David Dodson

David Dodson, a Stanford GSB lecturer and author of The Manager’s Handbook, shares his insights on constructive feedback and effective communication. He emphasizes the transformative power of 360 reviews in identifying blind spots and enhancing managerial skills. Dodson provides a structured six-step framework for delivering feedback and discusses strategies for inclusive meetings inspired by great leaders. He highlights the importance of substance over style in communication, ensuring that messages resonate with audiences.

David Dodson, investor, professor, former CEO, and author of The Manager's Handbook, discusses strategies and tactics learned from studying high-performing CEOs. Topics include writing a book for busy people, challenges for CEOs to read, breaking down skills for better understanding, effective time management, importance of proper onboarding, and enhancing productivity in communication tools.

David Dodson, a two-time search fund entrepreneur, longtime investor, and Stanford GSB professor, shares insights from his life and his book, The Manager's Handbook. He discusses his early life in rural Colorado and the ambition that drove him to McKinsey and beyond. Dodson recounts acquiring and scaling companies like Smith Alarm Systems and Auto Palace, along with lessons learned from his Senate run. He emphasizes the importance of leadership skills, effective team building, and the discipline required for success in competitive environments.

Bestselling author David Dodson shares practical insights on effective management and leadership, emphasizing the importance of clarity, preparation, and empathy. Topics include running great meetings, onboarding new hires, and showing compassion when letting someone go. He provides a roadmap for maximizing team success and offers strategies for mobilizing organizations to deliver breakthrough results.

Stanford professor and CEO, David Dodson, discusses the importance of building a strong team, giving performance feedback, impactful books, effective practices for management, and making better decisions. He shares insights from successful leaders like Sam Walton and Steve Jobs, and recommends books on strategy and irrationality.