142. Power and Persuasion: Live Insights from Stanford Experts
A special live edition from the Me2We event at Stanford, where strategic communications expert and podcast host Matt Abrahams joins four distinguished faculty members from Stanford Graduate School of Business:
- Michelle Gelfand explores the dynamics of cross-cultural organizational behavior.
- Brian Lowery discusses the societal implications of racial perceptions.
- Deborah Gruenfeld reveals insights into power dynamics and personal presence.
- Zakary Tormala delves into the nuances of persuasive language.
Episode Reference Links:
- Michelle Gelfand: Website
- Michelle Gelfand Stanford Profile: Website
- Michelle Gelfand’s Book: Rule Makers, Rule Breakers: How Tight and Loose Cultures Wire Our World
- Michelle Gelfand's Tight-Loose Quiz
- Brian Lowery: Website
- Brian Lowery’s Stanford Profile: Website
- Brian Lowery’s Book: Selfless: The Social Creation of "You"
- Brian Lowery’s Podcast: Know What You See
- Deborah Gruenfeld’s Stanford Profile: Website
- Deborah Gruenfeld’s Book: Acting With Power: Why We Are More Powerful Than We Believe
- Zak Tormala’s Stanford Profile: Website
- Ep.67 What is Normal? How Culture Affects Communication Styles YouTube / Website
- Ep.84 Quick Thinks: How Others Define Us YouTube / Website
- Ep.11 The Science of Influence: How to Persuade Others and Hold Their Attention YouTube / Website
- Ep.12 It’s Not What You Say It’s How You Say It: How to Communicate Power Youtube / Website
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Chapters:
(00:00:00) Introduction
Producer Jenny Luna and host Matt Abrahams introduce a live episode featuring four Stanford GSB faculty members.
(00:01:40) Navigating Conflicts and Negotiations in Diverse Settings
Michelle Gelfand discusses managing conflicts and negotiations in broader societal and cultural contexts.
(00:04:51) Understanding and Managing Diversity
Brian Lowery introduces the Stanford Institute on Race and outlines strategies for leaders to foster inclusivity and manage diverse workforces.
(00:07:57) Dynamics of Power and Influence
Deborah Gruenfeld shares the implications of power dynamics and how they shift from virtual to in-person interactions.
(00:14:04) Persuasion and Effective Communication
Zakary Tormala gives insight into the use of pronouns in persuasive communication and the impact of language in shaping audience engagement.
(00:18:44) Acting with Power in Interactions
Deborah Gruenfeld discusses her ongoing research on how power dynamics influence investor decisions in startup teams.
(00:20:47) The Pursuit of Meaningfulness
Brian Lowery talks about his current focus on what makes life meaningful.
(00:24:14) Cultural Tightness and Looseness
Michelle Gelfand explains her research on how cultures manage norms and rules, and the concept of "tight" and "loose" cultures.
(00:28:52) Persuasive Communication
Zakary Tormala shares insights from his latest research on framing effects in communication.
(00:32:13) Participant Reflections
A Stanford LEAD participant shares experiences from Brian Lowery's class, emphasizing the importance of perspective-taking and trust in leadership.
(00:33:15) Conclusion
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