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Andrew Savitz recalls a conversation he had with a purchasing manager at a large telecommunications company. The man was adamant that social responsibility had nothing to do with his job, which was to buy products at the lowest price.
“Would you buy [...]
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In this paean to “one of the truly exceptional American success stories,” Michelli convinces the reader that Starbucks is a great company, but he stumbles when trying to extract “precepts that can enhance your business and your personal life.” He explores the various [...]
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“…Savitz makes a lively and cogent case that no company or manager can afford any longer to ignore the world around them…a thoughtful guide for managers who still harbour doubts about the point of sustainability…” (Financial Times, July 5, 2006) “…excellent new book… a compelling [...]
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“A complete reference guide…offers an invaluable combination of lessons learned and best practice for the future…provides first-hand insights” (Forum CSR International, October 2008)
“This is a timely and innovative contribution to the field of Corporate Social Responsibility” (Retail & Leisure International, February [...]
Editorial Reviews
Review
“…Savitz makes a lively and cogent case that no company or manager can afford any longer to ignore the world around them…a thoughtful guide for managers who still harbour doubts about the point of sustainability…” (Financial Times, July 5, 2006) “…excellent new book… a compelling [...]
Editorial Reviews
Review
“A complete reference guide…offers an invaluable combination of lessons learned and best practice for the future…provides first-hand insights” (Forum CSR International, October 2008)
“This is a timely and innovative contribution to the field of Corporate Social Responsibility” (Retail & Leisure International, February [...]
From Publishers Weekly
In this paean to “one of the truly exceptional American success stories,” Michelli convinces the reader that Starbucks is a great company, but he stumbles when trying to extract “precepts that can enhance your business and your personal life.” He explores the various levels on [...]
Review
“…Savitz makes a lively and cogent case that no company or manager can afford any longer to ignore the world around them…a thoughtful guide for managers who still harbour doubts about the point of sustainability…” (Financial Times, July 5, 2006) “…excellent new book… a compelling case for [...]
Should business strive to be socially responsible, and if so, how? The Debate over Corporate Social Responsibility updates and broadens the discussion of these questions by bringing together in one volume a variety of practical and theoretical perspectives on corporate social responsibility. It is perhaps the single most comprehensive volume available on [...]
Many companies recognize the importance of corporate social responsibility, but seek to understand how this can be harmonized with current profitability. This new approach, drawing upon many contemporary examples, demonstrates the importance of balancing short term profitability with long term sustainability and shows how this relates to many business issues and aspects [...]
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