Posts published in December, 2016

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What Can the FBI Teach Us About Behavior Design?

by on December 30, 2016 10:41 pm
The FBI Hostage Negotiation Team developed a five step Behavior Change Stairway Model to assist in negotiation with sometimes violent felons. But these same techniques can be used in any number of more peaceful situations. Behavioral Change Stairway Model Active Listening Empathy Rapport Influence Behavioral Change Do you love a good bargain? Then you’ll love The… Read more What Can the FBI Teach Us About Behavior Design?

Oakland Video Game Fest at Kapor Center

by on December 9, 2016 6:41 pm
We were invited to be a mentor and judge at the 1st Annual Oakland Video Game Fest, which was organized by the Gameheads youth program and took place at the Kapor Center for Social Impact. The weekend included a game jam where 18 students worked tirelessly to design and create playable video games around the… Read more Oakland Video Game Fest at Kapor Center