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The Labor Relations Process - A Partnership Approach To Creating Strategic Competitive Advantage - Thryft
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The Labor Relations Process - A Partnership Approach To Creating Strategic Competitive Advantage

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This book provides a comprehensive approach for managing labor relations and creating strategic advantage through partnerships. It focuses on the importance of collaboration between management and employees, as well as the key issues and challenges that arise during the labor management process. Reviewers have praised the book's practical insights and its ability to help organizations improve their labor relations and competitiveness.
Law, Legislation & Liberty, V 3 (Paper Only) : Vol 3, the Political Order of a Free People - Thryft
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Friedrich A. Hayek | University Of Chicago Press

Law, Legislation & Liberty, V 3 (Paper Only) : Vol 3, the Political Order of a Free People

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Recommendation: "Law, Legislation & Liberty, V 3" by F. A. Hayek is an essential read for those interested in understanding the fundamental political principles that support free societies. Hayek's incisive and straightforward writing style provides a clear and uncompromising exposition of political philosophy. This book is perfect for scholars of economics, law, and political science who are interested in exploring new ideas and ways to sustain a free society.
Who Cleans The Park? - Public Work And Urban Governance In New York City - Thryft
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John Krinsky, Maud Simonet  | University Of Chicago Press

Who Cleans The Park? - Public Work And Urban Governance In New York City

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"Who Cleans the Park?" is a must-read for those who are interested in understanding the invisible work that goes into maintaining public spaces. The authors offer unique insights into the changing nature of public work, from welfare reforms to public-private partnerships. With a focus on New York City, the book examines different groups of people who maintain parks, such as unionized city workers and non-profit park conservancies. It raises important questions about public work and who it ultimately benefits.
Making Globalization Work - Thryft
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Joseph E. Stiglitz | W. W. Norton & Company

Making Globalization Work

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"Making Globalization Work" by Joseph E. Stiglitz could be a great read for individuals interested in understanding the challenges faced by the world in globalization. The book offers inventive solutions to problems such as international fiscal instability, worldwide pollution, and the indebtedness of developing countries. The author also argues for the reform of global financial institutions, trade agreements, and intellectual property laws to make them better suited to respond to the growing gap between the richest and poorest countries. This trenchant and intellectually powerful book is an invaluable step towards a better global community.
Common Wealth : Economics for a Crowded Planet - Thryft
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Jeffrey D. Sachs | Penguin Books Ltd

Common Wealth : Economics for a Crowded Planet

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This book is a must-read for anyone concerned about the future of our planet. It provides in-depth insights into the interconnectedness of the environment, politics, and economics and offers practical solutions to tackle the challenges we face. The author, Jeffrey Sachs, is a renowned economist and his ideas on sustainable development are well-researched and presented in a clear and concise manner. The book's most unique feature is its emphasis on the need for long-term thinking and cooperation, which is crucial for a sustainable future. Highly recommended for anyone seeking to make a positive impact on our planet.
What Then Must We Do? : Straight Talk about the Next American Revolution - Thryft
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What Then Must We Do? : Straight Talk about the Next American Revolution

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What Then Must We Do? is a must-read for those frustrated with the current economic system. Gar Alperovitz proposes a new system entirely, democratizing wealth and strengthening communities. Written in an accessible yet elegant style, this book is perfect for anyone looking to move from anger to strategy and be a part of a new-economy movement.
Management Accounting - The Cornerstone For Business Decisions - Thryft
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Maryanne M. Mowen

Management Accounting - The Cornerstone For Business Decisions

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"Management Accounting - The Cornerstone For Business Decisions" could be a good read for business students and managers who want to have a strong foundation in making business decisions. The book uses real-world companies as examples, specifically Kicker Car Speakers, to illustrate accounting concepts. Personal Trainer 3.0 is also included as an interactive tool to develop managerial accounting skills. Overall, the book provides a solid foundation for readers to make informed business decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions in Quantitative Finance - Thryft
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Paul Wilmott | Wiley

Frequently Asked Questions in Quantitative Finance

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This book is ideal for individuals looking to build a career in quantitative finance or enhance their knowledge of the subject. It provides a comprehensive overview of important concepts, and offers practical insights into understanding and modeling financial data. With a balance of theoretical and practical perspectives, this book is an excellent resource for anyone seeking to improve their understanding of quantitative finance.
Big Trends in Trading : Strategies to Master Major Market Moves - Thryft
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Price Headley | Wiley

Big Trends in Trading : Strategies to Master Major Market Moves

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This book is perfect for investors who are looking to improve their trading strategies and achieve maximum results. The author emphasizes the importance of identifying big market trends rather than focusing on daily trading. He provides readers with expert knowledge on major market indicators and empowers them with stock and options selection techniques that work in virtually every type of market. This book is essential for anyone who wants to master trading and achieve big returns.
17 Proven Currency Trading Strategies : How to Profit in the Forex Market + Website - Thryft
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Mario Singh | Wiley

17 Proven Currency Trading Strategies : How to Profit in the Forex Market + Website

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This book could be a good read for someone who wants to start trading in the Forex market but has no experience. The book provides detailed explanations of the Forex trading process and helps readers identify their trading profile. The 17 proven trading strategies are tailored to different trading styles, and real-world trading scenarios provide insights into how to tackle market trends and fluctuations. The book is practical and insightful, and the step-by-step guidance makes it easy for beginners to understand and start earning profits from the Forex market.
Where We Are Now : The Smartest, Clearest Guide to the Issues that Shape the World - Thryft
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Unknown | Mitchell Beazley

Where We Are Now : The Smartest, Clearest Guide to the Issues that Shape the World

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"Where We Are Now" could be a good read for someone who wants to make sense of the world's complex issues but doesn't want to read a dense information-packed book. This book offers easily understandable, well-analyzed facts and figures presented in a highly illustrated format. It also provides insight into the trends shaping the future, making it an excellent resource for those who want to think ahead.
Regulating Wall Street : The Dodd-Frank Act and the New Architecture of Global Finance - Thryft
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Myron Scholes, Thomas F. Cooley, New York University Stern School of Business  | Wiley

Regulating Wall Street : The Dodd-Frank Act and the New Architecture of Global Finance

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This book is a comprehensive analysis of the impact of the Dodd-Frank Act on the global financial architecture. With insights from leading experts in finance, the book offers a clear understanding of the key components of regulatory reform and its effects on financial firms, markets, and the real economy. This unique combination of expert opinions makes it a must-read for anyone interested in the intricacies of modern finance.
The Next Great Globalization : How Disadvantaged Nations Can Harness Their Financial Systems to Get Rich - Thryft
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Frederic S. Mishkin | Princeton University Press

The Next Great Globalization : How Disadvantaged Nations Can Harness Their Financial Systems to Get Rich

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This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the role of financial globalization in developing nations. Mishkin presents a hopeful vision of the potential benefits of financial globalization, while also providing a clear-eyed assessment of the potential risks and challenges. Through historical examples, he demonstrates how effective management of financial globalization can create opportunities for growth and prosperity, and suggests concrete policies for achieving these goals. Overall, this book offers a nuanced and persuasive argument for the importance of financial globalization in today's global economy.
Vietnam : Rising Dragon - Thryft
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Bill Hayton | Yale University Press

Vietnam : Rising Dragon

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"Vietnam: Rising Dragon" is a captivating and enlightening read that sheds light on the many complexities of Vietnam's development. The book examines the social, economic, political, cultural, and historical factors influencing the country. Hayton's personal accounts offer an immersive experience for readers looking to learn more about Vietnam's urban and street life, cultural heritage, and their uniquely structured government. I would highly recommend this book to anyone interested in exploring a detailed account of Vietnam's emergence as a rising Asian power.
Blue Ocean Classics - Thryft
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W. Chan Kim, Renée Mauborgne  | Harvard Business Review Press

Blue Ocean Classics

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Blue Ocean Classics could be a good read for business leaders looking to stay ahead of the curve. The book offers a path-breaking strategy for creating uncontested markets, and provides clear guidelines for leaders to inspire and unlock the potential of their employees. Kim and Mauborgne's framework for creating new markets gives a fresh perspective on traditional business thinking, making the book valuable for those seeking to understand the role of innovation and strategy in creating profitable growth.
Business Marketing Management - A Strategic View Of Industrial And Organizational Markets - Thryft
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Thomas W. Speh, Michael D. Hutt  | South-western College Pub

Business Marketing Management - A Strategic View Of Industrial And Organizational Markets

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This book offers a strategic view on business marketing management, providing insights and tools to effectively navigate the complex landscape of industrial and organizational markets. With real-world examples and practical frameworks, readers can apply their learnings to make informed decisions and drive growth for their businesses. Highly recommended for marketing professionals and students alike.
Simpler - The Future Of Government - Thryft
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Cass R. Sunstein | Simon & Schuster

Simpler - The Future Of Government

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Recommendation: "Simpler - The Future Of Government" is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding how the government can become more effective by implementing simple changes. The book uses behavioral psychology and economics to explain how policies can be made simpler while still preserving freedom of choice. The unique feature of this book is how it combines theories from different fields to propose practical solutions for real-world problems.
International Relations And The European Union - Thryft
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Christopher J. Hill, Michael Smith  | Oxford University Press

International Relations And The European Union

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This book is an insightful guide to the European Union's role in global affairs, focusing on its power, processes, and place in the international community. The authors skillfully examine the EU's impact on the global stage, making it an essential read for students and practitioners of international relations.
Unlocking The World's Largest E-Market - A Guide To Selling On Chinese Social Media - Thryft
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Ashley Dudarenok | Alarice International

Unlocking The World's Largest E-Market - A Guide To Selling On Chinese Social Media

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The book provides practical advice for marketers looking to expand their presence in China, especially on Chinese social media platforms such as WeChat and Weibo. It offers insights into Chinese consumers and the latest digital trends in China, while warning against simply transplanting Western marketing strategies. The book is written by a marketing expert with first-hand experience in China.
Global Strategies For Emerging Asia - Thryft
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Toshiro Wakayama, Anil K. Gupta, U. Srinivasa Rangan  | Jossey-bass

Global Strategies For Emerging Asia

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The multinational corporate guide for thriving in the Asian marketplace Led by China and India, the rise of emerging Asia is transforming the structure of the global economy. By 2025, if not sooner, China will almost certainly overtake the U.S. to become the world's largest economy. By then, India is likely to have overtaken Japan to become the world's third largest economy, after China and the U.S. Besides China and India, Asia also includes other fast-growing economies such as Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam. Added together, by 2025, these developments are likely to make Asia's economy larger than those of the U.S. and Europe combined. It is clear that, for every large company, leadership in Asia is rapidly becoming critical for leadership globally. This important resource brings together the latest ideas and in-depth case analyses from leading academics and practitioners to provide a comprehensive guide to succeeding in Asia. A resource for competing in today's international market, this book offers executives and managers a guide for navigating the new global reality―that of Asia as the world's emerging center of gravity.
The Economist: The World of Business : From Valuable Brands and Games Directors Play to Bail-Outs and Bad Boys - Thryft
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The Economist | Profile Books Ltd

The Economist: The World of Business : From Valuable Brands and Games Directors Play to Bail-Outs and Bad Boys

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This book could be a good read for anyone interested in the business world. It includes a wide range of topics that cover famous businesses, bankruptcies, great inventions, leading businessmen, and much more. The book offers answers to various questions about businesses and entrepreneurship. It's informative, entertaining, and gives readers a better understanding of the world of business.
Murdoch : The Decline of an Empire - Thryft
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Richard Belfield, Christopher Hird  | Time Warner Books Uk

Murdoch : The Decline of an Empire

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Myth has it that Rupert Murdoch was left with little by his father, but actually he inherited a relatively successful newspaper publishing operation. Murdoch was ambitious and the only way in which he could expand was by buying other papers. And the only way he could pay for them was by borrowing money. Within a few years of his father's death, the debts of his company had rocketed. Murdoch's penchant for expanding by borrowing is often the subject of comment, but in fact he owns relatively little of News Corporation, his mother and three sisters being substantial shareholders. The corporation's heavy borrowing has worked as a strategy in several ways, such as profits financing expansion into other markets, the success of selling unwanted businesses for profit, "creative accounting" and in meeting the variation in the tax laws of different countries. The authors of this book examine the history of News Corporation and offer their conclusion that the net is now closing.
American Business - Thryft
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C. Jackson Grayson | Free Press

American Business

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"American Business: A Two-Minute Warning" is a wake-up call to all Americans and a call to action to improve productivity in order to stay competitive in the global economy. The authors explain the dire consequences of falling behind, but also provide practical solutions and recommendations for improvement. This book is recommended for anyone interested in the state of the American economy and what can be done to improve it.
Negotiation Excellence: Successful Deal Making - Thryft
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Michael Benoliel | World Scientific Publishing Company

Negotiation Excellence: Successful Deal Making

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Negotiation Successful Deal Making was written by leading negotiation experts from top-rated universities in the USA and in Asia and its objective is to introduce the readers to the theory and best practices of effective negotiation. The book includes chapters ranging preparing and planning well for successful negotiations; building relationships and establishing trust between negotiators; negotiating creatively to create mutual value and win-win; understanding and dealing with negotiators from different cultures; and to managing ethical dilemmas. In addition to emphasizing the link between theory and practice, Negotiation Successful Deal Making includes deal examples such Renault-Nissan alliance; mega-merger between Arcelor and Mittal Steel; Kraft Foods' acquisition of Cadbury PLC, Walt Disney Company's negotiation with the Hong Kong government; and Komatsu, a Japanese firm's negotiation with Dresser, an American firm.
The Logic of Life : Uncovering the New Economics of Everything - Thryft
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Tim Harford | Random House Inc

The Logic of Life : Uncovering the New Economics of Everything

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"The Logic of Life" is a great read because it explains how economics can be applied to decision-making in all aspects of life, from personal choices to societal issues. Author Tim Harford uses engaging stories and characters to illustrate how rational choice theory can be used to understand drug addiction, teenage crime, suburban sprawl, office politics, and more. This book is perfect for those interested in understanding how economics can explain the world around us.
Futures Game : Who Wins? Who Loses? Why? - Thryft
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Richard J. Teweles, Frank Jones  | Mcgraw-hill Companies

Futures Game : Who Wins? Who Loses? Why?

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Since it first exploded onto the markets in 1974, THE FUTURES GAME has helped thousands of traders gain an intelligent understanding of futures markets. Over the years, Richard Teweles and Frank Jones have kept their fingers on the pulse of the dynamic futures trading industry, first updating their classic text in 1987. Now, this third edition of THE FUTURES GAME has been completely updated and revised to keep all participants--whether speculators or hedgers, new or veteran--one step ahead of this fast moving, high-stakes game. Combining two decades of strength and wisdom with todayÕs most innovative research and strategic recommendations, this guide to the futures markets continues its reign as the number one tool for futures trading mastery. THE FUTURES GAME, 3rd Edition, walks you through the universe of futures trading possibilities and opportunities, starting with an in-depth discussion of market basics that includes the nature of the contract, the organized markets for those contracts, and the relationship between cash and futures prices. The elements of successful trading are isolated, described, and analyzed to make you familiar with profitable decision-making processes. After that, detailed chapters devoted to particular markets explain price determinants and speculative possibilities within currencies, commodities, and stock index futures. "Notes from a Trader" sections go beyond theory and speculation to provide valuable tips and pointers -- expert guidance you can use to squeeze the maximum benefit from each trade. The comprehensive facts and insights packed into this traderÕs bible will help you predict what might happen--and why it might happen--in virtually every kind of market. New information in this important third edition includes: Latest research on important topics including efficient market hypothesis, technical and fundamental analysis, and much more É A comprehensive listing of valuable Internet website names and addresses. Stronger emphasis on financial instruments É Innovative strategies for maneuvering through the increasingly important international market É Completely revised sections devoted to Basics of the Game, Playing the Game, How to Win or Lose, Succeeding as a Broker, and Choosing the Correct Markets. Filled with knowledgeable trading strategies and insights, revealing charts on todayÕs most interesting futures markets, and numerous respected trading approaches that will allow you to craft a style based on your own strengths and requirements, THE FUTURES GAME is likely to become the one resource you refer to most often.
Money Meltdown : Restoring Order to the Global Currency System - Thryft
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Judy Shelton | Free Press

Money Meltdown : Restoring Order to the Global Currency System

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Money Meltdown is a great read for anyone interested in understanding how the global currency system works and its impact on the world economy. The book suggests and presents the need for a new Bretton Woods system that prioritizes individual wealth creation over government-led programs. Judy Shelton's insightful analysis elevates the importance of understanding the role of producers in creating wealth in the global economy.
Interventions - Thryft
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Noam Chomsky | Hamish Hamilton

Interventions

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At a time when the united states exacts a greater and greater power over the rest of the world, americas leading voice of dissent needs to be heard more than ever in over thirty timely, accessible and urgent essays, chomsky cogently examines the burning issues of our post-9/11 world, covering the invasion and occupation of iraq, the bush presidency and the israeli invasion of lebanon this is an essential collection, from a vital and authoritative perspective
Southeast Asia: The Long Road Ahead (3rd Edition) - Thryft
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Lim Chong Yah | World Scientific Publishing Company

Southeast Asia: The Long Road Ahead (3rd Edition)

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This book could provide valuable insights to economics students and professionals seeking to deepen their knowledge of the economics landscape of Southeast Asia. The book is concise and offers a unique, holistic approach to understanding the region's challenges and prospects for development. The author offers meaningful pointers on how the Southeast Asian economies should proceed to become developed nations.
What's Your Digital Business Model? : Six Questions to Help You Build the Next-Generation Enterprise - Thryft
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Peter Weill, Stephanie Woerner  | Harvard Business Review Press

What's Your Digital Business Model? : Six Questions to Help You Build the Next-Generation Enterprise

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Digital transformation is not about technology--it's about change. In the rapidly changing digital economy, you can't succeed by merely tweaking management practices that led to past success. And yet, while many leaders and managers recognize the threat from digital--and the potential opportunity--they lack a common language and compelling framework to help them assess it and guide them in responding. They don't know how to think about their digital business model. In this concise, practical book, MIT digital research leaders Peter Weill and Stephanie Woerner provide a powerful yet straightforward framework that has been field-tested globally with dozens of senior management teams. Based on years of study at the MIT Center for Information Systems Research (CISR), the authors find that digitization is moving companies' business models on two from value chains to digital ecosystems, and from a fuzzy understanding of the needs of end customers to a sharper one. Looking at these dimensions in combination results in four distinct business models, each with different capabilities. The book then sets out six driving questions, in separate chapters, that help managers and executives clarify where they are currently in an increasingly digital business landscape and highlight what's needed to move toward a higher-value digital business model. Filled with straightforward self-assessments, motivating examples, and sharp financial analyses of where profits are made, this smart book will help you tackle the threats, leverage the opportunities, and create winning digital strategies.
The Rise of the Creative Class : And How it's Transforming Work, Leisure, Community and Everyday Life - Thryft
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Richard Florida | Basic Books

The Rise of the Creative Class : And How it's Transforming Work, Leisure, Community and Everyday Life

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"The Rise of the Creative Class" by Richard Florida is a must-read for those curious about the growing role of creativity in our economy. The author skillfully weaves storytelling with masses of updated research to explain how the rise of the Creative Class and their values and tastes are changing our society. Florida's insights into how these shifts impact our personal relationships, work, and leisure will leave readers with a fresh perspective on the future of our cities and workplaces.
International Business: An Asia Pacific Perspective - Thryft
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Jane W. Lu, Andrew Delios, Paul W. Beamish  | Pearson Education

International Business: An Asia Pacific Perspective

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International An Asia Pacific Perspective (Second Edition) provides a unique exploration of the topic of international business. It examines decisions relevant to managers in internationalizing and multinational firms operating in the Asia Pacific. Its uniqueness stems from the cutting-edge conceptual material that underlies the decision-making frameworks in the text and in the numerous Asian company examples and illustrations. Users of this text examine such essential topics as the measurement and analysis of the cultural, political and economic dimensions of the international environment; the formation of internationalization strategies, including entry mode choice and strategic alliances; the analysis of the competitive implications of multinational firms and business groups; multinational, subsidiary and expatriate management; and the management of ethical issues.FeaturesThe material in each chapter is first strongly rooted in international business theory before it moves to the discussion of related managerial topics. The analytical issues embedded in the theory provide the foundation for exploring the managerial decision issues that are typical to the theme of the chapter.The chapters on the cultural and political dimensions draw on the latest research and analytical methods for diagnosing the influence of these environments on a multinational firm s strategy.The chapters on strategic alliances and international acquisitions outline the key decisions and analyses that can facilitate the successful implementation of these challenging modes of growth.The chapters on multinational firms and business groups illustrate the competitive pressures exerted by these firms for domestic and international companies in the Asia Pacific.The chapter on subsidiary management outlines the competitive and strategic issues that fall into the domain of a manager of a foreign subsidiary situated in an Asia Pacific country.In-text examples and text-boxes provided in depth looks at companies such as Haier, Tata Consulting Services, Mitsubishi Motors and the Formosa Plastics Group. More than 100 company illustrations drawn from companies situated in Australasia, South Asia, South East Asia and East Asia provide a realistic view of the competitive challenges encountered when operating in the Asia Pacific.International management skills can be developed and reinforced using the 15 cases included in this book. The cases help to tie together and augment the managerial issues that underlie the analytical and conceptual issues presented in the text. SECTION 1: THE INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS ENVIRONMENTSECTION 2: MANAGING INTERNATIONAL GROWTHSECTION 3: MULTINATIONAL MANAGEMENTSECTION 4: CASES
Capitalism and Modern Social Theory : An Analysis of the Writings of Marx, Durkheim and Max Weber - Thryft
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Anthony Giddens | Cambridge University Press

Capitalism and Modern Social Theory : An Analysis of the Writings of Marx, Durkheim and Max Weber

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Giddens's analysis of the writings of Marx, Durkheim and Weber has become the classic text for any student seeking to understand the three thinkers who established the basic framework of contemporary sociology. The first three sections of the book, based on close textual examination of the original sources, contain separate treatments of each writer. The author demonstrates the internal coherence of their respective contributions to social theory. The concluding section discusses the principal ways in which Marx can be compared with the other two authors, and discusses misconceptions of some conventional views on the subject.
Management Control Systems : Performance Measurement, Evaluation and Incentives - Thryft
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Kenneth A. Merchant, Wim A. Van der Stede  | Pearson College Div

Management Control Systems : Performance Measurement, Evaluation and Incentives

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With its unique range of international case studies, real-life examples and comprehensive coverage of the latest management control-related tools and techniques, this second edition of Management Control Systems is the ideal guide to this complex and multidimensional subject.
Divergent Capitalisms : The Social Structuring and Change of Business Systems - Thryft
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Richard Whitley | Oxford University Press

Divergent Capitalisms : The Social Structuring and Change of Business Systems

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Recommended for readers interested in understanding the diverse economic systems of late twentieth century, and how they differ. This book provides a framework for describing and explaining the variations in economic organization, and identifies six types of business systems linked to different institutional arrangements. It also analyses the East Asian business systems and how they are changing in the 1990s, and provides a comparison with the new capitalisms emerging in Eastern Europe.
Humankind : A Hopeful History - Thryft
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Rutger Bregman | Bloomsbury

Humankind : A Hopeful History

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It's a belief that unites the left and right, psychologists and philosophers, writers and historians. It drives the headlines that surround us and the laws that touch our lives. From Machiavelli to Hobbes, Freud to Dawkins, the roots of this belief have sunk deep into Western thought. Human beings, we're taught, are by nature selfish and governed by self-interest.Humankind makes a new argument: that it is realistic, as well as revolutionary, to assume that people are good. The instinct to cooperate rather than compete, trust rather than distrust, has an evolutionary basis going right back to the beginning of Homo sapiens. By thinking the worst of others, we bring out the worst in our politics and economics too.In this major book, internationally bestselling author Rutger Bregman takes some of the world's most famous studies and events and reframes them, providing a new perspective on the last 200,000 years of human history. From the real-life Lord of the Flies to the Blitz, a Siberian fox farm to an infamous New York murder, Stanley Milgram's Yale shock machine to the Stanford prison experiment, Bregman shows how believing in human kindness and altruism can be a new way to think – and act as the foundation for achieving true change in our society.It is time for a new view of human nature.
The Super Analysis : Conversations with the Worlds Leading Stock Market Investors and Analysis - Thryft
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Andrew Leeming | Wiley

The Super Analysis : Conversations with the Worlds Leading Stock Market Investors and Analysis

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This book provides unique insights into the strategies and methods used by the world's top investment analysts and professionals. Through interviews with high-profile investors and analysts across major global markets, readers can gain a truly international perspective on investment research and decision-making. This book is ideal for professional and individual investors looking to improve their investment strategies and decision-making processes. The book's most distinctive feature is its access to insider knowledge and expertise from the world's top investors and analysts.
Mullahs, Merchants, and Militants : The Economic Collapse of the Arab World - Thryft
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Stephen Glain | St. Martin's Griffin

Mullahs, Merchants, and Militants : The Economic Collapse of the Arab World

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A thousand years ago, a vast Arab empire stretched from the Asian steppe across the Mediterranean to Spain, pioneering new technologies, sciences, art and culture. Arab traders and Arab currencies dominated the global economy in ways Western multinationals and the dollar do today.A thousand years later, Arab states are in decay. Official corruption and ineptitude have eroded state authority and created a vacuum that militant Islam has rushed to fill. Glain takes us on a journey through the heart of what were once the great Islamic caliphates, the countries now known as Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, Israel/Palestine, Iraq and Egypt, to illustrate how a once prosperous and enlightened civilization finds itself at a crossroads between a Dark Age and a New Dawn.As late as a century ago, what we call the Levant was a prosperous trading bloc. By carving the region into proxy states and emirates after the First World War, the Western powers Balkanized and undermined the Levantine economy. That in turn prepared the ground for a regional autocracy that rejected economic openness and religious tolerance, qualities that had made the old Islamic caliphates great. Today the Arab world has opted out of the global economy, with tragic consequences. It is up to the new generation of leaders -- and the Western governments that created the modern Middle East -- to reverse the sclerosis and revive the region.
Plutocrats : The Rise of the New Global Super-Rich - Thryft
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Chrystia Freeland | Allen Lane

Plutocrats : The Rise of the New Global Super-Rich

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Plutocrats is a highly-researched examination of the world's wealthiest, detailing their lives, mindsets, and economic policies. It's a great read for those looking to understand the current state of capitalism, and how it influences society. Readers will appreciate the author's objectivity and deep empathy for her subjects.
Infrastructure Finance: Trends and Techniques - Thryft
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Henry A. Davis | Euromoney Institutional Investor

Infrastructure Finance: Trends and Techniques

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Infrastructure Finance gives a broad view of trends and techniques in global infrastructure financing today. The many specialist contributors to the book discuss the infrastructure needs in their specific regions including Latin America, the Carribean, Africa, Middle East, South Asia - and considers a wide range of projects including transport, water systems, healthcare, power and toll road privatisation. Themes include the rising need for infrastructure investment, the quality of country infrastructure, different types of financing (including Shariah-compliant financing), government budget limitations, credit ratings, accounting, and benefits and risks of investment. Includes case studies of past projects. The following topics are discussed in detail, infrastructure needs worldwide, Public Private Partnerships, government accounting issues, infrastructure financing techniques, sources of infrastructure financing, financing health care facilities, airport financing, credit rating of infrastructure projects. Edited by Henry A. Davis with contributions from 57 specialist contributors, which bankers, lawyers, consultants, economists, academics, project developers, insurance underwriters, investment analysts, credit rating analysts, government officials, and multilateral agency officials.
Oil Titans : National Oil Companies in the Middle East - Thryft
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Valerie Marcel | Brookings Institution Press

Oil Titans : National Oil Companies in the Middle East

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Ninety percent of the world's oil reserves are entrusted to state-owned companies. Originally created as political instruments, these so-called national oil companies (NOCs) face new demands amid today's dwindling oil reserves and simmering social pressures. Increasingly, state-owned oil firms—particularly in the Middle East—are having to balance the political demands of their governments with the need to be commercially competitive. In this ground-breaking new volume, Valerie Marcel draws on unprecedented access to the politicians, engineers; and businessmen directing five Middle Eastern state oil companies to shed light on one of the most secretive segments of the international oil industry. The author tells the stories of Saudi Aramco, Kuwait Petroleum Corp., the National Iranian Oil Co., Sonatrach of Algeria, and the Abu Dhabi National Oil Co.—oil titans which together produce one quarter of the world's oil and hold half of the world's known oil and gas reserves. Dr. Marcel explains the complex bond between each state and its oil company, tracing the relationship's evolution from the politically charged days of foreign concessions to today's world of profit-driven decisionmaking. Drawn from over 120 interviews with company executives, middle managers, and oil-ministry officials, the author identifies a number of surprising new trends in these companies' strategy, and she paints a picture of their nascent sense of corporate identity. The book provides rare, up-to-date insight into how state-owned companies are striking a balance between their national mission and their commercial needs. The book also provides an insider's guide to these companies' unique culture. Executives and researchers in the region—both inside and outside the oil industry—will find it a valuable tool for understanding business in the Middle East.
Treasure Islands : Tax Havens and the Men who Stole the World - Thryft
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Nicholas Shaxson | Vintage

Treasure Islands : Tax Havens and the Men who Stole the World

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WITH NEW AND UPDATED MATERIALBillionaire Warren Buffet, currently the third wealthiest man in the world, paid the lowest rate of tax among his office staff, including his receptionist.In 2006 the world's three biggest banana companies did nearly £400 million worth of business in Britain but paid just £128,000 in tax between them.In January 2009, US law enforcement fined Lloyds TSB $350 million after it admitted secretly channelling Iranian and Sudanese money into the US banking system.Tax havens are the most important single reason why poor people and poor countries stay poor. They lie at the very heart of the global economy, with over half the world trade processed through them. They have been instrumental in nearly every major economic event, in every big financial scandal, and in every financial crisis since the 1970s, including the latest global economic downturn. In Treasure Islands, Nicholas Shaxson shows how this happened, and what this means for you.
How to Write a Business Plan - Thryft
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Brian Finch | Kogan Page

How to Write a Business Plan

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Starting with the premise that there's only one chance to make a good impression, How to Write a Business Plan covers all the issues involved in producing a business plan – from profiling competitors and forecasting market development, to the importance of providing clear and concise financial information.  It also includes a full glossary, case histories and a detailed section on the related issue of how a company can best use internal business plans.
Business Modeling with Spreadsheets (CD) - Thryft
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Thin-Yin Leong, Michelle L.F. Cheong  | Mcgraw-hill Education (asia)

Business Modeling with Spreadsheets (CD)

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The true potential of spreadsheet software lies in their application in problem discovery and situation analysis, which enables business and financial analysts to work rapidly on unstructured problems. Business Modeling with Spreadsheets offers a rich set of business contexts and notes that make learning spreadsheets interesting and acquiring of skills more effective and enduring. Arises from the authors extensive experience in teaching spreadsheet modeling in undergraduate s and master s courses in SMU, this book is wholly dedicated to the art of exploratory spreadsheet modeling. Unlike other books, it is designed to be modeling-centric, i.e. using the spreadsheet mainly as a computing tool. Real problems that readers encounter on a day-to-day basis are presented, with the aim of helping them derive applicable principles and link principles to practice. Undergraduates, graduate students and professionals whose work involves managing business development, finance, accounting and operations will find this book a refreshing learning guide and handy reference resource. The book now offers 101 spreadsheet exercises and tools, and includes a new chapter featuring an additional 101 business challenges that the readers can do as modeling projects. The coverage now spans Excel 2007, Excel 2003, as well as OpenOffice.org Calc in dedicated sections, making it easier for any person, whether a novice, beginner, or expert user, to learn business modeling using basic and advanced spreadsheet features, as well as programming in Visual Basic for Application and OpenOffice.org Basic. Completed spreadsheet workbooks in all three spreadsheet versions are also provided.
A Declaration of Interdependence : Why America Should Join the World - Thryft
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Will Hutton | W W Norton & Co Inc

A Declaration of Interdependence : Why America Should Join the World

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Recommendation: This book is a must-read for those interested in social and economic reform. Will Hutton argues that the key to restoring the American dream is through a partnership with Europe, where core values such as an honest and enlightened economy, a vital public realm and a recognition of interdependence are prioritized. Hutton also discusses how rampant materialism and an unquestioning faith in American exceptionalism have led to the deterioration of essential core values. With clear, cogent arguments and calls to action, this book is a game-changer for those seeking a more equitable and just society.
Industrial Relations in Singapore Industry - Thryft
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M. Ariff, Rosalind Chew, Chew Soon Beng  | Addison-wesley

Industrial Relations in Singapore Industry

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This book provides a comprehensive overview of the industrial relations landscape in Singapore, examining both historical and current practices. It analyzes the various actors involved in the labor market, including trade unions, employers, and the government, and their roles in shaping industrial relations policies. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the unique dynamics of Singapore's labor market and its implications for both companies and workers.
This Is What Inequality Looks Like (Second Edition) - Thryft
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You Yenn Teo | January 1, 2019

This Is What Inequality Looks Like (Second Edition)

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This book—an ethnography of inequality—addresses these questions. Formed by a series of essays, they are written to be read individually, but have been arranged to be read as a totality and in sequence. Each aims to accomplish two things: first, to introduce a key aspect of the experience of being low-income in contemporary Singapore. Second, to illustrate how people’s experiences are linked to structural conditions of inequality.
Everybody Loves a Good Drought - Thryft
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Palagummi Sainath | Penguin

Everybody Loves a Good Drought

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In this thoroughly researched study of the poorest of the poor in India, we get to see how they manage, what sustains them, and the efforts, often ludicrous, to do something for them. The people who figure in this book tipify the lives and aspirations of a large section of the Indian society, and their stories present us with the true face of development.
Southeast Asia: The Long Road Ahead (2nd Edition) - Thryft
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Chong Yah Lim | World Scientific Pub Co Inc, Hackensack, New Jersey, U.s.a.

Southeast Asia: The Long Road Ahead (2nd Edition)

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Southeast Asia is going through tremendous changes economically. The market-oriented economies of Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore and Thailand have been showing robust growth since the 1960s. The transitional economies of Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam are exhibiting signs of economic awakening and revival after years of internal political and social turmoil. Despite these encouraging signs, the region still has a long road ahead in its efforts to achieve developed nation status. This book is a serious and concise study of various important economic aspects of Southeast Asia. The existing economic studies of the region are mainly topical in nature. Most books attempt to offer only a partial treatment of the issues and fail to examine these issues in a holistic manner. The objective of this book is to provide a more complete cross-country discussion on the economic issues and problems facing Southeast Asia. Besides critically examining the multiple facets of changes and problems that have been and will be encountered by Southeast Asia, the book presents a lucid exposition of the prospects of the region. However, it does not stop there but moves on to provide pointers and suggestions on how Southeast Asian countries should proceed with their development options and processes. The book should be of interest to economists and graduate students researching on Southeast Asia. It will also be extremely useful to those who want to have a better understanding of the Southeast Asian region.
Indonesia'S New Order : The Dynamics of Socio-Economic Transformation - Thryft
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Hal Hill, Jamie Mackie  | Allen & Unwin

Indonesia'S New Order : The Dynamics of Socio-Economic Transformation

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