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Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Sustainability

This book addresses the intersection of entrepreneurship, innovation and sustainability (EIS), presenting high-quality research illuminating the relationship between the three fields. The EIS nexus is particularly relevant from a European point of view given the focus of the European Commission on corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sustainability, as well as their prominent role within the European Union in general. Also, the rapid economic growth witnessed especially in the BRIC countries in recent years requires that firms reconcile sustainability aspects with profitability and innovation, and entrepreneurs are seen as key diffusers of these aims. Sustainability requires both radical and incremental innovation at many different levels (technology, product, process, system). In many cases, such innovations come from small and medium-sized enterprises and so the role of the entrepreneur is key to their success.The book is split into six sections. The first section examines the nexus in detail focusing on system-oriented connectivity between sustainability, innovation and entrepreneurship. The second section looks at how to nurture corporate entrepreneurship for sustainability; and the third considers "mature" industries such as automotives, chemicals and electronics and how sustainability aspects can be integrated into innovation process and strategy. The fourth section examines the nexus through the lens of developing countries in Africa. Sustainable entrepreneurship is identified as a hugely beneficial way to foster development. The fifth section of the book concentrates on SMEs; and finally the EIS nexus is approached from a network perspective and focuses on inter-organisational partnerships, which are often an important facilitator or spark for EIS initiatives.This book will prove to be essential for researchers in the EIS nexus and be of invaluable help to practitioners, governments and inter-governmental bodies attempting to encourage sustainable entrepreneurship and innovation.

Leadership Succession: What Can We Learn from the National Hockey League?

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In the study conducted, the authors use a model in which they predict and test for positive, neutral and negative effects on National Hockey League (NHL) teams with previous-season, between-season and within season successions of general managers and coaches. While their study addresses successions in NHL teams, their findings have clear implications for other business organizations. The authors found that control variables aside, in the case of coaches and general managers, a team's performance was related to the particular pattern of succession. Supplemented by a case study on General Dynamics, the authors conclude that long-term performance should improve when new managers have the opportunity to experience how things work in the organization before making changes. If successors are not been given chance to evaluate performance when resources are being taxed, they may make changes that do not use the organization's resources effectively. Furthermore, after a departmental managerial change, senior managers may have to tolerate short-term results while the new manager gains firsthand experience of how the team functions under pressure. The author suggests that senior managers facilitate the opportunity for a between-season period in which the successor can work through the appropriate changes with the departmental team while continuously questioning whether the contracts of lower-level managers correspond to long-term performance gains rather than short-term results.

Fiscal Management of Scaled-Up Aid

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The international community has committed to scaling up aid and improving aid delivery to low-income countries to help them meet the Millennium Development Goals. Other "emerging" donors, public and private, are increasing their assistance, and debt-relief initiatives are creating space for new borrowing. Remittances to low-income countries have been on a precipitous rise, and many countries are benefiting from high commodity prices. Fiscal Management of Scaled-Up Aid explores approaches to the sound fiscal management that will be required to ensure effective and sustainable use of these flows. With a medium-term perspective and efficient use of resources in mind, this paper addresses questions that shape fiscal policy response to scaled-up aid. Drawing on IMF Fiscal Affairs Department technical assistance to member countries, it outlines factors that should be taken into account in preparing an action plan for public financial management reform and proposes specific measures that will assist countries in strengthening fiscal institutions.

Endlich durchsetzen!: Mit mehr Selbstbehauptung und knallhartem Durchsetzungsvermögen zum Erfolg. Wie Sie mutig leben, Grenzen setzen und sich Respekt verdienen

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Werden Sie zu einer proaktiven, durchsetzungsstarken Person, die von allen respektiert wird, und erfahren Sie, wie Sie richtig Nein sagen können!Sie scheinen einfach keine Pause machen zu können. Sie arbeiten jeden Tag hart, bekommen aber weder eine Gehaltserhöhung noch eine Beförderung. Sie sind nett zu Ihren Kollegen, aber Sie haben trotzdem das Gefühl, dass diese Sie nicht respektieren. Wenn Sie jemand bittet, etwas zu tun, werden Sie zweifellos JA sagen, auch wenn Sie es nicht wollen. Haben Sie das Gefühl, dass das Leben Sie bestraft und dass es einfach nicht fair ist?Es ist kein Fall von Pech, Karma oder Schicksal. Wenn es Ihnen schwerfällt, sich auszudrücken, sei es im Arbeitsumfeld oder zu Hause, und wenn Sie das Gefühl haben, dass Ihre Stimme nicht laut genug ist, müssen Sie sich in eine durchsetzungsstärkere Person verwandeln. Dieses Buch wird Ihnen helfen, Selbstvertrauen zu gewinnen, Ihre Kommunikationsfähigkeiten zu verbessern und die geheimen Techniken der Gewinner aufzudecken!Es bedeutet nicht, dass Sie Ihre Identität oder Persönlichkeit ändern müssen. Es bedeutet lediglich, dass Sie sich auf Ihre Stärken konzentrieren sollten.Dieses Buch wird Ihnen dabei helfen, die durchsetzungsstärkere, selbstbewusstere Seite Ihrer Persönlichkeit zu entdecken. Nutzen Sie diesen Leitfaden, um zu lernen, wie Sie mit Kritik umgehen, aber auch, wie Sie jemanden auf konstruktive Weise kritisieren. Hier ist, was Ihnen dieses Buch bietet:Fragebögen zur Selbsteinschätzung und zur Entdeckung Ihres persönlichen KommunikationsstilsWie Sie Ihre Präsenz verbessern und wie Sie diese in Alltagssituationen zu Ihrem Vorteil nutzen könnenBewährte Methoden zur Entwicklung von DurchsetzungsvermögenEin ausführlicher Leitfaden zum Aufbau eines positiven SelbstbildesEine Analyse besonders durchsetzungsstarker Persönlichkeiten und was Sie von ihnen lernen könnenKonkrete Beispiele, wie Sie in Alltagssituationen durchsetzungsfähig handeln Wie Sie Ihre Angst vor Konflikten loswerdenEine ausführliche Anleitung, wie Sie richtig NEIN sagenTechniken für Ihr persönliches EmpowermentSelbst wenn Sie sich sicher genug fühlen, um sich klar auszudrücken, sollten Sie dieses Buch verwenden, um Ihre Schlagfertigkeit weiter zu verbessern. Durchsetzungsvermögen ist eine unterschätzte Kommunikationsfähigkeit, die trainiert und immer weiter verbessert werden kann. Wenn Sie jemals das Gefühl hatten, nicht genug Respekt zu bekommen, sollten Sie dieses Buch nutzen, um Ihre Verhaltensmuster zu testen und eine Lösung zu finden.Wollen Sie Selbstvertrauen gewinnen, ein durchsetzungsfähigerer Mensch werden und den Respekt gewinnen, den Sie verdienen? Beginnen Sie jetzt mit diesem Buch!

Economic and Business Management

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With the rapid development and drastic change of the world economy, "Digital Finance", "Internet Finance", "Science and Technology Finance" have become new hotspots, which also represent the future trend of economy development in the era of big data. Enterprises are facing more uncertainty, opportunities coexist with challenges. There are more possibilities for economic development and enterprise management to accelerate the integration of cutting-edge research results, to deepen hot topics discussion and to promote opinion exchanges among academic and business circles. The Sixth International Conference on Economic and Business Management (FEBM2021) was successfully held online on October 16-17, 2021, and aimed to provide a platform for researchers, engineers, academics as well as industry professionals from all over the world to present their latest research findings and development activities in economic and business management. These proceedings include 51 accepted articles selected from 94 submissions.

10 Richest Person Of The World

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They say money can’t buy you everything. But it is also true that money is a necessary evil. When we think of money, we have a number in mind which we feel should suffice for the rest of our life. What distinguishes the men and women in this list is their ability to allow this evil to not only run wild but master it at the same time.

Luttes pétrolières au Proche-Orient

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La Question d’Orient demeure un des problèmes majeurs de l’époque contemporaine. Au-delà des perspectives politiques ou stratégiques traditionnelles, des intérêts nouveaux sont intervenus depuis le début du siècle ; parmi eux, le pétrole. Dans ce livre l’auteur définit et évalue la place que tient le pétrole dans la question d’Orient ; il expose aussi les méthodes d’implantation des trusts et les luttes qui ont opposé entre eux trusts et grandes puissances. Grâce à des sources inédites, il propose une solution des questions demeurées jusque-là sans réponse : le rôle du pétrole dans les révolutions de 1908 en Perse et en Turquie, la première rivalité anglo-américaine, les relations entre pétroliers et gouvernements, etc.

HBR's 10 Must Reads on Public Speaking and Presenting (with featured article "How to Give a Killer Presentation" By Chris Anderson)

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Command the room--whether you're speaking to an audience of one or one hundred.If you read nothing else on public speaking and presenting, read these 10 articles. We've combed through hundreds of Harvard Business Review articles and selected the most important ones to help you find your voice, persuade your listeners, and connect with audiences of any size.This book will inspire you to:Win hearts and minds--and approval for your ideasConquer your nerves and speak with confidenceFocus your message so that people really listenEstablish trust with your audience by being your authentic selfUse data and visuals to persuade more effectivelyMaster the art of storytellingThis collection of articles includes "How to Give a Killer Presentation," by Chris Anderson; "How to Become an Authentic Speaker," by Nick Morgan; "Storytelling That Moves People: A Conversation with Screenwriting Coach Robert McKee," by Bronwyn Fryer; "Connect, Then Lead," by Amy J.C. Cuddy, Matthew Kohut, and John Neffinger; "The Necessary Art of Persuasion," by Jay A. Conger; "The Science of Pep Talks," by Daniel McGinn; "Get the Boss to Buy In," by Susan J. Ashford and James R. Detert; "The Organizational Apology," by Maurice E. Schweitzer, Alison Wood Brooks, and Adam D. Galinsky; "What's Your Story?” by Herminia Ibarra and Kent Lineback; "Visualizations That Really Work," by Scott Berinato; and "Structure Your Presentation Like a Story," by Nancy Duarte.HBR's 10 Must Reads paperback series is the definitive collection of books for new and experienced leaders alike. Leaders looking for the inspiration that big ideas provide, both to accelerate their own growth and that of their companies, should look no further. HBR's 10 Must Reads series focuses on the core topics that every ambitious manager needs to know: leadership, strategy, change, managing people, and managing yourself. Harvard Business Review has sorted through hundreds of articles and selected only the most essential reading on each topic. Each title includes timeless advice that will be relevant regardless of an ever‐changing business environment.

New Business Models for Sustainable Fashion

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The fashion industry has not traditionally been associated with definitions of sustainable development and sustainability. The social and environmental challenges faced by the fashion industry concern the entire supply and demand chain, propped up by a throwaway consumer culture.In response to these sustainability challenges, some fashion companies have developed innovative social and environmental initiatives. While many of these initiatives are sympathetic, resourceful and hold real potential for generating social and environmental improvements, greater scale and scope is needed in order to bring about a more fundamental shift in current practices.This Special Issue of the Journal of Corporate Citizenship explores how sustainability can be a driver for exploring new business models within a single industrial setting, highlighting some of the sustainability initiatives that bring hope for a more sustainable future. New Business Models for Sustainable Fashion is a must-read for researchers and practitioners tackling the challenges of an industry in need of large-scale transformation.

Strategic Leadership at Coca-Cola: The Real Thing

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Muhtar Kent had just been promoted to the CEO position in Coca-Cola. He was reflecting upon the past leadership of the company, in particular the success that Coca-Cola enjoyed during Robert Goizueta's leadership. The CEOs that had followed Goizueta were not able to have as positive an impact on the stock value. When his promotion was announced, Kent mentioned that he did not have immediate plans to change any management roles but that some fine-tuning might be necessary.

Sustainability in Hospitality

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This ground-breaking research represents the most complete collection yet on how the hospitality industry is addressing sustainability and ethical issues. Covering supply chain management, innovative sustainability initiatives, CSR programmes, biologically-respectful tourism and Value Creation, Sustainability in Hospitality: How Innovative Hotels are Transforming the Industry presents valuable global viewpoints on embedding sustainability into all aspects of the hospitality industry, and the impact this could have on transforming the sector into an advocate for more sustainable, eco-conscious tourism.The chapters in this edited collection span organizational governance, human rights and labour practices, environment and climate change, fair operating practices, stakeholder engagement, CSR and strategic management. The global reach of the collection brings case studies from China, the US, the UK, Mexico and Italy, while company case studies include Fairmont Luxury Hotels and Sextantio.Sustainability in Hospitality: How Innovative Hotels are Transforming the Industry will be an essential read for academics researching the development of ethically-conscious and sustainable hospitality, and for hotel managers and group CEOs who want to know how sustainability and CSR can be embedded in their day-to-day operations.

Achieve PMP Exam Success, 6th Edition

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This proven best-selling study guide, used in conjunction with PMI's PMBOK Guide — Sixth Edition (2017), presents all the fundamental knowledge, concepts, exercises, and practice exam questions a project manager needs to prepare for and successfully pass the Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Exam on the first try, while cutting study time in half. Key Features --Covers all subjects addressed on the PMP® Exam, including the comprehensive performance domain and cross-cutting knowledge and skills defined within the PMI PMP Examination Content Outline and the PMI Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct --Access to over 1500 practice questions, including hundreds of situational questions, enabling users to perform practice tests by Knowledge Areas and/or simulate actual 200 question exams, and receive feedback on incorrect answers, can be purchased separately. Free access to this test bank is included when purchasing a new physical copy of the copy. --Details key topics, concepts, and techniques from PMI recommended readings, eliminating the need for additional resources --Presents a pre-assessment test to help users develop a focused study plan; tips for studying, time management, and taking the exam; and a post-assessment test to evaluate readiness for the actual exam --Supplies things you need to know, key definitions, and sample exam questions and answers, and features a case study that runs throughout with exercises and suggested solutions to reinforce concepts and build real competency --Covers trends and concepts beyond The Standard for Project Management, such as interpersonal skills, agile methods, and tailoring --WAV offers study aids for process maps, tools and techniques, suggested responses to the project management consideration situations, and case study exercise answers—available from the Web Added Value Download Resource Center at www.jrosspub.com

Réussisez vos prises de parole

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Pas à pas, l'auteur vous démontre que rien n'est insurmontable et qu'avec un peu d'entraînement, vous pouvez : ¿ Surmonter votre stress et développer votre charisme ¿ Tirer le meilleur parti de votre voix et de votre corps ¿ Vous adapter à votre public et gérer ses réactions Qu'il s'agisse d'intervenir en réunion, à la radio ou sur un plateau télé, devant 5, 100 ou 2 000 personnes, vous avez toutes les cartes en main pour réussir brillamment votre prise de parole en public.

Entre le marché et les besoins des hommes

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Y’a-t-il, dans l’avenir, un risque de famine plus grand qu’aujourd’hui ? Augmenter la production agricole est-il le meilleur moyen de faire reculer la malnutrition ? Faut-il choisir entre l’appui au développement, et la protection de l’environnement ? La question alimentaire mondiale prête à controverse. En exposant les enjeux, et en présentant les thèses en présence, ce dossier clarifie les débats et écarte les explications simplistes. En proposant un retour sur l’histoire de la problématique alimentaire mondiale au cours de ce siècle, il montre que ces questions sont largement façonnées par les enjeux du moment, et appellent aujourd’hui des réponses différentes de celles qui étaient formulées hier.

10 pasos para triunfar en el Network Marketing

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En 10 pasos para triunfar en el Network Marketing el Dr. Cruz revela las estrategias, cambios y decisiones que les han permitido a muchos empresarios desarrollar negocios multimillonarios con redes de mercadeo que se extienden por varios países e involucran a cientos de miles de personas. Con el lenguaje claro y sencillo propio de sus obras, el autor explica cuál ha sido el secreto del éxito de este selecto grupo de triunfadores que ha logrado la libertad financiera a través de su negocio de venta directa o network marketing. Cada capítulo presenta uno de esos diez pasos que los grandes líderes de la industria consideran inevitables en el desarrollo de un negocio exitoso. Este libro les enseñará: • Aprende ayudar a otros a creer en sí mismos. • Elimina las distracciones que no te dejan avanzar. • Tres estrategias para mantener una lista permanente de prospectos.

Réussissez toutes vos négociations - Nouvelle édition

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Négocier vous met mal à l'aise ? Pas de panique, contrairement aux idées reçues, savoir négocier n'est pas inné. Cette compétence s'acquiert facilement avec un peu de méthode et de l'entraînement. Cet ouvrage vous propose d'acquérir les bons réflexes pour devenir un négociateur hors pair : comment bien vous préparer pour faire la différence ? Quelle attitude adopter face à votre interlocuteur ? Comment construire un accord pérenne ? Il offre un développement complet pour vous former et vous perfectionner techniquement, comportementalement et stratégiquement à la négociation.

Corporate Governance for Climate Transition

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This book is a focussed and up-to-date review about the key challenges, trends, implications, strategies, and ways of overcoming, that dynamic and competitive organizations are facing now and increasingly in future by climate change. The book creates a better understanding of the impacts that climate transition will have on organizations and how they are responding to find opportunities while overcoming the risks. What corporate governance models can and are organizations developing? What climate transition strategies are organizations creating? Who should be involved in the decision-making processes? To what extent are principles of transparency, equity, participation, inclusion, effectiveness, and efficiency present in corporate governance for climate transitions? These and other issues are just a few of the challenges that organizations by the climate change transition.International experts from a wide range of disciplines and perspectives have been invited to contribute to this book in order for providing a comprehensive and informed perspective for researchers, corporate leaders and students of business and management as well as environmental studies.

No limite

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Nesta obra fascinante e oportuna, Nate Silver, autor do aclamado O sinal e o ruído, investiga as pessoas cuja habilidade de correr riscos permite que influenciem e dominem quase todas as áreas da vida moderna.Jogadores de pôquer, gestores de fundos hedge, entusiastas das criptomoedas e os grandes colecionadores de arte — todos têm muito a ensinar sobre como ser bem-sucedido em meio aos riscos e às incertezas do século XXI. A partir de uma imersão no universo de Doyle Brunson, Peter Thiel, Sam Altman, o controverso Sam Bankman-Fried e muitos outros, Silver desvenda temas cruciais — desde as fronteiras das finanças até o futuro da inteligência artificial.Para as pessoas competitivas que desconfiam por instinto do senso comum, a complexidade faz parte do jogo e o desafio está em saber como lidar com ela e usá-la como vantagem. É por isso que entender essa mentalidade é essencial para compreender os rumos da tecnologia e da economia global.

Top Incomes Over the Twentieth Century

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Based on pioneering research on top incomes, this volume uses data from income tax records in 10 OECD countries over the past century to cast new light on the dramatic changes that have taken place among top earners. The volume provides rich material for exploring inequality, taxation, the impact of wars, and executive compensation.

Uncertainty and Challenges in Contemporary Economic Behaviour

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Every day presents new challenges as the face of global economics changes. But in a world of uncertainty, how is the world of finance and economics adjusting to address these new issues? In this first book in the Emerald Studies in Finance, Insurance, and Risk Management, expert contributors from around the world come together to discuss and address the emerging issues in global economics. Including chapters on international migration in Europe, theories on finance and accounting, labour studies, international economic policy and its effect, affecting factors on financial and capital markets, and the relationship between internal stock markets, Uncertainty and Challenges in Contemporary Economic Behaviour tackles the questions, concerns, and fears of the modern face of global economics. A fundamental text for any researcher or student of business and economics, this exciting new series investigates and examines some of the most prevalent questions in contemporary economics.

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