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Start-ups and Disruption: Paradigms Built on People, Business and Technology
by Kadambari Rao BatraIn Start-ups and Disruption: Paradigms Built on People and Technology, Kadambari explores key disruptive paradigms, across various industry sectors and society in general, that are being driven primarily by technology. She focuses on the socio-economic and behavioural factors that make one a successful disruptor. Using practical examples and case studies, the book proposes a framework of disruptive action that enables the understanding of evaluating potential opportunities for positive disruption, the challenges one might face, key lessons and some useful life hacks that can enable start-ups, budding entrepreneurs, innovators and leaders of social change to create successful and lasting disruptive paradigms.
Start: How to get your business underway (In A Week Ser.)
by Kevin DuncanStart is a one-stop guide to getting your business of the ground. Written by someone who has actually been there and done it, it gets straight to the heart of launching your business, with no-nonsense ideas to help you start out with confidence and a clear direction. Pick up some essential tips like: * Start with the idea. What is it and how will it realise your ambitions?What is the long-term plan? If you don't know where you are going then you won't get there. * Simplicity is the key. Don't overcomplicate things so that the idea is pecked to death by ducks. If you can write it on a postcard and explain it to your mum, then you can get started. * Make clear plans. Draw up One-page business and personal plans to work out what you want in the simplest and clearest possible way. * Decide what you want. Flush out whether you are building to sell, or just want the business to fund your lifestyle, then take the leap of faith and get it underway. Work hard, but don't confuse being busy with being effective. * Learn from experience. Realise when you are gaining speed but losing altitude, and have the courage to change things when they aren't working well. All vital stuff, packaged and presented in a way that will help you put it into practice right away. So what are you waiting for? It's time to Start.
Starter Packs: A Strategy to Fight Hunger in Developing Countries? Lessons from the Malawi Experience 1998-2003
by Sarah LevyDespite repeated interventions by governments, donors and NGOs in recent years, food insecurity continues and developing countries are forced to rely on food aid again and again. The original idea of Starter Pack was to give a tiny bag of agricultural inputs - fertilizer and seed - to every smallholder farmer in Malawi. Although the program did not work as originally intended, it was successful in achieving food security. The scaling down of the program was a major contributor to the food crisis which hit Malawi (and other countries in Southern Africa) at the beginning of 2002. For once, we have a success story about how hunger can be tackled efficiently. This book assesses the case of the Starter Pack program in Malawi, and whether it can be replicated elsewhere. It covers the practicalities of implementing such a large program and the policy debates.
Startguiden för Poolrengörare
by Mark J. AllenI denna guide kommer du att hitta mycket effektiva tekniker, tips och råd för att du själv ska kunna starta en verksamhet dedikerad för poolrengöring. Du kommer tack vare denna guide att få tips och råd som kommer hjälpa dig att starta upp din verksamhet med minimala utgifter. Du kommer även lära dig hur du ska sätta upp verksamhetens struktur, och hur nybörjar misstagen ser ut samt hur du undviker dem! Är du däremot mer intresserad utav att lära dig tjäna mer pengar, snabbare, så är denna guide även till dig. I kombination med spartips finns även mycket effektiva marknadsförings idéer, och några affärshemligheter. Du får en plan som är enkel att följa och utföra som kommer hjälpa dig att starta din egna verksamhet. Bli din egna chef och beställ boken redan idag.
Starting & Building a Nonprofit
by Peri PakrooStart a nonprofit and keep it running with this practical guide Rescue a school library. Preserve an endangered species. Support the arts. Whatever it is you want to do to give back to your community, Starting & Building a Nonprofit provides the kick start you need. Filled with user-friendly information, practical advice and step-by-step instructions, this book is your guide through the process of getting a nonprofit up and running. Learn how to: -pick the perfect name for your organization -structure a nonprofit to achieve your goals -choose and obtain a federal tax-exempt status -create a mission statement -develop a strategic plan and initial budget -launch a successful fundraising plan -recruit and manage board members and volunteers -hire and train staff -obtain necessary insurance -market your organization -create a winning website -keep your nonprofit running Starting & Building a Nonprofit goes beyond paperwork -- it addresses the big picture, showing you how to create a solvent, efficient organization that will make a real difference. And the newly revised edition has an updated chapter on building a website for your nonprofit, and updated forms and checklists to help you stay organized. Are you a California resident? Check out How to Form a Nonprofit Corporation in California.
Starting & Building a Nonprofit: A Practical Guide
by Peri PakrooBuild a great nonprofit More people than ever are committing themselves to serving their communities and changing the world. Whether you’re aiming to protect the environment, support the arts, or help people in need, understanding how to set up a solid nonprofit organization is a great foundation for being as effective as you can be. With practical advice, legal information, tips, and step-by-step instructions, this essential guide will help you get your nonprofit up and running—and keep it going! It explains how to: develop a strategic plan and budget recruit and manage board members, volunteers, and staff market your organization to your target audience raise money including traditional methods and crowdfunding build a website, use social media strategically, and avoid copyright troubles adopt policies that are legally sound and much more Whether you are dreaming of starting a nonprofit or are already in the trenches, Starting & Building a Nonprofit will help your organization make a real difference in the world. The fully updated eighth edition includes the latest information on building audience and promoting your mission on social media.
Starting & Building a Nonprofit: A Practical Guide
by Peri Pakroo J.D.During hard economic times, nonprofits are more important than ever. Here, learn how to create and nurture a nonprofit that will serve your vital mission, whether supporting the arts, rescuing a school library, protecting the environment, or making a difference in another important way. With practical advice, legal information, tips and step-by-step instructions, this essential guide will help you get your nonprofit up and running—and keep it going! Starting & Building a Nonprofit explains how to: develop a strategic plan and budget recruit and manage board members, employees and volunteers market your organization to your target audience raise money online through crowdfunding and other sites build a website and use social media and networking sites adopt policies that are legally sound and much more. Whether you are dreaming of starting a nonprofit or are already in the trenches, Starting & Building a Nonprofit will help your organization make a real difference in the world.
Starting & Building a Nonprofit: A Practical Guide (2nd edition)
by Peri H. PakrooPakroo is a media and communications consultant, specializing in start-up issues for businesses and nonprofits; she holds a law degree, and has been editing and writing for Nolo since 1996. Written for anyone who is considering starting a nonprofit or reorganizing an existing group, her text explains all of the practical steps of starting and running a nonprofit, including naming and structuring the organization, developing a strategic plan and budget, the board of directors, staff and volunteers, fund-raising, risk management and insurance, contracts and agreements, marketing, publishing informational materials, financial management, and hiring professionals such as lawyers, tax advisers, and bookkeepers. Forms and checklists are included in an appendix.
Starting & Running Your Own Horse Business, 2nd Edition: Marketing strategies, money-saving tips, and profitable program ideas
by Mary Ashby McDonaldTurn your passion for horses into a successful business. Full of proven techniques to help you maximize profits and minimize headaches, this practical guide shows you how to create a viable business plan, identify marketing opportunities, and efficiently maintain your facilities. With savvy tips on reducing veterinary and feed costs, you’ll learn how to make your operation self-sufficient and keep it financially sustainable. Whether you run a boarding stable or a riding camp, you’re sure to find the information you need to keep your business running smoothly.
Starting & Running Your Own Small Farm Business: Small-Farm Success Stories * Financial Assistance Sources * Marketing & Selling Ideas * Business Plan Forms & Documents
by Sarah Beth AubreyRunning your own small farm is demanding enough, but making it profitable presents a host of further challenges. In this business-savvy guide to farming on a small scale, Sarah Aubrey covers everything from financial plans and advertising budgets to web design and food service wholesalers. Learn how to isolate your target audience and craft artisanal products that will delight and amaze customers. With a solid business strategy in place, you can confidently turn your passion into a productive and profitable venture.
Starting & Running a Business All-in-One For Dummies
by Colin BarrowGet well on your way to business success Starting & Running a Business All-in-One For Dummies is a treasure trove of useful information for new or would-be business owners in the UK. This comprehensive guide will help with every part of starting your own business and keeping it running. Generate great business ideas, navigate legal considerations, finance your new business, create a solid business plan, and spread the word through marketing. With this guide, everything you need is in one place, so you don’t have to bounce from book to book as you learn. And it’s all written in simple terms anyone can understand. You’ll be flipping that sign around to open up shop any day now! Get UK-specific advice on structuring and launching your own business Learn the most effective methods of marketing, virtually and otherwise Keep your books in order and find success in your first year of business Write a stellar business plan and hire good people to keep your business goingThis book is for any new entrepreneur looking to start a UK business from the ground up and keep it running successfully, as well as veteran entrepreneurs who want to get up-to-date on the latest business trends.
Starting & Running a Coffee Shop: Brew Success with Proven Strategies for Every Aspect of Your Espresso Startup (Starting & Running)
by Linda Formichelli Melissa VillanuevaLearn to start and run your own coffee bar with tips to brewing successThe caffeine-lover in you has always wanted to start your own coffee bar--and all the guidance you'll need is right here in your hands!Order up a double shot of success with this guide packed to the brim with all things coffee and business. In it, you will find expert advice on selecting the best coffee beans and cafe treats, foolproof methods for tracking sales and inventory, straightforward suggestions on developing effective marketing strategies, helpful tips on negotiating contracts with employees and suppliers, and so much more... So tie that apron, grind those beans, and get started on that dream!
Starting & Running a Food Truck Business: Everything You Need to Succeed With Your Kitchen on Wheels (Starting & Running)
by Alan PhilipsBecome a mobile food mogul with advice from an industry expertThis book is fully stocked with everything you need to know to join the ranks of foodies-on-wheels. A sure path from start to success with your mobile restaurant, you get:- A primer on the food truck industry- The various types of rigs and setups available- Simple strategies for using social media to promote your food truck- Essential information on keeping your food, your customers, your employees, and your truck safe- Sound advice on building your clientele, making your customers happy, and keeping them happy.
Starting & Running a Marijuana Business (Idiot's Guides)
by Debby GoldsberryThe most comprehensive and easy-to-understand guide to starting and running a marijuana business.Legal marijuana is one of the fastest growing industries on the planet, and aspiring entrepreneurs are chomping at the bit to get in on the "green rush". However, while starting any new business can be challenging, starting one in an emerging field with a new and changing legal landscape can be downright daunting. But whether your ambition is to start a grow facility or cannabis dispensary, Idiot's Guides: Starting & Running a Marijuana Business will help you navigate this complex industry with careful planning and special considerations to make the most of your new venture.In this comprehensive overview, you get:• Best practices for securing locations and permits, dealing with the financial restraints from the U.S. Government, and managing all of the day-to-day aspects of running a business.• Insights on the legal challenges from state-to-state and how to navigate them to maximize earning potential. • Expert advice on locating cultivation/dispensary sites, creating a business plan, securing finances, training staff, dealing with security measures, paying taxes, and offering medical patient counseling. • Marketing strategies to ensure the business grows and operates legally and effectively.• Checklists for any owner and manager to incorporate in their business and training to ensure all systems are covered.
Starting A Business In Britain: A Comprehensive Guide and Directory
by Brian O'KaneThousands of new businesses are set up each year in Britain, it is a breeding ground for new companies and entrepreneurs - consider the drinks company Innocent, Yo! Sushi or The Iron Bed Company. This guide will help readers increase their chances of emulating these companies' success.• Deciding if you have what it takes• Researching an idea• Writing a business plan• Raising finance• Getting your business up and runningThis revised and updated edition, including a comprehensive directory of organisations and sources to help you on your way, is indispensable for anyone wishing to branch out on their own
Starting A New Church
by Ralph Moore<P>According to the author perhaps our greatest responsibility is to evangelize our own generation. Yet established churches are not able to do that. In fact, rising generations of Americans live in ignorance of Jesus Christ and have no moral absolutes. Aggressive church planting, the author believes, is the answer to the problem, because new churches focus on the needs of each new generation and present biblical truth in the cultural context that best reaches those people. <P>The objectives of this book are to lay down the challenge to consider becoming a church planter while at the same time screen out wishful thinking and focus on the practical challenges of church planting. This authoritative and edgy message is the next thing in evangelism.
Starting A New Job In A Week: How To Succeed In Your New Role In Seven Simple Steps
by Christine HarveySucceeding in your new job just got easierWhy is it that we don't learn at school some of the most important things we'll need for life? These are things like how to succeed in relationships, how to read a contract for buying a home - and how to start a new job successfully. These are things we eventually glean from other people, through observation or through trial and error. The purpose of this book is to cut out the trial and error and to give you the experiences of highly successful people so that you can succeed now.This book covers the essential ingredients you'll need for succeeding in your new job. They include:- Preparing before you start- Handling day one with ease- Having great success with your boss and colleagues- Using the right attitudes (ones that get you promoted not demoted)- Planning your leadership future by halting failure- Promoting loyalty and leading change- Succeeding as a leader (handling difficult situations head on)- Reaching your goals with proper monitors and controlsKeep pen and paper to hand as you read each day's chapter so that you can make notes when prompted. Your notes will build up into a useful set of prompts for you as youmake your mark in the new job.
Starting Lean from Scratch: A Senior Leader’s Guide to Beginning and Steering an Organizational Culture Change for Continuous Improvement
by Brent Donald TimmermanWhat if the problem is you? For organizations just preparing to begin a continuous-improvement (CI) journey, the behaviors of the leadership must transform dramatically for the Lean toolkit to succeed. Many organizations invest in training colleagues about the power of the tools but fail to address the behavior and mindset of the leadership. Unfortunately, misaligned leadership behaviors will counteract any culture change that is attempted simply by pushing the use of Lean tools. This book outlines a comprehensive set of leadership principles that must be understood and modelled by the leadership before the CI Journey can effectively begin. This book organizes these leadership principles into a framework of a conceptual model called the "Three Spaces of Lean Transformation." The model suggests that these spaces of Trust, Change, and Continuous Improvement must be consciously shaped, developed, and maintained by the organizational leadership if a continuous improvement culture change succeeds. This book organizes a set of leadership principles -- that supports the culture change -- into each of these three spaces. The book is written in the first-person narrative and maintains a mentoring format. This book is for professionals at the very beginning of an intimidating Lean journey and with very little background or formal Lean training. Although these leadership principles are framed in the approach of being necessary to support an innovation culture change, the principles are, in fact, those necessary to support effective employee engagement. In addition, this set of leadership principles, if modeled consistently by the leaders, will create an organizational culture that will attract and retain great employees. These principles form the strong leadership foundation that must be established in organizations where, previously, many of the leadership behaviors were contrary to what is required by a "Lean" organization. The proper adoption of these leadership principles by an organization will support the long-term success of the Lean journey, and that this will enable a lasting, not a temporary, change to a continuous improvement culture.
Starting Out In Shares The Asx Way 3E
by AsxAn introduction to share investing--and whether it's right for youThe ASX investor education team has been providing the essentials about share investing for over 30 years. The latest edition of Starting Out in Shares the ASX Way is your one-stop resource to understanding what shares are--and how to buy and sell them. Inside, you'll have the pros and cons of shares over other investments explained. Many people don't know how the sharemarket actually works--the ASX team takes you through this. In easy to understand language, they will cover the process of investing including: effective ways to manage a portfolio, tried-and-tested stock selection methods, how to set yourself up for share investment, how to analyse shares and their prices and much more.If you want to explore the opportunities of share investing, you've come to the right place.Serves as a resource for those looking for more information before getting started in the sharemarketFully updated with the latest information for 2014A glossary of ASX sharemarket terms is provided at the back of the bookIf you're a would-be or beginner investor looking for trusted information on how to begin buying and selling shares on the Australian market, Starting Out in Shares the ASX Way will give you the confidence and knowledge you need to succeed.
Starting Out Right
by Larry BurkettIf you and your spouse are newly married, you probably have a lot of questions about how to make, spend, and invest money. Financial expert Larry Burkett can help you avoid the financial pitfalls many young couples encounter. In this highly practical guide, he helps you: * Understand how God uses money in a marriage, * Make wise choices about credit cards, * Design a budget that you both like, * Stop bad habits before they start, * Teach your children about finances, and * Decide what type of investments are right for you ... and much more.Starting Out Right offers solid biblical direction and time-tested advice to help you make wise financial choices that will last a lifetime.
Starting Over: How to Change Careers or Start Your Own Business
by Stephen M. Pollan Mark LevineThis invaluable guide offers a definitive game plan for anyone seeking to redefine his or her work status--for finding a new career or even starting a personal business.
Starting Points: Intellectual and Institutional Foundations of Organization Theory (Elements in Organization Theory)
by Bob Hinings Renate MeyerThis Element reviews the first 120 years of organization theory, examining its development from the sociology of organizations and management theory. It is initially organized around two streams of thought. The first is found in political economy and the sociology of organizations, with an emphasis on understanding the new organizations that arose in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. The second derives from practitioner–scholars, whose aim was to provide theories and approaches to managing these new organizations. The Element then shows how each of the streams of understanding and managing came together to produce organization theory. In doing this, it also describes how the institutional frameworks in academic associations, academic centres and journals came out of these approaches and how they strengthened the development of organization theory.
Starting Right: A Basic Guide to Museum Planning
by Cindy Sherrell-Leo Gerald GeorgeThis easy-to-read guide provides information on all aspects of setting up a local museum.
Starting Strong
by Lois J. Zachary Lory A. FischlerA hands-on and usable guide to making the first 90 days of your mentoring relationship a successIn Starting Strong, mentoring experts Lois J. Zachary and Lory A. Fischler weave a compelling tale that exemplifies the concepts, highlights the dynamics, and outlines the issues involved in mentoring relationships. The authors use the form of a fable to tell the story of a budding mentoring relationship filled with possibilities, problems, and triumphs. The story of Cynthia, a seasoned professional, and her new mentee Rafa, brings to life Zachary and Fischler's wealth of mentoring suggestions and best practices and each episode of the fable is accompanied by reflection questions, key learnings, and strategies that readers can apply to their own mentoring relationships. The authors include a conversation playbook that guides mentors and mentees through six essential conversations that will help them establish a strong mentoring connection, and keep it moving forward.As organizations face the transition of departing Boomers and arriving Millennials, Starting Strong offers a hands-on and readable guide to create effective mentoring relationships that will ensure the success of that transition. The book:Covers the key components of a successful mentoring relationship including building trust, establishing a comfort zone (and then having the courage to leave it), holding productive meetings, dealing with power dynamics, setting goals, and keeping momentum goingShows how to avoid common pitfalls and overcome mentoring obstaclesApplies to any organizational or institutional settingStarting Strong is more than an engaging story of mentorship, it's a vital resource for understanding how to implement and sustain a meaningful mentoring relationship.