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 Organizational Development This course is also available for online training, see details below. Ethics 4 Everyone beautifully illustrates the cause-and-effect of corporate and individual responsibility, offering do-able solutions, including how to make decisions that ensure a greater ethical response to business issues. Discover what some of the world's most respected public and private sector concerns have learned about long-term organizational viability. Ethics 4 Everyone teaches viewers:
Program Contents: A 15 minute DVD or video, Leader's guide, PowerPoint Presentation on CD-ROM, 10 Participant Workbooks, 10 Copies of the book "Ethics 4 Everyone" and 10 Reminder Cards Online Training Option: This program is also available for online training - click here for details
Duration: 54 Minutes Joel Kurtzman’s “new rules of employment” to instill common purpose are based on years of research and numerous interviews with top executives. From American Express’s Kenneth Chenault, to Michael Dell of Dell Inc., and Steve Wynn of Wynn Resorts, successful leaders align the interests of individuals with those of the organization. NASA in the 1960s, for example, offered employees a once-in-a-lifetime learning opportunity to tackle what they couldn’t do anywhere else, aligning their personal benefit with that of the space program. And they create leaders at every level of the organization by communicating and modeling what’s expected, and then providing feedback and celebrating successes.
Companies that achieve and sustain exceptional results over time are rare. Those that do are made up of people united by a common purpose—one that fosters hard work, sacrifice, and exemplary performance to accomplish the goals of the organization. Their leaders, whether at Disney, Google, or Staples, inspire a palpable sense of mission and provide the means for individuals to contribute as much as possible.
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Dr. Carstensen, author of A Long Bright Future, is Professor of Psychology and founding director of the Stanford Center on Longevity. For more than twenty years her research has been supported by the National Institute on Aging. She received her BS from the University of Rochester and her PhD in Clinical Psychology from West Virginia University.
Duration: 59 Minutes When employees have the freedom and ability to act in the best interests of the company, performance improves. But does more freedom mean even better performance? Dr. Getz shares examples of phenomenal business results from companies whose leaders built total freedom-of-initiative organizations. These leaders understand that three universal human needs—intrinsic equality, opportunity for growth, and self-direction—must be met for all employees. To nurture and sustain the freedom culture, these leaders share their vision of the company so that employees can “own” it. Among his examples: the president of Finland’s successful cleaning services company, SOL, ensures intrinsic equality by having employees determine the office space design, furnishings, company logo, work schedules, job titles and job responsibilities. Insurance leader USAA provides growth opportunities for 21,000 employees through robust onsite training and support for college courses or business degrees. And manufacturing leader W.L. Gore champions self-direction in a unique and innovative culture built on individualized job responsibilities and fluid, situational leadership.
Isaac Getz, coauthor of Freedom, Inc., is a professor at the ESCP Europe Business School French campus, and was a visiting professor at Cornell and Stanford Universities and at the University of Massachusetts. He graduated in Computer Science, obtained an MS in Management Science, and PhDs in Psychology and in Management.
 Interactive web technologies, in the form of self-organizing Internet communities, are driving a social revolution. This Age of Collaboration is also creating an economic revolution that is changing the architecture of the corporation in how we create goods and services. Using the findings of a $9-million research project, Don Tapscott describes how companies innovate using the knowledge, resources, and computing power of millions of people organizing into a massive collective force. These innovative companies are challenging our assumptions about business and competitiveness. They are doing this by leveraging networks of peers, using operational transparency to their advantage, sharing intellectual property, and thinking and acting globally. $129.99 [Add to Cart] The ‘green’ approach to life started as a grass-roots, community-based movement. It has now permeated the mainstream to the point where businesses across the globe realize that adopting an environmentally sound philosophy is essential – not only to maintain credibility and protect the bottom line, but also to attract the best employees. People expect business to be at the fore with regard to sustainability – to lead changes in thinking and behaviour. This program discusses the benefits of ‘green’ workplaces. The lead must come from the top - managers and business owners find themselves needing to be increasingly in tune with sustainable and ecological thinking. We hear from leading business people and sustainability experts about environmental corporate culture and practices and gain an insight into how to effectively implement a policy and strategy.
Growth can rapidly overwhelm an organization. Managers and employees may chase too many #1 priorities, lose focus, and send an organization into a downward spiral. Christopher Meyer shows how growing companies can avoid creating internal traffic jams and accidents that ultimately cause their own failures. He advocates a "less is more" philosophy in which companies match and leverage their growth capacities with their capabilities. Christopher Meyer, PhD, is an internationally-recognized expert in technology management and innovation. He is the author of the book, "Fast Cycle Time: How to Align Purpose, Strategy, and Structure for Speed" and the groundbreaking article, "How the Right Measures Help Teams Excel," published in the Harvard Business Review. 49 Minutes (1996)
Valuing Diversity Series: Profiles In Change - DVD $500.00 [Add to Cart] [View Cart]  An increasing trend in businesses today is to prove to stakeholders it operates as a good corporate citizen. In order to achieve this, businesses are developing key policies and practices centering around business ethics and socially responsible management. This program explores the practical ways organizations are integrating business ethics and social responsibility into all aspects of its operations. In addition it examines the structure and purpose of the Corporate Responsibility Index (CRI) as a means of benchmarking corporate responsibility.
 Release - 2009 The world's most successful teams and organizations have one thing in common. Clarity In these groups, everyone knows and can articulate what they do, the direction in which they're moving and what the culture is really all about. Use of this program can lead to:
The essence of a brand lies in its consistency. This timely program gives much needed help to those who have been searching for an effective way to align the organization around a clear message despite ever-changing conditions. Content:
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. Following two high-profile bank mergers, Sweden's Margareta Barchan shares innovative ways to implement a strategic vision so that employees understand their individual roles in making change happen. $129.99 [Add to Cart] By Richard Chang and Paul DeYoung One of the most common reasons an organizational improvement effort does not reach its full potential is because different parts of an organization use different measures to drive and gauge the results of their efforts. The solution? A systematic approach in which measures at the work group level are closely linked to "big picture" targets and measures at the organizational level. This guidebook shows you how to use Key Result Areas (KRAs) and Key Indicators (KIs) to successfully measure organizational improvement at every level of the organization. (Paperback)
Carol Bartz Rather than seeing it as something to be afraid of, change is something that should be encouraged within your organization. Using innovation and technology to your advantage means that you won’t become irrelevant while everyone else makes progress. And you don’t have to implement change by yourself; your employees can be a valuable part of a successful change initiative. Learn how to be proactive with change instead of simply reacting to it. $129.99 [Add to Cart] Corporate Culture is an important and well debated topic in the modern business arena. Led by three prominent businesses, this program not only discusses how cultures can differ, but also demonstrates how each different style remains fundamentally important to each business. The program provides an excellent understanding of this important concept in the management of large organizations.
While he was an executive at Microsoft, John Wood made a life-changing decision to found Room to Read, a nonprofit organization that now provides educational access to 1.3 million children in developing nations through 400 schools and 5,000 Reading Rooms. In this engaging talk, John describes a vision for scalable solutions to world problems, including the need to focus on results and how to attract high-level employees, volunteers, and investors. His work has been profiled by Bloomberg Television, CNBC, CNN, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and other news publications. $129.99 [Add to Cart] Optimize Performance During Change In times of transition, priorities change and organizations need to respond as quickly as possible to new requirements and optimizing performance despite the uncertainties. Mastering Change Management provides participants with the insights and techniques needed to understand change and positively respond to the reactions of workgroups, team members, and other associates to minimize disruption and maximize results. Skill-Based Program Content
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Managing Change in Large OrganizationsRobert Bosch (Australia) is the first company to be endorsed by the Australian Conservation Foundation. This program explores the story behind the endorsement, examining Bosch's environmental management policies across a wide range of activities. Waste reduction, the re-use of materials, recycling inputs and products are now a natural part of management at Robert Bosch.
 Change is no longer an event... Change is business as usual. Customers are demanding "better, faster, cheaper"; competition is fierce; and a turbulent economy and technological advances increase the pressure to "do more with less." Success today is dependent on keeping your work force resilient, positive, and engaged while this rapid (and accelerating) change constantly turns your organization upside down. Yet, employees are increasingly skeptical about committing to business strategies that are constantly being redefined. Program Highlights
David B. Yoffie Competition in business is healthy, but as with all things in life, someone’s going to win and someone’s going to lose. So how do you keep yourself on the winning end of things? This program uses lessons learned from the martial art of judo to teach you how to take down the competition by using their own power against them. You’ll also learn what to do if your business finds itself being challenged by newcomers. The advice offered here will help you move toward your strengths and use your competitor’s momentum to your advantage. $129.99 [Add to Cart]Bruce Cryer In business, stress can lead to change, and change can lead to decreases in productivity. From there, losses in revenue are inevitable. But there are steps you can take to curb the effect that stress has on your business. Get tips for avoiding costly turnover, improving employee morale and drive, and increasing profits. A positive work environment is likely to be one characterized by ingenuity and progress. Extending that attitude to all around you will allow you to maintain control of the emotions that cause stress.
Author and entrepreneur Guy Kawasaki explains the rules that make new products and services successful. Using examples from the personal-computer industry and a broad spectrum of other industries, Kawasaki outlines the ten things that a revolutionary must do to succeed in today's business climate. His presentation is a complete and pragmatic guide to the creation and marketing of revolutionary products and services for people who want to change the world. $129.99 [Add to Cart] This program looks at changes in the Human Resource Management (HRM) policy at ICI Australia. Examining two separate HRM policies changes - workplace culture reform and managing diversity - the program identifies the need for the changes, the features of the changes and their success. By studying two changes in the one organization, the program enables students to consider the inter-relationship of the need for, and the nature of the changes.
 David Bradford Scott Brady 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. So what exactly should be included in this feedback? Let employees know what they’re doing right, what still needs improvement, and what your specific expectations are. With an eye toward employee development, this feedback-positive approach can create learning opportunities and help revitalize your organization.
 Release - 2009 Whether we pursue it, or it is forced upon us, CHANGE can make or break any business. The deciding factor is the attitude of the employees charged with adapting to the challenge of finding new solutions. Change and Innovation through Brainstorming is a fun and highly entertaining video designed to kickoff any team meeting with a sense of energy and optimistic enthusiasm. Hosted by comedian and national speaker John Sweeney, and based on his best-selling book, Innovation at the Speed of Laughter, John explores and explodes the most common myths and misconceptions that hamper effective brainstorming and challenges the team to accept the potential of every idea in their search for solutions. DVDs Includes: Meeting DVD - 15:00 minutes The 8 Secrets of a Brainstorming Session Look at Change as Fuel
Leader's DVD - 12:00 minutes Whether it is doing more with less or finding the next great new product or service this program prepares and inspires team leaders for the critical challenge of facilitating a dynamic and productive search for innovation. John Sweeney demonstrates practical techniques to engage each team member and create a safe environment by increasing the fun and decreasing the status in the room. As an added bonus, the DVD includes 4 extended scenes of John’s team warm-up exercises. Four Warm-Up Excercises - 9:00 minutes Four exercises that the Brave New Workshop uses to help team members get out of their heads. This is business improvisation at it's finest. See John Sweeney in action! Purchase Package Includes
Dr. Jerry Porras and his colleague Jim Collins studied the life histories of 18 visionary companies, looking for their most significant characteristics. Then they created a conceptual framework for managers seeking to build a company of enduring greatness. In this talk, Dr. Porras explains how forward-thinking companies adapt to and drive change, and details two fundamental components: an organization's core ideology and its drive for progress. $129.99 [Add to Cart]
Jacqueline Novogratz 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. Novogratz describes how you can put systems in place to start chipping away at this daunting problem. But doing your part in aiding the world’s poverty dilemma doesn’t mean that you aren’t allowed to make a profit. Learn about successful programs that have used established business techniques to produce quantifiable results in some of the world’s most destitute areas.
 The Assessment of Organizational Readiness for Mentoring contains twelve inventories designed to assist coordinators in determining the overall status of preparation and receptivity before launching a mentoring program. Collectively, the inventories highlight and record the essential decisions that must be made in the formative stages of planning. 12 Inventories:
As decision makers, coordinators should view the process of completing the inventories as a pragmatic opportunity to genuinely create a mentoring program which truly reflects the employee development philosophy of the organization.
Value-Based Management (VBM) is steadily growing in popularity around the world, providing significant benefits to many companies. But the race to create even more value is far from over. The new frontier is Value-Based Leadership (VBL), which looks to the future rather than the past, addressing growth, innovation and entrepreneurship. Commodity and "big-bet" industries need metrics that take into account the uncertain, yet tremendous, potential of optionality and learning. Without these paradigms, VBM falls short of reaching your company's full potential. $129.99 [Add to Cart]
Length: 20 minutes In this course Dr. Marianne Jennings teaches the importance of the example that all employees are setting from the bottom to the top. Dr. Jennings uses the analysis of pressure, communication, personal complacency, and indifference to educate that the "tone" of ethics resonates with each and every employee.
 If you could be on the receiving end of your own leadership style, how do you think you'd answer this question: Would I follow me? Most people in leadership positions are unaware of how the people they lead really see them. But how a leader is perceived is crucial to the productivity of any group. The video, "Would I Follow Me" demonstrates one leader's behavior and the results in two different situations: first as a newly appointed leader, and then five years later after he has learned a few lessons about leadership. Viewers will learn effective leadership behaviors and appreciate the impact those behaviors have on the success of their work group. This Program Benifits:
Package Includes: 18 minute video or DVD and Leader's Guide with Reproducible Handouts
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