 The workplace is seen a meritocracy, where you can succeed by putting your head down and working hard. But take it from Wall Street veteran Carla Harris: that's a myth. The key to actually getting ahead? Get a sponsor: a person who will speak on your behalf in the top-level, closed-door meetings you're not invited to (yet). Learn how to identify and develop a productive sponsor relationship in this candid, powerful talk. Watch »  Humans are no longer valued for our creativity, says media theorist Douglas Rushkoff -- in a world dominated by digital technology, we're more and more just valued for our data. In a passionate talk, Rushkoff urges us to stop using tech to optimize people -- and start using it to build a future centered on human values of connection, creativity and respect. "Join 'Team Human.' Find the others," he says. "Together let's make the future we always wanted." Watch » |  Here's an unusual and moving holiday story. When a parent is sent to prison, a collateral victim of their crimes are their own children, left without stability, support and that parent-child connection vital for any kid. In a heartfelt talk, Alan Crickmore shows how one charity is keeping families connected through the simple act of storytelling -- and inspiring parents to build better lives after serving their time. Watch »  How do you talk to someone who doesn't believe in climate change? In this warm, pragmatic talk, climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe suggests that the key to a real discussion is to connect over your shared values -- and prompt people to realize that they already care about a changing climate. "We can't give in to despair," she says. "We have to go out and look for the hope we need to inspire us to act -- and that hope begins with a conversation, today." Watch » | |
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