100 Great businesses and the Minds Behind Them

Emily Ross & Angus Holland

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Inside the success of 100 Business Geniuses

Risk-loving entrepreneurs. Innovative geniuses. Self-starters and mavericks. The world's greatest businesses were built by unique people, each bringing their own style and savvy to thezmarketplace.

100 Great Businesses and the Minds Behind Them is a diverse and inspiring collections of great business stories. Covering a variety of success paths, brilliant strategies and engaging entrepreneurs, each profile explores the genius behind the greatest business minds:

A mother's inspiration that launched Baby Einstein

Aveda's journey from hippie to hip

How Guinness overcame a centuries-old problem to conquer new markets

TiVo's long fight to explain the genius of their product

How Oprah went from person to empire

And many more

An engrossing look at what makes entrepreneurs and business geniuses tick, this book highlights the pivotal moments in the lives of great businesses, with lasting lesson on the art of making your business a success.

What will you learn from this book

  1. Entrepreneurial Vision and Persistence: Successful businesses often start with a clear vision and unwavering persistence from their founders. Belief in the idea and relentless pursuit are crucial.

  2. Innovative Thinking and Disruption: Many great businesses are built on innovative ideas or disrupt existing industries by introducing new products, services, or business models.

  3. Adaptability to Change: Businesses that thrive often display a willingness to adapt to changing market conditions, consumer preferences, and technological advancements.

  4. Customer-Centric Approach: Focusing on understanding and meeting customer needs and preferences is critical for sustained success.

  5. Strong Leadership and Team Building: Effective leadership and the ability to build talented and cohesive teams are fundamental for scaling and sustaining a business.

  6. Risk Management and Resilience: Successful entrepreneurs manage risks effectively and demonstrate resilience in the face of challenges or setbacks.

  7. Execution and Implementation: Ideas alone are not enough; successful businesses execute well. Implementation and operational excellence are key factors in their success.

  8. Financial Acumen and Resource Management: Managing finances prudently and efficiently allocating resources contribute significantly to the growth and sustainability of businesses.

  9. Community and Social Impact: Some businesses succeed by creating value not just for themselves but also for the community or by addressing social challenges.

  10. Continuous Learning and Adaptation: Founders who continuously learn, adapt, and refine their strategies based on feedback and market insights tend to build resilient and successful businesses.

Language English
ISBN-10 1402206313
ISBN-13 978-1402206313
No of pages 420
Font Size Medium
Book Publisher Source books
Published Date 30 Mar 2006

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