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The Big Short

Die wahre Geschichte hinter der großen Finanzkrise – spannend wie ein KrimiDas ganze Geld ist nicht weg – es hat nur die Besitzer gewechselt. Was genau sich kurz vor der großen Finanzkrise hinter den Kulissen der Wall Street abspielte, erzählt der ehemalige Investmentbanker und heutige Bestsellerautor Michael Lewis auf eindrucksvolle Weise. In der wahren Geschichte über Gier und Maßlosigkeit im Herzen der Finanzwirtschaft legt er die zynischen Mechanismen der Märkte offen und erzählt von der Erfindung einer monströsen Geldmaschine: Eine Handvoll findiger Hedgefondsmanager ahnte den Zusammenbruch des Immobilienmarktes in den USA voraus und wettete gegen den Markt. Mit Erfolg.

Principles for Success

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An entertaining, illustrated adaptation of Ray Dalio’s Principles, the #1 New York Times bestseller that has sold more than two million copies worldwide.Principles for Success distills Ray Dalio’s 600-page bestseller, Principles: Life & Work, down to an easy-to-read and entertaining format that’s accessible to readers of all ages. It contains the key elements of the unconventional principles that helped Dalio become one of the world’s most successful people—and that have now been read and shared by millions worldwide—including how to set goals, learn from mistakes, and collaborate with others to produce exceptional results. Whether you’re already a fan of the ideas in Principles or are discovering them for the first time, this illustrated guide will help you achieve success in having the life that you want to have.

World Class Applications of Six Sigma

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World Class Applications shows what real organisations have done to implement Six Sigma, the methodology used, and the results delivered. The book provides details of how these organisations overcame issues with the statistical tools of Six Sigma and provides valuable lessons by explaining what went wrong when implementation failed. Cases cover topics including: Six Sigma in HR; Implementing Six Sigma in the Dow Chemical company; Six Sigma in IT; and Six Sigma to improve reporting quality.

Princípios para o sucesso

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Os princípios que levaram Ray Dalio ao topo, agora em edição ilustradaPrincípios para o sucesso extrai o que há de melhor do best-seller de quase 600 páginas de Ray Dalio, Princípios: Vida e Trabalho, em um formato fácil de ler e divertido, acessível a leitores de todas as idades. A obra contém os elementos essenciais dos princípios não convencionais que ajudaram Dalio — copresidente da Bridgewater Associates, a maior e mais eficaz empresa de fundos hedge da atualidade — a se tornar uma das pessoas mais bem-sucedidas do mundo. Um guia ilustrado que ensinará o leitor a estabelecer metas, aprender com os erros e colaborar com outras pessoas para produzir resultados excepcionais, além de ajudá-lo a obter sucesso e alcançar seus objetivos de vida.

Les Principes du succès

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« Ray Dalio m'a fourni d'inestimables idées et conseils, qui vous sont désormais accessibles dans Les Principes du succès. » BILL GATES Composé d'un ensemble de principes de vie et de travail, Les principes du succès regorge d’idées novatrices. Ray Dalio propose une approche claire et directe de la prise de décision qui peuvent être utilisés par chacun pour atteindre ses propres objectifs. Ray Dalio est devenu l’une des cent personnes les plus influentes (selon le Time) et les plus riches (selon Forbes) au monde, et parce que ses principes d’investissement uniques ont révolutionné le secteur, le magazine CIO l’a appelé « le Steve Jobs de l’investissement ». Il estime que son succès n’est pas dû à quoi que ce soit de spécial le concernant, mais de principes qu’il a appris, principalement en faisant des erreurs, et dont selon lui la plupart des gens peuvent bénéficier. Désormais âgé de 68 ans, Ray Dalio a pour principal objectif de transmettre ces principes au cas où d’autres les trouveraient utiles.

Weltordnung im Wandel

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In dieser bemerkenswerten und zeitgemäßen Ergänzung zu seiner Principles-Reihe nimmt Dalio die Leser mit auf seine Studie über die großen Imperien – einschließlich des holländischen, britischen und amerikanischen – und rückt den »großen Zyklus«, der die Erfolge und Misserfolge aller großen Länder der Welt im Laufe der Geschichte bestimmt hat, ins rechte Licht. Vor einigen Jahren begann Ray Dalio beunruhigende politische und wirtschaftliche Entwicklungen zu bemerken, denen er in seiner 50-jährigen Karriere noch nie zuvor begegnet war. Auf der Suche nach einer Erklärung entdeckte er, dass solche Kombinationen von Bedingungen charakteristisch für Perioden des Übergangs sind, in denen sich Reichtum und Macht in einer Weise verschoben, die die Weltordnung neu gestaltete. Dieses Buch analysiert die turbulentesten wirtschaftlichen und politischen Phasen der Geschichte, um zu zeigen, warum die vor uns liegenden Zeiten sich radikal von denen unterscheiden werden, die wir bisher erlebt haben.

The Richest Man in Babylon

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The Richest Man in Babylon is considered as the greatest of all inspirational works on the subject of thrift, financial planning, and personal wealth. Revealed inside are the secrets to acquiring money, keeping money, and making money earn more money.Providing financial wisdom through parables, 'The Richest Man in Babylon' was originally a set of pamphlets, written by the author and distributed by banks and insurance companies. These pamphlets were later bundled together, giving birth to a book. In this new rendering by Charles Conrad, the classic tale is retold in clear, simple language for today's readers. These fascinating and informative stories set you on a sure path to prosperity and its accompanying joys.Top 10 ebooks by General Press:● Civilization and Its Discontents, 9789387669529● Feeling is the Secret, 9789388760188● How to Attract Money, 9789388118415● My Inventions, 9789388118095● The Game of Life and How to Play It, 9789387669468● The Ladies' Book of Etiquette and Manual of Politeness, 9788180320378● The Magic of Believing, 9789388118101● The Power of Your Subconscious Mind, 9788180320958● The Richest Man in Babylon, 9789387669383● The Secret Teachings of All Ages, 9789389440362● The World as I See It, 9789388118088● Why I Killed Gandhi, 9789389440072

HBR’s 10 Must Reads on High Performance (with bonus article "The Right Way to Form New Habits” An interview with James Clear)

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Set yourself on the path to greatness.If you read nothing else on performing at your highest level, read these 10 articles. We've combed through hundreds of Harvard Business Review articles and selected the most important ones to help you learn what successful people do differently, find inspiration in your work, and achieve your full potential.This book will inspire you to:Identify the patterns that are holding you backTurn weaknesses into strengths and strengths into successForm the right habits to reach your goalsFocus on the work that matters mostAvoid the pitfalls of being a star performerSet the stage for others to excelThis collection of articles includes "The Making of an Expert," by K. Anders Ericsson, Michael J. Prietula, and Edward T. Cokely; "Managing Oneself," by Peter F. Drucker; "Are You a High Potential?," by Douglas A. Ready, Jay A. Conger, and Linda A. Hill, "Making Yourself Indispensable," by John H. Zenger, Joseph R. Folkman, and Scott K. Edinger; "How to Play to Your Strengths," by Laura Morgan Roberts, Gretchen Spreitzer, Jane Dutton, Robert Quinn, Emily Heaphy, and Brianna Barker Caza; "The Power of Small Wins," by Teresa M. Amabile and Steven J. Kramer; "Nine Things Successful People Do Differently," by Heidi Grant; "Make Time for the Work That Matters," by Julian Birkinshaw and Jordan Cohen; "Don't Be Blinded by Your Own Expertise," by Sydney Finkelstein; "Mindfulness in the Age of Complexity," by Ellen Langer and Alison Beard; "Primal Leadership," by Daniel Goleman, Richard Boyatzis, and Annie McKee; and "The Right Way to Form New Habits," by James Clear and Alison Beard.HBR's 10 Must Reads paperback series is the definitive collection of books for new and experienced leaders alike. Leaders looking for the inspiration that big ideas provide, both to accelerate their own growth and that of their companies, should look no further. HBR's 10 Must Reads series focuses on the core topics that every ambitious manager needs to know: leadership, strategy, change, managing people, and managing yourself. Harvard Business Review has sorted through hundreds of articles and selected only the most essential reading on each topic. Each title includes timeless advice that will be relevant regardless of an ever‐changing business environment.

Make Money Online: A Step By Step Guide

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Make Money Online: A Step by Step Guide. You are probably in a situation where you are trying to make more money. Maybe you want to start an online business, maybe you want to start generating a passive income online, or perhaps you simply want to make money online by launching a website. No matter how you plan to do it, one thing is sure, in the end your goal is to make money online. Throughout my journey to success, I have learned many principles, unfortunately the hard way, on how to generate an income stream online. It all started from nothing, I had found out that I could not do what I had always wanted, for reasons mentioned in this book, therefore I needed to find a way to make a more than decent living. Throughout my online journey to success, I have come across multiple ways of making money online. These ranged from affiliate marketing programs, launching a website, getting paid to take surveys and many others...

Applying Fuzzy Logic for the Digital Economy and Society

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This edited book presents the state-of-the-art of applying fuzzy logic to managerial decision-making processes in areas such as fuzzy-based portfolio management, recommender systems, performance assessment and risk analysis, among others. Presenting the latest research, with a strong focus on applications and case studies, it is a valuable resource for researchers, practitioners, project leaders and managers wanting to apply or improve their fuzzy-based skills.

Running Meetings (HBR 20-Minute Manager Series)

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Whether you're new to running meetings or a seasoned executive with no time to waste, leading effective (and even pleasant!) meetings is a must. Running Meetings guides you through the basics of:Crafting a useful agendaInviting the right team membersMaking sure everyone's voice is heard while avoiding conflictCapturing decisions, ideas, and follow-up tasksDon't have much time? Get up to speed fast on the most essential business skills with HBR's 20-Minute Manager series. Whether you need a crash course or a brief refresher, each book in the series is a concise, practical primer that will help you brush up on a key management topic. Advice you can quickly read and apply, for ambitious professionals and aspiring executives--from the most trusted source in business. Also available as an ebook.

Engines and fuels of the future in the automotive industry

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This essay is about the engines and fuels of the future in the automotive industry. It tries to find out whether these technologies are suitable for the purpose to reduce pollutant emissions. Furthermore, it will consider the potential of the engines/fuels which they can contribute to an sustainable energy supply in the traffic sector, independent of the use of crude oil.

HBR'S 10 Must Reads: The Essentials

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An introduction to the most enduring ideas on management from Harvard Business ReviewChange is the one constant in business, and we must adapt or face obsolescence. Yet certain challenges never go away. That's what makes this book "must read." These are the 10 seminal articles by management's most influential experts, on topics of perennial concern to ambitious managers and leaders hungry for inspiration--and ready to run with big ideas to accelerate their own and their companies' success.If you read nothing else - full stop - read:Michael Porter on creating competitive advantage and distinguishing your company from rivalsJohn Kotter on leading change through eight critical stagesDaniel Goleman on using emotional intelligence to maximize performancePeter Drucker on managing your career by evaluating your own strengths and weaknessesClay Christensen on orchestrating innovation within established organizationsTom Davenport on using analytics to determine how to keep your customers loyalRobert Kaplan and David Norton on measuring your company's strategy with the Balanced ScorecardRosabeth Moss Kanter on avoiding common mistakes when pushing innovation forwardTed Levitt on understanding who your customers are and what they really wantC. K. Prahalad and Gary Hamel on identifying the unique, integrated systems that support your strategy

Mastering Executive Coaching

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This book aims to enrich the knowledge and toolkit of executive coaches and help them on their development path towards mastery. Edited by three leading practitioners, it brings together the expertise of an international range of Master Coaches, and provides evidence-based practical chapters across a broad range of topics, including contracting, ethical dilemmas, coaching board members and non-executive directors, and the use of psychometrics. Mastering Executive Coaching will be essential reading for executive coaches, consultants and trainers who are looking to develop their practice. It will also be highly relevant for Masters-level students of coaching and coaching psychology.

The Business Book

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You can achieve your business dream. Beat the odds as you learn from the best - including Henry Ford, Steve Jobs, and Bill Gates - and turn your idea into an amazing and profitable enterprise.The Business Book helps you over the hurdles facing every new business, such as finding a gap in the market, securing finance, employing people, and creating an eye-catching brand. It is a plain-speaking visual guide to 80 of the most important commerce theories including chaos theory, critical path analysis, market mapping, and the MABA matrix. Its graphics and flow diagrams demystify complicated concepts and explain the ideas of seminal business thinkers, such as Malcolm Gladwell's "tipping point" or Michael Porter's "five forces". It shows that you can succeed with stories of rags-to-riches entrepreneurs, including the founders of Hewlett-Packard, who began their global enterprise from their garage.Whether you are a student, a CEO, or a would-be entrepreneur, The Business Book will inspire you and put you on the inside track to making your goal a reality.Series Overview: Big Ideas Simply Explained series uses creative design and innovative graphics along with straightforward and engaging writing to make complex subjects easier to understand. With over 7 million copies worldwide sold to date, these award-winning books provide just the information needed for students, families, or anyone interested in concise, thought-provoking refreshers on a single subject.

The ONE Thing

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What's your ONE thing?People are using this simple, powerful concept to focus on what matters most in their personal and work lives. Companies are helping their employees be more productive with study groups, training, and coaching. Sales teams are boosting sales. Churches are conducting classes and recommending for their members. By focusing their energy on one thing at a time people are living more rewarding lives by building their careers, strengthening their finances, losing weight and getting in shape, deepening their faith, and nurturing stronger marriages and personal relationships. YOU WANT LESS. You want fewer distractions and less on your plate. The daily barrage of e-mails, texts, tweets, messages, and meetings distract you and stress you out. The simultaneous demands of work and family are taking a toll. And what's the cost? Second-rate work, missed deadlines, smaller paychecks, fewer promotions--and lots of stress. AND YOU WANT MORE. You want more productivity from your work. More income for a better lifestyle. You want more satisfaction from life, and more time for yourself, your family, and your friends. NOW YOU CAN HAVE BOTH ― LESS AND MORE. In The ONE Thing, you'll learn to: cut through the clutter achieve better results in less time build momentum toward your goal dial down the stress overcome that overwhelmed feeling revive your energy stay on track master what matters to you The book has:Made on more than 575 appearances on national bestseller lists Been #1 Wall Street Journal bestseller, New York Times bestseller, and USA Today bestseller Been translated into 40 languages Won 12 book awards Voted Top 100 Business Book of All Time on Goodreads The ONE Thing delivers extraordinary results in every area of your life--work, personal, family, and spiritual. WHAT'S YOUR ONE THING?

HBR Guide to Coaching Employees (HBR Guide Series)

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Help your employees help themselves.As a manager in today’s business world, you can’t just tell your direct reports what to do: You need to help them make their own decisions, enable them to solve tough problems, and actively develop their skills on the job.Whether you have a star on your team who’s eager to advance, an underperformer who’s dragging the group down, or a steady contributor who feels bored and neglected, you need to coach them: Help shape their goals—and support their efforts to achieve them.In the HBR Guide to Coaching Employees you’ll learn how to:Create realistic but inspiring plans for growthAsk the right questions to engage your employees in the development processGive them room to grapple with problems and discover solutionsAllow them to make the most of their expertise while compelling them to stretch and growGive them feedback they’ll actually applyBalance coaching with the rest of your workloadArm yourself with the advice you need to succeed on the job, from a source you trust. Packed with how-to essentials from leading experts, the HBR Guides provide smart answers to your most pressing work challenges.

Presentations (HBR 20-Minute Manager Series)

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Feeling stressed about your upcoming presentation? Whether you're nervous about how you'll organize your thoughts or how you'll articulate them on the big day, Presentations provides the quick guidelines and expert tips you need to:Craft your messagePrepare and rehearse effectivelyEngage your audienceManage Q&A sessionsDon't have much time? Get up to speed fast on the most essential business skills with HBR's 20-Minute Manager series. Whether you need a crash course or a brief refresher, each book in the series is a concise, practical primer that will help you brush up on a key management topic. Advice you can quickly read and apply, for ambitious professionals and aspiring executives--from the most trusted source in business. Also available as an ebook.

Business Communication

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With advice and tools for improving a wide array of communication skills--from delivering an effective presentation to drafting proposals to the effective use of e-mail--Business Communication helps managers deliver information effectively.

Business Intelligence

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To large organizations, business intelligence (BI) promises the capability of collecting and analyzing internal and external data to generate knowledge and value, thus providing decision support at the strategic, tactical, and operational levels. BI is now impacted by the “Big Data” phenomena and the evolution of society and users. In particular, BI applications must cope with additional heterogeneous (often Web-based) sources, e.g., from social networks, blogs, competitors’, suppliers’, or distributors’ data, governmental or NGO-based analysis and papers, or from research publications. In addition, they must be able to provide their results also on mobile devices, taking into account location-based or time-based environmental data.The lectures held at the Third European Business Intelligence Summer School (eBISS), which are presented here in an extended and refined format, cover not only established BI and BPM technologies, but extend into innovative aspects that are important in this new environment and for novel applications, e.g., pattern and process mining, business semantics, Linked Open Data, and large-scale data management and analysis.Combining papers by leading researchers in the field, this volume equips the reader with the state-of-the-art background necessary for creating the future of BI. It also provides the reader with an excellent basis and many pointers for further research in this growing field.

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