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December 3, 2015
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How to Create a Better Board of Directors

A serial board member explains why even young companies need strong directors.
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November 30, 2015
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DoorDash CEO: Solving Problems of Time-Starved People

The food delivery startup looks to expand beyond the edible.
Tony Xu | Courtesy photo
November 25, 2015
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How Our Self-Control Affects the Way We See Risk

Research shows that people with low self-control tend to underplay the negative consequences of their decisions.
A man smokes a cigarette outside a building in Wynwood, a Miami neighborhood transformed by an influx of artists and visionary real estate developers | Reuters/Andrew Innerarity
November 18, 2015
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How to Split Equity Among Company Founders

Putting value on the roles of company partners can get personal.
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November 3, 2015
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A Film Explores What it Means to Be a Man

The dominant culture of masculinity in America encourages men to hide their pain.
A picture of a young boy learning to box | Reuters/Claudia Daut
October 29, 2015
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What Is It Like to Be Owned by Warren Buffett?

A new survey reveals Berkshire’s management style.
Illustration of Warren Buffett | Vivienne Flesher
October 26, 2015
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How the Habitat for Humanity CEO Moved Beyond Houses

During his tenure, Jonathan Reckford has pushed the nonprofit into advocacy, disaster relief, and sustainability.
Habitat CEO Jonathan Reckford helps build a home in Atlanta, Georgia. | Courtesy
October 19, 2015
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An Entrepreneur Finds that Scarcity is a Great Teacher

Bootstrapping a startup can make you scrappy and creative.
A hand holding a pencil - with "ideas" showing behind it. | iStock/Marvid
October 14, 2015
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Edward Fenster: Operate Out of Your Comfort Zone

The co-founder of Sunrun discusses winning over regulators, and lessons learned.
A man on a tightwire | iStock/JDawnInk
October 6, 2015
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Stanford GSB Welcomes New Faculty to Enrich, Broaden its Educational Experience

New faculty and lecturers offer unique perspectives and experience to augment program offerings.
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October 2, 2015
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Corvette Chief Engineer on Why You Won’t See a Self-Driving Sports Car

With 37 years at GM, Tadge Juechter offers a long-view perspective on the auto industry.
Tadge Juechter, Corvette's chief engineer. | Andrew Trahan Photography
September 25, 2015
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What it Takes to be a Search Fund Entrepreneur

Acquiring an existing company has lower risks than starting your own business.
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September 23, 2015
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Emrecan Dogan: “Success Is the Product of Constant Reiteration”

The CEO of ScoreBeyond explains how entrepreneurs must rewire their brains.
A student taking a standardized test.
September 18, 2015
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The “Wild West” of Innovation is Hotter Than Ever

How to become part of the future of the Internet of Things.
Illustration of the Internet of Things | iStock/DrAfter123
September 16, 2015
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Ai Chloe Chien: “I Never Wanted to Be an Entrepreneur”

Company founder targets diseases through cooking schools.
Chef uses a knife to slice vegetables on a cutting board. | iStock/Chris Gramly
September 2, 2015
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How to Make Government Work More Attractive

Vetor Brasil matches leaders with opportunities in the public sector.
A man looking at graffiti | Reuters/Nacho Doce
September 1, 2015
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Brian Helmick: Tips for Creating a Profitable Startup

If you’re not ready to be uncomfortable, you’re not ready to be an entrepreneur.
A man shooting lots of arrow at a target, and missing.
August 21, 2015
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An Organization Builds a Technological Bridge Between Parents and Teachers

An innovator looks outside the classroom to reduce the educational achievement gap.
Mother helps daughter with homework during breakfast
August 20, 2015
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Dennis Yang: “Learn to Manage Your Own Psychology”

The founder of educational technology firm Udemy discusses the importance of focus, support networks, and a strong company culture.
Dennis Yang | Courtesy
August 17, 2015
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Five Strategies for Making a Career Pivot

Business Talent Group CEO Jody Greenstone Miller explains how to build your knowledge and leverage your strengths.
An illustration of a hand holding a compass | iStock/Hong Li
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December 8, 2015
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Stanford’s Business School Tells M.B.A.s to Wait on Startups

The Wall Street Journal|As colleges and M.B.A. programs tout entrepreneurship education, some want fledgling founders to focus on classes, not companies.
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November 18, 2015
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Salaries Up Among Stanford MBA Class of 2015

The 2015 Employment Report points to bright prospects and all-time high salaries for the Stanford MBA Class of 2015.
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