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Recalibrate
Recalibrate is an essential guide for leaders striving to manage the evolving workplace dynamics shaped by Millennials and Gen Z. Co-authored by Mike McDaniel and Tony Jeary, this book dives deep into the generational shifts affecting workforce expectations, focusing on how leaders can adapt and adopt new methods to engage these younger generations effectively. Using real-world examples and their combined expertise, the authors address the increasing importance of work-life balance, personal fulfillment, and a fast-paced, technology-driven world where younger workers seek purpose, not just paychecks. Through insights on leadership, blind spots, and maintaining a positive company culture, Recalibrate offers practical advice on fostering meaningful connections and retaining top talent.
The New Rules of Investing
The rules for investing have changed. Don't get left behind. Reboot your approach with this timely guide from a wealth management powerhouse.It's not hard to grasp why we need to change the way we think about investing. Over the past twenty-five years, new developments in world affairs, demographics, technology, and more have disrupted the old reality--and these changes directly affect the financial markets and your individual portfolio. Stock picking and Buffett-style investing are the financial tools of a bygone era, yet many investors are confused about what should take their place. So what do you need to know to protect and grow your wealth in these turbulent times?As the chief investment officer of UBS, the world's largest and only truly global wealth manager, Mark Haefele oversees the team that manages and advises around $4 trillion of clients' invested wealth. Mark has spent decades advising investors of all kinds--from high school students to government officials and UBS's unique global roster of billionaires. This has enabled him to sharpen his perspective while watching the old rules fall by the wayside.In this playbook for protecting and growing your wealth, Haefele shares the investing strategies he uses at UBS and distills his battle-tested philosophy into a set of actionable rules that can guide you into a secure financial future. You'll walk away knowing How to follow the money--see where governments are investing and how this insight can drive your own investment decisions.Why you should allocate assets and think about your wealth in three portfolio "buckets" that cover short-term, long-term, and legacy scenarios.How understanding yourself and your personal money issues pays off--literally.How to get results beyond the balance sheet via impact investing, which allows you to grow your portfolio while benefitting causes you care about.Accessible explanations, client case studies, personal stories, and bottom-line summaries make The New Rules of Investing a resource you'll consult time after time. Whether you're a novice working with a financial advisor, an experienced investor, or an investment professional, you'll be better equipped to manage your wealth more efficiently, calmly, and successfully.
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Stakeholder Capitalism and Corporate Governance in Japan
Japan has long been regarded as an exemplar of a stakeholder model of corporate governance, where the interests of employees, customers, suppliers, and the wider community, in addition to shareholders, are taken into account in decision-making. However, Japan's traditional stakeholder-focused corporate governance model is facing new pressures as the economy has undergone changes, including increasing foreign share ownership, calls for more transparency and a shift towards UK and US-style corporate governance. This book provides an in-depth analysis of Japan's changes and challenges in balancing the interests of shareholders and stakeholders in corporate governance. The first section of the book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of corporate governance in Japan and its evolution. It includes information on the key regulatory and legal frameworks, including the Companies Act and the Financial Instruments and Exchange Law. The second section delves into the implementation of the Abenomics corporate governance reforms and their impact on Japan's corporate landscape. It also includes information on the codes of Stewardship (2014) and Corporate Governance (2015). The final part provides an in-depth analysis of the challenges faced by Japanese companies in terms of corporate governance and the prospects of further corporate governance reforms in Japan. It discusses the convergence trend of Japan's traditional bank-based, stakeholder-orientated corporate governance model and a shareholder value-driven corporate governance system in the UK and the US. This book is aimed at executives, policymakers, business leaders, academics, and anyone interested in the future of business and corporate governance. It will be of particular interest to those interested in learning about the unique approach to stakeholder capitalism and corporate governance that has been developed in Japan and how this approach is shaping the future of business worldwide.
The Australian Guide to Buying Your First Home
Discover how to achieve financial flexibility with this blueprint for homeownership and worry-free living Robbo Roper (aka the Aussie Mortgage Guy) is here to show you how to get out of the rental trap, get your finances sorted and buy your first (or next!) home. The Australian Guide to Buying Your First Home is not a step-by-step guide to living in a beachside mansion with a $15-million property portfolio. Instead, it is an essential real-world companion for taking control and getting into your new home faster. You'll learn how to increase your income (and borrowing power) and buy the ideal property for whatever stage of life you're in. Better still, you'll get valuable advice on how to manage and pay off your mortgage sooner. Owning your own home creates a safe haven for you and your family. Your home is not only a valuable financial investment that builds long-term wealth. It's also a place to make cherished memories and truly flourish. A home is about creating stability and a lasting legacy for you and your loved ones. At the end of the day, finding your own home is about building a happy, balanced life. Inside, Robbo brings together the advice that has made him Australia's most-followed financial content creator. You'll discover how to: Set your goals, reduce your expenses and boost your income so you can get into your first home faster Determine your borrowing power and create an action plan for savings, loans and schemes, and taxes Find a home that balances what you need with what you can afford Pay off your mortgage and become debt-free sooner Learn from everyday Aussie success stories and get the strategies you need to reach your goal of home ownership sooner. The Australian Guide to Buying Your First Home is an indispensable handbook for assessing affordability, setting realistic goals and taking control of your future.
Really Rich
From the creator of the viral series Rich vs. Really Rich, comes a modern formula for building wealth in today's economy that optimizes your quality of life over the amount in your bank account. Really Rich is a timely work of prescriptive finance by social media influencer and entrepreneur Nicholas Crown. Crown provides readers with an original, ten-point formula for building wealth and happiness:, including: 1. Create Value: Get rich by making someone else's life easier 2. Understand that time is priceless 3. Optimize for quality of life, not a dollar amount 4. Kindness is an accelerant to wealth Crown encourages his audience to embrace three foundational points: humility, iteration, and the world. These tools are essential for achieving your goals.
UNDERSTOOD The Greatest Human Need and the Key to Engagement
Presentation Pitfalls
Great presentations get ideas approved, secure funding, and drive action. But even experienced professionals fall into common traps that weaken their message and lose their audience. In Presentation Pitfalls, executive communication experts John Polk and Justin Hunsaker reveal the ten traps that cause presentations to fail--and, more importantly, the techniques to avoid them. You'll learn how to craft a compelling narrative, design slides that engage rather than distract, and deliver your message with confidence. Presenters fall into "the Frankenstein Trap" when they cobble slides together without a clear storyline, leaving audiences confused. Or they stumble into "the Lipstick on a Pig Trap," dressing up a weak message with flashy design instead of strengthening the content. Or they trip over "The Just the Facts Trap," believing that data alone is enough to persuade. These missteps--and seven others--can be the difference between winning buy-in and losing your audience. Inside, you'll discover how to: Tell a clear story Leverage graphics Reduce the noise Present with confidence Estimates put the corporate waste from ineffective presentations at over $1 billion daily. Don't let your ideas get lost in the shuffle. Whether you're leading a key meeting, presenting to senior leadership, or pitching a new idea, this book gives you the tools you need to get results. John Polk and Justin Hunsaker are on a mission to rid the world of bad presentations and the bad decisions that come with them. Presentation Pitfalls will teach you how to craft compelling presentations that engage to influence and influence to drive action.
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Serving the Public
Exploring the food we serve in schools, hospitals and prisons, this book argues that public food provision offers a microcosm of society at large. It highlights how public institutions are harnessing the power of purchase to secure public health.
Personal Finance Handbook
The Personal Finance Handbook is a comprehensive guide designed to empower individuals with the knowledge and tools necessary to take control of their financial lives. Whether you're just starting out or looking to enhance your financial skills, this handbook covers everything from budgeting and saving to investing and understanding consumer rights. With practical examples, forms, and actionable strategies, you'll learn to navigate the complexities of personal finance and work toward achieving financial freedom. Core Keywords (Highly Relevant): Personal finance guideBudgeting strategiesSaving money tipsInvesting for beginnersFinancial freedomMoney managementFinancial planningNiche Keywords (Focused on Specific Topics): Building wealthManaging debtRetirement planningConsumer rights in financeCreating a financial planEmergency fund tipsFinancial literacyAction-Oriented Keywords (For Searchers Looking for Solutions): How to save moneySteps to financial independenceSmart investing tipsMaster your financesMoney-saving strategiesBroad Appeal Keywords (To Reach a Wider Audience): Beginner's financial guideMoney tips for familiesPersonal finance for young adultsMoney skills for teensFinancial success tips
Humacriticity IV
Federico Mart穩nez Guti矇rrez's "HUMACRITICITY IV: Psychology and Education in the Age of Technoscientific Capitalism" delves into the profound transformations that education has undergone under the influence of technoscientific capitalism. This fourth installment by the author explores the implications of an educational system increasingly aligned with market demands and technological advances, questioning whether we are forming complete and critical individuals or simply efficient workers and obedient consumers.Through a rigorous and grounded analysis, the author invites readers to reflect on the true purpose of education. He proposes to recover a humanistic vision that promotes autonomy, creativity and critical thinking, reviewing and questioning current educational practices to ensure the integral well-being of learners. The book is structured in several chapters that address different aspects of the intersection between psychology, education and techno-scientific capitalism, providing both theoretical foundations and practical strategies.
The Big Book about Bitcoin and Cryptocurrencies
Chances are you've heard about bitcoin. Either it's popped up in your news feed or a friend has mentioned it. Perhaps you own some already. But what exactly is bitcoin and how can it serve as a Plan B for society? When money is no longer a reliable store of value, is bitcoin the answer? The Big Book about Bitcoin is an easy-to-understand and comprehensive guide to bitcoin and cryptocurrencies. It explains the technical parts of Bitcoin in a way that makes it easier for you to talk about with friends and coworkers. If you are looking to venture into the world of bitcoin and cryptocurrencies this is the book to start with. In the first part of The Big Book about Bitcoin, you will learn basic information about money, its origin, function, and evolution. The book begins with an entertaining walk through the history of money. It reveals how money-through manipulation by corrupt governments and experiments with inflation-has become corrupted. You will see why there is an immediate need for a better system, a Plan B. In the second part of The Big Book about Bitcoin you will learn about Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies, their history, and their future. The most important technical aspects of Bitcoin are served up in manageable, bite-size chunks. It arms any new investor with theoretical knowledge as well as practical advice on how to buy and store cryptocurrencies safely. You'll finish with a comprehensive view of the global crypto market, its diversity, and potential. Packed with funny, meme-worthy illustrations, The Big Book about Bitcoin provides you with a fresh perspective on Bitcoin and the role it will play in our future. Isn't it time you started thinking about Plan B?
Serving the Public
Exploring the food we serve in schools, hospitals and prisons, this book argues that public food provision offers a microcosm of society at large. It highlights how public institutions are harnessing the power of purchase to secure public health.
Technical Analysis for Beginners
If you've ever watched the stock market spinning madly, stocks like GameStop going up 100% and then down 50%, and wondered whether you could take a slice of the action - the answer is yes! Learn how to trade based on what the charts tell you, and you can make great returns while limiting your risks. Marty Schwartz used technical trading to boost $40,000 to $20 million in a few years, and Ray Dalio (Bridgewater Associates) built a $10bn fortune setting up computer algorithms to look for good trades. And plenty of individuals are now using zero-commission brokers like EToro and Robinhood to make their own fortunes. And you could join them! This book will make sure you don't make those mistakes. Here is just a fraction of the detailed advice you can expect in this book. - Why "the trend is your friend" - (Page 32) - How long could it take a beginner trader to take their $1k investment and scale up to $10k profit - Read more on Page 212 - The most important trading ratio that successful traders like Vic Sperandeo use to make profitable trades - (Page 215) - How you can trade the same stock again and again in a long term trend and make money every time - (Pages 44-45) - The #1 greedy mistake my friend made that you must avoid - (Page 187) - Technical trader Michael Masters claimed a 70% win rate, according to Jack Schrager in Market Wizards - learn how you can too on Page 214 - Why a 'failed' chart pattern might still create a profitable trading opportunity - (Page 132) - How to manage your funds so you don't bet the bank on a single trade - (Page 213) - These 7 common traps can ruin the success of a lot of beginner traders - (Pages 171-183) - Why this one trader suggest you should 'paper trade' for a while before using real money - (Page 217) - Understand why the FOMO mentality is so dangerous. "If you don't buy it now, you'll never be able to get into the stock" - (Page 143) ...and much, much more. Plus on Page 8, you'll also get our free bonus video masterclass; Charting Simplified Masterclass. So even if you've never read a single trading book in your life. You will immediately understand how to become a successful technical trader. Kickstart your moneymaking career today.
Humacriticity II
The traditional school of the 1980s left deep traces by prioritizing homogeneity over diversity, excluding those who did not meet the standards in Spanish and mathematics. This book reflects on the limitations of an educational system anchored in the past that perpetuates exclusion and marginalization. It questions whether the New Mexican School embraces inclusion from a decolonial perspective and explores the need for humanistic and critical teacher training. It seeks to reorient education towards a more humane and sensitive approach, recognizing the urgency of updating knowledge and practices.Because a transformative education for a better world is possible!
The Financial Pinwheel
Unlock the Secret to Perpetual Financial Freedom with The Financial PinwheelWhat if your financial future could spin effortlessly, powering your lifestyle for a lifetime without fear of slowing down or stopping? In The Financial Pinwheel, discover the simple yet profound method to build a financial life that not only meets your needs today but sustains your dreams for tomorrow.Through the engaging analogy of a pinwheel, this book guides you through understanding and mastering the four key components of financial success: Your Pinwheel's Size: Managing lifestyle expensesYour Pinwheel's Needs: Optimizing savings for your Employment ArenaYour Financial Battery: Building self-charging financial resourcesYour Pinwheel's Protections: Protecting what you have builtWhether you're an employee, entrepreneur, or somewhere in between, The Financial Pinwheel shows you how to harness your financial energy and create a plan that works for your unique situation.Written by a seasoned financial planner, this book doesn't just provide generic advice. It gives you a personalized roadmap to manage debt, save with intention, and build a self-sustaining financial system. With actionable steps, relatable stories, and easy-to-follow strategies, The Financial Pinwheel helps you take control of your finances-so you can stop worrying and start living.Start today, and let your financial pinwheel spin forever.
Buffett and Munger Unscripted
For decades, thousands of people have gathered in Omaha, Nebraska for the Berkshire Hathaway AGM, and quizzed Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger on everything from the psychology of successful investors to the future of Coca-Cola and Apple. But unless you attended, for decades you only had access to what people remembered and reported back from Omaha. In 2018, Berkshire released the archives of the annual meetings going back to 1994. Alex Morris―an equities analyst and financial writer at the TSOH Investment Research Service―watched hundreds of hours of video from these annual meetings (as well as the six AGMs held since 2018), covering more than 1,700 questions asked by shareholders over the past 31 years. He then gathered, organized and edited the most interesting material into a comprehensive and accessible form. Buffett and Munger Unscripted is the result. From the art of intelligent capital allocation to the best ways to judge and compensate management, from understanding the nature of markets to embracing the power of long-term time horizons, this is a book with compelling insights on every page. In addition to collecting many famous quotes in their original context, it is a deep treasure trove of profound insights on all aspects of investing and business. Discover the importance of avoiding difficult decisions, the first question you should ask on a potential new investment, how to recover from unsuccessful investments, the importance of finding the right owners to partner with, Buffett and Munger's book recommendations--and much more. The perfect companion to The Essays of Warren Buffett: Lessons for Corporate America and Poor Charlie's Almanack, Buffett and Munger Unscripted belongs on the bookshelf of everyone interested in the keys to success in business and investing. Note: Alex will donate 50% of his net proceeds from "Unscripted" to GLIDE, a charitable organization that Warren Buffett has supported for years. While his philanthropic endeavors are not the focus of this book, that is another part of Warren's life where he has been a role model.
Southern Horizons
Southern Horizons: Institutional Real Estate Strategies for Growth, Resource Optimization, and Long-Term Value in the U.S. South unveils the South as an untapped frontier for varied and transformative investments. From thriving metropolitan hubs to emerging secondary markets, the region offers institutional investors high-growth opportunities across resilient and dynamic asset classes.Authored by industry expert Jaha Cummings, this essential guide explores: Multifamily housing in rapidly expanding urban centers.Renewable energy-integrated developments.Heritage tourism and cultural preservation projects.Agricultural investments and eco-tourism ventures.Industrial and logistics hubs driven by the South's robust infrastructure.Tailored for pension fund managers, sovereign wealth funds, family offices, and other institutional and accredited investors, Southern Horizons provides actionable strategies to navigate the South's unparalleled potential. With in-depth analysis, real-world case studies, and practical frameworks, this book empowers readers to diversify portfolios, mitigate risks, and create lasting value.About the Author: Jaha Cummings is an accomplished investment banker, real estate development professional, and cultural preservationist with a career spanning over two decades. A graduate of Dartmouth College and an 8th-generation Floridian, Jaha combines a profound connection to the Southern U.S. with global expertise, having worked across 48 countries advising governments, corporations, and institutional investors.As an investment banker, Jaha currently raises capital for high-impact projects in real estate, energy, entertainment, healthcare, and economic revitalization. His leadership in public-private-philanthropic partnerships and sustainable development has driven transformative initiatives in multifamily housing, renewable energy integration, and heritage investments.Jaha's work reflects his commitment to aligning profitability with purpose, earning him recognition as a trusted advisor and thought leader in the industry. In Southern Horizons, he delivers a visionary guide for institutional and accredited investors seeking to navigate and capitalize on the unparalleled opportunities of the Southern U.S.
Cut-Through
A step-by-step playbook for perfecting your pitch or presentation then delivering a winning performance.
Cut-Through
A step-by-step playbook for perfecting your pitch or presentation then delivering a winning performance.
The Financial Pinwheel
Unlock the Secret to Perpetual Financial Freedom with The Financial PinwheelWhat if your financial future could spin effortlessly, powering your lifestyle for a lifetime without fear of slowing down or stopping? In The Financial Pinwheel, discover the simple yet profound method to build a financial life that not only meets your needs today but sustains your dreams for tomorrow.Through the engaging analogy of a pinwheel, this book guides you through understanding and mastering the four key components of financial success: Your Pinwheel's Size: Managing lifestyle expensesYour Pinwheel's Needs: Optimizing savings for your Employment ArenaYour Financial Battery: Building self-charging financial resourcesYour Pinwheel's Protections: Protecting what you have builtWhether you're an employee, entrepreneur, or somewhere in between, The Financial Pinwheel shows you how to harness your financial energy and create a plan that works for your unique situation.Written by a seasoned financial planner, this book doesn't just provide generic advice. It gives you a personalized roadmap to manage debt, save with intention, and build a self-sustaining financial system. With actionable steps, relatable stories, and easy-to-follow strategies, The Financial Pinwheel helps you take control of your finances-so you can stop worrying and start living.Start today, and let your financial pinwheel spin forever.
Corporate Relationship Management Strategy
This book is perfect for corporate leaders, marketing communication practitioners, and students who want to gain a deep understanding of effective relationship management.It draws on research from business, organizational psychology, and communication whose insights it applies to practice through clear and practical examples. The chapters discuss the process of building and maintaining relationships via the consistent implementation of corporate values to ensure the stakeholders' identification with the company.The reader will explore relationship management with employees and consumers in local and international environments, in offline and online interactions, and in times of crises. Finally, the chapters represent a journey into the role that leadership styles, internal cultures, and social media play in relationship management.
Reboot
A novel about personal finance-and life.Reboot tells the story of Lisa, who is recently divorced and confronted with many of the potentially intimidating financial decisions we all must make.She learns about: credit cards, car loans, home buying, Social Security, retirement living, and moreas she takes control of her finances and her life from a place of curiosity and self-respect. One reviewer wrote: "Drama blends with practical money smarts. Join this captivating journey to financial stability."
The Truth about Lies in the Workplace
You Work with a Bunch of Liars - Learn What to Do About It. Sure, everyone tells little white lies now and then, but real deception in the workplace is a poison that can destroy relationships, careers, and companies. Carol Kinsey Goman, a leading workplace body language expert, combines her own experiences with the latest research to identify fifty subtle physical and vocal cues that will enable you to spot destructive workplace lies. She analyzes the role we play in supporting lies - how our own vanities, desires, self - deceptions, and rationalizations allow us to be duped. And once you detect a lie, she provides tactical advice on how to respond, whether the liar is above, below, or on the same level as you - even if it's your boss. ''Lying in the workplace causes huge problems for business - the proper people do not get promoted, profits are generally compromised, wrong steps are made, and much more. This book should be a best seller.'' - Robert L. Dilenschneider, President and CEO, The Dilenschneider Group, and author of Power and Influence and A Briefing for Leaders. ''After 30 years in the training and development industry, I have come to trust Goman's expertise in body language and nonverbal cues in the workplace. I would recommend this book to any leader working to improve culture and effective communication within his or her organization.'' - Margie Mauldin, President, Executive Forum. ''Goman's book sheds light on a phenomenon in business that too many of us prefer to [pretend] doesn't exist: deception. A must - read for emerging and established leaders alike.'' - JD Schramm, EdD, Director, Mastery in Communication Initiative, Stanford University Graduate School of Business.
The Richest Man in Babylon
The Richest Man in Babylon by George S. Clason is a timeless classic that imparts essential principles of financial success through a series of engaging parables set in ancient Babylon. Drawing on the wisdom of the prosperous city, the book offers practical lessons on saving, investing, and wealth-building, encapsulated in stories of characters like Arkad, the titular richest man, who shares his secrets to financial prosperity. Clason emphasizes timeless advice such as living below your means, making money work for you, and embracing discipline and patience in financial planning. Blending ancient wisdom with practical strategies, the book remains a cornerstone for those seeking guidance on achieving financial independence and stability.
Coexistence - A Necessity with Many Challenges
A healthy school environment is undoubtedly a fundamental factor in the development of the teaching-learning process. In establishing the interpersonal relationships that naturally occur at school and in the classroom, good relationships are not always developed, since situations of conflict can arise, both between students and between the teacher and the students. There can also be situations of indiscipline, violence and mistreatment among colleagues. Such situations occur because school is for everyone and each person has their own way of being and behaving, although in their families and surroundings they don't always display the desired attitudes and behaviour. Education for healthy coexistence should be one of the school's major priorities, because it enables students to acquire personal and social skills that will enable them to integrate into the surrounding socio-cultural environment.
ZIP! Tips
Overloaded? Overwhelmed? Overworked? You need ZIP! Today, the fastest way to get more done is to focus on tech management - not time management. Mike Song, with the help of productivity superhero ''Z, '' shows you that the secret is right at your fingertips. The devices and software you use every day have incredible time - saving features almost nobody knows about! Once you discover them you ll effortlessly boost your performance and zoom to your goals like never before. ZIP! to what matters most in a single click! Print long phrases in two keystrokes! Convert an Outlook email into a LinkedIn contact in three keystrokes! And so much more! ''It takes guts to teach Microsoft leaders new ways to use our own technology. This book exceeded our expectations and had us all zipping along!'' - Chuck Metzger, Senior Project Manager, Microsoft. ''ZIP Tips make your entire organization better, smarter, and faster!'' - Elaine Hetu, Director, Six Sigma Training and Career Development, McKesson ''ZIP Tips help our busy salespeople soar!'' - Brenda Davis, Senior Manager, Worldwide Sales Training, United Airlines
