
Five things to do in virtual reality – and five to avoid
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A review of experimental research reveals how VR is best used and why it’s struggled to become a megahit with consumers.

Six steps to active listening
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Active listening is key to avoiding misunderstandings and fostering effective communication – especially on divisive topics.

A 24-hour phone-free challenge to fight digital addiction
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Anna Lembke, an addiction expert at Stanford Medicine, says these steps can help you reset reward pathways and break free of your device.

Stanford career coach shares tips on looking your best on-screen
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Shibani Joshi, an MSx and alumni career coach at the Career Management Center, offers easy ways to improve your on-camera appearance.

Books to help you disagree productively in 2025
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It’s a time of sharp division. A Stanford Law scholar says this reading list teaches the skills to work effectively across difference, deepening human connection and creating the conditions for positive change.

How to keep winter bugs at bay
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Stanford experts share best practices for protecting yourself and your family from the season’s respiratory viruses. Spoiler: It’s not too late to get a flu shot.

How to pick – and solve – the next great problem
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Bioengineering Professor Michael Fischbach shares his framework for choosing impactful problems to work on and finding optimal solutions.

How to be a better negotiator
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Check your biases, be prepared, and ask for what you want: Stanford Graduate School of Business faculty share their tips for getting the most from a negotiation.

7 things to know about open science at Stanford
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Russell Poldrack, Zach Chandler, and Francesca Vera talk about open science practices at Stanford and how they’re changing academia.

Connect with personalized career development resources
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Two STAP-eligible programs help staff develop critical skills and navigate career paths.