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"The current climate emergency demands disruptive solutions. The authors propose a new regenerative strategy that encapsulates cutting-edge climate solutions, capable of achieving net-zero emissions, with a new purpose for the firm guided by "ecoemotional wealth" and related new ecological ethical and moral values"--

A bold new account of the state of globalization today—and what its collapse might mean for the world economy

This book includes papers presented at the 14th International Conference ¿Economies of the Balkan and Eastern European Countries¿ (EBEEC), held in Florence, Italy, in May 2022. It sheds new light on the micro- and macroeconomic developments in the Eastern European and Balkan countries, taking into account also the broader regional and global factors influencing these developments. In particular, it includes the latest theoretical and empirical research and policy insights from Central and Southeastern Europe and presents new ideas on how to resolve economic problems, also generated by the pandemic, in the Balkan and Eastern European economies in a pan-European context. By examining how the decisions and the performance of economic, social, and political actors in the area are intertwined with wider events, also at a global level, the papers highlight the dynamic development in Eastern Europe and the Balkans region. Further, the book demonstrates how the area is evolving within the framework of European economic integration and the global effervescent economy.

In the existing reports on national competitiveness and rankings such as IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook and WEF Global Competitiveness Report, there are sizable discrepancies in the ranking order for the same countries. As a result, the reader is often confused because such an outcome creates difficulties for government officials when translating these findings into real-world policies.These discrepancies are actually due to the differences in logic and analytical models used by IMD and WEF. Therefore, in recognizing the problems and limitations of these models, this book presents the IPS model as a new approach. As an extension of Michael Porter's diamond model, it demonstrates a robust set of methodologies as well as offers a number of key policy implications for countries around the world that wish to enhance their national competitiveness.The analytical tools used in this book can be further utilized for other units of analysis such as industries and firms. As this book provides a series of sophisticated methodologies and specific guidelines for enhancing national competitiveness, both academics and practitioners can derive useful implications from this research.Alongside the theoretical frameworks and methodologies for national competitiveness presented in this book, the special theme and focus of this third volume is the fourth industrial revolution and the emerging technologies that are relevant to corporate and national competitiveness.The discussion on the digitalization of business began as early as the 1990s, but emerging technologies such as big data, artificial intelligence, and cloud computing have only been a recent trend. Furthermore, the COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the adoption of emerging technologies by both firms and countries. Yet, despite the growing importance of emerging technologies, firms and governments seem to be lagging in effectively integrating them into their operations. To address these challenges, this book explains how emerging technologies have affected firms, industries, and countries. It also welcomes discussion on how firms and countries are responding to the changing environment to enhance their competitiveness through these new technologies.

Die Vereinigten Arabischen Emirate (VAE) haben sich in den letzten Jahrzehnten zweifellos zu einem bedeutenden globalen Wirtschaftszentrum entwickelt. Das vorliegende Essential stellt einen Kurzleitfaden dar, der den Leser durch die rechtlichen und regulatorischen Rahmenbedingungen führt, die für Investitionen in den VAE gelten. Der Leitfaden behandelt die Gründung von Unternehmen, die geltenden Investitionsvorschriften, Freihandelszonen und Investitionsanreize sowie die Besteuerung von Unternehmen und Investoren. Zusätzlich werden die Herausforderungen und Risiken erläutert, die mit Investitionen in den VAE verbunden sein können. Die Autoren sind erfahrene Rechtsanwälte mit eigener Kanzlei in den VAE und vermitteln dem Leser einen fundierten Einblick in die komplexe rechtliche und steuerliche Landschaft des Landes.

Corporate Governance Failures in Emerging Economies - Evidence from Pakistan provides detailed insights regarding corporate governance practices, legal and regulatory frameworks, drivers of corporate governance codes, levels of compliance and various corporate governance mechanisms in an emerging market context. The material outlines and discusses potential challenges to corporate governance development in these settings, emphasizing the wide array of formal and informal institutional factors that have both permitted and fostered corporate governance failures and scandals in Pakistan. This book will be of interest to anyone who is concerned with exploring issues relating to corporate governance outcomes in emerging market contexts and the relevance of institutional theory in offering explanations for the observed behaviour.

Declining budgets and withdrawing military forces seem to spell a period of diminishing influence for U.S. business and government officials overseas.Not so!Bees and Spiders provides answers on how to develop real influence that does not come through massive military presence or big budgets. These answers promote the idea of influence through developing relationships. Such relationships can provide influence that lasts even when there are few military forces and little money.This influence is lasting because it is empathy-based. Bees and Spiders explains the critical nature of developing empathy, and provides usable and useful recommendations for turning simple understanding into the possibility of seeing the world from another perspective.Brian L. Steed is a lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Army and currently serves as an instructor of military history at the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College. He served in the Middle East for more than eight and a half years. During that time he was an officer in the Jordanian Army, a liaison to the Israel Defense Forces, and an advisor and analyst in Iraq, and was responsible for coordinating all training between the U.S. and the United Arab Emirates. He has traveled extensively to nearly every Arabic-speaking country. This book comes from a seminar series he designed and taught to help advisers, and was later used for business executives in the United Arab Emirates. His three previous books are about applied history, and military and organizational theory.

Over the decades, academic literature has too often neglected the complexities and diversity of the African continent and the challenges faced by both multinational companies working across Africa and domestic African companies, particularly in the field of human resources. This edited collection has been compiled with the aim of developing our understanding and practice of HRM in an African context within an increasingly global work milieu.Chapters focus on different African countries and are underpinned by a critical approach to HRM, which goes beyond focussing on the business cases but considers the sensitivity of the national context. The authors will draw on various types of research (conceptual, theoretical and empirical) and incorporate contextual issues such as technology, politics, culture, and economics to supplement the readers¿ insights into the current state of human resource management in African countries. By highlighting theoretical underpinnings and emphasising the practical relevance of HR issues, this proposed book will offer an insightful guide for students and scholars interested in HR and management in developing economies.

The Art of Propaganda: Mastering the Techniques of Persuasion is a comprehensive guide to understanding the different types of propaganda and how they are used to influence individuals and groups. This book covers the history of propaganda from ancient times to modern-day propaganda techniques. It explores the different types of propaganda, including emotional appeals, fear tactics, and logical arguments. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the power of propaganda with its impact on society.

This two-part volume, the first of its kind, examines current pedagogical modules and research directions in public relations and communication management, identifying emerging issues driving the practice in Africa. In comparison to its Western and Asian counterparts, literature on public relations management in Africa is limited, and much of it is examined through the lenses of Western philosophies and pedagogies, failing to reflect Africa's socioeconomic, political, and cultural contexts. This project aims to change that. ¿Albert Volume 2 brings together African scholars, moving beyond organizational impact to share the wider theoretical and practical perspectives on the practice of public relations on the continent, within its cultural, global, and technological milieu.Through conceptual discussions and empirical analyses, this volume shows how Africa is gradually coming out of the shadows of the Western world by building a body of knowledge the reflects the nature of public relations management on the continent. Chapters cover: how public relations contributes to strategic management in Africa; health communication and public relations management; strategic management of issues, as well as the implications of the fourth industrial revolution for public relations practice in Africa.

The twentieth century was an era of socialist revolutionary transformations and significant social-democratic reforms. By the twenty-first century, these socialist inspired movements have largely disappeared, their ideologies have been disavowed, and their institutions dismantled and replaced by global neoliberal capitalism. This book explores the social, political and economic forces driving these movements in Western Europe and in the USSR, explaining their initial triumphs and how they eventually faltered under the influence of global neoliberalism. David Lane examines the nature and appeal of neoliberal capitalism and analyses current social and political proposals for its reform or replacement, including statist forms of capitalism; social-democratic and ecological globalization reforms; self-sustaining autonomous communities; and globalised forms of social-democracy or socialism. Outlining his own proposal to replace global neoliberal capitalism with political systems based on a combination of market socialism and state planning, Lane provides important insights for ways forward, and a challenge for parties seeking political and economic alternatives.

¿This book examines the governance and institutional dimensions of the global value chain (GVC) and the barriers of local firms to participate in chains. Focusing on Latin America, this collection analyzes agribusiness and agri-food chains in order to evaluate the common challenges in the production and trade of coffee, cocoa, maize, sugar, Tequila and Mezcal in Mexico and Central America. Additionally, there are studies of knowledge-intensive industries of aerospace and automotive.Addressing the need for sustainable economic development in developing countries from the study of value chains, this work presents a conceptual framework and empirical cases that highlight the impact of GVC in the Latin American region and will appeal to international business and international trade researchers.

This book discusses the unique and unusual characteristics of the blockchain and the industries and markets affected by this technology in the Global South. Its main objectives are to 1) provide a comprehensive review of economic, health, social, political, entrepreneurial, and environmental impacts of blockchain, 2) present evidence from countries, industries, and firms to broaden the understanding of the contexts, mechanisms, and outcomes associated with blockchain projects, and 3) analyze the enablers and opportunities that can be tapped and barriers that may impede the implementation of blockchain projects in these economies.Given that in many way blockchain has a much higher value proposition for economies in the Global South than for their counterparts in the more developed Global North, it has the potential to make up for the lack of effective formal institutions ¿ rules, laws, regulations, and their enforcement ¿ as well as improve administrative aspects, such as maintenance of standards, monitoring and compliance. This work fills a gap in scholarly research and will appeal to researchers interested in the potential of blockchain to boost entrepreneurship, reshape governance, improve supply chain efficiency, and curb corruption in emerging economies.

The accelerated transformation of businesses poses major challenges to organizations. In its fundamental meaning, leadership is about a systematic way of highlighting the most important goals, combined with continuous execution along the most important principles. This book brings together key themes of Taoism, compiled for international managers who are on their way to becoming trusted leaders. After a brief outline of the guiding concepts, it discusses an application of selected teachings enriched by narratives from appropriate references and relevant verses from the Tao Te Ching (TTC). In this context, each individual yet coherent Taoist principle is applied in terms of its relevance to varying business environments.By providing embedded case studies, this book offers new ideas for managers to incorporate Taoist principles into their leadership strategies.

This book brings together valuable insights about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the business environment from an Asian perspective. While some businesses in Asia have been swift to embrace the new normal, others have found the disruption to the traditional way of doing business challenging. Businesses are striving to respond, adapt, and thrive under the shadow of the unprecedented upheaval to the business environment that has forced them to rethink their strategies, processes, and operating models. There seems to be a consensus among business scholars and stakeholders that the continuous embrace of change and transformation of business models will assist businesses to sustain a long-term competitive advantage. The chapters in this book explore shifts in business innovation and strategies linked to the "e;new normal"e; of doing business during the pandemic, bringing to light issues, challenges, and opportunities that firms can expect to face in their need to ensure sustainability post-pandemic and beyond.

Crunching the Numbers: A Comprehensive Guide to Navigating Small Business Taxes in the USA is an essential resource for small business owners and entrepreneurs seeking clarity and confidence in managing their tax obligations in the United States. This comprehensive book provides a step-by-step roadmap to navigate the intricate world of small business taxes with ease and efficiency.Written in a clear and accessible style, this guide demystifies the complexities of small business taxation, ensuring that readers understand the fundamental concepts and legal requirements involved. From understanding different tax entities to maximizing deductions and credits, this book covers every essential aspect of small business tax management.Crunching the Numbers goes beyond theoretical explanations and provides practical insights and expert advice to help readers optimize their tax planning and compliance strategies. It explores the various tax obligations and considerations specific to small businesses, ensuring that readers are equipped with the knowledge to make informed decisions and maximize their tax benefits.With detailed explanations, real-world examples, and easy-to-follow instructions, this guide walks readers through the process of preparing and filing small business taxes. It covers key topics such as recordkeeping, estimated taxes, payroll taxes, sales tax, and self-employment taxes. Additionally, it addresses important tax considerations for specific industries and provides guidance on avoiding common pitfalls and IRS scrutiny.Whether you are starting a new small business or already managing one, Crunching the Numbers: A Comprehensive Guide to Navigating Small Business Taxes in the USA equips you with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the complex landscape of small business taxes. By providing valuable insights and practical advice, this book serves as a trusted companion on your journey to effectively manage your tax obligations and optimize your business finances.Gain control over your small business taxes and make informed decisions with confidence. Let Crunching the Numbers be your comprehensive guide, ensuring that you have the essential knowledge and resources to navigate the intricacies of small business taxes in the USA.

How do you come up with the right digital marketing strategy for your business? How to go about creating the right kind of content with digital storytelling? How does a business go from being virtually unknown into a household name? Digital Marketing is the guide you need! We will teach you how to establish your digital marketing strategy in 7 easy steps. This guide is designed to provide you with all the tools you need in a concise, easy to understand format that will answer all your burning questions and get you on your way to establishing successful digital marketing. The digital space has opened up a whole new world of possibilities and opportunities. However, this also means that the good old fashioned marketing strategies don't work anymore. You need strategies that are going to keep up with the demands of today's digital marketing landscape. Everything is faster, better, more efficient, more entertaining, more valuable, more customer-centric, and a lot more targeted. Digital Marketing provides you some pointers and tips for navigating a digital marketing strategy, it also asks you to think and consider how you currently are strategizing. It helps you to evaluate where you are and what you, as an individual, need to change to push it to the next level. In a comprehensive step-by-step reference format, each chapter corresponds to a specific element of digital marketing. The clear-cut organization makes it simple to follow along and refer back to areas you still feel confused about as you go. This guide is complete with coherent examples to help you distinguish between each element and log them into your long-term memory. YOU'LL LEARN:Why digital marketing is the way of the future?What is a digital story and why your business needs to be telling one?Why digital strategy is, by far, the VERY BEST approach that will turn your business vision into reality.What are some of the most important KPIs that you should be tracking and monitoring for your campaigns?What is email marketing automation and why you should be using it right now (if you haven't already started)?How do you understand your audience and figure out what your messaging should be?How to set the right kind of budget for your business and ensure you're getting the most bang for your buck.And much more! To help you on this journey of achieving the goal of becoming a digital marketer, this guide goes through many actionable examples and strategies. As you press yourself to grow, you will find that there are so many experiences you have already had that will help formulate your ability to be a successful strategic marketing plan. Let's get started!

The aim of this book is to offer up-to-date insights into the challenges for international firms represented by managing their marketing mix in "e;distant"e; countries, especially considering the role played by cultural distance. Building on the famous McCarthy's "e;4Ps,"e; and on the concept of "e;cultural distance,"e; the book outlines some key challenges and opportunities for firms that manage international marketing policies about "e;product,"e; "e;price,"e; "e;place,"e; and "e;promotion"e; in culturally distant markets. At the same time, the book looks at extant conceptualizations and approaches considering the evolving environmental forces, which are contributing to further challenges for firms that are confronted with changing economic and social scenarios. Indeed, markets and societies are increasingly affected by multiculturalism, and new patterns in consumers' behaviors have emerged due to the proliferation of digital technologies and, more recently, due to several market disruptions such as the COVID-19 pandemic. How do firms manage culturally distant and increasingly evolving cultural environments is a relevant topic worthy of discussion from both a theoretical perspective and a practice-based approach, through the analysis of real-world case studies. Researchers of cross-cultural marketing and practitioners intending to get acquainted with the latest research on the topic would particularly benefit from this book.

Would you like to know how to brand your business and stand out in an already saturated market? Are you thinking about starting a new business but worrying that there are too many competitors? Are you defining your target audience and are unsure about coming up with a unique brand name and logo? Business Branding is the guide you need! We will teach you how to establish your business branding in 7 easy steps. This guide is designed to provide you with all the tools you need in a concise, easy to understand format that will answer all your burning questions and get you on your way to successful business branding. New entrepreneurs are often overwhelmed with all the different processes that they have to go through in order to build a brand. The solution to your problem is not that difficult. You will be taken through a progressive process where with each chapter, you are taken to the next elevated layer of branding your business. You will learn the art of storytelling to improve business communication, and you will also learn some basic things like designing logos and mission statements for your brand. Business Branding provides you some pointers and tips for navigating a branding strategy, it also asks you to think and consider how you currently are strategizing. It helps you to evaluate where you are and what you, as an individual, need to change to push it to the next level. In a comprehensive step-by-step reference format, each chapter corresponds to a specific element of business branding. The clear-cut organization makes it simple to follow along and refer back to areas you still feel confused about as you go. This guide is complete with coherent examples to help you distinguish between each element and log them into your long-term memory. YOU'LL LEARN:Importance of brandingUnderstanding brand purpose with examplesActionable steps that will help you build a brand trusted by peopleIdentifying the audience for your brandTypes of competitors and tips on identifying themA comprehensive guide to market researchHow to formulate your mission statementChoosing the right brand nameMarketing strategies to spread the word about your brandInnovative ideas to make your brand stand outAnd much more! To help you on this journey of achieving the goal of becoming a branding strategist, this guide goes through many actionable examples and strategies. As you press yourself to grow, you will find that there are so many experiences you have already had that will help formulate your ability to establish successful business branding. Let's get started!

The rise of China poses a significant challenge to the existing, Western-dominated world economic order. The effectiveness of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) is contingent on a smooth transition of the world¿s economic center toward the Asia-Pacific Region. For Western investors, the vast market opportunities can be tempting. However, the lack of experience and knowledge of international management in China ¿ a country with radically different business rules and cultural background ¿ poses a substantial risk.This book provides comprehensive insights into the fast-changing business world in China. Based on the authors¿ theoretical knowledge and invaluable years of practical experience, it discusses the various options for doing business in China, with current examples that demonstrate how European SMEs can successfully position themselves between multinational companies and local competitors. It also highlights new opportunities arising from Chinäs international involvement (New Silk Road, RCEP) and addresses risk management for European SMEs operating in China. Moreover, it sheds light on how to form relationships of mutual trust between Chinese policymakers and their advisors/cooperation partners from abroad.Readers with an interest in doing business in China will find this book particularly valuable.

In dynamic investment calculations it is necessary to discount cash flows that lie in the future. In many cases default risks have to be taken into account. These should also be included in the valuation. The author's personal experience in the subject led to the tables of Risk Adjusted Single Payment Present Worth (RASPPW) Factors. It is one of the simplest ways of risk-adjusted present value calculation. For negative and positive interest rates, different probabilities of default, and periods up to 40 years this handbook contains the Risk Adjusted Single Payment Present Worth (RASPPW) Factors. The cash flow is simply multiplied by the appropriate PV factor (depending on probability of default, interest rate and time). A very good aid in study and practice, for the calculation and control of risk-adjusted present values.

Texts presented at the 2017 'Congráes annuel de la Fâedâeration canadienne des sciences sociales et humaines' held at Ryerson University in Toronto.