FRICTION
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Stanford Engineering Professor Bob Sutton and guests laugh in the face of petty office tyrants and worst practices while sharing insights that improve the way we work.The Latest
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Bob Sutton,
Stanford University
Turning Friction Into Fire: Lessons from Season 2
To fight friction, add predictability even in times of uncertainty.
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.
Hayagreeva Rao,
Stanford Graduate School of Business
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.
Annie Stoll,
Delfina Restaurant Group
Craig Stoll,
Delfina Restaurant Group
Can’t Stand the Heat? Get Rid of the Friction
In fast-moving environments, look for ways to establish consistency and predictability.
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.
Jeffrey Pfeffer,
Stanford Graduate School of Business
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.
Kathleen Eisenhardt,
Stanford University
Simple Rules Set You Free
Use simple, clear rules to get your team into a rhythm and reduce frustration.
Henning Piezunka,
INSEAD
[Transcript] Sweet Rejection: Cutting Out the Noise
Don’t waste time coming up with lots of ideas you’ll never use. Save time for idea selection and implementation.
Henning Piezunka,
INSEAD
Sweet Rejection: Cutting Out the Noise
Don’t waste time coming up with lots of ideas you’ll never use. Save time for idea selection and implementation.
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