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Join Cornell University's most celebrated scholars and industry experts for candid conversations that enlighten and challenge. From finance and tech to arts and culture, the Cornell Keynotes podcast hosted by eCornell delivers timely discussions on trending topics and current events.

  1. 6D AGO

    Boost Your Influence: Insider Strategies for Earning Major Media Attention

    The ability to gain major media attention can significantly impact the success of an initiative, yet some organizations consistently achieve better coverage than others. Understanding how journalists and producers at leading U.S. news networks select stories for broadcast is crucial for anyone seeking media coverage. Often, small adjustments in the approach can determine whether a media pitch hits the target or misses the mark. In this special conversation with two senior media and policy insiders who operated at the highest levels of U.S. politics, you'll discover the mindset and specific mechanisms for significantly increasing your chances of gaining major media coverage of your initiatives and priorities. MaryAlice Parks, former ABC News White House Correspondent, and Mark Bayer, former U.S. Senate Chief of Staff and faculty author of eCornell's “Media Strategy for Policy and PR” certificate program, will share proven insider approaches for earning major media coverage. What You'll Learn: What network news producers look for when deciding which stories to coverHow to package your pitch for network news coverage so it stands out from the crowdCommon mistakes to avoid if you want to earn national media coverage of your issue or priorityInsight into pitches that succeeded in earning network TV coverage---- Turn powerful communication into decisive leadership. The 18-month, mostly online Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) equips working professionals to lead across sectors with clarity and confidence. Get EMPA details here https://publicpolicy.cornell.edu/masters/mpa/empa/ 📍Communication is step one. Our 2-year residential MPA builds on it with data fluency, interdisciplinary tools, and real-world experience to launch your path to public service leadership. Request MPA info here https://hubs.li/Q03z2XdG0 Mark Bayer’s Media Strategy for Policy and PR Cornell Certificate Program: https://tinyurl.com/27t49ejl Mark’s free newsletter “One for the Week” https://OneForTheWeek.com       Follow eCornell on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and X.

    34 min

  2. SEP 23

    The Future of Work and Technology Matching Jobs to People in the 21st Century

    The coming years are likely to see substantial changes in the nature of work and in how people find jobs. Over the last two decades, much of the job search and recruitment activity has moved online. In this Keynote, Professors Michèle Belot and Jason Sockin will discuss ongoing research on how digital technologies can be used to improve the process of matching jobs to people. Professor Belot, who leads the Cornell Job Search Lab, develops and evaluates digital tools aimed at forming better matches and navigating structural changes, while Professor Sockin brings expertise in labor economics and the shifting dynamics of work. This session will explore how technology can drive better job matches and address the challenges of a transforming labor market. What You'll Learn: The digital tools currently developed to match workers to jobsA look at the potential challenges with using AI in recommendation systemsHow you can participate in ongoing research to evaluate novel digital toolsThe Cornell ILR Job Search Lab  Follow eCornell on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and X.

    45 min

  3. SEP 4

    Disrupting Traditional Banking: The AI-Powered Fintech Revolution

    AI is transforming industries worldwide, with banking at the forefront of this revolution. The fintech sector offers unprecedented opportunities to modernize financial services and make them more accessible to everyone. Join us for an insightful discussion with two industry leaders: Lutz Finger from Cornell University and Colin Walsh, Founder and Board Director of Varo Bank — the first fintech company to receive a U.S. national banking license. Our panel will explore how AI is revolutionizing banking, ways to expand financial access through technology, opportunities for disruption in fintech, and why successful implementation matters more than the technology itself. Don't miss this opportunity to learn how AI is shaping the future of financial services. Follow eCornell on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and X.

    42 min

  4. AUG 8

    The AI Talent Shift: How To Lead and Transform Your Team

    Cornell Keynotes brings together Keith Cowing, executive coach and lecturer in Cornell’s MBA program, and Dan Van Tran, CTO of Collectors Holdings, to consider questions with huge consequences: What is AI doing to teams, talent, and labor? How can you leverage AI today to improve your product, your company, yourself, and your team? What happens if you don’t and your competitors do? In a fast-moving conversation, Keith and Dan share how today’s sharpest leaders are adopting AI-native workflows, collapsing the talent stack, stripping out middle management, and rewarding leaders and team members with multiple specialties. You’ll come away with a concrete playbook to sharpen uniquely human skills, pair them with AI superpowers, and deliver the kind of exponential impact today’s market demands. What You'll Learn How AI is reshaping organizations, particularly in reducing middle management layers and favoring multi-skilled professionals who can work with AI toolsThe strategic importance of adopting AI-native workflows and the potential competitive disadvantages of delayed AI implementationHow to combine uniquely human capabilities with AI capabilities to dramatically increase productivity and create exceptional value Follow eCornell on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and X.

    54 min

  5. JUL 22

    The Art of Building Influence: Five Key Components of Emotional Intelligence

    Unlock the transformative potential of emotional intelligence (EI) and its role in shaping personal and professional success. How does developing EI help us build stronger relationships, improve decision making, and become more effective leaders in today’s interconnected world? Join Nicola Fabrizio from Cornell’s Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy as he explores the five fundamental components of emotional intelligence: self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, social skills, and motivation. This session will highlight how mastering these interconnected skills can empower individuals to understand and manage emotions effectively, fostering resilience and collaboration in both personal and professional spheres. Discover how practices like mindfulness, active listening, and seeking feedback can serve as powerful tools to enhance emotional intelligence and create lasting impacts in your relationships, career, and community. This engaging discussion will equip you with actionable insights to navigate challenges, build meaningful connections, and succeed in your journey while positively influencing those around you. What You’ll Learn: How the five components of emotional intelligence can positively influence or  transform your approach to leadershipPractical techniques to stay composed and remain effective during tough challengesHow to better understand interpersonal dynamics and build stronger professional relationships within your team and throughout your organizationStrategies to get better at communication and become more influential in your position    Follow eCornell on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and X.

    32 min

  6. JUL 15

    Stopping Forced Labor How Policy Changes Could Affect Workers, Businesses, and Nations

    As the Trump administration rewrites U.S. trade policy and 2025 European Union rules banning goods made with forced labor go into effect, many questions about trade’s global impact have arisen. Some of what we buy worldwide is produced by an estimated 28 workers in forced-labor situations. New government leaders in Washington and Brussels will influence how forced labor is uncovered as well as how regulations to control it are developed, enforced, or even reversed. Join Jason Judd of the Global Labor Institute (GLI) at Cornell’s ILR School and two global labor governance experts, Samira Rafaela and Kelly Fay Rodríguez, as they discuss different approaches being taken by the U.S. and European countries and how those differences could unfold for individuals, companies, and consumers. Follow eCornell on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and X.

    48 min

  7. JUN 24

    AI in the EU: Inside the Continental Action Plan

    The European Commission launched its AI Continent Action Plan, signaling a commitment to a more proactive role in the global AI ecosystem. Join Cornell’s Lutz Finger and Lucilla Sioli, Director of the European Commission’s AI Office, as they explore the EU’s bold and optimistic vision of becoming the “AI Continent.” From cutting-edge AI factories and gigafactories to trusted data spaces and talent development, this Keynote highlights how Europe is building a uniquely powerful AI ecosystem rooted in collaboration, excellence, and democratic values. Follow eCornell on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and X.

    39 min

  8. JUN 16

    Does Diversity Influence Creativity? The Psychology and Science of Workplace Creative Outcomes

    Join Devon Proudfoot from Cornell’s ILR School as we discuss her groundbreaking research on this "diversity heuristic" — a lay belief that demographic diversity enhances creativity — and its profound implications for organizations, team dynamics, and the evaluation of creative work. Drawing on findings from studies involving over 5,500 participants, the discussion will cover key insights, including: Observers consistently perceive demographically diverse teams (in terms of race and gender) as more creative than homogeneous ones.Products attributed to diverse teams are judged as more creative, even if they may be identical to those of homogeneous teams.Manipulating perceptions of cognitive diversity can shift judgments of team creativity.There is evidence of a relationship between the proportion of racial minorities or women in a group and judgments of creativity.This webinar is ideal for organizational leaders, HR professionals, diversity and inclusion advocates, creativity researchers, and anyone interested in understanding how beliefs about diversity shape workplace outcomes. What You'll Learn: The ways in which psychological mechanisms can drive the association between diversity and creativityHow the diversity heuristic influences real-world judgments, including in competitive organizational settingsActionable strategies to align team composition with creativity assessments in professional contexts Follow eCornell on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and X.

    46 min
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Join Cornell University's most celebrated scholars and industry experts for candid conversations that enlighten and challenge. From finance and tech to arts and culture, the Cornell Keynotes podcast hosted by eCornell delivers timely discussions on trending topics and current events.

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  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    76
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