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Antonio's Gun and Delfino's Dream: True Tales of Mexican Migration
by Sam QuinonesSam Quinones's first book, "True Tales From Another Mexico," was acclaimed for the way it peered into the corners of that country for its larger truths and complexities. "Antonio's Gun and Delfino's Dream," Quinones's second collection of nonfiction tales, does the same for one of the most important issues of our times: the migration of Mexicans to the United States. Quinones has covered the world of Mexican immigrants for the last thirteen years--from Chicago to Oaxaca, Michoacan to southeast Los Angeles, Tijuana to Texas. Along the way, he has uncovered stories that help illuminate all that Mexicans seek when they come north, how they change their new country, and are changed by it. Here are the stories of the Henry Ford of velvet painting in Ciudad Juarez, the emergence of opera in Tijuana, the bizarre goings-on in the L. A. suburb of South Gate, and of the drug-addled colonies of Old World German Mennonites in Chihuahua. Through it all winds the tale of Delfino Juarez, a young construction worker, and modern-day Huckleberry Finn, who had to leave his village to change it. "Sam Quinones is a border legend. For those in the know, his reportage has been cause for celebration. Now, with "Antonio's Gun and Delfino's Dream" he takes us behind the lines and undercover. He puts a human face on 'illegal immigration, ' and he gives us stunning stories of survival and dread. However, he accomplishes something more valuable than a mere parade of sensational set pieces--Quinones starts to put the complex issues in the light of understanding and hard-won wisdom. "--Luis A. Urrea, author of "The Devil's Highway" and "The Hummingbird's Daughter"""Antonio's Gun and Delfino's Dream" isjournalism that doesn't replay or expand on the clich??d or stereotyped stories of the exotic border, of mystical or threatening mejicanos. Genuinely original work, what great fiction and nonfiction aspire to be, these are stories that stop time and remind us how great reading is. "--Dagoberto Gilb, author of "Hecho en Tejas"Quinones was recently interviewed on the Jim Lehrer News Hour on PBS. Read the transcript here: http: //www. pbs. org/newshour/bb/social_issues/july-dec07/quinones_07-25. htmlDownload the podcast of Sam Quinones' interview on KSFR's Santa Fe Radio Caf??? at: http: //www. santaferadiocafe. org/podcasts/Download the Arizona PBS show "Horizonte" featuring Sam Quinones at: http: //www. azpbs. org/horizonte/transcript06. asp?ID=465#Watch the interview with Sam Quinones on KPBS-TV in San Diego: http: //www. kpbs. org/tv/full_focus?id=8236
Ants, Galileo, and Gandhi: Designing the Future of Business through Nature, Genius, and Compassion
by Sissel WaageAlthough sustainability efforts in business are still a work in progress, it is increasingly clear that key elements of a new generation of enterprises will be radically different from those of our contemporary modern industrial economy. The core distinctions between what currently exists and what is being created are communicated in this book through the compelling metaphor of Ants, Galileo, and Gandhi.This collection, developed from The Natural Step's conference on Sustainability and Innovation in 2002, provides radical ideas for generating a new perspective on the dynamics of business systems. "Ants" symbolise the lessons to be learned from nature and the dependence of individual beings on broader, complex systems. "Galileo" embodies brilliance in perceiving and proving that the current paradigm is flawed. 'Gandhi' exemplifies exceptional compassion in fighting for fundamental change.All of these attributes are increasingly relevant in a world where, globally, we are experiencing both a steady decline in life-supporting resources and rising demands. Recognition of these challenges is sparking innovation within the private sector where the first glimmers of systemic change can be seen. The book examines the emergence of 21st-century enterprises that recognise their reliance on broad social and ecological systems ("ants"), incorporate sparks of genius rooted in rigorous analyses ("Galileo"), and acknowledge the importance of compassion and determination within any endeavour ("Gandhi").With contributions from Ray Anderson, Gretchen Daily, Karl-Henrik Rob
Anwendung der BIM-Methode im nachhaltigen Bauen: Status quo von Einsatzmöglichkeiten in der Praxis (essentials)
by Niels Bartels Jannick Höper Sebastian Theißen Reinhard WimmerDie Integration von Nachhaltigkeit erfordert einen Paradigmenwechsel im Lebenszyklus von Gebäuden. Durch den Einsatz der BIM-Methode können Aspekte des nachhaltigen Bauens verstärkt in Prozesse und Workflows integriert werden. Informationen werden lebenszyklusübergreifend, konsistent und strukturiert erfasst und allen Beteiligten zur Verfügung gestellt. Dieses essential legt den Status quo von Einsatzmöglichkeiten zur Anwendung der BIM-Methode im nachhaltigen Bauen dar. Ziel ist es, eine Verschmelzung von BIM und Nachhaltigkeit zu fördern, indem wesentliche Anforderungen an BIM-Prozesse und -Modelle, Workflows sowie deren Mehrwerte aufgezeigt werden.
Anwendung des Lean-Change-Management-Approachs in Zeiten der digitalen Transformation: Ein praxisorientiertes Vorgehensmodell (essentials)
by Stefan Georg Chris Heiler Lelde PaegleDie Digitalisierung stellt Unternehmen vor zahlreiche Herausforderungen, die ein intensives Change-Management über alle funktionalen Abteilungen hinweg erforderlich machen. Zum Support des Controllings benötigen die Unternehmen einen Ansatz, um das betriebliche Change-Management zu unterstützen und die Erfolge zu quantifizieren. Mit dem Lean-Change-Management-Approach steht Managern, Controllern und Projektleitern eine Methode zur Verfügung, die notwendigen Veränderungen im Unternehmen voranzutreiben, zu priorisieren und zu validieren, um so den Anforderungen des digitalen Wandels gerecht zu werden.
Anwendung von Self-Sovereign-Identity-Ansätzen in kommerziellen Ladeprozessen von Elektrofahrzeugen (BestMasters)
by Daniel RichterSelf-Sovereign Identity ist ein in der Entwicklung befindliches Paradigma für digitale Interaktionen. Daniel Richter analysiert die Auswirkungen der Anwendung neuartiger Ansätze dieses Paradigmas auf reale Geschäftsszenarien am Beispiel von kommerziellen Ladeprozessen von Elektrofahrzeugen. Unter Verwendung der Methode Service Design for Business Process Reengineering wird ein Konzept für eine E-Roaming-Dienstleistung erstellt. Dieses beruht auf den für Self-Sovereign Identity zentralen Standards Verifiable Credentials und Decentralized Identifiers. Anhand dieses Konzepts wird gezeigt, dass Registrierungs- und Authentifizierungsprozesse durch die Anwendung von Self-Sovereign-Identity-Ansätzen verändert werden. Dabei hängt eine verbesserte Kundenerfahrung maßgeblich vom Maß der Integration von Wallet-Software in die jeweiligen Dienstleistungsprozesse ab. Ferner ergeben sich Veränderungen in der Aufgabenverteilung der an der Dienstleistung beteiligten Akteure. Anhand der Analyse eines realen Geschäftsszenarios werden offene Punkte in der Entwicklung von Self-Sovereign Identity hervorgehoben. Dazu gehört insbesondere die Standardisierung von Datenschemata, welche für die Interoperabilität der neuartigen Ansätze unerlässlich ist.
Anwendungen und Technik von Near Field Communication (NFC)
by Michael Roland Josef LangerNFC ist eine systematische Weiterentwicklung von kontaktloser Smartcard- und Reader-Technologie. Das Buch "Anwendungen und Technik von NFC" ist das Standardwerk zur NFC-Technologie. Es bietet einen umfassenden Überblick über Grundlagen, Technik und Anwendungszenarien von NFC. Für Praxis und Ausbildung kann es sowohl als Einführung sowie als Grundlagen- und Nachschlagewerk dienen. Die Autoren stellen anhand der Grundlagen und der Technik die NFC-Technologie und die klassische RFID-Technologie einander gegenüber. Es werden der aktuelle Stand der Normung, die weiterführenden Spezifikationen und die Protokolle ausführlich anhand von zahlreichen Abbildungen erklärt. Besonderes Augenmerk wird auf die Integration von NFC in Mobiltelefone gelegt. Zahlreiche beispielhafte Anwendungen (z.B. Smart Poster, Zahlungsverkehr, Zutritt) geben einen praxisnahen Einblick in die Umsetzung der Technologie und das NFC-Ökosystem mit seiner Vielzahl von Anwendungsmöglichkeiten.
Anwendungsbezogenes Projektmanagement: Praxis und Theorie für Projektleiter
by Christian Bär Jens Fiege Markus Weiß Martin ErtelDie Intention dieses Buches ist es, Projektleitern zu helfen handwerkliche Fehler im Projektmanagement zu vermeiden und sie in ihrer Professionalität zu unterstützen. Neben einem ausführlichen IT-Praxisfall sind Mustervorlagen eines Projektauftrags sowie eines Projektabschlussberichts enthalten. Mit der zweiten Auflage wurden die Facetten des Projektmanagements erweitert und um agiles Projektmanagement ergänzt. Gleichzeitig dient das Buch aber auch als Grundlage für Hochschulkurse zum Projektmanagement. Es ist durch die Kombination aus langjähriger, intensiver Projektleitererfahrung sowie akademischer Betrachtung des Themas in Vorlesungen an verschiedenen Universitäten und Hochschulen entstanden.
Anwendungsbezogenes Projektmanagement: Praxis und Theorie für Projektleiter (Xpert.press)
by Christian Bär Jens Fiege Markus WeißDie Intention dieses Buches ist es, Projektleitern zu helfen handwerkliche Fehler im Projektmanagement zu vermeiden und sie in ihrer Professionalit#65533;t zu unterst#65533;tzen. Neben einem ausf#65533;hrlichen IT-Praxisfall sind Mustervorlagen eines Projektauftrags sowie eines Projektabschlussberichts enthalten. Gleichzeitig dient das Buch aber auch als Grundlage f#65533;r Hochschulkurse zum Projektmanagement. Es ist durch die Kombination aus langj#65533;hriger, intensiver Projektleitererfahrung sowie akademischer Betrachtung des Themas in Vorlesungen an verschiedenen Universit#65533;ten und Hochschulen entstanden.
Anwendungsfelder und Herausforderungen der Künstlichen Intelligenz: Wie KI die Gesellschaft und Marketing beeinflusst
by Matthias Neu Melanie Müller Biju Pothen Moritz ZingelDieses Buch gibt einen Überblick über die historische Entwicklung der Künstlichen Intelligenz und definiert die wichtigsten Begriffe. Dabei werden aktuelle Anwendungsfelder der KI ausführlich dargestellt und Chancen, Risiken und Herausforderungen dieser Entwicklung beleuchtet. Abschließend gehen die Autoren auf Fragen der digitalen Ethik ein.
Anwendungsorientierte Wirtschaftsinformatik: Strategische Planung, Entwicklung und Nutzung von Informationssystemen
by Rainer Alt Christian Czarnecki Paul Alpar Frank BensbergLernen Sie die anwendungsorientierte Seite der Wirtschaftsinformatik kennen Wo kommen Informationstechnologien in Gesellschaft und Wirtschaft zum Einsatz? Dieses Lehrbuch liefert eine ganzheitliche und praxisbezogene Antwort. Die Autoren erläutern die Bedeutung von Informationssystemen in Unternehmen. Erfahren Sie, welche Aufgaben das Informationsmanagement erfüllt und wie Sie solche Systeme planen und steuern. Im Vordergrund des Lehrbuchs der Wirtschaftsinformatik stehen verschiedene Aspekte der digitalen Transformation, wie etwa: • Electronic Business • Mobile Business • Social Media und Web 2.0 • Internet der Dinge, M2M und Industrie 4.0 Neben praxisorientierten Gestaltungsansätzen der Digitalisierung auf Strategie-, Organisations- und Informationssystemebene stellen Ihnen die Autoren verschiedene betriebliche Anwendungssysteme (vor dem Hintergrund „Big Data“) vor und widmen sich der anwendungsorientierten Softwareentwicklung. Klar veranschaulichte Sachverhalte Die zahlreichen Beispiele, Tabellen und Grafiken erleichtern das Verständnis der komplexen Inhalte und machen dieses Lehrbuch zu einem hilfreichen Werkzeug für die angewandte Wirtschaftsinformatik. Nutzen Sie es in der Kommunikationstechnologie oder für die Entwicklung einer Softwarearchitektur. Dank seiner zahlreichen Einsatzmöglichkeiten ist dieses Buch eine echte Bereicherung – nicht nur für Studenten der Wirtschaftsinformatik, sondern auch für Praktiker wie Ingenieure in der IT oder verwandten Fachabteilungen.
Anwendungsorientierte Wirtschaftsinformatik: Strategische Planung, Entwicklung und Nutzung von Informationssystemen
by Peter Weimann Rainer Alt Robert Winter Paul Alpar Frank Bensberg Heinz Lothar Grob"Warum und wozu braucht ein Unternehmen ein Informations- und Kommunikationssystem? Was kann die Wirtschaftsinformatik zur Erreichung der betrieblichen Unternehmensziele leisten? Wie muss dazu sinnvollerweise vorgegangen werden? Die Autoren geben klare und umfassende Antworten / / " Prof. Dr. Eva-Maria John, FH Gelsenkirchen Profitieren Sie von der strategischen Herangehensweise dieses Standard-Lehrbuches der Wirtschaftsinformatik. In dieser 6. Auflage wurden die Beschreibungen popularer Konzepte wie COBIT und ITIL sowie wichtiger Softwarelosungen wie SAP ERP aktualisiert. Die Betrachtungen zu E-Business und Business Intelligence sind ausgeweitet worden. Auf Anwendungssysteme zur Vernetzung mit Kunden (CRM) und Lieferanten (SCM) wird nun detailliert eingegangen. Erlauterungen zu Cloud Computing, Projektmanagementmethoden PMBOK und PRINCE 2 sowie Scrum, einem Ansatz der agilen Systementwicklung, sind neu aufgenommen worden. "
Anwendungsorientierte Wirtschaftsinformatik: Strategische Planung, Entwicklung und Nutzung von Informationssystemen
by Peter Weimann Rainer Alt Paul Alpar Frank BensbergLernen Sie die anwendungsorientierte Seite der Wirtschaftsinformatik kennen Wo kommen Informationstechnologien in Gesellschaft und Wirtschaft zum Einsatz? Dieses Lehrbuch liefert eine ganzheitliche und praxisbezogene Antwort. Die Autoren erläutern die Bedeutung von Informationssystemen in Unternehmen. Erfahren Sie, welche Aufgaben das Informationsmanagement erfüllt und wie Sie solche Systeme planen und steuern. Im Vordergrund des Lehrbuchs der Wirtschaftsinformatik stehen verschiedene Aspekte der digitalen Transformation, wie etwa: • Electronic Business • Mobile Business • Social Media und Web 2.0 • Internet der Dinge, M2M und Industrie 4.0 Neben praxisorientierten Gestaltungsansätzen der Digitalisierung auf Strategie-, Organisations- und Informationssystemebene stellen Ihnen die Autoren verschiedene betriebliche Anwendungssysteme (vor dem Hintergrund „Big Data“) vor und widmen sich der anwendungsorientierten Softwareentwicklung. Klar veranschaulichte Sachverhalte Die zahlreichen Beispiele, Tabellen und Grafiken erleichtern das Verständnis der komplexen Inhalte und machen dieses Lehrbuch zu einem hilfreichen Werkzeug für die angewandte Wirtschaftsinformatik. Nutzen Sie es in der Kommunikationstechnologie oder für die Entwicklung einer Softwarearchitektur. Dank seiner zahlreichen Einsatzmöglichkeiten ist dieses Buch eine echte Bereicherung – nicht nur für Studenten der Wirtschaftsinformatik, sondern auch für Praktiker wie Ingenieure in der IT oder verwandten Fachabteilungen.
Anxiety at Work: 8 Strategies to Help Teams Build Resilience, Handle Uncertainty, and Get Stuff Done
by Adrian Gostick Chester EltonAxiom Award Bronze Medalist for LeadershipExecutive coaches and #1 bestselling authors of All In and The Carrot Principle offer insight and advice in this practical eight-step guide both managers and employees can use to reduce work anxiety in the office and at home.Have you ever dreaded Sunday night, got a pit in your stomach on the way to work, or had your heartbeat speed up at the sound of your boss’s voice? If so, you may have had anxiety at work. In this empathetic and wise guide, executive coaches and gurus of gratitude Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton explore the causes of workplace stress and anxiety and the management practices that have proven successful in reducing tension and cultivating calm.If you’re a manager, how do you keep up with demands while creating a stress-free work atmosphere? How can you spot rising anxiety levels in your people? If your employees feel overwhelmed or worried about the future, what can you do to ease their concerns? How do you engage in productive conversations about emotions in uncertain times? Anxiety at Work builds on the authors’ vast knowledge and experience working with the leadership teams of some of the world’s most successful organizations to offer effective strategies that can make any workplace better, helping supervisors and their employees: Weather uncertaintyBalance overloadBeat perfectionismBuild confidenceCreate and sustain an environment that fosters resilienceStrengthen strong social bondsIn today’s volatile, fast-paced, and ever-changing global climate, organizations and their employees are under more pressure than ever to perform. Anxiety at Work shows how everyone at all levels can work together to build an environment that fosters camaraderie, productivity, and calm.
Anxious Wealth
by John OsburgWho exactly are China's new rich? This pioneering investigation introduces readers to the private lives--and the nightlives--of the powerful entrepreneurs and managers redefining success and status in the city of Chengdu. Over the course of more than three years, anthropologist John Osburg accompanied, and in some instances assisted, wealthy Chinese businessmen as they courted clients, partners, and government officials. Drawing on his immersive experiences, Osburg invites readers to join him as he journeys through the new, highly gendered entertainment sites for Chinese businessmen, including karaoke clubs, saunas, and massage parlors--places specifically designed to cater to the desires and enjoyment of elite men. Within these spaces, a masculinization of business is taking place. Osburg details the complex code of behavior that governs businessmen as they go about banqueting, drinking, gambling, bribing, exchanging gifts, and obtaining sexual services. These intricate social networks play a key role in generating business, performing social status, and reconfiguring gender roles. But many entrepreneurs feel trapped by their obligations and moral compromises in this evolving environment. Ultimately, Osburg examines their deep ambivalence about China's future and their own complicity in the major issues of post-Mao Chinese society--corruption, inequality, materialism, and loss of trust.
Anxious for Nothing
by John Macarthur Jr.Stress has become part of our daily lives. We worry about our jobs, our relationships, and our families. And while there's no lack of remedies for anxiety, no solution seems to offer true peace of mind.John MacArthur, Jr. believes that peace is not only possible, it's a divine mandate. Drawing from a rich legacy of teaching and ministry, MacArthur puts aside cultural cures to uncover the source of our anxiety and stress. Based on solid Biblical insights, Anxious for Nothing shares how we can overcome uncertainty, defeat doubt, and be truly worry-free.This revised and updated edition includes a guide for both personal and group study and features discovery questions, suggestions for prayer, and activities, all designed to connect life-changing truths with everyday living.
Any Dumb-Ass Can Do It: Learning Moments from an Everyday CEO of a Multi-Billion-Dollar Company
by Garry Ridge Martha I. FinneyImagine a successful company culture where people joyfully do meaningful work they believe in, alongside supportive, positive, enthusiastic colleagues. From the former CEO of WD-40 Company, this guide will show you how to make this vision a reality—and how to become a true leader along the way.In Any Dumb-Ass Can Do It, Chairman Emeritus Garry Ridge tells the story of how he helped grow WD-40 Company into one of the world&’s most recognized and beloved brands. How did he do it? By following the wisdom of Aristotle: &“Pleasure in the job puts perfection in the work.&” In his trademark Aussie storytelling fashion, Garry shares experiences from his life that combine to create a deep well of leadership wisdom. You&’ll discover: How one letter from a devoted father inspired Garry&’s thinking around the legacy of positive, lasting memories How to transform any workplace into a community where everyone thrives in psychological safety The importance of never getting too impressed with yourself The number one responsibility of every leader, regardless of position What he learned when he thought he was smarter than a hotel fire alarm on a cold, rainy London night Garry&’s takeaway from the time he rode a horse to Wall Street, dressed in full knight&’s armor What makes a soul-sucking CEO (and how not to be one) Any Dumb-Ass Can Do It is the story of Garry&’s grand adventure in his own words, broken down into learning moments—those flashes of insight that have made all the difference in the world.
Any Given Sunday: The NFL's Epic 100-Year History in 20 Games
by Matthew Sherry17th September 2020 will mark the centenary of the National Football League. It will reach that landmark as a behemoth, an all-encompassing conglomerate that is the most lucrative sports league in the world - and also the dominant pop culture entity in the United States. The NFL is also making considerable gains worldwide. The International Series has been heading to London since 2007 with incredible sell-outs at the four games in 2019 at Wembley and the Tottenham Hotspur Stadiums.This may lead some to believe the league has always been a roaring success story. History contradicts that reputation, for the NFL of today is a by-product of the humblest beginnings. It is a rocky road filled with genius detours and wrong turns; with heroes and villains; and, most importantly, with thousands of games. Any Given Sunday will detail some of the biggest of those, beginning with the first contest ever played in 1920 and working through to multiple key fixtures from last season. Each chapter will be complemented by countless interviews with some of the game's true legends, from Hall of Fame players and coaches to owners and executives; first-hand accounts from games, including multiple Super Bowls; and, finally, full access to the Pro Football Hall of Fame and NFL Films' extensive archives, including pieces not available to the public.Any Given Sunday takes readers from the boardrooms to the field, into the locker-room and inside the journeys of legends, providing a full snapshot of the NFL's epic first century.
Any Given Sunday: The NFL's Epic 100-Year History in 20 Games
by Matthew SherryAn authoritative 100-year history of America's National Football League from its founding.The NFL has become the most lucrative sports league in the world, yet it has not always been a roaring success story. It is a rocky road filled with detours and wrong turns; with heroes and villains; and, most importantly, with thousands of games. Any Given Sunday recounts twenty of the biggest of those, starting with the first contest ever played in 1920 and working through to key fixtures in the recent past. Each chapter is complemented by interviews with some of the game's true stars; first-hand accounts from games, including multiple Super Bowls; and, finally, full access to the Pro Football Hall of Fame.Matthew Sherry, founder of Gridiron, the UK's only NFL magazine, takes readers from the boardroom to the field, into the locker-room and inside the journeys of legends, providing a full snapshot of the NFL's epic first century.
Any Happy Returns: Structural Changes and Super Cycles in Markets
by Peter C. Oppenheimer‘An in-depth but accessible analysis of the complex factors that impact structural changes in financial markets and investor opportunities.’ In Any Happy Returns: Structural Changes and Super Cycles in Markets, celebrated author Peter C. Oppenheimer delivers his much-anticipated follow-up to The Long Good Buy. The book discusses how structural changes in macroeconomic drivers, geopolitics, government policy and social attitudes all combine to drive secular super cycles that help to explain investor returns. The author focuses on what he calls the Post-Modern Cycle, what it's likely to look like, how it will unfold and what investors should focus on. You'll also find: An introduction to the history of cycles and structural ‘Super Cycles’, and what has driven them. A detailed analysis of Super Cycles since 1945, including the Post-War Boom, the Great Moderation, the post Global Financial Crisis and Pandemic era. The specific drivers of the emerging Post-Modern Cycle amid a higher cost of capital, bigger governments, more proactive industrial policy, greater regulation, and less globalisation. Oppenheimer focuses on the developments in technology and AI, and on efforts to de-carbonise economies, and how these might impact financial market returns and opportunities. An invaluable resource for students of economic and financial history, and for investors, Any Happy Returns is essential reading for anyone seeking insights into upcoming market conditions and returns.
Anybody's Business
by Barbara Van Syckle Brian TietjeMore than a book, Anybody's Business is an approach to business and life that harnesses the best of people and how they work together to produce a transformation in perspective and purpose. This text shows the students the connections between business concepts and their everyday lives. The skills they learn can be put to use from the moment they leave the classroom and throughout their professional journey.
Anyone Can Do It: My Story
by Duncan BannatyneAt 30, Duncan Bannatyne had no money and was enjoying life on the beaches of Jersey. He saw a story of someone who had made himself a millionaire, and decided to do the same. Five years later he had done it, and now he is worth £168 million. <P><P>In this remarkable book, Bannatyne relives his colourful path to riches, from ice cream salesman to multi-millionaire, explaining how anyone could take the same route as he did - if they really want to. Hugely articulate, and with numerous fascinating and revealing stories to tell, this is an autobiography and a business book unlike any other - but then Bannatyne isn't like any other businessman, either.
Anyone Can Do It: My Story
by Duncan BannatyneAt 30, Duncan Bannatyne had no money and was enjoying life on the beaches of Jersey. He saw a story of someone who had made himself a millionaire, and decided to do the same. Five years later he had done it, and now he is worth £168 million.In this remarkable book, Bannatyne relives his colourful path to riches, from ice cream salesman to multi-millionaire, explaining how anyone could take the same route as he did - if they really want to. Hugely articulate, and with numerous fascinating and revealing stories to tell, this is an autobiography and a business book unlike any other - but then Bannatyne isn't like any other businessman, either.
Anyone Can Do It: My Story
by Duncan BannatyneAt 30, Duncan Bannatyne had no money and was enjoying life on the beaches of Jersey. He saw a story of someone who had made himself a millionaire, and decided to do the same. Five years later he had done it, and now he is worth £168 million.In this remarkable book, Bannatyne relives his colourful path to riches, from ice cream salesman to multi-millionaire, explaining how anyone could take the same route as he did - if they really want to. Hugely articulate, and with numerous fascinating and revealing stories to tell, this is an autobiography and a business book unlike any other - but then Bannatyne isn't like any other businessman, either.Read by David Rintoul(p) 2007 Orion Publishing Group
Anything You Want
by Derek SiversFinally available in bookstores, the Portfolio edition of Derek Sivers's iconic and bestselling manifesto on lessons learned while becoming an entrepreneurMost people don't know what they're doing. They imitate others, go with the flow, and follow paths without making their own.Best known for creating CD Baby, the most popular music site for independent artists, founder Derek Sivers chronicles his "accidental" success and failures into this concise and inspiring book on how to create a multimillion-dollar company by following your passion.Sivers details his journey and the lessons learned along the way of creating CD Baby and building a business close to his heart. In 1997 Sivers was a musician who taught himself to code a Buy Now button onto his band's Web site. Shortly thereafter he began selling his friends' CDs on his Web site. As CD Baby grew, Sivers faced numerous obstacles on his way to success. Within six years he had been publicly criticized by Steve Jobs and had to pay his father $3.3 million to buy back 90 percent of his company, but he had also built a company of more than 50 employees and had profited $10 million.Anything You Want is must reading for every person who is an entrepreneur, wants to be one, wants to understand one, or cares even a little about what it means to be human.
Anything You Want
by Derek SiversYou can follow the beaten path and call yourself an entrepreneur or you can blaze your own trail and really be one. When Derek Sivers started CD Baby, he wasn't planning on building a major business. He was a successful independent musician who just wanted to sell his CDs online. When no one would help him do it, he set out on his own and built an online store from scratch. He started in 1998 by helping his friends sell their CDs. In 2000, he hired his first employee. Eight years later, he sold CD Baby for $22 million. Sivers didn't need a business plan, and neither do you. You don't need to think big; in fact, it's better if you don't. Start with what you have, care about your customers more than yourself, and run your business like you don't need the money.From the Hardcover edition. back 90 percent of his company, but he had also built a company of more than 50 employees and had profited $10 million.Anything You Want is must reading for every person who is an entrepreneur, wants to be one, wants to understand one, or cares even a little about what it means to be human.