THE GREAT BRITISH ENTREPRENEUR'S HANDBOOK 2015 shares the secrets of experienced entrepreneurs on everything from how to tell your business's story compellingly to the secrets of growing a business to the next level. With wit and wisdom, the personalities behind some of the leading firms and bestselling business books of today guide budding entrepreneurs through all the highs and lows of what it takes to be a business success.

THE GREAT BRITISH ENTREPRENEUR'S HANDBOOK 2016 shares the secrets of experienced entrepreneurs on everything from how to get effective media coverage to the secrets of attracting the best and brightest to your firm. With wit and wisdom, the personalities behind some of the leading firms and entrepreneurial organisations in the UK today guide budding entrepreneurs through all the highs and lows of what it takes to be a business success.

Take a step closer to your goals every day with this essential executive planner There never seem to be enough hours in the day to take care of daily business and work towards your goals, it's an issue of prioritization and time management. The Check-In Strategy Journal offers readers the solution, in the form of a daily and weekly system that shuffles your schedule until everything fits. You'll first define your goals in concrete terms, translating your vision into workable strategy, and then you'll put pen to paper and map out a plan for making it reality. Day-by-day and week-by-week, you'll watch the results roll in as you fine-tune your plans and exercise an unprecedented level of control over your life and your business. Breaking long-term and large-scale strategy into smaller chunks allows you to celebrate the small victories. As the "wins" pile up, they fuel the momentum that keeps you moving toward the ultimate vision. This book provides a clear blueprint for setting it into motion. Adopt daily and weekly habits in pursuit of your business goals Define your plan with accountability and small wins Manage your time more efficiently by prioritising goals Gain control of your day, your life and your business The busier you are, the more you need a compass to keep you on track. You lead and manage others, but now it's time to lead yourself. Define your vision, your way, then plan your work and work your plan. The Check-In Strategy Journal keeps you on-task and accountable, with realistic advice and practical guidance on taking back control.

Describes the characteristics of a successful entrepreneur, explains how to start and run a business, and offers tips on costs, investment, market research, and negotiation.

List of Tables and Figures; List of Acronyms; Acknowledgements; Introduction: Thinking Big Again; Chapter 1: From Crisis Ideology to the Division of Innovative Labour; Chapter 2: Technology, Innovation and Growth; Chapter 3: Risk-Taking State: From 'De-risking' to 'Bring It On!'; Chapter 4: The US Entrepreneurial State; Chapter 5: The State behind the iPhone; Chapter 6: Pushing vs. Nudging the Green Industrial Revolution; Chapter 7: Wind and Solar Power: Government Success Stories and Technology in Crisis; Chapter 8: Risks and Rewards: From Rotten Apples to Symbiotic Ecosystems; Chapter 9: So.

Business Model Generation is a handbook for visionaries, game changers, and challengers striving to defy outmoded business models and design tomorrow's enterprises. If your organization needs to adapt to harsh new realities, but you don't yet have a strategy that will get you out in front of your competitors, you need Business Model Generation. Co-created by 470 "Business Model Canvas" practitioners from 45 countries, the book features a beautiful, highly visual, 4-color design that takes powerful strategic ideas and tools, and makes them easy to implement in your organization. It explains the most common Business Model patterns, based on concepts from leading business thinkers, and helps you reinterpret them for your own context. You will learn how to systematically understand, design, and implement a game-changing business model--or analyze and renovate an old one. Along the way, you'll understand at a much deeper level your customers, distribution channels, partners, revenue streams, costs, and your core value proposition. Business Model Generation features practical innovation techniques used today by leading consultants and companies worldwide, including 3M, Ericsson, Capgemini, Deloitte, and others. Designed for doers, it is for those ready to abandon outmoded thinking and embrace new models of value creation: for executives, consultants, entrepreneurs, and leaders of all organizations. If you're ready to change the rules, you belong to "the business model generation!"

'The best business book I've ever read.' Bill Gates, Wall Street Journal 'The Michael Lewis of his day.' New York Times What do the $350 million Ford Motor Company disaster known as the Edsel, the fast and incredible rise of Xerox, and the unbelievable scandals at General Electric and Texas Gulf Sulphur have in common? Each is an example of how an iconic company was defined by a particular moment of fame or notoriety. These notable and fascinating accounts are as relevant today to understanding the intricacies of corporate life as they were when the events happened. Stories about Wall Street are infused with drama and adventure and reveal the machinations and volatile nature of the world of finance. John Brooks's insightful reportage is so full of personality and critical detail that whether he is looking at the astounding market crash of 1962, the collapse of a well-known brokerage firm, or the bold attempt by American bankers to save the British pound, one gets the sense that history really does repeat itself. This business classic written by longtime New Yorker contributor John Brooks is an insightful and engaging look into corporate and financial life in America.

Just Make Money! The Entrepreneur's Handbook to Building the Life of Your Dreams, written by the founder and CEO of Fierce Brands, Eric Casaburi, will change the way you define entrepreneur and entrepreneurship. With decades of inspired insight and elbow grease under his belt, Casaburi sheds light on aspects of starting and owning a business they don't teach in college. Read Just Make Money! and get pumped. Learn where to take your ideas, how to get and manage money, and whom to hire as part of your team. Fierce as he is funny, Casaburi will fill you in on what you need to know about the gift of gab, the art of representing your company, and the science that is in the details. Your financial future is in your hands-or if it isn't, now more than ever, it should be. Why be at the mercy of the national and global economies? Why suffer that 9-to-5 gig your heart just isn't attached to? Why not live your life for your interests and passion? Running your own show can be more than profitable-it can add years of joy and freedom to your life. This book is the no-holds-barred resource you need, and it will not only help you get your business off the ground, but also guide you through all stages of success and expansion.

Startups have made more than $50M in a few days from the simple act of adding a homepage explainer video. That said, not all product videos are created equal. As companies discover the potential of this medium, it's more important than ever to stand out and leave a lasting impression on your audience.If you're a founder, entrepreneur, marketer, or a related role, how do you create a memorable explainer video? How do you ensure it converts? How do you determine your budget and quality level? How do you pick the right technique? How do you select the right producer?Learn how to:Develop Your MessageAchieve the Right Balance Between Quality and CostFind the Right ProducerCreate a High-Quality and Low-Cost Voice OverCast and delegate effectively on top artist networks.Leverage Whiteboard Animation: get the most out of this highly-educational technique.Video projects are too time-consuming and costly to screw up. By applying The Lean Explainer Video, you'll have peace of mind during your production process. More importantly, your video will be many times stronger.

Crowdfunding allows a large number of people to finance an idea through small individual contributions. By harnessing the power of collective energy, crowdfunding can get a project off the ground and in the public eye with astounding speed and success if its done the right way. In this easy-to-use guide, you'll learn: * Learn how to structure your campaign for maximum funding with the least amount of your time and energy * Become a magnet to potential funders so they are finding you before you have to go out and find them * Access the insiders secrets that helped author, Patty Lennon reach her goal in 14 days and be featured by Indiegogo! * Springboard your campaign into social media buzz to create an eager following of campaign evangelists * Avoid the mistakes most crowdfunders make so you are part of the elite group of crowdfunders who fund above their goal amount Drawing from her years of experience in marketing, project planning and communications, as well as, her real-life experience in crowdfunding Patty Lennon provides an easy-to-follow guide to launching a crowdfunding project.