Aligning Values with Business Goals

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Which of the following is a common value that influences business decisions?

  • Laziness
  • Independence (correct)
  • Irresponsibility
  • Dishonesty

What does starting a business from scratch allow for?

  • Guaranteed success
  • Immediate profits
  • Full creative control (correct)
  • Minimal risk

What is a key benefit of family businesses?

  • Guaranteed financial success
  • Automatic business growth
  • Strong trust and teamwork among family members (correct)
  • Limited responsibilities

What can working with family in a business sometimes lead to?

<p>Conflicts that may affect business operations (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the biggest advantages of franchising?

<p>Franchisee benefits from brand recognition (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When deciding between starting a business from scratch and buying an existing one, what is a primary consideration regarding risk?

<p>Buying an existing business is generally less risky because it has established operations and clientele. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How might a franchisee's operational flexibility be affected by the franchisor?

<p>Franchisors often impose strict rules that limit how the franchisee operates the business. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When evaluating a business opportunity, what is the significance of 'goodwill'?

<p>Goodwill is customer loyalty and reflects the likelihood of repeat business and positive referrals, contributing to long-term success. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration when starting a business from scratch?

<p>Full control over decisions but significant time, effort, and financial risk. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor most influences the importance of personal values in business decisions?

<p>Values shape decision-making, priorities, and motivation and are a key factor for aligning personal goals with business objectives. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When evaluating a potential franchise opportunity, which factor would most significantly indicate a potentially unfavorable arrangement for the franchisee?

<p>The franchisor mandates strict adherence to operational protocols with minimal allowance for local market adaptation. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what scenario would purchasing an existing business present a greater risk than starting a business from scratch?

<p>The business possesses significant undisclosed legal liabilities that surpass its asset value. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An entrepreneur is torn between starting a business from scratch versus buying an existing business. What would be the MOST important factor in making their decision?

<p>The level of importance placed on having absolute creative control and establishing a unique company culture. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How might conflicting priorities affect the success of a family business?

<p>They can create tension and disagreements, harming business operations. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An entrepreneur strongly values social responsibility and community engagement. How might this influence their choice between starting a business from scratch versus buying an existing one?

<p>It would likely lead them to prefer starting a business from scratch, enabling them to build a company with these values embedded from the outset. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Starting a business from scratch, while offering full creative control, typically involves fewer risks and less planning compared to buying an existing business.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In franchising, the franchisor receives benefits such as brand recognition and customer loyalty, while the franchisee provides ongoing support and royalty payments.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When evaluating a business opportunity, potential buyers should prioritize personal reasons for selling over a comprehensive analysis of the business's financial history and potential legal liabilities.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Values primarily affect personal life; they have little to no influence on decision-making, priorities, and motivation within a business context.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When considering a family business, focusing solely on potential financial gains without evaluating the ability to maintain positive family relationships or address potential conflicts is a sound approach for long-term success.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Values

Guiding principles that influence decision-making, priorities, and motivation.

Franchising

The rights granted to an entrepreneur to operate under an established company's brand and business model.

Franchisor

The person or company that grants a franchise to another party.

Franchisee

The person or company that is granted a franchise.

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Goodwill

Reputation and customer loyalty, boosting business value.

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Business Broker

An individual who brings together buyers and sellers of businesses, assisting in the transaction process.

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Evaluating a Business Opportunity

The process of carefully examining a business to determine if buying it is a good fit.

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Family Business

A business owned and run by family members, often fostering trust and teamwork.

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Starting a Business

Starting a business from scratch allows full creative control but involves risks and careful planning.

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Buying a Business

Buying an existing business,though needing investment, carries established customers, employees and reputation.

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Goodwill (in business)

Existing name and customer loyalty a business has built up.

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Advantages of Family Business

Continuity, tradition, support and mentorship.

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Franchisee Benefits

Brand recognition, customer loyalty, and franchisor support.

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Values-Based Business Choices

Aligning business with personal values and long term ambitions.

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Study Notes

Key Terms

  • Values
  • Goodwill
  • Franchise
  • Franchisee
  • Franchisor
  • Business Broker

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