Summaries of books about Business & Finance:
The Art of Being Unreasonable
Lessons in Unconventional Thinking
Eli Broad
The book imparts wisdom from billionaire entrepreneur Eli Broad on how to achieve success by defying conventional wisdom, embracing risk, and relentlessly pursuing ambitious goals. It combines personal anecdotes with practical advice on innovation, philanthropy, and problem-solving by questioning the status quo.
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Pinnacle
Five Principles that Take Your Business to the Top of the Mountain
Steve Preda|Gregory Cleary
The book provides a framework of five key principles designed to help business owners and entrepreneurs scale their companies effectively and sustainably. It offers practical advice and strategies for leadership development, team building, and creating a high-performance business culture that can lead to long-term success and reach the pinnacle of their industry.
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The Myths of Creativity
The Truth About How Innovative Companies and People Generate Great Ideas
David Burkus
The book debunks the common myths surrounding creativity in the workplace, such as the lone genius and brainstorming effectiveness, and provides insights into the real drivers of innovation based on psychological and organizational research. It offers practical strategies for individuals and companies to foster a culture that encourages and sustains creative thinking and innovation.
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Taking the Work Out of Networking
An Introvert's Guide to Making Connections That Count
Karen Wickre
The book provides practical advice for introverts on how to build and maintain professional relationships with less anxiety and more authenticity. It emphasizes the importance of nurturing a diverse network through digital tools and personal habits, tailored to those who prefer a more thoughtful and less aggressive approach to networking.
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Riding Shotgun
The Role of the COO
Nathan Bennett|Stephen A. Miles
The book provides an in-depth exploration of the Chief Operating Officer's function within an organization, examining the various roles a COO might play, their relationship with the CEO, and the unique challenges they face. It offers insights and strategies for current and aspiring COOs to navigate their responsibilities effectively and drive organizational success.
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Trust Agents
Using the Web to Build Influence, Improve Reputation, and Earn Trust
Chris Brogan|Julien Smith
The book explores how individuals and businesses can use online social networks to establish trust and build relationships that enhance their influence and reputation. It provides strategies for becoming a "trust agent," someone who leverages digital platforms to create transparency, credibility, and a loyal following.
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The Globotics Upheaval
Globalization, Robotics, and the Future of Work
Richard Baldwin
The book explores the impact of the simultaneous rise of globalization and robotics on the future job market, predicting a significant upheaval in the nature of work. It discusses how digital technology will enable remote workers from around the world to compete with local labor, while automation and artificial intelligence will transform the employment landscape, leading to both challenges and opportunities for workers and economies.
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To Be Honest
Lead with the Power of Truth, Justice and Purpose
Ron A. Carucci
The book explores the importance of honesty in leadership, advocating for transparency, ethical behavior, and purpose-driven decision-making. It provides insights and practical advice on how leaders can build trust, foster justice within their organizations, and lead with integrity to achieve sustainable success.
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The CIO Paradox
Battling the Contradictions of IT Leadership
Martha Heller
The book examines the complex role of IT leaders, highlighting the contradictory expectations and challenges they face, such as balancing innovation with keeping systems running smoothly. It offers insights and strategies for overcoming these paradoxes to achieve success in the evolving landscape of technology management.
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Six Sigma for Everyone
George Eckes
The book provides a clear and concise introduction to the principles and practices of Six Sigma, a data-driven approach to improving business processes and performance. It explains the methodology's tools and techniques, aiming to make the concepts accessible to a broad audience, including those without a statistical background.
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