Global Development

Modern Global Development is a comprehensive book that explores the multifaceted aspects of global development in the contemporary world. Authored by renowned experts in the field, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the key issues, challenges, and opportunities in global development and offers insights into potential pathways for sustainable development.

The Sustainable Development Goals, adopted by the United Nations in 2015, comprise an ambitious and sweeping agenda that unites economic, social, and environmental aims. What resources do the world's religious and secular traditions offer in support of these objectives? Which principles do these traditions hold in common? This book presents an in-depth and deeply engaged conversation among interfaith religious leaders and interdisciplinary scholars and practitioners in pursuit of an ethical consensus that could ground sustainable development efforts.

'A historically insightful read' Financial Times 'A wry, rollicking, and provocative history' Michael Taylor, author of The Interest ‘A thought-provoking analysis of Africa's relationship with economic imperialism’ Astrid Madimba and Chinny Ukata, authors of It’s A Continent We need to...

Sei pronto a liberare il tuo potenziale interiore e a vivere la vita che hai sempre desiderato? Mindset rEvolution è la tua guida quotidiana per trasformare il tuo modo di pensare e agire, raggiungendo una crescita personale senza precedenti. Attraverso 365 immersioni profonde, ti accompagneremo in un viaggio di un anno per risvegliare il gigante che è dentro di te. Cosa vi troverete? - 365 immersioni quotidiane, brevi riflessioni e spunti di ispirazione per guidarti giorno dopo giorno verso il cambiamento.

In the fifth edition of his best-selling Very Short Introduction work, Manfred B. Steger considers the major dimensions of globalization: economic, political, cultural, ideological, and ecological. He looks at its causes and effects, and engages with the hotly contested question of whether globalization is, ultimately, a good or a bad thing.  

The Four Pillars of Business Success is a business audiobook made to help entrepreneurs, business leaders, and managers learn to develop the strong foundation every business needs to be the best in its class. The audiobook’s author, Alan Yong, utilizes the insights he has gained over the course of four decades in business to offer today’s entrepreneurs a road map to success.

Follow this family of six on their passage - extraordinary, hilarious and heartbreakingly poignant-from Bright Lights (of New York City) to the Northern Lights (of Norway) to the City of Light (Paris) to the speed-of-light of the Autobahn (in Munich). Continue deep into the tropics of Southeast Asia (Singapore) and end your voyage in the heights of the Swiss Alps (Geneva).

In Shame-Free Parenting, author Craig Knippenberg takes on the trend of hypervigilant parenting and offers a compassionate guide to navigating the complexities of parenting with resilience and authenticity. With sections that address pivotal aspects of raising children, Knippenberg equips parents with practical strategies to forge strong connections while fostering independence. From managing emotions to setting boundaries, this book encourages parents to embrace their own imperfections—it's okay to lose it sometimes, even relax!-and work toward growth.

El libro, publicado en español, utiliza un lenguaje fácil y comprensible con el fin de crear mayor conciencia sobre el compromiso, responsabilidad y rol de cada actor en la sociedad para alcanzar la sostenibilidad. Las empresas y familias que deseen contribuir al desarrollo sostenible tendrán el conocimiento sobre cómo y dónde empezar. Aunque el libro fue escrito originalmente para el público de la República Dominicana su contenido es, sin duda, aplicable a otros lugares, toda vez que nuestra necesidad de un entorno más sostenible es global y no tiene límites geográficos.

Economics for People and the Planet, a collection of essays by James K. Boyce on the environment, inequality, and the economy, argues that there is not an inexorable trade-off between advancing human well-being and having a clean and safe environment. The goal of economic policy should be to grow the good things that improve our well-being and environmental quality and reduce the bad things that harm humans and nature. To reorient the economy for these ends, we will need to achieve a more egalitarian distribution of wealth and power.

Si te sientes abrumado por todo el ruido en torno a la inteligencia artificial, no estás solo. Pero quienes aprenden a usar herramientas como ChatGPT trabajan más rápido, ganan más y disfrutan de mayor libertad. Este audiolibro 2 en 1 para principiantes elimina la confusión y te ofrece pasos prácticos para transformar la IA en tu asistente personal, tu generador de ideas y tu aliado en productividad.

Convierte ChatGPT en tu asistente 24/7 y descubre cómo trabajar menos, ganar más y vivir mejor. Con esta guía práctica aprenderás a usar la inteligencia artificial para automatizar tareas, impulsar tu negocio y multiplicar tu productividad. No necesitas conocimientos técnicos, solo curiosidad y ganas de aprovechar esta herramienta.

The new world of results-driven aid that could put an end to extreme poverty Drawing on 2 decades covering global development as editor in chief of Devex, Raj Kumar explores how nontraditional models of philanthropy and aid are empowering the world’s poorest people to make progress. Old aid...

Global Habits for a Happier Life: Unlocking the Secrets to Well-Being from Around the World by Daniel Strope is your passport to a life filled with more joy, peace, and purpose. Imagine if you could gather all the wisdom about well-being from cultures across the globe, and use it to enhance your own life. Well, you no longer have to imagine it—you can live it. This unique book offers you a range of practices, rituals, and philosophies from various traditions that are aimed at fostering a richer, happier existence.

In an era when people and money are flowing fast across international boundaries, physically and virtually, culture crashes have become increasingly frequent, says international business consultant Michael Landers. A culture crash is what happens when someone unwittingly offends, frustrates or mystifies a person from a different culture. This can lead to lost business, hurt feelings, damaged relationships, even international incidents.

How and why do some entrepreneurs succeed where others fail? The answer is actually very simple. Everything you have in your life is a result of the choices you and you alone have made on a daily basis...and just prior to making that choice, you had a thought. This book is all about your thinking processes. It will show you a tried and tested formula that you can apply to succeed as an entrepreneur - as well as the thinking (and actions) required to implement it!

Ich erzähle von 4 deutsche Unternehmen, die es vom kleinen 1-Mann Betrieb Anfang des 19. Jahrhunderts geschafft haben zum Global Leader zu werden. Trotz aller Widrigkeiten, wie zwei Weltkriege, die große Rezession oder die Enteignung haben es Harald Riegel sen., Robert Bosch oder die Dassler Brüder geschafft globale Leader in ihren jeweilige Industrien aufzubauen. Ihr hört von Pele´s Schuhtrick im Weltmeister Finale 1970 oder wie Harald Riegel auf die weltbekannte Gold Bären Form für seine Naschereien kam. Was ist auch heute noch der Renner, der meist verkaufte Schuh bei Birkenstock ?

Global Communication Skills takes practical hands-on experience and magnifies the craft of reaching nations to make change. Today's digital multimedia publishing landscape has produced international opportunities to cross borders and blend communities in business, education, science, and technology. The business leaders of tomorrow need the competitive edge and advantage to overcome barriers. Get the global communication skills that positions you in the right place on stage for excellence on the international arena.

With the help of practical examples, 60 innovative ideas, and two well researched case studies, Naomi Mc Laughlan has taken great effort to cover this huge field of environmental and society friendly business strategy approach. Furthermore, you will learn about the value chain and your customer's journey, and how you can adapt your business to reduce any form of waste in the chapter on lean management.

In A Performer, a Environment, Farrell Middleton presents a practical framework for achieving personal and professional growth rooted in real-life challenges and timeless principles. Central to the book is the "20/60/20" principle: 20% of individuals excel, 60% perform adequately, and 20% struggle. Farrell provides actionable strategies to help you rise to the top of the curve by cultivating a growth mindset, improving communication, building stronger relationships, and implementing other impactful practices.