Corporate Entrepreneurship: How to Create a Thriving Entrepreneurial Spirit Throughout Your Company

Summary

Corporate entrepreneurs can become so focused and committed to the corporate entrepreneurial activity that they neglect its context. Politics exist in every organization to some extent and need to be managed as effectively as possible. In managing internal politics, the corporate entrepreneur needs to inform and use key supporters, alliances, and networks inside and outside the parent organization. Any individuals and/or groups in opposition need to be managed.

Recognizing the importance of internal politics and the development of political tactics is an important aspect of corporate entrepreneurship. Influence of managers can inhibit even the most opportunistic corporate entrepreneurship—or alternatively it can ensure its progression ...