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Eric Zackrison
Leadership Development & Change Management Expert
Eric has had a distinguished 30-year career as a restaurant manager and owner.
Dec 2023
Santa Barbara, United States
AdaptabilityAnalytical thinkingAssessment and EvaluationBrainstormingBusiness
About
Eric has had a distinguished 30-year career as a restaurant manager and owner. After attaining an MBA and MA from Missouri State University, he earned a PhD in Organizational Communication from UCSB. His research focuses on the coordination of work, team dynamics, leadership, and relationships in the workplace. Currently, Eric teaches in the Department of Technology Management at UCSB, where he works with both undergraduate and graduate students on subjects such as entrepreneurship, management, leadership, strategy, communication, and persuasion. He also teaches Organizational Behavior and Sustainable Business Practices for the MBA program at California Lutheran University.
In addition to his academic roles, Eric runs his consulting company, Effectiveness Consultants, where he collaborates with a wide range of organizations on leadership development, team building, and strategy. He also supports small businesses through two non-profits, WEV and the EDC-SBDC, helping them tackle challenges like market validation and day-to-day operations management. Furthermore, Eric has amassed over 1 million paid views of online courses across various platforms.
"Leadership Development & Change Management Expert"
Courses
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Fundamentals of Management: Leading Teams to Success
This course equips new managers with tools to build trust, drive execution, and coach for growth. Learn psychological safety, OKRs, and feedback in under an hour. Ideal for tech and product leaders.
Eric Zackrison
Jan 2026
4h 10m
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Effective Hiring: Interview Training for Managers
This course helps managers refine their hiring skills, assess candidates effectively, and conduct structured, bias-free interviews. Learn to define success, ask the right questions, and make data-driven decisions for stronger teams.
Eric Zackrison
Jan 2026
4h
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AI-Augmented Decision-Making for Business Leaders
Learn how to integrate AI into executive decision-making—covering forecasting, strategy, risk, ethics, and culture. No AI background required. Gain practical tools to lead confidently in an AI-powered future.
Eric Zackrison
Jan 2026
4h
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Qualitative Research Methods: Capturing Rich Insights
In this course, you’ll explore the core principles, methodologies, and real-world applications of qualitative research across fields like business, healthcare, and social sciences.
Eric Zackrison
Jan 2026
4h
