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Duolingo’s Luis von Ahn on His Vision for AI and Educating the World

“For the first time ever, with phones, we can reach billions of people,” says the language-learning app’s co-founder and CEO.
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A Closer Look at Small Business Owners Reveals Their Political Preferences

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At a panel in Cape Town, Stanford GSB professors shared research-backed insights with an audience of global business leaders and entrepreneurs.
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Four professors look back on what they’ve learned about entrepreneurs in emerging markets and how it has impacted their teaching.
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Roelof Botha on Why Success Is Never the Summit

The Silicon Valley investor talks about his journey from PayPal to Sequoia Capital, and why humility defines great leadership.
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A Decade of Data Shows Latino Entrepreneurs Growing and Adapting

The 10th annual State of Latino Entrepreneurship report finds continued growth and a new focus on AI and sustainability.
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Short Takes: Growing Impact, Stitch by Stitch

Growing a fashion company can mean more than growing profits. It can be a path toward helping people and the planet thrive.
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Tapping Into the Incomparable Power of a Good Analogy

How to get beyond the “Uber of ____” cliché and make corporate comparisons that unlock strategic insights.
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One woman’s quest to make India less dependent on machinery imports while breaking down a few gender barriers in the process.
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A leading venture capitalist in Africa shares universal advice on how savvy founders can impress potential funders.
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Leading Through Layoffs: A Masterclass with Esi Ansah

An HR expert shares leadership strategies for handling the complexities of workforce reductions, no matter the size of your business.
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From Downsizing to Thriving: Strategic HR in a Global Context

An HR expert shares strategies for navigating your human capital with an eye toward the future.
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Masterclass on Stanford’s Most Popular Leadership Course

Lecturer in interpersonal dynamics shares practical strategies to strengthen your leadership with more authentic communication and connections.
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Stanford GSB professor in organizational behavior shares practical strategies to build a high-performing culture and drive business growth.
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Get practical advice and tools for weaving AI into your business strategy.
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