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Have you ever wondered why water flows the way it does or how aircraft are able to fly? The answer lies in the study of fluid mechanics. In this overview of fluid mechanics, you’ll learn the basics of ...

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I spoke with Bob Sutton about his new book, The Friction Project. Sutton is an organizational psychologist and best-selling author who studies leadership, innovation, organizational change, and ...