Entrepreneurs are the key to any successful new business. But having a good idea is not enough . . . too many good ideas fail at the execution level. Transformative Entrepreneurs provides a fascinating perspective on those enterprises and entrepreneurs that have changed the landscape of society while highlighting the challenges and excitement of launching new innovative businesses. Meticulously researched with fresh insights into the entrepreneurial process, Jeff Harris brings the in-depth perceptions from his nearly thirty years of venture capital experience to provide a thorough understanding of the transformative ideas and leadership abilities that separate the winners and losers. With examples of leading entrepreneurs in different facets of business, the pioneering business models and execution skills of the founders come to life providing an inspirational lens for those chasing the dream. Great entrepreneurs discussed include: Hugh Hefner (Playboy) Fred Smith (Federal Express) Guy Laliberte (Cirque du Soleil) Christo and Jeanne-Claude Ingvar Kamprad (IKEA) Michael Milken (Drexel Burnham) Howard Schultz (Starbucks) Larry Page and Sergey Brin (Google) Steve Jobs (Apple)
| Author | Jeffrey A. Harris |
| Publisher | Palgrave Macmillan |
| Release Date | 2012-02-07 |
| ISBN | 1137512326 |
| Pages | 224 pages |
| Rating | 4/5 (21 users) |
