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The Business Lessons of the Belmont Stakes

Harvard Business Review

For example, an executive considering whether to acquire a target company will gather facts about the industry and target company, consider how the combined companies will perform, and come up with a value that shows the deal is good for the acquirer. Humanity has a large database, just waiting to be tapped. Silver Charm — 233.

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The Business Lessons of the Belmont Stakes

Harvard Business Review

For example, an executive considering whether to acquire a target company will gather facts about the industry and target company, consider how the combined companies will perform, and come up with a value that shows the deal is good for the acquirer. Humanity has a large database, just waiting to be tapped. Silver Charm — 233.

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Three Traps Facing New Global Leaders

Harvard Business Review

But for most rising executives, leading successfully in global markets is easier said than done. Saj-nicole Joni , chief executive of Cambridge International Group, is a confidential advisor to CEOs and top executives worldwide. while the domestic economy stagnates. Have you seen others fall into any of these traps?

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When Does the Buck Stop?

Harvard Business Review

Saj-nicole Joni , chief executive of Cambridge International Group, is a confidential advisor to CEOs and top executives worldwide. The Right Fight , by Saj-nicole Joni and Damon Beyer, (HarperCollins, 2010) is available in book, e-book and audio formats.

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Case Study: How to Integrate an Acquired Brand

Harvard Business Review

Henry Beyer walked up to a Mini Cooper in the city parking lot across the street from his office in downtown Houston. The two were executives of Beacon Car Rental, one of the industry''s most established and respected brands. He waved his brand-new VillageCar card near the door handle and got in. "It He laughed; Henry grimaced.