At HAVEL & PARTNERS and ONE FAMILY OFFICE, we believe that continuous learning and development is key. We have long supported the publication of world-leading works on economics, management, and marketing – publications that serve as an inspiration for us. Our goal is to expand our circle of knowledge and share the insights of top experts in these fields with our clients and business partners. To that end, we carefully select successful foreign titles and bring them to the Czech market, so that not just us, but our entire community can benefit from these valuable resources.

Lessons from Private Equity Any Company Can Use

In this insightful book, Orit Gadies and Hugh MacArthur reveal how the winning principles and methods of successful private equity firms can benefit any entrepreneur or business. Drawing on their experience in managing Bain & Company, they distil the core strategies used by top private equity investors, centred on developing a clear 3–5-year strategic vision to unlock a company’s full potential. The authors demonstrate how implementing these proven private equity techniques can significantly boost a company’s competitiveness, drawing on the fact that private equity has become a cornerstone investment for the world's wealthiest families and top university endowments, outperforming even shares and real estate over the long term.

University of Berkshire Hathaway

This remarkable book offers unparalleled insight into the investment philosophies and values of legendary figures Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger. Rather than chasing short-term gains, they emphasise investing in the intrinsic value and long-term growth potential of companies. Key to their approach is a focus on human capital, a long-term mindset, and a commitment to moral integrity. Spanning just a few dozen pages, this text stands out as one of the premier resources for learning about investing and economics. It will help you gain vital perspective, teaching that true success comes not from short-term profits, but from vision, patience, and an abiding emphasis on ethics and values.

The Dilemmas of Family Wealth

A family business is more than just an economic investment for the founder – it is an integral part of their lives, a cherished family legacy that must be nurtured and preserved, especially if they hope to pass it on to the next generation. In her work, author Judy Martel examines the complex challenges or dilemmas involved in transferring family wealth and business ownership. She delves into the nuances of transitioning management to the next generation, emphasising the equally vital effort to maintain the family’s unity and integrity. Martel also explores the crucial task of preparing heirs to successfully take the reins of the family enterprise.

The Art of Entrepreneurship (Umenie podnikať): The Road to Success by 30 Top Slovak Businessmen and Women

What did the founders of successful Slovak brands have to go through to go from zero to multimillion-dollar turnovers? The book by Simona Kubán, Ivica Ďuricová, Miriama Polohová and their team draws from the experience of 30 exceptional Slovak entrepreneurs, offering 300 invaluable business insights, as well as the founders’ most impactful life and career lessons.