Global Business

An inspiring personal story of redemption, second chances, and the transformative power within us all, from the founder and CEO of the nonprofit charity: water. In the tradition of such best-selling books as Shoe Dog and Mountains Beyond Mountains, Thirst is a riveting account of how to build a better charity, a better business, a better life - and a gritty tale that proves it’s never too late to make a change.

Who is the richest person in the world, ever? Does where you were born affect how much money you'll earn over a lifetime? How would we know? Why, beyond the idle curiosity, do these questions even matter? In The Haves and the Have-Nots, Branko Milanovic, one of the world's leading experts on wealth, poverty, and the gap that separates them, explains these and other mysteries of how wealth is unevenly spread throughout our world, now and through time.

What's Wrong with China is the widely anticipated follow-up to Paul Midler's Poorly Made in China, an expose of China manufacturing practices. Applying a wider lens in this account, he reveals many of the deep problems affecting Chinese society as a whole. Once again, Midler delivers the goods by rejecting commonly held notions, breaking down old myths, and providing fresh explanations of lesser-understood cultural phenomena.

Taking the Cape Off shares Fire Chief Pat Kenny's journey to overcome his perceived failure as a leader in his most cherished duty, that of being a protector. His "Cape" failed to protect his 20-year-old son Sean from dying by suicide after a lifelong battle with mental illness. His anguish was complicated by his role as the leader of a fire department.

In an era where the foundational elements of business are being disrupted, Essential emerges as a crucial guide for leaders navigating the profound changes reshaping industries and markets worldwide. This book, penned by a team of seasoned business and leadership strategists, offers a radical and necessary perspective on management transformation, emphasizing the importance of human-centered leadership in meeting the full potential of the technology age.

Start with the Vision introduces a powerful planning process called the six-step process that will help any person or team navigate change, create solutions, and develop an actionable plan. A person can take any challenge or opportunity and use the six-step process to create a clear path forward. When challenges arise, most people start with the problem, which is the exact wrong place to start. Instead, the six-step process will shift the focus away from the problem to the best starting point – the vision!

In From Ideas to Impact, Michael Sheldrick delivers an inspiring and insightful discussion on how to implement social impact by driving policy change.

Every sign points to a collapsing worldwide population by the end of this century. In his new book Dennis Marx uses statistical and evolutionary analysis to show… That the population explosion of the 20th century has turned into the population implosion of the 21st century That worldwide human fertility is falling Humans are currently evolving exponentially faster than at any time in the past How these new trends will effect business, politics and culture. How business and investment practices can best take advantage of these trends. By examining the demographic details across the globe, ...

About the Book: In today's highly competitive market, it is important for supermarkets to have effective marketing strategies in place to promote their products and stand out from their competitors. This book provides a comprehensive guide on the various marketing practices followed by leading supermarkets around the world, such as ASDA, Walmart, TESCO, Coles, Shawpno, and Sainsbury. The book covers topics such as product pricing, promotional strategies, customer segmentation, social media marketing, and much more. It also provides practical advice on how to reduce fixed and operating costs...

For decades, IBM shaped the way the world did business. IBM products were in every large organization, and IBM corporate culture established a management style that was imitated by companies around the globe. It was “Big Blue”—an icon. And yet over the years, IBM has gone through both failure and success. The company almost went out of business in the early 1990s, then came back strong with new business strategies and an emphasis on artificial intelligence. In this authoritative history, James Cortada tells the story of one of the most influential American companies of the last century.

How to Succeed in the Music Industry in 2025 and Beyond is your ultimate guide to thriving as an independent artist, producer, or DJ in today’s digital landscape. This audiobook breaks down the essential steps to build your brand, market your music, and create multiple income streams while staying true to your artistry.

The rising unhappiness that leaders didn’t see. That’s because while leaders pay close attention to measures like GDP or unemployment, almost none of them track their citizens’ well-being. The implications of this blind spot are significant and far-reaching—leaders missed the citizen unhappiness that triggered events ranging from the Arab uprisings to Brexit to the election of Donald Trump. What are they going to miss next?

Unlock the Secrets to Global Tax Success: Master International Tax Laws and Propel Your Business Forward! Are you ready to conquer the world of international taxation and elevate your business to new heights? Dive into "Global Tax Mastery: Navigating International Tax Laws for Business Success," a comprehensive guide designed to empower business owners, financial professionals, and entrepreneurs with the essential knowledge and strategies to navigate the complexities of global tax laws. Discover the transformative power of understanding international taxation. This guide is meticulously ...

This audiobook is about learning to live the message of the Good Samaritan in the context of the globalized world of the 21st century. This means learning to love our global neighbor wisely by harnessing the resources at our disposal - our time, talents, opportunities, and money - on behalf of those who are victims of injustice, disease, violence, and poverty.

Today’s 21st-century leaders face tremendous pressure in an increasingly complex and fast-changing world, where traditional leadership models have become obsolete. To transform and transcend these challenges a new type of leadership is essential. The solution? Systems Inspired Leadership (SIL): a powerful alternative for innovative leaders. Instead of an outmoded and ineffective top-down, leader-knows-all style that results in stress, pressure, and anxiety, SIL offers a fresh proven approach for achieving optimal results for your organization.

If the consumer economy had a sex, it would be female. If the business world had a sex, it would be male. And therein lies the pickle. Women are the engine of the global economy, driving nearly 80 percent of consumer household spending in the United States alone. They hold the purse strings, and when they've got a tight grip on them as they do now, companies must be shrewder than ever to win them over.

Everyone is always changing the world. What we do and how we do it affects our family, friends and colleagues, for better or for worse. But some people change the world more than others. Some succeed because they are geniuses, some because they are lucky and some because they are rich and powerful. But you do not need to be a genius, lucky, rich or powerful to have a profound impact on our world. All you need is an idea and the determination to make it happen.

What can you learn from the most successful companies in the world? The NBA Story will help you understand and adopt the competitive strategies, workplace culture, and daily business practices that enabled the exciting basketball league to become the powerhouse it is today.

"Brain Science For The Soul - Time To Update Your Leadership Playbook" is a transformative guide that intertwines the principles of neuroscience, cognitive psychology, and leadership. Authored by Adriana Vela, a renowned thought leader in transformational human performance, this book masterfully blends scientific insight and what it means to the soul - a crucial tool for current and future leaders navigating the complexities of modern organizational environments.Traditional leadership models are becoming obsolete in a rapidly evolving world characterized by volatility, uncertainty, ...

¿Estas harto de siempre caer en lo mismo, una y otra vez? y no poder de una buena vez acabar con el ciclo sin fin en tu relación tóxica…entonces este libro es para ti.