Binding: Hardcover
Description: With a Foreword by Jim Cora former Chairman of Disneyland International " A leadership blueprint applicable in any organization." - - Captain D. Michael Abrashoff U. S. Navy (Ret.) and author of It's Your Ship" When I first arrived at The Walt Disney Company I was surprised to find I had to go back to school - - at Disney University! There I learned the fundamentals of guest service that consistently gave Disney a tremendous advantage in the marketplace. Now anyone can know these secrets of success thanks to Doug Lipp's informative book. No matter what your business the lessons taught at Disney University will prove invaluable." - - Michael Eisner Former CEO and Chairman The Walt Disney Company When it comes to world - class employees few organizations rival Disney. Famous for their friendliness knowledge passion and superior customer service Disney's employees have been fueling the iconic brand's wild success for more than 50 years. How has Disney succeeded in maintaining such a powerful workforce for so many years? Why are so many corporations and executives drawn to study how Disney continues to exemplify service and leadership standards? The Disney University founded by Van France trains the supporting cast that helps create the world - famous Disney Magic. Now for the first time the secrets of this exemplary institution are revealed. In Disney U Doug Lipp examines how Van perpetuated Walt Disney's timeless company values and leadership lessons creating a training and development dynasty. It contains never - before - told stories from numerous Disney legends. These pioneers share behind - the - scenes success stories of how they helped bring Walt Disney's dream to life. Disney U reveals the heart of the Disney culture and describes the company's values and operational philosophies that support the iconic brand. Doug Lipp lays out 13 timeless lessons Disney has used to drive profits and growth worldwide for more than half a century. To this day the Disney University continues to turn out some of the most engaged loyal and customer - centered employees the business world has ever seen. Using the lessons outlined in Disney U will set your organization on a path of sustained success. Praise FOR Disney U:" I highly recommend Disney U to anyone interested in building an enduring market presence and brand." - - Stephen Cannon President and Chief Executive Officer Mercedes - Benz US a" Lipp's narratives reveal how Van and other Disney visionaries set the stage for a world - class organization by skillfully balancing both 'people and 'technology.'" - - Debi Aubee Vice President of Sales Bose Corporation" Every leader should have the equivalent of a Van France at his or her side. Thanks to Doug Lipp we can now tap into the brilliance of a man who helped Walt create The Happiest Place on Earth." - - David Overton Founder and Chief Executive Officer The Cheesecake Factory" How does Disney University create such enthusiastic loyal and customer - centered employees year after year? Now for the first time Doug Lipp takes us on a journey backstage to answer this pivotal question." - - John G. Veres III Ph. D. Chancellor Auburn University at Montgomery" Doug Lipp shares terrific stories about Disney that underscore the importance of creating an organizational culture with an unwavering dedication to superlativeservice and exceptional quality both for employees and customers. He then takes it a step further by explaining how to bring these values to life for your organization." - - Christine A. Morena Executive Vice President of Human Resources Saks Incorporated
Title: Disney U: How Disney University Develops The World's Most Engaged Loyal And Customer - Centric Employees
Author(s): Lipp Doug
Publisher: Mcgraw - Hill Education - Europe
Barcode: 9780071808071
Pages: 240 Pages, 0 Illustrations, Unspecified
Publication Date: 3/26/2013
Category: Management & Management Techniques