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Managing For Quality And Performance Excellence - Thryft
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This book is a must-read for anyone interested in improving the quality management practices of their organization. It covers a wide range of topics, including ISO 9000 certification standards, Six Sigma, and the U.S. Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award standards. The authors, both experts in the field, provide clear and concise explanations of complex concepts, and the many real-world examples help readers understand how to put these practices into action. If you're looking to become a Certified Quality Manager, this book covers most of the Body of Knowledge required for ASQ certification.
Doing Business Anywhere : The Essential Guide to Going Global - Thryft
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Doing Business Anywhere is a must-read for entrepreneurs and business leaders aiming to expand their business globally. Tom Travis provides several real-life examples and six tenets of global trade to help readers understand the intricacy of global trade. With valuable insights into social responsibility, branding, and trade relations, this book is great for anyone looking to understand the different aspects of global trade and how to navigate them to ensure sustainable growth.
Innovation - Thryft
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This book is an excellent read for entrepreneurs and business owners who want to take their businesses to the next level. The book provides insights from the CEOs and chief officers of innovation at successful companies like Pfizer, DuPont, Rubbermaid, 3M, General Electric, and others. It provides a step-by-step guide to creating and sustaining innovation and creativity within a company. The book is full of fascinating and entertaining anecdotes, such as DuPont's invention of the covered golf ball and 3M's invention of the Wet-or-Dry sandpaper. It is also introduced by Tom Peters, an undisputed leader on the subject of innovation.
World of Risk : Next Generation Strategy for a Volatile Era - Thryft
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World of Risk by Mark Daniell is a must-read for global leaders, politicians, business people and anyone concerned with the future of our world. Daniell presents an architecture of practical solutions to deal with the complex, interconnected risks of our modern world. He offers a new state-of-the-art model of global strategy and leadership, emphasizing the importance of individual commitment and collective global responsibility in combating the risks posed by economic crises, disease, crime, and environmental challenges. Highly recommended for those looking to stay ahead of future trends.
Managing Corporate Lifecycles - Thryft
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"Managing Corporate Lifecycles is a must-read for entrepreneurs and corporate leaders who want to understand the different stages of growth and maturation in organizations. This book provides valuable insights to help businesses sustain peak vitality, navigate normal problems, and achieve predictable excellence. Dr. Adizes presents his ideas in an engaging and practical way, using real-world examples, making the book relatable and easy to understand. I highly recommend this book to anyone looking to manage organizational transformation effectively."
Strategy of the Dolphin : Scoring a Win in a Chaotic World - Thryft
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This book could be a good read for someone who is seeking to gain a strategic advantage in today's complex and rapidly changing business environment. The authors use the metaphor of the dolphin to illustrate the importance of creativity, flexibility, and cooperation in achieving success. The book offers practical advice on how to maximize resources, solve problems effectively, and outmaneuver the competition. Reviews of the book often highlight its emphasis on individual and organizational transformation as the key to success in a chaotic world.
Managing In The Next Society - Thryft
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Peter F. Drucker | Truman Talley Books

Managing In The Next Society

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Managing in the Next Society is a must-read for anyone who wants to stay ahead of the curve in the business world. Drucker's keen insights into the expanding information age and the societal changes to come provide invaluable guidance for navigating a rapidly changing landscape. His analysis of the six major trends shaping The Next Society gives readers a glimpse into what the future may hold and offers practical advice for adapting to it. Highly recommended for business leaders and knowledge workers alike.
Seeing What Others Don't : The Remarkable Ways We Gain Insights - Thryft
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"Seeing What Others Don't" by Gary Klein is an insightful study that uses real-life stories to demonstrate the process of gaining clear insight. It offers five key strategies to spot connections and contradictions, transforming the way you understand things and make decisions. This book is highly recommended for those looking to gain a unique perspective and learn from practical examples.
Management: Tasks, Responsibilities, Practices - Thryft
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This book is a must-read for anyone aspiring to become a competent manager, or even for someone who currently manages a team. Drucker's book highlights the importance of people in the management equation and that people rather than forces or facts are what truly contributes to successful management. It emphasizes that every achievement and failure is directly linked to the manager, making it necessary for anyone looking to better understand the intricacies of management to add this book to their reading list.
See You at the Top - Thryft
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Zig Ziglar | Butterworth-heinemann Ltd

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Recommendation: See You at the Top is an excellent choice for those seeking to learn practical and effective methods for success. Zig Ziglar offers step-by-step instructions that are easy to follow and will help readers transform their mindset, behaviors, and thinking patterns. The book also stresses the importance of character, integrity, and faith, making it an essential read for anyone looking to build a meaningful and successful life.
Thinking In Bets - Thryft
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Annie Duke | Portfolio

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"Thinking In Bets" is a must-read for anyone who wants to improve their decision-making skills. Annie Duke shares valuable tools for embracing uncertainty and making better decisions, drawing examples from business, sports, politics, and poker. By shifting your thinking from a need for certainty to a goal of accurately assessing what you know and what you don't, you'll become more confident, calm, compassionate, and successful in the long run. This book encourages readers to embrace uncertainty, consider different outcomes, and make the best decision based on the available information.
Working With Emotional Intelligence - Thryft
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Daniel Goleman | Bantam

Working With Emotional Intelligence

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This book could be a good read for individuals who are looking to improve their emotional intelligence in a professional setting. It emphasizes the importance of emotional and social skills over IQ and provides practical techniques to enhance these skills. Users may appreciate Goleman's insights into how emotional intelligence can impact one's success in the workplace and his compelling arguments for cultivating these skills.
Crossing the Chasm : Marketing and Selling Technology Products to Mainstream Customers - Thryft
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Crossing the Chasm is a must-read for entrepreneurs, marketers and product managers looking to take their high-tech products to mainstream customers. With an updated coverage of the Internet, the book provides practical insights and a revolutionary new model to help bridge the gap between early adopters and mainstream customers. Users have found the book’s unique framework and actionable advice to be invaluable in building successful products and businesses.
International Business - Themes And Issues In The Modern Global Economy - Thryft
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This book provides a comprehensive understanding of the many aspects of globalization and how they affect global business operations. Recommended for students and professionals seeking to gain a nuanced understanding of international business.
Loose - The Future Of Business Is Letting Go - Thryft
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Martin Thomas | Headline

Loose - The Future Of Business Is Letting Go

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Loose could be the right book for users who want to explore and learn about new management styles that are being adopted by global corporations and governments. The book makes a compelling case for 'letting go' as the future of business. It provides examples and case studies to show how companies can be managed in a more open and flexible way. Users who are interested in how to build brands, engage with customers, market products and services, and transform their businesses in light of changing times will benefit from reading this book.
This book is an ideal read for business leaders looking to spearhead change initiatives within their organizations. With "The Heart Of Change," Kotter and Cohen present a clear, eight-step program that helps readers understand how to produce change effectively at a large scale. The book's most unique feature is the inclusion of more than 100 organizational stories, which provide readers with a realistic and comprehensive understanding of how these principles can be applied in real-world business scenarios.
This book is perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs who want to start their own businesses or grow the existing ones. It provides practical advice, inspirational stories, and expert guidance from the Sharks themselves. With this book, you will learn how to shape your business idea, plan for a successful launch, and create a growth plan that will help you handle challenges and harness success. The unique feature of this book is the 'Where Are They Now' boxes that reveal what happened to some of the most popular contestants on the show and what they learned in the process. Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone who wants to jump-start their business and succeed in the competitive world of entrepreneurship.
Supergrowth Companies : Entrepreneurs in Action - Thryft
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Supergrowth Companies is a great read for entrepreneurs and managers who are looking for analytical insights to drive their businesses forward. The book provides a comprehensive examination of over 200 businesses, including The Body Shop and Amstrad, giving the reader access to the growth strategies, leadership styles, and organizational expansion tactics used by successful companies. With its combination of interviews and case studies, Supergrowth Companies offers practical advice for anyone committed to growing their business.
Winning with the P&G : 99 Principles and Practices of Procter & Gamble's Success - Thryft
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This book is an excellent read for anyone looking to gain insights into the strategies and principles of one of the world's best-managed companies. The author, a former brand manager for P&G, provides a thorough analysis of P&G's approach to business and shares valuable lessons that readers can apply to their own endeavors. With its practical tips and easy-to-understand language, this book is a must-read for entrepreneurs and business leaders who are looking to enhance their managerial skills and drive their businesses to greater success.
The Big Ten : The Big Emerging Markets And How They Will Change Our Lives - Thryft
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This book is a must-read for those interested in understanding the economic and political influence of emerging markets such as Mexico, Brazil, China, India, and South Africa. Garten's comprehensive plan provides a robust framework on how America can meet these challenges while addressing issues of ethical and strategic dilemmas. The book presents real-life stories that make the content relatable to readers, thereby redefining the way we think about America's global role in the twenty-first century.
Juran on Quality by Design : The New Steps for Planning Quality into Goods and Services - Thryft
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Juran on Quality by Design offers a comprehensive approach to planning quality that is applicable to the three major sectors of the economy. This book provides a practical plan for companies to achieve their strategic, market-driven goals by following a structural approach to planning quality. J.M. Juran emphasizes the importance of setting quality goals, planning in "multifunctional" processes, establishing data bases for quality planning, motivating managers and the work force, and introducing quality planning into organizations. It is an essential read for any business seeking to improve their quality planning and achieve success.
Recommended because the book provides tangible case studies on how political leaders can identify economic opportunities in their countries and use strategic marketing to help their economies compete in the global marketplace. The book's unique feature is showcasing successful examples from various regions such as Japan, China, Latin America and Eastern Europe.
Managing Across Borders : The Transnational Solution - Thryft
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"Managing Across Borders" is a great read for managers and executives in multinational companies. It provides practical advice on developing organizational structure, administrative processes, management thinking and practice that are necessary to implement new strategies in the face of globalization. The book is backed by insights from over 230 interviews with managers from leading companies such as Matsushita, Proctor & Gamble, Ericsson and KFC. The case studies make it an interesting and helpful read for anyone looking to improve their global management strategies.
Recommendation: This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand why innovation initiatives fail and how to successfully develop and market new products. Hodock's case history approach and analysis of typical innovation blunders provide valuable insights on how to avoid the mistakes that can doom new product development. The book also offers best practices that can lead to successful innovation and a doubling of the bottom line for any company. Anyone interested in the future of American business will find this book informative and thought-provoking.
Fast Cycle Time : How to Align Purpose, Strategy and Structure for Speed - Thryft
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This book is perfect for business leaders who want to increase their company's productivity and efficiency. Meyer provides a step-by-step process to help businesses reduce non-value-added activities and empower their workforce to learn faster. The book's unique approach to productivity sets it apart from other business books and makes it a must-read for any company looking to stay competitive in the rapidly changing market.
Strategy Synthesis : Blending Conflicting Perspectives to Create Competitive Advantage - Thryft
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This book could be a good read for business students, entrepreneurs, and managers who want to learn about creating a competitive advantage using different perspectives. It provides a comprehensive guide on how to blend conflicting views to develop a successful business strategy. The short case studies included in each chapter offer practical examples that demonstrate how to apply the strategies discussed in real-world scenarios. Overall, this book provides a unique and practical approach to strategy development that readers can apply to their own businesses.
General Managers - Thryft
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John P. Kotter | Free Press

General Managers

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This book is a must-read for anyone aspiring to become a successful manager. Kotter's detailed study of 15 top GMs highlights the critical role of specializing in one industry for years. He argues that gaining industry-specific knowledge and building informal networks take time, making it difficult for outsiders to match long-term specialists. The book offers valuable insights and strategies to help managers establish cooperative working relationships and excel in their industries.
Joining Forces - Thryft
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Mitchell Lee Marks, Philip Mirvis  | John Wiley & Sons

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Recommendation: Joining Forces provides crucial insights into the world of mergers and acquisitions, helping businesses plan and align both people and processes, ensuring that they create a sustainable competitive advantage. With clear and concise advice from pre-merger planning to post-merger alignment, it is an ideal read for professionals in this space who are looking to create value from their M&A transactions.
Made In Japan - Akio Morita And Sony - Thryft
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This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the story behind the founding of one of the world's largest companies, Sony. Akio Morita's leadership and vision for innovation is captured brilliantly in this book, making it a great recommendation for entrepreneurs looking for inspiration. The book offers insights into the world economy and the relationship between Japan and the US.
The New Realities by Peter Drucker offers an insightful analysis of current and future issues and developments in politics, economics, and society. Drucker's strong and controversial perspectives challenge conventional thinking and provoke critical examination of the status quo. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the complex and changing world around us.
The Firm is an eye-opening read for anyone interested in the inner workings of the world's top management consultancy. Duff McDonald's extensive research uncovers both the positive and negative aspects of McKinsey's influence on businesses and governments. Readers will be intrigued by the previously undocumented workings of McKinsey and its impact on the corporate world.
The Four : The Hidden DNA of Amazon, Apple, Facebook, and Google - Thryft
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The Four is a must-read for anyone interested in the tech and business world. The book takes a deep dive into the success stories behind Amazon, Apple, Facebook, and Google and uncovers the strategies that fueled their ascent. It challenges common misconceptions and highlights the factors that make these companies so influential. Readers will learn how they can apply these lessons to their own careers or businesses to achieve similar success.
International Business - Challenges In A Changing World - Thryft
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This book is ideal for business students interested in global business and its challenges in the changing world. It features case studies that cover large and small businesses from various countries, and highlights contemporary issues such as corporate social responsibility, ethics, governance, and global warming. The book encourages critical thinking and provides an international perspective on running a successful business.
Strategy - An International Perspective - Thryft
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Strategy - An International Perspective

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Recommendation: This book is a great resource for those looking to gain a comprehensive understanding of strategic management from multiple perspectives. It is particularly suitable for students seeking to become strategic thinkers, as the book guides readers through the many different viewpoints in the field. Overall, this book offers a unique and valuable approach to understanding strategic management.
Heroes And Villains Of Finance - The 50 Most Colourful Characters In The History Of Finance - Thryft
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This book provides an engaging way to learn about key players and events that have shaped the financial world we live in today. In particular, readers interested in biographies and history will enjoy learning about the lives of individuals such as Charles Ponzi and Deng Xiaoping, and their lasting impact on finance and society.
Swim with the Sharks without Being Eaten Alive - Thryft
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This book offers practical tips and techniques on how to succeed in the cut-throat world of business. It shows readers how to successfully sell, manage, motivate, negotiate, and gather information that would make them stand out from the competition. Mackay's book is not just about business; it’s about being successful in whatever one does. Readers will not only learn the tactics and strategies they need to become successful, they will also find inspiration in the author's own story of how he turned a failing envelope company into a multimillion-dollar corporation.
Management Redeemed : Debunking the Fads That Undermine Our Corporate Performance - Thryft
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"Management Redeemed" would be a great read for individuals seeking to learn about prevalent but misconceived management practices. The author, Lex Donaldson, takes a comprehensive look at several global companies and debunks the myths they have adopted. The book focuses on the notion that a strong management system can improve an organization's performance contrary to popular beliefs that the opposite is true. Donaldson's expertise in organizational design comes through in his writing style, making the book an enjoyable and informative read for anyone interested in debunking corporate myths.
Imagining India : The Idea of a Renewed Nation - Thryft
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"Imagining India" is a great read for individuals interested in learning about the economic and cultural evolution of India. Nilekani presents a comprehensive analysis of the central ideas that have shaped India throughout its recent economic boom, and highlights the key ideas for ongoing infrastructure developments. Readers will appreciate the author's clear presentation style and will walk away with a new appreciation for India's potential for growth and innovation.
Contemporary Strategy Analysis and Cases : Text and Cases - Thryft
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Robert M. Grant | Wiley

Contemporary Strategy Analysis and Cases : Text and Cases

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This book is a clear and concise guide to understanding the fundamental concepts of strategy, with a focus on practical applications. The author uses real-world examples to illustrate the theory and emphasizes the importance of reconciling conflicting business objectives. The book is ideal for MBA students and advanced undergraduates looking to develop a comprehensive understanding of strategic management.
Building a Chain of Customers : Linking Business Functions to Create the World Class Company - Thryft
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"Building a Chain of Customers" is an insightful read for business professionals who want to elevate their organization to the next level. Richard Schonberger introduces a unique concept of creating a "chain of customers" that links the four main business functions to form a continuous flow of action. Through numerous real-life examples, the author shows how this concept improves response rates, product quality, cost-effectiveness, and flexibility to change volume and product mix. This book's most distinctive feature is its ability to provide a comprehensive perspective on business operations, making it invaluable for anyone seeking to create a world-class company.
FIFTY SECRETS OF SINGAPORE’S SUCCESS - Thryft
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This book is an excellent read for anyone interested in Singapore's path to success. The book presents a clear and concise analysis of Singapore's journey, highlighting the policies, strategies, and values that have been instrumental in making Singapore what it is today. By reading this book, you will gain a better understanding of Singaporean culture, history, and politics, and how these have shaped its remarkable success story.
Strategic Management: Concepts : Competitiveness and Globalization - Thryft
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This book provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of strategic management through the integration of classic organizational models and modern trends. It draws inspiration from over 500 leading companies worldwide and aids the reader in implementing practical strategies that can help them create and maintain a competitive edge. With MindTap, readers can hone their leadership skills and attain success in their respective fields.
Wilful Blindness : Why We Ignore the Obvious at Our Peril - Thryft
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Wilful Blindness is a highly recommended read for executives who want to avoid the fate of Enron's Chief Executives. Heffernan discusses how our innate personalities and the pressures of our work lives cause us to ignore the obvious and turn a blind eye towards corruption and the problems in our organization. She weaves in anecdotes and social psychology to show how rationalization and selective vision combine to prevent us from blowing the whistle, making it a thought-provoking read.
Warren Buffett's Management Secrets: Proven Tools for Personal and Business Success - Thryft
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This book is a must-read for anyone interested in learning the strategies and decision-making processes of one of the most successful investors of our time. The authors provide insightful anecdotes and quotes that showcase how Warren Buffet's philosophies can be applied to both personal and professional management. The book also sheds light on Buffet's leadership qualities, and how he integrated these learnings into a winning management formula.
The Starfish And The Spider : The Unstoppable Power of Leaderless Organizations - Thryft
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The Starfish and The Spider is a must-read for anyone interested in learning about unconventional yet highly successful organizations. The unique and distinctive feature of the book is the comparison of starfish and spider organizations- where spider organizations are centralized and hierarchical, starfish organizations are decentralized and operate with a flat structure. The authors use real-life examples to reveal the power of leaderless organizations and demonstrate that they can be highly effective in achieving success.
Investing For Prosperity is a must-read for anyone interested in the UK's economic policies. The book serves as a manifesto for growth, calling on policymakers to invest in the institutional structures needed to support long-term growth. The authors, Tim Besley and John Van Reenen, provide a detailed analysis of the economic problems facing the UK and propose solutions for achieving sustained growth. The book's most significant strength lies in its ability to provide a broad overview of the challenges while offering practical solutions for policymakers. Overall, a compelling call to action for anyone interested in the UK economy.
Lights Out - Pride, Delusion, And The Fall Of General Electric - Thryft
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Lights Out is a must-read for those interested in the inner workings and culture of a major corporation. Gryta and Mann tell the gripping story of GE's rapid decline, shedding light on the personalities, mistakes, and company culture that ultimately led to its downfall. Readers will gain a newfound appreciation for the importance of sound leadership and organizational behavior in a successful business.
The Myth of the Strong Leader : Political Leadership in the Modern Age - Thryft
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The Myth of the Strong Leader challenges the myth that political leaders are strong when they act alone. By examining leaders such as FDR, Mikhail Gorbachev and Nelson Mandela, Brown highlights the different types and qualities of leadership. Recommended for those interested in politics and leadership who want to rethink their preconceptions about what it means to lead.
Amazon Unbound - Thryft
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Brad Stone | Simon & Schuster

Amazon Unbound

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Amazon Unbound could be a good read for business enthusiasts who want to understand one of the world's most powerful and feared companies' operations. The book covers Amazon's evolution and acquisitions over the last decade, including the turn in public sentiment that criticizes Amazon's monopolistic practices. The book provides a well-researched and unvarnished portrait of Amazon's founder, Jeff Bezos.
In Search of Excellence : Lessons from America's Best-run Companies - Thryft
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"In Search of Excellence" could be a good read for someone who is interested in learning about successful management strategies and wants to gain insights from some of America's best-run companies. This book offers practical advice and is both thought-provoking and enjoyable to read. Users may appreciate the unique approach of combining insightful lessons with an engaging writing style.

Unlock the World of Economics

At Thryft, our Economics collection opens up pathways to understanding complex economic theories and real-world applications. Whether you’re interested in microeconomics, macroeconomics, or behavioural economics, our carefully curated selection is designed to enrich your knowledge. Discover works from Nobel laureates and renowned economists that are essential for students, professionals, and enthusiasts who crave a deeper understanding of the economy.