Strategic Management

Artificial intelligence, or AI, can recognize a pattern from any set of data it is given, which is what makes it such an extraordinarily powerful tool. But because not all patterns are authentic or reliable, AI’s pattern-finding superpower can lead to spurious patterns. Hence the conundrum at the heart of AI: its greatest strength can also be its greatest weakness. Targeting the businessperson who needs to know how to use AI profitably and responsibly, Caleb Briggs and Rex Briggs offer a foundational understanding of AI that is easy to grasp yet thorough enough to be used effectively.

Pharmaceutical companies launch new products for two fundamental reasons, new products drive growth and growth drives valuations. But consistent growth has never been harder to come by. The decreasing tenure of companies in the S&P 500 Index is an indication of this. The 33-year average tenure of companies in 1964 declined to 24 years by 2016 and is projected to shrink to just 12 years by 2027. More than ever, companies must understand the levers that accelerate growth and put their shoulders behind them.

In Ruthless Consistency, Michael Canic identifies the three surprising reasons most strategic change initiatives fail: Leaders unwittingly send mixed messages that demotivate their people and undermine those initiatives; leaders focus on what they do instead of what their people experience; and leaders are not as committed as they think they are or need to be. The book then introduces an intuitive yet comprehensive model for success.

The world is changing drastically before our eyes - will you be prepared for what comes next? A groundbreaking analysis from one of the world's foremost experts on global trends, including analysis on how COVID-19 will amplify and accelerate each of these changes. By 2030: there will be more grandparents than grandchildren; the middle class in Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa will outnumber the US and Europe combined; the global economy will be driven by the non-Western consumer for the first time in modern history; and much more....

"Strategic Wealth" is a comprehensive guide designed for investors looking to elevate their investment strategy and manage risks effectively. This eBook delves into sophisticated investment methodologies, the importance of technical and fundamental analysis, and the role of alternative investments in diversifying your portfolio. Learn to navigate the complexities of market research, understand the psychological aspects of investing, and embrace ethical and sustainable investment practices. With a focus on advanced strategies and risk management techniques, this guide is your roadmap to ...

Your projects, programs, and career turn on the difference between "no" and "yes". Yet selling ideas, especially the kinds of ideas that make organizations work, is a skill shrouded in mystery. Part emotional intelligence, part politics, part rhetoric, and part psychology, selling ideas is not like tricking someone out of his money. It's about helping others to see things your way: engaging their minds and imaginations.

A System-Driven LitRPG of Expansion, Espionage, and the Awakening World The observatory awakens. The world begins to watch. Greenreach’s rise from ruins continues—but as construction expands to the mysterious Watchtower Ridge, Edwin uncovers a relic of ancient power: a dormant observatory that once linked Strongholds across the realm. Activating it could reshape the region. Or draw the wrong eyes. 🛰️ Reconnect the system. Reawaken the map. Redefine the rules. 👁️ Unknown factions emerge—including a shadowy power called Bastion and a saboteur working in secret. ⚔️ ...

Conquer the CMA Exams: Certified Management Accountant All-in-One Study Guide delivers a concise, structured overview of the full CMA exam content, covering both Part 1 and Part 2 domains. Designed for busy professionals, this unofficial guide simplifies complex topics in financial planning, analysis, control, decision-making, and strategic financial management. Each chapter breaks down essential concepts to help candidates focus on what matters most—understanding the principles, applying them to real scenarios, and reinforcing key study priorities. This book is not intended to replace ...

What is strategic thinking exactly? Are we born with it, or can we nurture it? As a distinct and important capability in leaders, strategic thinking is a remarkably poorly defined, little understood concept, confined to management courses and board meetings. But in The Art of Strategic Thinking, world-renowned expert Michael Watkins shows leaders how they can benefit from it, as long as they have the tools to nurture it.

An insightful new work from the multimillion-copy best-selling author Sean Covey and the FranklinCovey organization, based on their work with hundreds of thousands of employees and large companies. It unveils the essential disciplines proven to help businesses and individuals realize their most important goals.

The mainstream forecasts fall into three camps. One considers today as the "new normal," where ordering a ride or food on a smartphone or trading in bitcoins is as good as it's going to get. Another foresees a dystopian era of widespread, digitally driven job—and business—destruction. A third believes that the only technological revolution that matters will be found with renewable energy and electric cars. But according to Mills, a convergence of technologies will instead drive an economic boom over the coming decade, one that historians will characterize as the "Roaring 2020s."

There is no CEO task more significant than leading change in an organization whose old business model needs updating. Large-scale change involves rethinking how to engage customers, partners, and suppliers with new technology and hard decisions about how to reorganize internal operations—plus the challenges of executing the transformation. Too many things can go wrong, from natural organizational resistance and inertia, to lack of strategic focus, to execution problems. And yet, organizations today must be more dynamic than ever before.

HR 2.0: Rebooting the People & Profit Engine of Tomorrow – Redefining Talent Strategy and Performance Culture for Sustainable Growth: Unlock the Future of HR. Transform People into Performance. HR 2.0 is not just a book—it's a blueprint for reimagining Human Resources as a strategic powerhouse in the age of digital disruption, ESG mandates, and rapid workforce evolution. Packed with real-world Case Studies, Futuristic insights, and Field-tested Frameworks, this book equips CHROs, HR leaders, and CEOs with the tools to: Build high-impact competency-based hiring systems Create agile ...

This CMA Part 1 study guide dives deep into the core concepts of financial planning, performance, and analytics, ensuring a thorough understanding of each topic. Key Features: Comprehensive Coverage: Each chapter meticulously covers the key areas of the CMA Part 1 exam, including financial planning, external financial reporting decisions, financial statement analysis, budgeting, performance management, cost management, internal controls, and more. Detailed Explanations: Concepts are explained in a straightforward manner, making complex topics accessible and easy to understand. Each chapter ...

The author of the acclaimed New York Times best seller The Next 100 Years now focuses his geopolitical forecasting acumen on the next decade and the imminent events and challenges that will test America and the world, specifically addressing the skills that will be required by the decade’s leaders. The next 10 years will be a time of massive transition. In The Next Decade, George Friedman offers listeners a pro­vocative and endlessly fascinating prognosis for the immedi­ate future.

Conquer the CMA Part 2 Exam: Certified Management Accountant Exam Study Guide offers a clear and focused overview of the key topics covered on the CMA Part 2 exam, specifically in the domain of Strategic Financial Management. This unofficial guide is designed for busy professionals seeking a compact supplement to more comprehensive study tools. Rather than attempting to cover every detail, it helps readers zero in on the most essential areas: risk assessment, financial decision-making, performance management, and long-term strategic planning. This guide walks you through the core principles...

Black Faces in High Places is the essential guide for Black professionals who are moving up through their organizations or industries but need a roadmap for how to get to the top and stay there. Based on the authors' considerable experiences in business, in the public eye, and as a minority, the book shows how African-American professionals can (and must) think and act both entrepreneurially and "intrapreneurially".

Why is the Mona Lisa the most famous painting in the world? Why did Facebook succeed when other social networking sites failed? Did the surge in Iraq really lead to less violence? How much can CEO’s impact the performance of their companies? And does higher pay incentivize people to work hard? If you think the answers to these questions are a matter of common sense, think again.

The Art of Strategic Partnering is a how-to guide for creating and managing successful strategic partnerships. Made for entrepreneurial leaders and executives, this audiobook shows you how to grow a company and achieve game-changing results. Learn tried-and-true lessons from a Silicon Valley industry expert who has successfully negotiated and managed more than 150 strategic partnerships.

Scale your company and prepare it for exit with the Billion Dollar Bullseye formula, inspired by Jonathan “JCron” Cronstedt's remarkable two-billion-dollar valuation journey as the president of Kajabi. As a visionary entrepreneur, JCron shares his invaluable insights and strategies for scaling businesses to unprecedented heights and how to navigate the resulting options intentionally. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or an aspiring business owner dreaming of your own billion-dollar bullseye, this book provides the blueprint for achieving your goals.