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In this HBR IdeaCast episode, Alison Beard interviews Sim Tshabalala, the CEO of Standard Bank, Africa's largest bank, about his journey from growing up in Soweto to leading the bank. They discuss Standard Bank's mission to promote prosperity for all, its strategies for navigating fast-changing and politically uncertai...
In this episode of the HBR IdeaCast, Adi Ignatius interviews researcher and author Brené Brown about her new book, "Strong Ground," and the challenges of leadership in a dynamic and uncertain world. Brown introduces the concept of "strong ground" as a metaphor for grounding oneself in values to achieve stability and ag...
In this HBR IdeaCast episode, Adi Ignatius interviews Arthur C. Brooks, a Harvard professor, about his book "The Happiness Files" and the broader issue of happiness in work and life. Brooks discusses the declining levels of happiness in society, particularly among leaders, and challenges common myths about happiness, s...
In this episode of the HBR IdeaCast, Alison Beard interviews Jimmy Wales, the co-founder of Wikipedia, about his new book, "The Seven Rules of Trust: A Blueprint for Building Things That Last." Wales discusses the importance of building and maintaining trust in organizations, both internally with teams and externally w...
In this HBR IdeaCast episode, Alison Beard and Adi Ignatius interview executive coach Muriel Wilkins about hidden blockers, which are subconscious beliefs that can hinder leaders' progress. Wilkins explains that these beliefs, while potentially helpful in the past, become detrimental as leaders advance. She identifies ...
In this HBR IdeaCast episode, Adi Ignatius interviews Stephen Dubner, co-author of Freakonomics, on the book's 20th anniversary and its impact on economics and popular culture. They discuss the initial reactions from the economics profession, the book's appeal, and the potential unintended consequences of popularizing ...
In this HBR IdeaCast episode, Alison Beard interviews Bozoma Saint John, former CMO of Netflix, and Jimmy Fallon, host of The Tonight Show, about creating breakthrough moments in a crowded media market. They discuss adapting to new technological trends, capturing audience attention, and their reality competition show, ...
In this HBR IdeaCast episode, host Adi Ignatius interviews Cory Doctorow, a tech writer and author, about his concept of "Enshittification," which describes the deterioration of tech platforms over time. Doctorow explains how platforms initially attract users, then exploit them along with business customers to maximize...
In this episode of the HBR IdeaCast, Alison Beard interviews Ranjay Gulati, a Harvard Business School professor and author, about the importance of courage in leadership, especially during times of uncertainty. Gulati defines courage as taking action in the face of fear and outlines five strategies for leaders to embol...
In this episode of the HBR IdeaCast, Adi Ignatius interviews Steven Pinker, a psychology professor at Harvard University, about his new book, "When Everyone Knows That Everyone Knows." Pinker discusses the concept of "common knowledge," which is knowing something that everyone else also knows, and how it influences coo...
The HBR IdeaCast episode features Allison Beard and Adi Ignatius discussing "flash teams" with Melissa Valentine, a Stanford professor. Valentine defines flash teams as project teams with "superpowers" due to technology like the internet and AI, enabling rapid assembly of experts from around the globe. She argues that ...
In this HBR IdeaCast episode, Adi Ignatius interviews Patrick Haack, a professor of strategy and responsible management, about how companies can counter fake news. Haack suggests that ignoring fake news can backfire and that traditional methods like fact-checking are not always effective. He recommends that companies m...
The HBR IdeaCast episode features Allison Beard and Adi Ignatius discussing the challenges of delegation for leaders. They interview Elsbeth Johnson, a senior lecturer at MIT Sloan School of Management, about her research on why leaders struggle to delegate effectively. Johnson identifies four main reasons: the persona...
In this HBR IdeaCast episode, Adi Ignatius interviews Adam Christing, a comedian, speaker, and author of "The Laughter Factor," about the strategic use of humor in leadership. Christing argues that humor builds trust and connection, essential for effective leadership, and that everyone possesses a unique "laugh languag...
In this HBR IdeaCast episode, host Alison Beard interviews futurist Nick Foster, author of "Could Should Might Don't, How We Think About the Future," about his framework for improving long-term strategic planning. Foster outlines four types of futurism: "could" (optimistic, tech-centered), "should" (data-driven project...
In this HBR IdeaCast episode, Adi Ignatius interviews Amit Joshi, a professor at IMD, about the parallel development of AI ecosystems in the West and China. Joshi explains that while China initially lagged behind in generative AI, they quickly caught up and now possess unique advantages, particularly in customized infr...
In this HBR IdeaCast episode, Allison Beard and Adi Ignatius discuss the importance of virtual communication in today's workplace with guest Andrew Brodsky, a professor at the McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas at Austin and author of "PING, The Secrets of Successful Virtual Communication." Brodsky e...
In this HBR IdeaCast episode, Adi Ignatius and Alison Beard discuss the role of intuition in decision-making and interview Laura Huang, a professor and author of "You Already Know: The Science of Mastering Your Intuition." Huang explains her research on gut feel, which combines data and experience, and how it differs f...
The HBR IdeaCast episode features Allison Beard interviewing Harvard Business School Professor Leslie Perlow about her research on how busy, successful people can find more joy in their lives. Perlow introduces the Life Matrix tool, which helps individuals assess how they allocate their time and whether it aligns with ...
In this HBR IdeaCast episode, host Adi Ignatius interviews Peter Coleman, a professor at Columbia University, about conflict in the workplace and how leaders can develop "conflict intelligence" to manage it effectively. Coleman discusses the importance of balancing candor with civility, understanding the conditions und...
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