Real Economics

After the global financial panic and recession of 2007–2009, you don’t have to be president or a hedge fund manager to know that “It’s the economy, stupid.” Yet while the economy dominates the headlines, how it works and who influences it remain a mystery to most people. In The Little Book of Economics, Greg Ip, an award-winning journalist renowned for making complex economics easy to understand, walks you through how the economy really works.

The real wealth of nations, Riane Eisler argues, is not merely financial, but includes the contributions of people and our natural environment. Here, Eisler goes beyond the market to reexamine economics from a larger perspective - and shows that we must give visibility and value to the socially and economically essential work of caring for people and the planet if we are to meet the enormous challenges we face.

Entrepreneurial Leap, Updated and Expanded Edition is an easy-to-use guide that will help you decide if entrepreneurship is right for you—because success as an entrepreneur depends on far more than just a great idea and a generous helping of luck. In this three-part book, Gino Wickman, bestselling author of Traction, reveals the six essential traits that every entrepreneur needs in order to succeed, based on real-world startups. If these traits ring true for you, you'll get a glimpse of what your life would look like as an entrepreneur.

The second edition of the fun and fascinating guide to the main ideas of the Austrian School of economics, written in sparkling prose, especially for the non-economist. Gene Callahan shows that good economics isn't about government planning or statistical models - it's about human beings and the choices they make in the real world. This may be the most important book of its kind since Hazlitt's Economics in One Lesson. Though written for the beginner, it has been justly praised by scholars too, including Israel Kirzner, Walter Block, and Peter Boettke.

In Recession-Proof Real Estate Investing, accomplished investor J Scott dives into the theory of economic cycles and the real-world strategies for harnessing them to your advantage. With a glossary of terms, articulate visuals, and clear instructions for every type of investor, this easy-to-follow guide will show you how to make money during all of the market’s twists and turns.

Riane Eisler proposes a new "caring economics" that takes into account the full spectrum of economic activities - from the life-sustaining activities of the household, to the life-enriching activities of caregivers and communities, to the life-supporting processes of nature.

Tessa Distor invites you on an eye-opening journey where new and seasoned real estate investors will learn the profound impact inflation, government policies, and market trends can have on property values. Armed with her insight, you’ll be better equipped to see the challenges and seize the opportunities to make result-driven investments.

With the fall of the Berlin Wall, one economic model emerged triumphant. Capitalism - spanning a spectrum from laissez-faire to authoritarian - shapes the market economies of all the wealthiest and fastest-growing nations. The trouble is cracking its shiny veneer. In the US, economic growth is no longer matched by economic development. Wealth is concentrated in the hands of a few, natural resources are exploited for short-term profits, and good jobs are hard to find.

Unstuck Economics is your wake-up call and your roadmap out. Whether you’re starting from zero or ready to scale, Bo Jacob, CPA and self-made entrepreneur, delivers a practical, actionable playbook for turning smart hustles into real wealth.

Renomados observadores da economia e da sociedade brasileiras refletem sobre os trinta anos da moeda que mudou os rumos do país. Composto por textos escritos no calor dos acontecimentos, quase todos por ocasião de aniversários do Real, cada qual com seu ângulo, seu timbre e sua voz, 30 anos do Real procura refletir as angústias de um instante no tempo.

Canada is one of the wealthiest nations in the world, yet millions of Canadians struggle to make ends meet. Young people can’t afford homes, small businesses are suffocating under red tape, and skyrocketing national debt threatens future generations. It’s time for a bold new vision. It’s time for an Economic Charter of Rights. Canada’s economy is broken – but we can fix it. In this groundbreaking book, Frank Stronach, one of Canada’s most successful entrepreneurs, lays out a clear, step-by-step plan to restore economic prosperity and create a fairer system for all Canadians.

Morgan Simon is an investment professional who works at the nexus of social finance and social justice. In Real Impact, she teaches us how to get it right, leveraging the world's resources to truly transform the economy. Over the past 17 years, Simon has influenced over $150 billion from endowments, families, and foundations. In Real Impact, Simon shares her experience as both investor and activist to offer clear strategies for investors, community leaders, and entrepreneurs alike. Real Impact is essential listening for anyone seeking real change in the world.

At a time when debate is raging about how to create jobs and revive the American economy, veteran business writer William J. Holstein argues that the best way for us to recover our economic footing is to do what Americans do best - innovate and create new industries. Contrary to the perception that the American economy has run out of inspiration and new ideas, Holstein uses compelling case studies to celebrate the innovation and business success being experienced in many industries....

Master the psychology of decision-making and outsmart the cognitive biases secretly controlling your money and career. Instead of acting like perfectly rational calculators, humans are messy, emotional, and driven by hidden social pressures. Perfect for your morning commute, this...

The richest people in the world use inflation investing to protect and grow their wealth during times of currency devaluation. While the average person sees inflation as a financial burden, the smart investor knows how to take advantage of inflation to build generational wealth. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just getting started, this book will show you how to make inflation work in your favor. Inflation Investing is your guide to making money and protecting yourself from economic disaster. Harness the power of inflation and never lose money to inflation ever again.

Let us help you make your learning more efficient and effective. What will you get from this series from C.R. Wesley? Convenience. Efficiency. Information. Knowledge. Action. In this secondary literature in the Real Estate Knowledge Series, we will now become investors! You have previously learned how to acquire your first home with down payment assistance and now it is time for your second property!