Mostrando títulos en Globalización

An Indien scheiden sich die Geister. Obwohl oder gerade weil kaum jemand im Westen dieses widersprüchliche Land versteht. Zwischen Slums und Prunk, zwischen Yoga und Hightech, zwischen Bollywoodkultur und Kastenwesen ist uns das Land, dessen Bedeutung für die Weltgemeinschaft immer größer wird, ein Rätsel geblieben.

China ist keine ferne Bedrohung mehr, China ist da! Politisch und wirtschaftlich. Das Reich der Mitte ist ehrgeizig, schnell und gut organisiert, es ist innovativ wie das Silicon Valley und bestimmt zunehmend die internationalen Spielregeln. China setzt auf Wachstum und digitale Technologien und hält sich nicht mit dem westlichen Demokratiemodell auf. Auf allen Kontinenten investiert es in Bodenschätze, Schlüsselindustrien und Infrastruktur - auch bei uns.

It's not always easy to grasp the complex forces that are shaping our lives. But by following a dollar on its journey around the globe, we can start to piece it all together. From a shopping trip in suburban Texas, via China's central bank, Nigerian railroads, the oilfields of Iraq and beyond, The Almighty Dollar reveals the economic truths behind what we see on the news every day. Why is China the world's biggest manufacturer—and the USA its biggest customer? Is free trade really a good thing? Why would a nation build a bridge on the other side of the planet?

Across the world, the liberal nation state is on its knees. Rising inequality, deep political polarization, and the pervasive power of corporations are tearing apart the social contract and threatening to crush democracy....

A powerful book that shows the step-by-step evolution of a new kind of global technology powerhouse, The Lenovo Way is an indispensable guide for leaders and managers who deal with strategy, innovation, branding, and HR at any kind of company. It also tells the remarkable story of how two women from very different backgrounds rose to become leaders in Lenovo's journey to the top.

The spread of capitalism worldwide has made people wealthier than ever before. But capitalism's future is far from assured. Capitalism at Risk draws on discussions with business leaders around the world to identify 12 potential disruptors of the global market system. Presenting examples of companies already making a difference, the authors explain how business must serve both as innovator and activist - developing corporate strategies that effect change at the community, national, and international levels.

SENDING MONEY Part 2 (2001-2030) is the history of the evolution of the Cross-Border Financial Services Industry, from the turn of the industry onwards. Large companies replaced ethnic money transfer services and the new millennium saw an enormous change as M&As and significant investments became part of the industry, research in remittances and migration appeared and made the news. Regulations changed drastically with the terrorism threat, and technology helped to manage the risk. Innovation led to the development of fintechs, and the payment revolution took hold. What will the future hold...

An unvarnished, story-driven, practical guide to working across cultures. The book features real stories of companies going global and highlights the realities of doing business overseas in a post-globalisation world. Each story gives fascinating insights and lessons into the cultural realities and unexpected surprises of modern globalisation. The Accidental Business Nomad is for anyone working in a more global environment and who is looking to gain critical insights and communications skills needed for a shrinking world.

Do you eat too much sugar? What proportion of your country are immigrants? What does it cost to raise a child? How much tax do the rich pay? Are we more ignorant than we used to be? Take a minute to answer these questions. No matter how educated you are, this audiobook suggests you are likely to be very wrong indeed. Informed by exclusive research across 40 countries, conducted by global polling firm Ipsos, The Perils of Perception investigates why we don't know basic facts about the world around us.

Understanding global markets is essential for any investor looking to build wealth through international opportunities. The interconnectedness of economies means that events in one part of the world can have ripple effects across the globe. Investors must familiarize themselves with various market dynamics, including economic indicators, currency fluctuations, and geopolitical developments. The new book by Carl Vincent Sutton is written to provide investors with an overview of the need-to-know fundamentals of successful business ventures in overseas markets. CROSS-BORDER VENTURES consist of...

Die Weltwirtschaft steht vor einer Zeitenwende: Asien ist dabei, endgültig die Vorherrschaft im globalen Wettbewerb zu übernehmen. Der Kontinent, auf dem über die Hälfte aller Menschen lebt, setzt sich als Technologiechampion an die Spitze - flankiert von den neuen Seidenstraßen, einem der ehrgeizigsten Infrastrukturprogramme in der Geschichte der Menschheit.

Weinig genootschappen spreken zo tot de verbeelding als de vrijmetselarij. Voor sommigen is het een essentieel onderdeel van hun bestaan, voor anderen een achterhaald fenomeen. Vele meningen worden erover verspreid, vanuit de archieven tot op Twitter, maar wat is nu waarheid? In drie hoorcolleges wordt er kennis gemaakt met de vrijmetselarij, die officieel al driehonderd jaar lang een ontmoetingsplek is voor mannen (en vrouwen) en hun vrije gedachten. Dr. Jimmy Koppen neemt u mee op een reis door het verleden, heden en toekomst van de Loge.

Atossa Abrahamian traces the rise of the hidden globe to thirteenth-century Switzerland, where poor cantons marketed the commodity they had—bodies, in the form of mercenary fighters. Following its evolution around the world, she reveals how prize-winning economists, eccentric theorists, visionary statesmen, and consultants masterminded its export in the form of free trade zones, flags of convenience, offshore detention centers where immigrants languish in limbo, and charter cities controlled by by foreign governments and multinational foreign corporations—and even into outer space.

"The Nomad's Compass: A Data-Driven Guide to Global Retirement and Investment" is a groundbreaking exploration of the complexities surrounding choosing a retirement destination or investing abroad. This book delves into the intricate world of international relocation and investment, offering a data-driven approach that leverages advanced methods such as weighted indexing, effect coding, and regression modeling to provide invaluable insights for retirees and investors. Readers will discover how custom-tailored challenger indexes can reshape the one-size-fits-all approach, empowering ...

Radical, reasonable, deeply felt and disarmingly honest, How To Save the Internet sets out a blueprint for a new era of global cooperation in order to reform Big Tech while preserving the fundamental openness of the internet – and thus the greatest opportunity for development and democratic empowerment of our lifetimes.

Laleh Khalili reflects on the hidden stories behind late capitalism, from seafarers abandoned on debt-ridden container ships to the nefarious reach of consultancy firms and the cronyism that drives record-breaking profits. Piercing, wry, and constantly revealing, Extractive Capitalism brings vividly to light the dark truths behind the world's most voracious industries.

In a clear and far-reaching reckoning, The Fractured Age lays bare the threats and opportunities that will shape the world economy over the coming decade. It charts the emergence of geopolitical blocs in a world undergoing profound change - blocs whose relative size and economic diversity will be pivotal in reordering everything from goods trade and investment flows to technology transfers and access to critical minerals.

In "Samurai Marketing," discover the ancient secrets of Japanese business wisdom and unlock a new realm of growth for your Western enterprise. With expert insights and actionable strategies, this book is your guide to integrating the time-honored principles of Japanese marketing into your business practices. From the art of relationship-building to the precision of targeted messaging, learn how to harness the power of Japanese techniques to catapult your brand to success in today's competitive market. Explore Proven Tactics: Delve into the world of Japanese marketing and uncover proven ...

Tariffs. No problem. Dalio, the CEO of Bridgewater Associates, stated in an interview that he thinks that 60% of Americans read at a sixth-grade level, which I found to be hysterical. I like Mr. Dalio and respect him, but clearly, many have forgotten that education, capitalism, and innovation are a global phenomenon, not just something appearing on the streets of NYC. I, however, learned arithmetic in the third, and that's all that is needed to read a bank statement or a balance sheet. So, all the semi-literate people Mr. Dalio is referring to should be able to see that their bank ...

Servant Leadership (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Servant_leadership) is an evolutionary leap in facilitating people, places and things to perform at peak. In an ever-evolving world, leadership has transformed from a traditional top-down approach to a dynamic philosophy that embraces authenticity, empathy, and holistic growth. "Navigating Holistic Growth: The Servant Leader's Guide" is a roadmap to unleashing the power of servant leadership and propelling your organization towards remarkable success. Unlocking Potential Through Servant Leadership: Embark on a transformative journey that ...