Summaries of books about Business & Finance:
The Psychology of Trading
Tools and Techniques for Minding the Markets
Brett N. Steenbarger
The book offers insights into the psychological challenges that traders face and provides practical strategies for managing emotions and improving decision-making in the markets. It combines cognitive psychology, behavioral finance, and hands-on trading experience to help traders develop mental discipline and enhance their performance.
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Leadership U
Accelerating Through the Crisis Curve
Gary Burnison
The book provides insights and strategies for leaders to navigate through crises, emphasizing the importance of agility, emotional intelligence, and connectivity. It outlines a roadmap for leadership development and organizational transformation, drawing on real-world examples and practical advice to accelerate growth and change during challenging times.
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Wild Ride
Inside Uber's Quest for World Domination
Adam Lashinsky
The book delves into the aggressive growth tactics and corporate culture of Uber, exploring how the company expanded rapidly across the globe under the leadership of its controversial CEO, Travis Kalanick. It provides an in-depth look at the internal dynamics, challenges, and scandals that shaped the ride-hailing giant's journey towards becoming a major player in the transportation industry.
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Managing Up
How to Move up, Win at Work, and Succeed with Any Type of Boss
Mary Abbajay
The book provides strategies and tips for effectively managing relationships with supervisors of various management styles, aiming to enhance career progression. It offers practical advice on communication, adaptability, and proactive engagement to build a positive dynamic with one's boss, regardless of their personality or approach to leadership.
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The New Corner Office
How the Most Successful People Work from Home
Laura Vanderkam
The book provides strategies and insights for maximizing productivity while working from home, covering topics such as setting up a dedicated workspace, managing time effectively, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. It offers practical advice and tips for remote workers to stay focused, motivated, and connected with their teams.
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Hug Your Customers
STILL The Proven Way to Personalize Sales and Achieve Astounding Results
Jack Mitchell
The book provides insights into the importance of personalized customer service, sharing strategies and anecdotes from the author's experience in retail to build lasting relationships with clients. It emphasizes the value of genuine connections, going beyond standard customer service practices to create loyal, satisfied customers through exceptional, personalized experiences.
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Images of Organization
Gareth Morgan
The book presents a study of organizational behavior and management using metaphors to understand and diagnose organizational issues. It explores eight metaphors including organizations as machines, organisms, brains, cultures, political systems, psychic prisons, flux and transformation, and instruments of domination.
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The Leadership Secrets of Santa Claus
How to Get Big Things Done in YOUR "Workshop"...All Year Long
Eric Harvey
The book presents a whimsical yet practical guide to effective leadership and management, using the metaphor of Santa Claus running his North Pole workshop. It outlines strategies for building a motivated team, setting expectations, and delivering results, with an emphasis on maintaining a positive culture and keeping the holiday spirit alive all year round.
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Data-Driven Marketing
The 15 Metrics Everyone in Marketing Should Know
Mark Jeffery
The book outlines fifteen essential metrics that marketers should track and analyze to measure the effectiveness of their marketing efforts and make data-driven decisions. It emphasizes the importance of quantifying marketing's impact on a company's financial performance and provides a framework for understanding and leveraging data to drive business growth.
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Leading with Gratitude
Eight Leadership Practices for Extraordinary Business Results
Adrian Gostick|Chester Elton
The book explores the transformative power of gratitude in the workplace, presenting eight practical strategies for leaders to foster appreciation and positivity among their teams. It includes real-world examples, case studies, and actionable advice on how to boost employee engagement, productivity, and overall company performance through the practice of gratitude.
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