become a Member of Feds For Freedom www.fedsforfreedom.org/joinFollow Feds For Freedom on Social Media Instagram/X (Twitter)/Facebook: @feds4freedomusa

(0:00) Intro (1:49) About the podcast sponsor: The American College of Governance Counsel(2:36) Introduction by Professor Anat Admati, Stanford Graduate School of Business. Read the event coverage from Stanford's CASI.(4:14) Start of Interview(4:45) What inspired Karen to write this book and how she got started with journalism.(8:00) OpenAI's Nonprofit Origin Story(8:45) Sam Altman and Elon Musk's Collaboration(10:39) The Shift to For-Profit(12:12) On the original split between Musk and Altman over control of OpenAI(14:36) The Concept of AI Empires(18:04) About concept of "benefit to humanity" and OpenAI's mission "to ensure that AGI benefits all of humanity"(20:30) On Sam Altman's Ouster and OpenAI's Boardroom Drama (Nov 2023) "Doomers vs Boomers"(26:05) Investor Dynamics Post-Ouster of Sam Altman(28:21) Prominent Departures from OpenAI (ie Elon Musk, Dario Amodei, Ilya Sutskever, Mira Murati, etc)(30:55) The Geopolitics of AI: U.S. vs. China(32:37) The "What about China" Card used by US companies to ward off regulation.(34:26) "Scaling at All Costs is not leading us in a good place"(36:46) Karen's preference on ethical AI development "I really want there to be more participatory AI development. And I think about the full supply chain of AI development when I say that."(39:53) Her biggest hope and fear for the future "the greatest threat of these AI empires is the erosion of democracy."(43:34) The case of Chilean Community Activism and Empowerment(47:20) Recreating human intelligence and the example of Joseph Weizenbaum, MIT (Computer Power and Human Reason, 1976)(51:15) OpenAI's current AI research capabilities: "I think it's asymptotic because they have started tapping out of their scaling paradigm"(53:26) The state (and importance of) open source development of AI. "We need things to be more open"(55:08) The Bill Gates demo on chatGPT acing the AP Biology test.(58:54) Funding academic AI research and the public policy question on the role of Government.(1:01:11) Recommendations for Startups and UniversitiesKaren Hao is the author of Empire of AI (Penguin Press, May 2025) and an award-winning journalist covering the intersections of AI & society. You can follow Evan on social media at:X: @evanepsteinLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/epsteinevan/ Substack: https://evanepstein.substack.com/__To support this podcast you can join as a subscriber of the Boardroom Governance Newsletter at https://evanepstein.substack.com/__Music/Soundtrack (found via Free Music Archive): Seeing The Future by Dexter Britain is licensed under a Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 United States License

AI has the potential to reshape medicine. But translating its promise into solutions for providers and patients is a high-stakes challenge.“There's a lot more problems than solutions available,” says Mohsen Bayati, the Carl and Marilynn Thoma Professor of Operations, Information & Technology at Stanford Graduate School of Business. “So it's ripe for innovation.”From trust and privacy to hallucination and data quality, the complications are significant. Bayati says that safely and effectively integrating AI into an enormous industry that treats people in their most vulnerable moments requires safety guardrails, human oversight, and maybe even a leap of faith. “[We] need to have patience with the benefits of these systems,” he says.Are you ready to interact with artificial intelligence at the doctor's office? Sound off at ifthenpod@stanford.edu.This episode was recorded on March 4, 2025.Related Content:Mohsen Bayati faculty profileA Peek Inside Doctors' Notes Reveals Symptoms of BurnoutMany Health Care Workers Are Emotionally Exhausted, and Technology May Be to BlameWhy Hospitals Underreport the Number of Patients They InfectIf/Then is a podcast from Stanford Graduate School of Business that examines research findings that can help us navigate the complex issues we face in business, leadership, and society. Each episode features an interview with a Stanford GSB faculty member.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Amidst constant change, clear communication is the key to navigating uncertainty.How do you communicate with others when you're confused yourself? For Rob Siegel, leadership isn't about avoiding uncertainty, it's about embracing the clarity that ambiguity can bring."What if ambiguity is the new normal?" asks Siegel, a venture investor and lecturer at Stanford Graduate School of Business. From rapidly evolving AI to ratcheting geopolitical tensions, every day brings a “crisis du jour,” he says. “I may like it, I may not like it. That doesn't really matter, but I've gotta get my team through it."In his latest book, The Systems Leader: Mastering the Cross Pressures That Make or Break Today's Companies, Siegel explores how leaders today are “living in dualities,” caught between managing existing processes and adapting to emerging disruptions. “The sooner we get comfortable with [change] in the sense of ‘I don't have to like it, but I can deal with it,' then [we can] lead our teams and give them the calm to know they can get through this.”In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Siegel and host Matt Abrahams explore how to communicate effectively amidst constant change. From preparation strategies for spontaneous speaking to building trust through candid conversations, Siegel offers practical tips for communicating with clarity when nothing is certain but change.To listen to the extended Deep Thinks version of this episode, please visit FasterSmarter.io/premiumEpisode Reference Links:Robert SiegelRob's Book: The Systems LeaderEp.35 Leading From The Hot Seat: How To Communicate Under PressureEp.37 Be Better: How Communication Catalyzes Business Transformation  Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedInChapters:(00:00) - Introduction (01:49) - Adapting Leadership for Uncertainty (03:18) - Systems Leadership and Cross Pressures (04:40) - Communication and Context (05:26) - Framing Complex Ideas (06:21) - Innovation vs. Execution (08:11) - Leading Through Ambiguity (09:33) - Short-Term vs. Long-Term Focus (12:44) - Balancing Strength and Empathy (15:26) - Leadership with Humanity (16:42) - Engaging Students Effectively (20:00) - The Final Three Questions (23:41) - Conclusion    *****This Episode is sponsored by Stanford. Stay Informed on Stanford's world changing research by signing up for the Stanford ReportSupport Think Fast Talk Smart by joining TFTS Premium.       

Episode Info Debbie Brackeen leads CSAA Insurance Group in strategy, partnerships, innovation and venture investing. She has more than 25 years of experience and leadership at innovative high-tech companies, including Apple, Sun, HP, and eBay, and, most recently, serving as the global head of innovation at Citigroup. She has served as an adviser to the Astia Technology Committee since 2008, and was an adviser on the corporate board of the National Venture Capital Association. Ms. Brackeen earned a degree in American Studies from Stanford University and has completed executive programs at the Northwestern Kellogg School of Management, INSEAD and the Stanford Graduate School of Business.   Highlights from the Show The video features a discussion with David, who has over 35 years of experience in the insurance industry, focusing on casualty underwriting and management. He currently serves as the Head of Casualty at Argo Group, where he oversees various liability lines, including primary and excess casualty, environmental liabilities, construction liabilities, and workers' compensation. The conversation highlights Argo's niche focus on the U.S. market, with some operations in Bermuda, and its recent acquisition by Brookfield Wealth Solutions. David shares insights into the challenges faced by the Casualty insurance sector, such as social inflation, litigiousness in the U.S., and the economic viability of Casualty lines. He discusses the importance of capacity management and the need for insurance carriers to be nimble in managing their portfolios. The conversation also touches on the impact of distracted driving on auto insurance claims and the necessity for the industry to adapt to changing conditions. The video concludes with a discussion on the future of the insurance industry, emphasizing the need for innovation and the importance of attracting new talent to sustain the industry. David expresses optimism about the industry's ability to adapt and continue providing necessary coverage despite current challenges. Episode Summary The video features a discussion on the strategic implementation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within a corporate setting, specifically focusing on the insurance industry. The conversation is led by Debbie Brackeen, who heads innovation and corporate development at CSAA Insurance Group, a part of the AAA insurance companies in the US.  Key Points AI Strategy and Implementation: The focus is on harnessing the power of Generative AI (Gen AI) to transform business operations and create sustainable business value. The strategy involves embedding AI as a strategic capability within the company to gain a competitive advantage. AI in Insurance: The conversation highlights the potential of AI to revolutionize the insurance industry by improving efficiency and accuracy in claims processing and underwriting. The use of AI is seen as a way to manage both structured and unstructured data more effectively. Challenges and Opportunities: There is an acknowledgment of the challenges posed by AI, such as the need for governance, controls, and regulatory compliance. However, the potential benefits, such as faster claims processing and better customer service, are emphasized. Future Outlook: The discussion reflects optimism about the future impact of AI, comparing its transformative potential to that of the Internet. There is a belief that AI will lead to new job roles and opportunities, rather than just eliminating existing ones. Overall, the video provides insights into how AI is being strategically integrated into business processes to enhance efficiency and create new opportunities within the insurance sector. This episode is brought to you by The Future of Insurance book series (future-of-insurance.com) from Bryan Falchuk. Follow the podcast at future-of-insurance.com/podcast for more details and other episodes. Music courtesy of Hyperbeat Music, available to stream or download on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music and more.

In this episode of The Rainmaking Podcast, host Scott Love speaks with Justin Nassiri, founder of Executive Presence, about how professionals can use LinkedIn as a high-leverage platform for building relationships and generating new business. Drawing from his experience helping executives create authentic, effective content, Justin explains that LinkedIn works best when used consistently to educate, not sell. He emphasizes the importance of optimizing your personal profile over company pages and shares a simple framework for creating posts that resonate: focus on industry insights, leadership stories, company updates, and personal anecdotes that are “dinner-party appropriate.” Justin also breaks down tactical strategies to improve visibility and connection—such as commenting on the posts of high-visibility users, sending relevant posts directly to prospects, and showing up regularly with value-driven content. He encourages professionals to build a routine around content creation, noting that success comes from iteration, not perfection. Whether you're new to LinkedIn or looking to elevate your presence, this episode offers a roadmap to position yourself as a trusted authority and rainmaker in your field. Visit: https://therainmakingpodcast.com/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/4H_Dy8yutqQ ----------------------------------------

“The way I think about trying to anticipate and shape the AI future requires us to take a step back and ask ourselves first, ‘What does this technology do? What does it enable?'” reflects Amir Goldberg, a professor of organizational behavior at Stanford Graduate School of Business. “That's very different from asking ourselves, ‘How is the technology implemented?'” From locating the origins of innovation to identifying hidden barriers blocking new ideas, Goldberg presents a framework for harnessing novel technological capabilities like AI — capabilities that are essential for staying ahead of the competition. “The data/AI train is leaving the station,” he says. “The problem is, there are many trains — and some are going off a cliff.” Is your organization exploring how to transform its experience into data? Tell us your story at ifthenpod@stanford.edu.This episode was recorded on February 5, 2025.Related Content:Amir Goldberg faculty profileTo Discover Breakthrough Ideas, Look to the OutsidersIs Your Business Ready to Jump Into A.I.? Read This First.Why Investors Throw Money at Eccentric CEOIf/Then is a podcast from Stanford Graduate School of Business that examines research findings that can help us navigate the complex issues we face in business, leadership, and society. Each episode features an interview with a Stanford GSB faculty member.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Myron Scholes is the Frank E. Buck Professor of Finance, Emeritus at Stanford Graduate School of Business. Myron was awarded the Nobel Prize in Economics for his groundbreaking work in Options Theory. I want to learn from Myron about why AI needs to work with humans due to uncertainty and the importance of exceptions. Myron is an investor and on the board of a robotics company that focuses on installing solar panels in the desert where laborers don't want to work. I want to hear about the challenges that robots have in these kinds of assignments and how AI can improve their performance. Get full access to What Happens Next in 6 Minutes with Larry Bernstein at www.whathappensnextin6minutes.com/subscribe

Dr. Rosalind Chow discusses how to become a better sponsor to open new opportunities for others—and yourself.— YOU'LL LEARN — 1) Why mentorship isn't enough to advance 2) How sponsoring others elevates your status 3) Four things sponsors should do—and one to avoidSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1060 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT ROSALIND — Rosalind Chow is an associate professor of Organizational Behavior and Theory at Carnegie Mellon University. Her research, teaching, and writing focus on how we all participate in social systems in ways that have implications for the maintenance or attenuation of inequity. Her current research focuses on how people can use their social connections to elevate others via sponsorship.Chow serves as the faculty director for CLIMB, offered through the Tepper School of Business in partnership with Deloitte. CLIMB focuses on preparing Black and Latino professionals for leadership positions in the accounting industry. Prior to CLIMB, Chow served as the founding faculty director for the Executive Leadership Academy, an executive leadership program addressing the challenges facing the advancement of Black leaders in the Pittsburgh region.Chow holds a BA in Psychology from Columbia University, and a PhD in Organizational Behavior from the Stanford Graduate School of Business. She currently lives in Pittsburgh, PA, with her husband, Jeff Galak, and their two children, Lia and Simon. • Book: The Doors You Can Open: A New Way to Network, Build Trust, and Use Your Influence to Create a More Inclusive Workplace • LinkedIn: Rosalind Chow • Website: RosalindChow.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: Anathem by Neal Stephenson • Book: Cryptonomicon by Neal Stephenson • Past episode: 458: How to End Bad Behavior and Renew Your Team Amidst Change with Steve Ritter • Past episode: 945: How to Master Your Inner World and Flourish During Stress with Mawi Asgedom — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Strawberry.me. Claim your $50 credit and build momentum in your career with Strawberry.me/AwesomeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The topic of a new course at Mansfield Senior High School is one that teenagers across the country are having trouble with: How to Get to Sleep. One ninth grader in the class says his method is to scroll through TikTok until he nods off. Another teen says she often falls asleep while on a late-night group chat with friends. Not everyone takes part in class discussions; some students are slumped over their desks napping. Sleep training is no longer just for newborns. Some schools are taking it upon themselves to teach teenagers how to get a good night's sleep. "It might sound odd to say that kids in high school have to learn the skills to sleep," says Mansfield health teacher Tony Davis, who has incorporated a newly released sleep curriculum into a state-required high school health class. "But you'd be shocked how many just don't know how to sleep." Adolescents burning the midnight oil is nothing new; teens are biologically programmed to stay up later as their circadian rhythms shift with puberty. But studies show teenagers are more sleep deprived than ever, and experts believe it could be playing a role in the youth mental health crisis and other problems plaguing schools, including behavioral and attendance issues. "Walk into any high school in America, and you will see kids asleep. Whether it's on a desk, outside on the ground or on a bench, or on a couch the school has allotted for naps—because they are exhausted," says Denise Pope, a senior lecturer at Stanford Graduate School of Education. Pope has surveyed high school students for more than a decade and leads parent sessions for schools around California on the importance of teen sleep. "Sleep is directly connected with mental health. There is not going to be anyone who argues with that." The district's high school is piloting the new curriculum, "Sleep to Be a Better You," hoping to improve academic success and reduce chronic absences, when a student misses more than 10% of the school year. During the six-part course, students are asked to keep daily sleep logs for six weeks and rate their mood and energy levels. This article was provided by The Associated Press.

What do TED speakers, UN officials, and CEOs have in common? When they need to speak with clarity and confidence under pressure, they call Matt Abrahams. In this episode of the Aspire to Inspire Podcast, Matt Abrahams—Stanford lecturer, author, and host of Think Fast, Talk Smart: The Podcast—joins host Athena Koutsonikolas to share practical insights into spontaneous speaking. From managing anxiety to answering difficult questions with confidence, Matt offers science-backed strategies and personal techniques to help anyone sound—and feel—more self-assured in high-pressure moments. Whether you struggle with small talk, want to command a room, or just need to stop blanking in meetings, consider this your playbook for clear, compelling communication. If you've ever struggled to find the right words in the moment, this episode is for you. Matt Abrahams is a lecturer at Stanford Graduate School of Business, the author of Think Faster, Talk Smarter: How to Speak Successfully When You're Put on the Spot and Speaking Up Without Freaking Out, and the host of Think Fast, Talk Smart The Podcast.

Neil Malhotra, the Edith M. Cornell professor of political economy at Stanford Graduate School of Business, aims to identify the nature of our tumultuous political moment in his work. In this episode, Malhotra explores rising distrust, shifting political identities, and what these changes mean for individuals — and businesses. Plus, the billion-dollar question: “Is Trump creating a movement that is separate from himself or is it identified with himself?” Malhotra asks. “It remains to be seen.”Is there a political question you'd like us to explore? Email us at ifthenpod@stanford.edu.This episode was recorded on December 18, 2024.Related Content:Neil Malhotra faculty profile: https://www.gsb.stanford.edu/faculty-research/faculty/neil-malhotraA Surprising Discovery About Facebook's Role in Driving PolarizationPulling Back From Polarization: How Business Leaders Can Step Up10 Tips for Tackling Political Polarization in the Workplace and BeyondHow the Supreme Court's Abortion Ruling Played in the Court of Public OpinionIf/Then is a podcast from Stanford Graduate School of Business that examines research findings that can help us navigate the complex issues we face in business, leadership, and society. Each episode features an interview with a Stanford GSB faculty member.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Myron Scholes is the Frank E. Buck Professor of Finance, Emeritus at Stanford Graduate School of Business. Myron won the Nobel Prize in Economics for his groundbreaking work in Options Theory. I want to find out why uncertainty is core to both investing and finance theory. Get full access to What Happens Next in 6 Minutes with Larry Bernstein at www.whathappensnextin6minutes.com/subscribe

If you want to learn how to communicate better, be less nervous when public speaking and pitch more effectively - this is your episode. From handling public speaking, to winning over people on zoom, Matt Abrahams, Professor at Stanford Graduate School of Business, host of the award-winning Think Fast Talk Smart podcast is bringing all his communication expertise!You will learn:Easy tips to be better at impromptu speaking: meetings with clients, elevator pitch, public speaking. Tips to manage anxiety when public speakingA simple yet effective way to craft a pitch that hooks people2 structures that will make your public speaking improve Links:Think Fast Talk Smarter bookThink Fast Talk Smart podcast Sell Yourself In 30 Seconds (free download from Kim Rittberg) Follow host Kim Rittberg on Instagram & Subscribe to Kim's YouTube Channel to Make Better Videos that Convert Please spread the word to your friends and leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  In honor of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, we chat with the inspiring Dave Lu.  Dave is a Taiwanese American entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and activist.  Dave shares his remarkable journey growing up as the child of Taiwanese immigrants to now being the Founder & Managing Partner at Hyphen Capital,  Co-Founder & President of Expo, and Co-Founder, Stand with Asian Americans.  From his experiences as a child of Taiwanese immigrants and a tech industry veteran to his powerful advocacy against anti-Asian hate, Dave's story is one of resilience and empowerment.  Dave recently produced the Emmy-winning documentary short 38 at the Garden about NBA player Jeremy Lin, which was acquired by HBO.  Dave sits on the advisory board of the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center and the Asia Pacific Fund.  Dave received his bachelor degree in finance from the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School and his MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business.   In this episode, we dive deep into: How growing up as a Taiwanese American impacts your career and life choices. The rise of anti-Asian hate crimes during the pandemic, and the importance of telling our stories (as seen on the Wall Street Journal). How the courage to speak up and organize led to the founding of Stand With Asian Americans. The power of representation in sports and media, including Jeremy Lin's story.   Challenges and opportunities for Asian American founders in venture capital and technology. Strategies for building your own opportunities and taking control of your narrative. The power of storytelling in fostering understanding and driving social change. The importance of creating inclusive environments and supporting diverse founders, especially women founders. Finding purpose and joy in the face of challenges. Connect with us: Connect with Dave Lu on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/davelu/ and on substack at https://substack.com/@davelu.  Follow Samorn on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/samornselim/. Get a copy of Samorn's book, “Belonging: Self Love Lessons From A Workaholic Depressed Insomniac Lawyer” at https://tinyurl.com/2dk5hr2f.  Get weekly career tips by signing up for our advice column at www.careerunicorns.com.  Schedule a free 30-minute build your dream career consult by sending a message at www.careerunicorns.com.   

AI is no longer just a tool—it's reshaping business strategy, workforce morale, and even personal productivity. But are executives truly prepared to treat AI as a strategic thought partner, or are they still viewing it as just another tech trend? Joining us today is Greg Shove, CEO of Section, an AI education company on a mission to train the next generation of AI leaders. Greg has helped enterprises like Apple and AOL adopt AI beyond automation—leveraging it as a strategic driver of innovation, leadership, and competitive advantage. With a goal of educating 100,000 students in AI by 2025, Greg is here to share his insights on AI strategy, workforce impact, and what businesses of all sizes need to know about integrating AI effectively. Greg Shove is the CEO of Section. Prior to Section, Greg founded five companies resulting in three exits (two of which were over $100M—2Market to AOL, SocialChorus to Sumeru Equity Partners). He is a hybrid Canadian (believes in a level playing field), British (does not quit), and American (dreams of something better). He is a graduate of the University of Western Ontario and Stanford Graduate School of Business. RESOURCESIf you haven't started using AI, or you've used it but haven't gotten real value, I'd like to invite you to join our upcoming course, 1 Hour to AI Proficiency, for free. You'll learn to write effective prompts and identify some killer AI use cases -- join at https://www.sectionschool.com/free-workshopCatch the future of e-commerce at eTail Boston, August 11-14, 2025. Register now: https://bit.ly/etailboston and use code PARTNER20 for 20% off for retailers and brandsConnect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstromDon't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.showCheck out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnowThe Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company

Make America Healthy Again? Have we ever been healthy? I've been in the health field for thirty-five years. In all that time, I had never heard a news media report on red dyes in food. For the first time, I'm encouraged by the future of our American food system! For me, this is not a political issue. I truly want to give people the same opportunities that I have. I know how to read labels and avoid cancer-causing ingredients in my food. Most people don't. Americans are starting to question our food manufacturers. That's a big first step in eliminating harmful ingredients from food (many of which have been banned in Europe for decades). Today's podcast, with MAHA advocate and activist Kelly Ryerson, made me sad and mad. Kelly (Glyphosate Girl) discussed the damage glyphosate (the active ingredient in Roundup) does to our environment and bodies. Kelly has spent years in the trenches explaining why this chemical is so dangerous to anyone who would listen. It's such an easy default to use a heavy chemical load to kill weeks. Did you know there are simple alternatives to using such a large amount of chemicals in farming? Kelly also explained that while this product is sold in Europe, the company that makes Roundup has created a less toxic alternative for sale in Europe. This, to me, is mind-blowing! If they can make a less harmful version that still works for Europe, can't one be made for the US as well? ____ Toups and Co It's happened...I'm putting beef tallow on my face, and my skin looks lush, and it doesn't smell like a hamburger :) I've seen the TikTok videos about beef tallow. I avoided trying it because it sounded like I'd be putting grease on my face. Enough people asked me about it, so I started reading more information and trying out various tallows. There was one company that stood out to me. I feel like I hit a home run with the brand Toups and Co. I first heard of this brand on a friend's podcast (Holistic Hilda with the Weston A Price Foundation). She interviewed the founder, Emily Toups. She was a mom looking for a solution to her child's skin issues. She was frustrated with the lack of progress with drugstore and prescription meds, so she reached out to a local farmer for tallow. The rest, as they say, is history. Her daughter is healed, and my skin looks great, haha! Thank you, Toups Family, for making such excellent products and offering my community a 15% discount. I'm currently using: Frankincense Skim Balm Blue Tansy Body Oil The Nourishing Skin Care Set (this includes skin balm, body oil, tinted lip chap, and a tallow bar—and it's on sale!). Deodorant - it really works! Use the link below for 15% off of your order: https://toupsandco.com/?rfsn=8527293.e7a2a0&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=8527293.e7a2a0 ____ My Newsletter!  Sign up Here ____ About Kelly Ryerson Kelly Ryerson works at the intersection of agriculture and health. She regularly collaborates with farmers, scientists, policymakers, and media to address agrochemical damage to our soil and bodies. She also started the news site Glyphosate Facts, which explains the link between chemical agriculture and the explosion in chronic disease. Kelly has contributed to several documentaries and news publications, co-hosts the morning show on CHDtv, and is a frequent podcast speaker. She is an Ambassador for The Rodale Institute. She has a BA from Dartmouth College, an MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business, and completed training in integrative health coaching at Duke Integrative Medicine. Check out Kelly's website, www.glyphosatefacts.com, where she has listed multiple studies. Please see Kelly's list below for more information on Glyphosate and health. National Institute of Health on Glyphosate Glyphosate and Breast Cancer Glyphosate and Neurological Disease Journal of Neuroinflammation ScienceDirect Glyphosate and Reproductive Health The Real Organic Project ____ Connect with Deborah Deborah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whydidigetcancer/ Deborah on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DebsHealthCoachKitchen Deborah on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ydidigetcancer Deborah on Pinterest: https://in.pinterest.com/whydidigetcancer/ Join Deb's weekly newsletter Here!

Read the full transcript here. Why do nonprofits often ignore the simplest, most obvious solutions for helping the world? Why do some problems get a lot of attention while others — often of equal or greater importance — go completely unaddressed? Why is behavior change so hard? When should or shouldn't NGOs collaborate with governments? Why are deworming effects not as immediately noticeable as might be expected? What sorts of incentive structures surround charities? How can NGOs and nonprofits gain the financial flexibility necessary to make better strategic bets and more principled decisions? What's more important for drawing in donors: stories or statistics? How do (or should) nonprofits measure the long-term economic effects on individuals of their interventions? How can you support the organizations and interventions mentioned in this episode?Kanika Bahl is CEO and President of Evidence Action where she has been on the Board since 2015. She is also a Trustee of Anthropic's Long-Term Benefit Trust. Previously she served as Managing Director at Results for Development (R4D), where she established and led the Market Dynamics practice. The practice has increased access to products such as childhood pneumonia treatments and malaria bed nets for millions of individuals in Africa and Asia. Prior to R4D, Kanika served as an Executive Vice President at the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) where she established greenfield operations in 17 African countries. She launched and led a $400M, 33-country public-private facility focused on driving access to new HIV/AIDS drugs and diagnostics. She received her MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business and her BA in Mathematical Economics from Rice University. Find out more about the work of Evidence Action at evidenceaction.org, email them at info@evidenceaction.org, or connect with them on social media at @evidenceaction.Further readingDeworm the World Sponsor ✨This episode is sponsored by Animal Charity Evaluators.StaffSpencer Greenberg — Host / DirectorJosh Castle — ProducerRyan Kessler — Audio EngineerUri Bram — FactotumWeAmplify — TranscriptionistsIgor Scaldini — Marketing ConsultantMusicBroke for FreeJosh WoodwardLee RosevereQuiet Music for Tiny Robotswowamusiczapsplat.comAffiliatesClearer ThinkingGuidedTrackMind EasePositlyUpLift[Read more]

Who really succeeds in a changing freight market environment? Find out by listening to Harish Abbott's journey in logistics! Harish explains the impact of innovation and adaptability in the industry's unpredictability, how AI tools transform operational efficiency and enable small businesses to scale without excessive headcount increases, and highlights persistence and learning from failures as crucial aspects of entrepreneurial success!   About Harish Abbott Harish Abbott is the Co-Founder and CEO of Augment, an AI-driven logistics platform transforming freight operations. In 2025, Augment secured $25 million in seed funding led by 8VC to develop its flagship product. Prior to launching Augment, Harish co-founded Deliverr, a fast-growing e-commerce fulfillment platform acquired by Shopify for $2.1 billion in 2022. His career includes pivotal roles at Amazon, where he contributed to building global fulfillment infrastructure. Harish holds degrees from the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and an MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business.   Connect with Harish Website: https://www.goaugment.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/habbott/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/habbott   

Sridhar Narayanan, a professor of marketing at Stanford Graduate School of Business, studies how small businesses operate and why they're so important, especially in the developing world. “Modernizing small businesses will have a profound impact on economies worldwide in many ways,” he says. In this episode of If/Then, Narayanan explains why so many retailers still rely on cash, how modernization can boost revenue, and what these patterns reveal about credit access, trust in institutions, and global economic development.Have you modernized a small business or did you choose to stick with what was already working? Tell us your story at ifthenpod@stanford.edu.This episode was recorded on November 5, 2024.Related Content:Sridhar Narayanan faculty profileUpgrades Can Help Mom-and-Pop Stores Compete with Big RetailFrom Instinct to Insight: Crafting an Intentional Sales StrategyWith “Retargeted” Advertising, Sooner Is Better Than LaterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This was new territory for me. It turns out that so many of the things that so many of the things taught in business school and sales workshops throughout that industry had their origins in the innovations that Mike brought to the industry. Before Mike's work, sales was always seen as "pitching products." Mike simple yet profound  innovation flipped that approach onto its head - successful sellers don't move products, they solve industry problems by helping workers find solutions.Mike Bosworth is well known throughout the business sales world as a trainer, speaker, and the author of best selling sales books Solution Selling: Creating Buyers in Difficult Selling Markets (McGraw-Hill, 1993), What Great Salespeople Do: The Science of Selling Through Emotional Connection and the Power of Story (McGraw-Hill, 2011) and co-author of CustomerCentric Selling (McGraw-Hill, 2003). Mike founded and grew one of the most successful virtual businesses in the B2B arena. After 10 years with Xerox Computer Services and one year with a software start-up, he founded Solution Selling® in 1983, began adding licensing his intellectual property to affiliates in 1988 and by the time he sold it in 1999, over 50 affiliates were contributing royalty income in excess of $2.8M annually. Mike began building Story Leaders™ as a framework for building emotional connection in 2008 and published a new book, What Great Salespeople Do, the Science of Selling Through Emotional Connection and the Power of Story in January, 2012. In January 2013, Mike founded Mike Bosworth Leadership. MBL currently has eight affiliates who sell and deliver his Story Seekers™ workshops.Bosworth has a degree in Business Management and Marketing from California State Polytechnic University. In addition to his keynote speaking for professional associations and major corporations, he has been a featured lecturer at the Stanford Graduate School of Business, The Stanford Program on Market Strategy for Technology-Based Companies, The American Marketing Association Customer Message Management Forums, The Anderson School Of Management At UCLA, the Paul Merage School of Business at UC Irvine, The University of Connecticut and Rollins College to name a few. He is certified (CMC) by the Institute of Management Consultants. Michael T. Bosworth is a cofounder of CustomerCentric Systems®, LLC. He has assisted clients in improving sales effectiveness and shaping customer experience since 1983

The Economist's Andrew Palmer seeks advice on managing your cognitive load, your career path and the changes that generative AI could bring. He gets tips from Cal Newport, an author and professor of computer science, on how to carve out time away from email; from Jeffery Pfeffer, of Stanford Graduate School of Business, on how to accumulate power; and from Reid Hoffman, LinkedIn's co-founder, on how to get ready for the era of AI.Boss Class season one is free for a limited time. Season two will appear weekly starting May 12th. To hear new episodes, subscribe to Economist Podcasts+. https://subscribenow.economist.com/podcasts-plusIf you're already a subscriber to The Economist, you have full access to all our shows as part of your subscription. For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Economist's Andrew Palmer seeks advice on managing your cognitive load, your career path and the changes that generative AI could bring. He gets tips from Cal Newport, an author and professor of computer science, on how to carve out time away from email; from Jeffery Pfeffer, of Stanford Graduate School of Business, on how to accumulate power; and from Reid Hoffman, LinkedIn's co-founder, on how to get ready for the era of AI.Boss Class season one is free for a limited time. Season two will appear weekly starting May 12th. To hear new episodes, subscribe to Economist Podcasts+. https://subscribenow.economist.com/podcasts-plusIf you're already a subscriber to The Economist, you have full access to all our shows as part of your subscription. For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account.

Join us as we talk to Eshwar K Vikas, the Co-founder of Beyond Appliances about their story.Eshwar holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from SRM University and later pursued Entrepreneurial Studies at the Stanford Graduate School of Business.He began his career as an Associate at Ichiban Consultants, followed by a role as Executive Assistant to the CEO of Amar Group. Eshwar is the CEO and Co-founder of Mukunda Foods, a company he has successfully led for the past 13 years.In 2024, he co-founded Beyond Appliances, marking his latest entrepreneurial venture.

In this all-Latino episode of the Latin Wealth Podcast, we take a break from the tariff talk to spotlight two powerful economic stories shaping the future of our community.First, we unpack new research from Stanford Graduate School of Business that reveals Latino entrepreneurs are not just surviving—they're thriving. Latino-owned businesses in the U.S. grew by 44% from 2018 to 2023, outpacing the national average. These businesses are expanding into new industries, embracing sustainability, adopting AI, and generating billions in economic impact. But access to funding still remains a major barrier. We explore what it will take to close the wealth gap and unlock the $1.1 trillion potential of Latino businesses.Next, we dive into a new bill introduced by Congresswoman Nydia Velázquez aimed at curbing crypto investors using Puerto Rico as a tax haven. With Act 60 drawing in high-net-worth crypto expats, critics say these policies are inflating housing prices and displacing local residents. We break down the tension between innovation and equity—and ask: Can economic incentives exist without exploitation?This episode is packed with game, insight, and critical conversation around ownership, investment, and the real drivers of Latino economic power. Whether you're a small business owner, policymaker, or crypto-curious, this episode will challenge how you think about wealth and community.Topics Covered:- Latino entrepreneurship data from Stanford- Why equitable funding access matters- AI, sustainability, and business innovation- Puerto Rico's tax policy and crypto migration#puertorico

In this episode, Former Divisional CFO at Citigroup, Roman Labutin, explores how transformational leadership is reshaping the role of the modern CFO. With a global career spanning the U.S., Korea, and beyond, Roman shares the leadership skills and qualities that matter most in today's complex business environment. Discover how finance leaders can align data-driven decision-making with people-first values, foster trust across cultures, and collaborate with HR to influence compensation, succession planning, and organizational strategy. Take 5 seconds and sign up for my free newsletter:https://www.cpoplaybook.com/newsletter. You'll get a short email from me with exclusive insights, expert tips, and actionable advice from top business leaders on how to transform your people strategy, and more. SHOW INSIGHTS: https://www.cpoplaybook.com/podcast/transformational-leadership-labutin CONTACT US: Share feedback: https://forms.gle/jBoWh8RmLph5Lo3H7 Sponsor us: https://forms.gle/d8Cb3hMM6LQ4cQdL8 Executive coaching or consulting services: https://www.cpoplaybook.com/contact-us Request Felicia as a Speaker: https://forms.gle/KaGQBtAzTv9tCYcM7 SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@feliciashakiba?sub_confirmation=1 ABOUT FELICIA SHAKIBA: Felicia Shakiba, CEO and Podcast Host at CPO PLAYBOOK, is an executive coach with over 20 years in people strategy, impacting over 200,000 employees globally. She is a Harvard Business Review Council Member, Studied at Stanford Graduate School of Business, and advises organizations in tech, healthcare, life sciences, finance, and more. Her podcast is a top ranking show worldwide. PODCAST LINKS: Website: https://www.cpoplaybook.com/podcast Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cpo-playbook-with-felicia-shakiba/id1692423879 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1wTqXXnFfD6vWaitS8iYBe RSS: https://feeds.megaphone.fm/cpoplaybook Podcast Playlist:  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0TewOJ3vwWFnPO_6cPX-EvNgYbn4cQXz CONNECT WITH FELICIA SHAKIBA: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/feliciashakiba YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@feliciashakiba X: https://x.com/FeliciaShakiba Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/feliciashakiba/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@feliciashakiba Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cpoplaybook

Only a third of the global population is financially literate. Why? Because most of us don't learn the basics of personal finance in school — or elsewhere. Treating financial literacy as an afterthought can have serious consequences, from personal calamities to economic crises, according to Annamaria Lusardi, a professor of finance and the director of the Initiative for Financial Decision-Making at Stanford Graduate School of Business. On this episode of If/Then, Lusardi makes the case for treating financial education like preventative care: essential, cost-effective, and an enormous opportunity to improve people's lives, boost workplace performance, and strengthen economic resilience. “We should learn about money as soon as possible,” Lusardi says. “As soon as the tooth fairy comes.”Where do you go for financial advice? Tell us more at ifthenpod@stanford.edu.This episode was recorded on November 5, 2024.Related Content:Annamaria Lusardi faculty profileOn a Mission to Teach the World the Basics of Personal FinanceSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to Grit & Growth's final episode. After five years and 90 episodes, we've asked four Stanford GSB professors who teach in the Seed Transformation Program to tell us what they've learned — about the grit of intrepid entrepreneurs working in emerging economies and the growth they've experienced in their own teaching.Jesper Sorensen, Baba Shiv, Jonathan Levav, and Sarah Soule are all Stanford Graduate School of Business professors who have also spent years with Seed teaching business leaders from nearly 30 countries to grow and scale their companies. Their reflections include key takeaways about the resilience, honesty, and heart required to overcome unique challenges and the joy in seeing them triumph. As teachers, these professors also know how to learn from their students. And they've incorporated many of those lessons in the MBA and Executive Education programs back at Stanford.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Robert Bendetti shares expert insights on how CFO-CPO collaboration is reshaping workforce planning and performance management. In this episode, he dives into how aligning finance and HR through incentive compensation management drives smarter decision-making, stronger talent retention, and improved business outcomes. Discover how data-driven planning, transparent incentive structures, and cross-functional leadership can foster agile, high-performing teams. Take 5 seconds and sign up for my free newsletter:https://www.cpoplaybook.com/newsletter. You'll get a short email from me with exclusive insights, expert tips, and actionable advice from top business leaders on how to transform your people strategy, and more. SHOW INSIGHTS: https://www.cpoplaybook.com/podcast/cfo-cpo-workforce-incentive-plan CONTACT US: Share feedback: https://forms.gle/jBoWh8RmLph5Lo3H7 Sponsor us: https://forms.gle/d8Cb3hMM6LQ4cQdL8 Executive coaching or consulting services: https://www.cpoplaybook.com/contact-us Request Felicia as a Speaker: https://forms.gle/KaGQBtAzTv9tCYcM7 SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@feliciashakiba?sub_confirmation=1 ABOUT FELICIA SHAKIBA: Felicia Shakiba, CEO and Podcast Host at CPO PLAYBOOK, is an executive coach with over 20 years in people strategy, impacting over 200,000 employees globally. She is a Harvard Business Review Council Member, Studied at Stanford Graduate School of Business, and advises organizations in tech, healthcare, life sciences, finance, and more. Her podcast is a top ranking show worldwide. PODCAST LINKS: Website: https://www.cpoplaybook.com/podcast Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cpo-playbook-with-felicia-shakiba/id1692423879 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1wTqXXnFfD6vWaitS8iYBe RSS: https://feeds.megaphone.fm/cpoplaybook Podcast Playlist:  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0TewOJ3vwWFnPO_6cPX-EvNgYbn4cQXz CONNECT WITH FELICIA SHAKIBA: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/feliciashakiba YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@feliciashakiba X: https://x.com/FeliciaShakiba Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/feliciashakiba/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@feliciashakiba Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cpoplaybook

In a candid conversation with Kailash Sundaram, MBA '25, Roelof Botha, MBA '00 — leader of one of the most influential venture capital firms in the world — reflects on his journey from South Africa to Sequoia Capital. From meeting his wife and partner Huifen Chan, MBA '00, at Stanford Graduate School of Business, to lessons about ambition and failure, Botha reflects on his life and career so far — and why he believes he's still “not at the top."See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

LIVE from Transform 2025! Daniel Chait is CEO & co-founder of Greenhouse, the fastest-growing enterprise Talent Acquisition Suite. Greenhouse helps thousands of companies around the world become great at hiring, by creating tools to help deliver exceptional candidate experiences; identify and attract top talent; make smarter hiring decisions; and drive continuous improvement in every aspect of the hiring process. Daniel has been a technology entrepreneur in New York for over 20 years. Before Greenhouse, he co-founded Lab49, a global firm providing technology consulting solutions for the world's leading investment banks. Daniel is a frequent speaker on the topics of recruiting and entrepreneurship. He is a frequent speaker and guest-lecturer at numerous venues including the Wharton Entrepreneurship Conference, Stanford Graduate School of Business, and the University of Michigan Center for Entrepreneurship. Adam and Daniel dig into: - What does it mean to be a competitive company? - Explaining the “Strong Yes” concept — what does that mean, where did it come from, how is it applied to the hiring process? - What does the future of hiring look like? - What keeps you up at night as a CEO? Connect with Daniel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dhchait/ Want to learn how today's top companies are winning the talent game? Tune in now and visit Greenhouse.com to transform the way you hire. Live from Transform 2025, we're bringing you an exclusive podcast series packed with insights from some of the brightest minds in hiring, talent strategy, and workforce transformation! In this series, we've got incredible guests from Okta, Tubi, Edelman, Greenhouse, Findem, and more, sharing how top organizations are rethinking hiring, culture, and talent acquisition in today's fast-changing world. Greenhouse combines a structured, data-driven hiring approach with AI-embedded workflows that empower recruiters to focus on strategic, high-impact work. From sourcing top talent to personalizing the candidate experience, Greenhouse streamlines and optimizes the entire hiring process. This ensures that every hire is the right hire—eliminating bias, creating fairness, and helping teams make smarter, faster decisions. Over 7,500 companies, including HubSpot, Duolingo, and J.D. Power, trust Greenhouse to build better teams and turn talent into a strategic advantage. Want to learn how today's top companies are winning the talent game? Tune in now and visit Greenhouse.com to transform the way you hire. Thanks for listening. Please follow us on Instagram @NHPTalent and X @AdamJPosner. Visit www.thePOZcast.com for all episodes

Venture capital firms notoriously embrace risk and take big swings, hoping that one startup will become a monster hit that pays for many other failed investments. This VC approach scares established companies, but it shouldn't. Stanford Graduate School of Business professor Ilya Strebulaev says that VC firms have proven best practices that all leaders should apply in their own companies. He explains exactly how VC's operationalize risk, embrace disagreement over consensus, and stay agile in their decision-making—all valuable lessons that apply outside of Silicon Valley. With author Alex Dang, Strebulaev cowrote the new book The Venture Mindset: How to Make Smarter Bets and Achieve Extraordinary Growth and the HBR article “Make Decisions with a VC Mindset.” Key episode topics include: HBR On Strategy curates the best case studies and conversations with the world's top business and management experts, to help you unlock new ways of doing business. New episodes every week. · Listen to the full HBR IdeaCast episode: What Venture Capitalists Can Teach Companies About Decision-Making· Find more episodes of HBR IdeaCast· Discover 100 years of Harvard Business Review articles, case studies, podcasts, and more at HBR.org]]>

Andrea Iorio shares expert insights on how AI is transforming hiring, leadership, and talent development. In this episode, he explores whether businesses should prioritize industry expertise or professionals skilled in AI-driven decision-making. Discover why AI literacy is now essential, how to balance human and technical skills, and why critical thinking remains crucial in an AI-powered workplace. From HR automation to leadership strategies, Andrea shares actionable insights to help organizations future-proof their teams. Take 5 seconds and sign up for my free newsletter:https://www.cpoplaybook.com/newsletter. You'll get a short email from me with exclusive insights, expert tips, and actionable advice from top business leaders on how to transform your people strategy, and more. SHOW INSIGHTS: https://www.cpoplaybook.com/podcast/ai-in-the-workplace CONTACT US: Share feedback: https://forms.gle/jBoWh8RmLph5Lo3H7 Sponsor us: https://forms.gle/d8Cb3hMM6LQ4cQdL8 Executive coaching or consulting services: https://www.cpoplaybook.com/contact-us Request Felicia as a Speaker: https://forms.gle/KaGQBtAzTv9tCYcM7 SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@feliciashakiba?sub_confirmation=1 ABOUT FELICIA SHAKIBA: Felicia Shakiba, CEO and Podcast Host at CPO PLAYBOOK, is an executive coach with over 20 years in people strategy, impacting over 200,000 employees globally. She is a Harvard Business Review Council Member, Studied at Stanford Graduate School of Business, and advises organizations in tech, healthcare, life sciences, finance, and more. Her podcast is a top ranking show worldwide. PODCAST LINKS: Website: https://www.cpoplaybook.com/podcast Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cpo-playbook-with-felicia-shakiba/id1692423879 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1wTqXXnFfD6vWaitS8iYBe RSS: https://feeds.megaphone.fm/cpoplaybook Podcast Playlist:  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0TewOJ3vwWFnPO_6cPX-EvNgYbn4cQXz CONNECT WITH FELICIA SHAKIBA: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/feliciashakiba YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@feliciashakiba X: https://x.com/FeliciaShakiba Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/feliciashakiba/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@feliciashakiba Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cpoplaybook

Susan Athey, the Economics of Technology Professor at Stanford Graduate School of Business and founding director of the Golub Capital Social Impact Lab, studies the impact of technological innovations on workers, businesses, and society. Will the world's economies successfully adapt to a future defined by artificial intelligence? On this episode, Athey shares what the stories of 22,000 laid-off workers in Sweden can tell us about who recovers from economic turmoil, how small design changes and product features can have outsize societal impact, and how AI could transform the way we work, from hiring to healthcare. What's the best way to build a future that effectively integrates AI and supports workers? Tell us more at ifthenpod@stanford.edu.This episode was recorded on December 16, 2024. Related Content:Susan Athey faculty profileA Low-Cost, Scalable Way to Get More Women Into TechA.I. Can Help “Personalize” Policies to Reach the Right PeopleA/B Testing Gets an Upgrade for the Digital AgeEast Brother Light StationChapters(00:00:00) - Modernizing a 150 Year Old Lighthouse(00:03:05) - Adapting to Advancing Technology(00:04:20) - Impact of Mass Layoffs(00:06:16) - Low-Cost Scalable Solutions(00:13:37) - AI's Role in the Future of Work(00:19:45) - Managing Transitions in the Job MarketSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Our guest today is Anat Admati, professor of Finance and Economics at Stanford Graduate School of Business and co-author of The Bankers' New Clothes. In this episode, she takes a critical look at trust in powerful institutions—arguing that, when misplaced, trust can be not only naive but dangerous. Anat explains that much of the financial system operates on the illusion of oversight and accountability. While many believe that governments, regulators, and boards are safeguarding the public interest, the reality is often one of regulatory capture, corporate self-interest, and systemic opacity. She challenges listeners to rethink assumptions about “checks and balances” in modern capitalism. She also reflects on the role of academics and public intellectuals in holding power to account. While research often stays behind paywalls or within elite circles, Admati calls on scholars to engage more directly with public discourse—and describes the resistance they often face when challenging the status quo. The conversation covers trust, leadership, corporate governance, and the failures of financial reform. Anat argues that effective change requires more than technical fixes—it requires moral courage, transparency, and a willingness to challenge institutional convenience.

Join us as we dive into the power of online communities with Maayan, Founder of Community Launchpad. Learn how to build wealth from nothing by fostering engagement, brand loyalty, and authentic connections. Maayan shares expert insights on leveraging social media, content strategies, and community-driven marketing to fuel sustainable business growth. Discover how online communities can help you connect with your audience, drive innovation, and create lasting impact. Take 5 seconds and sign up for my free newsletter:https://www.cpoplaybook.com/newsletter. You'll get a short email from me with exclusive insights, expert tips, and actionable advice from top business leaders on how to transform your people strategy, and more. SHOW INSIGHTS: https://www.cpoplaybook.com/podcast/build-wealth-online-communities CONTACT US: Share feedback: https://forms.gle/jBoWh8RmLph5Lo3H7 Sponsor us: https://forms.gle/d8Cb3hMM6LQ4cQdL8 Executive coaching or consulting services: https://www.cpoplaybook.com/contact-us Request Felicia as a Speaker: https://forms.gle/KaGQBtAzTv9tCYcM7 SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@feliciashakiba?sub_confirmation=1 ABOUT FELICIA SHAKIBA: Felicia Shakiba, CEO and Podcast Host at CPO PLAYBOOK, is an executive coach with over 20 years in people strategy, impacting over 200,000 employees globally. She is a Harvard Business Review Council Member, Studied at Stanford Graduate School of Business, and advises organizations in tech, healthcare, life sciences, finance, and more. Her podcast is a top ranking show worldwide. PODCAST LINKS: Website: https://www.cpoplaybook.com/podcast Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cpo-playbook-with-felicia-shakiba/id1692423879 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1wTqXXnFfD6vWaitS8iYBe RSS: https://feeds.megaphone.fm/cpoplaybook Podcast Playlist:  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0TewOJ3vwWFnPO_6cPX-EvNgYbn4cQXz CONNECT WITH FELICIA SHAKIBA: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/feliciashakiba YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@feliciashakiba X: https://x.com/FeliciaShakiba Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/feliciashakiba/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@feliciashakiba Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cpoplaybook

Mastering cold emails is a superpower—one that can unlock dream investors, top-tier hires, and world-class mentors. The most successful founders craft messages that break through the noise and create opportunities. In this episode, Heidi shares the proven strategies she teaches at the Stanford Graduate School of Business to help you master the art of impactful outreach.  More information: https://www.threshold.vc/podcast/the-art-of-the-cold-email

Expanding globally while staying locally relevant is a challenge many businesses face. In this episode, Hasan Kazmi, Visa's Head of FinTech and Technology Accounts and Ventures, shares how the "Global Expansion, Local Execution" strategy helps companies adapt global strategies to fit local markets, cultures, and regulations. He highlights the importance of trust, adaptability, and empowering local teams to drive success. Tune in to learn how businesses can navigate global growth while staying deeply connected to local audiences. Take 5 seconds and sign up for my free newsletter:https://www.cpoplaybook.com/newsletter. You'll get a short email from me with exclusive insights, expert tips, and actionable advice from top business leaders on how to transform your people strategy, and more. SHOW INSIGHTS: https://www.cpoplaybook.com/podcast/hasan-local-adaption-global-expansion-tips CONTACT US: Share feedback: https://forms.gle/jBoWh8RmLph5Lo3H7 Sponsor us: https://forms.gle/d8Cb3hMM6LQ4cQdL8 Executive coaching or consulting services: https://www.cpoplaybook.com/contact-us Request Felicia as a Speaker: https://forms.gle/KaGQBtAzTv9tCYcM7 SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@feliciashakiba?sub_confirmation=1 ABOUT FELICIA SHAKIBA: Felicia Shakiba, CEO and Podcast Host at CPO PLAYBOOK, is an executive coach with over 20 years in people strategy, impacting over 200,000 employees globally. She is a Harvard Business Review Council Member, Studied at Stanford Graduate School of Business, and advises organizations in tech, healthcare, life sciences, finance, and more. Her podcast is a top ranking show worldwide. PODCAST LINKS: Website: https://www.cpoplaybook.com/podcast Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cpo-playbook-with-felicia-shakiba/id1692423879 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1wTqXXnFfD6vWaitS8iYBe RSS: https://feeds.megaphone.fm/cpoplaybook Podcast Playlist:  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0TewOJ3vwWFnPO_6cPX-EvNgYbn4cQXz CONNECT WITH FELICIA SHAKIBA: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/feliciashakiba YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@feliciashakiba X: https://x.com/FeliciaShakiba Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/feliciashakiba/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@feliciashakiba Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cpoplaybook

Brian Lowery, the Walter Kenneth Kilpatrick Professor of Organizational Behavior at Stanford Graduate School of Business and the author of Selfless: The Social Creation of You, argues that identity is about much more than external characteristics, family history, or the collection of experiences that compose the chronology of our lives. In fact, Lowery argues, our identities are constantly being formed, shifted, and even co-created — by the people around us. In this episode, Lowery breaks down how leaders, colleagues, and even casual acquaintances influence the people we are continually becoming — and why recognizing this can change our lives and how we experience the people we know. Understanding this social conception of the self helps us effectively navigate challenges at home and in the workplace, strengthen key relationships, and even bridge political divides.“All these constraints that you feel, maybe those are imaginary,” Lowery says. “The world opens to you, I think, if you believe this, but that is also what's terrifying about it. What's exciting is what's terrifying.”Has someone in your life changed how you see yourself? Tell us more at ifthenpod@stanford.edu.Related Content:Brian Lowery faculty profileA Provocative Theory of Identity Finds There is No “You” in SelfLet's Make a Deal: Negotiation Tips from the ExpertsQuick Thinks: How Others Define UsJanet VarneyChapters:(00:00:00) - Improv is a Team Sport(00:04:20) - Rethinking the Self(00:05:16) - Leadership and Influence(00:07:30) - The Leadership Experiment(00:11:55) - Trust in the Workplace(00:14:24) - Polarization and Social Identity(00:18:33) - The Influence of Proximity(00:20:55) - Changing Identities(00:24:38) - ConclusionThis conversation was recorded on November 13, 2024.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How to craft communication that your audience will remember.Why do some messages stick, while others go in one ear and out the other? When it comes to crafting memorable communication, Ada Aka says not all verbiage is created equal. “Certain words are intrinsically more memorable than others,” says Aka, an assistant professor of marketing at Stanford Graduate School of Business. In her research of consumer behavior and decision-making, she's uncovered how language shapes not just our perception of the world, “but how the world stays with us over time." From concrete terms to emotionally charged ones, certain words have more staying power than others, and to communicators who want to capture audiences (and keep them), she says, “Carefully chosen words, they're going to be taking the attention.”In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Aka joins Matt Abrahams to explore the science of memorable communication. From creating brand slogans that stick to choosing words that align with your message, she reveals how to create communication that won't be forgotten.Episode Reference Links:Ada AkaEp.80 Magic Words: Change What You Say to Inspire and Influence Others Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedInChapters:(00:00) - Introduction (02:05) - The Power of Words in Memory (03:45) - What Makes Words Memorable? (06:04) - Informal and Conversational Language (07:38) - AI & Memory (09:34) - Memorable Slogans (11:26) - Predicting Memorability: Why We Get It Wrong (13:15) - Framing in Communication (15:24) - Creating Meaningful Interactions (17:34) - The Final Three Questions (22:21) - Conclusion  ********Become a Faster Smarter Supporter by joining TFTS Premium. 

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Summary:  Personalization has reshaped nearly every industry, turning one-size-fits-all solutions into tailored experiences. Think self-serve kiosks in fast food or streaming algorithms curating content just for you—consumers now expect products to adapt to them, not the other way around. In the health and fitness space, where no two people share the same habits, goals, or motivations, personalization is crucial to progress. So why hasn't mass personalization taken hold in the space? Because it takes more than just offering choices—it requires an approach that adapts in real time and integrates seamlessly into people's lives. Today's guest is leading this shift, using cutting-edge innovation to make personalized health and fitness more accessible than ever. Today, we're sitting down with Kevin Duffy, CEO of iFIT, the global leader in connected fitness. Kevin is a seasoned executive with experience leading both private equity-backed and public consumer-branded technology companies.  Some of Kevin's core strengths include steering organizations through transformative organic growth, completing integrated accretive acquisitions, and delivering superior investor returns. Kevin holds a Bachelor of Economics from Princeton University and an MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business.  In this episode, Kevin unpacks how iFIT is revolutionizing connected fitness by making mass personalization a reality. He discusses the technology driving adaptive workout experiences, the role of data in shaping individualized fitness journeys, and why the future of health and wellness hinges on meeting people where they are. Highlights:Kevin describes the path to his current role at iFIT (2:57)What iFIT is and what makes their technology and software unique (4:41)The importance of customization and personalization in health and wellness (7:11)iFIT's unique habit-forming AI software (9:00)Kevin discusses the recent NordicTrack partnership (11:03)Business scale and prospects for continued international expansion (12:53)Kevin walks us through iFIT's recent software updates and advancements (15:18)How user data helps enhance iFIT products (18:01)The management team and company culture at iFIT (19:15)Major fitness trends to watch in 2025 (20:45)How iFIT balances innovation with investment (24:10)Goals for the future (26:03)Links:Kevin Duffy on LinkedIniFIT on LinkedIniFIT WebsiteICR on LinkedIn ICR on XICR Website Feedback:If you have questions about the show, or have a topic in mind you'd like discussed in future episodes, email our producer, marion@lowerstreet.co.

“‘To whom much is given, much is expected.' …  That is the core of our Christian belief.” “I hope that people who are both patriotic and Christian are not being painted with a broad brush.” (Condoleezza Rice, from this episode) In this episode, Condoleezza Rice joins Mark Labberton to discuss the state of US foreign and domestic policy in light of Christian moral convictions. Secretary Rice served as the 66th US Secretary of State under President George W. Bush, has been on the faculty of Stanford University since 1981, and is currently the director of the Hoover Institution. Together they discuss: The state of US foreign policy and international relations How to think about American involvement in global politics The importance of US foreign assistance American patriotism and Christian devotion And Condoleezza Rice's prayers for American leaders right now: discernment, judgment, compassion, and policy that reflects the dignity of all human beings. About Condoleezza Rice Condoleezza Rice is the Tad and Dianne Taube Director of the Hoover Institution and the Thomas and Barbara Stephenson Senior Fellow on Public Policy. She is the Denning Professor in Global Business and the Economy at the Stanford Graduate School of Business. In addition, she is a founding partner of Rice, Hadley, Gates & Manuel, LLC, an international strategic consulting firm. From January 2005 to January 2009, Rice served as the 66th Secretary of State of the United States, the second woman and first black woman to hold the post. Rice also served as President George W. Bush's Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs (National Security Advisor) from January 2001 to January 2005, the first woman to hold the position. Rice served as Stanford University's provost from 1993 to 1999, during which time she was the institution's chief budget and academic officer. As professor of political science, she has been on the Stanford faculty since 1981 and has won two of the university's highest teaching honors. From February 1989 through March 1991, Rice served on President George H.W. Bush's National Security Council staff. She served as director, then senior director, of Soviet and East European Affairs, as well as Special Assistant to the President for National Security. In 1986, while an International Affairs Fellow of the Council on Foreign Relations, Rice also served as Special Assistant to the Director of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. For more information, visit her profile at the Hoover Institution. Show Notes The state of US international relations “ The beginning of any administration is a bit chaotic” “I continue to hope that we will find a way to help Ukraine so that Vladimir Putin doesn't benefit from the aggression that he committed.” “The United States will undoubtedly play a different role. … That is the outcome of what's been eighty years of post World War II American engagement. … And so we need to ask, what are our values? What are our interests? And I think we're going to, we're going to see a good, solid American role in foreign policy.” Is the world order in the process of receiving a shock treatment? “ We really do need to rebuild our defense industrial base.” USAID: “ I'm a great believer that foreign assistance is one of the important tools in our toolkit of foreign policy.” “ I actually am one who believes that the absorption of USAID into the State Department is the right answer.” On US foreign assistance “A lot of what we do is purely humanitarian, purely life saving. We should. Just do that. Some of what we do is also strategic. What countries do we help to develop to be less fragile so that they don't become hubs for terrorism? …  And sometimes our assistance is to stabilize places in the world so that we don't face a security problem down the road.” Developing infrastructure “Am I patriotic? Do I love my country? Am I a nationalist? Absolutely. Am I Christian? Yes. And so I hope that people who are both patriotic and Christian are not being painted with a broad crust.” “But if we think about what it means to be Christian, it means to care about every human being, because every human being is created in the image of the Lord, and therefore every human being has worth.” “One of the closing comments from President Bush was, ‘To whom much is given, much is expected. …  that is the core of our Christian belief.” What is  the state of the Christian influence in American politics and life? Emulating the early church in establishing orphanages and hospitals, “and  to be a voice on behalf of those who are dispossessed.” Religious Freedom “When I was secretary of state, not because I was Christian, but because I was secretary of state, I would take a list of religious objectors with me to countries like China.” “The evangelical church has been very involved in human trafficking issues. We actually do have a problem of modern slavery.” “The church has a lot of potential to be a really good force in the world.” Condoleeza Rice's most passionate prayers for the nation and the world right now “My most passionate prayer is that our leaders would have—and I actually pray this prayer— that they would have judgment and discernment, that they would have compassion, that they would lead from a position of knowing how much America has, and that they would understand that our role in the world derives from our universal belief in human freedom and that it is the only way that human beings have the dignity that they should have as having been created by God.” “I think one of the reasons we've had a bit of a backlash against some foreign assistance is that people wonder, ‘Well, are you thinking about Americans in the same way?'” Production Credits Conversing is produced and distributed in partnership with Comment magazine and Fuller Seminary.

My guest for Episode #299 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Luis Velasquez, an executive coach in Silicon Valley and a Stanford Graduate School of Business facilitator. He's also the founder of Velas Consulting. Episode page with video, transcript, and more Once a university professor and research scientist, Luis helps mid-level managers to C-suite executives around the world learn, adapt, grow, and thrive by helping them how to reframe their challenges and take the most beneficial next step.  His new book, available now, is Ordinary Resilience: Rethinking How Effective Leaders Adapt And Thrive. Luis is a contributor to Harvard Business Review and Fast Company, and was featured in best-selling author Dorie Clark's book, The Long Game. An avid endurance athlete, he runs marathons, ultra marathons, and ironman triathlons.  In today's episode, Luis shares his journey from being a university professor and research scientist to becoming a trusted leadership coach in Silicon Valley and a facilitator for the Stanford Graduate School of Business. Luis discusses his new book, Ordinary Resilience: Rethinking How Effective Leaders Adapt and Thrive, and outlines his unique resilience formula—commitment plus persistence multiplied by optimism. He explains that resilience isn't about bouncing back but about unlocking the inherent ability to adapt and thrive by continuously reframing challenges and learning from experiences. Luis also opens up about a significant mistake in his coaching career. He recounts a time when he delivered 360-degree feedback in a way that was too direct and decontextualized, which led a client to become defensive and ultimately resulted in his contract being terminated. This experience taught him the importance of providing feedback within the context of an individual's aspirations and personal growth, rather than simply relaying raw perceptions. The conversation further explores his approach to transforming challenging personalities—like the so-called “brilliant jerks”—into effective leaders, and how embracing and learning from mistakes is key to unlocking resilience and driving both personal and professional growth. Questions and Topics: How long is an ultramarathon compared to a standard 26.1-mile marathon? Given your diverse career, what is your favorite mistake—and what did you learn from it? Should we express our degree of certainty when stating facts? How do you define resilience in leadership? How do you identify and connect with high-value, challenging employees—is it via referrals or direct outreach? How often do you coach not only the “brilliant jerk” but also intervene with their teams? What role does fear play as a catalyst for growth—is it simply about reframing it? Have you observed leaders effectively fostering optimism among their teams? What does “embrace the suck” mean to you, and why is it a pivotal concept in your book?

Secrets from the massively popular Stanford business school course on interpersonal hygiene.   Carole Robin and David Bradford taught the most popular elective course at the Stanford Graduate School of Business for a combined total of 75 years. Officially, the name of the course is Interpersonal Dynamics, but everybody calls it “Touchy-Feely.” Together they have written the new book, Connect: Building Exceptional Relationships with Family, Friends, and Colleagues.   We dive into the six hallmarks of what they call “exceptional relationships,” how to be honest and vulnerable without overdoing it, why the questions “how am I feeling?” and “how are you feeling?” are central to improving our communication, the inevitability of risk when you set out to deepen a relationship, and why meditation is helpful in all of this.   This episode originally aired in 2021.   Sign up for Dan's newsletter here Follow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTok Ten Percent Happier online bookstore Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Our favorite playlists on: Anxiety, Sleep, Relationships, Most Popular Episodes   Additional Resources:  Brené Brown https://connectandrelate.com/  

Michele Gelfand (Professor of Organizational Behavior at the Stanford Graduate School of Business and a Professor of Psychology by Courtesy at Stanford University) joins host Ron Steslow to discuss culture, social norms, and her book Rule Makers, Rule Breakers: How Tight and Loose Cultures Wire Our World  (01:46) Why she decided to study culture  (04:34) What are tight and loose cultures (06:12) Why tight and loose cultures evolve (10:38) The tradeoffs between tight and loose and how different cultures responded to the Covid pandemic (16:19) Tightness-looseness and willingness to change (19:57) Red and Blue vs Tight and Loose  (30:36) Tightening around core values, even in loose cultures (34:56) Real and manufactured threats  (44:15) How we we can put this framework into action  You should read Rule Makers, Rule Breakers: https://amzn.to/3Qy8DQc Follow Michele and Ron on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MicheleJGelfand https://twitter.com/RonSteslow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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From kindergarten through university, teachers always called on Matt Abrahams first because his last name came first alphabetically. This forced him to think on his feet regularly and, over time, shaped him into a master of spontaneous communication. In this episode, Matt shares practical tips for speaking confidently on the spot as an entrepreneur, managing anxiety, and mastering techniques for effective small talk, networking, and negotiation. In this episode, Hala and Matt will discuss:  (00:00) Introduction (01:35) Why Public Speaking Terrifies Most  (02:31) How We Communicate: Then vs. Now (05:42) The Key to Navigating Small Talk (10:04) Embracing Mediocrity to Communicate Like a Pro (13:25) The 6 Steps to Thinking Faster, Talking Smarter (15:42) Managing Anxiety in Critical Moments (25:16) Balancing Active Listening and Sharing (29:44) Structures for Speaking Spontaneously (38:22) The Impact of Using Fewer Words (40:11) Reading the Room and Winning Negotiations (45:06) Networking with Confidence (49:20) How Body Language Amplifies Your Message Matt Abrahams is a lecturer at the Stanford Graduate School of Business, where he teaches Strategic Communication and Effective Virtual Presenting. He is the author of Speaking Up Without Freaking Out and Think Faster, Talk Smarter, and hosts the popular Think Fast, Talk Smart podcast. Matt has helped individuals deliver impactful presentations, from IPO roadshows to Nobel Prize speeches, TED Talks, and World Economic Forum sessions. He also consults for the United Nations and advises Fortune 100 companies. Connect with Matt: Website: mattabrahams.com  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/maabrahams  TikTok: tiktok.com/@thinkfasttalksmart  Facebook: facebook.com/stanfordgsb  Instagram: instagram.com/stanfordgsb  Sponsored By: OpenPhone - Get 20% off 6 months at https://www.openphone.com/PROFITING  Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://www.youngandprofiting.co/shopify Airbnb - Your home might be worth more than you think. Find out how much at https://www.airbnb.com/host Rocket Money - Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to https://www.rocketmoney.com/profiting Indeed - Get a $75 job credit at indeed.com/profiting    Resources Mentioned: Matt's Book, Think Faster, Talk Smarter: amzn.to/3PyVXtS  Matt's Podcast, Think Fast, Talk Smart: fastersmarter.io Top Tools and Products of the Month: youngandprofiting.com/deals More About Young and Profiting Download Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com Get Sponsorship Deals - youngandprofiting.com/sponsorships Leave a Review -  ratethispodcast.com/yap Watch Videos - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting   Follow Hala Taha LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ TikTok - tiktok.com/@yapwithhala Twitter - twitter.com/yapwithhala   Learn more about YAP Media's Services - yapmedia.io