/"In a leadership role, communication is so much more about connecting with people, establishing shared humanity, motivating, inspiring and sometimes challenging them./"

On August 1, 2024, Jonathan D. Levin (https://www.gsb.stanford.edu/faculty-research/faculty/jonathan-levin), the tenth dean of Stanford Graduate School of Business, was named president of Stanford University. In this Think Fast, Talk Smart episode from 2022, Levin reflects on the importance of communication as a leader. There is a balance, he says, when you are direct in your dialogue while also "leaving space for people to form their own opinions, discuss ideas, debate."

Episode reference links:
Stanford Profile: Jonathan Levin (https://www.gsb.stanford.edu/faculty-research/faculty/jonathan-levin) Original Episode: Episode 68 Guideline vs. Dialogue: Communicating Better as a Leader Website (https:// www. gsb.stanford.edu/insights/directive-speech-vs-dialogue-communicating-better-leader) / YouTube (https://youtu.be/MOE22u96-qI?feature=shared)

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Chapters:

(00:00:00) Introduction

Host Matt Abrahams introduces guest Jon Levin, dean of Stanford Graduate School of Business.

(00:01:33) Evolution of communication in leadership

How Jon's communication has evolved throughout his career.

(00:03:30) Best practices in leadership communications

Communicate clearly in times of uncertainty and challenge.

(00:06:16) The future of communication in business

The role of communication in business leadership and education.

(00:07:00) Teaching capitalism amid social issues

How Stanford GSB teaches students about capitalism while tackling modern challenges.

(00:10:35) Expanding business education

Stanford GSB's initiatives to reach and educate a broader audience.

(00:13:02) The last three questions

John shares his best communication advice, a communicator he admires and ingredients for successful communication.

(00:15:17) Conclusion

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