Summaries of books about Business & Finance:
Persuasion
The Art of Getting What You Want
Dave Lakhani
The book provides strategies and techniques for effectively persuading others in various contexts, emphasizing the importance of understanding human psychology and communication skills. It offers practical advice on how to influence decisions and negotiate successfully to achieve personal and professional goals.
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Taking Minutes of Meetings
How to Take Efficient Notes that Make Sense and Support Meetings that Matter
Joanna Gutmann
The book provides practical guidance on the essential task of minute-taking, detailing the process of recording discussions and decisions accurately and efficiently. It covers techniques for preparing for meetings, understanding the role of the minute-taker, and creating clear, concise minutes that serve as an effective record for future reference.
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The Next Economic Disaster
Why It's Coming and How to Avoid It
Richard Vague
The book analyzes the patterns of private debt accumulation that have led to major financial crises, arguing that excessive lending is a key predictor of economic disaster. It proposes policy solutions to monitor and mitigate the risks of private debt to prevent future economic collapses.
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Performance Consulting
A Strategic Process to Improve, Measure, and Sustain Organizational Results
Dana Gaines Robinson|James C. Robinson|Jack J. Phillips|Patricia Pulliam Phillips|Dick Handshaw
The book provides a framework for consultants and organizational leaders to enhance performance through a strategic, results-oriented approach, focusing on aligning the goals of individual employees with the objectives of the organization. It offers practical tools and methodologies for diagnosing performance issues, implementing solutions, and measuring the impact of interventions to ensure sustainable improvement.
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The Brand Mapping Strategy
Design, Build, and Accelerate Your Brand
Karen Tiber Leland
The book provides a comprehensive guide to creating, developing, and promoting a strong brand by using the Brand Mapping Process, which includes strategies for defining brand attributes, positioning, and messaging. It offers practical advice and tools for entrepreneurs and marketers to differentiate their brand in the marketplace and build a loyal customer base.
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Coaching the Team at Work 2
The definitive guide to team coaching
David Clutterbuck
The book provides a comprehensive exploration of team coaching methodologies, offering practical guidance and tools for coaches to develop high-performing teams. It delves into team dynamics, the role of the coach in various team stages, and how to address common challenges faced by teams in the workplace.
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Prosper!
How to Prepare for the Future and Create a World Worth Inheriting
Adam Taggart|Chris Martenson
The book provides a guide for individuals to achieve personal and financial resilience in the face of economic uncertainty, advocating for sustainable living and investment strategies. It emphasizes the importance of community building, self-sufficiency, and preparation for potential global challenges such as resource scarcity and environmental degradation.
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The Entrepreneur's Solution
The Modern Millionaire's Path to More Profit, Fans & Freedom
Mel H. Abraham
The book provides a framework for aspiring entrepreneurs to build successful businesses that align with their personal values and lifestyle goals. It offers practical strategies for creating a profitable business model, attracting a loyal customer base, and achieving financial freedom while making a positive impact.
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Stop Selling and Start Leading
How to Make Extraordinary Sales Happen
James M. Kouzes|Barry Z. Posner|Deb Calvert
The book presents a framework for sales professionals to become more effective leaders by leveraging the practices of successful leaders and applying them to the sales process. It emphasizes the importance of building trust, creating an inspiring vision, and collaborating with customers to drive sales and achieve better results.
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Profit First For Minority Business Enterprises
Susanne Mariga
The book provides a financial management strategy tailored for minority-owned businesses, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing profit to ensure sustainability and growth. It adapts the Profit First methodology to address the unique challenges faced by minority entrepreneurs, offering practical steps and case studies to help them transform their business finances.
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