...Peacock (2004, p43) states "Many people, however, with such characteristics do not start a business because they never feel ready to do so, and/or distractions and obligations hold them back. Other people with similar characteristics have certain periods in their life cycle when a window of opportunity opens to start a business, because they perceive that their capacity (readiness) to start exceeds any restraints operating against them." Discuss whether readiness and restraint factors are likely to be more relevant in influencing the start-up decision of a potential small business owner more than the other characteristics Peacock (2004) is discussing. There are numerous opportunities and choices in a life cycle which each individuals face to make their own decision. Some are significantly influential and some are less influential to their life. In order to make up the decision, there are many factors you consider within yourself. Starting up an own business could be one of the choices people encounter when they discover a window of opportunity in their life cycle. The result of deciding whether to start up or not is significantly important as it can affect the living of ones current and future. Therefore unlike other choices, there are prioritized factors that are considered. These are the readiness and restraint factors. Peacock (2004, p43) states that high need for achievement and general self confidence are required to try something new and uncertain. However in...
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...Word Count: 480 Discuss whether readiness and restraint factors are likely to be more relevant in influencing the start-up decision of a potential small business owner more than the other characteristics Peacock (2004) is discussing. Peacock suggests that entrepreneurial characteristics formulate a high need for achievement and the inner locus of control to try something uncertain (Peacock 2004, p. 43). Liles theorizes that entrepreneurs start out like many other ambitious individuals, however become people apart due to the external factors of readiness and restraint. (Peacock 2004, p. 46). Burns concludes that few people start up their own business due to the lack of capital and self-doubt, therefore a trigger such as unemployment or the desire to make money is needed (Burns 2002, p. 93). Therefore, readiness and restraint factors must be complimented with the cognitive characteristics identified by Peacock to define entrepreneurship. A person’s readiness requires a specific self-confidence, representing a feeling of mastery, gained through experience, exposure, specific skills, and industry knowledge (Peacock 2009, p. 44). Entrepreneurs must believe that their skillset can meet the perceived demands of the tasks expected in entrepreneurial activity (Gatewood, Shaver & Gartner 1995, p. 385). This suggests that individuals who are successful at getting into business might have skills and abilities that better match the opportunities they face (Gatewood, Shaver &...
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...# 2011 University of South Africa All rights reserved Printed and published by the University of South Africa Muckleneuk, Pretoria EDPHOD8/1/2012Ã2014 98753223 3B2 Karin-mod Style CONTENTS Learning unit PREFACE SECTION 1 A theoretical framework 1 The pastoral role of the educator in South African public schools: a theoretical framework SECTION 2 Practical examples 2 Understanding cultural diversity in my public school classroom 3 The ABC of building schools for an integrated South African society à diverse people unite 4 Education for human rights and inclusivity 5 Child abuse: an educator's guide for the Senior Phase and FET 6 HIV/AIDS education at school 7 Educators' pastoral role in their schools and communities: an opportunity to care SECTION 3 Crisis and trauma in adolescence 8 Crisis: the theory 9 The crisis intervener and the person in crisis: prevention, prejudice and the intervener 10 Crisis intervention: general models 11 The skills for ensuring a positive relationship and interview between the crisis intervener and the adolescent in crisis SECTION 4 The religious world of the learner 12 Understanding religious diversity in my school 186 122 136 144 168 16 24 41 57 81 92 Page (iv) 2 EDPHOD8/1/2012±2014 (iii) PREFACE The study material for this module comprises four sections. Section 1: The theoretical framework for the pastoral role of the educator (see learning unit 1) Section 2: Practical examples to illustrate the applied competence of the community...
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...fact that people's gestures give away their true intentions. Every day we are confronted by hundreds of different signals that can mean anything from 'That's a great idea' to 'You must be kidding'. And we are all sending out these signals whether we realise it or not. Now, in this authoritative guide written with great humour and insight, you can learn the secrets of body language to give you more confidence and control in any situation — from negotiating a deal to finding the right partner. Discover the techniques that will show you how to interpret gestures, read the underlying thoughts and emotions — and reach the right conclusions. Front cover photo supplied courtesy of Shufunotomo Co., Ltd. 2-9 Kanda Surugadai, Chiyoda-Ku, Tokyo, Japan Allan Pease is the world's foremost expert on body language. His book Why Men Don't Listen And Women Can't Read Maps co-authored with wife Barbara, has sold over 10 million copies in 48 languages since its release. Allan travels the world lecturing on human communication, has written 8 other bestselling books and appeared in his own television series which attracted over 100 million viewers. Barbara Pease is CEO of Pease International which produces videos, training courses and seminars for business and governments worldwide. She is also the author of the international bestseller Why Men Lie and Women Cry, co-authored with husband Allan. The Authors write a joint monthly relationship column read by over 20 million people. Back cover...
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...W. Bush, Texas reporters had written numerous stories about his failed businesses in the oil patch, the dubious land grab and questionable funding behind a new stadium for Bush’s baseball team, the Texas Rangers, and his various political contradictions and hypocrisies while serving in Austin. I was one of those Texas journalists. I spent about a decade trying to find accurate information on Bush’s record in the Texas National Guard. My curiosity had been prompted by his failure to adequately answer a question I had asked him as a panelist in a televised debate with Ann Richards during the 1994 gubernatorial campaign. Eventually I published three books on Bush and his political consigliere, Karl Rove. During Bush’s presidency, many other...
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