Corporate Power

The independence of the Federal Reserve is considered a cornerstone of its identity, crucial for keeping monetary policy decisions free of electoral politics. But do we really understand what is meant by "Federal Reserve independence"? Using scores of examples from the Fed's rich history, The Power and Independence of the Federal Reserve shows that much common wisdom about the nation's central bank is inaccurate.

"In my household I have nominated this book as my Book of the Year. I read over 30 books a year in the course of my work, so it is in a good field.” - Professor Guy Standing, author of The Precariat Tiananmen, the Arab Spring, Occupy. Great ideals—yet none built anything lasting. Changing the world needs more than inspired troubleshooting: it needs architecture. "A formidable effort, very learned and extremely wide-ranging. It has certain family resemblances to The Dawn of Everything by David Graeber and David Wengrow, Yuval Noah Harari's three volumes, and books by Steven Pinker and ...

Curtis Yarvin & The Neoreactionary Canon, Made Simple – Your guide to Yarvin, Moldbug, Nick Land, and the Future of Governance What if democracy is an illusion? Should voting be restricted? Do elite institutions like the media, academia, and government silently dictate society’s course? These are the questions at the heart of Curtis Yarvin’s Neoreactionary Canon and the broader Dark Enlightenment, a movement that challenges democratic ideals and reimagines governance through monarchy, corporate rule, and elite control. Yarvin (aka Mencius Moldbug) and philosopher Nick Land have shaped...

Late one evening investigative journalist Bastian Obermayer receives an anonymous message offering him access to secret data. Through encrypted channels he then receives documents showing a mysterious bank transfer for $500 million in gold. This is just the beginning. Obermayer and fellow Süddeutsche Zeitung journalist Frederik Obermaier find themselves immersed in a secret world where complex networks of shell companies help to hide people who don't want to be found.

Antitrust enforcement is one of the most pressing issues facing America today - and Amy Klobuchar, the widely respected senior senator from Minnesota, is leading the charge. This fascinating history of the antitrust movement shows us what led to the present moment and offers achievable solutions to prevent monopolies, promote business competition, and encourage innovation.

A corporate executive loses his voice and discovers a new pathway to organizational excellence, built on the premise of dispersed power and shared leadership.

In 1998, Tony Blair expressed how Technology has revolutionized how we work and how it is set to transform global education. In his words, “Children cannot be effective in tomorrow’s world if they are trained in yesterday’s skills.” True to what he said, technology has been and continues to be a significant force creating massive changes in the way students learn. According to Rod Paige, the U.S. Secretary of Education in 2002, “A click of a mouse button provides any student anywhere with unprecedented opportunities to learn.” Indeed, the possibilities are substantially much ...

Beyond Survival: Strategic Resilience with ISO 22301 for the C-Suite How Business Leaders Use Continuity Planning to Drive Growth, Innovation, and Competitive PowerIntroduction: In today’s volatile business environment, survival is no longer enough. Organizations need strategic resilience to thrive, innovate, and maintain a competitive edge. "Beyond Survival: Strategic Resilience with ISO 22301 for the C-Suite" offers a comprehensive guide to mastering ISO 22301, the international standard for business continuity management. It delves into how business leaders, particularly C-suite ...

On a cool, overcast afternoon in April 2016, a salacious tip arrived at the L.A. Times that reporter Paul Pringle thought should have taken, at most, a few weeks to check out: a drug overdose at a fancy hotel involving one of the University of Southern California’s shiniest stars—Dr. Carmen Puliafito, the head of the prestigious medical school. Pringle, who’d long done battle with USC and its almost impenetrable culture of silence, knew reporting the story wouldn’t be a walk in the park. USC is the largest private employer in the city of L.A., and it casts a long shadow.

Are you struggling to balance your work and personal life while working remotely? Do you feel burnt out and disconnected from your friends and family? In "Remote Working Without Burning Out," you'll learn practical strategies for maintaining a healthy work-life balance while working from home. Through a combination of expert advice and real-life examples, this book teaches you how to set boundaries, prioritize self-care, and stay connected to your loved ones while working remotely. You'll learn how to create a healthy home office setup, establish routines that work for you, and stay ...

Unpack web copywriting secretsYou know deep down that a great website can be the key to higher sales and more leads and customers. So how are you supposed to create effective content if you don’t have any idea what’s involved? That’s where this book steps in and holds your hand on the pathway to a better business with an outstanding website. Your website is your bread-and-butter so why take chances? Unpack the secrets to providing persuasive copy across your entire site that’s powerful enough to knock someone off their chair. Plus, you’ll get the lowdown on SEO advice, writing for...

We live in a period of sweeping corruption - and a golden age of whistle-blowing. Over the past few decades, principled insiders who expose wrongdoing have gained unprecedented legal and social stature, emerging as the government's best weapon against corporate misconduct - and the citizenry's best defense against government gone bad.

When Speaker Newt Gingrich greeted Dr. David Lewis in his office overlooking the National Mall, he looked at Dr. Lewis and said: "You know you’re going to be fired for this, don’t you?" "I know," Dr. Lewis replied, "I just hope to stay out of prison." Gingrich had just read Dr. Lewis' commentary in Nature, titled "EPA Science: Casualty of Election Politics".

Sheriff Jones Fontana loves his city more than anything… But with a looming empire on the border, promising complete subjugation, Estegrad’s freedom may not last long. Jones faces an impossible choice. Risk the survival of his city. Or its freedom. Will Estegrad survive? And will it ever be the same? The City at the Edge of Progress is a dystopian short story where freedom must be fought for, where underdogs rise against their oppressors, and honour and loyalty work hand in hand with a desire for liberty. A must-read for fans of dystopian speculative fiction and stories of resistance.

With unparalleled access, and having interviewed hundreds of people – from Amazon executives to competitors to small businesses who rely on its marketplace to survive – Dana Mattioli exposes how Amazon was driven by a competitive edge to dominate every industry it entered, bulldozed all who stood in its way, reshaped the retail landscape, transformed how Wall Street evaluates companies, and altered the very nature of the global economy.

In today’s fast-changing world of nonprofit and public service funding, just keeping up can feel like falling behind. Deadlines are tighter, expectations are higher, and funding streams are shifting beneath your feet. Whether you’re a new grant writer, a seasoned professional, or somewhere in between, Power Up Your Grant-Seeking Skills offers the clarity, momentum, and tools you need to not only keep up—but get ahead. Inside, you’ll learn how to: Jumpstart your momentum with the 3 Steps to Building Momentum Master the A.R.T. of Matching to find the right funders, faster Tips for ...

In times of crisis, many turn to prayer. We know that the prayer of a righteous man avails much, (James 5:16); however, corporate prayer changes history! It is the power engine of the Church but in many ways overlooked today in the "busyness" of our lives. In the book of Acts, community in prayer was the driving force that launched the New Testament Church onto the pages of history and the Gospel to the nations. What communities of committed prayer accomplish are not well understood in the “numbers” driven Christian culture today. Yet, in these committed cells are elements of covenant, ...

"The Beginner's Guide To Google Data Cloud is your comprehensive guide to navigating the world of Google's data cloud. This book teaches you the basics of how to use all the major tools, including BigQuery, Analytics, Sheets, and Docs. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, this book will show you how to get started with your data analytics journey." -Elijah Falode It is a digital world, and it calls for smart digital measures for both digital marketers and business owners. As a business owner or digital marketer, most of your activities revolve around using data about your business to ...

Based on his work at some of the world's largest companies, including Ford, Adidas, and Chanel, Christian Madsbjerg's Sensemaking is a provocative stand against the tyranny of big data and scientism, and an urgent, overdue defense of human intelligence. Christian Madsbjerg argues that our fixation with data often masks stunning deficiencies, and the risks for humankind are enormous. Blind devotion to number crunching imperils our businesses, our educations, our governments, and our life savings.

A Journey to Unlock the Transformative Power of Collective Prayer Are you yearning to witness the miraculous power of prayer in your life and community? Dive into "Corporate Prayer: Understanding the Efficacy and Power of Corporate Prayer," a groundbreaking book that uncovers the untapped potential of praying together. This book is not just a guide; it’s a spiritual awakening that will revolutionize your understanding and practice of corporate prayer. Imagine a community united in prayer, experiencing God’s divine intervention and miracles on an unprecedented scale. This book provides a...