Modern Business

In the history of the Moody Bible Institute, founded in 1886 by shoe salesman turned revivalist Dwight Lyman Moody, Timothy Gloege finds an answer to why Christian ethics seem to go hand in hand with free-market capitalism.

Technology - at least in theory - is improving our productivity, efficiency, and communication. The one thing it's not doing is making us happier. We are experiencing historically high levels of depression and dissatisfaction. But it doesn't have to be that way. Technology can drive - not diminish - human happiness.

Over the past hundred years, the office has been integral to the development of modern society. It has shaped the architecture of our cities, the behavior of our organizations and the everyday movements of millions of people. In 2020, however, the global pandemic brought our attendance in the office to an abrupt halt and triggered a complete re-evaluation of the purpose of the workplace. This book offers a panoramic view of the office and explores what happens next.

Are you a leader driven by the desire to inspire your team? Do you seek new strategies to improve team dynamics in today’s ever-evolving workplace? Are you challenged by resistance to change or aligning your values with your corporate culture? If these questions resonate with you, this book is for you. Modern Workplace Culture is more than just another leadership book—it’s a comprehensive guide to mastering the art of creating positive work environments using actionable, real-world strategies.

Wouldn’t it be great if you could read people’s minds? What if you could win people over effortlessly with your natural charisma, and always know what to say to someone based on their personality type? Knowing how to navigate social situations can seem like a challenge, if you are unequipped with the proper tools. But with the right knowledge, you can not only unlock your own inner charisma, but become a master of human psychology!

Ever wonder why we refer to three so often? The Big Three. “Third time’s a charm.” “Bad news comes in threes.” Threes represent curious patterns in many cultures. Sometimes those patterns of threes are obvious and tangible. Consider the modern traffic signal. Green, yellow and red lenses, each with a different meaning to motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians, fire in a predictable and never-changing order to signal proceed, slow down and stop when lighted in sequence. Sometimes those patterns are intangible. Such as three laws. Three rules of thumb. Three principles. Three classes...

Are you prepared to face the relentless threats lurking in the digital world? Cybersecurity: The Silent Battlefield equips business leaders and entrepreneurs with the knowledge and tools to combat the growing wave of cyberattacks targeting small and medium-sized businesses. In this comprehensive guide, cybersecurity experts share actionable insights to help you: Understand modern cyberthreats like ransomware, phishing, and insider attacks—and how they specifically target businesses like yours. Identify vulnerabilities in your systems, from weak passwords to outdated software, and learn ...

Modern portfolio theory has failed investors. A change in direction is long overdue. In Getting Back to Business, dividend-investing guru Daniel Peris proposes a radical new approach - radical in that it does away with MPT in favor of a more intuitive, common-sense approach practiced by business people in their own affairs everyday: cash returns on cash investments.

This 21st Century thriller may be just up your street if you are already a fan of Patterson, Clancy or Larsson and like a storyline with more twists and turns than a sun bathing rattlesnake. For example, did greed ridden Atlanta billionaire Levi Goldman really understand that once he made a contract with the ‘Yegg’ man … he was committed? A secret vault nearly 200 feet below London’s Bryanston Street, built by the controversial wartime British Special Operations Executive to protect the names of its spies, is now the resting place for other priceless WWII memorabilia … billions of...

In the headline-making and best-selling tradition of Bill Browder’s Red Notice comes a unique and incendiary memoir from an entrepreneur who rose to the zenith of power and money in 21st-century China and whose wife was disappeared - and then mysteriously reappeared four years later on the eve of Red Roulette’s publication and global media coverage about it.

Tiny homes aren’t for everyone. Living in a tiny home is a passion that some people just don’t have, but you do! Tiny homes have become so popular because it creates a simple way of living. Not only are they so much cheaper than building a standard house, but they have more authenticity, more personality, and double the fun! Venturing into real estate can be hard but with tiny homes, it can be as simple as one, two, three! You are probably out there in the world trying to find ways to build your wealth.

ALL NEW! THE 2025 UPDATE! The Nanosecond Networlders Transform Your Network, Transform Your Life Are you seeking deeper connections with like-minded professionals but find yourself surrounded by energy-draining relationships instead? In today's fast-paced world, we face a profound "Connection Crisis" that affects our careers, cross-cultural interactions, and organizational effectiveness. "The Nanosecond Networlders" reveals a groundbreaking approach to building authentic professional relationships. While we may spend months deliberating important decisions, the moment of commitment happens ...

Cybersecurity involves people, policy, and technology. Yet most books and academic programs cover only technology. Hence the implementation of cybersecurity as a people powered perpetual innovation and productivity engine is not done. People think they can buy cybersecurity as a product when in fact the discipline is the modern practice of digital business strategy. People also equate cybersecurity with information security or security alone. However, security is a state, while cybersecurity is a process.

From Plato to present, the wisdom of the western world in writing is summarized. Oratory is also covered.

Technology rules us as much as laws do. It shapes the legal, social, and ethical environments in which we act. Every time we cross a street, drive a car, or go to the doctor, we submit to the silent power of technology. Yet, much of the time, the influence of technology on our lives goes unchallenged by citizens and our elected representatives. Our embrace of novel technological pathways, Sheila Jasanoff shows, leads to a complex interplay among technology, ethics, and human rights.

"The Ultimate Career Survival Master Course" is designed to transform you into an irreplaceable asset in your field. More than a mere guide, this book equips you with the strategies and mindset required to become the most valued individual in your career. Amid a shifting work landscape and rapidly advancing technology, equip yourself with the tools to not just survive but thrive. It's time to future-proof your career and shine in any circumstance.

Delivering more vehicles and creating more income only scratches the surface of Beyond the Walkaround. The "New Vision" takes sales consultants on a journey unlike any other. Create the ideal environment that allows for customer comfort and consultant confidence, the true key to success in all sales. Learn to counter, transition, and close like you never have before. Author Rob Hamilton takes us all on a fun trip through the realm of car sales.

Redefining Digital Marketplaces: Unleashing the Power of E-commerce and Dropshipping in 2023 is a comprehensive guide that illuminates the expansive landscape of online trade, offering unique insights and effective strategies to master the digital marketplace. This book, stretching over 4000 characters, is an exploration of the e-commerce ecosystem and an exposé of dropshipping's practicalities, demonstrating how they can revolutionize your business operations in the modern era. Here's what you can expect to discover in this in-depth manual: • Understanding E-commerce: From its genesis ...

Go behind the scenes to meet the trailblazing executives and visionaries who have reshaped the health and wellness landscape. Discover how they've challenged the status quo and are ushering in a new era of wellness, where prevention and alternative therapies are at the forefront. Gone are the days of reactive sick care! In this new age, the universal pursuit isn't merely about managing sickness, it's a quest for optimized health; the shift from "sick care" to "well care" is now more evident than ever.

No turbilhão do mundo corporativo, é fundamental que a figura do líder transcenda a mera posição de chefe e seja uma verdadeira fonte de inspiração. Esta obra é um guia fundamental para quem busca aprimorar as habilidades de liderança, seja você um gestor experiente, um futuro líder ou alguém que deseja investir em desenvolvimento pessoal. Com explicações claras, exemplos do dia a dia e reflexões preciosas, o livro ensina o ouvinte como abandonar conceitos ultrapassados, adotar novas ideias e liderar de forma mais humana, flexível e adaptada às demandas do mundo contemporâneo.