Live from Stanford, experts Michelle Gelfand, Brian Lowery, Deborah Gruenfeld, and Zakary Tormala discuss cross-cultural behavior dynamics, racial perceptions, power dynamics, and persuasive language nuances. Topics include societal implications, personal presence, and impactful communication techniques.

Power exists in every relationship — whether we like that idea or not — and to be effective in any role, power needs to be understood. In this episode, Matt Abrahams sits down with Professor of Organizational Behavior Deborah Gruenfeld to discuss her new book, Acting with Power: Why We Are More Powerful Than We Believe. Deborah shares how body language can give us power, or take it from us, and advises how we can use power for good. Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn,  Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedIn ********Become a Faster Smarter Supporter by joining TFTS Premium.

Deborah Gruenfeld, a leadership professor at Stanford and author, dives into the dynamics of power in human interactions. She shares how using power to uplift others leads to better outcomes, contrasting it with self-serving behaviors. Their chat also touches on navigating imposter syndrome, maintaining authenticity, and ethical leadership practices. Gruenfeld emphasizes the transformative potential of self-acceptance and the importance of trust in teams, advocating for a communal approach to leadership.