Business (Audio)

How do we motivate people to make changes that impact the greater good? The field of sustainability and behavior change is working to do just that. Hear from experts about job growth in this field and how you can put your passion for conservation to work. Series: "The Career Channel" [Show ID: 32235]

Human Resources has evolved over the last couple of decades from a transactional department to more of a collaborative environment where both employees and employers benefit. Series: "The Career Channel" [Show ID: 32450]

Mark Sylvester morphed his career from artist and professional chef to create an Oscar-winning computer graphics software company, Alias/Wavefront, which he eventually took public. Mark discusses the value of combining an artist's sensibilities with sound businesses discipline. He has applied this approach to his latest venture, introNetworks. Series: "Innovator Stories: Creating Something from Nothing" [Show ID: 32548]

In 1984, Stacy Peralta inadvertently created the action sports video. His intention was to produce an inexpensive promotional video which skate shop owners could play in their stores to demonstrate Powell•Peralta skateboards. No one anticipated that the VCR revolution would cause these promotional videos to become cult classics, generating over $10 million and establishing Tony Hawk, Steve Caballero and Rodney Mullen as international stars. Series: "Innovator Stories: Creating Something from Nothing" [Show ID: 32550]

Whether being the first point of contact for a client in a moment of crisis or using cutting-edge technology to prep a case, paralegals are in demand. Hear from experts in the field about what it takes to become a paralegal and what skills will help you succeed. Series: "The Career Channel" [Show ID: 32233]

Robbie Bach joined Microsoft in 1988 and over the next 22 years worked in various marketing, general management and business leadership roles. He is a true intrepreneur, shepherding the xBox through Microsoft's colossal organization and redefining the gaming industry with xBox Live's innovative subscription business model. Since leaving Microsoft in 2012, Robbie has applied his business skills to solve major civic issues, outlining a new model for private/public partnerships in his book xBox Revisited: A Game Plan for Corporate and Civic Renewal. Series: "Innovator Stories: Creating Something from Nothing" [Show ID: 32551]

Mike Falzone had two near-death experiences within a two week period, during which he was also fired from his job because of his illness. On the ride home from the hospital, he vowed that he would never work for anyone else, ever again. Since that day, Mike has written a best-selling book, toured nationally as a musician and has launched himself as a YouTube star, with over 20 million video views. Mike discusses how he found the intersection between what he loves to do (music and comedy) and things he can do to make money. His story is an inspiration to anyone wondering how they can leverage their passions into a career. Series: "Innovator Stories: Creating Something from Nothing" [Show ID: 32552]

Shamil Idriss, President and CEO of Search for Common Ground, addresses the impact that rapidly developing technology is having on peace and stability -- from its untapped potential to the barriers that impede positive impact. Idriss is presented as part of the Distinguished Lecture Series at the Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice at the University of San Diego. Series: "Peace exChange -- Kroc School of Peace Studies, University of San Diego" [Show ID: 32103]

Alan Bush, director of strategy for Ignite Visibility sheds light on some of the acronyms surrounding digital marketing. Series: "The Career Channel" [Show ID: 32427]

At the inaugural lecture of the Alberini Family Speaker Series in Design, Lucky Brand CEO Carlos Alberini talks about “The Power of Strategy and Design in Brand Transformation” with his company’s chief creative officer Kin Ying Lee. Series: "UC Davis Graduate School of Management's Dean's Distinguished Speaker Series" [Show ID: 32522]