Summaries of books about Business & Finance:
The Brain Advantage
Become a More Effective Business Leader Using the Latest Brain Research
Madeleine L. Van Hecke|Lisa P. Callahan|Brad Kolar|Ken A. Paller
The book explores how understanding neuroscience can enhance leadership skills and decision-making in business. It provides insights into how the brain works and offers practical strategies for leaders to improve their effectiveness by leveraging the latest findings in brain research.
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How Amazon Branded Convenience and Normalized Monopoly
Emily West
The book critically examines Amazon's rise to dominance in the retail sector, exploring how the company has redefined convenience and consumer expectations while raising concerns about its monopolistic practices. It delves into the implications of Amazon's business model for competition, labor, and the broader economy, questioning the societal costs of its success.
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Relax, It's Only Uncertainty
Lead the way when the way is changing
Philip Hodgson|Randall P. White
The book provides insights and strategies for leaders to navigate and thrive in environments characterized by uncertainty and constant change. It emphasizes the importance of adaptability, resilience, and the ability to maintain a clear vision while managing the stress and challenges that come with unpredictable circumstances.
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Re-Engage
How America's Best Places to Work Inspire Extra Effort in Extraordinary Times
Leigh Branham|Mark Hirschfeld
The book presents research and analysis on what makes companies successful at engaging their employees, especially during challenging economic periods. It offers insights and best practices from high-performing organizations on how to motivate staff to go the extra mile and maintain high levels of commitment and performance.
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The Peon Book
How to Manage Us
Dave Haynes
The book provides insights and practical advice on how to effectively manage employees who are considered 'peons,' or lower-level workers, by understanding their perspectives and needs. It offers strategies for improving communication, motivation, and productivity to create a more harmonious and efficient workplace.
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Just Ask a Woman
Cracking the Code of What Women Want and How They Buy
Mary Lou Quinlan
The book delves into the consumer behavior of women, exploring their decision-making processes and preferences when it comes to purchasing products and services. It provides insights and strategies for marketers to effectively reach and engage with female audiences by understanding their needs, desires, and the emotional drivers behind their buying choices.
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Corporate Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Paul Burns
The book provides a comprehensive exploration of how innovation and entrepreneurial strategies are implemented within corporate settings, offering insights into the processes, organizational structures, and cultural factors that foster or hinder entrepreneurial activities in established companies. It includes case studies, practical tools, and frameworks to guide managers and leaders in creating a conducive environment for innovation and driving growth through intrapreneurial initiatives.
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How to Manage Meetings
Alan Barker
The book provides practical guidance on organizing and conducting effective meetings, covering topics such as setting clear objectives, managing group dynamics, and ensuring productive outcomes. It offers strategies for different types of meetings, including virtual ones, and tips on how to handle difficult situations and maintain engagement.
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When Talent Isn't Enough
Business Basics for the Creatively Inclined: For Creative Professionals, Including… Artists, Writers, Designers, Bloggers, Web ... to Freelance or Run Their Own Business
Kristen Fischer
The book provides practical advice and business strategies for creative professionals to turn their talents into a sustainable business. It covers essential topics such as marketing, legal issues, finance, and client relations, tailored to the unique challenges faced by artists, writers, designers, and other creatives in freelancing or entrepreneurship.
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The Horizontal Organization
What the Organization of the Future Actually Looks Like and How It Delivers Value to Customers
Frank Ostroff
The book explores a management approach that emphasizes cross-functional teams and processes over traditional hierarchical structures, aiming to enhance flexibility, responsiveness, and customer value. It provides insights into how organizations can restructure to promote collaboration, innovation, and adaptability in a rapidly changing business environment.
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