HBR IdeaCast

Amy Bernstein, editor of HBR, offers executive summaries of the major features.

Alexandra Samuel, online engagement expert and author of "Work Smarter with Social Media," on the tools you should use--and the ones you could be ignoring.

James Bessen, economist and former software executive, on what we can learn from 19th century mill workers about innovation, wages, and technology.

The former U.S. Senate majority leader and U.S. envoy to Northern Ireland and the Middle East describes his approach to resolving disputes and fostering bipartisan compromise.

Phil Libin discusses the impact of technology--from Microsoft Word to wearables--on our collaboration and productivity.

R. "Ray" Wang, author of "Disrupting Digital Business" on how business is transforming.

Amy Bernstein, editor of HBR, offers executive summaries of the major features.

Timothy Morey and Allison Schoop, both of frog, on designing customer data systems that promote transparency and trust.

Erin Reid of Boston University on why men (but not women) feign long working hours.

Fred Kiel, author of "Return on Character," explains his research on why being good benefits the bottom line.

The Oscar-winning producer explains why a passion for learning--about other people and pursuits--has been the key to his success.

Heidi Grant Halvorson, author of "No One Understands You and What to Do About It," explains the science of perception.

Amy Bernstein, editor of HBR, offers executive summaries of the major features.

Regina Herzlinger, Harvard Business School professor, talks about how to dismantle the barriers to innovation in care delivery.

Hear this story based on real events at J.C. Penney. A discussion with contributor Jill Avery and editor Andy O'Connell follows.

Ron Friedman, Ph.D., author of "The Best Place to Work," on how to structure your day to get the most done.

Renée Mauborgne of INSEAD explains how a landmark idea is evolving. She is coauthor, along with W. Chan Kim, of "Blue Ocean Strategy, Expanded Edition (2015)."

Amy Bernstein, editor of HBR, offers executive summaries of the major features.

Gretchen Rubin, author of "Better than Before: Mastering the Habits of Our Everyday Lives," explains that you've got to know your habit-setting style.

The Hollywood icon explains why she moved from acting to producing and directing, then launched a foundation that teaches mindfulness to kids.

Peter Bregman, author of "Four Seconds," on changing the way you lead.

Nicholas Carlson, author of "Marissa Mayer and the Fight to Save Yahoo," on the CEO's management style.