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A penetrating critique tracing how under-regulated trading between European and U.S. banks led to the 2008 financial crisis—with a prescription…
for preventing another meltdown There have been numerous books examining the 2008 financial crisis from either a U.S. or European perspective. Tamim Bayoumi is the first to explain how the Euro crisis and U.S. housing crash were, in fact, parasitically intertwined. Starting in the 1980s, Bayoumi outlines the cumulative policy errors that undermined the stability of both the European and U.S. financial sectors, highlighting the catalytic role played by European mega banks that exploited lax regulation to expand into the U.S. market and financed unsustainable bubbles on both continents. U.S. banks increasingly sold sub-par loans to under-regulated European and U.S. shadow banks and, when the bubbles burst, the losses whipsawed back to the core of the European banking system. A much-needed, fresh look at the origins of the crisis, Bayoumi’s analysis concludes that policy makers are ignorant of what still needs to be done both to complete the cleanup and to prevent future crises.Renewable Advantage: Crafting Strategy Through Economic Time
By Jeffrey Williams. 1999
The task of continuously renewing a company is the greatest challenge confronting any chief executive To enable managers to…
project renewal strategies likely to win in the future Jeffrey Williams has constructed a dynamic road map of outcomes in what he calls economic time based on a ten-year study of growth decline and renewal patterns of hundreds of companies in forty-five industries In this superbly readable book Williams s revolutionary award-winning concept of slow- standard- and fast-cycle economic time provides a unifying business language that the multicycle manager can use to compare the renewal opportunities of widely diverse products companies and markets Using examples and studies from companies such as Starbucks McDonald s UPS Compaq Sony Merck Disney Toyota IKEA Microsoft Sony Intel IBM Johnson Johnson Chrysler and Hewlett-Packard Williams explains that the key idea in economic time is being able to manage products and organizations according to the speed and means by which economic value arises decays and is renewed The drivers of economic time are isolating mechanisms -- a firm s unique capabilities that lie at the heart of its competitive advantage -- and that in Williams s framework delay product obsolescence Building on his intuitively appealing model Williams describes how his three laws of renewal -- convergence alignment and renewal -- provide guidelines by which managers can gain command over strategy in complex dynamic competitive situations Renewable Advantage is not only essential reading but also will become a standard reference for senior and division managers business scientists and strategists and general managers in all industriesRicky: The Autobiography
By Ricky Tomlinson. 2003
I know that I'm going to get stick over this book, but there you go - it can't be helped.…
And some readers might think I'm a terrible liar when they read what follows, but everything in this book is true. Enough lies have been told about me, without me adding to them.' Famous as the lovable couch potato Jim Royle of The Royle Family, Ricky Tomlinson has entertained millions without ever leaving his armchair. Now, in his long-awaited autobiography, he surprises yet again with a remarkable story of love, hardship, humour, injustice and triumph. His mother used to tell him that he had lived three lives, but even she miscounted. He has been a plasterer, banjo player, stand-up comic, union agitator, political activist, film extra, award-winning actor and unwilling guest of Her Majesty's prison service. Renowned and respected for his honesty, wit and integrity, Ricky brings all of these qualities to his extraordinary, moving and inspiring story.Latifa was born into an educated middle-class Afghan family in Kabul in 1980. She dreamed of one day of becoming…
a journalist, she was interested in fashion, movies and friends. Her father was in the import/export business and her mother was a doctor. Then in September 1996, Taliban soldiers seized power in Kabul. From that moment, Latifa, just 16 years old became a prisoner in her own home. Her school was closed. Her mother was banned from working. The simplest and most basic freedoms - walking down the street, looking out a window - were no longer hers. She was now forced to wear a chadri. My Forbidden Face provides a poignant and highly personal account of life under the Taliban regime. With painful honesty and clarity Latifa describes the way she watched her world falling apart, in the name of a fanatical interpretation of a faith that she could not comprehend. Her voice captures a lost innocence, but also echoes her determination to live in freedom and hope. Earlier this year, Latifa and her parents escaped Afghanistan with the help of a French-based Afghan resistance group.Lean Construction Management
By Sui Pheng Low, Shang Gao. 2014
The book presents a mixed research method adopted to assess and present the Toyota Way practices within construction firms in…
general and for firms in China specifically. The results of an extensive structured questionnaire survey based on the Toyota Way-styled attributes identified were developed and data collected from building professionals working in construction firms is presented. The quantitative data presented in the book explains the status quo of the Toyota Way-styled practices implemented in the construction industry, as well as the extent to which these attributes were perceived for lean construction management. The book highlights all the actionable attributes derived from the Toyota Way model appreciated by the building professionals, but alerts the readers that some attributes felled short of implementation. Further findings from in-depth interviews and case studies are also presented in the book to provide to readers an understanding how these Toyota Way practices can be implemented in real-life projects. Collectively, all the empirical findings presented in this book can serve to enhance understanding of Toyota Way practices in the lean construction management context. The readers are then guided through to understand the gaps between actual practice and Toyota Way-styled practices, and the measures that they may undertake to circumvent the challenges for implementation. The book also presents to readers the SWOT analysis that addresses the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats towards the implementation of the Toyota Way in the construction industry. The book prescribes the Toyota Way model for use in construction firms to strategically implement lean construction management. The checklist presented in the book enables readers to draw lessons that may be used additionally as a holistic assessment tool for measuring the maturity of firms with respect to their Toyota Way implementation. Consequent to this, management would then be in a better position to develop plans for Toyota Way implementation by focusing on weak areas, strengthening them, and thus increasing the likelihood of success in the implementation of the Toyota Way. In a nutshell, this book provides a comprehensive and valuable resource for firms not only in the construction industry but also businesses outside of the construction sector to better understand the Toyota Way and how this understanding can translate to implementation of lean construction/business management to enhance profitability and survivability in an increasingly competitive global market place.Nevertheless, We Persisted: 48 Voices of Defiance, Strength, and Courage
By Amy Klobuchar. 2018
A powerful collection of essays from actors, activists, athletes, politicians, musicians, writers, and teens, including Senator Amy Klobuchar, actress Alia…
Shawkat, actor Maulik Pancholy, poet Azure Antoinette, teen activist Gavin Grimm, and many, many more, each writing about a time in their youth when they were held back because of their race, gender, or sexual identity--but persisted. "Aren't you a terrorist?" "There are no roles for people who look like you." "That's a sin." "No girls allowed." They've heard it all. Actress Alia Shawkat reflects on all the parts she was told she was too "ethnic" to play. Former NFL player Wade Davis recalls his bullying of gay classmates in an attempt to hide his own sexuality. Teen Gavin Grimm shares the story that led to the infamous "bathroom bill," and how he's fighting it. Holocaust survivor Fanny Starr tells of her harrowing time in Aushwitz, where she watched her family disappear, one by one. What made them rise up through the hate? What made them overcome the obstacles of their childhood to achieve extraordinary success? How did they break out of society's limited view of who they are and find their way to the beautiful and hard-won lives they live today? With a foreword by Minnesota senator and up-and-coming Democratic party leader Amy Klobuchar, these essays share deeply personal stories of resilience, faith, love, and, yes, persistence.Hands Up!: A Year In The Life Of An Inner City School Teacher
By Oenone Crossley-Holland. 2010
When Oenone Crossley-Holland started teaching at an inner city school in London, she had no idea what to expect. She…
just knew that there was no going back. She would have one of the most challenging and overwhelming years of her life, in which she would get involved in the lives of some wonderfully - and sometimes horrifyingly - exuberant students, and find herself tested to the limit. In this colourful and moving account, Oenone tells of the lows and unexpected highs of the sharper end of teaching. Will she make it through the year? Will she make it through another day? HANDS UP! is for anyone who's ever worked in a school or thought about teaching. It also gives a very clear answer to those who still believe that those who can't, teach.This book gives home buyers the knowledge they need to buy a home, and do it right. It covers all…
areas of the purchase process, whether you are buying for the first time or want to improve on your last experience. Buying property is an expensive business. Apart from the price of the property itself, there are costs and fees every step of the way. But some of these can be avoided or significantly reduced - if you know how. Ø How to negotiate the offerØ Finding a value mortgageØ Using the survey resultsØ Includes leasehold, new build, auctions and joint purchaseØ Explains the costs and fees, and how to reduce them;Ø Advice on handling the paperworkØ Includes really useful Money Saving TipsFrom finding the right property to arranging the funding and completing your purchase, this book will guide you along the way and save you money.Ebay, El Negocio De 100.000 $ Consigue Beneficios De Locura Vendiendo En Ebay Y Amazon
By Braun Schweiger, Irune Hidalgo. 2015
¿Estás preparado para ganar dinero online? eBay, el Negocio de 100.000$ es tu entrada para vender en eBay y Amazon.…
Se estima que actualmente más de medio millón de personas se ganan la vida vendiendo en eBay y Amazon. Tú también puedes. Se trata de empezar e ir haciendo crecer tu negocio. No sabes nada de eBay ni Amazon, no te preocupes. eBay, el Negocio de 100.000$ te ayuda a decidir qué vender, cómo vender y cómo obtener el mayor beneficio posible. Si alguna vez has querido iniciar un negocio propio, la venta online es el mejor modo de empezar. 1. Puedes empezar con una inversión mínima. La mayoría de los vendedores empiezan vendiendo artículos que tienen por su casa. 2. Puedes empezar desde casa, a media jornada mientras continúas con tu trabajo a jornada completa. 3. No hay unas horas establecidas. Si eres un padre o una madre que se queda en casa, puedes vender cuando los niños están en el colegio o después de que vayan a la cama por la noche. 4. Es una ventaja si ya tienes el equipo necesario para empezar. Puedes publicar artículos desde tu portátil, tu teléfono móvil o tablet. Compra un equipo mejor cuando tus ventas aumenten. ¿No estás seguro de qué vender o cómo conseguir productos? No sufras. También lo incluimos aquí. Descubre una larga lista de artículos que seguramente tengas por tu casa para empezar a vender. Explora lugares en los que adquirir inventario localmente, mercadillos, venta de bienes e incluso tiendas minoristas. Los artículos rentables están a tu alrededor. Sólo necesitas saber qué buscar. No sabes nada de vender en eBay ni en Amazon. No hay problema. eBay, el Negocio de 100.000$ explica cómo vender en eBay y Amazon. Aprende todo lo que necesitas saber para empezar y crecer con un negocio online de éxito. Léelo esta mañana Publica tu primer artículo esta tarde Gana dinero mañanaSea Fishing Properly Explained
By Ian Ball. 2008
Sea fishing requires a high degree of knowledge and skill and this book ensures that you can turn occasional 'luck'…
into consistent success.This book will allow you to:Understand tides.Know which natural foods different fish prefer.Identify the types of seabed and coastal areas that shoals frequent.Learn to use the correct tackle, bait and techniques.This book will fully equip the reader with the ability to make expert catches from beach, rock outcrop, estuary, pier, harbour wall or boat.Kenneth Williams: Born Brilliant (ebook)
By Christopher Stevens. 2010
Kenneth Williams was the stand-out comic actor of his generation. Beloved as the manic star of Carry On films and…
as a peerless raconteur on TV chat shows, he was also acclaimed for serious stage roles. Born Brilliant includes previously unseen material from Williams's candid daily journal and also draw on rare in-depth interviews with friends and colleagues. Since the publication of edited extracts from his diaries, much controversy has surrounded Williams's personal and professional lives. This biography traces the complex contradictions that characterised an extraordinary life and presents the first full portrait of a star who was born brilliant.Getting Started at Fly Fishing for Trout
By Allan Sefton. 2013
In this practical, easy-to-understand guide, Allan Sefton explains everything a new fly fisher needs to know.He covers modern fishing tackle,…
up-to-the-minute methods, how to develop the correct technical skills, right through to preparing and cooking the catch. He'll help you to understand why techniques work and how to avoid the pitfalls. Gain insight into the world of the trout and understand why they behave as they do.Buying a Home: The Secrets to Buying and Selling Property
By Paul Jager, Sue Lehmann. 2013
Helps buyers to: Navigate the property maze like an expert. Successfully negotiate the purchase. Organise the mortgage and solicitor. Avoid…
the pitfalls others make. Confidently resolve common problems. Helps sellers to: Choose the right estate agent. Prepare the property for marketing. Evaluate the all-important offers. Prevent a chain from breaking. Take control of the sale through to its successful conclusion.The Knot Book: How To Tie 200 Practical Knots
By Geoffrey Budworth. 2012
Learn how to apply the right knot in any situation - secure and strong enough for the job. Such skill…
can be essential to the safety and enjoyment of leisure pursuits, such as climbing, sailing and fishing. In rescue, life can depend on it. Here Geoffrey Budworth has selected over 100 of the best knots from his lifetime's experience of knots.V. Shantaram: The Man Who Changed Indian Cinema
By Madhura Pandit Jasraj. 2015
He immortalized movies on celluloid An authentic heartfelt insightful and comprehensive account of one of…
India s most respected and eminent filmmakers who was an institution in himself V Shantaram 1901 90 stands out as a colossus in Indian cinema As one of the pioneers in this field he honed his skills not only as a producer and director but also as an actor writer cameraman technician and editor He effectively used the medium of cinema as a vehicle for creating awareness about numerous social problems such as communalism dowry and the cycle of debt and poverty and tried to bring about a change in society This riveting biography penned by his daughter brings alive the life and times of Shantaram and his contemporaries while simultaneously throwing light on a bygone era of Indian cinema marked by struggles uncertainties and difficulties but yet infused with hope perseverance and determination Among Shantaram s prominent creations in Hindi are Ayodhya Ka Raja 1932 Sairandhari 1933 India s first colour film Amrit Manthan 1934 Duniya Na Maane 1937 Aadmi 1939 Padosi 1941 Dr Kotnis Ki Amar Kahani 1946 Dahej 1950 Janak Janak Pyal Baaje 1955 Do Aankhen Barah Haath 1957 Navrang 1959 Sehra 1963 Geet Gaya Pattharon Ne 1964 and Pinjra 1972Texas Hold'em Poker: Win Online
By Paul Mendelson. 2007
Most people playing online poker think they are winning players when they're actually losing month after month. But, if you…
have basic knowledge of the game and follow Paul Mendelson's techniques, you can ensure that you win regularly and consistently. Find out how to: Select the best poker sites for your standard. Analyse your opponents and their games. Adapt your game to combat the styles of play you meet. Counter the costly dangers of 'tilt' and temperament. Manage your bankroll and build it into serious money. Play to benefit from being alert while others - in another time zone - are exhausted. Make the right decisions - and avoid costly mistakes. Read your opponents correctly - and keep them guessing about you!My Way or the Highway: The Micromanagement Survival Guide
By Harry E Chambers. 2004
By the author of the bestselling Bad Attitude Survival Guide (more than 40,000 copies sold), named one of the top…
business books of 1998 by Executive Book Summaries Everyone thinks they know what micromanagement is, but this book presents a specific, detailed definition illustrated with concrete examples Offers successful strategies for overcoming your own micromanaging behavior and for responding when you are being micromanaged Micromanagement is one of the most widely condemned managerial sins, and one of the most common employee complaints. It results in significant direct, indirect, and hidden costs to organizations, contributing to low morale, high turnover, inefficiency, instability, and lack of continuity. And being perceived as a micromanager can have a significant negative impact on your career. But what, precisely, is micromanagement? More importantly, what can be done about it? In My Way or the Highway, Harry Chambers proves that micromanagement can be objectively identified and successfully resisted, both by those who (often unknowingly) inflict it and by those who are its victims. In an informal, entertaining style Chambers describes five specific defining traits of micromanagers: placing their own self interest above everything else; controlling and manipulating time; attempting to determine exactly how everything must be done; requiring elaborate approval processes; and establishing dysfunctional monitoring and reporting requirements. He even provides a Micromanagement Potential Indicator test so you can see whether (and to what extent) you might be a micromanager. He then devotes a chapter to each trait, providing real-world examples of the trait in action and an analysis of the damage it does. But this is not just a book of diagnosis-Chambers provides treatment as well. He devotes several chapters how to respond if you are the micromanagee (a victim of micromanagement), how to eliminate your own micromanaging behaviors, and what to do if you have to manage a micromanager. Avoiding micromanagement should be a major goal of every manager, would-be manager, team member, or collaborative peer. My Way or the Highway offers detailed, actionable, field-tested strategies that will eliminate the damage that overcontrolling behavior causes and increase creativity, risk-taking, productivity, and initiative in any organization.Maker City: A Practical Guide for Reinventing Our Cities
By Dale Dougherty, Marcia Kadanoff, Peter Hirshberg. 2016
The Maker City Playbook is a comprehensive case studies and how-to information useful for city leaders, civic innovators, nonprofits, and…
others engaged in urban economic development. The Maker City Playbook is committed to going beyond stories to find patterns and discern promising practices to help city leaders make even more informed decisions.Maker City PlaybookChapter 1: Introduction and a Call to ActionChapter 2: The Maker movement and CitiesChapter 3: The Maker City as Open EcosystemChapter 4: Education and Learning in the Maker CityChapter 5: Workforce Development in the Maker CityChapter 6: Advanced Manufacturing and Supply Chain inside the Maker CityChapter 7: Real Estate Matters in the Maker CityChapter 8: Civic Engagement in the Maker CityChapter 9: The Future of the Maker CityMaker City Project is a collaboration between the Kauffman Foundation, the Gray Area for the Arts, and Maker Media.The Talent Delusion: Why Data, Not Intuition, Is the Key to Unlocking Human Potential
By Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic. 2017
All organisations have problems, and they nearly always concern people: how to manage them; whom to hire, fire or promote;…
and how to motivate, develop and retain high performers. Psychology, the main science for understanding people, should be a pivotal tool for solving these problems - yet most companies play it by ear, and billions of dollars are wasted on futile interventions to attract and retain the right people for key roles. Bridging the gap between the psychological science of talent and common real-world talent practices, The Talent Delusion aims to educate HR and talent practitioners and leaders on critical talent issues. It will help readers understand the current problems pertaining employee selection, development and engagement; how to define and evaluate talent; how to detect and inhibit toxic employee behaviours; and how to motivate employees to perform to their best.Liderazgo 101
By John C. Maxwell. 2012
Tomado de los bestsellers de John Maxwell, Liderazgo 101 explora los principios eternos que han pasado a ser parte del…
estilo del doctor Maxwell. En un estilo conciso y directo, Maxwell se concentra en las cualidades esenciales y probadas, necesarias para un verdadero liderazgo (influencia, integridad, actitud, visión, solución de problemas y autodisciplina) y guía al lector en los pasos necesarios para desarrollar un verdadero liderazgo en su vida y en la vida de otros.