Emily Oster
Economist and author | Challenging conventional wisdom with data-driven insights
Emily Oster is a Data-Informed Decisions speaker who has appeared at 2 events including The Way We Work 2020 and TED 2007, most recently in 2020.
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Emily Oster is an economist and researcher who brings rigorous data analysis to complex social and health issues. She gained international attention through her TED talk "Flip your thinking on AIDS in Africa," where she challenged prevailing assumptions about the AIDS epidemic by examining economic incentives and statistical patterns that conventional approaches had overlooked.
Oster's work extends beyond global health into areas that directly impact everyday decision-making. Her expertise in applying economic principles to personal and social questions led her to address working parents at The Way We Work conference in 2020, where she presented "3 things new parents should consider before going back to work.
" This talk demonstrated her ability to translate complex economic research into practical guidance for major life decisions, helping parents navigate the intersection of career, family, and financial considerations with evidence-based insights rather than conventional wisdom alone.
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3 things new parents should consider before going back to work
Should you go back to work after having kids? It's an emotional decision, but weighing three factors can make it easier, says author and economist Emily Oster.
| Event | Year | Location | Talks |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Way We Work 2020 | 2020 | 1 | |
| TED 2007 | 2007 | 🇺🇸Monterey, United States | 1 |
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