Stand Up to Stand Out

In this episode, host Stuart Paap sits down with Dr. Linda A. Hill, the Wallace Brett Donham Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School and faculty chair of its Leadership Initiative, to unpack her new book, Genius at Scale. Building on her earlier work in Collective Genius, Dr. Hill explains why generating innovative ideas is only half the battle, and why the harder challenge...

In this episode, host Stuart Paap sits down with Dr. Robert Pearl, clinical professor at Stanford and former CEO of Kaiser Permanente, to discuss the revolutionary intersection of generative AI and GLP-1 drugs in transforming American healthcare. Dr. Pearl shares his transition from treating individual reconstructive surgery patients to managing care for over 10 million members, highlighting how s...

In this episode, Stuart Paap sits down with Dr. Emilio J. Castilla, a social scientist and professor at the MIT Sloan School of Management, to explore the complexities of workplace meritocracy. Dr. Castilla shares insights from his award-winning book, The Meritocracy Paradox, explaining why true meritocracy is much harder to achieve than most leaders realize and how well-intentioned HR policies ca...

We are surrounded by hierarchies, but what happens when they fail? In this episode of Stand Up to Stand Out, host Stuart Paap sits down with Nir Halevy, the Jagdeep and Roshni Singh Professor of Organizational Behavior at the Stanford Graduate School of Business. For two decades, Nir has studied the subtle forces that shape how groups operate, how they compete, and how we handle conflict. Drawing...

In this episode of the Stand Up to Stand Out podcast, host Stuart Paap is joined by organizational psychologist and Wharton professor, Dr. Katherine Klein. Together, they explore the dynamics of leadership succession and how new leaders impact collective engagement and organizational performance. Dr. Klein breaks down her latest research, discussing the unique challenges successors face, the criti...

In this episode of Beyond the Lab, host Stuart Paap sits down with Laura Kelley, co-founder of Aperture Bio, a seed-stage spinout from Mass General Hospital. Laura shares the fascinating origin story of Aperture Bio and details how they are addressing the massive 95% failure rate in oncology drug development. From navigating difficult pre-clinical terrain to pitching skeptical investors, Laura and...

In this episode of the Stand Out podcast, host Stuart Paap is joined by cognitive linguist and executive coach, Dr. Laura Sicola. Together, they explore the concept of the "Prismatic Voice" and its impact on executive presence and effective leadership. Dr. Sicola breaks down the science of communication, the neuro-linguistic programming behind it, and how small shifts in our delivery can significa...

Communication is the bridge between strategy and execution. Whether you're presenting to a cross-functional team or a room full of executives, how you frame your message determines your impact. In this video, Stuart Paap breaks down the ABCDE Framework—a proven system designed to help you tailor any communication for maximum clarity and influence in the minimum amount of time. What you’ll learn: ➡...

Join us for a fascinating conversation with Dr. Julia Minson, a Professor of Public Policy at the Harvard Kennedy School and a leading decision scientist. Dr. Minson's research addresses the psychology of disagreement—how and why we engage with views that conflict with our own. She shares data-driven insights and practical tools, including the HEAR Framework, to move past negative conflict and har...

Join us for a profoundly insightful and essential conversation with Melissa McCreery Douaire, an ordained UCC Minister and certified Grief Counselor. Melissa shares her deeply personal journey that led her to dedicate her life to helping people acknowledge, name, and process the universal impacts of loss and change—not just death. She introduces powerful frameworks, including the Fish Tank Model,...

Join us for a fascinating conversation with Anoushka Shahane, who holds dual PhDs and brings a wealth of knowledge from computational neuroscience to cutting-edge enterprise software. Anoushka shares her groundbreaking research into how natural language and cognitive processes can literally impact human biology, including cardiovascular health. Now leading product strategy at ProS, she discusses t...

Join us for an insightful conversation with George Douaire, an experienced business expert, mentor, and CEO of Stride Tech Medical. George shares his journey from being a high school football star to finding his voice and confidence on the stage, a transformation that has significantly influenced his leadership style and business philosophy. Discover how his unique background in sports, theater, a...

In this special episode, Stuart Paap introduces his new book, Stand Up: How Mastering Communication Will Transform Your Business, Life, and Future. From his early fascination with people’s stories to 15+ years of working with entrepreneurs and business leaders, Stuart has seen how the ability to communicate with clarity and courage can change everything. Whether you’re rallying a team, raising fun...

Join us for an insightful conversation with Dr. Carlos Bosques, a pioneering scientific leader with over 20 years in biotech, more than 70 patents, and a PhD from MIT. Currently, he is the CEO of the Food Allergy Science Initiative (FASI), a leading nonprofit transforming the lives of those affected by food allergies. Discover how Carlos' leadership, founded on communication and strategic experime...

Welcome to Beyond The Lab Ep1! In this episode, Stuart Paap chats with Katerina Chatzi from Promakhos Therapeutics. Explore their innovative work as Katerina discusses advancing immune system treatment strategies and novel approaches to chronic disease management. Tune in to learn about: The inspiration behind Promakhos Therapeutics' cutting-edge research. The support ecosystem for biotech startup...

Join us in this insightful episode of 'Stand Up To Stand Out' as host Stuart Paap interviews Dr. Karen Carrasquillo, a distinguished leader at BostonSight and the visionary founder of FitAcademy. Dr. Carrasquillo shares her remarkable journey from achieving a PhD in chemistry in Puerto Rico to becoming a pivotal figure in the fields of ophthalmology and optometry. The conversation delves into her...

Join us for an insightful conversation with John Harthorne, the visionary founder and managing director of Two Lanterns Venture Capital. John shares his journey from building the world's largest startup accelerator, MassChallenge, to his current role in Two Lanterns Venture Capital, investing in groundbreaking companies. Discover how John's dedication to fostering innovation has impacted thousands...

Ever felt like your path wasn't a straight line? Join us as we explore the fascinating journey of Patrick Anquetil, a PhD and MBA who went from tinkering with Legos to leading Portal Instruments, a company poised to disrupt the 150-year-old hypodermic needle industry. Patrick's story is a testament to the power of curiosity, persistence, and seizing opportunities, even when they appear in unexpect...

In this engaging episode of the Stand Up to Stand Out Podcast, we get into the inspiring story of Amy VanHaren, CEO of PumpSpotting, and her journey to build a company that truly makes a difference. Amy shares her insights on authentic entrepreneurship, the pivotal moments that shaped PumpSpotting, and the profound power of community in driving success. From a challenging personal experience to a...

In this episode of Stand Up To Stand Out podcast, engage with the insights and humor of Gil Rief, a 13-time Emmy Award-winning writer and producer renowned for his work with Ellen DeGeneres and Jennifer Hudson. Host dives into a fascinating conversation with Gil about his unique experiences in television, his creative process, and his innovative workshop model that fosters creativity using the wri...

In this episode, my guest is Liz Brown , a distinguished professor of law and taxation at Bentley University. With a career spanning corporate law and academia, Liz has led transformative initiatives in emerging tech, data privacy, and ethical conflict resolution. Together, we dive into the pivotal lessons Liz has learned—from navigating the demands of a high-achieving legal career to finding fulf...

Note: This episode was recorded in 2024 when José was in a previous role, so my introduction does not reflect his latest career milestone.   In this episode, my guest is José Juves , a seasoned leader in corporate affairs, communications and patient advocacy with an impressive career spanning both the public and private sectors. Currently serving as SVP of Corporate and Patient Affairs at Dyne The...

Welcome back to Stand Up To Stand Out! In Episode 10, we speak with Anne-Laure Le Cunff about psychological safety in the workplace. We explore how teams can cultivate a secure environment even without explicit support from leadership. Anne-Laure highlights creating a personal user manual as a team, a powerful tool to optimize team dynamics and performance. We kick off a compelling discussion on t...

Join us for an inspiring episode as we welcome Scott H. Young, a prolific writer and thought leader known for his exceptional insights into personal development, learning, and productivity. From undertaking the formidable 'MIT Challenge' to writing bestsellers, Scott's experiments in relentless self-improvement and his commitment to mastering complex subjects are nothing short of motivational. Sco...

Join us for a captivating episode where we have the pleasure of hearing from Siobhan Dullea, an esteemed innovator and leader in entrepreneurship and business strategy. With her roots in Mass Challenge and C Space and her current role as the Executive Director at Innovate at BU, Siobhan will dive into the transformative power of innovation and leadership, unraveling the essence of effective commun...