Stanford Executive Briefings

Supply Chain Management in the Internet Age- DVD

Professor Lee argues that companies should not be satisfied with the substitution effect or the scale effect when enjoying the benefits of the Internet on supply chain management. Learn more

Getting Ahead by Getting Along: People Skills for the Workplace DVD

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Ross Shafer, our well-known narrator and winner of six Emmy Awards, knows it takes effort to get along with everybody at work. Basing his ideas on the premise that the "people skills" we developed while growing up can help us as adults in the workplace, he presents problems and solutions that will strike a chord for viewers. Learn more

Getting Results in the Face of Rapid Change- DVD

In business, stress can lead to change, and change can lead to decreases in productivity. From there, losses in revenue are inevitable. Learn more

Going Global: A Case Study DVD

Recognizing that the status quo was riskier than radical change, Mary Cranston spearheaded the merger of two 125-year-old law firms that were historic market leaders in their respective birthplaces: San Francisco and New York. Learn more

Hard Facts, Dangerous Half Truths, and Total Nonsense: Profiting from Evidence-Based Management- DVD

Knowing what to do often has little or no impact on what managers actually do, and organizations often fail to put their knowledge into action. Learn more

The Inspiring Leader DVD

What defines great leadership? Using original research on 360-degree feedback data for thousands of managers, Jack Zenger, with colleagues Joseph Folkman and Scott Edinger, identified 16 specific competencies the most effective leaders share. Learn more

A Leader's Legacy - DVD

Within all levels of every organization, each one of us has the opportunity to be a leader and a role model. Through our efforts, we can significantly encourage the success and productivity of those around us. Learn more

Leading by Example: Organizational Success Through Reciprocal Altruism- DVD

George Zimmer has succeeded in the retail industry by breaking many of the industry rules—especially those rules that seem to call for employees to receive low pay, little training, and lots of part-time work. Learn more

Legal Survival Skills for the Modern Manager DVD

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This popular program is a one-stop destination for the major legal issues that could come across your desk at any time. Start by making sure that employees are well versed in company policy. Then study up on fair employment practices and laws concerning such things as disabilities and medical leave. And use evaluations and discipline to keep things level across the board for all employees. When you make your decisions in a fair manner, your efforts will be rewarded with the drive and efficiency you expect from your staff members.

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Making Change Happen: A Tale of Two Bank Mergers- DVD

Before any strategic vision can be realized, it must be shared with employees. This requires a sophisticated understanding of how to quickly communicate major changes, and effectively align a disparate workforce. Learn more

Managing with Power: Politics and Influence in Organizations- DVD

Most organizations and managers are filled with good ideas; the problem is one of implementation. Power and influence, rather than being the organization's last dirty secrets, are in fact secrets of success for both organizations and individuals. Learn more

The Exceptional Leader: Action Steps for Leadership Formation- DVD

Empirical data shows a distinct correlation between quality of leadership and business performance. Effective leaders are therefore critical to the success of any enterprise. Learn more

Executing Leadership Transitions: Strategies and Practice - DVD

Scott McNealy believes leaders cannot be created—only identified. But even natural leaders need exposure. They need the opportunity to take on challenges that hone their skills and generate the wisdom to reach their full potential. That's where coaching comes in. Given proper motivation and mentoring, individuals (and teams) will do their best—strengthening their organizations in the process of increasing their own effectiveness. Learn more

Fear of Feedback- DVD

Giving feedback to your subordinates can improve their performance and make you look better as a leader and manager. Learn more

Open Business Models: How to Thrive in the New Innovation Landscape- DVD

If your business has a closed innovation model, there is only one way into the product development funnel, and there is only one way out to the market. Learn more

The Power of Persuasion- DVD

Call it persuading, negotiating or convincing. Ethical influence is the foundation of successful leadership, management, sales, and customer service. Robert Cialdini has spent his career systematically studying the psychology of influence

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Using Evangelism to Sell- DVD

Through the use of anecdotes and humor, Guy Kawasaki explains the power of "evangelism" in sales and marketing. Instead of just selling, evangelism means you're converting people—to your product, company, or idea.

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A Blueprint for Change: Market-Based Solutions for Global Poverty

Jacqueline Novogratz, CEO, Acumen Fund

Amazingly, something as essential as clean water is more difficult to come by for two-thirds of the world’s population. People are made to pay more for basic life services while earning far less.

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Building a Feedback-Positive Organization - DVD

Rich, honest feedback is a critical part of your employees’ success, regardless of their rank in the company. It lets them know that you, their leader, care about their progress. Learn more