Better Business Chronicles

Discovering the Influence You Already Have
Vanessa Bohns’s book shows how we underestimate our power to persuade and connect.

Redefining Defiance as Action Aligned with Values
It’s hard to say no when there’s pressure to comply. Sunita Sah’s book tells us how.

Use Reason to Seek Happiness, Advises Professor
Kaushik Basu’s book offers thought experiments and puzzles to help readers think clearly and develop a happy life.

Leading with Purpose: Esohe Denise Odaro’s Journey in Sustainable Finance
The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree Esohe Denise Odaro MBA ’09, head of sustainability at PAI Partners.

‘Silenced Voices’ Are Revealed in New Book on Historical Figures
This book highlights the civic participation and community engagement of women, from abolitionists to philanthropists.

Anne Chow Urges Us To ‘Lead Bigger’
‘Lead Bigger: The Transformative Power of Inclusion’ showcases Chow’s high-performing, human-centric approach to leadership.

Tech, Business, and Education Belong Together, Leaders Agree
Chief corporate AI and technology officers and Cornell leaders discussed pressing issues in AI at Cornell Convenes on June 18.

Innovating for Impact: Pioneering Sustainability in the Toy Industry
The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree Jessica Rolph ’97, MBA ’04, cofounder and CEO of Lovevery.

Commencement 2025: Stories From Our Graduating Class
Our seniors share their most memorable experiences from their time at @SCJohnsonCollege and how they will carry them into the future.