IESE Business School
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Corporate Venturing: How to bring a startup aboard for mutual benefit
Major companies are experimenting with this model as a quick road to innovation, but it has its dangers
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From protest to product: How to reconcile a social movement with business
Addiopizzo Travel is a case study of success. Its customers (tourists) say they feel good about contributing to the Sicilian community while enjoying its beautiful surroundings and culture
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How finance can avoid a new crisis
Socially responsible investing, ethical banking and crowdfunding — may offer a correction to curb the excesses of unchecked capitalism
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Collaborate yes, but think about it first
Without clear rules that defined boundaries and responsibilities, the same conflicts arose again and again
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Taste Test: Anticipating client preferences before they do
Müller-Trede's study is of particular interest as people evaluating facts evaluate common criteria, while those evaluating preferences use personal criteria
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How "Family First" works out for all shareholders
Since "family first" priorities do not preclude healthy financial returns over the long run, minority shareholders may find very little to complain about
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How business models can make or break a merger
Companies with unlike models are more apt to suffer from clashing corporate identities
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Time to rethink strategy
Africa forces the question: Are we paying attention to emerging ecosystems that could disrupt our business models?
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The myths and realities of doing business in China
Some pointers to doing business in China, including how to make investments there and better understand the economy's vast potential
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The inside scoop on reducing gender gap
That women can negotiate a better pay by switching jobs is but a myth
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Too much of a good thing: Limiting experts on boards
Too many experts on a board can be downright dangerous and lead to business failure