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Meaningful Brand Mentors Christophe Fauconnier's Talk About Social Business Explains Archetypes

In his talk about social business, Christophe Fauconnier describes the archetypes companies need to turn businesses into meaningful brands. The three unlikely “mentors” work together to...[More]

Minimalist Lifestyle Philosophies Colin Wright's Talk About Intentionality is on Authenticity

In his talk about intentionality, Colin Wright explains how to live a life that reflects the best version of yourself. The writer shares a glimpse into his own lifestyle, which involves moving every...[More]

Short-Term Employment Attitudes Therese Hayes's Talk About Career Paths Discusses Changing Jobs

In her talk about career paths, Therese Hayes explores the benefits of change, especially when it comes to work life. The speaker shares some research on change, such as the Life Change Index Scale...[More]

Cultural Success Lessons Leila Hoteit's Talk About Empowerment is on Professional Arab Women

In her talk about empowerment, Leila Hoteit shares lessons she learned as a professional Arab woman. The engineer and advocate explains “although western women love to give us poor, oppressed...[More]

Inclusive Views of Globalization Alexander Betts's Brexit Talk Discusses Division and Democracy

In his Brexit talk, Alexander Betts explains why the event happened and discusses what it represents broadly. The social scientist believes the response, both in Great Britain and around the world,...[More]

Simple Job Focuses Chris Savage's Speech on Sales Tells Entrepreneurs To Stop Pitching Investors

In his speech on sales, Chris Savage explains why entrepreneurs should stop pitching and where they should refocus their efforts. The founder of True Honey Teas shares some of his journey and the...[More]

Sustainable School Systems Tim Cole's Talk About Organizational Change is on Virginia Beach

In his talk about organizational change, Tim Cole explains how he has been involved in sustainable school systems in Virginia Beach and how to create culture change globally. The environmental...[More]

Designing for Less Distractions Tristan Harris's Talk About Time Discusses Addiction to Technology

In his talk about time and spending it well, Tristan Harris explains how better technology design could prevent people from getting so distracted. Rather than having to choose between being online...[More]

The Paradoxes of Success Monikah Ogando's Talk About Professional Development is on Strengths

In her talk about professional development, Monikah Ogando explains how to unlock your inner CEO. The speaker shares some of her personal story translating for her parents and being a high...[More]

Breaking Glass Ceilings Hillary Clinton's Nomination Speech is on Public Service and Female Rights

In her historic nomination speech, Hillary Clinton accepts the Democratic nomination for the American presidency. The first female candidate for the President of the United States, the former...[More]

Enduring American Values VP Joe Biden's Patriotic Speech is Very Critical of Donald Trump

In his patriotic speech, Vice President Joe Biden endorses Hillary Clinton for the next President of the United States at the Democratic National Convention. The speaker staunchly expresses his...[More]

Tenacious Government Leaders Barack Obama's Speech About America Encourages Citizens to Vote

In his speech about America, US President Barack Obama explains why his former rival and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton should be the next President of the United States. The POTUS took the...[More]

Building a Better Future Michelle Obama's Powerful DNC 2016 Speech Spoke About Future Generations

In her game-changing DNC 2016 speech, First Lady of the United States Michelle Obama completely changed the political atmosphere with a rallying cry for unity. In her passionate endorsement of...[More]

Change-Makers' Legacies Bill Clinton's DNC Speech on Change Describes the Work of His Wife

In his Democratic National Convention speech on change, former President Bill Clinton spoke in glowing terms about his wife and current Democratic candidate for the presidency of the United States,...[More]

The Greatness of Diversity Michelle Obama's Talk About Diversity is a 2016 Commencement Address

In her talk about diversity, First Lady of the United States Michelle Obama shares an inspiring message with the CCNY graduating class of 2016. The speaker discusses the varied backgrounds of the...[More]

Unleashing Employee Motivation Kerry Goyette's Speech on Motivation Discusses Factors of Success

In her speech on motivation, Kerry Goyette shares tips that contribute to successful teams. The consultant shares myths about motivation, such as it is just about energy and it is a one size fits...[More]

Moving Past Hardships Sheryl Sandberg's Speech About Death is on Overcoming Stunning Setbacks

In her speech about death, Sheryl Sandberg shares the lessons she learned in the year following the unexpected passing of her husband with the graduating class of 2016. The emotional commencement...[More]

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Dealing With Demagogues Michael Bloomberg's Talk About Partisanship Offers Political Advice

In his talk about partisanship, Michael Bloomberg discusses politics and the current state of democracy with the class of 2016. The commencement address lists traits of success, including working...[More]

Building on the Past Steven Spielberg's Talk About Intuition Discusses Creating the Future

In his talk about intuition, Steven Spielberg gives advice to Harvard’s graduating class. The commencement address explains how creating the future is about looking to the past. The renowned...[More]

Telling Your Story Lin-Manuel Miranda's Talk on Stories Discusses Anecdotes That Resonate

In his talk on stories, Lin-Manuel Miranda explains the importance of sharing your story. The actor and writer gives an entertaining commencement address to the graduating class of the University of...[More]

Learning to Listen The Speech on Listening Given by Author John Green Analyzes Adulthood Fears

In his speech on listening, John Green discusses the horrors of adulthood. The author gave the commencement address at his alma mater, Kenyon College, giving the class of 2016 some valuable life...[More]

A New Digital Currency Charles Ehredt's Talk About Global Currency is on Financial Services Costs

In his talk about global currency, Charles Ehredt discusses loyalty points and revamping the financial services industry. The speaker shares several shocking statistics surrounding problems in...[More]

Socially Conscious Consumers David Simnick's Speech on Authenticity Delves Into Consumer Behavior

In his speech on authenticity, David Simnick explains why great leaders need authenticity. The CEO and Co-founder of SoapBox Soaps goes further to explore why some movements fail and “those...[More]

Starting a Business Young Becky McKinnell's Speech on Courage Discusses Entrepreneurship

In her speech on courage, Becky McKinnell explains why you should not wait to be a certain age to start your own business. The entrepreneur started her own business at the age of 22 and shares the...[More]

Yearly Wisdom From Literature Joshua Prager's Aging Talk Discusses the Wisdom of Writers Past

In his aging talk, Joshua Prager shares wisdom in literature for every year in life. The journalist and author recently wrote a book on the topic called ‘100 Years.’ The very poetic...[More]

The Search for Passion Terri Trespicio's Passion Talk Focuses on Doing, Not Deliberating

In her passion talk, Terri Trespicio explains why people need to stop searching for their passions. The branding strategist states it is a dangerously limiting belief to think you have one singular...[More]

Satellites for Good Rohini Swaminathan's Talk About Natural Disasters is on the Impoverished

In her talk about natural disasters, Rohini Swaminathan explains how geomatics can be used to help the most poor and vulnerable populations. The “satellite humanitarian” defines...[More]

Rethinking Addiction Johann Hari's Addiction Talk Explores the Innate Human Need for Connection

In his addiction talk, Johann Hari explains why the war on drugs isn’t working and why almost everything we think we know about addiction is wrong. The speaker shares several psychological...[More]

Designing for Trust Joe Gebbia's Trust Speech Shares Lessons From Airbnb and the Sharing Economy

In his trust speech, Joe Gebbia explains how the company he founded, Airbnb, designs for trust. The entrepreneur explains the challenges something like his platform encounters in building trust...[More]

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A Better Justice System Adam Foss's Speech on Criminal Justice Discusses Necessary Reform

In his speech on criminal justice, prosecutor Adam Foss shares his vision for reform. Based in Boston, the speaker asks why spend exorbitant amounts of money to keep people in jail for life instead...[More]

Ideological Approaches to Poverty Arthur Brooks's Poverty Speech is on Bridging Political Divides

In his poverty speech, Arthur Brooks explains why conservatives and liberals need to work together. The social scientist and former French horn player shares five reasons why 2 billion people were...[More]

Re-Entering the Workforce Carol Fishman Cohen's Speech on Work is for Experienced Individuals

In her speech on work, Carol Fishman Cohen explains how to rejoin the workforce after taking a career break. The expert in career re-entry describes a group of people she calls ‘relaunchers,&#...[More]

Why Companies Fail Knut Haanaes's Talk About Business Strategy is on Exploration and Expiration

In his talk about business strategy, Knut Haanaes discusses the question of whether it is possible to run a company successfully while also reinventing it. The business strategist shares two reasons...[More]

Creating a Better Government Haley Van Dyck's Government Talk is on Providing Digital Services

In her government talk, Haley Van Dyck explains how a startup in the White House is creating radical change by improving the way America delivers critical services. The speaker believes the “...[More]

Behaviors of Original Thinkers Adam Grant's Talk About Creativity Discusses Non-Comformists

In his talk about creativity, Adam Grant explains a group of people he calls originals, who are non-conforming, ideating, action-taking part of the population who drive change. The speech lists the...[More]

Nurturing Entrepreneurial Minds Shoel Perelman's Talk About Startup Mentality is on Individuals

In his talk about startup mentality, Shoel Perelman explains how an organization can nurture innovation and its “internal rebels.” The intrepreneur and computer software executive...[More]

Solving Global Problems Jared Kleinert's Millennials Talk is on Achieving Exponential Success

In his millennials talk, Jared Kleinert explains why young people have never had so much power and potential to change the world. The 19 year old speaker shares lessons learned from other...[More]

Focusing on Skills Kirsten Hall's Women in Business Talk Explores New Ideas in Gender Equality

In her women in business talk, Kirsten Hall explains why she has decided to resign from networks and events that celebrate her gender in the workplace. The speaker believes that, although this is...[More]

Empathy in Finances Suzanne Case's Talk About Literature is on Preventing Global Problems

In her talk about literature, Suzanne Case draws links between reading literary fiction and preventing the next financial crisis. The banker and English lit grad believes reading literature...[More]

The Process of Success The Talk About Hard Work by Reese Hoffa is on His Personal Journey

In his talk about hard work, Olympian Reese Hoffa explains how success is in the process. Many young people today are under the impression that a medal, trophy or tangible symbol is required to be...[More]

Sound Sustainable Investing Audrey Choi's Investing Talk is on Making a Profit and Doing Good

In her sustainable investing talk, Audrey Choi explains how big corporations and positive social change can go hand in hand. The speaker shows how it is possible to make a profit while also making a...[More]

The Pursuit of Good Enough Charly Haversat's Talk About Perfection is on the Nirvana Fallacy

In her talk about perfection, Charly Haversat discusses the negative ramifications of our society’s obsession with perfection. Also known as the Nirvana Fallacy, this obsession is defined by...[More]

Change at Work The Speech About Work by Leslie Perlow is on How Teams Can Own Their Time

In her speech about work, Leslie Perlow explains how to thrive in an overconnected world. The ethnographer and Harvard Business School professor shares two studies she conducted about the way people...[More]

Digital Brand Interactions David Segal’s Talk on Customer Service Praises the Use of Social Media

During this talk on customer service, David Segal presents his support for the use of social media regarding brand and consumer relationships. Segal’s New York Times column titled ‘Haggler,’...[More]

Community-Based Workplaces Tamar Elkeles’ Talk on Livelihood Reflects on Community-Focused Brands

During this brief, yet insightful talk on livelihood, Tamar Elkeles shares some key factors that are shaping the modern workplace. The first thing she notes, is that women need to be placed in more...[More]

Creating New Outlooks Kevin Pearce’s Talk on Perseverance Reveals How He Overcame Physical Trauma

During this talk on perseverance, Kevin Pearce shares his touching story about overcoming physical injuries in order to create a happier outlook on life. Pearce’s exhilarating, but short-lived...[More]

Daring Cartoonists Dan Murphy’s Talk on Expression Promotes Artistic Freedom of Thought

Throughout this talk on expression, Dan Murphy says that cartoonists have a job beyond creating images or making people laugh. These artists are also working to undermine pomp, question authority...[More]

Hybrid Business Ideas Steve Wilson’s Talk on Creativity Encourages Risk-Taking Pursuits

During this talk on creativity, Steve Wilson, founder of ‘21c Museum Hotels,’ explains how his childhood dreams manifested into an adulthood reality. His talk begins from the very...[More]

Creating a Tech Culture Anil Dash’s Talk About Apps Explains His Approach to Building a Community

Anil Dash’s talk about apps presents a new way of thinking about the way technology culture is combined with creative culture. Furthermore, Dash says that since the average person spends three...[More]

Rethinking Capitalism Casey Gerald’s Talk About Purpose Reveals the New Playbook of Change

Casey Gerald’s talk about purpose explains the importance of rethinking business, entrepreneurship and capitalism. During this inspirational speech, he declares that each person already knows what...[More]

Learning By Doing Miranda West’s Talk on Literature Says that Books Can Inspire Action

During this talk on literature, Miranda West explains how her perspective on books ultimately led to a successful entrepreneurial career. She believes that “the right book in the hands of the...[More]

Self Rejuvenation Marcus Veerman’s Talk on Play Says Finding Balance is Essential to Happiness

As the founder of ‘Playful,’ Marcus Veerman is the ideal candidate to deliver this talk on play. His entire speech is built upon the notion that as human beings, we all need time to rest, relax...[More]

Technological Neuroscience Meron Gribetz’s Talk on Tech Reveals the Mind as an Operating System

During this talk on tech, Meron Gribetz introduces the latest augmentation headset, which is called ‘Meta 2.’ The breakthrough idea behind this device was to produce something that...[More]

Tech-Based Crime Reports Jessica Ladd’s Talk on Assault Suggests an Electronic Reporting System

During this brief but informative talk on assault, Jessica Ladd shares her vision of a tech-based reporting system that would allow sexual assault victims to electronically report these crimes....[More]

Achieving Bliss James Wallman’s Talk on Experientialism Shows Materialism is Irrelevant to Joy

During his talk on experientialism, James Wallman shares insights on how and why experiences lead to happiness, rather than material items. His talk begins by explaining how the consumer revolution...[More]

Youthful Perspectives This Talk About Science Proves Inexperience Can Yield Breakthrough Results

Ciara Judge and Emer Hickey’s talk about science reveals how they developed a breakthrough in the food industry at the young age of 14. Their talk discusses how being curious and asking questions...[More]

Launching Small Ideas Matt Lane’s Lecture on Entrepreneurship Reinforces Thinking in the Present

During his witty lecture on entrepreneurship, Matt Lane explains how his business started—even before he was ready to launch a company. The idea for his business, ‘BeerBod’ began during...[More]

Entrepreneurial Doubt Rohan Gunatillake’s Talk on Fear Shows that Motivation Can Overcome Panic

During his talk on fear, Rohan Gunatillake explores the motivational factors associated with the term ‘FOMO’ (fear of missing out). As an entrepreneur himself, Gunatillake knows what it feels...[More]

The Risks of Hesitation Tim Urban’s Talk on Procrastination Explores Long and Short-Term Goals

In this intelligent and humorous talk on procrastination, Tim Urban reveals the three portions of the human psyche that alter one’s ability to reach goals. Urban believes that the three key...[More]

Embracing Awkwardness Kelly Sue DeConnick’s Talk on Discomfort Uses Superhero Anecdotes

As a comic book writer, Kelly Sue DeConnick’s talk on discomfort reveals her strategies about how to embrace and grow from awkward situations. She says that working in an industry that is...[More]

Business Rookie Perks Susan Gregg Koger’s Talk on Fashion Proves Inexperience Can Lead to Success

During her talk on fashion and business, Susan Gregg Koger elaborates on her personal process and describes how she created an online clothing business from scratch. Using her experiences, she...[More]

Revolutionary Work Spaces Clive Wilkinson’s Talk on Office Culture Focuses on Design and Layout

Since most adults spend a majority of their waking hours at work, this talk on office culture discusses how to design stimulating and creative work environments. Wilkinson says there are six factors...[More]

Supporting Open Innovation Chris Anderson's Talk on Technology Narrates the Success of His Company

Throughout this talk on technology, Chris Anderson engages the audience with a personal anecdote that depicts the success of his company, ‘3D Robotics.’ He delves into specifications and...[More]

Human Hybridization Eric Liu’s Talk About Hybridity Suggests People are a Product of Innovation

During Eric Liu’s talk about hybridity, he explores the idea of recent evolution by suggesting that his own human makeup is a mashed-up, multicultural hybrid, with traces of Captain Kirk....[More]

The Future of Farming Caleb Harper’s Talk on Agriculture Explains How He Created a Miniature Farm

While addressing the global food crisis in his talk on agriculture, Caleb Harper presents and describes his invention called ‘CitiFARM.’ This indoor farming unit is essentially a miniature crop...[More]

Humanizing Big Data Giorgia Lupi’s Speech About Data Converts Robotic Algorithms to Human Emotions

During Giorgia Lupi’s speech about data, she transforms complex charts and numerical figures into relatable images. This idea of humanizing data was explored during a project titled ‘Friends in...[More]

Encouraging Female Bravery Reshma Saujani’s Talk About Bravery Focuses on Female Empowerment

During this talk about bravery, speaker Reshma Saujani emphasizes the importance of empowering girls to be just as fearless as their male counterparts. The talk challenges traditional gender norms...[More]

The Power of Listening Celeste Headlee’s Talk on Conversation Explains Vital Communication Skills

In this humorous and engaging talk on conversation, speaker Celeste Headlee discusses ten ways to significantly improve one’s communication skills. The speech emphasizes the importance of having...[More]

The Future of Fashion Danit Peleg's Talk About 3D Printing Discusses New Materials in Clothing

In her talk about 3D printing, Danit Peleg shows how it is possible to download and print an entire fashion line at home. The designer shares how in her final year at school she began a project to...[More]

Lessons in Entrepreneurship Stefano Mosconi's Talk About Entrepreneurs Shares a Success Story

In his talk about entrepreneurs, Stefano Moscani shares the story behind the startup he founded and lessons about entrepreneurship in general. The speaker states that his company Jolla would not...[More]

Finding Your Value Trista Sutter's Talk About Self-Worth Discusses the Importance of Motherhood

In her talk about self-worth, Trista Sutter discusses the difficulty in confronting your own inner demons. Best known as a reality television star and the first ever Bachelorette, the speaker...[More]

Technology as a Choice Janell Burley Hofman's Teen-Oriented Talk About Technology is on Outlook

In her talk about technology, Janell Burley Hofman speaks to a Generation X-comprised audience about being “digital directors” who shape and lead the rest of society. Through her work...[More]

Fixing Economic Growth Dambisa Moyo's Talk on Economic Growth Encourages New Ways of Thinking

In her talk on economic growth, Dambisa Moyo states “economic growth is the defining challenge of our time.” The economist says it has stalled and it is time to fix it. Both developed...[More]

Stereotype-Combating Education Reform Domenico Randazzo's Talk on Millennials Describes a Plan

In his talk on millennials, Domenico Randazzo outlines his strategy to destroy the millennial stereotype and replace it with a generation that brings about positive change with a four step plan...[More]

Virtual Reality and the News Nonny de la Peña's Talk About Journalism is on New Technology

In her talk about journalism, Nonny de la Peña discusses how virtual reality can be used to expand empathy and make people care about important news stories. The technological development allows...[More]

Different Kinds of Leaders The Speech About Leadership From Dr. Eric Hollis Values Tenacity

In his youth-oriented speech about leadership, Dr. Eric Hollis describes different kinds of leaders and shares the importance of tenacity. Based on his personal experiences in the United States Navy,...[More]

The Realization of Ideas Michael Siegmund's Talk About Innovation is on Personality Differences

In his talk about innovation, Michael Siegmund aims to clear up a common misunderstanding and differentiate between an idea and innovation. The speech is on understanding your individual preferences...[More]

Practicing Emotional Fitness Dr. Tom Mulholland's Mental Health Talk is on Positive Thinking

In his mental health talk, Dr. Tom Mulholland explains how to build a healthy mind and maintain emotional fitness. The author and speaker describes the difference between hardware and software when...[More]

Serving Your Employees Ian Fuhr's Speech on Servant Leadership is a New Way of Working Well

In his speech on servant leadership, Ian Fuhr states the purpose of work is to serve the wants and needs of people, not to make money. The serial entrepreneur believes there is no such thing as a...[More]

Breaking Bad Habits Judson Brewer's Talk on Mindfulness Encourages Curiosity and Awareness

In his talk on mindfulness, Judson Brewer offers a simple strategy to get rid of a bad habit. The psychiatrist explains the role evolution plays and how the human brain reacts to positive and...[More]

Redesigning Social Media Experiences Wael Ghonim's Talk About Polarization is on Driving Change

In his talk about polarization, Wael Ghonim encourages people to design experiences in social media that can create lasting change. Known for his involvement in the Arab Spring, the speaker explains...[More]

Skills Children Need Alec Ross's Talk About Industries of the Future Offers Hopeful Lessons

In his talk about industries of the future, Alec Ross explains what people can do to compete and position themselves for economic security tomorrow. Hillary Clinton’s Senior Advisor for...[More]

Superheroes of Innovation Terry Stuart's Talk About Teams Explains the Personalities Projects Need

In his talk about teams, Terry Stuart discusses “the marvel of innovation” and the seven superheroes you need at your organization for any project to be successful. Deloitte Canada’...[More]

Context in Social Measurements Jillian Ney's Speech on Social Media Breaks Down the Vanity Matrix

In her speech on social media, Jillian Ney explains why its value lies in data. The first doctor of social media uses her background in social media intelligence and consumer behavior research to...[More]

Information-Clarifying Design Jenny Rankin's Data Talk is on the Visualization of Information

In her data talk, Jenny Rankin explains why data should be treated like over-the-counter medication. The speaker uses historical examples to demonstrate the importance of effectively communicating...[More]

The Downsides of Social Media Samia Khan's Social Media Presentation Discusses Mental Health

In her social media presentation, Samia Khan discusses the negative side of the social networking sites and apps people use to create and share content. The college student shares several statistics...[More]

Lack-Driven Self-Discovery Paula Constant's Talk About Imperfection Seeks to Redefine Success

In her talk about imperfection, Paula Constant asks ‘what is success?’ The speaker and author shares her own journey walking and backpacking through eight countries. At the heart of her...[More]

Making Hostile Environments Habitable Lucianne Walkowicz's Speech on Mars is on Preserving Earth

In her speech on Mars, Lucianne Walkowicz explains why she disagrees with viewing it as a backup planet. The stellar astronomer discusses exploring the universe for habitable planets, or what she...[More]

Building Businesses Locally Mark Essien's Business Speech is on Creating a Company in Nigeria

In his business speech, Mark Essien shares part of his journey moving back from Germany to Nigeria and starting a company there. The African software developer believes to build a business you...[More]

Acquiring Any New Skill The Talk About Learning Skills by Anxo Perez Shares Eight Secrets

In his talk about learning skills, Anxo Perez explains the eight secrets to acquiring any skill. This is something he calls the 8Belts Method. In just a few months, anyone can use these eight steps...[More]

Solving Societal Problems Edwina Liu's Talk About Scientific Research Encourages Young People

In her talk about scientific research, high school student Edwina Liu explores the idea of moving from a ‘thinker’ to a ‘doer.’ Despite her young age, the speaker encourages...[More]

Solving Graduate Underemployment Richard Tuck's Talk About Unemployment Attacks Institutions

In his talk about unemployment, Richard Tuck explains how graduate employment metrics cause graduate underemployment. The professor and CEO drops several statistics on the subject, like in the...[More]

Innovation's Accelerating Rate Karl Seiler's Lecture on Innovation Discusses the Struggle to Adapt

In his lecture on innovation, Karl Seiler discusses technology and acceleration. The entrepreneur and programmer states the “difference between the technical capability and readiness to deploy...[More]