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Stanford University

Redesigning the CEO

Stanford University via YouTube

Overview

Explore a Stanford seminar on redesigning the CEO role through the lens of Sarah Nahm's entrepreneurial journey. Discover how Nahm and her co-founders created Lever, a talent recruitment platform, in response to HR challenges they observed in tech companies. Gain insights into Nahm's transition to CEO in 2014 and her unique approach to leadership that embraces uncertainty and values observation and trust. Learn about the evolution of Lever, from its inception to its impact on the hiring process, and understand how Nahm's experiences shaped her perspective on entrepreneurial leadership. Delve into topics such as choosing the right path, early startup challenges, team communication, storytelling, inspiration, Design Thinking, and navigating corporate environments. Gain valuable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs and leaders looking to transform traditional business roles and practices.

Syllabus

Intro
Choosing the right path
What is Lever
Early startup days
Getting real with Randall
Telling the team
The right choice
Would we have formed the same company
Storytelling
Inspiration
Design Thinking
Corporate Environment

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Stanford Online

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