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Taylor & Francis Ltd Sustainability and Small and Mediumsized Enterprises
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Organizational Change Innovation and Business Development
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Taylor & Francis Ltd The Financing of Small Business A Comparative Study of Male and Female Small Business Owners Routledge Studies in Small Business
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Taylor & Francis Small Enterprises and Economic Development The Dynamics of Micro and Small Enterprises 15 Routledge Studies in Development Economics
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Taylor & Francis The Political Economy of the Small Firm
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Taylor & Francis Human Resource Development in Small Organisations
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Taylor & Francis The Economics of Small Firms An Introduction
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Taylor & Francis Human Resource Development in Small Organisations
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Taylor & Francis Corporate Venture Capital Bridging the Equity Gap in the Small Business Sector Routledge Studies in Entrepreneurship and Small Business
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Taylor & Francis The Foundations of Female Entrepreneurship
The Foundations of Female Entrepreneurship explores the relationship between home, household headship and enterprise in Victorian London. It examines the notions of duty, honor and suitability in how womenâs ventures are represented by themselves and others and engages in a comparison of the interpretation of historical female entrepreneurship by contemporaries and historians in the UK, Europe and America. It argues that just as women in business have often been hidden by men, they have often also been hidden by the âhomeâ and the conceptualization of separate spheres of public and private agency and of âtheâ entrepreneur. Drawing on contextual evidence from 1747 to 1880, including fire insurance records, directories, trade cards, newspapers, memoirs, the census and extensive record linkage, this study concentrates on the early to mid-Victorian period when ideals about gender roles and appropriate work for women were vigorously debated.Alison Kay offers new insight i
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Taylor & Francis The Internationalization of Small Firms
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Small and Medium Enterprises in India
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Taylor & Francis Finance for Small and Entrepreneurial Business
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Taylor & Francis Street Entrepreneurs People Place Politics in Local and Global Perspective Routledge Studies in the Modern World Economy
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Taylor & Francis Street Entrepreneurs People Place Politics in Local and Global Perspective 66 Routledge Studies in the Modern World Economy
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Taylor & Francis Entrepreneurship in Context
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Family Business Management
Book SynopsisFamily Business Management provides an accessible overview of the core aspects of family business, with an international, practice-based perspective.Structured in four parts, the book covers key topics such as family firm goals, conflict management, human resources, strategy, financial management, family and business governance, and succession planning. A wide variety of cases and examples are used throughout the book to highlight cultural and institutional differences between family businesses in contrasting contexts. Each chapter offers a detailed case study and boxed examples, illustrating real-life family business situations and stimulating students' critical thinking and decision-making. Readers are further supported by learning objectives, discussion questions, and further reading suggestions. Digital supplements for instructors include lecture slides, a test bank, and additional case studies.This textbook is an ideal companion for family business courseTrade Review"This is a relevant and timely book that deals with the complex dynamics of family businesses. It showcases an in-depth intellectual analysis of family business insights alongside a comprehensive collection of cases, examples and questions that stimulate discussion and debate. It is a must read for anyone interested to understand more about how family firms function, why they matter and what makes them unique worldwide." Dr. Allan Discua Cruz, Director, Centre for Family Business, Lancaster University, UK"Family Business Management is an essential book that provides a rare insight into the dynamics of family businesses in the Arab Gulf region and beyond. A significant part of the material is dedicated to fundamental matters, such as succession planning, that are often overlooked in the Arab Gulf region. As family businesses continue to gain prominence in local and regional economies, this book offers business family members, economists, and academics a clearer guide to understand these important institutions."Sultan Sooud Al Qassemi, Lecturer, Bard College Berlin and Fellow at Wissenschaftskolleg zu Berlin – Institute for Advanced Study"Being a third-generation family business executive, I have benefited from Prof. Dr. Rodrigo Basco’s advice on numerous occasions regarding succession, governance, and conflict management. I believe this book will help different generations of family members navigate their unique journeys and reflect on the most important issues, such as governance, succession planning, and family transparency, among others."Saud Majid AlQasimi, CEO, Al Saud Co."A world-renowned scholar coming from a family business background, Rodrigo Basco curates a thoughtful journey to greatly inspire family business leaders, practitioners, and all other learners. Gradually moving from managing family dynamics to governance and succession, the text demystifies complexities of family businesses and offers critical and actionable insights into planning and strategizing for families in transition. The global selection of real cases, coupled with carefully themed discussions and learning activities, is of enormous benefit to the family business community. This text has my highest recommendation."Jeremy Cheng, Researcher, The Chinese University of Hong Kong; Founder, GEN + Family Business Advisory & Research, Hong Kong SARTable of ContentsContentsPrefacePart I _ Introduction to family business Chapter 1 _ Approaching the concept of family business Introduction Family business definition Type of family businesses Family-first family firms Business-first firms Family business–first family firms Immature family firms The importance of studying family business governance and management Additional activities and reading material Classroom discussion questions Additional readings Classroom activity Case for analysis I: Birla—An entrepreneurial family Case for analysis II: Chick-fil-A—A family serving quality and tradition Case study: Wal-Mart Chapter 2 _ Family business dynamics: Individual needs, goals, expectations, and emotions Introduction The three-circle model Roles Goals Psychological needs Expectations The evolutionary perspective of the three-circle model Emotions in the family business Emotions in family business across contexts Additional activities and reading material Classroom discussion questions Additional readings Classroom activity Case for analysis I: Pritzker family across generations Case for analysis II: The Henriquez Group Case Study: Estee Lauder Companies Chapter 3 _ Interpersonal relationships and communication in family businesses Introduction Interpersonal relationships in the family entity Couple relationships and family business Sibling relationships and family business Parent–child relationships and family business In-law relationships and family business Family communication Family genogram Additional activities and reading material Classroom discussion questions Additional readings Classroom activity Case for analysis I: Case for analysis I: Dassler brothers Case for analysis II: The co-preneurs Mr. & Mrs. Hartz Case Study: British royal family Part II _ Management in family business Chapter 4 _ Conflict, conflict management, and communication Introduction Definition of conflicts in family businesses The conflict process in family businesses Sources of conflicts in family business Conflict and context Types of family business conflicts Conflict management Conflict-resolution techniques Conflict-stimulation techniques Additional activities and reading material Classroom discussion questions Additional readings Classroom activity Case for analysis I: The team is broken! Case for analysis II: Steinberg family business Case Study: The fate of Gucci Chapter 5 _ Human resource management in family businesses Introduction Nepotism Human resource approach Origins of asymmetric treatment Justice/fairness Levels of justice Dysfunctional behavior Additional activities and reading material Classroom discussion questions Additional readings Classroom activity Case for analysis I: What a mistake! Case for analysis II: Embracing nepotism Case Study: It is just a scandal or the scandal Chapter 6_Strategic and financial management in family businesses Introduction Family business goals Family business goals as reference points Socioemotional wealth as an endowment effect Strategic and financial behavior Strategic management in family business Market domain Internal competitive advantages External competitive advantages Nonmarket domain Combination of market and nonmarket domains as a determinant of performance and survival Additional activities and reading material Classroom discussion questions Additional readings Classroom activity Case for analysis I: ALDI and the power of family ties Case for analysis II: Feetures case study Case study: An upside down strategy for LEGO Part III _ Governance in family business Chapter 7 _ Ownership governance in family business Introduction Corporate governance in family businesses Ownership structure and governance Type of owners Ownership assembly or shareholder meeting Shareholder agreement Benefits of shareholder agreements Evolutionary approach to ownership governance Additional activities and reading material Classroom discussion questions Additional readings Classroom activity Case for analysis I: The united family behind LEGO Case for analysis II: H51—The mission to preserve the Hermès family identity Case Study: "The Factory" of the human misery Chapter 8 _ Business governance in family business Introduction Board of directors Board of directors’ tasks Types of boards of directors Board of directors composition The evolution of the board across the lifecycle of the family business Board of director practicalities Number of board members Recruiting board members Regulation of the board of directors Additional activities and reading material Classroom discussion Additional readings Classroom activity Case for analysis I: Al-Wadi Group—Corporate governance Case for analysis II: Volkswagen scandal and boardroom politics Case study: In between the board of directors and family shareholders Chapter 9 _ Family governance in family business Introduction Types of family cohesion Family leader—Chief family officer Family governance viewed across an evolutionary perspective Family meetings Family assembly Family council Family policies Family wealth governance Family chapter or constitution Additional activities and reading material Classroom discussion questions Additional readings Classroom activity Case for analysis I: The family organization behind Al Handal International Group (HIG) Case for analysis II: Merck—A family transcending generations Case study: Al Saud Company and the first serious crisis Part IV _ Succession in family business Chapter 10 _ Ownership, governance, and management succession Introduction Succession of what? Types of succession in family business Exit strategy (from a family business to a nonfamily business) Complexity in family business succession Barriers to intra-family management succession Succession process perspective Additional activities and reading material Classroom discussion questions Additional readings Classroom activity Case for analysis I: The global pasta—Barilla Case for analysis II: Succession to succeed in the Middle East Case study: How far can U-Haul go from here? Chapter 11 _ The incumbent generation in family business succession Introduction Senior generations across time Founder generation Second generation Third and further generations Succession strategies Keep relying on informal mechanisms to address succession Formalize corporate governance to address succession Pruning the family ownership tree Plan the succession process Type of incumbent based on their retirement styles Passive family members Transgenerational value creation Additional activities and reading material Classroom discussion questions Additional readings Classroom activity Case for analysis I: Holly in her father’s shoes Case for analysis II: What’s next? Retirement Case study: Can I stay a bit more with all of you? Group Olive Mendoza Chapter 12 _ The next generation in family business succession Introduction The Disney effect in family business succession Managerial succession Successor intentions Parent–child relationships Successor career-path intentions Successor commitment Successor entry and career paths Model of change in family business succession Next-generation ownership succession Next-generation governance succession Additional activities and reading material Classroom discussion questions Additional readings Classroom activity Case for analysis I: Succession in the luxury house of Zegna Case for analysis II: The succession race at LVMH Case study: Al Saud Company managing changes from the second generation to the third
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Taylor & Francis How to Build Buy and Sell a Small Business
Book SynopsisSmall business owners do not have the time or resources to consult with so-called âbusiness expertsâ every time a particular issue comes up. It just takes too long for an âoutsiderâ to understand their particular business niche. Clearly, legal and accounting issues need professional support. But most ongoing issues have to do with judgement calls, not detailed, technical expertise.This book covers nontechnical issues, such as âAm I really suited to be an entrepreneur?â managing salespeople, human resources, bribery/corruption, grow or acquire, failing to plan, money management, and selling up on retirement. The book also includes topics such as dealing with cash, potential fraud, bribery, people performance, morals, acquisitions, and much more, including selling your business when the time is right.The authorsâ approach is to provide practical, experienced advice gleaned over 40 years on the main topics which challenge small business owners every day, not just once or
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Taylor & Francis Ltd The Global Entrepreneur
Book SynopsisFollowing the 2008 global financial crisis, entrepreneurship has never been more vital. As jobs were lost from large organizations, most new jobs came from innovative startups. The lure of hi-tech has attracted many people who see themselves as future entrepreneurs, but who lack the perspective of the total experience. To meet this demand, community colleges and universities across the world have set up entrepreneurship courses.The Global Entrepreneur is a life-changing book. To leave the comfort of a steady job and enter the tumultuous world of the entrepreneur is a major and often fearful step. For those who are contemplating this change, or who have already embarked upon this exciting venture, reassurance based on the experience of both successful and even not so successful entrepreneurs can be invaluable. The book provides an overview of the entrepreneurial experience broken down into all of its essential elements. Today, startups are global in nature and the booTrade Review'Dr Shaw brings his extensive international background in both corporate life and start up ventures to entrepreneurship. His book provides a concise, interesting overview of the subject interspersed with real life stories exemplifying the common problems that beset the nascent entrepreneur. It will be an invaluable aid to anyone thinking of joining or starting an entrepreneur venture' — William G. Dempsey'Laurence draws on vast international experiences offering entrepreneurs a road map on how to turn creativity and innovation to commercial success. Clear guidelines are provided as well into the challenges and pitfalls that will certainly arise along the road.' — Mark Dumenil, President MD Medical Devices Consultant, International Executive and Entrepreneur in the Medical Devices Business and former colleague to Laurence ShawTable of ContentsINTRODUCTIONCHAPTER ONE: IN THE BEGINNINGCHAPTER TWO:PROTECT YOUR PROPERTYCHAPTER THREE: THE ENTREPRENEURCHAPTER FOUR: INTRAPRENEURSHIPCHAPTER FIVE: THE SERIAL ENTREPRENEURCHAPTER SIX: THE ENTREPRENEURIAL EXPERIENCECHAPTER SEVEN: CULTURE & THE ENTREPRENEURCHAPTER EIGHT: FINANCECHAPTER NINE: PRESENTATIONCHAPTER TEN: EXITSCHAPTER ELEVEN: VALUATIONSINDEX
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CRC Press Property Asset Management
Book SynopsisProperty asset management requires both day-to-day oversight of rental properties and an ability to maximize the potential of the portfolio through forward thinking and practical planning. Successful property managers must be flexible and proactive whilst maintaining a robust knowledge of technical, financial and legal aspects of the leasing system. Property Asset Management is a practical guide to the key principles of successful property management, perfect for both student and practitioner alike.In this book, Douglas Scarrett and Jan Wilcox demonstrate how to successfully manage properties for the varying needs of clients ranging from individual property owners to large international commercial ventures. As well as the basic theory, Property Asset Management discusses the process of active management, the strategic objectives, performance measurement, and the key financial and operational information needed for high quality and comprehensive reporting to clieTrade ReviewReviews of Previous Editions:'On putting this book down the lasting impression is one of having been in safe and reliable hands….the book is written from a sound base of knowledge backed by a wide practical experience of managing property' - Journal of Property Valuation'updated to take account of recent developments in law and practice ... the third edition of Property Asset Management will enable those working in this important area of professional surveying practice to keep their knowledge up to date.' – David Adams, University of Glasgow, Housing StudiesReviews of Current Edition:"The wide scope of this book makes it suitable for all property students and practitioners as a basic textbook. …it has a strong focus on local [UK] legislations and stakeholders, but their discussion also shows property managers from other countries what to consider and find out in their own national context…The book [also] has a clear, general explanation of CRE and how it should be approached by organisations of all sizes. By its broad approach, the content is relevant for property management of small and large organisations."--Dr. Riane Appel, Eindhoven University of Technology, NetherlandsTable of Contents1. The Evolution of Property Asset Management 2. Estates and Interests in Land 3. The Landlord Tenant Relationship 4. Business Tenancies: The Statutory Approach 5. Business Tenancies 6. Residential Lettings in the Private Sector 7. Corporate Real Estate 8. Financial Management 9. Strategic Objectives 10. Performance Tracking
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Building an Entrepreneurial Organisation
Book SynopsisEntrepreneurship is often focused on understanding new ventures, but the entrepreneurial flame is required in growing organisations too. This textbook examines how organisations can become more entrepreneurial to achieve sustainable growth.The authors show how entrepreneurship can be used to address crisis points of growth within small firms and to overcome the limitations of stagnation within large firms. By integrating entrepreneurship and innovation management, the book presents a framework to diagnose entrepreneurial behaviour within existing firms. Drawing upon research and reflecting practice across a range of industries, from football, through Silicon Valley, to the retail sector, it includes insights from leading practitioners.The authors build an understanding of entrepreneurship in context to provide diagnostic tools to help organisations make entrepreneurship central to their culture. This unique text is therefore useful reading for business stTrade Review'Developing an entrepreneurial culture is a challenge in any organisation – both large and small. This very readable book contains excellent examples where cultural change has delivered true innovations. I will certainly use some of the described best practice in my own organisation.' - Malcolm Skingle, Director of Academic Liaison, GlaxoSmithKline, UK 'A must read for executive management teams. The entrepreneurial culture advocated in this book is exactly what venture capital and private equity investors look for in high growth organisations.' - Rob Carroll, Founder, Catapult Ventures Group and Vice Chairman, Small Business Charter, UKTable of Contents1. How to Build an Entrepreneurial Organisation 2. Entrepreneurial Strategy 3. Strategy in Practice: Insights from an Entrepreneurial Multinational 4. Entrepreneurial Culture and Leadership: Structure, Processes and People 5. Building a Culture of Entrepreneurship in Practice 6. Entrepreneurship with External Stakeholders 7. Managing Uncertainty and Failure 8. Building an Ambidextrous Organisation 9. Diagnosing an Entrepreneurial Change Programme
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Cambridge University Press The Farming Game
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Cambridge University Press Small Firms in the Japanese Economy
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HarperCollins UK Starting a Business in 7 Simple Steps
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