Beyond Entrepreneurship Author:James Collins, Wm. Lazier An inspiring leader, a compelling vision, a superior strategy, continual innovation and consistently outstanding execution -- these are the supporting pillars of enterprises that remain strong and profitable decade after decade. BEYOND ENTREPRENEURSHIP explores each of these vital elements in depth and illustrates key points using firms like ... more »NIKE, L.L. Bean, Wal-Mart, Federal Express and SONY. It provides the blueprint for turning your business into a great company and an enduring one. Jim Collins, management consultant, and Bill Lazier, CPA, founder and general partner of Bristol Investment Company, are both faculty members at the Stanford Graduate School of Business and longtime advocates of the doctrines espoused in this book.« less