Women As Entrepreneurs

Author : Maura McAdam
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 171 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2022-08-04
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781000630985

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Women's Entrepreneurship by Maura McAdam Pdf

Drawing on the entrepreneurial ecosystem as a frame of reference, this new edition of Female Entrepreneurship – Women’s Entrepreneurship – continues to challenge contemporary assumptions regarding who or what is an entrepreneur. It draws upon relevant literature and research to enable research-led teaching delivery and provides students with a comprehensive understanding of women’s entrepreneurship and a solid foundation from which they can pursue further studies. Informative but concise, Women’s Entrepreneurship covers key concepts, issues, themes and approaches and provides useful suggested topics for debate. Updates include a revised chapter on Emerging Technologies and Women’s Entrepreneurship, which explores digital entrepreneurship and cyberfeminism. Contextualisation of Women’s Entrepreneurship acknowledges the broader contextual influences on women’s entrepreneurship. Finally, two new chapters have been added looking at The Entrepreneurial Ecosystem and Women’s Entrepreneurship Policy. International case studies explore the socio-economic context for women’s entrepreneurship in regional, national and international economies. Pedagogy to aid learning is incorporated throughout, including learning outcomes, boxes to highlight key research insights and best practice as well as discussion points and activities. This book is important supplementary reading on entrepreneurship, small business management and women's and gender studies courses – it will prove particularly useful to women moving towards starting their own business as well as postgraduate students researching the topic for the first time.

Author : Jill Bryant
Publisher : Second Story Press
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2013-09-01
Category : Businesswomen
ISBN : 9781927583135

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Phenomenal Female Entrepreneurs by Jill Bryant Pdf

Meet ten hard-working and accomplished entrepreneurs from the U.S., Canada, and around the world. These leaders are taking charge, creating new businesses, and holding down top-tier executive positions. From Madam C.J. Walker, who built up her own hair care company in the early 1900s, to Anita Roddick, socially conscious founder of The Body Shop, these ground-breaking women led companies, helped others prosper, and brought about positive change. Entrepreneurs working today include Naina Lal Kidwai, a high-profile investment banker from India, Sheryl Sandberg, COO of Facebook, and Susan Mashibe, a Tanzanian aircraft pioneer. Brimming with enthusiasm and full of useful tips, these women teach us to be bold, take charge, and strive for success.

Author : Tomos, Florica,Kumar, Naresh,Clifton, Nick,Hyams-Ssekasi, Denis
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 411 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2019-01-11
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781522574804

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Women Entrepreneurs and Strategic Decision Making in the Global Economy by Tomos, Florica,Kumar, Naresh,Clifton, Nick,Hyams-Ssekasi, Denis Pdf

There has been an increase in women entrepreneurs participating in the growth of local, regional, national, and global economies. While these women showcase crucial skills for strategic leadership and strategy that can advance companies, they face cultural, educational, social, and political barriers that impede their development and participation within the global economy. Women Entrepreneurs and Strategic Decision Making in the Global Economy is a pivotal reference source that provides vital research on understanding the value of women entrepreneurs and the strategies they can use on the economy and examines gender impact on strategic management and entrepreneurship. While highlighting topics such as emotional intelligence, global economy, and strategic leadership, this book is ideally designed for managers, entrepreneurs, policymakers, academicians, and students.

Author : Katherina Kuschel,Nicholas J. Beutell,Nicky Pouw,Emiel L. Eijdenberg
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : Businesswomen
ISBN : 0367234386

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The Wellbeing of Women in Entrepreneurship by Katherina Kuschel,Nicholas J. Beutell,Nicky Pouw,Emiel L. Eijdenberg Pdf

Women perform nearly two-thirds of total work (including household duties), comprise one-third of the formal labor force, but receive only one-tenth of the world income and own one-hundredth of the world's property. This book brings together distinguished entrepreneurship scholars to provide a unique global vision of the wellbeing of women entrepreneurs to foster sustainable development and inclusive societies. Although gender inequality has long been an important discussion, solutions leading to gender parity are far from reaching their targets in the formal workplace globally. In contrast, women's entrepreneurship is growing exponentially and opportunities for women to own a business and be their own boss offers desirable flexible working conditions that are aligned with women's lifestyles and multiple family responsibilities. However, entrepreneurial activities are demanding and complex, and women face challenges that require special attention. This book focuses on programs that are effective in helping women entrepreneurs reach levels of wellbeing that in turn ensure business sustainability and increased prosperity. Offering perspectives from around the globe, The Wellbeing of Women in Entrepreneurshipwill be of great interest to those working and researching in the disciplines of business management, entrepreneurship, human resource management, sustainable development and women's studies. at are effective in helping women entrepreneurs reach levels of wellbeing that in turn ensure business sustainability and increased prosperity. Offering perspectives from around the globe, The Wellbeing of Women in Entrepreneurshipwill be of great interest to those working and researching in the disciplines of business management, entrepreneurship, human resource management, sustainable development and women's studies.

Author : Shahamak Rezaei,Jizhen Li,Shayegheh Ashourizadeh,Veland Ramadani,Shqipe Gërguri-Rashiti
Publisher : Emerald Group Publishing
Page : 448 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2021-06-16
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781800713260

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The Emerald Handbook of Women and Entrepreneurship in Developing Economies by Shahamak Rezaei,Jizhen Li,Shayegheh Ashourizadeh,Veland Ramadani,Shqipe Gërguri-Rashiti Pdf

The Emerald Handbook of Women and Entrepreneurship in Developing Economies examines women's role in entrepreneurial practices in a range of developing countries and applies unique strategic contextual frameworks to analyse, interpret and understand individual processes, themes and issues.

Author : Robert Goffee,Richard Scase
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 149 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2015-06-11
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781317483816

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Women in Charge (Routledge Revivals) by Robert Goffee,Richard Scase Pdf

Why do women start their own businesses? Is it solely because they are searching for financial success, or for other reasons? On the basis of detailed interviews with a number of women who have started their own businesses, this book, first published in 1985, reveals the significance of factors that are directly related to women’s experiences at home, at work, and in the wider society. The author’s analysis shows how business start-up enables many women, but not all, to achieve forms of economic and social independence that they would not otherwise enjoy. Further, they illustrate ways in which business proprietorship has a wide variety of effects upon individuals, and upon their personal relationships and life styles. They refute the notion of a single entrepreneurial experience and argue that the causes and consequences of business start-up are highly conditioned by the extent to which women are committed to traditionally prescribed roles and to profitability. The findings of this book will have important implications for the formulation of small business policies. It will also be of particular value to those interested in women’s studies and small business management.

Author : Carrie Green
Publisher : Hay House, Inc
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2017-02-21
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781401953164

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She Means Business by Carrie Green Pdf

Are you ready to turn your ideas into reality and build a wildly successful business? There has never been a better time to say yes! With a computer and an Internet connection you can get your ideas, messages, and business out there like never before and create so much success. In this book, Carrie Green shows you how. Carrie started her first online business at the age of 20—she knows what it’s like to be an ambitious and creative woman with big dreams and huge determination . . . but she also knows the challenges of starting and running a business, including the fears, overwhelm, confusion, and blocks that entrepreneurs face. Based on her personal, tried-and-tested experience, she offers valuable guidance and powerful exercises to help you: • Get clear on your business vision • Move past the fears and doubts that can get in the way • Understand your audience, so you can truly connect with them • Create your brand and build a tribe of raving fans, subscribers, and customers • Manage your time, maintain focus, and keep going in the right direction • Condition yourself for success . . . and so much more! If you’re a creative and ambitious female entrepreneur, or are contemplating the entrepreneurial path, this book will provide the honest, realistic, and practical tools you need to follow your heart and bring your vision to life.

Author : Barbara Orser,Catherine Elliott
Publisher : Stanford University Press
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2015-03-25
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780804794312

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Feminine Capital by Barbara Orser,Catherine Elliott Pdf

Today, there are over 200,000,000 women business owners around the world. Many of these entrepreneurs are not doing business as usual, nor are they simply leaning in. Rather, they are tapping into feminine capital—the unique skills and sensibilities that they have cultivated as women—to create enviable successes. Drawing on four decades of award-winning research, Feminine Capital reveals how women are harnessing different approaches to doing business. Barbara Orser and Catherine Elliott detail the pillars of feminine capital and offer new insight into the ways that gender can influence entrepreneurial decision-making. They find that leveraging feminine capital can help women to create distinctive brands, build new markets, and drive profits—all while leveling the playing field in business. In doing so, women are changing our social and economic landscape, one venture at a time. Dispelling myths and misperceptions that can undermine women-owned ventures, this book takes a fresh look at how female entrepreneurs can leverage their skills, knowledge, and values. Case studies of women entrepreneurs bring key concepts and lessons to life, while learning aids, diagnostic tools, and checklists help readers to construct innovative business models, refine start-up plans, and hone growth strategies.

Author : Mauro F. Guillén
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2013-06-19
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781136324598

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Women Entrepreneurs by Mauro F. Guillén Pdf

Women Entrepreneurs offers a collection of almost two dozen cases that explore the process by which women become entrepreneurs, as well as the opportunities and challenges they face in growing their businesses. With a particular focus on the intersection between entrepreneurship and economic development, the cases are drawn from across a range of industries and countries. They offer insights into a number of issues women entrepreneurs face, such as launching a business, diversification and internationalization, as well as covering a number of business functions, including finance, marketing and human resource management. Each case is presented with a summary highlighting the themes it covers, and ends with a set of questions to guide classroom discussion. The book also includes a summary of existing literature on entrepreneurship to help contextualize the cases. This casebook would be the ideal companion in an entrepreneurship class, particularly for students with an interest in female entrepreneurship or economic development. With data from a Goldman Sachs/Lauder Institute study.

Author : Gregory K. Ericksen
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 1999-04-26
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0471324396

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Women Entrepreneurs Only by Gregory K. Ericksen Pdf

Profiling 12 women entrepreneurs who have successfully started businesses of their own, this volume offers information on what companies they founded, why they founded them, the challenges they faced, and how they succeeded.

Author : Iulia Stroila
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2020-10-23
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783658315146

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Drivers and Barriers of Women Entrepreneurs by Iulia Stroila Pdf

The number of women entrepreneurs is growing rapidly worldwide, however, women are still less likely than men to start a new business. Two factors influencing this are barriers and drivers, however, the understanding of how their interaction affects women’s entrepreneurial intention, specifically across different contexts, is lacking. This study focuses on entrepreneurial intention of women across four different European countries, by adopting both a national and supranational perspective. The analysis is based on the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) Germany, Poland, Spain, and Sweden 2015 database. Overall the thesis contributes to the literature of entrepreneurship and context and also the understanding of factors influencing women entrepreneurship in Europe.

Author : Sheila Allen,Carole Truman
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 179 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2016-12-19
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781351986199

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Women in Business by Sheila Allen,Carole Truman Pdf

This important collection, first published in 1993, brings together the most comprehensive analyses of women’s experience in business to date. The small business world – usually associated with men – is unpacked to display the multiple roles played by women. Links are made between lifestyles and business-styles, the interface between business and family life, paid and unpaid work and changing social and economic patterns. Throughout, the limitations of current theory, practice and policies in underestimating the significance of female entrepreneurship are shown. International in perspective, and drawing on the work of leading researchers in work and employment, this volume illuminates the hidden assumptions underlying approaches which concern themselves only with businessmen. It points the way to a better understanding of the meaning of self-employment and small business enterprise in market economies and to a more effective explanation of their role.

Author : Harpreet Kaur
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 156 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2021-09-23
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781000442229

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Women and Entrepreneurship in India by Harpreet Kaur Pdf

The Indian Constitution is the largest written constitution that guarantees equality to women and empowers the State to take affirmative actions in favour of women. India has adopted International conventions for protection of rights of women and granting them equality and ratified the Convention on Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) in the year 1993. The National Policy for Women Empowerment was presented in 2001, the goal of that policy to bring about the advancement, development and empowerment of women and enable women to become financially independent. Currently, India is the only country where the economic gender gap is larger than the political gender gap. Women are required to understand their own potential and overcome social barriers. With constant support of the government, change in stereotype mindset and skill development in women, India will continue witnessing gradual increase in women entrepreneurship in future. The aim of this book is to show the latest state of knowledge on the topic of women entrepreneurship, the role of women in business and women empowerment in India. Many aspects relating to role of women in business, sustainable business development and aspects going beyond economic empowerment of women are discussed in addition to presenting legal and regulatory frameworks. This book will be of interest to researchers, academics, policymakers, and students in the fields of entrepreneurship, empowerment, gender studies, and law.

Author : Maura McAdam
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2013-02-15
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781135120566

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Female Entrepreneurship by Maura McAdam Pdf

Female entrepreneurship, and, in particular, the contribution of their ventures to aggregate economic activity has gained increasing attention over recent years in terms of theory, practice and policy. This concise book explores how women fit into the contemporary entrepreneurial discourse by recognizing that gender intersects with, and influences, women’s experience of entrepreneurship. The book is novel in that it considers women to be a heterogeneous group and as such acknowledges that ethnicity, culture, class and education will all influence and intersect with female entrepreneurship. As a consequence, it explores issues ranging from theoretical relationships between the constructs of gender and entrepreneurship to more empirical work on how entrepreneurship might act as an empowering change agent for women. In order to address the Euro-US centric assumptions underpinning the influence of gender upon entrepreneurship, a chapter is dedicated to the role of entrepreneurship in empowering Palestine women. This book will be important supplementary reading on entrepreneurship, small business management and women's/gender studies courses - it will prove particularly useful to women moving towards starting their own business as well as postgraduate students researching the topic for the first time.

Author : Shumaila Yousafzai,Alain Fayolle,Adam Lindgreen,Colette Henry,Saadat Saeed,Shandana Sheikh
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781786434500

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Women Entrepreneurs and the Myth of ‘Underperformance’ by Shumaila Yousafzai,Alain Fayolle,Adam Lindgreen,Colette Henry,Saadat Saeed,Shandana Sheikh Pdf