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Tina Seelig Ph.D.

About

Dr. Tina Seelig is Professor of the Practice in the Dept of Management Science and Engineering (MS&E) at Stanford University, and is the Executive Director for the Stanford Technology Ventures Program (STVP), the entrepreneurship center at Stanford University's School of Engineering. She teaches courses on creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship in the dept of MS&E and the Hasso Plattner Institute of Design (d.school) at Stanford

Dr. Seelig earned her Ph.D. from Stanford University Medical School in 1985 where she studied Neuroscience. She has worked as a management consultant, as a multimedia producer, and was the founder of two multimedia companies.

She has also written 17 popular science books and educational games. Her books include The Epicurean Laboratory and Incredible Edible Science, published by Scientific American; and a series of twelve games called Games for Your Brain, published by Chronicle Books. Her newest books, published by HarperCollins are What I Wish I Knew When I Was 20 (2009), inGenius: A Crash Course on Creativity (2012), and Insight Out (2015).

In 2014, Dr. Seelig was honored with the SVForum Visionary Award, and in 2009 she received the Gordon Prize from the National Academy of Engineering, recognizing her as a national leader in engineering education. She also received the 2014 MS&E Award for Graduate Teaching, the 2008 National Olympus Innovation Award, and the 2005 Stanford Tau Beta Pi Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching.

Books by Tina Seelig Ph.D.
Recent Posts
The Physics of Luck
Most people believe that good luck is completely out of their control. That just isn’t the case at all. Each of us has a long list of levers for unleashing good fortune.
Master Your Motivation
There is a deep linkage between motivation and success. Those with a strong mission are much more likely to succeed.
Why It's Imperative to Teach Entrepreneurship
Our education system is responsible for preparing young people to build successful lives. They should be ready for the wide range of possibilities ahead of them, including working for others, starting their own ventures, and contributing to their communities.
Why Do People Think You Can't Teach Creativity?

We’re each responsible for crafting our own lives and for repairing the broader problems of the world, but aren't taught the skills to do so. The Invention Cycle describes a clear set of tools for moving from inspiration to implementation, providing guidance for charting a path toward the life you dream to live.

We’re each responsible for crafting our own lives and for repairing the broader problems of the world, but aren't taught the skills to do so. The Invention Cycle describes a clear set of tools for moving from inspiration to implementation, providing guidance for charting a path toward the life you dream to live.

Seeing Your World in TechniColor

Most people see the world in black and white, missing most of the opportunities in their midst. But, there are some people who see the world in Technicolor. Their eyes are wide open and the endless opportunities are always evident. When we look at their lives, we are amazed by all they accomplish, by the fascinating things they are doing; and we often wonder how to make our lives as rich and stimulating. It’s actually pretty easy… all you need to do is remove the blinders! 

Most people see the world in black and white, missing most of the opportunities in their midst. But, there are some people who see the world in Technicolor. Their eyes are wide open and the endless opportunities are always evident. When we look at their lives, we are amazed by all they accomplish, by the fascinating things they are doing; and we often wonder how to make our lives as rich and stimulating. It’s actually pretty easy… all you need to do is remove the blinders! 

Secrets to a Successful Job Interview

There are simple secrets to a successful job interview... Read on to find out why you should use the interview as an opportunity to learn, how to find ways to hook your interviewer, the importance of getting rid of your verbal tics, and why you should keep the entire experience in perspective. And finally, remember that no matter how an interview goes, it isn't over until you write a thank you note. 

There are simple secrets to a successful job interview... Read on to find out why you should use the interview as an opportunity to learn, how to find ways to hook your interviewer, the importance of getting rid of your verbal tics, and why you should keep the entire experience in perspective. And finally, remember that no matter how an interview goes, it isn't over until you write a thank you note. 

What's Your Risk Profile?

Trying new things requires a willingness to take risks. However, risk taking is not binary. 

Trying new things requires a willingness to take risks. However, risk taking is not binary. 

Harnessing the Thrill of Surprise

Education should be designed to tap into our natural attraction to novelty. Most material is inherently surprising and should be presented in a way that allows students to be astonished by the unexpected.

Education should be designed to tap into our natural attraction to novelty. Most material is inherently surprising and should be presented in a way that allows students to be astonished by the unexpected.

Tempt Luck Your Way

Lucky people share traits that tend to make them luckier than others. They are observant, open-minded, friendly, and optimistic. By cultivating these attributes, you will surely tempt luck your way.

Lucky people share traits that tend to make them luckier than others. They are observant, open-minded, friendly, and optimistic. By cultivating these attributes, you will surely tempt luck your way.