Economics

The ways that statisticians and governments measure the economy were developed in the 1940s, when the urgent economic problems were entirely different from those of today. In The Measure of Progress, Diane Coyle argues that the framework underpinning today's economic statistics is so outdated that it functions as a distorting lens, or even a set of blinkers. When policymakers rely on such an antiquated conceptual tool, how can they measure, understand, and respond with any precision to what is happening in today's digital economy?

Embracing ESG—environmental, social, and governance goals—isn't just the right thing to do. It's good business. Companies that don't address their material long-term risks may save a few dollars today, but they're putting themselves, their stakeholders, and their investors in jeopardy. ESG: The Insights You Need from Harvard Business Review will help you move past the noise and political debates to execute an ESG strategy that best fits your business.

A stimulating and inviting tour of modern economics centered on the story of one of its most important breakthroughs. In 1980, the twenty-four-year-old graduate student Paul Romer tackled one of the oldest puzzles in economics. Eight years later he solved it.

Do you dream of creating a profitable online business that generates sales 24/7? Are you ready to take advantage of the booming eCommerce industry and build a sustainable source of income? List It, Sell It, Ship It: The Amazon Seller’s Handbook is your ultimate guide to launching, growing, and scaling a successful Amazon business. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced seller looking to maximize profits, this book provides a step-by-step blueprint to help you navigate the competitive Amazon marketplace with confidence.

This work provides a comprehensive exploration of the contemporary challenges faced by the global financial system, analyzing the intersection between monetary policy, financial crises, and the growing economic interdependence among nations. The content examines how the evolution of financial markets, the emergence of digital currencies, and the intensification of geopolitical tensions are profoundly transforming the dynamics of international finance.

In 1997, Jack created a cutting edge, quantum leadership model for the 21st century—Self-Sustaining Leadership. At its core, it says we are all connected, entangled together in a web-of-life. Leadership is about relationships; how we connect with others and ourselves in ways that contribute to our collective well-being, productivity, health, and peace. It is Love, a universal principle that sustains this connection; that connects us heart-to-heart. But how do we live this connection with ourselves and others in our daily lives?

Launch Your Business with Confidence: The Ultimate Entrepreneur’s GuideINC. The Entrepreneur’s Playbook: Essential Strategies to Launch a Successful Business by Daniel Delisle, narrated by Sonny Swinhart and published by AMZ Book Publishing Services, is the definitive roadmap for aspiring entrepreneurs ready to turn their vision into reality. Packed with actionable strategies, real-world case studies, and hard-won wisdom, this audiobook is your mentor-in-audio for navigating the highs and lows of entrepreneurship.

Are you considering entering the world of debt collection but unsure where to begin? 'How To Start A Debt Collection Business' is your ultimate guide to launching a successful debt collection agency. From understanding industry regulations and legal requirements to developing effective collection strategies and maintaining ethical standards, this book covers everything you need to know. With a combination of practical steps, expert insights, and real-world examples, you'll be well-equipped to build, manage, and grow a reputable and profitable debt collection business.

Leading Agile Acquisitions, by Jonathan Mostowski, is a powerful guide for transforming government contracting through culture change and agile methodologies in government procurement. It tackles the critical need for innovation in a traditionally rigid field, offering practical strategies and real-world examples. Ideal for government leaders, policymakers, program managers, and agile coaches, this book champions change and efficiency in procurement processes.

Hoodie Economics draws on alternative intelligence sources to look at the patterns of money, ownership and reductive thinking that we have inherited, and how we have the potential to create a new (old) foundation of equality – relational economies instead of transactional ones, and networks that are truly social. Just as Jack Manning Bancroft sets out to reimagine economics, Hoodie Economics rethinks the economics book, inviting all listeners to find their own way through its narratives and to feel energised by its ideas.

AI and robotics, by their very nature, disrupt the foundations of capitalism, which relies on scarcity economics. These technologies promise abundance, challenging various forms of capitalism, including the free market, crony, and state-controlled models like that of China. They also undermine corrupt governments and censorship by decentralizing knowledge and empowering individuals. As this disruption unfolds, the world must engage in meaningful debate to address its implications.

Periods of economic instability bring challenges that deeply affect personal and business finances. Decisions made under pressure can jeopardize the financial future, but it is possible to navigate these periods with practical strategies and a conscious approach. This book delves into the interaction between emotions and financial choices during times of crisis. Through insights rooted in behavioral finance and neuroscience, it provides tools to face economic adversities, from building a solid financial plan to overcoming cognitive biases that influence decisions in critical moments.

In a world where wealth and power are increasingly concentrated in the hands of a few, Who Controls the Money delves into the generational divide that shapes our economic reality. From the Baby Boomers who built their fortunes in an era of prosperity to the Millennials and Gen Z struggling under the weight of student debt, stagnant wages, and unaffordable housing, this book uncovers the systemic forces that keep wealth and power in the hands of the elite.

Warum wirken einige finanzielle Entscheidungen einfach, während andere uns lähmen? Zwischen intensiven Emotionen und dem Streben nach Logik offenbaren unsere finanziellen Entscheidungen viel darüber, wer wir sind und wie wir mit Unsicherheiten umgehen.

日本の本当の「実力」は、日本人が聞き及んでいるよりもはるかに高い。しかしその力の発揮は、誤った思考法による誤った認識で妨げられているのだ。（本文より）「日本はジリ貧」「国際競争力は地に落ちた」――根拠なき絶望感に囚われず、危機の時代をどう乗り越えるか？