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2023 Global Financial Turbulence and Economic Outlook: Tsinghua PBCSF Chief Economists Forum
by Jiandong JuSince the Tsinghua PBCSF Chief Economists Forum’s inception in 2019, the 2023 forum, adhering to the traditions of previous sessions, with combining online and offline innovation formats, conducted an in-depth analysis of many key issues in the current macro-economy from the perspective of the chief economists, with a focus on the future of China and global economy from all angles. It has become the largest and highest-level economic forum in China. 20 chief economists and leading scholars from prestigious institutions attended the forum, engaging in in-depth discussions on the reform of the global economic order amidst financial turbulence. They conducted forward-looking analyses of both the Chinese and world financial markets, with the aim of exploring solutions to the issue of economic growth worldwide. 5 million viewers tuned in online. Through our projects, China's foremost economic experts share their insights with the world, generating innumerable originaland highly professional economic analyses. The themes addressed in our forum span the globe and will have a long-lasting impact. Embracing diversity, we aim to provide an array of perspectives on the direction of global economic development, promote informed decision-making, and bridge the communication gap between China and the rest of the world on economic matters, in a book of interest to scholars, economists and China watchers. Jiandong JU is the Unigroup Chair Professor at PBC School of Finance in Tsinghua University, Director of Center for International Finance and Economics Research, PBC School of Finance, Tsinghua University.
2024 CFA Program Curriculum Level I Box Set
by CFA InstituteDiscover the official resource for success on the 2024 CFA Level I exam. Get your copy of the CFA® Program Curriculum now. The 2024 CFA Program Curriculum Level I Box Set contains the content you need to perform well on the Level I CFA exam in 2024. Designed for candidates to use for exam preparation and professional reference purposes, this set includes the full official curriculum for Level I and is part of the larger CFA Candidate Body of Knowledge (CBOK). Covering all ten core topics found on the Level I exam, the 2024 CFA Program Curriculum Level I Box Set helps you: Develop critical knowledge and skills essential in the industry. Learn from financial thought leaders. Access market-relevant instruction. The set also features practice questions to assist with your mastery of key terms, concepts, and formulas. Volumes include: Volume 1: Quantitative Methods Volume 2: Economics and Financial Statement Analysis Volume 3: Financial Statement Analysis and Corporate Issuers Volume 4: Corporate Issuers, Equity Investments, and Fixed Income Volume 5: Fixed Income, Derivatives, Alternative Investments, and Portfolio Management Volume 6: Portfolio Management and Ethical and Professional Standards Indispensable for anyone preparing for the 2024 Level I CFA exam, the 2024 CFA Program Curriculum Level I Box Set is a must-have resource for those seeking the foundational skills required to become a Chartered Financial Analyst®.
2024 CFA Program Curriculum Level II Box Set
by CFA InstituteDiscover the official resource for success on the 2024 CFA Level II exam. Get your copy of the CFA® Program Curriculum now. The 2024 CFA Program Curriculum Level II Box Set contains the content you need to perform well on the Level II CFA exam in 2024. Designed for candidates to use for exam preparation and professional reference purposes, this set includes the full official curriculum for Level II and is part of the larger CFA Candidate Body of Knowledge (CBOK). Organized to get you accustomed to the Level II exam’s heavy reliance on vignettes, the Level II curriculum will help you master mini case studies and accompanying analyses. The 2024 CFA Program Curriculum Level II Box Set allows you to: Develop critical knowledge and skills essential in the industry. Learn from financial thought leaders. Access market-relevant instruction. The set also offers practice questions to assist with your mastery of key terms, concepts, and formulas. The volumes in Level II’s box set are: Volume 1: Quantitative Methods and Economics Volume 2: Financial Statement Analysis Volume 3: Corporate Issuers and Equity Valuation Volume 4: Equity Valuation and Fixed Income Volume 5: Derivatives, Alternative Investments, and Portfolio Management Volume 6: Portfolio Management and Ethical and Professional Standards Indispensable for anyone preparing for the 2024 Level II CFA exam, the 2024 CFA Program Curriculum Level II Box Set is a must-have resource for those seeking the intermediate skills required to become a Chartered Financial Analyst®.
2024 CFA Program Curriculum Level III Box Set
by CFA InstituteDiscover the official resource for success on the 2024 CFA Level III exam. Get your copy of the CFA® Program Curriculum now. The 2024 CFA Program Curriculum Level III Box Set contains the content you need to perform well on the Level III CFA exam in 2024. Designed for candidates to use for exam preparation and professional reference purposes, this set includes the full official curriculum for Level III and is part of the larger CFA Candidate Body of Knowledge (CBOK). Developed to prepare you for the Level III exam’s heavy reliance on information synthesis and solution application regarding portfolio management and wealth planning, the Level III curriculum will help you master both calculation-based and word-based problems. The 2024 CFA Program Curriculum Level III Box Set allows you to: Develop critical knowledge and skills essential in the industry. Learn from financial thought leaders. Access market-relevant instruction. The set also features practice questions to assist with your mastery of key terms, concepts, and formulas. The volumes in Level III’s box set are: Volume 1: Behavioral Finance, Capital Market Expectations, and Asset Allocation Volume 2: Derivatives, Currency Management, and Fixed Income Volume 3: Fixed Income and Equity Portfolio Management Volume 4: Alternative Investment, Portfolio Management, and Private Wealth Management Volume 5: Institutional Investors, Other Topics in Portfolio Management, and Cases Volume 6: Ethics and Professional Standards Indispensable for anyone preparing for the 2024 Level III CFA exam, the 2024 CFA Program Curriculum Level III Box Set is a must-have resource for those seeking the advanced skills required to become a Chartered Financial Analyst®.
2024 the 8th International Conference on Energy and Environmental Science: ICEES 2024 (Environmental Science and Engineering)
by Yanan LiuThis book dedicates to publish exceptionally important and high-quality, agenda-setting research so as to tackle the key global and societal challenges of ensuring the provision of energy and protecting our environment for the future. The book appeals to chemical scientists, chemical and process engineers, energy researchers, bio-scientists and environmental scientists from across academia, industry and government. The scope is intentionally broad, and the book recognizes the complexity of issues and challenges relating to energy conversion and storage, alternative fuel technologies and environmental science. The main topics of this book include but not limit to (1) alternative energy and the environment, (2) assessments of the condition of ecosystems and environmental quality, (3) behavior of and impacts of pollutants in atmosphere, soil and water, (4) management of ecosystems, environment and water resources, (5) modeling and regional environmental assessments (includes global change), (6) treatment/restoration of ecosystems, environment and water resources, (7) sustainable/renewable energy and(8) energy and built environment. All scales of studies and analysis, from impactful fundamental advances, to interdisciplinary research across the (bio)chemical, (bio/geo)physical sciences and chemical engineering disciplines are welcomed. So, this book is linked to the energy-environment nexus and is of significant general interest to our community-spanning readership.
2026 CFA Program Curriculum Level I Box Set
by CFA InstituteDiscover the official resource for success on the 2026 CFA Level I exam. Get your copy of the CFA Program Curriculum now. The 2026 CFA Program Curriculum Level I Box Set contains the content you need to perform well on the Level I CFA exam in 2026. Designed for candidates to use for exam preparation and professional reference purposes, this set includes the full official curriculum for Level I and is part of the larger CFA Candidate Body of Knowledge (CBOK). Covering all ten core topics found on the Level I exam, the 2026 CFA Program Curriculum Level I Box Set helps you: Develop critical knowledge and skills essential in the industry. Learn from financial thought leaders. Access market-relevant instruction. The set also features practice questions to assist with your mastery of key terms, concepts, and formulas. Volumes include: Volume 1: Quantitative Methods Volume 2: Economics Volume 3: Corporate Issuers Volume 4: Financial Statement Analysis Volume 5: Equity Investments Volume 6: Fixed Income Volume 7: Derivatives Volume 8: Alternative Investments Volume 9: Portfolio Management Volume 10: Ethical and Professional Standards Indispensable for anyone preparing for the 2026 Level I CFA exam, the 2026 CFA Program Curriculum Level I Box Set is a must-have resource for those seeking the foundational skills required to become a Chartered Financial Analyst.
2030 Agenda and India: Exploring Convergence and Transcendence (South Asia Economic and Policy Studies)
by Sachin Chaturvedi Sabyasachi Saha T. C. James Prativa ShawThis book presents a selection of multifaceted development issues involving social, economic and environmental aspects, in order to inspire and guide implementation of the United Nations’ SDGs. It focuses on economic development, human well-being and sustainable pathways, with special attention to financial and knowledge resources, as well as measurement concepts. In doing so, the book draws a distinction between sustainability and sustainable pathways by refraining from dealing with broader and more direct environmental sustainability issues like climate change, environmental degradation and sustainable energy. The choice of topics, apart from their relevance for India, was guided by their importance in connection with multiple SDG goals. In addition to revealing the intricacies of systemic relationships and the dilemmas they create in policy choices, the book examines the role of actors and the critical importance of partnerships to help readers comprehend the breadth of diversities and inter-linkages involved. The roles of the central and state governments, the parliament and the state assemblies, the civil society, UN agencies and district-level authorities are separately explored in depth. Sharing valuable insights, the book encourages policymakers, practitioners and scholars to move towards a sustainable and equitable economy, and supports them in their efforts.
2030: How Today's Biggest Trends Will Collide and Reshape the Future of Everything
by Mauro F. GuillénAN INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLERWall Street Journal BestsellerA Porchlight Book BestsellerFinancial Times Best Books of 2020Yahoo Finance Favorite Business Books of 2020 JP Morgan NextList 2021 selection"Bold, provocative...illuminates why we’re having fewer babies, the middle class is stagnating, unemployment is shifting, and new powers are rising.”—ADAM GRANTThe world is changing drastically before our eyes—will you be prepared for what comes next? A groundbreaking analysis from one of the world's foremost experts on global trends, including analysis on how COVID-19 will amplify and accelerate each of these changes.Once upon a time, the world was neatly divided into prosperous and backward economies. Babies were plentiful, workers outnumbered retirees, and people aspiring towards the middle class yearned to own homes and cars. Companies didn't need to see any further than Europe and the United States to do well. Printed money was legal tender for all debts, public and private. We grew up learning how to "play the game," and we expected the rules to remain the same as we took our first job, started a family, saw our children grow up, and went into retirement with our finances secure.That world—and those rules—are over.By 2030, a new reality will take hold, and before you know it:- There will be more grandparents than grandchildren- The middle-class in Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa will outnumber the US and Europe combined- The global economy will be driven by the non-Western consumer for the first time in modern history- There will be more global wealth owned by women than men- There will be more robots than workers- There will be more computers than human brains- There will be more currencies than countriesAll these trends, currently underway, will converge in the year 2030 and change everything you know about culture, the economy, and the world.According to Mauro F. Guillen, the only way to truly understand the global transformations underway—and their impacts—is to think laterally. That is, using “peripheral vision,” or approaching problems creatively and from unorthodox points of view. Rather than focusing on a single trend—climate-change or the rise of illiberal regimes, for example—Guillen encourages us to consider the dynamic inter-play between a range of forces that will converge on a single tipping point—2030—that will be, for better or worse, the point of no return.2030 is both a remarkable guide to the coming changes and an exercise in the power of “lateral thinking,” thereby revolutionizing the way you think about cataclysmic change and its consequences.
2050 Tomorrow's Tourism
by Ian YeomanIn 2050, it is predicted that 4.7bn or nearly 50% of the world's population will take an international holiday. But can humankind meet that forecast given the issues of ageing populations, peak oil, the global financial crisis and climate change? This book constructs scenarios from Shanghai to Edinburgh, Seoul to California encompassing complex topics such as human trafficking, conferences, transport, food tourism or technological innovation. This is a blue skies thinking book about the future of tourism and a thought-provoking analytical commentary.
2052: A Global Forecast for the Next Forty Years
by Jorgen RandersWith clarity, conscience, and courage, global-systems pioneer Jorgen Randers and his distinguished contributors map the forces that will shape the next four decades.Forty years ago, The Limits to Growth study addressed the grand question of how humans would adapt to the physical limitations of planet Earth. It predicted that during the first half of the 21st century the ongoing growth in the human ecological footprint would stop-either through catastrophic "overshoot and collapse"-or through well-managed "peak and decline."So, where are we now? And what does our future look like? In the book 2052, Jorgen Randers, one of the coauthors of Limits to Growth, issues a progress report and makes a forecast for the next forty years. To do this, he asked dozens of experts to weigh in with their best predictions on how our economies, energy supplies, natural resources, climate, food, fisheries, militaries, political divisions, cities, psyches, and more will take shape in the coming decades. He then synthesized those scenarios into a global forecast of life as we will most likely know it in the years ahead.The good news: we will see impressive advances in resource efficiency, and an increasing focus on human well-being rather than on per capita income growth. But this change might not come as we expect. Future growth in population and GDP, for instance, will be constrained in surprising ways-by rapid fertility decline as result of increased urbanization, productivity decline as a result of social unrest, and continuing poverty among the poorest 2 billion world citizens. Runaway global warming, too, is likely.So, how do we prepare for the years ahead? With heart, fact, and wisdom, Randers guides us along a realistic path into the future and discusses what readers can do to ensure a better life for themselves and their children during the increasing turmoil of the next forty years.
20th Anniversary For Dummies
by Consumer DummiesThe history, statistics, and fun facts!Although yellow-and-black For Dummies books are pervasive today -- found all over the world and wherever books are sold, covering subjects from Access to Zune -- at one time they didn't exist at all. How did this brand come about? What juicy tidbits exist in the Hall of Memories to explain the brand's titling strategy (Dummies? I'm not a dummy!) and its unique elements like cartoons and icons? This special anniversary edition answers these questions and provides insight into how the launch of a single book in 1991 evolved into a global brand phenomenon.Open the book and find:The first book and how it came to marketDecisions that helped establish the brandThe role authors have played in making Dummies successfulThe evolution of Dummies packagingThe brand around the globeFun Dummies moments in historyLearn about:The first Dummies book and how it came to beThe brand's history and milestonesEach book series, licensed products, memorable quotes, and more!
20th International Probabilistic Workshop: IPW 2024 (Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering #494)
by Dirk Proske Paulo B. Lourenço Jorge Branco José C. Matos Daniel V. Oliveira Rui A. Silva Hélder S. SousaThis volume presents the proceedings of the 20th International Probabilistic Workshop (IPW), which was held in Guimarães, Portugal on May 8-10, 2024. Probabilistic methods are currently of crucial importance for research and developments in the field of engineering, which face challenges presented by new materials and technologies and rapidly changing societal needs and values. Contemporary needs related to, for example, performance-based design, service-life design, life-cycle analysis, product optimization, assessment of existing structures and structural robustness give rise to new developments as well as accurate and practically applicable probabilistic and statistical engineering methods to support these developments. These proceedings are a valuable resource for anyone interested in contemporary developments in the field of probabilistic engineering applications.
20th-Century Retailing in Downtown Grand Rapids (Images of America)
by Marianne Weldon Michael HauserFor decades, downtown Grand Rapids enjoyed a long run in the limelight as the epicenter of shopping in western Michigan. The vibrant Monroe Avenue corridor included three homegrown department stores, several chain department stores, five-and-dime stores, and scores of clothing and specialty retailers. It weathered mother nature, wars, the Great Depression, the advent of neighborhood shopping centers, and civil disturbances--but the one change it could not overcome was the regional shopping mall.
21 Days to Become a Money Magnet: Attract Wealth, Find Abundance, and Take Control of Your Finances
by Marie-Claire CarlyleDiscover practical tools and tips to attract prosperity, success, and happiness into your life and find your breakthrough moment in money management with the Law of Attraction.Do you wish you could transform your finances and break negative patterns? We all want abundance and security in life, but it can sometimes feel impossible. Discover the first step to financial freedom with this step-by-step guide from transformational coach Marie-Claire Carlyle. Over 21 days, you will discover:How to start attracting more money into your life immediately with principles from the Law of Attraction Exercises to help you change your negative money beliefs into positive statementsHow to create your own &‘I Attract Money&’ list and affirmations for becoming a Money MagnetHow to break the pattern of negative thinking to make room for wealthThis is your key to finding abundance. Use the practical advice, guidance, and inspirational tips to start attracting money today!"The money is already there. The only thing preventing you from being rich is YOU."Studies have shown it takes only 21 days for a new habit to take root. If there's a skill you've always wanted to take advantage of, the answer is only 21 days away with Hay House's 21 Days Series.
21 Days to Master Becoming a Money Magnet
by Marie-Claire CarlyleStudies 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!
21 Dirty Tricks at Work
by Colin Gautrey Mike Phipps21 Dirty Tricks at Work is about lies. The type of underhand, pernicious and downright Machiavellian scheming that goes on in business every day. An estimated £7. 8bn is lost each year in the UK alone though unnecessary and counter-productive office politicking. But 21 Dirty Tricks at Work is also a book of hope. It exposes the classic manoeuvres and gives practical advice on dealing with them to the vast majority who just want to do a good day's work. 21 Dirty Tricks at Work provides you with all the information you need to spot negative tactics and self-interested strategies. It shows you how to spot the games frequently being played and how to come out with your credibility intact and your sanity preserved. So, if you are fed-up of being on the receiving end of constant backbiting and skulduggery from workmates, join hands with the authors and get Machiavelli on the run!
21 Distinctions of Wealth: Attract The Abundance You Deserve
by Peggy McCollEveryone wants to know the secret to attracting abundance! However, until now, books on wealth creation have overlooked the powerful forces available inside each of us that we can harness and direct in order to manifest the abundance we desire and deserve. This fascinating book clearly explains time-tested principles for creating wealth, providing guidance on how to alter our behaviors and emotions to actually change the nature of our relationship with the powerful stream of abundance that we can tap into at any time. As Peggy McColl explains, we can actually transform our energy vibration and send a clear message to the universe that we're ready to claim our financial birthright. And, best of all, the universe's response to the modifications we make internally can be startlingly quick! It's not enough, though, to simply understand what sets apart those who are already enjoying a rich and plentiful life from those who are weighed down by a feeling of lack. Peggy offers practical advice on how to apply the 21 Distinctions of Wealth and become a money magnet-starting today.
21 Equations that Shaped the World Economy: Understanding the Theory Behind the Equations
by Panayotis G. MichaelidesThis accessible and engaging textbook provides an introduction to the equations that have defined economics and shaped the global economy. It not only presents the ideas, concepts, and applications that underpin these equations, but also places them within their broader social and historical contexts. Simple mathematical examples and illustrations of the real-world application of the equations are combined with an overview of the implications to give a complete understanding of the power and importance of each equation. It will be relevant to economics students wishing to broaden their understanding of mathematics, mathematical economics, applied economics, and the history of economic thought.
21 Laws of Leadership in the Bible: Learning to Lead from the Men and Women of Scripture
by John C. Maxwell&“Everything I Know About Leadership I Learned From the Bible.&”When bestselling author John C. Maxwell first began teaching leadership to people in the church, they were often surprised. He was clearly young and inexperienced, yet the ideas he conveyed seemed to go beyond what he should know. Later, when he started speaking to a more general audience, people asked, &“Where did you learn all this?&”John was happy to let them in on his secret: everything he knew about leadership he learned from the Bible. Not only is the Bible the greatest book ever written, but it is the greatest leadership book ever written. Everything you could ever want to learn about leadership–vision, purpose, strategy, communication, attitude, encouragement, mentoring, follow-through–can be found in the pages of God&’s Word.In this twenty-one lesson study, John guides you through the same bedrock Scriptures that have formed the basis of his life&’s work. Each lesson includes:The Definition of the Law: a brief description and introduction to the LawCase Studies: Three Biblical Studies–including leaders such as Moses, Joshua, David, Elijah, Esther, Mary, Paul, and Jesus–that reveal and illustrate the LawStudy Questions: reflection and application questions to help you dig into the stories of the men and women in Scripture and learn from themLeadership Insight and Reflection: questions to help you assess and improve your own leadership skillsTaking Action: practical takeaways and direction to help you incorporate each lesson into your daily lifeGroup Discussion Questions: questions to help you learn and process the Bible study material with other like-minded people who want to grow in leadershipLeadership is for everyone, because every person who accepts Christ is called to influence others. So learn from the best leaders who ever lived–the men and women in the Bible.
21 Pfade für die erfolgreiche Führung von Menschen: Konsequent, essenziell, vertrauensvoll
by Bernd WildenmannDas Buch ist für alle Führungskräfte geschrieben, die ihre Aufgabe als Profession verstehen. Das Entscheiden unter Unsicherheit, das Entwickeln der natürlichen Autorität sowie das Stärken des eigenen Charismas und Einflussbereichs sind wesentliche Aspekte dieses Ansatzes. Die Erkenntnisse zu Management-Potenzial und Misserfolgsfaktoren geben, verbunden mit den ertragskritischen Management-Kompetenzen, eine transparente Analyse für die Entwicklung von Führungskräften, wie zu Auswahlentscheidungen. Mit den Führungsvignetten werden 38 ganz konkrete Rezepturen beschrieben, die erfolgreiche Führungskräfte praktizieren. Für das Modell des Situativen Führens werden 16 konkrete Anwendungsfelder vorgestellt, in die sich alle erdenklichen Führungssituationen eingruppieren lassen.
21 Secrets of Million-Dollar Sellers: America's Top Earners Reveal the Keys to Sales Success
by Stephen J. HarvillIn this sharp, invigorating read, Fortune 50 consultant Stephen Harvill discovers twenty-one common behaviors of top earners across seven major industries that set them apart. These are the secrets of the world’s best salespeople who rake in at least one million dollars a year.For over thirty years, Steve Harvill has helped successful sales teams do what they do better, smarter, more elegantly, and more imaginatively. As a consultant for some of the top companies in the world, including Apple, Pepsi, Samsung, and Wells Fargo, he aids in simplifying processes that have become unwieldy and making teams more effective. His work inspired him to ask the question: What exactly sets the top producers apart from their peers? After spending a year interviewing 175 sales superstars from seven different industries, he found twenty-one distinct behaviors of successful salespeople. Organized by these best practices and filled with hundreds more tips, stories, and takeaways, 21 Secrets of Million-Dollar Sellers reveals how you can improve in every aspect of your job and rise to become one of the best.
21 Ways To Find Off Market Real Estate: Proven Marketing Strategies To Finding Lucrative Deals
by Jeff LeightonIf you have ever tried to buy “off market” real estate before, then you know that deciding on a marketing strategy to use is only half the battle. If you can’t implement the marketing to get in front of the right types of motivated sellers then your marketing will be wasted. You must be able to systematically market your services in order to find these off market real estate opportunities. <p><p> In 21 Ways To Find Off Market Real Estate I reveal to you some of the best strategies and methods that myself and the top investors across the United States have used to buy thousands of homes, consistently, in various types of markets.
212 The Extra Degree: Extraordinary Results Begin with One Small Change
by Mac Anderson Sam Parker212º The Extra Degree is a must-have in every personal and business library. A Simple Truths #1 bestseller, the concept is simple: At 211º, water is hot. At 212º, it boils. And with boiling water comes steam. And steam can power a locomotive. The one extra degree makes the difference. This analogy reflects the ultimate definition of excellence. The one extra degree of effort, in business and life, can separate the good from the great. The 212º concept is vividly illustrated for every aspect of your life through powerful stories that will inspire and motivate yourself or your team to the next level of success. We hope that you will join the people, businesses, and schools that have taken action and adopted the 212º concept and used the ONE extra degree to attain their goals.
212 The Extra Degree: Extraordinary Results Begin with One Small Change (Ignite Reads)
by Mac Anderson Sam ParkerA captivating 1-hour read on how to adopt a mindset of success both personally and professionally. A classic bestseller—over one million copies sold!For fans of Brené Brown, Angela Duckworth, and Jack Canfield, 212º The Extra Degree, written by expert authors, Mac Anderson and Sam Parker, shows you how to change your life with a simple concept for success: At 211º, water is hot. At 212º, it boils. And with boiling water comes steam. And steam can power a locomotive. That one extra degree makes all the difference and will separate the good from the great.The 212º concept is vividly illustrated for every aspect of your life through powerful stories that will inspire and motivate yourself or your team to the next level of success. Learn how extraordinary results can begin with one small change and lead to maximum achievement.The perfect gift for teachers, corporate events, or even training, this classic title has been beautifully redesigned in a hardcover gift book format that is meant to be shared!
21st Century Airlines: Connecting the Dots
by Nawal K. TanejaIn 21st Century Airlines: Connecting the Dots, Nawal Taneja addresses the challenges and opportunities facing the airline industry as it tries to innovate and create products and services that are radically different by ‘connecting the dots’ at four key levels: recognizing the implications of global events, improving cross-functional collaboration within the organization, working more closely with the travel chain, and providing much higher engagements with connectors within the social networks. The book synthesizes insights gained from the experience of non-traditional businesses, such as Uber, that have no physical assets and that focus on scalability through platforms, as well as traditional businesses, such as Mercedes-Benz, that are transitioning from operators of physical assets to adapt to the on-demand and sharing economies. These insights show pragmatically that digitizing airline businesses would require digital mind-sets, digital technologies, digital strategies, and digital workplaces to explore new frontiers in value for both customers and airlines. Moreover, forward-thinking airlines need to consider working with bimodal organizational structures, in which one group optimizes current business models (network, fleet, and schedule planning, as well as revenue management) while a second group explores innovative ways to add digital features to physical products to provide a consistent experience throughout the journey. The book is written for all senior-level practitioners of airlines and related businesses worldwide, as well as senior-level government policymakers.