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The Human Resource Factor in Small Business Decision Making

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  • Joseph R. Rocha Jr.
  • M. Riaz Khan

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Activities of a group of small firms were studied over a six-year period to determine the manner In which their performance reflected the results of a counseling program. The effects of counseling In a number of functional areas were explored. Findings of the Investigation suggest that while adequate attention to marketing, financial, and technological matters Is essential, firms that Ignore the requirements of sound human resource management may fall to remain competitive.

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  • Joseph R. Rocha Jr. & M. Riaz Khan, 1985. "The Human Resource Factor in Small Business Decision Making," Entrepreneurship Theory and Practice, , vol. 10(2), pages 53-62, October.
    • Handle: RePEc:sae:entthe:v:10:y:1985:i:2:p:53-62
    DOI: 10.1177/104225878501000206
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    1. M. Riaz Khan & Joseph R. Rocha Jr., 1982. "Recurring Managerial Problems in Small Business," Entrepreneurship Theory and Practice, , vol. 7(1), pages 50-58, July.
    2. Joseph R. Rocha Jr. & M. Riaz Khan, 1984. "Impact of Counseling on Small Business Performance," Entrepreneurship Theory and Practice, , vol. 9(1), pages 34-43, July.
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