Jan 21
When Leading a Global Team, Don’t Leave Connection to Chance
Leading a team that spans countries and time zones brings communication challenges that go far beyond working remotely. Tsedal Neeley, a professor at Harvard Business School, explains why global teams are especially vulnerable to misunderstandings and why leaders often don’t real ... Show More
18m 34s
Jan 7
How to Strengthen Your Focus When Demands Never Let Up
If you’re feeling distracted, mentally fogged, and unable to pay attention to the task at hand, you’re not alone. The human brain is highly susceptible to often unproductive mind-wandering, and modern technology has only made the problem worse. But we all know that the best work ... Show More
26m 53s
Oct 2024
Why AI Isn’t Enough To Beat The Competition
Many companies are investing heavily in artificial intelligence right now, hoping to improve both efficiency and innovation. But, as with any technology that sees widespread adoption, AI itself won't be enough to build a long-term advantage over competitors, says Jay Barney, prof ... Show More
23m 28s
Jan 2025
THE ONE THING | Chris Voss: The Art of Negotiation
This segment is called, The One Thing...
If you asked me what's the one thing you should learn from negotiation boss, Chris Voss, it's this: Splitting the difference is actually terrible negotiation advice.
Conventional business wisdom about finding win-win solutions a ... Show More
1h 15m
May 2025
Corporate Finance Explained | Private Equity Unlocked: Strategy, Investment, and Corporate Growth
What drives success in private equity? In this episode of Careers in Finance, we unpack the strategies behind some of the biggest PE deals in history, from Blackstone’s transformation of Hilton Hotels to the Dell Technologies buyout. But it’s not just about big names and bold mov ... Show More
14m 35s
Jun 2025
The Promises, Pitfalls, and Trade-offs of the Circular Economy
Most businesses are built on a linear model: take, make, and discard. But that norm is reaching its limits, and leaders are under pressure to find smarter, more sustainable ways to operate. Weslynne Ashton is a systems scientist and professor at the Illinois Institute of Technolo ... Show More
20m 36s
Even the most carefully worded and meticiously reviewed contracts can fall apart once they hit the reality of modern business dynamics. Oliver Hart, Nobel-winning Harvard economist, and Kate Vitasek, faculty at the University of Tennessee, argue that, when it comes to contracts, one side often ends up feeling like they’re getting a bad deal, and it can spira ... Show More
<p><em>This episode is a re-run. It was originally published in May 2023.</em></p>
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