Simple Rules: How to Thrive in a Complex World

What do burglars, Stanford’s football team, Federal Reserve chair Janet Yellen, and the Lean Startup have in common? They all use simple rules to help them navigate complex challenges in business and life. Speaker: Kathleen Eisenhardt is the Stanford W. Ascherman M.D. Professor and co-director of the Stanford Technology Ventures Program. Her research focuses on strategy and organization, especially in technology-based companies and high-velocity industries. Recorded on October 23, 2015, in collaboration with the Stanford Alumni Association, as part of the Graduate School of Business Fall Reunion/Alumni Weekend and Stanford Reunion Homecoming.