Tom Byers,
Stanford University
Finding Our Values: A New Era of Entrepreneurship Education
Entrepreneurship education is changing. Students must be equipped with the skills to make values-based decisions.
Rachel Julkowski,
Stanford University
How to Plan Your Crowdsourcing Initiative
Define the goals of your crowdsourcing effort.
Rachel Julkowski,
Stanford University
How Starbucks Turned Crowdsourced Ideas into New Products
Create a two-way dialogue with your customer. Get to know their wants and needs and be transparent with your feedback.
Rachel Julkowski,
Stanford University
Five Common Crowdsourcing Mistakes and How To Avoid Them
Pay attention to your users. Give direct feedback about ideas, both good and bad.
Mike Peña,
Stanford University
Advice for Designing Your Business Model and Beating the Odds
Your business model is just as important as your product.
Mike Peña,
Stanford University
How Competition Ups Your Innovation Game
Take a broad view of who you’re up against. The more competitive the field, the more innovative you’ll end up being.
Bob Sutton,
Stanford University
[Transcript] Turning Friction Into Fire: Lessons from Season 2
To fight friction, add predictability even in times of uncertainty.
Hayagreeva Rao,
Stanford Graduate School of Business
[Transcript] The Emperor Has No Clue
You can’t combat friction through structural solutions alone. Start dealing with your emotions and the emotions of those around you.
Craig Stoll,
Delfina Restaurant Group
Annie Stoll,
Delfina Restaurant Group
[Transcript] Can’t Stand the Heat? Get Rid of the Friction
In fast-moving environments, look for ways to establish consistency and predictability.
Tina Seelig,
Stanford University
How to Catch the Winds of Luck
Taking small risks can lead to large benefits. Stretch yourself by getting out of your comfort zone.
Jeffrey Pfeffer,
Stanford Graduate School of Business
[Transcript] Dear Micro-Manager, Control Yourself
To increase productivity, don’t increase working hours—give employees greater autonomy.
Kathleen Eisenhardt,
Stanford University
[Transcript] Simple Rules Set You Free
Use simple, clear rules to get your team into a rhythm and reduce frustration.
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