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Controlling
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Controlling

This clip talks about the final management function, known as controlling. This is the measurement/feedback process that enables managers to determine if the goals established during the planning process are being achieved.

Federal Trade Commission, The
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Federal Trade Commission, The

This clip looks at the role of the Federal Trade Commission in monitoring and regulating pricing, as well as labeling, marketing, and advertising. The clip notes that the FTC is also involved in regulating warranties.

Finding the Right Supplier
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Finding the Right Supplier

This clip talks about the importance of an efficient purchasing and inventory control system. It also explores the relationship between entrepreneurs and suppliers, noting that there are several ways a supplier can help a new business owner, includi...

Social Responsibility Case Study: "The Little Red Schoolhouse"
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Social Responsibility Case Study: "The Little Red Schoolhouse"

This clip profiles "The Little Red Schoolhouse" and the efforts of its owner to improve conditions in the school's community.

Important Financial Documents
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Important Financial Documents

This clip looks at the fundamental financial documents every company needs, including the balance sheet, income statement and statement of cash flow.

Planning
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Planning

This clip explores the management function known as planning. The clip explains that it is important to establish clear goals and forecast trends and events in order to make good decisions. Nonetheless, the clip notes, planning is often neglected in...

Managing or Being Managed?
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Managing or Being Managed?

Former Secretary of Labor and university professor Robert Reich talks about the tendency of competent people in Cabinet departments to over-manage the time of the individual who heads the department. "You have got to assert yourself...you are in cha...

Who Utilizes Financial Information?
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Who Utilizes Financial Information?

This clip notes that, while the business owner obviously has a vested interest in keeping track of the company's finances, there are other parties who may also need to know about the firm's financial condition. Examples include banks, vendors, suppl...

Capital Budgeting
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Capital Budgeting

This clip focuses on capital budgeting, which is the process by which the long-term investment of available capital funds is planned.

Risk and Insurance
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Risk and Insurance

This clip explores the different types of insurance available to help protect against risks and liability.