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Building a Better Globalization

Five areas to focus on.

Sorry Not Sorry

Do women really apologize more than men at work? We speak with a psychology professor and a leadership consultant about the impact that saying “sorry” and using other minimizing language has on job success, and what words and phrases to use instead. Guests: Karina Schumann and Sally Helgesen. Our theme music is Matt Hill’s “City In Motion,” provided by Audio Network.

Addressing the Biases Plaguing Algorithms

Google, Amazon, Microsoft, and Facebook still haven’t figured it out.

An Effective Way to Tackle the Social Causes of Poor Health

Health care providers can help solve them.

What Good Feedback Really Looks Like

Constructive criticism has its place.

Voice Recognition Still Has Significant Race and Gender Biases

It’s both a social justice issue and a missed opportunity for companies.

Inside Mount Sinai’s Hospital-at-Home Program

It led to fewer readmissions and complications.

7 Ways to Set Up a New Hire for Success

Emphasize learning, not just doing.

Is Your Corporate Culture Cultish?

There’s such a thing as too many pep talks and team-building activities.

How Asking Multiple People for Advice Can Backfire

Advisors don’t like when their advice is disregarded.