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In this sharp and controversial international best seller, an award-winning economist debunks the pervasive myth that the government is sluggish and inept, and at odds with a dynamic private sector. She reveals in detailed case studies that the opposite is true: The state is, and has been, our boldest and most valuable innovator. Denying this history is leading us down the wrong path. A select few get credit for what is an intensely collective effort, and the US government has started disinvesting from innovation.

This ebook was designed to give CSR Practitioners the key elements and deep insight for developing or improving, and implementing their Corporate Social Responsibility programs. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is a concept that has gained increasing prominence in recent years as businesses recognize the importance of not only generating profits, but also acting in a socially responsible manner. At its core, CSR refers to a company's commitment to operating in an ethical and sustainable manner, taking into account the interests of all stakeholders, including employees, customers, ...

Condensing the most important topics in all of clinical research in an easy-to-understand presentation. The 20 percent of what you need to know in order to be 80 percent proficient! The authors who have operated various levels of businesses in the clinical research industry since 2005 believe that more practical information pertaining to clinical research needs to be accessible to individuals who are new to the industry or are curious about entering the rewarding world of clinical trials.

From inside the walls of Enron, a lone whistleblower attempted to avert the course of events leading to the largest bankruptcy in American history. On August 16, 2001, Sherron Watkins wrote an anonymous letter to Enron's Chairman, Ken Lay, laying out problems with Enron's use of partnerships to hide debt. She warned of a possible scandal that could topple the company if investors and the news media learned of the operations. Then, she revealed her identity and confronted Lay directly.

In recent years, dreams about our technological future have soured as digital platforms have undermined privacy, eroded labor rights, and weakened democratic discourse. In light of the negative consequences of innovation, some blame harmful algorithms or greedy CEOs. Behind the Startup focuses instead on the role of capital and the influence of financiers. Drawing on nineteen months of participant-observation research inside a successful Silicon Valley startup, this book examines how the company was organized to meet the needs of the venture capital investors who funded it.

Are you ready to prepare for an enjoyable and stress-free retirement? With the Retirement Planning 101 eBook, you can learn everything you need to know to plan for a successful retirement. Chapter by chapter, you'll gain insight into the various steps necessary to secure your financial future. Chapter 1 sets the stage by providing an understanding of what retirement really means and what you should know before embarking on the planning process. Chapter 2 will help you set retirement goals, laying the foundation for your future plan. Then, discover the importance of saving for retirement and...

Ever wondered if you're making the right moves to secure your retirement? The Concise Reads guide on Investing For Retirement is the first guide in the investment series based on the personal experiences of Best Selling author Peter Oliver. This is not investing 101 or investing for beginners. It's more than that. This is a tell all concise 100-page guide on optimizing your retirement planning. Peter had done a remarkable job of using the first guide in the series to get the reader to think differently about investing for retirement. The reader not only gains a whole new appreciation for ...

Author and Gen Xer Charlie Sullivan turned 17 and got his first job the year Social Security contributions doubled from 6% to 12% (in 1992). And he'll turn 65 the year the feds predict that Social Security won't be able to offer full payments (2040). It can feel like a raw deal to be a member of Generation X, but just because the Boomer-heavy government has neglected Generation X doesn't mean they're doomed to a lower standard of living or dissatisfying retirement years. Charlie Sullivan invites you to learn how to take control of your current and future finances by investing in real estate...

Have you been struggling with setting boundaries? Do people call you soft? You may be lacking confidence, and this guide is for you. This book offers strategies that will help you become a better version of yourself. It is time to shine and show your worth. Even if you don't see how at the moment - this guide will show you the way. This book reveals that you are more capable than you think, but just don't know it yet. You are about to find out your powers and what you can do with them. Are you ready to try?

The Ponzi Factor is the most comprehensive research ever compiled on the negative-sum nature of capital gains (non-dividend stocks). This means, as a whole, ALL investors will lose money from buying and selling stocks. Most people don’t realize that profits from buying and selling stocks come from other investors who are also buying and selling stocks. When one investor buys low and sells high, another investor is also buying high and needs to sell for even higher.

This helpful, plain-English guide provides need-to-know information on how to choose the right system, assure patients of the security of their records, and implement an EHR in such a way that it causes minimal disruption to the daily demands of a hospital or clinic.

Whether you are selling online, through a direct sales force, or via distribution channels, what customers are saying about you online is now more important than your advertising. Social media is no longer a curiosity on the horizon but a significant part of your marketing mix. While other books explain why social media is critical and how to go about participating, Social Media Metrics focuses on measuring the success of your social media marketing efforts. Success metrics in business are based on business goals where fame does not always equate to fortune.

In Economic Conservative/Social Liberal, Bragg offers a plan for fixing the dire problems our country currently faces. Written to engage, educate, and inspire further discussion, the book is intended for any listener interested in gaining greater political and economic understanding for challenging the status quo. Although it is bound to boil the blood of the left and the right, it will make perfect sense to many of the independent voters who will decide the next election.

Ein Investmentbanker schlägt zurück: Die Mittelschicht ist selbst schuld an ihrer finanziellen Lage, sie handelt dumm...

Grâce à ce livre et à votre dévouement, il sera possible à chacun de prendre confiance en ses capacités de communication. Il sera beaucoup plus facile pour eux de s'exprimer en public lorsqu'ils en auront besoin. Ils pourront également s'exprimer plus facilement lorsqu'ils ne comprennent pas ce qui est dit, puisqu'ils sauront comment le comprendre. Ce livre montre comment parler à n'importe qui de n'importe quoi, n'importe quand, n'importe où et à n'importe qui.

Don’t make the mistake so many other companies make where they just plaster the same material, the same message on every social media platform without thought or finesse. This book will teach you how to master each platform and custom tailor your marketing approach to each platform while still keeping a consistent streamlined branding message.

¿Estás animado a empezar a buscar los ingresos pasivos? Ya ves que aunque es un camino que logra una buena libertad financiera, el iniciarlo implica que tienes que trabajar un poco, pero es como todo, se comienza dando los primeros pasos y posteriormente poco a poco vas creciendo.

In the modern era, artificial intelligence (AI) has become an omnipresent force, touching nearly every aspect of our lives. From virtual assistants to autonomous vehicles, AI technologies have transformed the way we work, communicate, and make decisions. Yet, as AI continues to evolve, so do the potential risks associated with its misuse. One of the most alarming prospects is the use of AI to manipulate democratic processes, including elections.

It's time to reimagine how life is organized on Earth. In Connectography, Parag Khanna guides us through the emerging global network civilization in which mega-cities compete over connectivity and borders are increasingly irrelevant. Travelling across the world, Khanna shows how twenty-first-century conflict is a tug-of-war over pipelines and Internet cables, advanced technologies and market access.

Ce livre contient les connaissances dont vous avez besoin pour réussir à communiquer avec n'importe qui. Il regorge d'exemples concrets qui vous permettront d'appliquer ces techniques dans votre propre vie. Et il vous aide à devenir un véritable communicant en vous apprenant à être sincère, réfléchi et empathique.