Cases on the Interplay Between Family, Society, and Entrepreneurship

Cases on the Interplay Between Family, Society, and Entrepreneurship
Author: Abe, Ethel Ndidiamaka
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 457
Release: 2023-12-01
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1668487500

In the face of a volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous world and unpredictable challenges, governments need to be able to detect those changes in real-time and quickly test policy responses to determine what works for businesses, communities, families, and individuals. Surprisingly, families and enterprises have interconnectivity. Most Small, Medium and Micro Enterprises (SMMEs) started as household vendors of daily supplies. Understanding this linkage and putting them together with professional dexterity should position them both as the panacea for tackling eventualities in the future. Cases on the Interplay Between Family, Society, and Entrepreneurship adopts a multi-disciplinary approach to appraising and managing the subject matter. This book is underpinned by the need to offer a repository for policymakers in organizations, governments, SMMEs, and community leaders to appreciate the role and importance of the family and SMMEs in the economic landscape of nations. The book is impactful in creating awareness about the importance and role of family and family support to members, the community, and society at large. This book as a well-referenced, peer-reviewed, and expertly written multi-disciplinary book covering the humanities, entrepreneurship, human resource management, psychology, leadership, innovative technology, governance/political sciences, and education, add value to extant literature. The book is principally targeted at entrepreneurs, scholars, governments, opinion leaders/influencers, and entities who need competent referenced data on the subject matter as outlined.

Cases on Social Media and Entrepreneurship

Cases on Social Media and Entrepreneurship
Author: Hossain, Syed Far Abid
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 343
Release: 2024-03-11
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN:

In the 21st century, social media has emerged as a pivotal force shaping business strategies and entrepreneurship. The rapid evolution of social media platforms poses a pressing question: how can one effectively address this fast-paced transformation? Cases on Social Media and Entrepreneurship explores this and delves into media entrepreneurship, giving special attention to its role in developing women entrepreneurs. It skillfully tackles the challenge of gender disparities within the entrepreneurial landscape. Simultaneously, it also explores how to harness the power of artificial intelligence amid the integration challenges it presents, offering instrumental insights for entrepreneurs and investors, stakeholders, government officials, and policymakers. The book does not stop at identifying challenges; it propels the discourse forward by exploring the future of social media entrepreneurship in business. Addressing AI-related concerns, the book investigates whether it threatens social media entrepreneurs or opens up new avenues for growth. Themes like poverty alleviation, the impact on advertising costs, and the intersection of social media entrepreneurship with AI-driven advancements are thoroughly examined.

Transdisciplinary Teaching and Technological Integration for Improved Learning: Case Studies and Practical Approaches

Transdisciplinary Teaching and Technological Integration for Improved Learning: Case Studies and Practical Approaches
Author: Kumar, Rajendra
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 448
Release: 2024-08-14
Genre: Education
ISBN:

In the modern era of research, the significance of transdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches in enhancing higher education learning outcomes cannot be overlooked. These approaches break down traditional academic silos, fostering a more holistic and interconnected understanding of complex problems. By integrating diverse perspectives and methodologies, they promote critical thinking, creativity, and innovation among students. Educators and institutions must embrace and implement transdisciplinary teaching and technological integration to prepare students for the demands of the future and drive meaningful advancements in education. Transdisciplinary Teaching and Technological Integration for Improved Learning: Case Studies and Practical Approaches embodies a commitment to these approaches, incorporating three cyclical activities—research, participation, and action—that collaboratively seek answers to practical questions through features of participatory and situational research. The book explores problem identification, action planning, observation collection, and behavioral data analysis. Covering topics such as artificial intelligence tools, higher education institutions, and university student satisfaction, this book is an excellent resource for higher education faculty, academic administrators, curriculum developers, educational technology specialists, researchers, and more.

Entrepreneurship and Family Business

Entrepreneurship and Family Business
Author: Jerome A. Katz
Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing
Total Pages: 427
Release: 2010-06-23
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0857240978

Deals with the issue of entrepreneurship and family business. This title considers the issues, problems, contexts, or processes that make a family firm more entrepreneurial. It covers topics such as the emergence and growth of family businesses, and the use of entrepreneurial policies, practices and strategies by family firms.

Impact of Digitalization on Education and Social Sustainability

Impact of Digitalization on Education and Social Sustainability
Author: Siyal, Saeed
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 312
Release: 2024-10-02
Genre: Education
ISBN:

The integration of learning, digitalization, and social sustainability has given rise to a host of challenges that demand urgent attention. Chief among these is the digital divide, a growing gap that threatens to deepen societal inequalities by restricting access to essential educational resources. Privacy concerns stemming from increased digitalization, coupled with the potential biases in algorithms form a complex set of obstacles. The transformative potential of technology in education is undeniable, yet the disparities in access and the risks associated with data privacy and algorithmic biases pose formidable hurdles to achieving a truly equitable and socially sustainable learning environment. Impact of Digitalization on Education and Social Sustainability emerges as a timely response to these challenges, offering a nuanced exploration of the intersection between learning, digitalization, and social sustainability. The book presents a comprehensive understanding of the issues at play, dissecting the challenges and opportunities. It advocates for a collaborative effort to bridge the digital divide and underscores the importance of addressing privacy concerns. By examining the potential of digital tools for personalized learning, global collaboration, and innovative teaching methods, the book charts a course toward reshaping education for a more sustainable and inclusive future.

Behavioral Economics and Neuroeconomics of Health and Healthcare

Behavioral Economics and Neuroeconomics of Health and Healthcare
Author: Reddy, K. Jayasankara
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 418
Release: 2024-09-13
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN:

Given the stress of interacting with healthcare systems, be it a result of fear, expense, or confusion, individuals may make decisions that are not in their best interest. There exists an intricate interplay between behavioral economics, neuro economics, health, and healthcare. Until recently, an examination of these interconnected factors has been nonexistent, even though understanding them is vital for proper healthcare administration and top-level patient care. Behavioral Economics and Neuroeconomics of Health and Healthcare explores the underlying psychological and neurological factors that influence individual choices related to health and healthcare. Drawing from a rich pool of research, the book provides a comprehensive understanding of how cognitive biases, emotional factors, and social influences contribute to health-related decisions and outcomes. Not only does the book detail these psychological and neurological drivers of behavior, but it features effective interventions to improve health outcomes and offer practical implications for healthcare practitioners and policymakers.

Workplace Cyberbullying and Behavior in Health Professions

Workplace Cyberbullying and Behavior in Health Professions
Author: Aslam, Muhammad Shahzad
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 301
Release: 2024-01-10
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN:

In the modern healthcare system, a pervasive problem takes new shape as cyberbullying. Healthcare professionals, those dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, are increasingly falling victim to online harassment, intimidation, and harmful behavior. This corrosive issue disrupts team dynamics, undermines workplace culture, and poses severe psychological and emotional consequences for its targets. Academic scholars and healthcare decision-makers must grapple with the pressing need to address this burgeoning crisis. Workplace Cyberbullying and Behavior in Health Professions is a comprehensive and meticulously researched book that presents itself as the definitive solution to the ever-growing challenge of cyberbullying within healthcare. This book is aimed at postgraduate and post-doctorate researchers as well as policymakers, providing a solid foundation for understanding, addressing, and ultimately eliminating cyberbullying in healthcare environments.

Creating Learning Organizations Through Digital Transformation

Creating Learning Organizations Through Digital Transformation
Author: Mamede, Henrique S.
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 310
Release: 2024-01-04
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN:

Organizations find themselves at a pivotal crossroads in an era propelled by the sweeping tide of digital transformation, where the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped the global landscape. Within these novel contexts, the imperative to cultivate Learning Organizations (LOs) has emerged as a beacon of adaptability and progress. Creating Learning Organizations Through Digital Transformation weaves the fabric of LOs within the digital tapestry, where minds perpetually expand, and learning begets learning. This journey hinges on the synergy of knowledge and digital prowess, as LOs harness data and digital content with finesse. From immersive learning to artificial intelligence, these technological frontiers reshape learning, spurring change. Unveiling the core concepts, implementations, and global impacts of LOs, this book is a compass for academics, researchers, and practitioners. It deciphers people capacities, digital contents, learning technologies, and evaluation, nurturing the symbiotic relationship between learning and transformation.

Exploring the Intersection of AI and Human Resources Management

Exploring the Intersection of AI and Human Resources Management
Author: Rafiq, Muhammad
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 328
Release: 2023-12-29
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN:

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly recognized as organizations seek to disrupt and transform processes in order to drive innovation in their business models. However, despite substantial investments in AI implementation, recent research indicates that organizations are struggling to realize the expected benefits. Furthermore, many firms face challenges when it comes to effectively integrating AI applications into their existing organizational systems. To bridge this gap, there is an urgent need to deepen understanding of AI techniques, particularly in the context of Asian organizations, where diverse workforces, cultural differences, language barriers, and skill shortages present unique complexities. Exploring the Intersection of AI and Human Resources Management explores the methodologies, theories, and perspectives related to the application of AI in organizations. Focused on the convergence of Human Resource Management (HRM) and AI, this book aims to provide invaluable insights to academics, researchers, policymakers, organizational managers, advanced-level students, leaders, academicians, and government officials. By shedding light on the tools and applications of AI in optimizing human resources, this book expands the horizons of research and encourages the seamless integration of HRM and AI.

Promoting Value Creation Through Organizational Effectiveness and Development

Promoting Value Creation Through Organizational Effectiveness and Development
Author: González-Torres, Thais
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 268
Release: 2024-01-07
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1668484811

Organizational effectiveness represents the net satisfaction of all stakeholders involved in the process of efficiently gathering and transforming inputs into outputs. Thus, the expected outcomes of organizational effectiveness include proximal, intermediate, and distal or organizational performance outcomes. Furthermore, key literature acknowledges that being effective at the organizational level is critical in accelerating organizational development, thus helping firms to build their capacity to change and achieve greater effectiveness by developing, improving, and reinforcing strategies, structures, and processes. Promoting Value Creation Through Organizational Effectiveness and Development explores potential theories, practices, new approaches, and research agendas for achieving organizational effectiveness. It discusses the positive practices in organizations to produce desirable changes in organizational effectiveness. Covering topics such as ethnography, organizational social capital, and supply chain efficiency, this premier reference source is an excellent resource for business leaders, entrepreneurs, human resource managers, students and educators of higher education, researchers, and academicians.