A Conversation with Dr. Robert Cialdini, the Godfather of Influence.

October 4th, 2025 · by Dr. Vikas Shah MBE DL
Dr. Robert Cialdini has spent his entire career conducting scientific research on what leads people to say “Yes” to requests. The results of his research, his ensuing articles, and New York Times bestselling books have earned him an acclaimed reputation as a respected scientist and engaging storyteller. His books, including…
04-10-2025 16:05:16
Thought Economics

 

A Conversation with Jim McKelvey, Co-Founder of Square and Author The Innovation Stack: Building an Unbeatable Business One Crazy Idea at a Time.

October 4th, 2025 · by Dr. Vikas Shah MBE DL
In 2009, a St. Louis glassblowing artist and recovering computer scientist named Jim McKelvey lost a sale because he couldn’t accept American Express cards. Frustrated by the high costs and difficulty of accepting credit card payments, McKelvey joined his friend Jack Dorsey (the cofounder of Twitter) to launch Square, a…
04-10-2025 16:05:33
Thought Economics