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Alison Wood Brooks, Ph.D.
O'Brien Associate Professor of Business Administration, Harvard Business School
Dr. Alison Wood Brooks is the O'Brien Associate Professor of Business Administration and Hellman Faculty Fellow at Harvard Business School, specializing in the psychology of conversation.
She offers a course at HBS focused on enhancing communication skills in both business and personal life, emphasizing the art of effective dialogue.
Dr. Brooks holds a Ph.D. in Operations and Information Management from The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, and an A.B. in Psychology and Finance from Princeton University.
With a deep understanding of how people communicate, her research sheds light on the complexities of everyday conversations and offers insights for improving communication strategies.
Previously affiliated with The Wharton School, Dr. Brooks brings a wealth of academic expertise to her role at Harvard Business School.
