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February 17, 2016
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Are CEOs Overpaid?

A new survey shows Americans find flaws with executive compensation.
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February 28, 2016
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Andy Katz-Mayfield: “90% of Success is Execution”

The founder of a razor company discusses presistence, roadblocks and remaining steady.
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January 6, 2016
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Jennifer Aaker: Why It Matters to Have Purpose in Your Life

People work harder if they feel that what they are doing has meaning.
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February 24, 2016
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How a 93-Year-Old Media Company Keeps the Magic Alive

The COO of Walt Disney Company focuses on customer experience to inspire innovation.
Organizational Behavior Leadership Management

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January 29, 2016
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How to Manage Your Anxiety When Presenting

Do you get nervous speaking in public? Learn how to mitigate your fear.
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January 27, 2016
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Who Runs Silicon Valley Boards?

It’s an insular group, but with a couple surprises.
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Renee James: When You Should Turn Down the Money

The former Intel president talks dollars, risk, and the rewards of bidirectional mentorship.
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Baba Shiv: Failure is the Mother of Innovation

Startups may embrace the “fail-fast” mantra, but many leaders are risk-adverse.
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Andy Katz-Mayfield: “90% of Success is Execution”

The founder of a razor company discusses presistence, roadblocks and remaining steady.
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How a 93-Year-Old Media Company Keeps the Magic Alive

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Are CEOs Overpaid?

A new survey shows Americans find flaws with executive compensation.
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Manoj Leelanivas: “Know Your Blind Spots”

What the CEO of a cyber security firm has learned from fighting the bad guys.
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American Airlines CEO: Think Like a Startup

Doug Parker talks risks, relationships, and rewards as the head of a $42.7 billion company.
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Business of Love: Three Dating App Founders Talk Trends in Online Matchmaking

Love is serious business. These entrepreneurs explain why.
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Political Machinations: How Candidates Cater to — and Shape — Public Opinion

Four Stanford GSB professors show how our elected officials win over voters.
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