Authenticity - Publications - Faculty & Research

30 Apr 2012
Research & Ideas

India’s Ambitious National Identification Program

possibility of basing future applications on the UIDAI system, Khanna says. "Once the system is in place, people in India will be able to provide their 12-digit number, show fingerprints and iris scans, and immediately a central database will be able to View Details

Keywords: by Dina Gerdeman

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Lisa Cousins

real light bulb came at the end of a class called Authentic Leadership Development, during which we were challenged to define our leadership purpose. I realized that what I really loved about the travel industry was the sense of discovery... View Details

Keywords: Services; Entertainment / Media

25 May 2016
Blog Post

Favorite Memories from HBS

these memories illustrate the lightheartedness of our section, like the inexplicably awesome ribbon dancing competition we had during our first section retreat. Others were more sobering, like our section MyTakes, where sectionmates shared their life stories in... View Details

21 Jul 2016
Blog Post

Coming Out and Finding Acceptance at HBS

in sharing their stories made it easier to have rich, authentic discussions with each of them personally, and within the section classroom more broadly. After discussing it with my partner, I volunteered to give my own talk in late... View Details

28 Apr 2022
News

Finding Her Place

donors, and the community,” she explains, noting that it’s also improved her own sense of self. “In the corporate world, people didn’t always get a chance to know the real and authentic Symeria. Now I feel like the real me. The real... View Details

01 Dec 2010
News

Do Good: Eat Chocolate

chocoholics. “I felt like I needed to focus on a natural, organic, authentic food,” Endline says during an interview at sweetriot’s offices in New York’s SoHo neighborhood. “Chocolate has a rich history, and it comes from pods of the... View Details

Keywords: Julia Hanna; candy; chocolate; Crop Production; Agriculture; Food Manufacturing; Manufacturing

05 Mar 2019
Blog Post

"It is Possible to Walk Away from Situations that Make You Unhappy": Cauvery Patel, MBA 2016

in clear self-understanding. "I wanted to apply my skills to the sustainability space, an important issue for generations to come." From there, she built a list of requirements: the company's sustainability mission had to be View Details

20 Oct 2021
Blog Post

Mobilizing Private Sector Action For Racial Equity in Milwaukee: SE Summer Fellow Zach Komes (MBA 2022)

enjoyed the chance to build and deepen relationships with over one hundred diverse, local leaders, from Black and Brown business owners whose innovation and resilience is inspiring, to corporate executives authentically trying to figure... View Details

01 Jun 2018
News

Alumni Achievement Awards

I had to take responsibility for myself. My most authentic self is saying what I really feel at whatever that moment is. But the 50-something-year-old Carla is much more discerning. I still say exactly what I want to say, but I’m so much... View Details

18 Dec 2012
First Look

First Look: December 18

Quarterly (forthcoming) Abstract Socialization theory has focused on enculturating new employees such that they develop pride in their new organization and internalize its values. Drawing on authenticity research, we propose that the... View Details

Keywords: Carmen Nobel

10 Feb 2022
Blog Post

African American Student Union Spotlight on HBCUs

HBCU? I chose to attend Howard University because of the sense of community that I felt upon visiting the campus. I knew the atmosphere at Howard would strengthen my sense of identity and propel me to achieve my career aspirations. At Howard I was able to be my View Details

29 Apr 2015
Blog Post

2+2: Challenging Conceptions of Business

should definitely apply. When I was accepted, I felt that every unconventional decision I had made in pursuit of my passions was supported and embraced by the HBS community, and I still feel that way. Focus on the unique, authentic... View Details

05 Dec 2016
Blog Post

5 Pieces of Advice for Applying to HBS

Marr (MBA 2016), Sam Travers (MBA 2016), Ryan Hansen (MBA 2017), Leslie Moser (MBA 2015), Terrance Rogers (MBA 2017), and Peter Nolan (MBA 2017) had to say about applying to business school. 1. Be your authentic self Stephanie: Be honest... View Details

28 May 2019
News

Ask the Expert: In Security

authentication do they use? Has the provider’s security ever been successfully breached? What is the company’s stance on privacy? Unfortunately, all clouds are not created equal. What influence will artificial intelligence have on... View Details

Keywords: Jen McFarland Flint; cybersecurity

01 Mar 2019
News

In My Humble Opinion: Easy Rider

authentically adapt it to the local market,” says Prakash. “Building up our team, dealers, and manufacturing capabilities from a clean sheet of paper was really rewarding.” After India, Prakash served in the same role in Canada and is now... View Details

Keywords: Julia Hanna; Transportation Equipment Manufacturing; Manufacturing

12 Nov 2019
News

Seismic Shift

can come together, honor each other’s successes, learn from other executives who are shaping new paths, and make connections to improve the advancement of women and people of color. But the most important aspects for Varnado are the View Details

Keywords: Maureen Harmon

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Minal Mehta

them break out the most authentic Bhangra moves, you wouldn't guess that many of them were not exposed to South Asian dance styles before training to become instructors. "Another key aspect of our fitness program is that it is truly... View Details

Keywords: Entrepreneurship; Services

30 Oct 2015
Blog Post

4 Takeaways from HBS

happened to those who seemed to “have it all” yet were fixated on their broken family relationships? What did we envision for our lives and how would we prioritize among competing interests as we move forward in our careers? Authentic... View Details

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Crossing the Bridge from Program Learning to Practical Application

learning." Barnes accepted the invitation and did an amazing job. She's since become part of four more sessions, two online and two in person. In delivering lectures, Barnes has tried to channel HBS professors. "Seeing some of the best lecturers in the world present in... View Details

01 Mar 2017
News

Alumni and Faculty Books for March 2017

that successful people have simply found their own way to do them. Molinsky finds there are five key challenges underlying our avoidance tendencies: authenticity, competence, resentment, likability, and morality. Does the new behavior you’re trying feel View Details

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