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Clark Howard's Living Large for the Long Haul
By Clark Howard, Mark Meltzer, Theo Thimou. 2013
The follow-up to Clark Howard's #1 New York Times bestseller, Living Large in Lean Times, offers no-nonsense financial tips for…
achieving lifelong prosperity Americans from all walks of life are still feeling the roller-coaster effects of the Great Recession. For many, home values are still too low and unemployment is still too high. Others have prospered despite the ups and downs. In Clark Howard's Living Large for the Long Haul, the renowned broadcaster examines our new paradigm through the eyes of those whose financial portfolios have beaten the odds, and those whose economic situation has gone off course. Through these fascinating personal accounts, readers uncover amazing opportunities and smart decisions, finding advantages in bleak times for lasting payoffs in the long run.Zen Beyond All Words
By Wolfgang Kopp, Barbara Wittenberg-Haenauer. 1996
Zen Beyond All Words contains a selection of talks given by MasterWolfgang Kopp at the Tao Ch'an Center in Wiesbaden,…
Germany, during the summer of 1992. In the spirit of the ancient Chinese Ch'an masters, Wolfgang Kopp teaches a direct and powerful Zen. He conveys neither a theoretical system nor a one-sided dogmatism of sitting, and he neither wears customary robes nor holds a traditional title.The Wealth Cure
By Hill Harper. 2011
The perennial New York Times bestselling author helps readers discover how to put money in its place and use wealth-building…
as a tool for joy and fulfillment. Hill Harper is uniquely poised to guide readers through tough times and offers bestselling advice for reaping the rewards of a truly happy life. With The Wealth Cure, he does more than that: He presents a revolutionary new definition of wealth, motivating readers to not only build financial security but to also achieve wealth in every aspect of their lives. Using his own journey as a parable, Harper inspires the reader to evaluate their values while explaining the importance of laying a sound financial foundation and how to recognize the worth of your relationships and increase the value of your interactions with the people in your life. Drawing on his personal recollections and true stories from family and friends, Harper helps readers begin to see money not as a goal but as a tool that provides freedom for following their passions. The keys include investing in yourself, tapping the resources you need, and taking responsibility for how those resources are used. Far from a get-rich-quick primer, The Wealth Cure brims with inspired wisdom for building a lasting bounty from the experiences, loved ones, and achievements that really matter. .My System – Your System
By Kathleen Walter. 2015
This BOOK can put you on track with your finances! $$ YOUR SYSTEM $$ Not the bank's SYSTEM, not my…
SYSTEM, YOUR own personal SYSTEM! Do you want to remove any financial stress that you may have?• My System is set up for you to make it Your System for the future, your future. Do you want to know how to CRUNCH your hard earned $$$$.• Well this easy budgeting SYSTEM is for you. How much money do I need to put this in place?• Your OWN incoming $$$$ is all you need to set this up. How much money do I need to put this in place?• My book explains My System, designed by myself in 1977 & it's never let me down. Do I need a computer?• NO, Manual or Spreadsheet, it's your choice. What if My System - Your System does not work for me?• My System does have in place a purpose, budgeting. My System does need you to restrain from going off track, or it will not succeed, the good news is you can always start again. What is the purpose of this book?To know where any incoming $$$$ went. How it is spent? Maybe adjustments can be made to make it better? Can my system allow for a holiday, pay extra on the home loan? Allow extra spending money? So once the most important FINANCIAL AREAS are covered, one can see on paper exactly how the finances are building up and will continue to do so! It is fun, to hold the purse strings, you will feel secure, positive, and have control of what money you have, where it's going, what you need to do, and, above all, you will accomplish discipline, strength within yourself, confidence and an amazing new attitude towards spending. The purpose of putting this in print is to help others to be financially free, not to be financially stressed! You never have to worry about your financials again, as once in place, you can adjust to suit your lifestyle as it changes, also your income, whether it increases or decreases.How to Make a Fortune from the Biggest Market Opportunitiesin U.S.History
By Ron Insana. 2009
A CNBC senior analyst reveals what you need to know to take advantage of today's economy to rebound and rebuild…
lost nest eggs and fortunes. For those in the know, today's financial headlines don't spell disaster. They spell the sale of a century. But it takes a trustworthy veteran of the trading trenches to guide investors through these volatile times. Drawing on his two decades as a financial reporter, plus three recent years working on Wall Street, Ron Insana helps readers restore their depleted portfolios by showing them: ? How to determine reemerging opportunities in submerged markets ? Where to invest in really legit real estate ? How to magnify the magnificent opportunities in municipal bonds and Treasury Inflation Protected Securities (TIPS) ? Where to go mining for the rare gems among the heaps of junk bonds The paperback edition is completely revised and updated with timely advice for a recovering economy. For anyone sifting through retirement- account wreckage or a tanking net worth, How to Make a Fortune from the Biggest Market Opportunities in U.S. History is the ultimate rescue manual for reaping rich rewards.Investment Gurus
By Peter J. Tanous. 1997
Investment advisor Peter Tanous takes you behind the scenes with Wall Street's movers and shakers, going head-to-head with 14 of…
the country's top money managers and four leading financial economists to uncover their proven techniques for beating the market consistently, year after year. An experienced market professional, Tanous asks the right questions, assesses the answers, and puts it all in perspective, helping individual investors apply the wisdom of the gurus to their own investment decisions. Now in a new paperback edition, Investment Gurus takes readers inside the minds of such legendary money managers as the Fidelity Magellan Fund's Peter Lynch; Chase Banks largest shareholder, Michael Price; and Eric Ryback, manager of the Lindner Funds; plus Nobel Prize-winning economists Merton Miller and William F. Sharpe.The Investor's Guidebook to Fixed Income Investments
By Stuart R. Veale. 2013
A concise, yet comprehensive, guidebook that addresses the practical aspects of investing in fixed income investments The Investor's Guidebook series…
presents investment vehicles and strategies from both the issuers' and the investors' perspectives. Starting with basic concepts and then building to state-of-the-art pricing models, strategies, and tactics, these succinct handbooks will be useful for everyone from new hires through experienced professionals. Unlike most books, which are read once and sit on the shelf, professionals will refer to these books repeatedly throughout their careers.21 Days to Master Becoming a Money Magnet
By Marie-Claire Carlyle. 2012
Studies have shown it takes only 21 days for a new habit to take root. If there's a spiritual interest…
you've always wanted to take advantage of, the answer is only 21 days away with the 21 Days to Mastery Series.We all want abundance in all things, but getting what you want can sometimes seem impossible. 21 Days to Master Becoming a Money Magnet is your guide to harnessing the Law of Attraction and Feng Shui to bring prosperity and happiness into your life. Being rich starts with a state of mind and Marie-Claire's practical advice is as easy to follow as it is frank, funny and down-to-earth. You'll learn how to value yourself, break negative patterns that block your abundance and learn how to make your passion the heart of your prosperity. Take responsibility for the amount of money in your life and resolve to become a Money Magnet now!The Investor's Guidebook to Derivatives: Demystifying Derivatives and Their Applications
By Stuart R. Veale. 2013
A concise yet comprehensive guidebook that addresses the practical aspects of investing in derivatives. Written for the professional market but…
accessible enough for individual investors, The Investor’s Guidebook to Derivatives includes all the information needed to succeed in today’s complex derivatives market, including: What constitutes a derivative instrument” The difference between forward and forecast prices Pricing and using forward contracts Swaps: pricing and applications Option vocabulary Pricing optionsa framework Implementing directional and volatility strategies Exotic options: pricing and applications Options on natural occurrences: rain, snow, and wind The Investor’s Guidebook series presents investment vehicles and strategies from both the issuers’ and the investors’ perspectives. Starting with basic concepts and then building to state-of-the-art pricing models, strategies, and tactics, these succinct handbooks will be useful for everyone from new hires through experienced professionals. Unlike most books, which are read once and sit on the shelf, professionals will refer to these books repeatedly throughout their careers. .Path to Tranquility
By Renuka Singh. 1998
The words of wisdom, compassion, brotherhood, and love found in these pages spring from one of the world's greatest spiritual…
teachers -- the Dalai Lama. This one-per-day collection attempts to provide exactly what readers are looking for -- a fresh, accessible introduction to the Dalai Lama's inspirational wisdom. He speaks in each daily reflection with an endearing informality and practicality about almost every aspect of human life -- from the secular to the religious. He offers his thoughts on the subjects of happiness, loneliness, enlightenment, suffering and anger. How do we deal with painful memories? How can we use meditation to stimulate our minds? Why is it important to express your own mental conflicts? Warm and affection, this is a book that will inspire all readers.Entrepreneurship
By Rae Simons. 2011
A Guide to Teaching Young Adults About Money
By Rae Simons. 2011
Parents and teachers can help young people understand the complex world of money and finance--and give them a head start…
in establishing good financial habits. This guide offers parents and educators resources and discussion topics for materials covered in The Junior Library of Money.Money and Relationships
By Rae Simons. 2011
Credit is essentially borrowed money. When you use a credit card or take out a loan, you are agreeing that…
you will borrow money now and pay it back later. Learn all this and more in Understanding Credit.Calming the Fearful Mind: A Zen Response to Terrorism
By Thich Nhat Hanh, Rachel Neumann. 2005
In a time of terrorism and uncertainty, how can any of us feel truly safe? Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh…
looks at the real roots of terrorism and fear and offers the way out: a path of compassion and open-heartedness. In this unique book, Thich Nhat Hanh teaches that we will only be safe when we acknowledge our real enemies, not other human beings, but our own ignorance, discrimination, fear, craving, and violence. With clarity and gentleness, Nhat Hanh offers step-by-step instructions for calming the mind and looking deeply into our own misperceptions. His own generosity of spirit and love for all beings models a path out of uncertainty and towards peace. By calming our minds and looking deeply into our hearts, will we have the insight to identify the roots of terrorism. Only with the practice of compassion, deep listening, and mindful communication can terrorism be transformed and uprooted. Calming the Fearful Mind offers key teachings designed to help heal the misunderstanding, fear, and hatred that divide us as individuals, groups, and nations. An invaluable book for anyone who has wondered how to deal with anger and the desire for retaliation. Calming the Fearful Mind is, ultimately, a book about finding peace. It takes Thich Nhat Hanh's signature mindfulness practices and reveals how they can help us address our most challenging and most deeply rooted fears.More Money, Please: The Financial Secrets You Never Learned in School
By Scott Gamm. 2013
Personal finance 101—without the homework or quizzes Most of us graduate high school with a basic understanding of history, math,…
science, and literature, but when it comes to personal finance—arguably the topic that we use most in our daily lives—we feel lost or overwhelmed. No longer! Cast aside your fear of FICO scores and your confusion about credit cards, because Scott Gamm, founder of HelpSaveMyDollars. com and student at NYU Stern School of Business is here to help. MORE MONEY, PLEASE is a comprehensive, easy-to-understand introduction to money management. Gamm walks readers through the basics of personal finance, from savings accounts to student loans, including: • The rules for building a budget—and sticking with it • How to pay for college without getting into tons of debt • Why getting a credit card is a good thing—if you pick the right one • How to use your smart phone to pay bills on time • Why it’s important to save for retirement right now A must-read for college students and recent grads, MORE MONEY, PLEASE will show you how to take control of your finances. .The Dhammapada
By F. Max Muller.
The Investor's Guidebook to Equities
By Stuart R. Veale. 2014
A concise, yet comprehensive, guidebook to understanding equity investments. This authoritative guide provides all the information that both the professional…
and individual investor will need to succeed in today's equity market, including: * The role that equities play in a company's capital structure and in a portfolio * Determining and optimizing a company's weighted average cost of capital * The role of preferred stock within a company's capital structure * The various types of preferred stock * How new stocks are issued * The top ten equity strategies * Alternative ways to obtain equity exposures [box] The Investor's Guidebook series presents investment vehicles and strategies from both the issuers' and the investors' perspectives. Starting with basic concepts and then building to state of the art pricing models, strategies, and tactics, these succinct handbooks will be useful for everyone from new hires through experienced professionals. Unlike most books, which are read once and sit on the shelf, professionals will refer to these books repeatedly throughout their careers. [end box] A concise, yet comprehensive, guidebook to understanding equity investments.My Master's Robe: Memories of a Novice Monk
By Thich Nhat Hanh, Nguyen Thi Hop. 2002
Zen Master, poet and peace and human rights activist Thich Nhat Hanh was born in central Vietnam in 1926 and…
joined the monkhood at the age of sixteen. Written by the author in his late twenties, My Master's Robe is set in the heart of a peaceful monastery that is surrounded by war during the years from 1942-1947.All About Money: The History, Culture, and Meaning of Modern Finance
By Rae Simons. 2011
Getting a job can be a great way to earn some money, gain valuable work experience, and get a sense…
of what you want to do in your future career. Learn all this and more in Earning Money: Jobs.Wake Up and Laugh
By Zen Master Daehaeng, Chong Go Sunim. 2014
Wisdom, warmth, and humor from a renowned Zen Master.The compassion, humor, and practical intelligence of one of Korea's foremost Zen…
masters shines throughout this new collection of Dharma talks. On each page, Master Daehaeng reveals how everything in daily life, even the ugly and difficult parts, can become the fuel for our spiritual growth. Her illuminating insight will guide the reader toward an understanding of her ultimate teaching -- know yourself, trust yourself, and go forward, no matter what your current life situation might be. At turns laughing and scolding, always engaging, Zen Master Daehaeng exhorts, cajoles, and instructs readers in their practice. These Dharma talks -- gathered over several years -- are like having Master Daehaeng at your side, urging you on. The question-and-answer sessions with students are particularly enlightening; readers will find that the students' questions mirror their own and that Master Daehaeng's responses guide them on.