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Cold Call distills Harvard Business School's legendary case studies into podcast form. Hosted by Brian Kenny, the podcast airs every two weeks and features Harvard Business School faculty discussing cases they've written and the lessons they impart.

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In 2020, cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase made two bold organizational moves: going fully remote and banning political discussion at work. These decisions, aimed at reinforcing a mission-first culture, were supported by a written, codified approach t... more

Jenny Wolfram founded BrandBastion in 2013 after noticing that many companies’ social media pages were teeming with spam, hostile messages, and unanswered comments—all of which chipped away at customer trust. She built an AI-powered platform, support... more

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Recent Guests

James Reinhart
Co-founder and CEO of ThredUp
ThredUp
Episode: Climate Rising: Extending Apparel Lifespan with ThredUp
LJ. Brock
Chief People Officer at Coinbase
Coinbase
Episode: Inside Coinbase’s Mission-First, Remote-First Bet
Jill Avery
Professor and expert in branding and customer relationship management
Harvard Business School
Episode: How Dollar Tree Plans to Thrive Despite Breaking the Buck
Ranjay Gulati
Professor whose work explores leadership and strategic challenges for building high-growth organizations.
Harvard Business School
Episode: How Lyft’s CEO Got the Company Moving Again
Duncan McIntyre
Founder and CEO of Highland Electric Fleets
Highland Electric Fleets
Episode: Partnerships Power Highland Electric’s Expanding Fleet of School Buses
Rosabeth Moss Kanter
Professor studying strategy, innovation, and leadership for change
Episode: Partnerships Power Highland Electric’s Expanding Fleet of School Buses
Ashley Whillans
Professor whose research links time, money, and happiness.
Harvard Business School
Episode: Atlassian Anchors Remote Flexibility in Structured Daily Practices
Sam Rockwell
Co-founder and CEO of Happy Foodie
Happy Foodie
Episode: Disrupting the Freezer Aisle: Dr. Bombay Ice Cream
Stephanie So
Chief Growth Officer of Shake Shack and a graduate of Harvard Business School
Shake Shack
Episode: Shake Shack’s Digital Playbook: More Tech, Same Hospitality?

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Brian Kenny
Host of the podcast, engaging with guests on various business case studies and insights from Harvard Business School.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 485 ratings
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Inside Coinbase’s Mission-First, Remote-First Bet
Q: How did you communicate the changes both internally and externally?
Being authentic helped align internal understanding and external communications about the company's direction.
Inside Coinbase’s Mission-First, Remote-First Bet
Q: What inspired you to write the case?
Coinbase stood out for its strategy centered around being trustworthy in an industry often linked to volatility.
How Lyft’s CEO Got the Company Moving Again
Q: What is David Risher's plan for Lyft?
He plans to overcome internal inertia, foster innovation, and focus on customer obsession, particularly on both drivers and passengers.
How Lyft’s CEO Got the Company Moving Again
Q: What drew you to write about Lyft?
I was intrigued by how Lyft's founding purpose of connecting communities evolved into their current strategy amidst competition.
Partnerships Power Highland Electric’s Expanding Fleet of School Buses
Q: Duncan, do you think success will look like for electrification in the future?
Duncan believes that in ten years the vast majority of on-road transportation will be electric, showcasing the broad potential of electrification.

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What is Cold Call about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the practical applications of Harvard Business School's famous case studies, the content revolves around various aspects of management, marketing, and business strategies. The episodes showcase discussions between experienced faculty and their guests, who share insights on a range of real-world business scenarios, including brand reputation management, corporate transformations, and the impact of digital innovation. Unique elements include in-depth analyses of contemporary companies and trailblazers, along with conversations that bridge theory and practice in the business world, making it valuable for both professionals and students alike.

Listeners can expect engaging dialogues that not only highlight significant business chall... more

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2. LJ. Brock
3. Jill Avery
4. Ranjay Gulati
5. Duncan McIntyre
6. Rosabeth Moss Kanter
7. Ashley Whillans
8. Sam Rockwell

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