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“A sprawling story richly textured with original material, quirky details and amusing anecdotes . . .” —Wall Street Journal “It is a cause for celebration that Yergin has returned with his perspective on a very different landscape . . . [I]t is impossible to think of a better...

Brought to you by Penguin. From an indispensable voice on China, comes a riveting, first-hand account of China's seismic progress For close to a decade, Dan Wang has been observing China’s tumultuous and astounding growth. The state has constructed towering bridges, gleaming railways and...

Whether you’re looking to deepen your knowledge of complex banking practices, better understand the history of international finance, or simply learn more about central banking as it relates to your everyday life, this book will give you a comprehensive introduction and solid foundation for future study.

The extraordinary life story of the former chairman of the Federal Reserve, whose absolute integrity provides the inspiration we need as our constitutional system and political tradition are being tested to the breaking point. As chairman of the Federal Reserve (1979-1987), Paul Volcker slayed...

The Financial Times Business Book of the Year, this epic account of the decades-long battle to control one of the world’s most critical resources—microchip technology—with the United States and China increasingly in fierce competition is “pulse quickening…a nonfiction thriller” (The...

As far back as we can trace human history, there have been entrepreneurs. Almost five millennia ago, copper tool manufacturers set up a factory in what today is southwest Spain, profiting for hundreds of years from trade around the Mediterranean. Papyri document the diverse investments of an ancient Egyptian businessperson, from grain-yielding land to flax for linen cloth. What do these figures have in common with renowned modern entrepreneurs, and how do their similarities help us achieve a deeper understanding of entrepreneurship?

“AOL had found itself at the edge of disaster so frequently that one of its first executives, a brassy Vietnam veteran and restaurateur named Jim Kimsey, had taken the punch line of an old joke popularized by Ronald Reagan and made it into an unlikely mantra for the company. It concerned a...

The Quest is a new show from The Economic Times that brings you deep and engaging conversations with some of the most exciting minds in tech and business. Each episode dives into pivotal moments in their lives and careers—the challenges they faced, the choices they made, and the events that shaped their trajectories. Join host Sruthijith KK aka SK, Editor of The Economic Times, as he uncovers the stories behind the success and explores the passion, resilience, and ambition that drive these extraordinary individuals.

Tipping is huge in America. Almost everyone leaves at least one tip every day. More than five million American workers depend on them, and we spend $66 billion on tips each year. And everyone recognizes that queasy feeling - in bars and restaurants, barbershops and beauty parlors, hotels and strip clubs, and everywhere else - when the check arrives or the tip jar looms. Omnipresent yet poorly understood, tipping has worked its way into almost every part of daily life.

Welcome to Career Quest with Hrehaan! 🎙️ Join me, Hrehaan Sabharwal, on a journey to explore the world of careers and discover the possibilities! In each episode, I'll be having inspiring conversations with professionals from diverse fields, including engineers, doctors, pilots, journalists, astronauts, chefs, managers, politicians, bureaucrats, teachers, lawyers, accountants, bankers, investors, authors, Army men, policemen, sportspeople, entrepreneurs, artists, scientists, and more. Hrehaan Asks. Experts Inspire. I'll be asking the questions you've always wondered about, and our guests ...

In your pocket is something amazing: a quick and easy way to summon a total stranger who will take you anywhere you’d like. In your hands is something equally amazing: the untold story of Uber’s meteoric rise, and the massive ambitions of its larger-than-life founder and CEO. Before Travis...

NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY Bloomberg Forbes The Spectator Recipient of Foreign Policy's 2013 Albie Award A powerful portrayal of Jeffrey Sachs's ambitious quest to end global poverty "The poor you will always have with you," to cite the Gospel of Matthew 26:11. Jeffrey...

A riveting portrait of the Gold Rush, by the award-winning author of Down the Great Unknown and The Forger's Spell. In the spring of 1848, rumors began to spread that gold had been discovered in a remote spot in the Sacramento Valley. A year later, newspaper headlines declared "Gold Fever!" as...

Hello and thank you for joining us! We're Raven and Faranir, and we're embarking on a quest to leave the 9-5 grind behind and instead, pursue a life of fulfilment in creative work that we actually enjoy! This is ground zero, our starting point. Unlike other podcasts, we're not going to tell you how we made millions and which magic tricks will change your life, because we simply haven't done it yet. We're starting from the beginning and using this podcast to document our journey, so you get to come along with us in real-time to see what worked, what didn't work, what we could've done better as ...

「新規事業が形にならない」「組織の壁に阻まれて進まない」——。 多くのビジネスパーソンが直面するこの課題、諦めるにはまだ早い。打破するための綺麗事を抜きにした「実践論」をお伝えします。 新規事業担当者のみならず、既存事業の変革、テクノロジーの実装、他社との共創など、現代のビジネスにおいて「コトを動かしたい」すべての人へ。 数千の事業開発に携わってきたプロフェッショナルたちが、綺麗事抜きの「やり切る技術...

Since Alexis de Tocqueville, restlessness has been accepted as a signature American trait. Our willingness to move, take risks, and adapt to change have produced a dynamic economy and a tradition of innovation from Ben Franklin to Steve Jobs. The problem, according to legendary blogger, economist, and best-selling author Tyler Cowen, is that Americans today have broken from this tradition - we're working harder than ever to avoid change.

Redécouvre le héros qui dort en toi. "Heroes Quest" c'est ton histoire, mais différente. L'histoire d'un.e entrepreneur.e qui veut plus que la sécurité. Et qui a décidé de vivre selon ses règles pour être libre. Chaque épisode parle d'une étape clé ou d'un défi dans ce parcours vers ta liberté et je te donne des conseils concrets. Tu peux me trouver sur 👇🏾 Mon Site : https://www.eaglesky.fr/ LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/eagle-sky-coaching-heroes/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/imeaglesky/ Sauvegarde ce podcast ⚔️

Cracking the Code to Brilliant Support. We are two women in business who spend a LOT of time talking about quality services and processes in the disability space. We don't sugar coat things so this is going to be a really open space to talk about issues that are important, in a way that gives clarity and makes room for questions. If you're in the disability space as a provider, a business, an independent worker or a PWD - join us and be a part of the conversation.

As climate change becomes an international crisis, more and more industries are looking for a sound model for creating successful environmentally friendly companies, and a new generation of young leaders are eager for inspiration and guidance on creating sustainable businesses. Mid-Course Correction Revisited advocates why we need to create prototypical green companies and a new economy - not based on non-renewable resources, but on renewable energy, aggressive recycling, innovative technology, and sustainable business practices.

The Indignities of Coach Class, the Torments of Low Thread Count, the Never-Ending Quest for Artisanal Olive Oil, and Other First World Problems David Rakoff’s collection of autobiographical essays, Fraud, established him as one of our funniest, most insightful writers. In Don’t Get Too...