In this special 150th episode of ‘Think Fast, Talk Smart,’ host Matt Abrahams and lecturer Shawon Jackson, MBA ’21, explore some of their favorite pieces of #communication advice — from the classroom and around the world. stanford.io/3yZhxmC

“I’m very direct. I don’t believe in playing games, going around people, and being passive-aggressive,” says Stanford fellow Susan Rice in this episode of ‘Think Fast, Talk Smart.’ #communication stanford.io/3MtfmL5

Culture plays a huge role in organizational success. But according to Professor Michele Gelfand, too few business leaders pay this “invisible force” the attention it deserves. stanford.io/3XaPNDl

Everybody loves a good price promotion. According to Associate Professor Szu-chi Huang, elementary school kids at snack time are no exception. #marketing #healthcare stanford.io/4e6JDep

How did a social networking site become the most powerful political tool on earth? Listen to this case study exploring Facebook’s global influence on society and democracy. stanford.io/4e8J1Fo

Culture shapes how people within an organization behave and ultimately, how the business performs. Professor Michele Gelfand shares her tips for honing organizational culture in this episode of ‘Grit & Growth.’ stanford.io/3XayKRT

If you want to do well for yourself and do good for the world, “There is no better career than working to address climate change,” says Caleb Cunningham, MS/MBA student. #climate bit.ly/3MqWc8C

Apps provide a lot of value to consumers, but since most are free, they’re ignored in calculations of GDP. Professor Erik Brynjolfsson thinks it’s time for a new way of measuring of the value of #digital goods and services. stanford.io/4cX0Aas

Skills and experience are critical in a CEO, but this study by Professor Charles O’Reilly finds something just as important — personality. stanford.io/3TfekWZ

Picking a new CEO? Professor Charles O’Reilly says, “Skill sets and experience are important, but it’s also probably worthwhile thinking about what the personality of the individual is.” stanford.io/3AOKe6c

Research by emeritus faculty member David F. Larcker finds that most handpicked successors at large companies underperformed the S&P 500. bit.ly/3X8Nn8y

Why do some pro sports teams score consistent wins, season after season? As Professor George Foster finds, the secret lies not just with the players in uniforms, but those in suits. #sportsmanagement stanford.io/4cVYozM

“All children are born with empathy and compassion,” says Rahul Adhikari, MBA ’23. He believes education systems are replacing that compassion with competition. bit.ly/4d0begE

To lead others effectively, you’ve got to be a good communicator. For Stanford president Jon Levin, that entails a three-part recipe of “clarity, connection, [and] inspiration.” stanford.io/3ZaZkwQ

“Communication is about connecting with people, establishing shared humanity, motivating them, inspiring them,” says new Stanford president Jon Levin on this episode of ‘Think Fast, Talk Smart.’ stanford.io/3X5YjDC

“Taking a broader look at bank assets, including loans and other items, even after impending rate cuts U.S. banks may be sitting on unrealized losses of $800 billion to $1.2 trillion.” Professor Amit Seru on the recent interest rate cuts. The Wall Street Journal on.wsj.com/3B0gtPM

Getting hired isn’t just about experience or credentials. As LinkedIn’s Andrew Seaman shares on this episode of ‘Think Fast, Talk Smart,’ it’s about communicating who you are and what you do. stanford.io/3Xyja4d

Corporate America has emphasized its commitment to DEI, yet Professor David Larcker finds that many firms are “diversity washing” — misrepresenting diversity initiatives to gloss over actual diversity data. stanford.io/4edGHg2

As more and more companies talk the DEI talk, new research by Professor David Larcker finds that few of them actually take the actions to back it up. stanford.io/3XvUGs2

As millions of dollars pour into this election cycle, new research by Associate Professor Greg Buchak reveals the surprising benefits of unlimited campaign spending. stanford.io/3Xyl2Kf