The option to work from home means that work truly works for everyone, says Avani Prabhakar, chief people officer of a large tech company. She explains how flexibility and asynchronous collaboration in a distributed workplace can unlock...

Could this meeting have been an email? The phenomenon of "calendar creep," where meetings completely take over your work days, is wasting time, energy and productivity -- but you can take back control. Leadership expert Cindy Solomon...

Community organizer Raj Jayadev wants to transform the US court system through "participatory defense" -- a growing movement that empowers families and community members to impact their loved ones' court cases. He shares the remarkable...

Bruce Feiler has a radical idea: To deal with the stress of modern family life, go agile. Inspired by agile software programming, Feiler introduces family practices which encourage flexibility, bottom-up idea flow, constant feedback and...

Looking to get ahead in your career? Start by being respectful to your coworkers, says leadership researcher Christine Porath. In this science-backed talk, she shares surprising insights about the costs of rudeness and shows how little...

Companies are counting on their future leaders to manage with more speed, flexibility and trust than ever before. But how can middle managers climb the corporate ladder while also challenging the way things have always been done?...

How do you raise money to get an idea off the ground, support a community, or help change the world? Take a crash course on the secret art of successful fundraising with development strategist Kara Logan Berlin as she shows how you can...

Everyone should participate in decision-making and politics -- and it starts at home, says activist Hajer Sharief. She introduces a simple yet transformative idea: that parents can teach their children about political agency by giving...

An epidemic of bad, inefficient, overcrowded meetings is plaguing the world’s businesses — and making workers miserable. David Grady has some ideas on how to stop it.

Group projects have a reputation of being difficult at times. But there are ways to make sure everything from the project to meetings about the project go smoothly. In this episode, Evelyn chats about how we can make sure and avoid...

When the Protestant Reformation broke out in Western Europe, the Catholic Church got the message, at least a little bit. Pope Paul III called a council to look into reforming some aspects of the Catholic Church and try to stem the tide...

Are you ready for negotiating in China? The process can be tough, time-consuming, and complex. Don’t go in unprepared! You must be equipped with an understanding of Chinese negotiation philosophy and a basic familiarity with the...

Make your business meetings in China as effective and efficient as possible! You probably already know that conducting a successful meeting takes preparation. The Chinese treat business meetings with importance, and it is essential that...

Minimize misunderstandings and missteps when doing business in China! Cultural awareness makes communications more effective and helps you utilize appropriate business etiquette. Get essential tips on greeting others, making...

Become a networking expert! Puzzled by the concept of “saving face,” the meaning of feng shui, or the impacts of beliefs on business in Hong Kong? Learn about these things and more, including presenting business cards, shaking hands,...

Did you know that meetings in Italy tend to be scheduled well in advance? In fact, scheduling a meeting several weeks ahead isn’t unusual. Deciding who will attend an initial meeting is critical everywhere, but this is especially true in...

Italians are warm and personable, and you’re likely to find doing business with them a pleasure. You’ll need to be prepared, though. Their business culture can seem curiously contradictory. In general, the atmosphere is...

Clothing choice in Indonesia is very much tied to the country’s warm, tropical climate. While the dress code is casual due to the warm weather, one should strive for a neat and polished appearance. Each of Indonesia’s ethnic groups has...

The overall decision-making process in Germany is from the bottom up. The basics of a plan are developed and added to as the process continues up the hierarchy. This is different from the process in the United States or Great Britain....

Being well prepared for a meeting is an absolute must in Germany. Initial impressions are very important, and your German business associates will be judging you on your dress, posture, and manners. Learn more key guidelines to prepare...

German manners are usually very formal, especially when people are meeting for the first time. Consequently, introductions in both business and social settings follow strict norms. Learn more about German preferences for etiquette in...

Germans love to shake hands. Certainly a social or business meeting is cause for a round of firm handshaking. You’ll be expected to shake hands with everyone. The handshake is so important that even when someone leaves during a business...

Want your meetings to run as smoothly and productively as possible? This video will clue you in on the cultural nuances of scheduling initial meetings in Germany. Explore tips for the best times to schedule meetings and understand local...

Curious about appropriate meeting protocol? Learn more about scheduling and conducting effective meetings in France. Personal relationships matter a great deal in France, and utilizing contacts can provide more effective introductions to...