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  • “What Is a ‘Racial Wealth Gap’?”
    “What Is a ‘Racial Wealth Gap’?”

    Or: Why do Black Americans have far less wealth, higher unemployment and lower rates of homeownership than white Americans do?

    August, 7 2020 by getAbstract
  • “What Are the Seven Principles That Lead to More Effective Learning (And Teaching)?”
    “What Are the Seven Principles That Lead to More Effective Learning (And Teaching)?”

    And why are there actually seven and not five?

    August, 7 2020 by getAbstract
  • “Should Leaders Study History Before Making Major Decisions?”
    “Should Leaders Study History Before Making Major Decisions?”

    Remember the usual climax of cheesy 1970s horror movie trailers, and that sinister male voice saying “But then…something went terribly wrong!”? If you want to avoid hearing this voice over and over for all your…

    August, 5 2020 by getAbstract
  • “Where Does Motivation Come From?”
    “Where Does Motivation Come From?”

    Even the dullest job in the world – let’s say, driving the same track over and over again as a racing car driver – can be inspiring. But why? Because inspiration follows motivation!

    August, 5 2020 by getAbstract
  • “How Come We No Longer Hate Microsoft?”
    “How Come We No Longer Hate Microsoft?”

    It was the “Windows 95” of IT companies, but now it inspires again. How did the latest reboot succeed?

    July, 30 2020 by getAbstract
  • “Is Today’s US Economy Safer Than Before the 2008 Carnage?”
    “Is Today’s US Economy Safer Than Before the 2008 Carnage?”

    Ben Bernanke, Timothy Geithner and Henry Paulson think so. At least, they say, “in some ways.” That’s exactly what should worry you.

    July, 29 2020 by getAbstract
  • “How Do I Innovate Out of Chaos?”
    “How Do I Innovate Out of Chaos?”

    Some of the most successful companies in the United States started up during recessions, including Burger King, Disney and Fortune magazine. Is this the turning point for smaller but daring companies to make their mark?

    July, 27 2020 by getAbstract
  • “Does Commitment to Kindness Mean You Have to Accept Poor Treatment?”
    “Does Commitment to Kindness Mean You Have to Accept Poor Treatment?”

    No. It means you can hold on to your boundaries without becoming angry.

    July, 23 2020 by getAbstract
  • “When It Comes to Innovation, How Do I Balance ‘Core’ Versus ‘New’ Priorities?”
    “When It Comes to Innovation, How Do I Balance ‘Core’ Versus ‘New’ Priorities?”

    Too often, companies have either a culture that supports rank and hierarchy – which is good for executing projects – or one that supports innovation – which favors new products. Can your company do a good…

    July, 20 2020 by getAbstract
  • On the (Economic) Effects of Immigration
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    On the (Economic) Effects of Immigration

    The US government suspended many employment visas through the end of 2020. Does that make economic sense?

    June, 30 2020 by getAbstract