Elizabeth Florent-Treacy

Liu Bai: A Chinese Successor's Dilemma (Japanese)

By  Randel Carlock,  Elizabeth Florent-Treacy
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Succession patterns in Asia are heavily influenced by Confucian values and traditions. Liu Bai's father's authoritarian style of management was typical of Chinese families, but his critical and demanding manner made it impossible for Bai to work with him, even in the Asian context.

    Published 21 Jun 2021

    Reference 6005

    Topic Family Business

    Region Asia

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    Liu Bai: A Chinese Successor's Dilemma (Japanese)

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    Succession patterns in Asia are heavily influenced by Confucian values and traditions. Liu Bai's father's authoritarian style of management was typical of Chinese families, but his critical and demanding manner made it impossible for Bai to work with him, even in the Asian context.
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      Liu Bai: A Chinese Successor's Dilemma

      By  Randel Carlock,  Elizabeth Florent-Treacy
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      Succession patterns in Asia are heavily influenced by Confucian values and traditions. Liu Bai's father's authoritarian style of management was typical of Chinese families, but his critical and demanding manner made it impossible for Bai to work with him, even in the Asian context.

        Published 25 Nov 2013

        Reference 6005

        Topic Family Business

        Region Asia

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        Liu Bai: A Chinese Successor's Dilemma

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        Succession patterns in Asia are heavily influenced by Confucian values and traditions. Liu Bai's father's authoritarian style of management was typical of Chinese families, but his critical and demanding manner made it impossible for Bai to work with him, even in the Asian context.
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          Best Western Italy (B): Creating an Authentizotic Organization by Putting People First

          By  Elizabeth Florent-Treacy,  Massimiliano Saccarelli,  Manfred F. R. Kets de Vries
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          The case follows the progress of a year-long multi-module 'Make a Difference' programme for all 70 employees of Best Western Italy, the European operations and reservations centre for Best Western International, a global hotel group.

            Published 29 Jan 2013

            Reference 5919

            Topic Leadership & Organisations

            Industry Leisure, Travel and Tourism

            Region Europe

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            Best Western Italy (B): Creating an Authentizotic Organization by Putting People First

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            The case follows the progress of a year-long multi-module 'Make a Difference' programme for all 70 employees of Best Western Italy, the European operations and reservations centre for Best Western International, a global hotel group.
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              Best Western Italy (C): Creating an Authentizotic Organization by Putting People First

              By  Elizabeth Florent-Treacy,  Massimiliano Saccarelli,  Manfred F. R. Kets de Vries
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              The case follows the progress of a year-long multi-module 'Make a Difference' programme for all 70 employees of Best Western Italy, the European operations and reservations centre for Best Western International, a global hotel group.

                Published 29 Jan 2013

                Reference 5919

                Topic Leadership & Organisations

                Industry Leisure, Travel and Tourism

                Region Europe

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                Best Western Italy (C): Creating an Authentizotic Organization by Putting People First

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                The case follows the progress of a year-long multi-module 'Make a Difference' programme for all 70 employees of Best Western Italy, the European operations and reservations centre for Best Western International, a global hotel group.
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                  Best Western Italy (A): Creating an Authentizotic Organization by Putting People First

                  By  Elizabeth Florent-Treacy,  Massimiliano Saccarelli,  Manfred F. R. Kets de Vries
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                  The case follows the progress of a year-long multi-module 'Make a Difference' programme for all 70 employees of Best Western Italy, the European operations and reservations centre for Best Western International, a global hotel group.

                    Published 28 Jan 2013

                    Reference 5919

                    Topic Leadership & Organisations

                    Industry Leisure, Travel and Tourism

                    Region Europe

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                    Best Western Italy (A): Creating an Authentizotic Organization by Putting People First

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                    The case follows the progress of a year-long multi-module 'Make a Difference' programme for all 70 employees of Best Western Italy, the European operations and reservations centre for Best Western International, a global hotel group.
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                      Stress and the City (A): António Horta-Osório, CEO of Lloyds Banking Group

                      By  Elizabeth Florent-Treacy,  Jean-François Manzoni
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                      After announcing the sudden medical leave of absence of António Horta Osório, CEO of Lloyd's Banking Group, the challenge facing the board was unprecedented. They would have to take immediate action to ensure interim leadership, and plan for the future. Should António Horta Osório return as CEO? If so, under what conditions?

                        Published 25 Jun 2012

                        Reference 5890

                        Topic Leadership & Organisations

                        Region Europe

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                        Stress and the City (A): António Horta-Osório, CEO of Lloyds Banking Group

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                        After announcing the sudden medical leave of absence of António Horta Osório, CEO of Lloyd's Banking Group, the challenge facing the board was unprecedented. They would have to take immediate action to ensure interim leadership, and plan for the future. Should António Horta Osório return as CEO? If so, under what conditions?
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                          Stress and the City (B): António Horta-Osório, CEO of Lloyds Banking Group

                          By  Elizabeth Florent-Treacy,  Jean-François Manzoni
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                          After announcing the sudden medical leave of absence of António Horta Osório, CEO of Lloyd's Banking Group, the challenge facing the board was unprecedented. They would have to take immediate action to ensure interim leadership, and plan for the future. Should António Horta Osório return as CEO? If so, under what conditions?

                            Published 25 Jun 2012

                            Reference 5890

                            Topic Leadership & Organisations

                            Region Europe

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                            Stress and the City (B): António Horta-Osório, CEO of Lloyds Banking Group

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                            After announcing the sudden medical leave of absence of António Horta Osório, CEO of Lloyd's Banking Group, the challenge facing the board was unprecedented. They would have to take immediate action to ensure interim leadership, and plan for the future. Should António Horta Osório return as CEO? If so, under what conditions?
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                              Accelerating Change Management at CEB: The Roots of Change Run Deep

                              By  Elizabeth Florent-Treacy,  Manfred F. R. Kets de Vries,  Belen del Amo Perez de Lara
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                              The case illustrates how a team leader manages a simple change management project by leveraging the unique skill set she has developed through her childhood experiences growing up in several different countries. Fatima, the protagonist, needs to integrate a mixed group of performers into an already high performing team in a short timespan.

                                Published 29 Nov 2010

                                Reference 5743

                                Topic Leadership & Organisations

                                Industry Consulting,  Information Technology and Services

                                Region Europe

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                                Accelerating Change Management at CEB: The Roots of Change Run Deep

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                                The case illustrates how a team leader manages a simple change management project by leveraging the unique skill set she has developed through her childhood experiences growing up in several different countries. Fatima, the protagonist, needs to integrate a mixed group of performers into an already high performing team in a short timespan.
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                                  Reem Al-Shemari and the Abu Dhabi Brand: Generation Y Leadership in the UAE

                                  By  Manfred F. R. Kets de Vries,  Elizabeth Florent-Treacy,  Katty Marmenout,  Rola Tassabehji
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                                  The Emirate of Abu Dhabi has witnessed rapid development in recent decades. As its physical, economic and demographic landscapes evolve, the time has come to reflect on the challenges and opportunities ahead. This case illustrates the establishment and achievements of the Office of the Brand of Abu Dhabi (OBAD).

                                    Published 22 Feb 2010

                                    Reference 5671

                                    Topic Leadership & Organisations

                                    Industry Leisure, Travel and Tourism

                                    Region Middle-East

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                                    Reem Al-Shemari and the Abu Dhabi Brand: Generation Y Leadership in the UAE

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                                    The Emirate of Abu Dhabi has witnessed rapid development in recent decades. As its physical, economic and demographic landscapes evolve, the time has come to reflect on the challenges and opportunities ahead. This case illustrates the establishment and achievements of the Office of the Brand of Abu Dhabi (OBAD).
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                                      Fatima Al Jaber and Al Jaber Group: Traditions and Transitions in a United Arab Emirates Family Enterprise

                                      By  Manfred F. R. Kets de Vries,  Ebba Abdon,  Elisabet Engellau,  Elizabeth Florent-Treacy,  Laura Guillen,  Katty Marmenout
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                                      Very little has been written about women business leaders in the Middle East. Fatima Al Jaber is the Chief Operating Officer of a multibillion-dollar family owned company in Abu Dhabi. The case traces her personal history, highlights the challenges faced by family businesses in the region, and focuses on the distinctive strengths and leadership styles of Muslim businesswomen.

                                        Published 30 Sep 2009

                                        Reference 5609

                                        Topic Family Business

                                        Industry Construction

                                        Region Middle-East

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                                        Fatima Al Jaber and Al Jaber Group: Traditions and Transitions in a United Arab Emirates Family Enterprise

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                                        Very little has been written about women business leaders in the Middle East. Fatima Al Jaber is the Chief Operating Officer of a multibillion-dollar family owned company in Abu Dhabi. The case traces her personal history, highlights the challenges faced by family businesses in the region, and focuses on the distinctive strengths and leadership styles of Muslim businesswomen.
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                                          Best Western Italy (A): Creating an Authentizotic Organization by Putting People First

                                          By  Elizabeth Florent-Treacy,  Massimiliano Saccarelli,  Manfred F. R. Kets de Vries
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                                          The case follows the progress of a year-long multi-module 'Make a Difference' programme for all 70 employees of Best Western Italy, the European operations and reservations centre for Best Western International, a global hotel group.

                                            Published 28 Jan 2013

                                            Reference 5919

                                            Topic Leadership & Organisations

                                            Industry Leisure, Travel and Tourism

                                            Region Europe

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                                            Best Western Italy (A): Creating an Authentizotic Organization by Putting People First

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                                            The case follows the progress of a year-long multi-module 'Make a Difference' programme for all 70 employees of Best Western Italy, the European operations and reservations centre for Best Western International, a global hotel group.
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                                              The Chen Family: Succession through Philanthropy and Social Entrepreneurship

                                              By  Randel Carlock,  Elizabeth Florent-Treacy
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                                              Families across Asia have gradually become more professional in managing not only their businesses but their personal wealth and philanthropic interests, as evidenced by the growing number of family offices and family foundations.

                                                Published 30 Apr 2009

                                                Reference 5587

                                                Topic Family Business

                                                Industry Philanthropy

                                                Region Asia

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                                                The Chen Family: Succession through Philanthropy and Social Entrepreneurship

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                                                Families across Asia have gradually become more professional in managing not only their businesses but their personal wealth and philanthropic interests, as evidenced by the growing number of family offices and family foundations.
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                                                  Nash Engineering: 100 Years of Evolving Family Commitment (A)

                                                  By  Randel Carlock,  Elizabeth Florent-Treacy
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                                                  As a multi-generational family business with a 100-year history in industrial engineering, the Nash Engineering Company had turned many challenges into opportunities. But in the late 1990s, the market for their products collapsed. The family and executive managers were faced with several options. Should they try to continue as a stand-alone organization?

                                                    Published 12 Jan 2004

                                                    Reference 5223

                                                    Topic Family Business

                                                    Industry Industrial Automation

                                                    Region North America

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                                                    Nash Engineering: 100 Years of Evolving Family Commitment (A)

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                                                    As a multi-generational family business with a 100-year history in industrial engineering, the Nash Engineering Company had turned many challenges into opportunities. But in the late 1990s, the market for their products collapsed. The family and executive managers were faced with several options. Should they try to continue as a stand-alone organization?
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                                                      Love and Work: Finding One's Place in the Family Firm

                                                      By  Randel Carlock,  Elizabeth Florent-Treacy
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                                                      The critical issues facing young adults from family businesses involve balancing responsibility to family with their own career aspirations. The Love and Work case helps students recognize that there are many ways other than full time employment for participating in their family business.

                                                        Published 29 Oct 2002

                                                        Reference 5065

                                                        Topic Marketing

                                                        Industry Automotive,  Transportation/Trucking/Railroad

                                                        Region Europe

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                                                        Love and Work: Finding One's Place in the Family Firm

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                                                        The critical issues facing young adults from family businesses involve balancing responsibility to family with their own career aspirations. The Love and Work case helps students recognize that there are many ways other than full time employment for participating in their family business.
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                                                          FrogPubs (A)

                                                          By  Randel Carlock,  Elizabeth Florent-Treacy,  Laurence Amand-Jules
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                                                          It is now recognized that new venture start-ups can offer a career choice that is a little sexier, a little wilder, and in the long run equally lucrative, to the consulting or banking jobs that typically dominate post-MBA career paths.

                                                            Published 10 Jan 2001

                                                            Reference 4970

                                                            Topic Entrepreneurship

                                                            Industry Human Resources,  Media Production

                                                            Region Europe

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                                                            FrogPubs (A)

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                                                            It is now recognized that new venture start-ups can offer a career choice that is a little sexier, a little wilder, and in the long run equally lucrative, to the consulting or banking jobs that typically dominate post-MBA career paths.
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