The relationship is investigated between outcome status and encountered problems in the business start-up process. Contrary to expectations, we find that starters do not differ from quitters in number and type of problems encountered, and that problems encountered generally do not affect outcome...

Intro -- CONTENTS -- PREFACE -- INTRODUCTION AND ORGANIZATION OF BOOK -- DUTCH AMERICAN INFLUENCE ON THE DEVELOPMENT AND GROWTH OF THE AMERICAN ECONOMY -- NEW NETHERLAND AND ITS DIRECTORS -- RENSSELAERSWYCK AND NEW NETHERLAND -- COLONIAL ERA -- CONSTRUCTION OF THE ERIE CANAL -- WATER AND RAIL...

This book analyses policy making processes at the micro-level and offers a unique insight into the fascinating world of policy entrepreneurs, elucidating their strategic modus operandi. The author identifies change strategies and explores the role of individuals in policy change processes....