Economics

From Wall Street to Main Street, John Brooks, longtime contributor to the New Yorker, brings to life in vivid fashion 12 classic and timeless tales of corporate and financial life in America....

Money expert Ramit Sethi offers no-holds-barred advice for managing your finances in this effective six-week program.

The Bitcoin Standard analyzes the historical context to the rise of Bitcoin, the economic properties that have allowed it to grow quickly, and its likely economic, political, and social implications....

Most Americans — and people worldwide — understand that despite our remarkable technological advances, something is deeply wrong with the direction of our country and world.

Most of us have a limited understanding of the powerful role economics has played in shaping human civilization. This makes economic history a vital lens through which to think....

Brilliant and engagingly written, Why Nations Fail answers the question that has stumped the experts for centuries.....

Two renowned investment advisors and authors of the best seller The Great Reckoning bring to light both currents of disaster and the potential for prosperity and renewal in the face of radical changes in human history as we move into the next century....

Developing and implementing a strategy is the central task of a leader. A good strategy is a specific and coherent response to - and approach for - overcoming the obstacles to progress. A good strategy works by harnessing and applying power where it will have the greatest effect....

A black swan is a highly improbable event with three principal characteristics: It is unpredictable; it carries a massive impact; and, after the fact, we concoct an explanation that makes it appear less random, and more predictable, than it was....

This audiobook provides a synopsis of the original 1937 text of Hill’s masterpiece, Think and Grow Rich. It extracts the key principles, instructions, and examples....

The Great Mental Models: General Thinking Concepts is the first book in The Great Mental Models series designed to upgrade your thinking with the best, most useful and powerful tools so you always have the right one on hand....

Social Justice Fallacies reveals how many things that are thought to be true simply cannot stand up to documented facts, which are often the opposite of what is widely believed....

Titan is the first full-length biography based on unrestricted access to Rockefeller’s exceptionally rich trove of papers. A landmark publication full of startling revelations, the book indelibly alters our image of this most enigmatic capitalist....

With narration by Anu Anand, who tells the story of how Enlightenment culture sparked the Industrial Revolution....

Catherine Bracy offers a window into how the most pernicious aspects of the venture capital ethos is reaching all areas of our lives, into everything from healthcare to food to entertainment to the labor market and leaving a trail of destruction in its wake.

Economic forces are everywhere around you. But that doesn't mean you need to passively accept whatever outcome those forces might press upon you....

In Capital in the Twenty-First Century, Thomas Piketty analyzes a unique collection of data from 20 countries, ranging as far back as the 18th century, to uncover key economic and social patterns....

One of the most important works ever written on investment theory, Common Stocks and Uncommon Profits lays out the fundamental principles of intelligent investing...

The foundation for all modern economic thought and political economy, The Wealth of Nations is the magnum opus of Scottish economist Adam Smith, who introduces the world to the very idea of economics and capitalism....

Why do well-intentioned plans for improving the human condition go tragically awry? Author James C. Scott analyzes failed cases of large-scale authoritarian plans in a variety of fields....

Without question one of the most significant books in modern history, The Communist Manifesto is a brief, populist pamphlet....

Vividly written, The Infidel and the Professor is a compelling account of a great friendship of two towering Enlightenment thinkers that had great consequences for modern thought....

In April 1956, a refitted oil tanker carried 58 shipping containers from Newark to Houston....

As soon as the financial crisis erupted, the finger-pointing began....

Writing with a sober but hopeful voice, Shelton is no ordinary economist. With grace, intellectual rigor, and unmatched passion, this book is a must-listen for anyone invested in the future of the American—and global—economy.

Kann eine mächtige Nation wie die USA pleite gehen? Bedrohen hohe Schulden weltweit unser kollektives Wohlergehen? Ray Dalio, New-York-Times-Bestsellerautor und einer der größten Investoren unserer Zeit, erläutert die Gründe für seine Befürchtungen und liefert eine Blaupause, um die aktuelle Situation besser verstehen und entsprechend handeln zu können. Dalio wurde zum führenden Global-Macro-Investor, indem er die Muster der Geschichte studierte und unkonventionelle Perspektiven auf das entwickelte, was heute an den Märkten passiert.

An innovator in contemporary thought on economic and political development looks here at decline rather than growth. Albert O. Hirschman makes a basic distinction between alternative ways of reacting to deterioration in business firms and, in general, to dissatisfaction with organizations: one, “exit,” is for the member to quit the organization or for the customer to switch to the competing product, and the other, “voice,” is for members or customers to agitate and exert influence for change “from within.”

An acclaimed economist’s observations on four years of events that have shaped the world.

Konstantin Richter montiert die Geschichten dieser Macher und Magnaten zu einer temporeichen szenischen Erzählung. In meisterhaft arrangierten Episoden lässt er ihre Welt zu unserer werden. Ein einzigartiges Epos, das rund 150 Jahre umspannt: von der Start-up-Nation Kaiserreich bis in die krisengebeutelte Gegenwart, vom Aufstieg der Deutschland AG bis zu ihrem Niedergang.

Are mass violence and catastrophes the only forces that can seriously decrease economic inequality? To judge by thousands of years of history, the answer is yes. Tracing the global history of inequality from the Stone Age to today, Walter Scheidel shows that inequality never dies peacefully. Inequality declines when carnage and disaster strike and increases when peace and stability return. The Great Leveler is the first book to chart the crucial role of violent shocks in reducing inequality over the full sweep of human history around the world.

Bestselling author Howard Green profiles former Scotiabank CEO Rick Waugh and sketches an unprecedented and up-close picture of what it is like to run a global bank, often during financial chaos, while leading more than 80,000 employees in more than fifty countries.

Wired for Success is a clear, practical guide for electricians who want to rise above the basics and build a long, successful career in the trade. Drawing on more than 25 years as a working electrical contractor, Steve Caputo shares the lessons, habits, and technical knowledge that separate average work from true professionalism.

Private companies like Facebook, Uber, and Robinhood were once inaccessible to everyday investors. Historically, buying and selling shares in private firms has been complex and limited. However, the expansion of the private market is now within reach. As this shift unfolds, regulators worldwide are working to safeguard investors eager to enter this evolving space. This book explores the regulatory, technical, and societal hurdles in opening this asset class to a broader audience.

Negociamos todos los días, aunque no siempre seamos conscientes de ello. Lo hacemos al pedir un aumento de sueldo, al acordar el valor del arriendo, al cerrar la venta de un auto o incluso al decidir el destino de las vacaciones. El autor enseña a preparar esas negociaciones que nos rondan la cabeza durante días, esas que evitamos por miedo a perder, por no saber manejar la presión o, simplemente, porque no sabemos cómo enfrentar a una persona difícil. Este libro entrega herramientas concretas para dejar de ceder, tomar el control y conseguir, por fin, el resultado que estás buscando.

Time is up. The climate crisis is no longer a future to be feared, but a devastating reality. We see it in the wildfires in California and floods across Britain—the "once in a generation" extreme weather events that now happen every year. In a world where those in charge are constantly letting us down, real change in our lifetime means taking power into our own hands. The task ahead of us is daunting, but the emergence of a new wave of movements focused on climate justice, equality, and solidarity also brings hope.

This book provides essential insights on dark patterns and AI-powered deceptive design for anyone who wants to understand and challenge the pervasive influence of these hidden forces shaping our digital experiences. These hidden design strategies – from personalised user interface triggers to sophisticated backend systems – are often used to manipulate user behaviour in ways that benefit businesses at the expense of users.

Quand les tarifs frappent, c’est tout un peuple qui ressent le choc. Hausse des prix à l’épicerie, emplois menacés, entreprises fragilisées, inquiétudes dans les familles : les décisions politiques prises à des milliers de kilomètres bouleversent notre quotidien ici, au Québec. Mais cette crise n’est pas qu’une menace. Elle peut aussi devenir une occasion unique de rebondir.

English for Students of Business Administration' trains you how to communicate successfully in the business world. This comprehensive book is designed for future business administration professionals and stands as solid foundation for attaining a high proficiency in English within a business situation. This book provides students with the linguistic skills required to flourish in today's fast-paced profession. . It covers a variety of themes., involves the learning of a comprehensive lexicon and an understanding of complicated business language.

Here we find the roots of growing public resentment. Despite headlines heralding growth and prosperity, most Americans have fallen behind. They’re working harder year upon year not to get ahead but merely to stay apace. For them, the American dream appears to be slipping farther and farther away. Beneath the resentment is something else: The misleading statistics that shape our understanding of reality are steering powerful policymakers to make misguided decisions at the federal, state, and local levels alike. And, for most Americans, the results continue to be catastrophic.

Hard work isn’t enough to become wealthy in today’s world. The key to extraordinary wealth is to leverage the resources at your disposal to multiply your outcomes. The 18 Laws of Leverage is your guide to implementing strategies that create exponential results. This book will teach you how to: Leverage the capital and skill sets of others to multiply your output. (Laws Two through Four) Monetize your reputation through partnerships, sponsorships, and endorsements. (Law Five) Buy your victories instead of working for them.