Business Century

In Creative Leadership, Rama Gheerawoo applies the mind of a design expert to the twenty-first-century organisation. In particular, his book shows how success in the future will increasingly be dependent on a mastery of three basic principles: creativity, clarity and empathy. Drawing on his own experience in leading over 100 design projects with government, business and the third sector, it sets out a blueprint for engagement and success that applies to everything from small enterprises, to large multinationals.

What do Google, Snapchat, Tinder, Amazon, and Uber have in common, besides soaring market share? They're platforms - a new business model that has quietly become the only game in town. A platform, by definition, creates value by facilitating an exchange between two or more interdependent groups. So, rather than making things, they simply connect people. The advent of mobile computing and its ubiquitous connectivity have forever altered how we interact with each other. Yet, few people truly grasp the radical structural shifts of the last 10 years.

What do shale gas, Elon Musk’s Tesla, and the global apparel chain Zara share in common? In Resource Revolution, management experts Stefan Heck and Matt Rogers describe how each in its own way exemplifies a resource revolution - a use of natural resources so effective it defies conventional wisdom and enables breakthrough performance where others see only limits and shortcomings.

In the 21st Century, management is more about getting to know your people than being a taskmaster. It’s all about relationships, developing your people, and making them feel cared about with authenticity and genuine compassion. This 21st-century leadership fable will help you to clearly communicate what matters most; develop deep, meaningful connections with those around you; and much more. We all want to be effective, respected leaders and develop great people around us. The Greatest Motivational Tool presents a proven method that will do just that.

The Science of Getting Rich is one of the original "new thought" classics, originally published in 1910 by Wallace D. Wattles. It has inspired millions of people worldwide with its simple, straightforward message. This little book was the inspiration behind the movie The Secret, the blockbuster hit film by Rhonda Byrne, and as a result, the concept reached a massive worldwide audience.

Elon Musk is among the most controversial titans of Silicon Valley. To some, he's a genius and a visionary, and to others, he's a mercurial huckster. Billions of dollars have been gained and lost on his tweets, and his personal exploits are the stuff of tabloids. But for all his outrageous talk of mind-uploading and space travel, his most audacious vision is the one closest to the ground: the electric car.

India is a vast country with a rapidly expanding middle class that is eager to acquire Western conveniences in a culture that has never known such luxuries before. But with great opportunity comes great challenge: significant cultural differences and a number of other hurdles combine to create a unique and demanding business landscape for Western companies and individuals to overcome.

Jeffrey Cruikshank and Arthur Schultz have written a fascinating biography of one of the 20th century’s most intriguing figures. Albert D. Lasker helped invent “reason why” advertising, market research based on direct-mail advertising, premium coupons, and a host of other industry innovations. He invented and promoted powerful brands. But his impact went far beyond traditional advertising. This is the story of a man who shaped an industry - and changed the way we look at our world.

April 18, 1906 – A devastating earthquake rocks San Francisco and Templeton Morehouse fears her husband is lost forever. A powerful and compelling story from USA Today bestselling author Bette Lee Crosby Chances were a million to one that a girl born and raised in Philadelphia would encounter a stranger from California on the trolley and fall madly in love, but that’s what happened. Templeton was not only taken with John Morehouse, but also with his tales of life in San Francisco. As an aspiring fashion designer, the dazzle of a city called the Paris of the West, with its towering ...

The literature of ideas. When author Pamela Sargent used those words to describe science fiction in 1975, the genre had exploded into the literary mainstream. As a literature of ideas, science fiction has proven to be a powerful metaphor for the world around us, offering a rich tapestry of imagination through which to explore how we lead, how we think, and how we interact. To Boldly Go assembles more than 30 writers from around the world to help us better understand ourselves through the lens of science fiction.

Failure to Plan Is Planning to Fail If you look around you, you will notice that there are lots of businesses springing up every now and then in every corner of the country, with some of them ending up successful, but the reverse is the case for others. Many of the businesses that failed did not have good foundation, and as a result, they were bound to fail even before starting sales. Therefore, it is of utmost importance for you to start your business well for it to stand any chance of being successful. Starting a business well begins from the point where you conceive the idea of starting ...

How to Sell in the 21st Century is for small business owner and entrepreneurs who would like to understand how to up date their marketing efforts to 21st century standards. Learn how to get more customers, make more sales, and, or build a brand understanding the new digital platform of social media. This audiobook can be your guide to teach you how to use and maximize these platforms to profit your business and be a contributor to social media and not just another consumer of social media.

The history of the Yan family is inseparable from the history of China over the last century. One of the most influential businesswomen of China today, Lan Yan grew up in the company of the country's powerful elite, including Zhou Enlai, Deng Xiaoping, and other top leaders. In recounting her family history, Lan Yan brings to life a century of Chinese history from the last emperor to present day, including the Cultural Revolution which tore her childhood apart. The little girl who was crushed by the Cultural Revolution has become one of the most active businesswomen in her country.

INTRODUCTION: Understanding the Knowledge Based Digitalized Economy and Business Environment of the 21st Century. Note well and be certain about this: -“OLD KEYS CANNOT OPEN NEW DOORS” -The 21st century tech driving and enhanced world has brought significant changes to the business landscape, anchored on technological advancements, globalization, and shifting consumer demands. Adapting to this rapidly evolving environment requires an entrepreneurial mindset—a way of thinking that fosters innovation, adaptability, and resilience. Here’s an exploration of key elements defining the ...

No matter if you are a seasoned security officer or new to the private security industry, this book is for you. Quickly learn the basics needed to succeed, get noticed, and promoted to put you on the path to security professionalism.

In a world brimming with challenges, "You Can Move Mountains: The Mustard Seed Strategies for Success in the 21st Century" offers a fresh and invigorating perspective on achieving success. Drawing on the timeless wisdom of the mustard seed, which symbolizes growth from small beginnings, this book is a treasure trove of actionable strategies that empower you to overcome obstacles and reach your highest potential. Author Steven Doornbos distills complex concepts into simple, effective principles that anyone can apply to their personal and professional lives. From cultivating resilience and ...

The need for and demands on leadership have changed radically in the past few years. To be a dynamic and effective leader of a 21st-century organization or corporation requires an entirely different strategy and set of skills than it did just five or ten years ago. In fact, much of the best advice and examples from even the last decade no longer apply.

Real estate marketing has gotten really complicated. The same real estate marketing strategies that worked 10 years ago, or even 5 years ago, seem to change as quickly as the housing market. Realtors need to have a real estate marketing plan that's cheap, effective and flexible enough to move with the changing marketing landscape. I've put everything I know about Facebook marketing for realtors into this book. Hopefully it gives you a good foundation for your Real estate marketing strategies and helps you make a whole lot of money!

Born the son of missionaries, Luce spent his childhood in rural China, yet he glimpsed a milieu of power altogether different at Hotchkiss and later at Yale. While working at a Baltimore newspaper, he and Brit Hadden conceived the idea of Time: a "news-magazine" that would condense the week's events in a format accessible to increasingly busy members of the middle class. They launched it in 1923, and young Luce quickly became a publishing titan.

Real estate marketing. Every realtor knows that without a consistent real estate marketing system they'll be left with empty "open houses" and a short client list. And with the proliferation of smartphones and DIY real estate websites it's become even more difficult to attract new leads...and eventually turn those leads into clients.