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A preview of the latest book by Chinese history expert Charlotte Brooks
Rubin joins Big Think for a chat about her one-minute rule, why self-knowledge is key to a good life, and more.
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Most failures trace back to people problems. If you want long-term success, start with your team. Here’s how to build teams that will actually last and make an impact.
Your real competitive edge isn’t how smart you are — it’s how quickly you can reinvent yourself when the rules change.
The quiet transfer of human agency in the age of artificial intelligence.
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"The production of the silicon wafers that are used in the chip manufacturing process requires extraordinary levels of purity."
In this excerpt from Wired on Wall Street, Tom Hardin (aka "Tipper X") shares how he began gathering intelligence on insider trading for the FBI.
A growing movement shows that protecting the world’s forests — and the people who have safeguarded them for centuries — is one of the most powerful, and overlooked, tools in the fight against climate change.
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To bring the best out of your teams, don’t flex like Maximus — lean into a “helpful fight” instead.
The actor, comedian, and marijuana cultivator on collaboration, success, and overcoming nerves — in business and life.
A practical framework for using AI more effectively
The great investor instinctively knew that humans are much smarter than computers in volatile environments. So he bet on common sense.
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Chris Miller explains the hidden reason that global superpowers are obsessed with Taiwan.
Why the link between understanding customers and retaining them is forged from emotional connection.
Julius Caesar conquered Gaul but his emotional intelligence was pitiful — and there’s plenty we can learn from his leadership deficiencies.
What 150-year-old Japanese workshop Kaikado can teach us about finding calm through focus in an age of distraction.
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Great companies are built on intention, not instinct. Music mogul and entrepreneur Steve Stoute, often called “the CEO other CEOs turn to for advice,” shares what it takes to become a strong leader.
In this excerpt from Flourish, Daniel Coyle shares how stillness, presence, and attention help people build meaningful connections.
Timeless guidance on communication, time management, creativity, and more from some of today’s most influential thinkers.
Practical guidance for navigating AI’s role in modern learning organizations.