Summaries of books about Business & Finance:
Managing IT as a Business
A Survival Guide for CEOs
Mark D. Lutchen
The book provides a framework for CEOs and business leaders to understand and manage their IT investments effectively, aligning technology strategies with business goals. It offers practical advice on governance, risk management, and performance measurement to ensure IT supports the overall organizational strategy and delivers value.
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Fair Pay
How to Get a Raise, Close the Wage Gap, and Build Stronger Businesses
David Buckmaster
The book provides insights and actionable advice on navigating salary negotiations, addressing pay disparities, and understanding the complexities of compensation systems. It offers strategies for both employees and employers to foster equitable pay practices and build more financially inclusive workplace environments.
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Results Rule!
Build a Culture That Blows the Competition Away
Randy Pennington
The book emphasizes the importance of creating a results-oriented organizational culture that prioritizes performance and customer satisfaction over excuses and internal politics. It provides strategies and real-world examples for leaders to establish clear expectations, maintain accountability, and foster an environment where continuous improvement drives competitive advantage.
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Disruptive Branding
How to Win in Times of Change
Jacob Benbunan|Gabor Schreier|Benjamin Knapp
The book provides insights into how brands can adapt and thrive in a rapidly changing marketplace by embracing disruption and innovation. It offers strategies for companies to differentiate themselves, connect with customers, and stay relevant through case studies and practical advice on brand transformation.
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The Fund Industry
How Your Money is Managed
Robert Pozen|Theresa Hamacher
The book provides an in-depth look at the mutual fund industry, explaining the inner workings of fund management, investment strategies, regulatory environment, and the impact of technological advancements. It offers insights into the roles of fund managers, the structure of funds, and the challenges and opportunities for investors navigating this complex financial landscape.
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Campaigns that Shook the World
The Evolution of Public Relations
Danny Rogers
The book provides an in-depth analysis of some of the most influential and groundbreaking PR campaigns from the past few decades, examining how they were conceived and executed. It also explores the impact these campaigns had on the evolution of the public relations industry and on popular culture.
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Built to Love
Creating Products That Captivate Customers
Peter Boatwright|Jonathan Cagan
The book explores the intersection of design and emotion, arguing that successful products not only meet functional needs but also connect emotionally with users. It provides strategies for companies to integrate emotional appeal into product development, enhancing customer loyalty and market success.
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Rapid Results!
How 100-Day Projects Build the Capacity for Large-Scale Change
Robert H. Schaffer|Ronald N. Ashkenas
The book presents a methodology for implementing short-term 100-day projects that can drive organizational change and improve performance. It emphasizes the importance of setting clear goals, creating accountability, and building momentum to enable larger transformations within companies.
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Power Teams Beyond Borders
How to Work Remotely and Build Powerful Virtual Teams
Peter Ivanov
The book provides strategies and insights for managing and empowering remote teams, emphasizing the importance of communication, technology, and cultural understanding. It offers practical advice on how to overcome the challenges of distance and time zones to create cohesive and productive virtual teams.
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How to Hire a Champion
Insider Secrets to Find, Select, and Keep Great Employees
David Snyder
The book provides insights and practical strategies for recruiting top talent, focusing on identifying individuals with the potential to excel and contribute significantly to an organization's success. It offers guidance on the entire hiring process, from crafting effective job descriptions to conducting interviews and retaining high-performing employees.
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