Description
RESPONSIBLE SMES AND FEMALE LEADERSHIP. THEY WILL INHERIT THE EARTH OR THERE WILL BE N
Book Summary
This practical handbook offers small and medium-sized enterprises an accessible guide to integrating sustainability and social responsibility as drivers of profitability and competitiveness. The work combines theoretical foundations with tools and real-world examples, demonstrating that responsible management goes beyond regulatory compliance to become a comprehensive strategy that balances economic, social, and environmental impacts. Furthermore, it highlights the transformative role of empathetic leadership and emotional intelligence in building responsible and sustainable business cultures.
What is it about?
The book addresses the implementation of sustainable strategies in SMEs from a practical and accessible perspective. It explains how social responsibility can be a driver of change, showing the competitive benefits of adopting global models such as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and certifications like B Corp. The work also delves into female leadership and emotional intelligence as key elements for building responsible business cultures. Through inspiring examples and specific strategies, it guides SME leaders and freelancers so that their companies, as a pillar of the economy, can lead positive, profitable, and sustainable change in their communities and markets.
Main Topics
- Sustainability and corporate social responsibility in small and medium-sized enterprises
- Practical strategies for integrating the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into business management
- Female leadership, empathy, and emotional intelligence as tools for organizational transformation
- Certifications and responsible management models, including B Corp
- Balance between economic profitability, social impact, and environmental commitment
Who is it recommended for?
It is aimed at owners, executives, and managers of small and medium-sized enterprises, as well as self-employed professionals seeking to implement social responsibility and sustainability strategies. It is also of interest to entrepreneurs who wish to build businesses with a clear purpose, and to students or business professionals interested in female leadership and responsible management.
What this book offers
- A practical and accessible guide to transforming sustainability into a real competitive advantage for SMEs
- Concrete tools and inspiring examples to integrate the SDGs and social responsibility certifications
- An innovative approach to female leadership and emotional intelligence as levers for organizational change
- Strategies for balancing economic profitability with social and environmental impact
- A clear vision of how small businesses can lead positive change in their communities and markets
Technical Data
- Author: Pelayo Arcos, Lola
- Publisher: Editorial de la Universidad de Huelva
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: Feminism and feminist theory, Small business and self-employed workers
- Collection: Compendium
- Binding: Paperback
- Edition date: February 2025
- Number of pages: 166
- Weight: 624 g
Editorial Review
This handbook stands out for its practical and accessible approach, specifically aimed at SMEs, a business segment often overlooked in literature on sustainability. The combination of concrete tools, real-world examples, and the incorporation of female leadership as a differentiating element makes it a relevant read for those seeking to align business management with social and environmental values without sacrificing profitability. It is a useful work for any professional interested in the responsible transformation of their business.