School Finance

Why do high schools and colleges require students to take courses in English, math and science, yet have absolutely no requirements for students to learn about personal money management? Why Didn't They Teach Me This in School? 99 Personal Money Management Lessons to Live By was initially developed by the author to pass on to his five children as they entered adulthood.

The perfect gift! Give the gift of financial literacy to your teen - they will thank you for a lifetime. You are not alone; it is often difficult to reach young adults on the topic of money management, but look no further. I Want More Pizza finally has teenagers excited about personal finance and is giving them the confidence that they can succeed. This resource is being used in classrooms around the nation as young adults enjoy the pizza model for learning about money management. Now available for the first time for you to bring into your home, give your young adult the gift of financial ...

AN INSTANT USA Today BESTSELLER A Next Big Idea Club Must-Read Introduction read by the author. “Eye opening, deeply researched, and snort-out-your-nose funny. I dare you to put it down.” —William Bernstein, author of The Four Pillars of Investing “Refreshingly unequivocal advice.”...

“Entertaining and informative. Desai takes us on a journey through the fundamentals of finance, from asset pricing to risk and risk management, via options, mergers, debt, and bankruptcy."- John Lanchester, The New Yorker "A fascinating new perspective on modern finance," --Oliver Hart, 2016...

What if the most important lessons about money were never part of your education? Many people move through school, enter the workforce, and begin earning income without ever developing a clear understanding of how money actually works in everyday life. The result is not a lack of effort, but a lack of exposure to the systems and patterns that shape financial decisions over time. Personal Finance Foundations Not Taught in School presents a structured and accessible exploration of how individuals interact with money across different stages of life. Rather than offering quick fixes or rigid ...

Robert Kiyosaki is one of the new breed of business owners, who has stopped talking about the shortcomings of the school system and is doing something about it. In this thought-provoking audio, Robert Kiyosaki has continued the themes begun in his international best seller "If You Want to Be Rich and Happy Don't Go to School?"

Read by the author. “This is the perfect guide for readers ready to move from balancing their checkbook to investing in the stock market and themselves… Highly recommended.” – Library Journal Realize financial stability and investing confidence with this one-of-a-kind resource by...

When a career-ending injury left elite athlete and professional football player Lewis Howes out of work and living on his sister's couch, he decided he needed to make a change for the better. He started by reaching out to people he admired, searching for mentors, and applying his past coaches' advice from sports to life off the field. Lewis did more than bounce back: He built a multimillion-dollar online business and is now a sought-after business coach, speaker, and podcast host.

From two leaders in executive education at Harvard Business School, here are the mental habits and proven strategies you need to achieve outstanding results in any negotiation. Whether you’ve “seen it all” or are just starting out, Negotiation Genius will dramatically improve your...

The second edition of the fun and fascinating guide to the main ideas of the Austrian School of economics, written in sparkling prose, especially for the non-economist. Gene Callahan shows that good economics isn't about government planning or statistical models - it's about human beings and the choices they make in the real world. This may be the most important book of its kind since Hazlitt's Economics in One Lesson. Though written for the beginner, it has been justly praised by scholars too, including Israel Kirzner, Walter Block, and Peter Boettke.

They told you college was the only way out. They lied. For too many teens of color and working-class kids, the "American Dream" is a trap of lifelong debt and empty promises. You’re told to study hard and get a degree, but no one teaches you the one thing that actually matters: How money really works. In Wealth Education for Minority Teens & Friends, finance blogger and "Teacher Homie G," C. Osvaldo Gomez, breaks the cycle. This isn't a dry classroom lecture—it’s a survival guide for the first generation to get rich. From the basics of "investing math" to spotting fake gurus and ...

An MBA-level toolkit in hours, not years. Business today moves fast — global, digital, and competitive. Traditional MBAs are valuable, but not everyone has the time or resources for two years of study. What professionals need instead is clarity, structure, and practical tools they can use immediately. The 500-Minute MBA is the capstone of Mohammed Hamed Ahmed Soliman’s acclaimed Mini-MBA Series. It brings together everything from the earlier books and expands your learning into 60 advanced, case-driven lessons across six key areas: Leadership & Coaching – Emotional intelligence, ...

You cannot be rich, at least not with your job as a nurse. Everyone tells you this, and you have gradually come to believe that maybe getting wealthy has been preserved for people in other careers–with bigger paychecks.

Ever wish someone taught you personal finance as a teenager? Are you looking for a thoughtful and impactful gift? Personal Finance for Teens and Young Adults is an excellent choice. This book is perfect for teenagers and young adults who are just starting to navigate the world of money, or for anyone you want to equip with essential life skills. This book serves as a practical financial roadmap, transforming complex topics into clear, actionable steps. It helps young individuals understand how to manage pocket money effectively and build lasting wealth. What the readers will learn: Chapter ...

"MBA ASAP is outstanding. John covers the foundations of sales, marketing, negotiation, strategy, and much more in the book. Additionally, he simplifies complex subjects so that anyone can grasp them." Sebastian R Cousins provides a comprehensive overview of business principles and practices. It’s a must-read for anyone looking to start their own business or advance their career in the business world. Business schools don't develop true leaders. Instead, they create themselves by acquiring the information, abilities, and experiences necessary for success. By reading this book, you can ...

A Financial Times Book of the Month pick for April! Is it worth swimming in shark-infested waters to surf a 50-foot, career-record wave? Is it riskier to make an action movie or a horror movie? Should sex workers forfeit 50 percent of their income for added security or take a chance and keep the...

Broke is no joke. School counselors and educators play a vital role in the success of our students and of our future. And yet, they continue to be financially undervalued and underpaid, struggling to make ends meet on an educator’s salary. Perhaps in our lifetimes, we will see all educators in the United States be treated more respectfully and professionally, especially when it comes to salary, benefits, and working conditions. Other countries do this already. But until that time, many of us need to monetize our unique time and talents beyond the classroom to gain greater financial ...

It was supposed to be one night. But I wanted more. I always do. Lucky for me she ends up being my newest employee shortly after our rendezvous. Or maybe luck has nothing to do with it. Something seems off—hopefully her clothes. There’s no way we can take things farther now that she’s under me. At the company of course. But then she ends up pregnant and I’m honestly not sure it’s mine. Brilliantly, I tell her that. And now I have to go from Johnny-all-night to a persistent playboy to get her back. Midnight is soon to strike at the masquerade ball. And the love of a lifetime is ...

**Narrated by the Author!** "Wolny gives us all the basics on paying off debt, getting impulse spending under control, socking away money for the future, investing and so forth, and he does it with a verve you don’t usually find in personal finance books. . . . a fun, well-written primer on a...

"Financial Literacy: What They Do Not Teach You at School" is a transformative guide that delves into the essential financial knowledge often overlooked in traditional education. In a world where financial decisions can make or break one's future, this book serves as an invaluable resource for those seeking to navigate the complexities of money management with confidence and clarity. Drawing from real-world experiences and expert insights, "Financial Literacy" bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application. It addresses the fundamental aspects of personal finance ...