Navigating Diversity and Group Dynamics in Startups

This chapter explores an experiment at Harvard Business School that simulates startup fundraising, focusing on the dynamics of team formation and the impact of diversity on performance. It contrasts groups formed organically versus those created through algorithms aimed at promoting diversity, revealing nuanced insights about effectiveness in professional environments. The discussion extends to the challenges of diversity mandates in corporate settings and emphasizes the need for a deeper understanding of systemic inequalities.