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Jul 2022
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62. Rethinks: Summer Learning Series, Ho...

Matt Abrahams, Think Fast Talk Smart
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In the kickoff to our Summer Learning Series, we're revisiting one of our favorite episodes. This interview features Stanford GSB faculty members Jennifer Aaker and Naomi Bagdonas and gives specific insights into how humor can transform your communication at home and at work. At the time of this episode, their book Humor, Seriously was just set to launch.


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