Global Business

An international business expert helps you understand and navigate cultural differences in this "brilliant guide to what all business leaders need to know right now" (Marshall Goldsmith, author of the New York Times and global bestseller What Got You Here Won't Get You There) When it comes to...

A Brief History of the World offers a sweeping yet accessible journey through the grand story of humanity—from the origins of life on Earth to the rise of civilizations, empires, revolutions, and global connections. Written for curious minds and lifelong learners, this book distills the most significant moments in human history into a clear, engaging narrative that reveals how our world came to be. Rather than an exhaustive chronicle, this concise guide highlights the pivotal ideas, cultures, achievements, and conflicts that have shaped the human experience. It begins with the emergence ...

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER From the bestselling author of House of Cards and Power Failure comes the sweeping tale of a powerful and controversial financial empire, set against the turbulent backdrop of a rapidly changing Wall Street. On March 22, 2021, Leon Black, the brilliant and...

#1 New York Times Bestseller A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK. NAMED A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR BY TIME, THE NEW YORKER, NPR, AP, THE ECONOMIST, SLATE, THE GLOBE AND MAIL, SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, AND MORE! “Careless People is darkly funny and genuinely shocking...Not only does [Sarah Wynn-Williams]...

When Jordan Samuel Fleming first evaluated artificial intelligence for his own multi-million dollar business, he initially dismissed it. Like most leaders, he viewed it as a marginal productivity tool-good for writing better prompts or automating isolated tasks. But as he met with hundreds of business owners and executives worldwide, he recognized a shift as profound as the dawn of the internet era: Artificial intelligence isn't software. It's a new form of labor.

The Travels of a T-Shirt in the Global Economy is a critically acclaimed narrative that illuminates the globalization debates and reveals the key factors to success in global business. Tracing a T-shirt's life story from a Texas cotton field to a Chinese factory and back to a US storefront before arriving at the used clothing market in Africa, the book uncovers the political and economic forces at work in the global economy.

A New York Times Notable Book A Financial Times Best Book of the Year "A learned, formidable and vivid story… Readers around the world will study and ponder this monumental work of history, agreeing and arguing with it, all the while affirming its generational importance, for decades to...

From the award-winning author of The Entrepreneurial State and Mission Economy, an inspiring call to solve our deepest challenges—from inequality to climate change—by embracing a radical new approach to economics and the economy. Whether it’s the water crisis, widespread poverty, or the...

In an eminently clear-sighted reckoning, The Fractured Age lays out the threats and opportunities confronting the world economy over the next decade and maps the uneven blocs that are set to emerge from a world in flux. The geopolitical tectonic plates of the planet have shifted back into action and the increased pressures their movements are bringing to bear will stress all our existing financial and commercial structures, habits and orthodoxies.

A Wall Street Journal besteller and a USA Today Best Book of 2020 Named Energy Writer of the Year for The New Map by the American Energy Society “A master class on how the world works.” —NPR Pulitzer Prize-winning author and global energy expert, Daniel Yergin offers a revelatory new...

Should we stop caring about fading regional powers like China, Russia, Germany, and Iran? Will the collapse of international cooperation push France, Turkey, Japan, and Saudi Arabia to the top of international concerns? Most countries and companies are not prepared for the world Peter Zeihan...

Unlock the blueprint to building an empire that lasts. In today’s fast-moving global economy, starting a business is no longer just about survival—it’s about mastering the infinite game. *Start and Grow Your Own Successful Business* is a powerful, no-nonsense guide for entrepreneurs who want more than quick wins—they want lasting impact. This audiobook takes you beyond the “big idea” myth and shows you how to identify real, urgent problems the market is desperate to solve.

For fans of Everything Is F*cked and Against Purity: Living Ethically in Compromised Times, a book about facing the multiple crises of modernity--and hospicing modernity--with maturity, humility, and integrity. This book is not easy: it contains no quick-fix plan for a better, brighter tomorrow...

For decades, IBM shaped the way the world did business. IBM products were in every large organization, and IBM corporate culture established a management style that was imitated by companies around the globe. It was “Big Blue”—an icon. And yet over the years, IBM has gone through both failure and success. The company almost went out of business in the early 1990s, then came back strong with new business strategies and an emphasis on artificial intelligence. In this authoritative history, James Cortada tells the story of one of the most influential American companies of the last century.

Transform Your Business with Global Payment Mastery In today's interconnected economy, the ability to accept payments from anywhere in the world isn't just an advantage—it's essential for survival and growth. "The Global Payments Playbook" is your comprehensive guide to navigating the complex landscape of international payments, currency settlement, and regulatory compliance. What You'll Learn: Master payment methods across 50+ countries and regions Navigate complex regulatory frameworks including PCI DSS, GDPR, and local compliance requirements Implement multi-currency strategies that ...

Strategies for International Trade Success is a comprehensive guide authored by Commissioner Dr. George Mentz, a seasoned International Legal Consultant with a wealth of experience in global trade law and business strategies. This book offers invaluable insights into the complexities of international trade, equipping businesses, professionals, and entrepreneurs with the tools needed to thrive in today’s interconnected global economy. The book takes readers on an in-depth journey through the evolution of international trade, breaking down critical concepts, regulations, and emerging trends...

Introducing "How to Create a One Million Global Community : Tips to create an engaged, global and like minded group of people with a purpose" the must-have book for founders, startups, aspiring entrepreneurs, leaders, enterprises and marketers who want to create a powerful and engaged community around their brand. With over two decades of experience in building and nurturing communities, author and expert community builder, Ravi Kikan, provides practical and actionable advice on how to attract, engage and retain members, and turn your community into a thriving ecosystem. Ravi runs around 15...

LONGLISTED FOR THE FINANCIAL TIMES & MCKINSEY BUSINESS BOOK OF THE YEAR ONE OF THE ECONOMIST'S BEST BOOKS OF 2021 In this compelling story of lies, greed and tarnished idealism, two Wall Street Journal reporters investigate a man who Bill Gates, Western governments, and other investors entrusted...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * MORE THAN ONE MILLION COPIES SOLD “A provocative read...There are few tomes that coherently map such broad economic histories as well as Mr. Dalio’s. Perhaps more unusually, Mr. Dalio has managed to identify metrics from that history that can be applied to...

When Hank Paulson, the former CEO of Goldman Sachs, was appointed in 2006 to become the nation's next Secretary of the Treasury, he knew that his move from Wall Street to Washington would be daunting and challenging. But Paulson had no idea that a year later, he would find himself at the very...