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Book SynopsisRather than having to choose between the family and the business, the authors argue that if family-owned businesses can consciously manage and over time, perhaps, synthesize these contradictions, the Family Enterprise will have a long-term strategic and competitive advantage and the family will remain committed to continuity.Trade Review'Paradoxes are part of life and are especially evident in the family business. Family Business as Paradox is an excellent manual for how to manage paradox in the family business. The Polarity mapping model is well explained and can be a very helpful process in working through the many issues that family businesses encounter. This book will be helpful and empowering to any family business who wants to go from 'either/or' to 'both/and' in managing paradox.' - Mary Andringa, President & CEO, Vermeer Corporation (USA) 'The 43 years that I spent in our family business made me realize that managing paradoxes is crucial to family business success. One of Murugappa family's core values is to maintain a style of operations befitting our size, yet reflecting moderation and humility. The authors consider precisely such paradoxes in this book. More importantly, they provide a practical problem-solving framework to manage such family business paradoxes and the conflicts that arise as a result. This book is a must-read for all multi-generational families in business.' - M.V. Subbiah, past CEO, The Murugappa Group (India) 'This book comes at just the right moment for us. As we go through the process of transition to a fourth generation business, I found a fresh perspective on the issues we all know about. There are some really creative ideas as to how to build on the positives which we will use as we move forward.' - Thomas G. Bata, Chairman. Bata Group (Canada) 'Schuman, Stutz and Ward shed light and bring clarity to some of the murkier and more complex aspects of family business through their astute analysis of the inherent tensions and strengths of the many paradoxes that are family business.' - Robert Pasin, President & CEO, Radio Flyer Inc.(USA) 'Family business paradoxes are real and mutual acceptance of these paradoxes requires profound analysis. As an example, business transfer to the next generation always brings to the forefront many issues as the transfer is also an emotional process. I greatly appreciate the authors' long-term approach and focus on family businesses. I warmly recommend this book as essential reading for all family entrepreneurs.' - MaaritToivanen-Koivisto, President & CEO, Onninen Oy (Finland) 'The opportunity to honor tradition while remaining dynamic and relevant to current and future guests is both challenging to our management team and energizing. Until I read this book, I had not considered the many paradoxes that are inherent in family business and I certainly didn't realize that it was possible to have it all, to achieve both sides of the paradox, to have both tradition and change, to have growth and liquidity, to know that putting the family first may be in the best interest of the family business. I so appreciate the wealth of information presented in this book. Thanks to Amy Schuman, Stacy Stutz and John Ward for sharing all of this with us!' - Dini Pickering, Vice Chairman of the Board, The Biltmore Company (USA) 'The authors examine the reality of living and working with the ambiguities present in all family businesses and provide new tools for their analysis and objective understanding. This book will allow and encourage family business stakeholders to recognize problems as paradoxes and progress from instinctive to deliberate, explicit management. New skills thereby attained will be energizing and invigorating, providing leverage to capitalize upon effective family business dynamics.' - Alex Scott, Executive Chairman, Sand Aire Limited (UK) 'Paradox is normal in our family business. We allocate a lot of quality time in our family meetings to look for dual solutions. A common family mission mindset with real team spirit is essential to achieve long lasting commitment.' - David Lee, Chairman, Lee Kum Kee Co. Ltd. (Hong Kong)Table of ContentsPreface Introduction - Appreciating Both Paradox Capacity And Capability Problems Are Not All The Same Prospering In The Face Of Ambiguity Capture The Inherent Tension What Lies Ahead Part 1-Acknowledging Both - Where Is Your Family Business's Current Focus - Family Or Business? 1 - Which To Choose: Family Or Business? To Choose Or Not To Choose Choose Both Family And Business Intersection Paradox Of Individual And Collective Individual And Collective In Action Celebrating Paradox At Beretta Assessment Summary 2 - Tradition And Change In Family Firms The Godrej Group: Model Of Tradition And Change Distinctive Time Orientation Complex Successor Dilemmas Internally Driven Strategy Enduring Values Tradition And Change At Beretta Part II-Identifying Both 3 - Predictable Paradoxes Across The Generations Generational Oscillation Predictable Paradoxes: Founder Stage Predictable Paradoxes: Sibling Partnership Stage Predictable Paradoxes: Cousin Collaboration Stage The Enterprising Family Generational Paradoxes: Final Analysis 4 - Predictable Conflicts In The Intersections From Two Systems To Three Problem – Conflict – Contradiction – Paradox Understanding The Intersections Family – Management Conflicts Management – Ownership Conflicts Ownership – Family Conflicts Governance Structures Intersections: Final Analysis Part III – Managing Both 5 - A Continuum For Addressing Paradoxes Either/Or - Both/And The Paradox Management Continuum Family Employment On The Continuum The Art Of Paradox Management Cycle Of Renewal And Benefit 6 - One Key Tool: The Polarity Map™ Anna's Family Business And Polarity Mapping The Continuum And The Map Another Polarity Map™: Family Councils Step-By-Step Through The Polarity Map™ Final Reflections Part IV –Achieving Both 7 - Experience The Power Of Paradox Sources Of Continuity Culture Unlocks The Power Of Paradox From Implicit To Explicit A Look Toward Fusion Appendices Appendix A: Historical Perspective On Paradox Appendix B: Paradoxes In Business Literature Appendix C: Family First – Business First Assessment Appendix D: More On Polarity Maps™ Notes Index

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Book SynopsisTransform your approach to learning and working in the 21st century In In The E Factor: The 21st Century Guide to Entrepreneurial Thinking, award-winning professor, entrepreneur, and accountant David Gibson delivers a singularly practical guide to critical thinking that will transform the way you think about learning and take action. The book explains all the key skills useful to teachers, students, and professionals in the contemporary classroom and marketplace, offering hands-on strategies and techniques for work and school that enhance productivity and effectiveness. You''ll discover how to apply the author''s one-of-a-kind model to everyday learning and working and become more successful. You''ll also find: Practical case studies that demonstrate the power of the E Factor approach in the real world Strategies for teaching students to apply the E Factor to enhance their overall educational experience and get more out of each class and lesson

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Book SynopsisRob Percival is a web developer, author and entrepreneur who has taught over 500,000 students around the world to code through his online courses on Udemy. His courses have been translated into over five languages and have taught people to become confident web-developers. He is based in Cambridge, UK.Darren Woods is Managing Director of Synapture, a Web/Software Development Agency. Alongside his work, he teaches a Pre-Diploma Computer Science course and A-Level Computer Science. He is based in Cambridge, UK.Table of Contents Chapter - 00: Introduction Section - ONE: Why coding Chapter - 01: Why coding is important and what it can do for you; Chapter - 02: What is coding?; Section - TWO: Languages; Chapter - 03: HTML; Chapter - 04: CSS Chapter - 05: JavaScript; Chapter - 06: Python; Section - THREE: In practice; Chapter - 07: Website development; Chapter - 08: Building an android app; Chapter - 09: Building an iPhone/iPad app; Chapter - 10: Debugging; Section - FOUR: Futureproofing your career with coding; Chapter - 11: Using coding to enhance your career prospects; Chapter - 12: Coding and entrepreneurship - creating your own business or product; Chapter - 13: Pursuing coding further - becoming a developer; Chapter - 14: Conclusion

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Book SynopsisDr Jessica Barker is an award-winning global leader in cyber security and a popular keynote speaker. She is co-founder and co-CEO of Cygenta, where she influences cyber security awareness, behaviour and culture in organizations around the world. Jessica Barker has been named one of the top 20 most influential women in cyber security in the UK and is the Chair of ClubCISO. She is based in London, UK.Trade Review"Whether you're an aspiring professional planning a career in cybersecurity or a board member needing to secure your organization, this book offers a goldmine of insights. Its accessible language and actionable advice make it a valuable resource for anyone." -- Mikko Hypponen, technology speaker and authorTable of Contents Chapter - 00: Introduction; Section - ONE: Why Cyber Security?; Chapter - 01: What cyber security is; Chapter - 02: Why it is important; Section - TWO: The technical side of cyber security; Chapter - 03: Technical vulnerabilities Section - THREE: The human side of cyber security; Chapter - 04: Why people are so important in cyber security; Chapter - 05: Social engineering; Chapter - 06: Attacks that utilize social engineering; Section - FOUR: The physical side of cyber security; Chapter - 07: Why physical space matters in cyber security; Chapter - 08: Attacks on the individual; Chapter - 09: Attacks on organizations; Chapter - 10: Nation state cyber security - Geopolitics; Section - FIVE: The future of cyber security and what it means for your career; Chapter - 11: Cyber security in different industries; Chapter - 12: Cyber security at the board level; Chapter - 13: The variety of cyber security careers; Chapter - 14: Pursuing a cyber security career

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Book SynopsisLet the experts at Inc.guide you through every critical step and potential pitfall as their on-the-ground reporting shows how to locate funding, manage your money, and smart hack your way to a comfortable retirement.Startup Money Made Easy gathers the best advice from the magazine’s pages, spotlighting celebrated entrepreneurs and inspiring stories. You’ll hear from: FUBU founder Daymond John, who mortgaged his family home for start-up capital—and built a $6 billion empire Makeup artist Bobbi Brown, who turned a modest lipstick line into a profitable 30-store enterprise Alexa von Tobel, who dropped out of Harvard Business School to launch the equity-magnate LearnVest.com Mark Cuban, Sallie Krawcheck, Max Levchin, and other founders who overcame financial obstacles on their way to the top  Additionally, these stories include on-target tips that explain how to:Rais

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Book Synopsis What’s your entrepreneurial profile?Do you have what it takes to build a great business?In this book, three prominent business leaders and entrepreneurs—now venture capitalists and CEO advisers—share the qualities that surface again and again in those who successfully achieve their goals. The common traits? Heart, smarts, guts, and luck.After interviewing and researching hundreds of business-builders across the globe, the authors found that every one of them—from young founder to seasoned CEO—holds a combination of these four attributes. Indeed each of us tends to be biased toward one of these traits in our decision-making, and figuring out which trait drives you will lead to greater self-awareness and likelihood of success in starting and growing a business.So are you:• Heart-dominant, like renowned chef Alice Waters or Starbucks’s Howard Schultz?• Smarts-dominant, like Jeff Bezos ofTrade ReviewA New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Publisher's Weekly Bestseller Named a "Best Business Book of 2012" by Fast Company "this book contains some valuable self-help advice..." -- The Economist "In examining what they regard as the four key aspects most often associated with successful entrepreneurs, they have understood the importance of clear messages to help people apply their findings." -- Management Today (Australia) '"Heart, Smarts, Guts, and Luck,' by Anthony Tjan, Richard Harrington, and Tsun-Yan Hsieh, gives you what you really need to succeed in business: Entrepreneurship tests, real world stories, workable strategies, and lots more. Maybe the subtitle of this excellent book says it best: 'What it takes to be an entrepreneur and build a great business.' Check it out." -- USA Today "Heart, Smarts, Guts and Luck will identify the right path for any entrepreneur--from those in the early stages of a startup, to veterans scaling an established business." -- Open Forum from American Express "Heart, Smarts, Guts and Luck is a book that you can read from start to finish. In fact, that's exactly what I'd recommend." "You'll have fun as the authors take you on a journey of self-discovery that includes examples of successful entrepreneurs in each entrepreneurial profile." -- Small Business Trends (smallbiztrends.com) "Take the test and pick up the book for your team. They'll both help you further hone your skills, and understand the skills of others in order to create a better team." -- 800 CEO READ ADVANCE PRAISE: Deepak Chopra, author, Spiritual Solutions; Cofounder of the Chopra Center for Wellbeing -- "Reminds us all of the power of self-awareness for success in business and life." Sunil Mittal, Founder, Chairman, and Group CEO, Bharti Enterprises -- "Heart, smarts, guts, and luck are crucial not just for those who start a business; they must also be in the DNA of everyone who wants to succeed in a transnational, high-growth company." Tony Hsieh, New York Times bestselling author, Delivering Happiness; CEO, Zappos.com -- "A practical and fun read for entrepreneurs." Keith Ferrazzi, New York Times bestselling author, Never Eat Alone; Founder and Chairman, Ferrazzi Greenlight -- "Great, really great ... not just for businesspeople, but for anyone trying to make better decisions and to better manage relationships." David Lawee, Vice President of Corporate Development, Google -- "Refreshingly human. Gets at the core of what it takes to build a successful entrepreneurial venture." Henry McCance, Chairman Emeritus, Greylock Partners -- "The authors have a rare combination of entrepreneurial and operating backgrounds, together with the experience of partnering with founders in a venture capital context. They have collected a perspective on what makes a successful entrepreneur--which everyone should enjoy and benefit from." Lord Rothermere, Chairman, DMGT -- "This book redefines the business book genre. It gets to the heart of the entrepreneur with clarity and common sense, which makes it both inspirational and a cracking good read."

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Book SynopsisThanks to the decreasing cost of prototyping, it's more feasible for professional makers and first-time entrepreneurs to launch a hardware startup. But exactly how do you go about it? This book provides the roadmap and best practices you need for turning a product idea into a full-fledged business.

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Book SynopsisYou are about to embark on one of the biggest adventures of your life. It''s a daunting prospect, isn''t it? An empty desk, no customers, no confirmed money coming in, and no one to gossip with. Welcome to running your own business. Every issue is now yours to wrestle with, and yours alone. But then so is all the satisfaction when things go well, whether that is mental or financial. This book expertly guides you through the principles of running and growing a successful business - including what to do when it''s not going exactly as you wish. Crammed with practical advice - from assessing pros and cons to motivating yourself and adopting effective practices - it will help you find clear, practical solutions and prove invaluable as you tackle this great adventure.

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Book SynopsisMost people are afraid of what others might think or say if they showed up as their true authentic selves. Especially in a business or professional context. That's why too many of us are terrified of sharing our story authentically in public and struggle to make a lasting impact when introducing ourselves.But what if you could make a connection instantly, effortlessly engaging your audience every time you introduced yourself and the work that you do, be it on stage, at work or on a podcast? And more importantly, what if you could get people to care about and pay attention to what you had to say, share or sell? Turns out, learning how to find the courage to craft and communicate your story in a clear and compelling way can help you do just that.CEO and Founder of Ministry of Purpose©, public speaker and award-winning host of The Unconventionalists© podcast Mark Leruste (@markleruste) has found a simple 3-step structure that anyone can follow to turn your myriad of life experiences into a memorable and magnetic origin story people will remember and share with others on your behalf.From helping you land bigger media opportunities, generate more leads for your business or attract top talent, Glow in the Dark is a refreshingly practical and thought provoking book on why everyone has a powerful story worth telling, and how owning and sharing your story can have a transformative impact on your life and business beyond your wildest imagination. The methods in this book will get you out of the shadows and help you raise your profile by becoming the spotlight in your industry."With wit, warmth, and the benefit of his own considerable experience and success, Mark will convince you why your personal story is important, and show you how to tell it. He is a gem, and this book is gold." - Sarah Knight, New York Times bestselling author of the No F**ks Given GuidesTrade ReviewGlow in the Dark is a transformative guide to becoming-and broadcasting-your authentic self in order to connect with your audience, build your business, and actually enjoy the process. With wit, warmth, and the benefit of his own considerable experience and success, Mark will convince you why your personal story is important, and show you how to tell it. He is a gem, and this book is gold. -- Sarah Knight, New York Times bestselling author of the No F**ks Given GuidesGlow in the Dark is a remarkable book that effectively conveys how sharing your story authentically can yield unprecedented results. Do me a favour, if you have something important to say or share and want to make a positive impact with your work, don't waste another minute, read Mark's book. -- Dr Rupy Aujla, best-selling author and founder of The Doctor's KitchenA must read for every entrepreneur and business leader who wants to raise their profile and turn their personal story into a powerful asset that gets noticed. -- Daniel Priestley, Co-Founder and CEO of Dent Global and bestselling author of Oversubscribed and Key Person of InfluenceI feel like Mark Leruste has written this book from inside my head. I love the work I do, but I hate having to create content and put myself out there. This book is human, funny and intensely practical. It is already helping me remove some of the 'ickyness' from the idea of telling my story. Thank you, Mark! -- Graham Allcott, Founder of Think Productive and best-selling author of How to be a Productivity NinjaMark taught me that sharing your story is the most powerful way to create a sacred sense of connection between you and your audience. I feel it's the reason why I've been invited on so many platforms to share my story. So if you feel you have a message to share with the world, then this book is going to be a great gift for you and those who are waiting to hear from you. I can't wait for you to read it. -- Tony Riddle, Founder of The Natural Life-Stylist and best-selling author of Be More HumanEveryone loses when bright people play small. Mark Leruste brilliantly changes the dream killing question, 'Who do you think you are?' to 'Who do you think you are to NOT share your story?" This book is must-read for anyone seeking to have not only an authentic business - but an authentic life. -- Dr Valerie Young, Author of The Secret Thoughts of Successful Women and Co-Founder of the Impostor Syndrome InstitutIn Glow in the Dark, Mark Leruste provides a brilliant and compassionate guide to connecting with your authentic self and finding the courage to share your personal story in a way that will inspire others into action. -- Scott Harrison, Founder and CEO, charity: waterFinally a book that not only talks about the value of sharing our personal story to better connect and engage with our audience but actually shows you how to do it in a simple and practical way. -- Nir Eyal, Wall Street Journal best-selling author of Hooked and IndistractableIf you want to stand out from the crowd and be remembered you need to read this book. Simple, powerful, actionable. -- Shaa Wasmund, bestselling author of Stop Talking, Start Doing

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Book SynopsisEconomic inequality continues to contribute to political and social instability around the world. This instability stifles development and results in widening the wealth gap between the "haves" and "have nots," further eroding stability. It has been argued that entrepreneurship is a prime contributor to this vicious cycle. Using Entrepreneurship and Social Innovation to Mitigate Wealth Inequality contends that this is only true when the opportunity for entrepreneurship is limited to a few. The authors maintain that when entrepreneurship is open to anyone who is properly motivated, innovative, and has a goal of growth for their enterprise, it helps build wealth for a greater number of people. The concept of "social entrepreneurship" is introduced, where entrepreneurship becomes a vehicle for explicitly addressing community-based economic and social challenges using markets. The book uses examples of entrepreneurial projects and programs that have attempted to address inequality to discuss entrepreneurship as an economic development strategy and its role in addressing the challenges of economic inequality. It advocates thinking and acting systemically, creating and sustaining entrepreneurial support ecosystems, in order to generate the synergy required to scale-up development and transform our economies and provides a distinctive perspective on a pressing social and economic issue, with significant implications for the future of the United States and the world.Table of ContentsAcknowledgments About the Authors Introduction 1 Wealth Inequality: What is it? Why do We Care? 2 Growth and Development 3 The Rise of Entrepreneurship as an Economic Development Strategy 4 How Entrepreneurship Can Be Fostered in a Way That Mitigates Wealth Inequality 5 An Example from New York City: Competition THRIVE 6 An Example from Chicago: The West Side Business Xcelerator 7 An Example from Michigan: The MSU Product Center Food-Ag-Bio 8 An Example from Poland: The Warsaw Entrepreneurship Forum 9 Community Entrepreneurship: The Cases of the Lumber Enterprise in Ixtlan, Mexico and the Pubs of Rural Ireland 10 Social Entrepreneurship among Native Peoples of the Americas: A Model or an Exception? 11 Necessary but not Sufficient: Only Systemic Approaches Transform Index

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Book SynopsisThe cat’s out of the bag – the pet industry is booming. From grooming to pet sitting, spas to nutrition, the pet business is teaming with consistent clientele who want the best for their balls of joy. Animal lovers and aspiring entrepreneurs look no further, Start Your Own Pet Business is here to unlock your pet-tential. Detailing how to find your market, create your specific business plan, finance your venture, and obtain permits, Rich Mintzer and the experts at Entrepreneur guide you every step of the way, so you can dig your paws into the meat of the matter and maximize your profits. Using this comprehensive blueprint, you’ll discover how to: Locate and enhance your customer base Establish your business as a legal entity Navigate insurance, licensing, and expenditures Construct your individualized business plan Set up your base of operations for maximum productivity Every dog has its day, and today is yours! Join the pack of successful entrepreneurs with Start Your Own Pet Business as your go-to guide.Table of ContentsPrefaceChapter 1: Your Customers Are HumanChapter 2: Putting the Parts of Your Business in PlaceChapter 3: Basic ServicesChapter 4: Putting Your Best Paw ForwardChapter 5: Useful CredentialsChapter 6: Contracts, Insurance, and Legal MattersChapter 7: Financial ConsiderationsChapter 8: Raining Cats and DogsChapter 9: Other Common House PetsChapter 10: Barn-Animal CareChapter 11: Jungle FeverChapter 12: Expanding Your BusinessAppendixGlossaryAbout the AuthorIndex

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Book SynopsisSocial Entrepreneurship as a Catalyst for Social Change contains twenty chapters on the impact of social entrepreneurial ventures within a variety of cultural and national contexts. From Brazil to Croatia, from Thailand to Greenland, this book is rare in that it provides a rich landscape in which to imagine additional efforts to bring about positive social change. The case studies cover a broad range of topics with one common theme—how can we learn from what others are doing in the emerging field of social entrepreneurship? The various cases will inspire budding entrepreneurs to new heights of awareness to support the alleviation of poverty in many contexts. Part Two, Lessons from the Field: How Social Entrepreneurial Companies are Succeeding, discusses the similarities and differences that social entrepreneurial ventures and other businesses must face to be successful. Other topics covered include Entrepreneur Bootcamp for Veterans, microfinance, social entrepreneurship education, and development of a culture of social entrepreneurship.Part Three, Going from Local to Global, explores the challenges of a social enterprise as it transitions from a national venture to an international one. The relationship between social entrepreneurship and local business development in places such as Sicily is discussed through case studies. A stage theory of social venture internationalisation is put forth. Research connecting social media and social entrepreneurship is used to illustrate the importance of social networks in creating positive social change. Part four, Challenges in Social Entrepreneurship, explores the challenges that social entrepreneurial ventures face. Ethics of intellectual property rights in social enterprises is a focal topic in this section. Social franchising as an approach to social entrepreneurship is illustrated.

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Book SynopsisThe best entrepreneurs balance brilliant business ideas with a rigorous commitment to serving their customers' needs.If you read nothing else on entrepreneurship and startups, read these 10 articles by experts in the field. We've combed through hundreds of articles in the Harvard Business Review archive and selected the most important ones to help you build your company for enduring success.Leading experts and practitioners such as Clayton Christensen, Marc Andreessen, and Reid Hoffman provide the insights and advice that will inspire you to: Understand what makes entrepreneurial leaders tick Know what matters in a great business plan Adopt lean startup practices such as business model experimentation Be prepared for the race for scale in Silicon Valley Better understand the world of venture capital--and know what you'll get along with VC funding Take an alternative approach to entrepreneurship: buy an existing business and run it as CEO This collection of articles includes "Hiring an Entrepreneurial Leader," by Timothy Butler; "How to Write a Great Business Plan," by William A. Sahlman; "Why the Lean Start-Up Changes Everything," by Steve Blank; "The President of SRI Ventures on Bringing Siri to Life," by Norman Winarsky; "In Search of the Next Big Thing," an interview with Marc Andreessen by Adi Ignatius; "Six Myths About Venture Capitalists," by Diane Mulcahy; "Chobani's Founder on Growing a Start-Up Without Outside Investors," by Hamdi Ulukaya; "Network Effects Aren’t Enough," by Andrei Hagiu and Simon Rothman; "Blitzscaling," an interview with Reid Hoffman by Tim Sullivan; "Buying Your Way into Entrepreneurship," by Richard S. Ruback and Royce Yudkoff; and "The Founder's Dilemma," by Noam Wasserman.

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Book SynopsisThe Intrapreneurship Formula is a practical guide for corporate leaders and managers who aspire to drive corporate innovation. The world we are in today is experiencing an acceleration of technological advancement. More companies are facing disruptions. Companies must innovate to survive.80% of the leaders know the importance of innovating but most do not know where to start. What they don't know is they already have the crucial asset of innovation in their organization - their employees. The question is, how to activate the employees to innovate.This book provides a simple and actionable framework that leaders can apply to drive corporate entrepreneurship. It's a playbook with tools and tested methodologies including Design Thinking, Lean Startup, Agile, etc. –a must read for anyone working on innovation in medium- to large-size companies. The framework and tools, when implemented, will help the company constantly come up with innovation and capture growth.

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Book SynopsisPart of the TRACTION Library, Process! proves that a high-level, 20/80 approach to getting your core processes “followed by all” will help you: Get consistently exceptional results Improve and innovate as necessary Free yourself to live your ideal life If you own, run, or lead in a fast-moving business, you’re likely driven by passion and a desire to be free. Many leaders mistakenly believe instilling rigor and discipline for process throughout your organizations will inhibit freedom. They couldn’t be more wrong. It’s when you’re stuck in the day-to-day, putting out fires and cleaning up messes, that passion turns to frustration. Freedom seems somewhere between elusive and impossible. The secret to getting unstuck is process. This inspiring, informative field guide will prove it’s possible to establish rigor and discipline for process while also increasing creativity, flexibility, and innovation. Process! will help you identify a handful of core processes that make your business uniquely valuable. You’ll learn how to document and simplify the major steps in those processes so they can be done the right and best way, every time. Finally, you’ll execute a simple, step-by-step plan that is helping more than 10,000 entrepreneurs around the world consistently get the results they want.

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Book SynopsisDave Hersh's new book, Reignition Transforming Stuck Startups into Breakout Winners gives readers a valuable outline on how to transform a stuck startup into a lean, disciplined, focused organization that thoughtfully experiments with growth before making investments and that has the best chance of succeeding on a large scale.

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Book SynopsisThe Step-by-Step Guide to Starting a Successful Business and Becoming Your Own Boss!Entrepreneur Quick Guides were specifically created for modern-day entrepreneurs on the go, providing practical tips and actionable steps that can be swiftly and effectively implemented. Creating, Planning, and Funding Your New Business is a comprehensive guide that will assist you in thinking, planning, funding, and preparing for the launch of your business.This guide offers invaluable insights and solutions to questions such as: How can I determine if my business idea is truly exceptional? Should I start my own business or acquire an existing one? How do I effectively set up and plan my business? Where can I secure funding for my business? How do I assemble a capable team and prepare for a successful launch? Prepare yourself to take the plunge and embark on your entrepreneurial journey! Thi

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Book SynopsisDiscover how AI is changing healthcare.According to estimates, the healthcare AI market will grow to over $45 billion by 2026. Now is the time for everyone involved, including medical consumers and entrepreneurs, to understand and embrace the AI in healthcare revolution.AI continues to advance at breakneck speeds. Nowhere else is AI moving faster than in the health care sector, where it’s being used to improve millions of lives at every point in the healthcare system. In this book, you will take a deep dive into the remarkable strides that AI is making, with chapters covering:The current and future implementation of AI in healthcare and medicine.The impact of AI in drug discovery with examplesincluding how AI helped bring the COVID-19 vaccines to market.Answers to ethical and privacy concerns about healthcare AI.Best practice guides for practitioners and administrators.A roadmap for startups and investors in healthcare AI.…And so much more!

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Book SynopsisIn the vein of Get Good with Money and The Black Girl’s Guide to Financial Freedom, an accessible, witty, and necessary guide from the beloved creator of The Broke Black Girl that addresses the unique financial issues of Black women and others shut out of traditional finance conversations. Dasha Kennedy grew up in a family where finances were not discussed. At fifteen, she already had bad money habits that would follow her into adulthood. At nineteen, she realized that the Fortune 500 executives who promote financial literacy did not look or sound anything like her. And she knew she couldn’t be the only person who felt as lost and overlooked as she did when it came to money management. So, she started the website The Broke Black Girl and discovered an entire community of people who were desperate for money advice and understanding. Now, Kennedy provides the ultimate user-friendly resource, featuring engaging and relatable stories from her own personal finance journey. With actionable advice and an engaging voice, she helps us take control, move past shame and anxiety, build family wealth in a single generation, and become financially independent forever.

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Book SynopsisEntrepreneurial finance is defined as a topic that covers several sources of capital, such as angel investors, venture capital, private equity, hedge funds, microfinance, project finance, and more. This monograph focuses on three of these principal components – institutional financing (in the shape of formal venture capital), angel financing, and crowdfunding – in order to identify and analyze the academic literature in entrepreneurial equity finance. Venture Capital, Angel Financing, and Crowdfunding of Entrepreneurial Ventures: A Literature Review provides a connected overview of the academic literature. The authors develop a theoretical framework that not only provides insight into the different sources of entrepreneurial equity finance but also guides the volume's structure. The cornerstones are presented in an interconnected style rather than individually. This offers the benefit of analyzing the literature that investigates the interplay between these market forces rather than simply investigating each financing technique's individual contribution, therefore providing a sense of the overall market dynamics.Table of Contents1. Introduction 2. Venture Capital 3. Business Angels 4. Crowdfunding 5. Institutional Seed Investors, Business Angels, and the Crowd Acting Together 6. Conclusion. References.

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Book SynopsisExploring the elite team concept with lessons gleaned from the Special Forces, and injecting those qualities into the workplace, is a sure-fire way to create a thriving business. If you're a business owner and want to achieve results in a way that feels great, this book is for you. It presents a compelling new methodology enabling you to design, develop and lead high-performing, autonomous teams. You'll learn how to: Inject clarity, cohesion and commitment into your organisation Understand three powerful and fundamental principles of leadership Eliminate the friction that occurs within a growing team Boost your power to influence and communicate effectively Leverage the full creative potential of your team Develop the three core skills necessary for exponential results Build an organisation that's fit for purpose in the Fourth Industrial Revolution

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Book SynopsisFINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE SHOULD BE EVERY ENTREPRENEUR'S GOAL, BUT HOW DO YOU DEFINE IT AND ACHIEVE IT? If you find it hard to make time for decisions about your personal finances while running a business or don't know where to begin, this book will help you take control and get started today. It will enable you to: Discover how to plan for your financial future Calculate how much money you'll need to become financially independent Learn how to make better financial decisions Understand compound returns and how to use them to your advantage Realise how your business and personal finances must work together

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Book SynopsisAs a then 16-year-old with no start-upfunds, no experience, and no track record,Liv built a multi-million-pound business & multi-award winning personal brand in her teens, won the coveted UK Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award, has interviewed some of the world''s most successful entrepreneurs on her podcast and was invited to dinner with the Prime Minister, all before the age of 21.Liv is leading the next generation on how to tap into their entrepreneurial spirit and blaze their own trail. She has helped countless others build profitable personal brands that champion profit with purpose.And now it''s your turn.Too Big For Your Bootsis the ultimate how-to guide on how tobuild a wildly successful business and thriving personal brand.Regardless of your age, current circumstance or starting point, you''ll be able to: Follow the proven roadmap of success to launch your business with the 6 Key Fundamentals Launch a purpose-driven brand that instantly stands out in your industry Develop a next-level mindset and confidence to overcome limiting beliefs Leverage your brand story and employ it as your superpower Go from unknown to the leading authority in your industryNo matter what age you choose to start a business, this book covers everything you need to succeed in today''s world. Step outside your comfort zone, share your story and take action...it will truly change your life.

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Book Synopsis"A vibrant, inspiring celebration of fashion, family and passion. I love this colourful celebration of all things shoes." – Fearne Cotton"I really enjoyed the personal insights into what makes Sophia so unique and wonderful. A brilliantly bold, colourful delight, just like Sophia's shoes" – Alesha Dixon"Beautiful and motivational. A rare insight into what it's like to walk in Sophia's heels and build an empire in the fashion world." – Laura Whitmore Artist. Entrepreneur. Mum. Bosslady. Leading British shoe designer Sophia Webster is known for her sense of fun, playful and feminine touches – but less well known is the story behind the shoes, and how Sophia juggled a fledgling business with a young family, turning her love of drawing into a renowned brand. Charting her early days as a young creative, through her inspirations (from the Spice Girls to Grayson Perry) and on to how her designs are brought to life, Oh My Gosh, I Love Your Shoes! shines a spotlight on Sophia’s boundless imagination and enthusiasm for her craft. Sophia reflects on how her early life experiences set her up to face the challenges of establishing a fashion brand and the benefits of quick thinking and infinite determination when navigating the daily trials of business ownership. Her story is told through 365 sketches of her favourite designs, each evoking their own memories of this fascinating and colourful journey. Celebrating a decade of head-turning heels, Oh My Gosh, I Love Your Shoes! is an inspiring, uplifting showcase of Sophia’s remarkable shoes, inspiration and expertise. Gathering together the stories and learnings behind Sophia’s most cherished designs, it’s also a celebration of the many famous feet who have worn Sophia’s shoes on red carpets all over the world – from Taylor Swift to Beyoncé, Gwen Stefani and Michelle Obama. Trade ReviewA vibrant, inspiring celebration of fashion, family and passion. I love this colourful celebration of all things shoes. * Fearne Cotton *I really enjoyed the personal insights into what makes Sophia so unique and wonderful. A brilliantly bold, colourful delight, just like Sophia’s shoes! * Alesha Dixon *Beautiful and motivational. A rare insight into what it’s like to walk in Sophia’s heels and build an empire in the fashion world. * Laura Whitmore *Each shoe tells a unique story. * Jenna Lyons *A Sophia Webster girl doesn’t just follow trends, she sets them. Sophia’s shoes always give off that ‘it girl’ energy, where you never have to apologize for looking and feeling good. * Christine Quinn *I love, and have always loved, Sophia’s designs, she’s a British fashion icon! I’ve worn her shoes on carpets for as long as I can remember – Sophia Websters are a shoe for every girl, for every occasion. Congratulations on the release of your book, Sophia – it’s been so incredible to watch the brand grow! * Maya Jama *Sophia’s designs are so special, you work your outfit around them! * Emma Bunton *Sophia is my fave shoe designer! Her eye-popping shoes and gorgeous bags always demand attention. * Sir Grayson Perry *Sophia’s shoes are art for your feet * Law Roach *I love shoes that make you smile, and Sophia’s shoes are the epitome of that. * Patrick Cox *"Through gorgeous colorful photos and sweet stories, Webster walks through her life in this beautiful coffee table book that any shoe-lover would adore." * People Magazine *

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Book SynopsisAfrica is at a critical moment in its economic development. With the recent decline of commodity prices, it has become apparent that many African economies, which are resource-based, have suffered greatly. The economies of Africa cannot be lifted up only through programs of aid. Indigenous high-impact entrepreneurs are needed, as they know how to best inspire, act as role models for other Africans and serve their fellow entrepreneurs. Entrepreneurial ventures in the financial services sector hold special importance because of the role that they play in the entrepreneurship ecosystem. Financial services are an essential element in powering entrepreneurial activity beyond resource extraction, yet in most sub-Saharan African countries, the financial services sector is relatively nascent compared to developed markets. This book highlights how this is beginning to change. With contributions from leading scholars, it provides inspiring success stories of entrepreneurial financial sector ventures that are making a lasting contribution to the economic development of various sub-Saharan African countries as well as helping the reader understand larger macro-trends.Trade ReviewContributed by business and other researchers from Africa, the US, and Europe, the 11 essays in this volume describe how entrepreneurial financial institutions have evolved in sub-Saharan Africa. They detail background on the history of the financial services sector in Africa, the importance of high-impact entrepreneurship, managing risk in entrepreneurship and the role of the insurance sector, and currency zones in French-speaking countries; case studies of high-impact entrepreneurial banks, including Fidelity Bank, Banco Atlantico, Banco Unico, and Equity Bank; and developments and trends in the financial sector that present potential opportunities, such as non-interest banking, impact investing, and crowdfunding. -- Annotation ©2017 Ringgold Inc. * (protoview.com) *Table of ContentsIntroduction - Dana T. Redford PART 1: FRAMEWORK CHAPTERS 1. The Rise of Financial Services in Africa: an historical perspective - Grietjie Verhoef 2. High-Impact Entrepreneurship and its Importance in Sub-Saharan Africa - Dana T. Redford & Christian Wolf 3. Transforming Africa through Risk Management: Insurance Matters - Craig Churchill & Alice Merry 4. The Financial Ecosystem for High-Impact Entrepreneurship in French-Speaking sub-Saharan Africa - Colette A. Alla & Constant D. Beugré PART 2: CASE STUDIES OF HIGH-IMPACT ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN BANKING 5. Atlantico: A New Benchmark for Angolan Banking - Dana T. Redford 6. Equity Bank: From Humble Beginnings to Market Leader: A High-Impact Entrepreneurial Turnaround Story - David B. Zoogah & Christian Wolf 7: Fidelity: Ghana’s Banking Success Story - Kwaku Appiah-Adu & Christopher Boachie 8 Unico: a Unique Entrepreneurial Venture in Mozambique - Daniela Costa & Dana T. Redford PART 3: TRENDS AND DEVELOPMENTS 9. Jaiz: the Birth of Non-interest Banking in Nigeria - Vrajlal Sapovadia 10. Impact Investing: Building a Better Africa - Artur Kochinyan & Dana T. Redford 11. From Harambee to Modern Crowdfunding: The Opportunities and Challenges in Sub-Saharan Africa - Christian Wolf

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Book SynopsisGrowing your business sustainably and successfully isn't just about systems, visions and values. The secret to a thriving business? It's in the team - the people part.Do you want your business to thrive – without having to do and think of everything yourself? Success in business today means responding to change at an ever-increasing pace. Delivering more value with fewer resources is the name of the game. But even when a business is winning, the leaders and teams playing the game often feel like they are losing – plagued by overwhelm and burnout.Most business books try to address this problem with systems, structures and values. What’s missing? The ‘People Part’ – the often-misunderstood area of a business where leaders and team members do the actual thinking, interacting and performing together. Drawing on Annie’s 30 years of working with people in business, this dynamic and engaging book outlines seven easy-to-implement agreements to build a high-performance team. You’ll learn how to:· lead in a way that supports others to perform at their best, by strengthening your own self-leadership· create psychological safety – the environment that empowers team members to collaborate at the highest levels· develop leaders and team members to take on responsibilities with the same commitment level as the owners· supercharge your team productivity with Annie’s signature toolsIf you’re an entrepreneur just starting out, a CEO trying to work ‘on’ rather than ‘in’ your business, a leader needing a breakthrough for yourself and your team or a team member wanting to make your best contribution yet, The People Part is for you.

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Book SynopsisKevin Harrington, one of the original "sharks" of the TV hit Shark Tank, and serial entrepreneur Mark Timm take you on a journey that radically redefines what it means to truly succeed--at work, at home, and in every area of life.On one of the best days of his life as an entrepreneur, Mark Timm found himself sitting in his car at the end of his driveway. In just a minute he would go into the house and greet his wife and children. But as he basked in the success he'd just had, he also had to face a surprising realization: he didn't really want to go home.Mark knew that once he stepped into the happy chaos of his family, the euphoria of the day would evaporate. His work life and his home life might as well have been two different worlds. And at that moment, he acknowledged--as he puts it--that "my businesses were getting my first and my best, while my family got my last and my least."Mentor to Millions charts Mark's journey from that pivotal moment to a whole new understanding of how work, life, and relationships can coexist and thrive together. His guide through this journey: his accomplished mentor, Kevin Harrington, one of the original "sharks" from Shark Tank, who shares amazing stories and imparts invaluable wisdom about how to win in business and in every area of life.This deeply personal, easy-to-follow book invites you to join Mark and Kevin on the journey. Every page pulls back the curtain on entrepreneurship at the highest level, revealing priceless business lessons--which lead to the biggest lesson of all: combining the best of business, family, and personal life. If you're succeeding in business, struggling, or just starting out, and want your life at home to be what you've always dreamed it can be, this is the lesson you need to learn: the most valuable business you'll ever own, work for, or be a part of isn't the business you go to every day, it's the one you go home to.

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Book SynopsisThe “gig economy” is a relatively recent term coined to describe a range of working arrangements that have previously been denoted as precarious, flexible and contingent. These may include casual workers, temporary agency workers, those on zero-hours contracts and dependent contractors. This books seeks to get behind the contemporary buzz surrounding the term and provide some theoretical and empirical analysis of the gig work phenomenon. The book seeks to assess more critically some of the rhetorical claims made about gig work and to provide a balanced appraisal of the ramifications for individuals, employers and the economy and society in general of an increasingly insecure workforce. The regulatory framework, in particular, is examined and is shown to have lagged behind crucial developments in the gig economy, with many labour laws still historically rooted to the notion that a worker has to be an employee to be covered by employment rights. The authors show that in many respects there is nothing new about the gig economy and that its growth in recent years was in some sense predictable. Perhaps its real significance, they argue, is its potential as a business model to “gig-ize” other business operations far beyond relatively low-skilled work. When combined with automation and digitalization, the gig economy presents us with an opportunity to re-evalute our understanding of the nature of work.Table of Contents1. Introduction2. Theorizing the gig economy3. Working in the gig economy: international trends4. Regulation and the lived experience of the gig economy5. Conclusions and implications: from wage economy to gig economy to automated ("no") economy

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Book SynopsisYou must have felt the Itch. The urge to change gear, shift focus to your true talents, learn, travel, have an adventure. But somehow it hasn’t happened. While you’re spending your life ticking boxes, following regulations and expectations and ignoring your itch to do things differently, your incredible personal resources, dreams and plans remain untapped and dormant.But you are more capable than you think. Much more is possible than you dare to believe.This book invites you on a journey: scratch your every-year itch and discover an inexhaustible well of energy and lifelong development.Do try this at home!Trade ReviewI really enjoyed this book literally from the first page. Each chapter was the perfect length and packed a punch. She didn't ramble on and on like some self-help books. I definitely learned some things out of this one. Thank you for the opportunity to read and review this book. "Reflect and act." * NetGalley *

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Book SynopsisCould your ‘small’ business be a Blue Whale just waiting to break the water?Whether you’re in your third week or third decade of business, no matter what your current turnover is or what life stage you’re at, it’s never too late to re-evaluate your goals and your ambitions. But if you’re ready to grow your business after several years of trading, you might find that most of the advice and support out there is aimed at new start-ups.Phil Teasdale took the decision to transform his own company 20 years ago, and since then he’s been helping other established businesses grow and transform with the help of his innovative, practical Blue Whale Plan.Swimming with Blue Whales will change both you and your business – this is your invitation to become part of the pod.A successful small business owner himself, Phil Teasdale has spent the last 20 years working with over 6,000 small businesses in the UK, US and Australia, identifying and developing growth opportunities.Recognising that most small businesses and small business owners do not fit the traditional myth of the high-growth start-up ‘unicorn’, he is much more interested in working with ‘blue whales’: businesses with a longer gestation, who choose a different, more sustainable route to growth.Trade ReviewA perfect strategy bible for businesses who want to create growth and stability...really clear & concise, full of brilliant tips, & an easy one to dip in & out of as you progress. - LinkedInI've read lots of business books, but never one like this. Insightful and full of great ideas learnt through experience. - Amazon 5*Really well written and easy to follow. No doubt I will be putting this plan into action. - Amazon 5*I recognise both myself and my business in so much of this book. The writer recognises the business frustrations I have faced and lays out a clear plan to move forward for that elusive growth and momentum I have wanted for years. Really well written and easy to follow. No doubt I will be putting this plan into action. - Amazon 5*Phil's book is a real eye-opener when it comes to business ideas, mixing professional wisdom with personal experiences. His inventive whale metaphor stands out, making complicated stuff easy and fun to grasp. His accessible writing style breathes life into theory, giving us a chance to get in tune with Phil's thoughts as a successful business owner. One of the high points for me was the focus on achievable slow growth. The tasks are practical and great for new business owners to use for their own needs. - Amazon 5*Table of ContentsForewordChapter 1 The definition of a Blue Whale business or a Blue Whale business ownerChapter 2 The baleenChapter 3 The ventral pleatsChapter 4 The gestationChapter 5 The dorsal finChapter 6 The dorsal ridgeChapter 7 The tail flukeChapter 8 The blowholeChapter 9 The eyeChapter 10 Size and growthChapter 11 The pectoral fins and innovationChapter 12 The past to influence the future mindset of Blue WhalesSummary How to release yourself and your business into the open waterAcknowledgementsThe authorIndex

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Book SynopsisTo survive disruption, organizations need disruptive leaders.So they hire them. And then they fire them.It’s the open secret everyone in the leadership industry knows but nobody is addressing: leadership culture is toxic, and leadership systems have failed. Publicly, organizations say they want leaders to be innovative thinkers who challenge the status quo. Privately, conventional leadership culture wants nothing of the sort. Leaders deemed as ‘a bad culture fit’ quickly find themselves marginalized, ostracized, and even exorcised. The qualities that get them hired are the ones that get them fired. Yet, these rebels and nonconformists often embody the very leadership qualities that organizations so desperately need to navigate disruption and adapt to the “new normal” of constant change.Radically refreshing and practical, this book identifies five leadership qualities (F.I.R.E.D. Leadership™) that are key to tomorrow’s leadership success and offers a step-by-step blueprint to show organizations how to integrate these five crucial qualities into their current leadership identification, recruitment, onboarding, and development processes.'Exactly what we need to fix our broken leaders.’- Whitney Johnson‘A necessary read for anyone wanting to lead bravely.’ John SpenceLeadership maverick Paul McCarthy shows organizations how to reframe how they view their troublemakers, agitators, rebels, oddballs and shit-stirrers – to see the hidden leadership qualities driving those behaviors, and why they need them so desperately.Trade ReviewA wake up call to organizations who are stagnant in their way of thinking - LinkedInTable of ContentsAcknowledgementsForewordPart I| Leadership is broken1| IntroductionDon’t shoot the messengerTallying the failure of leadershipDon’t ignore your saviorsF.I.R.E.D. LeadershipWhy I wrote this bookEgo-based leadership landminesSparks from this chapter2| The cost of leadership dysfunctionWhat ‘normal’ looks likeIt’s ‘normal’. That doesn’t make it rightPerpetuating the vicious cycleThe price of toxicityWhat we’re missingSparks from this chapter3| Today’s failure to develop tomorrow’s leadersDrowning out the voices you need to hearA glimpse of the skills your leaders need… and aren’t gettingThings need to change – especially when they don’t workNew organizational structures = new leadership needsSparks from this chapter4| The 13 unlucky steps to leadership identification, recruitment, onboarding, and development Introductions Informal 1:1s Formal interviews New hire processes Onboarding Orientation The honeymoon period Prescribed learning pathway Formalized 1:1 coaching Learning and development checklist Performance metrics Performance coaching and mentoring Annual performance review To promote or not to promote Sparks from this chapterPart II| F.I.R.E.D. leadership5| F is for fresh thinkingFresh thinking in action .Fresh thinking in absentiaRefusing to listen to the prophets of doomSeeing Fresh Thinkers for who they really areIdentifiers of fresh thinking6| I is for inquisitive natureSuppressing inquisitive naturesWhy curiosity is crucialThe hypocrisy of valuing curiosityEncouraging your inquisitivesIdentifiers of being inquisitive7| R is for real and accountableThe masks we wearThe art of authenticityThe art of accountability and responsibilityIdentifiers of being real and accountable8| E is for expressive and challengingSeeing your challengers in a different lightExpressive and challenging in the real worldListening and inviting challenge: The other side of the coinIdentifiers of being expressive and challenging9| D is for direct and transparentThe games we’re forced to playThe high stakes at the tableReview of Test Data Indicates Conservatism for Tile PenetrationIdentifiers of being direct and transparentPart III| Continue the conversationNotesIndex

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Book SynopsisGetting media coverage helps you stand out as a business. But how come it always seems to be your competitor, not you, who gets the headlines? Former BBC journalist Felicity Cowie has the insider secrets you need build great relationships with the media so that you become the go-to authority in your field. Discover how to set your business apart and secure outstanding coverage, consistently, in just 6 minutes

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Book SynopsisLay down the foundations of a successful business venture through a thoroughly researched and competitive business plan. Based on tried and tested business methodology used at the leading business school, Cranfield School of Management, this 10th edition of The Business Plan Workbook guides you through all the necessary steps to constructing a winning business plan. This is a practical run-through of 26 key areas of development of strategic planning. It will allow you to think of these areas in isolation through the use of assignments that ensure you have stress-tested your business proposition. This guide covers how to - Come up with a winning business idea - Complete market and competitive research - Set up a winning marketing strategy - Forecast watertight financials and projections - Define realistic operations and staffing - Deliver an unforgettable pitch to potential backers and investors This new and fully updated edition includes 67 business case studies that show you how successful entrepreneurs have dealt with strategic planning in the past. The content has been streamlined to focus on the most critical parts of business planning, ensuring you spend time where it matters and stay competitive. With new information resources and financial planning consideration, this is an invaluable guide for entrepreneurs, business executives and students.Table of Contents Section - ONE: Strategy and purpose; Chapter - 01: Introduction; Chapter - 02: Assignment 1:Coming up with a winning idea for your business plan; Chapter - 03: Assignment 2:Strategy – the big picture; Chapter - 04: Assignment 3:You and your team; Section - TWO: Market research; Chapter - 05: Introduction; Chapter - 06: Assignment 4:Researching customers; Chapter - 07: Assignment 5:Researching competitors; Chapter - 08: Assignment 6:A plan for market research; Section - THREE: Competitive marketing strategies; Chapter - 09: Introduction; Chapter - 10: Assignment 7:Products and/or services; Chapter - 11: Assignment 8:Pricing; Chapter - 12: Assignment 9:Advertising and promotion; Chapter - 13: Assignment 10:Place and distribution; Chapter - 14: Assignment 11:People, process and physical environment; Chapter - 15: Assignment 12:Competing online; Section - FOUR: Operations; Chapter - 16: Introduction; Chapter - 17: Assignment 13:The selling methods plan; Chapter - 18: Assignment 14:Making, outsourcing and supplies; Chapter - 19: Assignment 15:Legal and regulatory factors; Section - FIVE: Reviewing financing requirements and options; Chapter - 20: Introduction; Chapter - 21: Assignment 16:The sales forecast; Chapter - 22: Assignment 17:Cash-flow projections; Chapter - 23: Assignment 18:The profit and loss account; Chapter - 24: Assignment 19:The balance sheet; Chapter - 25: Assignment 20:Break-even analysis; Chapter - 26: Assignment 21:Estimating financing requirements; Chapter - 27: Assignment 22:Stress testing your business projections; Section - SIX: Business controls; Chapter - 28: Introduction; Chapter - 29: Assignment 23:Financial controls; Chapter - 30: Assignment 24:Sales and marketing controls; Chapter - 31: Assignment 25:Other business controls; Section - SEVEN: Writing up and presenting your business plan; Chapter - 32: Introduction; Chapter - 33: Assignment 26:Writing up and presenting your business plan; Chapter - 34: Index of key organizations and resources for business planning;

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Book SynopsisDespite the developing richness of the field of Entrepreneurship research, the output still suffers from a lack of methodological diversity. This edited collection stimulates discussion, shares practice and explores challenges around current and new approaches to inquiry - encompassing all aspects of entrepreneurship research, from its conception through to its execution and related issues such as education, training and learning. Advancing the way, we learn, think about and engage with various modalities of inquiry in Entrepreneurship research and practice, and its related subjects and areas of interest, the chapter authors draw inspiration from leading academics in the subject areas across the field. Their explorations centre around three critical points: the questioning of assumptions – who we are and what it is that we want to achieve; of what really makes sense – how we live and experience, our own and other voices and conversations; and of understanding our relationship with our social world and recognising its dynamic and emergent nature. Contemporary Issues in Entrepreneurship Research is an official book series of the Institute for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (ISBE). Each volume is designed around a specific theme of importance to the entrepreneurship and small business community with articles collectively exploring and developing theory and practice in the field.Table of ContentsChapter 1. Introduction: Learning to see NOTHING but seeking to gain EVERYTHING: Entrepreneurship Research as an artistic process of inquiry; David Higgins and Trudie Murray Chapter 2. A sneak peek into the process of writing entrepreneurship research; Piritta Parkkari Chapter 3. Data Congruence in What They Say, Do, and Feel: The Role of Researcher's Sensory Processing Sensitivity Trait; Yosra Boughattas and Erno T. Tornikoski Chapter 4. Critical Realism as a Framework for Engaged Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Research; Steve Johnson Chapter 5. The impactful potential of critical realist methodologies in entrepreneurship studies; Robert Wapshott and Oliver Mallett Chapter 6. Visual Methods in Entrepreneurial Identity Research; reflections from an enterprise educator perspective; Sarah Preedy and Peter McLuskie Chapter 7. Brickstorming: using materials to elicit meaning in research interviews; Helen Williams and Katrina Pritchard Chapter 8. Making the meaningful moments visible – about the real-time study of entrepreneurial sensemaking; Gabi Kaffka and Norris Krueger Chapter 9. Lost for words: Trying to investigate ‘place’ in entrepreneurship research; Catherine Olphin, Joanne Larty, and David Tyfield Chapter 10. Decentration and intersubjectivity, collage as a qualitative method of data collection; Stéphane Foliard, Sandrine Le Pontois, and Caroline Verzat Chapter 11. Research involving women in the Global South – reflections on power dynamics; Marta Lindvert Chapter 12. Warp and weft in grounded theory: a metaphor for a witness approach to entrepreneurship research; Heiko Marc Schmidt and Sandra Milena Santamaria-Alvarez Chapter 13. Building an Immigrant Entrepreneurship Grounded Theory: the case of Mexican Entrepreneurs in Quebec; Héctor José Martínez Arboleya Chapter 14. Intersubjective Dialogue as a Form of Inquiry – Discussing the Purpose of Entrepreneurship Education Tools; Katarina Ellborg and Nicolai Nybye Chapter 15. Critical Reflexivity as the Last Frontier to Uncover and Change the Ideologies Buried Behind Practices; Nicole Gross Chapter 16. Epilogue: Nurturing Modes of Inquiry for a World Worth Living In…; Catherine Brentnall

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Book SynopsisReviewing the growth and development of enterprise and entrepreneurship extracurricular activities within Higher Education Institutions globally, Extracurricular Enterprise and Entrepreneurship Activity considers the form these activities take their benefits and impacts upon participants, institutions, and the wider community.

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