书目名称 | Nurturing Science-based Ventures |
副标题 | An International Cas |
编辑 | Ralf W. Seifert,Benoît F. Leleux,Christopher L. Tu |
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概述 | Contains more than 30 field researched, real-world case studies, providing examples of both successful and less successful start-ups for a complete and authentic learning experience.Includes classroom |
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描述 | Few would deny that small entrepreneurial firms play an important economic and social role. Not only do they generate a significant number of jobs but they also contribute a large proportion of gross national product (GNP). Not all small firms qualify as entrepreneurial entities, however. While “small” refers mostly to size, “entrepreneurial” refers to growth and a value-creation orientation. The vast - jority of small firms have no growth aspirations, nor do they have the means and skills to grow. As such, they may still provide employment and local value but would not embrace the high-potential aspirations of entrepreneurial ventures. This book clearly addresses those entrepreneurs who are interested in leading hi- growth-potential companies (Table 1). Table 1 Growth Typology of Small Firms [1] Type of venture Desired sales range Future employees Lifestyle 0 to $1 million 0 to 4 Smaller high potential $1 million to $20 million 5 to 50 High potential over $20 million Over 50 High-innovation technology-based startups assume a very special role in hi- growth entrepreneurship. Although these startups constitute a comparatively low number of small businesses, they produce proportionat |
出版日期 | Textbook 2008 |
关键词 | Business; Company Start-up; Entrepreneurs; Entrepreneurship; Executive Development; Innovation; Science an |
版次 | 1 |
doi | https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-84628-874-6 |
isbn_softcover | 978-1-4471-5823-3 |
isbn_ebook | 978-1-84628-874-6 |
copyright | Springer-Verlag London 2008 |