Jeffrey Pfeffer

Stanford Business Professor, World Renowned Management, Leadership and HR Scholar

English

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California

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Who Is Jeffrey Pfeffer?

Jeffrey Pfeffer is a renowned professor and author in the field of talent management and business leadership. Since 1979, he has served as the Thomas D. Dee II Professor of Organizational Behavior at Stanford University Graduate School of Business, where he has trained generations of leaders in organizational behavior and talent development. Recognized globally, Pfeffer has been a visiting professor at prestigious institutions such as Harvard, IESE, and London Business School. He is the author of over 14 books exploring effective management and leadership, known for his pragmatic approach as reflected in his motto: “You can’t be normal and expect abnormal returns.”

What is his Background?

Jeffrey Pfeffer’s career is distinguished by his academic and professional contributions to leadership and organizational effectiveness. He has written numerous columns for esteemed publications, including Business 2.0 and Capital, and contributed to outlets like Fortune.com and BloombergBusinessWeek.com. Among his most influential books are “Leadership BS” and “The Human Equation,” which examine the importance of prioritizing people and building high-performance cultures. Pfeffer has received awards from institutions such as The Academy of Management and has provided consulting services in 39 countries, sharing his expertise with companies and organizations worldwide.

Speaker’s Conferences

What Are His Conferences Like?

Jeffrey Pfeffer’s conferences are dynamic, evidence-based, and designed to challenge conventional assumptions about leadership and talent management. Through his experience as an academic and consultant, Pfeffer offers audiences tools to turn knowledge into action, build strong organizational cultures, and effectively manage power. His direct approach and research-based insights inspire attendees to adopt realistic and applicable leadership practices that enhance organizational performance.

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Turning Knowledge into Action and Getting Things Done

In this talk, Pfeffer explores the common challenges leaders face when trying to translate knowledge into effective action. He discusses why ideas often fail to be implemented and how organizations can improve their processes to move from theory to practice. Attendees learn key strategies for driving realistic and effective organizational change.

Building High-Performance Organizations and Strong Cultures

In this session, Jeffrey Pfeffer addresses the essential elements for creating organizational cultures that foster productivity and employee satisfaction. Through practical examples, he examines how leaders can establish values and practices that reinforce a high-performance, cohesive team environment.

Paths to Power

In this talk, Pfeffer examines how power and influence operate within organizations. Drawing on his extensive study of organizational behavior, he shares tactics for leaders to effectively navigate power dynamics and build strategic relationships that advance both their career and organizational effectiveness.

Dangerous Half-Truths: The Case for Evidence-Based Management

In this lecture, Pfeffer challenges common assumptions in management and highlights the importance of relying on evidence rather than “half-truths.” This session encourages leaders to adopt a critical, evidence-based perspective to avoid common pitfalls and improve outcomes.

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