Articles by Jack C. Green, PhD
Jack C. Green, PhD, is a professor of strategy and department chair of Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Information Systems & Technology Management at Pepperdine University's Graziadio School of Business and Management. Prior to his transition to academia, he had 28 years of management experience at Weyerhaeuser Company, Pacific Enterprises, and Southern California Gas Company (a subsidiary of Pacific Enterprises). In 1995, he received his PhD from Claremont Graduate University in executive management with an emphasis in strategic management. He was a member of the Los Angeles County Quality and Productivity Commission for ten years and was its chairman for five. Dr. Green's research focus is on governance of nonprofit organizations and on the use of simulations in MBA curricula. His consulting activity focuses on nonprofit organizations and for-profit businesses including the use of simulations for Management Training.
The New Age of Innovation: Driving Co-created Value Through Global Networks by C. K. Prahalad and M. S. Krishnan
The authors clearly identify the “what” and the “why” of the morphing of products and services and then provide direction for managers to understand actions necessary to remain competitive.
Buy-in by John P. Kotter and Lorne A. Whitehead
Each of the strategies discussed are valid; however, the authors should stick with academic articles and books and leave the writing of novels to other authors.
What I Didn’t Learn in Business School: How Strategy Works in the Real World by Jay B. Barney and Trish Gorman Clifford
Although this book is a novel, it allows the reader to gain knowledge and to reflect on its application. I give this four stars and a big “thumbs up.”
Managing By Henry Mintzberg
Two Graziadio faculty members give their review of “Managing” by Henry Mintzberg.
Executing Your Strategy by Mark Morgan, William A. Malek, Raymond E. Levitt
This book provides clear direction on the implementation process and is highly recommended for the serious practitioner interested in formulation and implementation.
Big Think Strategy by Bernd H. Schmitt
“Big think” refers to large, bold ideas designed to create change and value creation. This book provides easy-to-follow concepts that stimulate the imagination and push readers to be bold in making changes within their organizations and careers.
The Leader’s Role in Strategy
This article specifically examines what the business leader does in the five major phases of the strategy-making/strategy-executing process.
Communicating Your Strategy
The best strategic plans in the world are not likely to be successful if they are not effectively communicated to those who must implement them: the employees.
Encourage Your Employees to Play
Senior management support is a key factor in making simulations an effective learning tool.
To Join or Not To Join..?
What criteria should drive your decision on whether to accept the invitation to serve on the board of directors of a local nonprofit organization?
