Financing Transitions
François M. de Visscher
This book delves into the complex financial dynamics of family businesses, offering crucial insights into balancing shareholder liquidity, capital for growth, and family control across generations. Through practical advice and compelling case studies, it explores how to navigate strategic, generational, and ownership transitions, emphasizing the power of 'patient capital' and effective family governance to ensure long-term success and harmony.
Family Business
Ernesto J. Poza; Mary S. Daugherty
A comprehensive guide to the unique dynamics of family businesses, this book explores the challenges and competitive advantages inherent in enterprises where family, ownership, and management intertwine. Rooted in theory, research, and real-world cases, it provides actionable strategies for governance, succession planning, wealth management, and fostering transgenerational entrepreneurship, aiming to ensure the long-term continuity and success of family firms in a global economy.
Continuous Discovery Habits
Teresa Torres
Learn a structured and sustainable approach to continuous discovery that will help you create products that customers love and that drive business value. This book outlines a collection of habits that, when deployed continuously week over week, lead to better business outcomes and better customer outcomes.
Hug Your Customers
Jack Mitchell
Discover the secrets to building lasting customer relationships and achieving remarkable success with the "hugging" philosophy. Learn how to personalize sales, exceed expectations, and create a customer-centric culture that drives loyalty and profitability. From heartfelt gestures to strategic initiatives, this book reveals the power of passion, relationships, and genuine care in transforming your business.
Start with Why
Simon Sinek
Explore the fundamental principles that drive inspiring leaders and organizations. Discover the power of starting with 'Why' to create a sense of purpose and belonging, leading to greater influence, loyalty, and long-term success.
Leading Digital
George Westerman
In an era where digital technology fundamentally reshapes every industry, 'Leading Digital' reveals how traditional companies can achieve 'Digital Mastery' to gain strategic advantage. Based on a study of over 400 global firms, this book provides a clear framework for investing in digital capabilities and leading successful transformation. It offers a practical playbook for executives to navigate the new, digitally powered global economy, ensuring their organizations not only survive but thrive.
Who
Geoff Smart
This book asserts that the most crucial decisions in business are not 'what' decisions (strategies, products) but 'who' decisions (hiring the right people). It introduces the 'A Method' for hiring, a practical, four-step process (Scorecard, Source, Select, Sell) designed to help managers, CEOs, and individuals avoid costly hiring mistakes and build high-performing teams of 'A Players.' Through research, interviews with business billionaires, and real-world examples, the authors provide a clear blueprint for identifying, attracting, and retaining top talent to drive organizational success and personal satisfaction.
The Business of Belonging
David Spinks
Discover how to build thriving communities that drive business success. Learn the fundamentals of community strategy, creating social identity, mapping the community participation journey, and designing engaging community spaces. Unlock the power of belonging and gain a competitive edge in today's market.