creating, owning, and operating a business
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14. Creating, Owning, and Operating a Business. 14.1 Entrepreneurship and Business Ownership 14.2 Managing Human Resources 14.3 Safety and Security. Winning Strategies. Reeling in a Professional Career. Aaron Lee Jakub is a professional angler. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
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Creating, Owning, and Operating a Business 14.1 Entrepreneurship and Business 14.1 Entrepreneurship and Business
Ownership Ownership
14.2 Managing Human Resources 14.2 Managing Human Resources
14.3 Safety and Security14.3 Safety and Security
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Winning Strategies
Aaron Lee Jakub is a professional angler. More people fish than play tennis and golf
combined. The number of fishing competitions is
growing rapidly. Aaron is trying to find sponsors that will
support both his passion for fishing and his love of working with children.
Reeling in a Professional Career
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Lesson 14.1
Entrepreneurship and Business Ownership Goals Define entrepreneur and describe
characteristics of successful entrepreneurs.
List and describe the key elements of a business plan.
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Terms entrepreneurs business plan sole proprietorship partnership corporation
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THE IMPORTANCE OF ENTREPRENEURS
entrepreneurs individuals who take the risk of starting,
owning, and operating a business
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Impact of Entrepreneurs
In the U.S., there are more than 5.8 million small businesses that contribute billions of dollars to the economy annually.
Nike was begun as a small business.
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What It Takes to Be an Entrepreneur Business goals must be set.
financial nonfinancial
Strong money management skills are necessary.
Cash reserves sufficient to carry the entrepreneur through the first lean years are necessary.
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written oral interpersonal
“You only get one chance to make a positive first impression.”
“Thank you!”
Entrepreneurs need effective communication skills.
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List five characteristics and skills required to be a successful entrepreneur.
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THE BUSINESS PLAN
business plan a formal, written document that provides
the details for a proposed new business
stakeholders investors lenders suppliers
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Key Elements of the Business Plan executive summary
a brief description of the business idea
business description history and background of the business
idea short- and long-term goals products and services that will be offered
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market research strategies
marketing pricing advertising promotions
business structure ownership structure
marketing plan
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owned and operated by one person
partnership two or more individuals sign an agreement
to own and operate a business together
corporation business ownership represented by shares
of stock
sole proprietorship
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owners of a corporation operations management
the roles of key managers and staff members
financial forecast current and projected financial statements
schedule deadlines for specific milestones
stockholders
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List seven key elements of a good business plan.
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Lesson 14.2
Managing Human Resources
Goals Explain the need for human resources. List and discuss the four functions of
human resource departments.
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Terms human resources job analysis probationary period salary fringe benefits cafeteria plan
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THE IMPORTANCE OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT human resources
the employees who work for an organization
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Attracting and Keeping the Best The human resource department needs
to match the right person to the right job. The human resource department
identifies personnel needs attracts and maintains an adequate supply
of employees matches abilities and interests with specific
jobs
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develops compensation plans protects employee well being maintains a satisfying work environment
provides training and development
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Why is the human resource department so important for an organization?
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FOUR FUNCTIONS OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEPARTMENTS
Planning and Staffing The planning process involves
examining the company’s current and future personnel needs.
job analysis the study of a specific job to identify the
duties and skill requirements of the job
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individuals with a long-term commitment to continue working for the business as long as the business remains profitable
part-time workers employees in permanent on-going jobs
who work less than 30 hours per week
permanent employees
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workers hired for a short time to complete a specific task
outsourcing or subcontracting specific tasks are completed by individuals
who are not employees of the company
temporary employees
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a document that “sells” a job candidate’s qualifications
application letter accompanies a resume must capture attention of employer
resume
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Performance Management
probationary period a test period of a few months to determine
if the new employee will fulfill the needs of the organization
Performance evaluations determine whether the employee is meeting the job requirements.
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Compensation and Benefits
salary annual job compensation
regardless of number of hours worked
incentive pay compensation based upon the quantity
and quality of completed work
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extra incentives beyond salary and wages that employers are not required by law to provide
cafeteria plan employees pick and choose from various
benefit options to best meet their needs
On average, fringe benefits comprise 20% - 40% of employees’ salaries.
fringe benefits
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Employee Relations
The human resource department: provides workplace orientation helps with dispute resolution protects employees’ rights and well being
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Explain the importance of job analysis.
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Lesson 14.3
Safety and Security
Goals Describe risks and safety strategies at
concert events. Describe increased security measures
at sporting events.
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Terms crowd surfing stage diving moshing
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SAFETY RISKS AT CONCERTS
Large crowds can present safety problems. Accidents at public events can result in
serious injury.
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Risks at Concerts
Overcrowded events can result in: trampled fans compression asphyxia
an intolerable pressure that prevents individuals from breathing properly
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when a person is lifted above a densely packed crowd and is passed from person to person above audience members’ heads
injury can result clothing, including studs, can scratch and bruise
fans when a surfer falls
other audience members fall too people can get trampled by the crowd
crowd surfing
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when a performer or fan dives from the stage into the crowd
moshing a frenzied form of dance in which people in
a circle rotate while simultaneously slamming into each other
stage diving
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when fans jump up and down in the mosh pit
75% of surveyed concert attendees revealed: they feared for their safety during an event they received injuries during an event
mosh-bobbing
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Managing the Risks
assigned seating safety and emergency training for
venue personnel bans on:
crowd surfing stage diving
third-time-out rule
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Fan Precautions
Concert attendees need to proactively plan for their own safety. Arrive early to familiarize yourself with the
venue’s layout, emergency exits, and first-aid locations.
Plan with friends where to meet if you become separated.
Avoid the front of the stage.
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Avoid crowd surfing, stage diving, and moshing.
Leave early to avoid the rush.
For outdoor events, be aware of weather forecasts and observe changing conditions.
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Why are concerts and sporting events at risk for accidents?
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INCREASED SECURITY AT SPORTING EVENTS Terrorism, 9/11, and unpredictable
human behavior are all reasons for increased security at sporting events.
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Security Plans at Ball Parks and Stadiums Large-scale gatherings have
contingency plans in place for natural disasters terrorist attacks
Stadium personnel rehearse safety procedures. how to remain calm during a disaster
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restricting items that are allowed into the venue
limiting curbside access to handicapped individuals
close-circuit security televisions wireless network security to patrol large
areas surrounding an event
Additional proactive measures at major sporting events include
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Replacing Police with Wireless Video Cameras New York City spent $9 million to install
500 security cameras throughout the city.
Chicago spent about $5 million on a 2,000-camera system.
$9.8 million is budgeted to install surveillance cameras and sensors on a rail line in Washington, D.C.
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Why should sporting event planners be concerned with security?
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PERFORMANCE INDICATORS EVALUATED Understand the latest safety trends at
amusement parks. Describe the responsibility or liability for
consumer safety at an amusement park.
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Explain how safety at amusement parks is a publicity issue.
Describe the conflict between maximizing profit and incorporating all safety measures.
Explain the importance of “caveat emptor” at an amusement park.
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THINK CRITICALLY
1. Why must amusement parks rank safety as a top priority?
2. Should an amusement park be held liable for injuries suffered by guests who carelessly do not follow rules? Explain your answer.
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4. How does the topic “Safety at Amusement Parks” involve ethics issues?
3. Why are some attorneys interested in personal injuries and deaths suffered at amusement parks?