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Business Books
Recession : what it is and how it works
Through engaging, easily understood language, readers will learn about the specifics of an economic recession, including the difference between a recession and a depression, what can be done about a recession, how it affects everyday life, and how it will impact their future. This text supports financial literacy and informs teens how to be fiscally responsible in life
Code de la santé publique, Livre I : Partie réglementaire -Cinquième partie : Produits de santé. Produits pharmaceutiques (droit français
Découvrez le Code de la santé publique, Partie réglementaire, Cinquième partie : Produits de santé, Livre Ier : Produits pharmaceutiques, un ouvrage incontournable pour les professionnels du droit. Ce recueil exhaustif vous plonge au cœur des dispositions réglementaires et des textes officiels qui régissent le secteur des produits pharmaceutiques. Conçu pour répondre aux besoins des juristes, avocats et experts en santé, cet ouvrage offre une présentation claire et structurée des normes en vigueur, facilitant ainsi la compréhension et l'application des règles. Grâce à une mise à jour rigoureuse et à une sélection minutieuse des textes, vous disposerez d'un outil précieux pour naviguer dans un domaine en constante évolution. Que vous soyez en quête d'informations précises ou d'une référence fiable pour vos travaux, cet ouvrage se positionne comme un allié essentiel dans votre pratique professionnelle. Ne laissez pas le flou juridique entraver votre expertise, équipez-vous de ce guide indispensable et restez à la pointe des enjeux réglementaires liés aux produits pharmaceutiques
Summary of Scott Kupor's Secrets of Sand Hill Road
Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Book Preview: #1 The tech and investment world was different in the 1990s. It was a great time to be starting out in the tech industry, as there seemed to be no end to the promise of technology and the amount of wealth creation available to everyone involved. #2 I was completely oblivious to the tech boom around me, as I had spent my time after graduating from Stanford University and Stanford Law School in Houston, Texas, clerking for the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in Silicon Valley. #3 I had finally opened my eyes to what was happening around me, and I wanted to be a part of it. I had just been hired by LoudCloud, a startup that sought to turn computing power into a utility. As an engineer, you should be able to develop your custom application and then just plug it in to the compute utility. #4 I interviewed with several members of the team, including cofounder Ben Horowitz. He was dressed in Oakland Raiders gear, which was completely in character. I now know that his attire was completely in character
Trade Mindfully : Achieve Your Optimum Trading Performance with Mindfulness and Cutting-Edge Psychology
Overcome psychological obstacles to increase trading success Successful traders need to be well-versed and skilled in a wide range of business and economic areas. But now, in addition to effective trading strategies and sound money management techniques, traders need to possess the know-how to handle the mental and emotional challenges of working in a highly volatile environment. Trade Mindfully is a unique resource that applies cutting-edge psychological techniques to trading skills, allowing readers to improve their mental outlooks and maximize the potential of their trading strategies. This book draws upon recent psychological research in behaviorism to teach new approaches that call for better focus, more confidence, and more positive perspectives and outcomes. One of the key concepts covered in the book is mindfulness, a state of mind traditionally touted in the East for its ability to reduce stress and increase perspective, useful qualities for traders looking to rise above emotional obstacles and the poor results they cause. The author also discusses the importance of High Value Trading Actions (HVAs), specific actions that are under a trader's control. With this guide, trading professionals will be able to form solid strategies based on a combination of these notions and practices, leading to higher levels of trading performance. - Applies sound psychological practice and evidence-based research to the trading profession - Covers the psychological perspectives and mental skills needed to succeed in today's trading world - Focuses on key concepts that lead to deliberate practice, specific trading activities, and increased awareness and focus - Designed to help traders deal with the emotional challenges that come with uncertainty and risk Trade Mindfully touches on the most essential concepts for anyone intrigued by what trading psychology has to offer, and delivers the best strategies for achieving the right mental skills for peak performance
Marketing and Public Relations Made Simple
The illustrations in this book are created by Team Educohack. "Marketing and Public Relations Made Simple" demonstrates how essential marketing and PR strategies are to the success of any business. In today's world, effective marketing techniques and excellent PR are vital to business growth. These two elements are intertwined, and mastering one requires an understanding of the other. We explore the strategies, techniques, research studies, and examples that illustrate how a powerful combination of marketing and PR can drive exponential growth for companies. Our concise yet comprehensive writing style helps readers grasp key business strategies. With numerous real-life examples, this book provides valuable insights into the marketing and PR practices of the world's most successful companies. Our goal is to help readers develop a practical understanding of the most effective marketing and PR theories and ideas, enabling them to achieve significant success. This book offers detailed advice and crucial skills for both working professionals and beginners, covering everything from the basics of public relations and marketing to advanced applications in various scenarios. We also address the challenges faced by the developing world and provide solutions to tackle these issues, keeping practitioners on the cutting edge with expert advice for aspiring careers
Lead Yourself to Success : Ordinary People Achieving Extraordinary Results Through Self-leadership
Let your lifelong adventure begin today "Lead Yourself to Success" is your personal guidebook to greatness. Alan Chambers has led many expeditions to the North and South poles, but you don't have to lead a national team or a multinational corporation to be successful, as long as you can lead yourself. The desire to learn is human nature, and lessons from those who have been where you want to go are extraordinary opportunities. You gain the insight and guidance you need to get there and learn how to lead your own expedition down the path to success. Like any adventure, good preparation is key. You don't take off for the North pole on a whim, and you don't just leap into leadership without understanding the responsibilities it entails. This book shows you how to develop the leadership mindset to get wherever you want to go in life, trust your own judgement and come out on top of the world. - Uncover your inner leadership potential - Learn how others succeed - Find the adventure in everyday life - Lead yourself on an expedition to greatness Alan helps thousands of people every year unlock the door to higher performance. Every single one of those people was a leader waiting to happen, even if they didn't know it - but once they truly realised where their potential could take them, they became unstoppable. Let yourself become unstoppable with Lead Yourself to Success
Zero-Sum Game : The Rise of the World's Largest Derivatives Exchange
In 2007, a stranger-than-fiction multibillion-dollar bidding war for the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) erupted between the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) and Atlanta's Intercontinental Exchange (ICE). "Zero-Sum Game: The Rise of the World's Largest Derivatives Exchange" takes readers behind the scenes of this battle to tell the gripping-and often comical-story of how the historic merger between CME and CBOT almost didn't happen. Author Erika S. Olson, a managing director at CBOT during the bidding war, delivers a blow-by-blow account of the fight for the world's oldest futures exchange, taking you inside CBOT's landmark Chicago Loop headquarters, onto the high-octane trading floor, and into executives' offices. Through the lens of the CME/CBOT deal, Zero-Sum Game: - Introduces the colorful and outspoken personalities who call the shots in this close-knit and frequently misunderstood industry - Details the reasons behind the recent, spectacular growth of a market that's existed for over 160 years - Explains how derivatives affect the lives of average consumers worldwide by influencing everything from interest rates on credit cards to the cost of a cheeseburger to the price of a gallon of gas - Reveals the inner workings of futures exchanges and differentiates the various types of derivatives that are routinely lumped together and vilified by the media
Cell Block to CEO the Rise of a Fallen King
In the gritty heart of 1970s East St. Louis, Reggie Smith grew up in a middle-class cocoon woven by his determined mother and entrepreneurial grandmother. But the siren call of the streets pulled him into a dangerous double life-plunging from suburban freedom into the brutal world of Chicago's Vice Lords gang. As a 5-Star Elite, Reggie navigated violence, prison, and addiction, only to emerge transformed, channeling his street smarts into a legacy of hope. This unflinching gang redemption memoir traces Reggie's harrowing journey: from gang life and incarceration to sobriety, education in alcohol and drug counseling, and building thriving businesses like Pure Heat Gourmet Sauce, Pure Living Recovery Center, and Hell on Wheels Mobile Hibachi. Through grief, grit, and unbreakable faith, Reggie defies statistics, turning pain into purpose and uplifting his community with transitional housing and youth programs. Perfect for fans of "Monster" by Sanyika Shakur and "Blue Rage, Black Redemption" by Stanley Tookie Williams, this inspirational urban biography reveals how one man overcame gang violence, prison, and loss to forge a path from the streets to success. Discover the power of second chances-grab your copy and be inspired to rewrite your own story
Macroshift : Navigating the Transformation to a Sustainable World
We live in the midst of one of the greatest technological revolutions in history, an era of deep-seated transformation-a macroshift in civilization, says preeminent scholar and futurist Ervin Laszlo. Its signs and manifestations are all around us, from the deadly HIV/AIDS epidemic sweeping Africa and the dangerous fire-trap sweatshops routinely killing workers in Bangladesh, to the environmental havoc created by genetic engineering, power plant pollution and mechanized agriculture. The application of new technologies has turned into a double-edged sword. The world is growing together in some respects, but is coming apart in others. Worldwide economic globalization, another sign of the macroshift, all too often benefits the few rather than the many. Hundreds of millions live at a higher material standard of living, but thousands of millions are pressed into abject poverty. The richest 20% earn ninety times the income of the poorest 20%, consume eleven times as much energy, and eat eleven times as much meat. There have been other macroshifts in human history, but they spanned centuries, allowing cultural values, beliefs, and change to occur gradually. Today, technology has reduced our time to adapt; the entire critical period of change is compressed into the lifetime of a generation. Today's macroshift, explains Laszlo, harbors great promise, as well as grave danger. He outlines two possible scenarios: "The Breakdown," where we choose to drift without a change in our current direction toward chaos, anarchy, and destruction, or "The Breakthrough," where we collectively transform our thinking and behavior to produce creative, sustainable solutions to dangerous global problems. And he shows what each of us can do-politically, professionally, and privately-to bring about the Breakthrough and shape a humane and sustainable global future. While technology is what drives the unprecedented speed of this macroshift, it is our vision, values, and actions now that will ultimately determine the outcome. The choice is up to us-the power is in our hands
The complete do-it-yourself guide to business plans : It's about the process, not the product
Get the Results you want - from Start-up to Exit. All the tools, tips and tactics you need for a Business Plan that gets results. Learn from the Real-Life Stories, sample Business Plans, Business Pitches and Offers for Sale. Learn how to present your business for financing or for sale. Learn what to say and what not to say in your Business Plan. How to evaluate whether you have what it takes before you start. How to test feasibility and calculate Break-even. And how to Avoid the Seven Biggest Mistakes that Entrepreneurs Make. Valuable insights from Uncle Ralph's thirty years of experience as an entrepreneur, consultant and advisor to entrepreneurs
Summary of Shane Snow's Dream Teams
Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Book Preview: #1 The Chicago detectives were in Baltimore, investigating a train robbery, when they learned about the plot to kill their hometown congressman. They had been chasing down Felton's railroad conspiracy at various Baltimore PD haunts for a month when they overheard a rumor that sent them racing back to base. #2 The conspirators were planning on assassinating a high-profile Republican congressman who was going to be visiting Baltimore. They wanted to send a message to the government: they had failed Baltimore. #3 The plan was to have Hutchinson assassinated in Philadelphia, but he excused himself to his hotel room to change clothes. His bodyguard and detective, Warne, stayed awake all night as the train clattered past Fort Meade, Glendale, and Landover Hills. The congressman snoozed as his car crossed the Anacostia River and pulled into the station. #4 The foiling of the Baltimore Plot to assassinate Lincoln is an excellent case study for us to begin with. It was a collaboration between two groups, one that was outnumbered, outgunned, and out of time, and the other that was large, connected, and coordinated
Warrior principles : harnessing the power of resilience
leading authentically and effectively while managing the bottom line. We have forgotten how to face life with hope and perseverance. Luckily, most of us are resilient in nature: all of us can develop mental and emotional strength. Like modern warriors, we can build the habits and mindset necessary to manage life's most difficult challenges. Through this book you will: - Learn the seven principles that guide you to resilience - Develop habits for mental and emotional strength - Manage your outlook for successful living - Challenge the fears that hold you back This book is a doorway into what is possible when we commit to resilient living. It utilizes more than 20 years of research with leaders, individuals, and victims of crime and violence who were challenged by significant adversity. Based on the successful emotional healing practices of thousands, Warrior Principles confirms seven foundational characteristics of resilience: courage, self-awareness, optimism, gratitude, flexibility, community, and confidence. Readers will take a journey into their own habits, beliefs, and behaviors to develop a plan for resilience. Enjoy a journey to developing your inner warrior
Elephant in the Room : How Relationships Make or Break the Success of Leaders and Organizations
A systematic look at how relationships determine the success of leaders and their enterprises, along with tools to help strengthen and change them Since time immemorial, relationships have determined the fate of leaders. But today they are more critical to success than ever. No longer can leaders count on long time horizons or sloppy competition to make up for the inefficiencies that poor relationships create. Leaders must make decisions and take actions quickly and well with others, even those with whom they share very little, perhaps not even a time zone. This new world puts relationships at the center of what leaders must understand and master to succeed. - Uses in-depth observational studies and clinical research to explore how relationships at the top of organizations work, develop, and change - Shows how to understand, strengthen, and transform these relationships, so they can withstand the most intense pressures and conflicts
The European Economic Community: From the Common Market to the European Union
The European Economic Community (EEC), established in 1957 by the Treaty of Rome, was a landmark initiative aimed at fostering economic cooperation and political unity in post-war Europe. Its creation marked the beginning of a profound transformation for Europe, enabling member states to transcend nationalism and build a foundation for sustained peace and prosperity. This book explores the historical development, economic policies, and political significance of the EEC, tracing its evolution into the European Union (EU) and its lasting impact on Europe and the world.Initially founded by six Western European nationsFrance, West Germany, Italy, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourgthe EEC was designed to create a customs union, a common market, and a unified agricultural policy. Over the decades, the EEC expanded its membership and deepened its economic integration, culminating in the creation of the Single Market and the introduction of the euro. By eliminating trade barriers and promoting the free movement of goods, services, people, and capital, the EEC laid the groundwork for Europe's economic prosperity and global influence.The book also examines the institutional framework of the EEC, including the roles of the European Commission, the Council of Ministers, the European Court of Justice, and the European Parliament. It highlights the EEC's significant achievements, such as the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), the European Monetary System, and the development of regional and social cohesion policies aimed at reducing economic disparities.Furthermore, this work delves into the EEC's role in shaping global trade through its participation in the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) and its complex relationships with major global actors such as the United States, Japan, and developing countries. The EEC's influence in promoting trade liberalization and setting global standards is also explored, alongside its efforts to support development in former colonies and regions.As the EEC evolved into the European Union in 1993, its legacy as a force for peace, economic integration, and political cooperation continued to shape Europe's future. This book reflects on the EEC's enduring impact, highlighting its role in fostering a unified Europe that remains a key player in global politics, economics, and diplomacy. By examining the EEC's contributions to Europe's recovery and development, the book provides a comprehensive understanding of how the EEC shaped modern Europe and its position in the world today
Super-entscheider : Effektive Entscheidungsfindung in Dynamischen und Unsicheren Zeiten
Verbessern Sie die Entscheidungen, die Sie tagtäglich treffen, mithilfe neuester neurowissenschaftlicher Erkenntnisse drastisch! Täglich treffen wir Hunderte von Entscheidungen, von kleinen - wie die Frage, was wir heute anziehen und wie wir zur Arbeit fahren - bis hin zu großen - wie die Unternehmensstrategie und die Frage, ob ein Umstrukturierungsprogramm eingeleitet werden soll, das sich auf Tausende von Menschen auswirken kann. Studien zufolge verbringen Führungskräfte 40 Prozent ihrer Zeit damit, Entscheidungen zu treffen und die Wirksamkeit ihrer Entscheidungen bestimmt weitgehend die Ergebnisse der von ihnen geführten Unternehmen. In diesem Buch liefert ein Team renommierter Forscher und Unternehmensberater eine Anwendung der neuesten neurowissenschaftlichen Erkenntnisse, um die schwierigsten Entscheidungen effektiv zu treffen - nämlich diejenigen, die wir in dynamischen Umgebungen treffen, in Situationen der Ungewissheit, wenn wir Ergebnisse vorhersagen müssen, uns aber relevante Informationen fehlen, die Zeit knapp ist und sich die Umgebung ständig verändert. Das Buch ist in drei Teile gegliedert. Im ersten Teil bietet es einen praktischen Rahmen für effektive Entscheidungen unter Unsicherheit. Im zweiten Teil des Buches werden Ansätze zur effektiven Umsetzung dieser Entscheidungen erörtert, so dass der Wandel auf allen Ebenen, vom Einzelnen bis zur Organisation, bewältigt werden kann. Schließlich enthält das Buch Vorschläge, wie Führungskräfte die für die Entscheidungsfindung relevanten kognitiven Fähigkeiten bei sich selbst und bei ihren Mitarbeitern analysieren und verbessern können
Real leadership: the 101 collection : what every leader needs to know
Drawing from John Maxwell's bestsellers Developing the Leader Within You, The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership, The 21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader, and Becoming a Person of Influence, Leadership 101 explores the timeless principles that have become Dr. Maxwell's trademark style. In a concise, straightforward style, Maxwell focuses on essential and time-tested qualities necessary for true leadership - influence, integrity, attitude, vision, problem-solving, and self-discipline - and guides readers through practical steps to develop true leadership in their lives and the lives of others
The cider shop rules
The Fall Festival is in full swing. Civil War reenactors from three counties are partaking in Blossom Valley's tribute to John Brown. Blue Ridge Mountain foliage is in full bloom. And best of all is Jacob Potter's pumpkin farm where his hay rides, piglet races, pumpkin picking and corn maze are time-honoured draws for locals and tourists alike. That's why it's such a shock when Mr Potter is found dead, hidden under a tarp in the back of Winnie's pickup truck. This certainly betrays Potter's reputation as one of the town's most popular citizens. Fortunately, when it comes to solving a murder, no one has a patch on Winnie. Now, all eyes are on her to do it. Unfortunately, that includes those of the killer who'll do anything to keep an orchard full of secrets buried
The Teashop Girls
Fourteen-year-old Annie, along with her two best friends, tries desperately to save her grandmother's beloved, old-fashioned teashop in Madison, Wisconsin, while she also learns to accept the inevitability of change in life. Includes proverbs, quotations, and brief stories about tea, as well as recipes
Sawdust and Satin : Lake Chelan
Too busy for love? Hell no!Chris Clarkson has a lot on his plate. As a volunteer firefighter in their small town, there is always something needed. He's also creating an amusement park to build tourism, so their town doesn't fade away. Plus Chris needs to work on his marriage. Something is wrong, he doesn't quite know what, but he's determined to figure it out.Barbara Clarkson has heard way too many doom-and-gloom ten-year-itch stories. As they near their ten year anniversary she knows something is missing. Will they just become another statistic? Not if she has anything to say about it.They will battle scheming women, deep seated fears, injuries and the demands of their careers. Can they do it, are they committed enough? Or will they allow their love for each other to be broken and drift away?Join Chris and Barbara Clarkson as they face the biggest challenges of their lives. Love... is it worth everything they have?
Mismeasuring Our Lives: Why GDP Doesn't Add Up
In February of 2008, amid the looming global financial crisis, President Nicolas Sarkozy of France asked Nobel Prize-winning economists Joseph Stiglitz and Amartya Sen, along with the distinguished French economist Jean Paul Fitoussi, to establish a commission of leading economists to study whether Gross Domestic Product (GDP)the most widely used measure of economic activity--is a reliable indicator of economic and social progress. The Commission was given the further task of laying out an agenda for developing better measures. Mismeasuring Our Lives is the result of this major intellectual effort, one with pressing relevance for anyone engaged in assessing how and whether our economy is serving the needs of our society. The authors offer a sweeping assessment of the limits of GDP as a measurement of the well-being of societies--considering, for example, how GDP overlooks economic inequality (with the result that most people can be worse off even though average income is increasing); and does not factor environmental impacts into economic decisions. In place of GDP, Mismeasuring Our Lives introduces a bold new array of concepts, from sustainable measures of economic welfare, to measures of savings and wealth, to a green GDP." At a time when policymakers worldwide are grappling with unprecedented global financial and environmental issues, here is an essential guide to measuring the things that matter
Duffy and Son
Eugene is turning 70; his son Jim is turning 40. They've been living together in good-natured bachelor harmony all this time, but something has got to give. The perfect balance of wry humour and pathos, Duffy and Son by Damien Owens is a funny and heartwarming mid-lit novel about family ties and finding romance. Eugene Duffy spent his life running a little hardware shop in a small town. It was a quiet existence, even before he retired. The only drama was generated by his wife, Una, who saw their marriage vows as something more akin to a serving suggestion. After having multiple affairs, she finally walked out on him almost twenty-five years ago, leaving him to look after two moody teenagers alone. Those moody teenagers are moody grown-ups now. Eleanor is married and lives in Dublin. Jim is very much single and still lives at home. He's hasn't had a girlfriend in years and doesn't seem interested in acquiring one. Both father and son have birthdays coming up - Eugene's 70th and Jim's 40th. As the milestones approach, Eugene decides it's time for drastic measures and throws himself into the task of finding his son a wife. But Jim isn't the one who needs help. Eugene is. Turning 70 is having a funny effect on him. And that's before Una shows up out of the blue, bearing news … Duffy and Son is a comedy about a family struggling with its past and trying to find a future. Reminiscent of Fredrik Backman's bestselling novel A Man Called Ove, Duffy and Son contains a likeable but curmudgeonly main character, wry humour, tremendous heart, as well as a strong sense of community. It is a funny and heartwarming novel which celebrates the messiness of ordinary lives and would make a perfect reading group choice
Southern sass and a battered bride
At a murder mystery-themed wedding reception on Georgia's picturesque Peach Cove Island, the bride is doing an awfully good job playing dead . . . Marygene Brown always figured she'd marry her childhood sweetheart, Alex Myers, not cater his wedding. But the Peach Diner could use the exposure. Most of the island is showing up-although more for the role-playing murder game at the reception than for the widely loathed bridezilla, Lucy Carmichael. Marygene may have to smile through the festivities, but Mama doesn't have to hold her peace-especially since only Marygene can hear her mother's ghost. Mama says she sees an aura of darkness around the wedding. So when Marygene finds Lucy lying beside the wedding cake, buried in batter, with no pulse, it looks like Mama called it. This is no game. And when the bride's body simply vanishes, it's up to Marygene and her best friend Betsy (cousin to the groom and no fan of the bride) to solve a real-life mystery-with a little help from Mama's sassy spirit . .
Get you good
Acclaimed author Rhonda Bowen weaves compelling tales of love, family and faith. In Get You Good, Sydney Isaacs is focused on two things: her family and Decadent, the family's gourmet pastry shop. But when her brother marries the scheming Sheree and sells Decadent, Sydney's forced to clean up the mess left behind and leans hard on her boyfriend, Hayden. She questions if Hayden knew about Sheree's plan from the get-go and sets a trap to discover the truth -- but its consequences have far-reaching effects
My family's famous pizza
Readers follow the story of a family as they gain accolades for their pizza recipe. Excitement follows this amazing pizza making family as they rise to becoming well known pizza makers. Excite the future pizza makers in your classroom through on grade level vocabulary and colorful illustrations
Hear Us Now: Racial Equity in the Workplace
Hear Us Now: Racial Equity in the Workplace is a unique blend of entrepreneurship and niche-focused advice on how to successfully create more racially just workplaces. This topic has never been more timely, as individuals and organizations struggle with a growing national effort to eliminate racial equity practices in a range of institutions. This book provides both much needed hope and important practical advice
This time will be different
For fans of Jenny Han, Morgan Matson, and Sandhya Menon, critically acclaimed author Misa Sugiura delivers a richly crafted contemporary YA novel about family, community, and the importance of writing your own history. The author of the Asian Pacific American Award-winning It's Not Like It's a Secret is back with another smartly drawn coming-of-age novel that weaves riveting family drama, surprising humor, and delightful romance into a story that will draw you in from the very first page. Katsuyamas never quit-but seventeen-year-old CJ doesn't even know where to start. She's never lived up to her mom's type A ambition, and she's perfectly happy just helping her aunt, Hannah, at their family's flower shop. She doesn't buy into Hannah's romantic ideas about flowers and their hidden meanings, but when it comes to arranging the perfect bouquet, CJ discovers a knack she never knew she had. A skill she might even be proud of. Then her mom decides to sell the shop-to the family who swindled CJ's grandparents when thousands of Japanese Americans were sent to internment camps during WWII. Soon a rift threatens to splinter CJ's family, friends, and their entire Northern California community; and for the first time, CJ has found something she wants to fight for
Intern
With host of top fashion models and designers, "Intern" looks behind closed doors at one of the top fashion magazines SKIRT
The moon and more
In her eleventh novel, Sarah Dessen returns to the beach town of Colby, setting of some of her best-loved books. Emaline is a Colby native, and so summer at the beach for her means hard work and a new population of beach goers. During this, her last summer before college, Emaline meets Theo while working for her family's rental business. He's a city boy who's come to Colby as the assistant to a high-strung documentary filmmaker who's in town to profile a reclusive local artist. Emaline knows he's not her type, but she can't help feeling drawn to him. And as their relationship develops, Emaline finds herself questioning her own goals, values, and choices in this classic Dessen romance
An Augathella Surprise : Augathella Short and Sweet
When Jenna Wilson heads out to Augathella to start a new business venture with her friend, Alana Rickman, the last person she expects to meet is a long-lost relative who appears to be the town drunk.Old Reg wants nothing to do with the newcomer who's bought his house. Silly girl is going to start up a business doomed to fail.Will family relationships mend as Reg and Jenna get to know each other?
The family business
Meet the Duncans, a prominent family from Jamaica, Queens. They may be known for their big house, fancy cars, and lavish lifestyle, but that doesn't make them immune from some over-the-top drama. L.C. Duncan has run his successful car dealership in Jamaica, Queens for more than thirty years, but when the recession hits and the competition gets a little rough, some say it's time for him to retire. Palm trees and golf sound like fun, but L.C. still has a few tricks up his sleeve. Which one of his kids can he trust to run the family business? Paris could give any supermodel a run for her money. When she walks in the room, all heads turn, but it's her anger issues and knack for getting into trouble that most people remember. She's much more dangerous than anyone gives her credit for-except, perhaps, her father. Orlando is the most obvious choice to lead the Duncans into the future. He has proven himself to be quite the businessman over the years; but sometimes, the most obvious choice isn't always the best choice. Harris Grant is married to L.C.'s oldest daughter. In Harris's opinion, he's the most qualified to run the family business. Now he just needs to convince L.C. . . . and make sure no one discovers the secret he's been keeping. Harris isn't the only one with skeletons in the closet. The Duncan family has been keeping a secret of their own-a deep, dark secret that, if revealed, will shock the entire community
Property & Taxation : A Practical Guide to Saving Tax on Your Property Investments
There are numerous tax rules and regulations associated with real estate that you need to comply with and, if you get it wrong, the Tax Office could impose stiff penalties. Fortunately, help is at hand. In plain English, Property & Taxation explains just what your tax obligations are. Inside you'll learn: - how property speculators and property investors are taxed - which expenses are tax deductible - how to calculate a capital gain and capital loss - about the tax issues associated with owning your main residence and overseas property investments - how negative gearing works - about owning property in different legal structures. Packed with tax tips, tax traps to avoid and practical case studies, this comprehensive guide will give you the know-how to legally reduce your tax liability - and build your wealth
Creating a Culture of Innovation
Deconstruct the history of patterns of innovation in business and connect them to existing and failed attempts in management consultancies, engineering, web technologies and academic institutions. This book shows you how to create an optimal environment at work for growth and innovation. Many large-scale organizations eventually invest in research and innovation as a dedicated part of their businesses. In doing so, they are faced with two choices: build their own practice of innovation or enact patterns of innovation created before them, ones they perceived as "tried and tested." In this book, you will see how patterns of innovation touch many aspects of a worker's life: from how their work is presented to others, job titles, working environment, and expectations around output. Every chapter will offer a history of these patterns and examples of how they have succeeded and failed within organizations. What You Will Learn - Identify how innovation is named and highlighted in organizations - Reveal ways to champion innovation to clients and the outside world, from trade shows and conferences inside the office - Uncover ways companies acquire innovation, including incubators or mergers - Discover the conditions for innovation to happen every day, including office layouts, time management, communication structures, and expectation management Who This Book Is For Tech start-up/scale-up founders, management consultants, managing directors, innovation managers and heads of R&D, academic researchers, interior designers, and architects
Summary of Brian H. Murray's Crushing It in Apartments and Commercial Real Estate
Get the Summary of Brian H. Murray's Crushing It in Apartments and Commercial Real Estate in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary and not the original book. Original book introduction: Brian Murray was not an investment pro when he bought his first commercial property. He was a teacher looking to build some side income. Armed with his passion for business and a lot of common sense, he developed a simple yet highly effective approach to investing that he still uses today at his multimillion-dollar real estate company. Crushing It in Apartments and Commercial Real Estate is a beginner's guide to investing based on Murray's experience bootstrapping his way from newbie investor to award-winning CEO of Washington Street Properties
Summary of Gautam Baid's the Joys of Compounding: The Passionate Pursuit of Lifelong Learning, Re
Get the Summary of Gautam Baid's The Joys of Compounding: The Passionate Pursuit of Lifelong Learning, Revised and Updated (Heilbrunn Center for Graham & Dodd Investing Series) in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary and not the original book. Original book introduction:Value investing is not just a system for success in the market. It is also an intellectual toolkit for achieving a deeper understanding of the world. In The Joys of Compounding, the value investor Gautam Baid builds a holistic approach to value investing and philosophy from his wide-ranging reading, combining practical approaches, self-cultivation, and business wisdom. Distilling investment and life lessons into a comprehensive guide, Baid integrates the strategies and wisdom of preeminent figures, whose teachings have stood the test of time. Drawing on the work of investing greats like Warren Buffett, Charlie Munger, and Ben Graham, as well as philosophers and scholars, he artfully interweaves the lessons learned from his many teachers. Baid demonstrates their practical applications in the areas of business, investing, and decision making and also shows that these ideas can be applied to one's own life with just as much reward
Seeds of True Success Growing Wealth and Well-Being Through Teamwork
In a world where the quest to reach your goals can often feel solitary and uncertain, Seeds of True Success offers a refreshing perspective: ensure your own success by helping others thrive. Drawing on insight from thirty-five years of business experience and three decades of training in Asian wisdom, Alix Rowland reveals how acts of kindness and support not only empower others to achieve their aspirations but also paves the way for unparalleled personal and professional fulfillment. By embracing the concept of "inner agriculture," where thoughts, words, and actions yield unstoppable returns, Rowland unveils a transformative blueprint for achievement. In Seeds of True Success: Growing Wealth and Well-Being through Teamwork, you will discover tools and exercises to help you create your own map to prosperity, including: - The Five Goals to consider for ultimate fulfillment. - The Four Laws of how mental seeds function to create your world. - The Four Steps to planting powerful seeds with business partners and teams. - The Four Powers to seek and destroy prosperity blockers. This book guides you through making and implementing a plan for success in three parts: - Part one explores dreams from the heart highlighting the story of John Foley, Blue Angel Navy Pilot, public speaker and author. Discover how John had a dream in his heart that took him to the pinnacle of aviation. Delve into the mechanics of where success really comes from. Employ your talents, passion and purpose to ensure dreams become reality. - Part two goes further into reaching goals through teamwork. Learn to assemble the team you need to have powerful seed planting partners. Create excellent partnerships, communicate effectively with teams and discover how a team supports more than financial abundance. - Part three reveals the unique methods of the seed system and gives detailed instruction on how to apply each technique. The Four Steps are at the heart of inner agriculture: decide what you want, find others that want the same thing, help them get what they want, and be happy you did it. This plants the deeper causes for success. Arianna Huffington explains why giving is a critical part of self-care. Meditation expert John Brady lends insight into how to work with the mind for optimum results. This book provides invaluable insights into harnessing the power of partnership, teamwork, and empathy to reap rewards beyond measure. What are you waiting for? Start planting your future today!
Coozan Dudley Leblanc : From Huey Long to Hadacol
"They were great days. [This] book brings them back to life."-Kansas City Times "Floyd Clay has written perceptively of LeBlanc."-Associated Press He was the most extraordinary politician, businessman, medicine man, and promoter imaginable. Coozan Dudley LeBlanc traces the life of this amazing Cajun entrepreneur who almost single-handedly revolutionized American product advertising. He spent millions to promote Hadacol, his alcohol-saturated, vitamin-mineral patent medicine. With heavy advertising, contests, and the Hadacol Caravan-a traveling road show featuring a dazzling cast of Hollywood stars, beauty queens, and circus antics-LeBlanc parlayed his elixir into an amazing overnight success. America had never seen anything like it. But before the 1950s Hadacol phenomenon, LeBlanc had made his mark in the hurly-burly politics of his native Louisiana. As a state legislator, he had championed a steady stream of legislation to increase benefits to the poor and aged. Bold, flashy, and determined, he frequently clashed with the Louisiana Kingfish, Huey Long, in a power struggle that ended only with Long's assassination
Winning Across Global Markets : How Nokia Creates Strategic Advantage in a Fast-Changing World
Lessons for attaining global competitiveness, one market at a time, from international business giant Nokia. "Winning Across Global Markets" examines how 145-year-old Nokia grew from a paper mill in Finland to a multinational telecommunications leader. Why are Nokia's lessons critical for other companies and industries? While multinationals based in large countries benefit from inherent advantages-such as a home base that often accounts for 30 to 50 percent of their revenues-multinationals based in smaller countries such as Nokia, enjoy no such competitive edge. Nokia, in fact, generates less than 1% of its revenues in its home base. To such a company, global competitiveness is a matter of life and death. With unparalleled access to Nokia's leadership, "Winning Across Global Markets" reveals the remarkable story of Nokia's resilience and endurance. Shows how Nokia's flexibility and focus on its people and local markets drive its distinct global approach. - Includes exclusive interviews with Nokia's senior executives and key partners - Provides a roadmap for developing, capturing, and sustaining global advantage This book provides a roadmap for developing, capturing, and sustaining strategic global advantage in today's ever-changing world
Moral Hazard in Health Insurance
Addressing the challenge of covering heath care expenses-while minimizing economic risks. Moral hazard-the tendency to change behavior when the cost of that behavior will be borne by others-is a particularly tricky question when considering health care. Kenneth J. Arrow's seminal 1963 paper on this topic (included in this volume) was one of the first to explore the implication of moral hazard for health care, and Amy Finkelstein-recognized as one of the world's foremost experts on the topic-here examines this issue in the context of contemporary American health care policy. Drawing on research from both the original RAND Health Insurance Experiment and her own research, including a 2008 Health Insurance Experiment in Oregon, Finkelstein presents compelling evidence that health insurance does indeed affect medical spending and encourages policy solutions that acknowledge and account for this. The volume also features commentaries and insights from other renowned economists, including an introduction by Joseph P. Newhouse that provides context for the discussion, a commentary from Jonathan Gruber that considers provider-side moral hazard, and reflections from Joseph E. Stiglitz and Kenneth J. Arrow
Vans
This title focuses on the Vans brand and its influence on the footwear world while looking at its humble beginnings, the evolution of its designs, and the footprints they have left on current to future sneakerheads. This hi-lo title is complete with colorful photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Fly! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Table of contents From sports arenas to pop culture mainstays, readers will run through these exciting and informative books about today's hottest sneaker brands! Young readers will learn about the history, evolution, and industry-influencing moments of footwear giants like Nike, Adidas, and Converse! Stitched together with easy text and electrifying pictures, these books will have readers ready to lace up for more knowledge! Aligned to the Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Fly! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO
Miss Impossible
Babysitting? More like bully-sitting, when Malia, Dot, and Bree get a much older-and scarier-client than they expected. But looks can be deceiving in this LOL-worthy third book in the Best Babysitters Ever series, perfect for fans of Rachel Vail and Sarah Mlynowski. Malia, Dot, and Bree are psyched to land their highest paying job yet-until they get to the house and realize they're babysitting Zelda Hooper, Bree and Malia's archnemesis since preschool. Babysitting: not just for babies, apparently. And it's too much money to walk away from . . . so at least there are no diapers? But all of the babysitting in the world couldn't prepare the girls for their unusual new charge, and even though Zelda should be the one who's embarrassed that three girls her age are getting paid to babysit her, she relishes the chance to tease them on her home turf. Is she really evil or just misunderstood? This hilarious third installment in the Best Babysitters Ever series brings back all the characters you love, and love to hate-reminding us that friendship trumps all. Even dirty diapers
Реагирование Во Время Кризиса : Верните Свой Бизнес С Края Пропасти
Узнайте, как справиться с кризисом всего за 50 минут с помощью этой практичной и краткой книги. Во время кризиса крайне важно избегать необдуманных решений и неправильного управления, и разработка комплексного плана управления кризисом заранее - лучший способ избежать этих подводных камней, поскольку он позволит вам сохранить хладнокровие и разрешить кризис быстро и эффективно. Эта книга расскажет вам о том, какие шаги вы можете предпринять, чтобы заранее подготовиться к кризисам. В нем также содержатся советы по разработке планов антикризисного управления и руководство по эффективному общению во время кризиса, что позволит вам получить инструменты, необходимые для поддержания бизнеса на должном уровне при возникновении проблем
Behind the Button
"Behind the Button" shares a look behind the scenes of the empowering story of Jill Strickland Brown's rise in the fashion industry, from small-town customer service gal, to NYC seven-figure independent sales representative, to thriving retail store owner, influencing and supporting thousands of women along the way. In her book, Jill weaves her fashion and style tips with her inspiring message of hope and transformation. Readers will learn how to design their best lives, both inside and out. This story of resilience and tenacity will inspire you to reach your goals and discover that we are all interwoven, that we are all connected
Ideas Into Action: Ccl's Research and Innovation Journey
Unconventional Wisdom: A Brief History of CCL's Pioneering Research and Innovation was published in 2006, exploring CCL's groundbreaking leadership development work since the 1970s. Eighteen years later, many keepers of CCL's history have moved on. To preserve major research trends for posterity, Ideas into Action: CCL's Research & Innovation Journey picks up where Unconventional Wisdom left off. While Unconventional Wisdom laid the cornerstone, Ideas into Action focuses on the practical application and impact of CCL's pioneering research. It documents how CCL has turned ideas into action, evolving from theory into real-world leadership solutions over the past decades
Sundressed : Natural Fabrics and the Future of Clothing
For conscious consumers, buying clothes has never been more complicated. Even as fashion brands tout their sustainability, the industry is plagued by pollution, waste, and poor working conditions. If our clothes reflect our values, is it possible to be truly well-dressed? Sustainable fashion consultant Lucianne Tonti answers with a resounding yes. Beautiful clothes made from natural fabrics including cotton, wool, flax, and cashmere can support rural communities and regenerate landscapes. They can also reduce waste-but only if we invest in garments that stand the test of time rather than chasing fast fashion trends. In Sundressed, Tonti travels the world to showcase producers who are reforming the industry, from Mongolian goatherders, to Mulberry groves in China, and American hemp farms. Many of these innovations begin in the fields, with the cotton crops that will ultimately be spun into a soft T-shirt or the sheep's wool than will be knitted into a cozy sweater. Fiber farmers are taking a page from the regenerative agriculture movement, giving back to the land as they tend it. Meanwhile, further down the supply chain, top designers are working with Indigenous communities to relearn the artistry of sewing-and reward them financially. And global brands, including Levi's, are working to produce a pair of jeans that can withstand dozens of washes without any sign of wear. Tonti also shows readers how accessible sustainable fashion can be. Not everyone can afford a designer shirt that was lovingly hand-sewn. But most of us can buy less, choose natural fabrics over polyester, thrift shop, and wear our clothes longer. Sundressed is an exploration of a revolution taking place in fashion. And it is a love letter to clothing that embodies beauty and value, from farm to closet. ""Each chapter deep dives into the history, present and possible future of a different natural fibre. Together they form a tapestry of possibilities for mending a broken industry. For those working in the rag trade it is essential reading; for everyone else, the book is a well-taught lesson in the true cost (and value) of clothing." " ""Refreshingly, Tonti avoids the ideological, scolding tone often used by those concerned with sustainability issues. Even more, her love of fashion and good clothes shines through, injecting the narrative with an uplifting sense of optimism and purpose….Tonti's insightful book shines light into the darker corners of the fashion business and points to new ways forward."" "In prose as stylish as her fashion sense, Lucianne Tonti shows how a combination of love of clothes and love of nature can 'subvert the take-make-waste model that is driving fashion's enormous environmental footprint'." ""The prose is rich and compelling. It blends bits of personal narrative-such as discussing beloved garments-with broader stories of fiber and textile production and the cultures and artisans behind what people wear. The voice is smooth and inviting, devoid of judgment and full of wonder, making it both informative and delightful to read. The book has elegant diction and imagery, as of "a shirt made of flowers," that infuse its ideas with beauty and purpose."" ""A simply fascinating seminal and unreservedly recommended addition to personal, professional, community, and academic library Green Fashion & Textile Busiess collections and supplemental Environmental Economics curriculum studies lists." " " "Lucianne Tonti begins her new book Sundressed with the simple statement "I love my clothes." That thought is pervasive throughout her book, as her bright, cheery prose is a pleasure to read even during coverage of severe environmental problems associated with the conventional manufacture of clothing. Importantly, she describes what could be done to enhance our pleasure from clothing while limiting environmental impact." " " "Tonti offers a refreshing and personal perspective on the
El arte de la guerra
Escrito hace más de dos mil años en una China dividida por la guerra, El arte de la guerra sigue siendo uno de los libros más influyentes jamás escritos sobre estrategia, liderazgo y toma de decisiones. Más que un tratado militar, esta obra fundamental de Sun Tzu es una profunda reflexión sobre la naturaleza humana, el equilibrio de fuerzas y la inteligencia estratégica. Sus enseñanzas -breves, precisas y sorprendentemente actuales- revelan una idea poderosa: la mejor victoria es aquella que se consigue sin combatir. A lo largo de sus trece capítulos, Sun Tzu explora principios universales sobre planificación, adaptación, liderazgo, anticipación y gestión del conflicto, aplicables mucho más allá del campo de batalla: en la empresa, la política, la negociación o la vida cotidiana. En este libro descubrirás cómo: - Anticiparte a los conflictos antes de que estallen - Convertir la estrategia en tu mayor ventaja competitiva - Comprender tus fortalezas y las de tus adversarios - Tomar decisiones con mayor claridad, inteligencia y perspectiva - Liderar desde la disciplina, la observación y la flexibilidad Un clásico imprescindible para entender cómo actuar con inteligencia en un mundo complejo, cambiante y profundamente competitivo