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.

Professor Linda Hill from Harvard Business School discusses how innovation is driven by collaboration rather than individual ideas. She emphasizes the importance of diverse expertise and perspectives coming together. The podcast explores fostering innovation through collaboration, conflict, and effective communication, highlighting the role of storytelling and curiosity in driving success.

Learn how to handle a skeptical audience with tips from communication experts. Discover the art of reframing responses, acknowledging input, and staying credible. Explore the importance of preparation, managing objections, and adapting to diverse perspectives.

Researcher David Melnikoff discusses how flow can help achieve goals by reducing uncertainty and focusing on one outcome. He explains that uncertainty creates the opportunity to experience flow, leading to more engagement and goal pursuit. The podcast explores the benefits of flow, injecting uncertainty into tasks, and enhancing flow through collaborative communication.

Graham Weaver, founder of Alpine Investors, emphasizes the importance of speaking your truth for better communication. He shares how being direct and authentic can prevent misunderstandings and lead to success in both personal and professional relationships. Weaver highlights the benefits of clarity and compassion in communication, urging listeners to be true to themselves for effective leadership and fulfillment.

Dana Carney, a Professor at Berkeley’s Haas School of Business, discusses how nonverbal communication plays a crucial role in conveying biases, preferences, power, and status. She highlights the importance of mastering nonverbal cues for effective communication and explores various elements like facial expressions, gestures, and body language. Listeners will learn strategies for enhancing self-awareness and aligning intentions with perceived nonverbal cues to improve communication effectiveness.

Julia Minson, public policy professor, and Matt Abrahams explore the nuances of conflict vs. disagreement. Minson stresses genuine curiosity in communication to foster productive dialogue. Practical tips on handling conflict with receptiveness and understanding diverse perspectives are shared.

Guest Celine Teoh discusses the importance of emotional awareness for personal and professional success. She emphasizes the value of understanding and utilizing feelings as data for decision-making. Teoh and host Matt Abrahams explore how emotional intelligence can lead to greater agency and empathy in our interactions.

Discover how AI can enhance creativity and problem-solving by treating it as a teammate rather than an oracle. Learn from experts about leveraging ChatGPT for innovative idea generation and communication insights. Explore the So Fix It methodology for optimizing collaboration and problem-solving with generative AI. Stop viewing AI as a magic 8-ball and start using it as a valuable conversation partner for brainstorming and innovation.

Explore the traits of supercommunicators and how to enhance communication skills with active listening and understanding. Learn about the power of storytelling, navigating conflicts, and the evolution of communication mediums. Discover the qualities of a super communicator and successful communication recipe.