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Jun 2, 2023

Scott, a management expert who’s led teams at Google and coached high-profile CEOs, shares a groundbreaking framework for delivering better feedback to others. Follow her on Twitter @kimballscott 

We’ll discuss: 

How people in different generations can offer more candid and effective feedback to each other.

The new realities of leading a team in the digital age, where every video call can become permanent record. 

Why Kim is optimistic about the future, and thinks the class of 2020 might solve some of our most pressing problems. 

 

May 5, 2023

A high-profile executive coach, author and podcaster explains why generosity is a state of mind, and how you can shape a more generous life through observation and practice. 

 

Apr 7, 2023

His father’s murder went unsolved. But Backmann did not give up. Today his organization, Project: Cold Case, assists families and keeps memories alive.

Mar 3, 2023

Gianni founded GiGi’s Playhouse a year after her daughter was born with Down Syndrome.

Feb 3, 2023

What’s it like to live with nearly a dozen dogs, 200 cats and an 800-pound rescue pig named Wilbur? Glad you asked.

Jan 6, 2023

Portman earned respect in Washington by working across the aisle to get things done. Tilow’s organization supports families and communities in the fight against drug addiction. Together, they discuss a difficult issue.

Dec 15, 2022

Meet six people who did something extraordinary in the past year.

Oct 10, 2022

Writer and podcaster Jason Feifer transforms what he’s learned into steps you can use to navigate through crises and change.

Sep 6, 2022

We’re bringing back a recognition program where you can send a Thank You with a $50 Gift Card to someone you feel deserves to be celebrated. Learn more.

Aug 5, 2022

A year after the fall of Afghanistan, thousands of U.S. allies are still trying to escape the Taliban and certain death. Meet the Americans fighting to save them.

Jun 6, 2022

Donor Advised Funds are savings tools that had been reserved for the ultra-wealthy until now. Nash, a former LinkedIn exec, brings them to the masses. 

May 9, 2022
Todd’s nonprofit 80,000 Hours helps new grads and experienced pros alike have greater impact by helping solve the world’s most urgent but neglected problems. 
Apr 8, 2022
David Perell and Write of Passage graduates explain techniques for blocking out noise and nonsense and using the internet to improve lives.
Mar 11, 2022

The poet, author and philosopher takes questions from Frank and listeners, and offers some thought-provoking questions of his own for you to consider.

Feb 4, 2022

Must we face death to appreciate life? Survivor Kristi Nelson says there’s a better way. Learn how to reduce regret and live a life of authentic gratitude.

Jan 7, 2022

Her study The Giving Code found a glaring discrepancy between the ultra-wealthy and needs within their own communities. Now this advisor is using her philanthropic expertise to help donors and nonprofits alike.

Dec 10, 2021

A top filmmaker and podcaster explains how storytelling helps us develop more awareness and appreciation of one another.

Nov 11, 2021

Frank Blake looks back on a leadership lesson and discovers a new meaning. How can you show gratitude when you don’t know who to thank?

Oct 4, 2021

Outcomes over outputs: two fundraising consultants, Ted Grossnickle And Laura MacDonald, shed light on last year’s charitable giving statistics and offer advice for the wide world of philanthropy.

Aug 29, 2021

After receiving her own “heartbreak in a box,” a Navy sailor founded an innovative service to easily send high quality care packages to deployed troops.

Aug 2, 2021

Sean Doherty is a leading venture philanthropist who helped create the T1D Fund, which makes equity investments in companies developing life-changing therapies to cure his son – and millions of others – of Type 1 Diabetes.

Jun 28, 2021

Fewer than half of states require financial literacy classes. Tyrone Ross Jr. is passionate about changing that, and expanding opportunities.

Jun 7, 2021

Karl Zinsmeister - a researcher, journalist, author, Domestic Policy Advisor to a president, and vice president of the Philanthropy Roundtable, shares some of the incredible history of philanthropy in America, and why our passion for generosity and freedom defines our country.  

May 3, 2021

Entrepreneur David Perell is teaching others to write online, share ideas, and build an internet audience to get ahead.

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