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Climate Change
Guaranteed Income
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Remote Work
Job Fulfillment
Poverty
Illusion Of Continuity
Affective Forecasting
Electric Vehicle Revolution
Frontline Workers
Motivation
Sustainable Fashion
Philanthropy
Gender Equality
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Wealth Redefinition
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Whatever your business conundrum, there’s a TED Talk for that — whether you want to learn how to land that promotion, set smart goals, undo injustice at work, or unlock the next big innovation. Every Monday, host Modupe Akinola of Columbia Business School presents the most powerful and surprising ideas that illuminate the business world. After the talk, you'll get a mini-lesson from Modupe on how ... more

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Everything successful starts with heart — even the most pragmatic business plan, says Sharon Price John, CEO of Build-A-Bear. She shares how she led a purpose-centered approach to save the beloved teddy bear company from bankruptcy and get it back to... more

What if kindness isn’t a soft skill — but a strategic one?

In this special episode from Think Fast, Talk Smart, host Matt Abrahams talks with management professor Bonnie Hayden Cheng about the business case for kindness. Her research on the “return ... more

In 1999, a NASA mission to Mars failed ... not from a technical glitch, but because people weren't talking to each other. Psychology professor Tessa West explores how assumptions, overlooked details and "hidden languages" can quietly sabotage even th... more

What does it take to fly a plane? For TED Fellow Refilwe Ledwaba, it took perseverance and drive — and an instructor who took the time to teach to her learning style. Today, as founder of Girls Fly Africa, Ledwaba is empowering the next generation of... more

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Recent Guests

Bonnie Hayden Cheng
Professor of Management at City University of Hong Kong and author of The Return on Kindness.
City University of Hong Kong
Episode: Be Kind: The Most Overlooked Driver of Success | From Think Fast Talk Smart
Refilwe Ledwaba
Helicopter and aeroplane pilot, educator, and founder of Girls Fly Africa
Girls Fly Africa
Episode: How to empower the next generation of pilots | Refilwe Ledwaba
Meghan Hussey
Disability Inclusion Advocate
Episode: Interview: 4 ways to design a disability-friendly future with BJ Miller
Myriam Sidibe
Founder of Brands on a Mission, public health advocate
Brands on a Mission
Episode: What sex, soap and alcohol taught me about making an impact | Myriam Sidibe
Esther Duflo
Economist and Nobel laureate advocating for public redistribution to combat climate injustice.
Episode: Tax the rich — and save the planet | from TED Talks Daily
Samir Ibrahim
CEO of SunCulture, focused on providing solar-powered irrigation solutions for farmers.
SunCulture
Episode: Tech Solutions (#1): The affordable tech that will revolutionize farming (with Samir Ibrahim and Josephine Waweru)
Josephine Waweru
Smallholder farmer from Sagana, Kenya, who uses SunCulture's solar pump technology.
Episode: Tech Solutions (#1): The affordable tech that will revolutionize farming (with Samir Ibrahim and Josephine Waweru)
Anuj Tanna
Entrepreneur and investor focused on Africa's hustle culture
Mesh
Episode: A traditional job isn’t the only path to success | TED Talks Daily
Pat Wood
Head of Texas Public Utility Commission
Episode: How Texas became America’s biggest producer of wind energy | Speed & Scale

Host

Modupe Akinola
Host of TED Business, sharing powerful ideas and actionable insights related to business and leadership.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 3k ratings
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    Apple Podcasts
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    噼里啪啦3412267
    China2 months ago
  • Good content, too many ads

    Lots of great speakers and talks, but I don’t think I can listen anymore with the number of ads. It’s insane.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Tacoboi
    United States3 months ago
  • I'm nearly 5 minutes in and still ads, no content. This podcast hasn't gone downhill it's dead. It's an Ad with a little podcast bit.

    Podcast Addict
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    Foundations531
    a year ago
  • More ads than content.

    Wow so many ads. I’m in subscribing.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Donn12345
    United Statesa year ago
  • Too many commercials

    I subscribed to listen to a podcast, but there’s only about 5 minutes of content and 10 minutes of commercials.

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#140
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#161
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#158
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#170
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#184
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#197
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The surprisingly simple reason teams fail | Tessa West
Q: What made you feel like you couldn't ask for clarification in your workplace?
People often feel embarrassed to ask for clarification because they believe everyone else already understands the topic at hand.
The surprisingly simple reason teams fail | Tessa West
Q: What are we supposed to do with all of this mess if we want to make smarter team decisions?
We should normalize clarifying questions, state the obvious at the beginning of meetings, and ensure critical information is explicitly shared among team members.
Be Kind: The Most Overlooked Driver of Success | From Think Fast Talk Smart
Q: Are there times where being kind at work can put you at a disadvantage?
While kindness is crucial, it can create challenges such as slower decision-making, but it's essential that kindness doesn't equate to being too nice, which might prevent necessary tough conversations.
Be Kind: The Most Overlooked Driver of Success | From Think Fast Talk Smart
Q: Can you define what you mean by kindness and share some of the value it can provide to all of us in the workplace?
Kindness involves taking intentional actions for the betterment of people under your care, and it can lead to better interpersonal dynamics and well-being. It can improve retention, decrease absenteeism, and enhance productivity.
How business leaders can renew democracy | Daniella Ballou-Aares (re-release)
Q: What would you say to someone who wants to start a Leadership Now project in another country?
Daniella encourages them to identify existing networks that can mobilize efforts for democracy. She highlights the importance of harnessing local connections and alumni networks as initial foundations.

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Frequently Asked Questions About TED Business

What is TED Business about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Aimed at individuals seeking insights into the ever-evolving landscape of business, this podcast offers listeners a potent blend of thought-provoking TED Talks and practical applications for their own lives. Key themes frequently explored include leadership strategies, workplace dynamics, social justice, and the impact of external factors on business innovation and personal growth. The host, Modupe Akinola, brings her expertise from Columbia Business School, encouraging listeners to rethink traditional business concepts while introducing novel perspectives that challenge the status quo. This podcast is particularly noteworthy for its focus on actionable takeaways that listeners can implement, bridging the gap between theory and real-world a... more

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1. Bonnie Hayden Cheng
2. Refilwe Ledwaba
3. Meghan Hussey
4. Myriam Sidibe
5. Esther Duflo
6. Samir Ibrahim
7. Josephine Waweru
8. Anuj Tanna

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