Skydeck
Harvard Business School
The Harvard Business School alumni podcast
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Apr 13, 2018 • 13min
What I Learned from Visiting All 54 African Countries
Mar 13, 2018 • 17min
Leadership Lessons from the “Lone Survivor” Mission
Feb 22, 2018 • 11min
My First Job
Alumni share stories, strategies, and lessons learned from their first jobs—from golf club caddy to lobster shack waitress.
Jan 18, 2018 • 10min
The Lessons of All-Day Breakfast
McDonald’s executive Kristy Cunningham, who helped lead the company’s wildly successful all-day breakfast initiative, talks about what the global icon learned from the experience—and what it taught her about herself
Dec 15, 2017 • 13min
Finding Faith in an NFL Locker Room
On and off the field with Chicago Bears team chaplain Jonathan Wilkins
Dec 8, 2017 • 14min
How a Mother's Song Forged a Fighter for Free Expression
Nov 25, 2017 • 19min
Skydeck Live: What Really Motivates American Voters?
Insights from Diane Hessan, who spent a year in conversation with 400 American voters from across the political spectrum
Nov 21, 2017 • 13min
How to Build a Winning Culture on a Losing Team
Scott O’Neil, CEO of the group that owns the Philadelphia 76ers, on why his office thrived in the face of historic losing
Nov 3, 2017 • 13min
The Best Business Advice I’ve Ever Received
HBS alumni share transformative business advice that shaped their careers. They explore themes of employee satisfaction, honesty, and the pursuit of happiness. Insightful discussions revolve around collaboration, integrity, and adaptability in business. One poignant story highlights the delicate balance between career ambitions and family obligations, revealing how prioritizing family can lead to unexpected career benefits. These lessons offer a wealth of wisdom for anyone aiming for success while maintaining personal connections.
Sep 14, 2017 • 16min
Radical Generosity for the Real World
Author Ami Campbell on her spiritual journey to giving—and how you can kickstart yours
