Written in a fast-paced thriller style, 'The Goal' contains a serious message for all managers in industry and explains the ideas which underline the Theory of Constraints developed by the author. Read more

Dubbed “the industry bible” by the Los Angeles Times, All You Need to Know About the Music Business by veteran music lawyer Donald Passman is the go-to guide for everyone in the music business through ten editions, over thirty years, and over a half a million copies sold. Now with updates explaining why musicians have more power today than ever in history; discussion of the mega-million-dollar sales of artists’ songs and record catalogs; how artist access to streaming media, and particularly TikTok, has completely reshaped the music business; the latest on music created by AI; and a full update of the latest numbers and trends.For more than thirty years, All You Need to Know About the Music Business has been universally regarded as the definitive guide to the music industry. Now in its eleventh edition, Passman leads novices and experts alike through what has been the most profound change in the music business since the days of wax cylinders and piano rolls: streaming. For the first time in history, music is no longer monetized by selling something—it’s monetized by how many times a listener streams a song. And also, for the first time, artists can get their music to listeners without a record company gatekeeper, creating a new democracy for music. The “industry bible” (Los Angeles Times), now updated, is essential for anyone in the music business—musicians, songwriters, lawyers, agents, promoters, publishers, executives, and managers—and the definitive guide for anyone who wants to be in the business. So, whether you are—or aspire to be—in the music industry, veteran music lawyer Passman’s comprehensive guide is an indispensable tool. He offers timely information about the latest trends, including the reasons why artists have more clout than ever in history, the massive influence of TikTok, the mega million dollar sales of artists’ songs and record catalogs, music in Web3 and the Metaverse, music created by AI, and a full update of the latest numbers and practices. Read more

💡 QuickBooks isn’t the problem — using it wrong is.Feeling overwhelmed by spreadsheets and outdated bookkeeping methods?Have you tried QuickBooks Online, only to feel lost in the maze of its features and unsure how to make it work for your business?This 3 Books in 1 is your complete guide to mastering QuickBooks Online, turning it from a confusing tool into your most powerful business ally.Designed with small business owners, freelancers, and entrepreneurs in mind, this book delivers a clear, step-by-step learning experience that evolves with you — from absolute beginner to advanced user. 📈Inside, you'll discover:✅ A Progressive Learning System: This book guides you through setup, essential functions, and advanced features at your own pace. No more skipping steps or feeling left behind.✅ Practical Tutorials for Real Businesses: From invoicing clients to tracking expenses and reconciling accounts, every chapter includes practical examples and exercises tailored to real-world business scenarios.✅ Streamlined Dashboard Mastery: Learn how to customize QuickBooks Online to suit your unique workflow and save time every day.✅ Effortless Financial Reports: Generate professional-grade Profit & Loss Statements, Balance Sheets, and Cash Flow analyses with just a few clicks — perfect for tax season and strategic decision-making.✅ Stress-Free Automation: Take control of your bookkeeping by automating tedious tasks like recurring invoices, expense categorization, and payroll. Spend more time growing your business, less time crunching numbers!✅ Industry-Specific Guidance: Whether you’re a freelancer, retailer, or service provider, you’ll find tailored advice for managing your finances in QuickBooks Online.A 3 Books in 1 Comprehensive Course:📚 Book 1 — QuickBooks Foundations: Set up your account, configure settings, and learn the basics with confidence.📚 Book 2 — Essential Functions: Master invoicing, expense tracking, and monthly tasks to keep your finances organized and accurate.📚 Book 3 — Advanced Tools: Dive into payroll, budgeting, and integrations to unlock QuickBooks Online’s full potential.Exclusive Bonuses Included:🎁 QuickBooks Online Setup and Efficiency Toolkit: Your shortcut to mastering the setup process and supercharging your bookkeeping efficiency.🎁 Monthly Accounting and Reporting Planner for QuickBooks Online Users: Simplify your monthly financial tasks with a planner designed to keep you on track and stress-free.📊 Imagine feeling confident and in control of your business finances, knowing your bookkeeping is accurate, automated, and working for you — not the other way around.🌟Click "Buy Now" and take the first step toward becoming the QuickBooks expert your business needs!🌟 Read more

From the best-selling author of Blood, Sweat, and Pixels comes the next definitive, behind-the-scenes account of the video game industry: how some of the past decade's most renowned studios fell apart - and the stories, both triumphant and tragic, of what happened next. Jason Schreier's groundbreaking reporting has earned him a place among the preeminent investigative journalists covering the world of video games. In his eagerly anticipated, deeply researched new book, Schreier trains his investigative eye on the volatility of the video game industry and the resilience of the people who work in it. The business of videogames is both a prestige industry and an opaque one. Based on dozens of first-hand interviews that cover the development of landmark games - Bioshock Infinite, Epic Mickey, Dead Space, and more - on to the shocking closures of the studios that made them, Press Reset tells the stories of how real people are affected by game studio shutdowns, and how they recover, move on, or escape the industry entirely. Schreier's insider interviews cover hostile takeovers, abusive bosses, corporate drama, bounced checks, and that one time the Boston Red Sox's Curt Schilling decided he was going to lead a game studio that would take out World of Warcraft. Along the way, he asks pressing questions about why, when the video game industry is more successful than ever, it's become so hard to make a stable living making video games - and whether the business of making games can change before it's too late. Read more

Every industry revolves around Key People of Influence. Their names come up in conversation. They attract opportunities. They earn more money. Many people think it takes decades of hard work, academic qualifications and a generous measure of good luck to become a Key Person of Influence. This audiobook shows you that there is a five-step strategy for fast-tracking your way to the inner circle of the industry you love. Your ability to succeed depends on your ability to influence. Start now by listening to this audiobook. Read more

A thoroughly revised edition of the comprehensive guide to building and maintaining a successful career in writing. Writers talk about their work in many ways: as an art, as a calling, as a lifestyle. Too often missing from these conversations is the fact that writing is also a business, and those who want to make a living from their writing must understand the basic business principles underlying the industry. The Business of Being a Writer offers the business education writers need but so rarely receive. Jane Friedman is one of today’s leading experts on the publishing industry. Through her website, social media presence, online courses, email newsletters, and other media, she helps writers understand how to navigate the industry with confidence and intentionality. This book advises writers on how to build a platform in a way that aligns with their values, how to spot critical mindset issues that might sabotage their efforts before they even begin, how to publish strategically, and what it means to diversify income streams beyond book sales. For this second edition, Friedman has updated every topic to reflect how the industry has evolved over the past half decade. New features include a section on business and legal issues commonly faced by writers, exercises at the end of each chapter, and a wealth of sample materials posted on a companion website. Reaching beyond the mechanical aspects of publishing, The Business of Being a Writer will help both new and experienced writers approach their careers with the same creative spirit as their writing. Friedman is encouraging without sugarcoating reality, blending years of research with practical advice that will help writers market themselves and maximize their writing-related income. Her book will leave them empowered, confident, and ready to turn their craft into a sustainable career. Read more

The Psychopath Test is a fascinating journey through the minds of madness. Jon Ronson's exploration of a potential hoax being played on the world's top neurologists takes him, unexpectedly, into the heart of the madness industry. An influential psychologist who is convinced that many important CEOs and politicians are, in fact, psychopaths, teaches Ronson how to spot these high-flying individuals by looking out for little telltale verbal and nonverbal clues. And so Ronson, armed with his new psychopath-spotting abilities, enters the corridors of power. He spends time with a death-squad leader institutionalized for mortgage fraud in Coxsackie, New York; a legendary CEO whose psychopathy has been speculated about in the press; and a patient in an asylum for the criminally insane who insists he's sane and certainly not a psychopath. Ronson not only solves the mystery of the hoax but also discovers, disturbingly, that sometimes the personalities at the helm of the madness industry are, with their drives and obsessions, as mad in their own way as those they study. And that relatively ordinary people are, more and more, defined by their maddest edges. Read more

You may already know this, but in case you didn't, here are some facts about why freight brokerage business is growing and why it is so lucrative to get in to. Since 2012, Freight brokerage industry has been seeing a steady 6-12% growth every year The ongoing economic recovery is bringing an increase in demand for trucking services The massive growth of companies like Amazon, eBay, and others are contributing directly to freight brokerage business According to ATA (American Trucking Association), by 2022 overall revenue in the trucking industry will increase by 66%! ATA also predicts that the by 2022 the cargo weight they carry will grow by 24% Increase use of LTL (Less Than Truckload) which can only be accessed by a licensed freight broker If these facts sold you on the idea to at least find out more, then let's talk about what's in this book. In this book you will learn: What is a freight broker Difference between freight broker and freight forwarder Ten reasons why you should become a freight broker How the industry works Trucking industry players A day in life of a freight broker Eight essential traits of a freight broker How to actually become a freight broker How much can you make How freight broker business makes money How to start a freight brokerage business step by step How to write a business plan (a full plan is included) What are all the required forms, permits, and licenses What are the legal requirements What are the bond and insurance requirements Estimated startup cost Marketing and resources Five practical ways to find new clients Five effective networking tools Read more

Secure a great career in the financial securities industry with this SIE study guideThe Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Exam, administered by FINRA, is for aspiring securities industry professionals. Passing this exam is a prerequisite to the famous (and infamous) series-level exams such as the Series 7. SIE Exam 2025-2026 For Dummies is your one-stop study shop for the SIE exam. Test your knowledge with 4 practice tests, prep for test day, and get ready for the exam that will jumpstart your career. This book helps you lock in the key terms and concepts that you'll need to know to pass the SIE. It also teaches you how to apply them, so you can sail through test day and enter the securities industry with confidence. This revision contains more practice questions for each key content area, a new glossary of key terms, and online flashcards. Check the SIE exam off your to-do list with the help of this Dummies study guide. Study all the content you'll need to know to pass the SIE examPractice with 4 full-length tests and flashcards available onlineLearn expert strategies for scoring your highest on the testGet started on your journey to a career as a financial securities professionalThis study guide is highly recommended for anyone looking to take the SIE exam in 2025 and beyond. Read more

Introducing the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Study Guide, brought to you by the Davidson’s.Designed with the modern, busy individual in mind, this comprehensive audiobook transforms your daily routines—be it commuting, exercising, or managing household chores—into productive study sessions, seamlessly integrating learning into your lifestyle.This meticulously crafted guide covers all four critical sections outlined by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) for the SIE exam:Knowledge of Capital Markets: Delve into the structure and function of the securities industry markets, understanding various market participants, offerings, and economic factors.Understanding Products and Their Risks: Gain insights into different securities products, including equities, debt instruments, packaged products, and their associated risks.Understanding Trading, Customer Accounts, and Prohibited Activities: Learn the intricacies of trading processes, managing customer accounts, and recognizing activities that are deemed prohibited under industry regulations.Overview of the Regulatory Framework: Familiarize yourself with the essential regulatory bodies, their functions, and the legal guidelines governing the securities industry.Each section is enriched with the most current test questions and detailed answers, reflecting the latest standards and practices in the securities industry. This alignment ensures that you're not only prepared for the exam, but also equipped with practical knowledge applicable to real-world scenarios.With this Securities Industry Essentials Study Guide by the Davidson’s, you're investing in a resource that combines comprehensive content, up-to-date practice questions, and the convenience of sound education. Prepare effectively, retain information efficiently, and approach your SIE exam with confidence. Start your journey toward a successful career in the securities industry today. Read more

If you want to pass the SIE exam, but don’t have a lot of time for studying, pay attention....SIE Exam Test Prep Study GuideYou are no doubt a busy professional with a lot of things going on! It can be challenging to find the time to study in preparation for the SIE exam. However, the truth is that the SIE test is a challenging test. It is normal to have some anxiety about taking this test.Thorough preparation cannot be overlooked. That is why the author Evan Benitez, a securities professional, developed the SIE EXAM PREP Study Guide! This edition is a complete review edition. It covers all essential concepts found on the exam from all categories of the exam. You can listen to or read it wherever life takes you! Its sections include:Introduction to the SIE ExamCore Concepts: Understanding SecuritiesRegulatory Framework and AgenciesBusiness Economic FactorsTypes of Market ParticipantsPrimary and Secondary MarketsInvestment Companies and ProductsUnderstanding Financial StatementsTaxation and Retirement AccountsEthics and Professional ConductRisk ManagementCapital Markets and InstrumentsAnalyzing SecuritiesPractical Study TechniquesEach section is divided into further subsections making sure all aspects of the exam are covered! If you listen to or read our study guide and take the time to really understand the concepts, we are confident you will pass the test and be on your way to a rewarding career!So, go ahead, and scroll up, and buy this book today!PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio. Read more

Multi-Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Shane Stanley writes a book anyone and everyone should hear if they want an entertainment industry insider's professional guidance on how to create a movie. This book is an especially invaluable tool for those who have or plan to, attend a college or university film school. It's your complete guide to (independent) filmmaking. An in-depth, no-holds-barred look at making movies from ‘concept to delivery’ in today’s ever-evolving climate while breaking down the dos and don’ts of (independent) filmmaking. Learn invaluable industry secrets from top to bottom and discover the truth about independent film distribution as the lid is torn off the many myths surrounding sales agents and today’s release platforms that are certain to open listeners' eyes - and ruffle a few feathers! Read more

A mesmerizing, behind-the-scenes business thriller that chronicles how Sega, a small, scrappy gaming company led by an unlikely visionary and a team of rebels, took on the juggernaut Nintendo and revolutionized the video-game industry. In 1990, Nintendo had a virtual monopoly on the video-game industry. Sega, on the other hand, was just a faltering arcade company with big aspirations and even bigger personalities. But all that would change with the arrival of Tom Kalinske, a former Mattel executive who knew nothing about video games and everything about fighting uphill battles. His unconventional tactics, combined with the blood, sweat, and bold ideas of his renegade employees, completely transformed Sega and led to a ruthless, David-and-Goliath showdown with Nintendo. Little did he realize that Sega's success would create many new enemies and, most important, make Nintendo stronger than ever. The battle was vicious, relentless, and highly profitable, eventually sparking a global corporate war that would be fought on several fronts: from living rooms and school yards to boardrooms and Congress. It was a once-in-a-lifetime, no-holds-barred conflict that pitted brother against brother, kid against adult, Sonic against Mario, and the United States against Japan. Based on more than 200 interviews with former Sega and Nintendo employees, Console Wars is the tale of how Tom Kalinske miraculously turned an industry punch line into a market leader. Blake J. Harris brings into focus the warriors, the strategies, and the battles and explores how they transformed popular culture forever. Ultimately, Console Wars is the story of how a humble family man, with an extraordinary imagination and a gift for turning problems into competitive advantages, inspired a team of underdogs to slay a giant and, as a result, give birth to a $60 billion industry. Read more

Develop the knowledge and skills you need to maintain and troubleshoot today�s complex heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems with REFRIGERATION & AIR CONDITIONING TECHNOLOGY, Ninth Edition. This best-selling, easy-to-understand resource provides hands-on guidance, practical applications, and the solid foundation you need to understand modern HVAC service and repair, its environmental challenges, and their solutions. Focused on sustainable technology and emphasizing new technologies and green awareness, the Ninth Edition features the latest advances in the HVAC/R industry, including updated content throughout the text and more than 400 new and revised figures and images. Drawing on decades of industry experience, the authors also cover the all-important soft skills and customer relations issues that today's professionals need to master for career success. Memorable real-world examples, hundreds of vibrant photos, and unique Service Call features bring key concepts to life and help you develop the knowledge and skills to succeed in today's dynamic industry. Read more

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This is the post-Me Too update to the ahead-of-its-time emotionally charged memoir from a former hip hop music video vixen many women needed to see. Twenty years after she took us beyond the glitz and glamour of celebrity, this story of a woman who survived physical abuse, rape, drug and alcohol abuse to then forge a new life is even more triumphant. As the music industry started to have its own reckoning with men who've behaved badly, even criminally, Confessions has been discussed in some quarters as an early warning bell, with Karrine Steffans seen as a feminist icon who shined a light when no one wanted her to and championed sex positivity before it was embraced. Now, in a new foreword and bonus chapter, talks about what it has been like to watch the tide turn, as well as the lessons still to be learned.Part tell-all, part cautionary tale, this emotionally charged memoir from a former video vixen nicknamed 'Superhead' goes beyond the glamour of celebrity to reveal the inner workings of the hip-hop dancer industry—from the physical and emotional abuse that's rampant in the industry, and which marked her own life—to the excessive use of drugs, sex and bling.Once the sought-after video girl, this sexy siren has helped multi-platinum artists, such as Jay-Z, R. Kelly and LL Cool J, sell millions of albums with her sensual dancing. In a word, Karrine was H-O-T. So hot that she made as much as $2500 a day in videos and was selected by well-known film director F. Gary Gray to co-star in his film, A Man Apart, starring Vin Diesel. But the film and music video sets, swanky Hollywood and New York restaurants and trysts with the celebrities featured in the pages of People and In Touch magazines only touches the surface of Karrine Steffans' life.Her journey is filled with physical abuse, rape, drug and alcohol abuse, homelessness and single motherhood—all by the age of 26. By sharing her story, Steffans hopes to shed light on an otherwise romanticised industry and help young women avoid the same pitfalls she encountered. If they're already in danger, she hopes to inspire them to find a way to dig themselves out of what she knows first-hand to be a cycle of hopelessness and despair. Read more

Pass the SIE Exam on your first attempt. Guaranteed.Elevate your financial industry career with this all‐in‐one study guide meticulously tailored to the official FINRA outline. SIE Exam Success merges clear instruction, practice, and modern e‐learning tools to help you master the Securities Industry Essentials exam.Inside This Exam Prep Guide, You’ll Find:✅ Over 3000+ Robust Practice Questions – Strengthen your knowledge with detailed explanations that illuminate even the trickiest securities concepts.✅ 12 Full‐Length Mock Exams – Tackle tests mirroring the real SIE format and difficulty, ensuring you’re primed for any question on exam day.✅ Fully FINRA‐Aligned Content – Rely on up‐to‐date coverage designed around the current official SIE curriculum for accurate and thorough prep.✅ Exclusive E‐Learning Platform Access – Unlock unlimited exam simulations, digital flashcards, and downloadable PDF exams; study wherever life takes you with lifetime updates included.✅ Strategic Study Techniques – Manage your prep time with proven methods, from systematic reading plans to question‐tackling tips that build confidence and reduce anxiety.Who This Book Is For:✅ Aspiring Financial Professionals seeking a streamlined approach to the SIE, be it students exploring finance or newcomers to brokerage firm life.✅ Recent Graduates transitioning from standard business or finance textbooks to a targeted SIE prep resource that distills complicated regulations into digestible insights.✅ Industry Insiders requiring a single, powerful reference point—handy for reinforcing knowledge, cross‐training on compliance topics, or refreshing after time away from securities exams.✅ Anyone Looking for a Solid Foundation in essential financial regulations, products, and market structures, crucial for the SIE and future FINRA licensing exams.Whether you’re comparing this guide to other FINRA prep materials or moving on from general finance textbooks, you’ll find the content uniquely suited for the SIE exam’s demands. Stay current with the evolving world of securities and regulation, and position yourself for success in the financial markets.Secure your copy now and take the next step toward conquering the SIE exam—setting the stage for a thriving career in the securities industry. Read more

It was the most brutal corporate restructuring in Wall Street history. The 2015 bankruptcy brawl for the storied casino giant, Caesars Entertainment, pitted brilliant and ruthless private equity legends against the world's most relentless hedge fund wizards. In the tradition of Barbarians at the Gate and The Big Short comes the riveting, multi-dimensional poker game between private equity firms and distressed debt hedge funds that played out from the Vegas Strip to Manhattan boardrooms to Chicago courthouses and even, for a moment, the halls of the United States Congress. On one side: Apollo Global Management and TPG Capital. On the other: the likes of Elliott Management, Oaktree Capital, and Appaloosa Management. The Caesars bankruptcy put a twist on the old-fashioned casino heist. Through a $27 billion leveraged buyout and a dizzying string of financial engineering transactions, Apollo and TPG—in the midst of the post-Great Recession slump—had seemingly snatched every prime asset of the company from creditors, with the notable exception of Caesars Palace. But Caesars’ hedge fund lenders and bondholders had scooped up the company’s paper for nickels and dimes. And with their own armies of lawyers and bankers, they were ready to do everything necessary to take back what they believed was theirs—if they could just stop their own infighting. These modern financiers now dominate the scene in Corporate America as their fight-to-the-death mentality continues to shock workers, politicians, and broader society—and even each other. In The Caesars Palace Coup, financial journalists Max Frumes and Sujeet Indap illuminate the brutal tactics of distressed debt mavens—vultures, as they are condemned—in the sale and purchase of even the biggest companies in the world with billions of dollars hanging in the balance. Read more

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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Big Oil and Gas Versus Democracy—Winner Take All“A rollickingly well-written book, filled with fascinating, exciting, and alarming stories about the impact of the oil and gas industry on the world today.”—The New York Times Book Review In 2010, the words “earthquake swarm” entered the lexicon in Oklahoma. That same year, a trove of Michael Jackson memorabilia—including his iconic crystal-encrusted white glove—was sold at auction for over $1 million to a guy who was, officially, just the lowly forestry minister of the tiny nation of Equatorial Guinea. And in 2014, revolutionaries in Ukraine raided the palace of their ousted president and found a zoo of peacocks, gilded toilets, and a floating restaurant modeled after a Spanish galleon. Unlikely as it might seem, there is a thread connecting these events, and Rachel Maddow follows it to its crooked source: the unimaginably lucrative and equally corrupting oil and gas industry. With her trademark black humor, Maddow takes us on a switchback journey around the globe, revealing the greed and incompetence of Big Oil and Gas along the way, and drawing a surprising conclusion about why the Russian government hacked the 2016 U.S. election. She deftly shows how Russia’s rich reserves of crude have, paradoxically, stunted its growth, forcing Vladimir Putin to maintain his power by spreading Russia’s rot into its rivals, its neighbors, the West’s most important alliances, and the United States. Chevron, BP, and a host of other industry players get their star turn, most notably ExxonMobil and the deceptively well-behaved Rex Tillerson. The oil and gas industry has weakened democracies in developed and developing countries, fouled oceans and rivers, and propped up authoritarian thieves and killers. But being outraged at it is, according to Maddow, “like being indignant when a lion takes down and eats a gazelle. You can’t really blame the lion. It’s in her nature.” Blowout is a call to contain the lion: to stop subsidizing the wealthiest businesses on earth, to fight for transparency, and to check the influence of the world’s most destructive industry and its enablers. The stakes have never been higher. As Maddow writes, “Democracy either wins this one or disappears.” Read more

Where is The Cure for Cancer?Have you ever wondered why in the past 100 years a cure for cancer has not been found? You’re not alone!We’ve all lost someone we love to cancer and we all want to see it gone. But after spending $500 Billion dollars of our generous donations on cancer research over the past 50 years, the people who promised us a cure have given us literally nothing for preventing or curing the disease. Are they incompetent? Or are cures and effective treatments purposefully being suppressed so the industry can keep raking in money? It’s time to find out the truth.The Truth About CancerAfter losing his mother to cancer at age 12, bestselling author Mark Sloan has conducted a historic and monumental investigation into The Cancer Industry to find out why she died such an agonizing death. I’m here to ask the difficult questions. Did my mother die of cancer? Or was she murdered for-profit by an industry that cares more about making money than saving lives?Backed by evidence from over 600 scientific and clinical references, The Cancer Industry will guide you on a journey into cancer treatments - surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy - as well as cancer screening tests - Mammography and The PSA Test. Do they actually work or are they doing us more harm than good?The Cancer Industry also includes an entire chapter on the question of whether or not cures or safe and effective treatments have been hidden from the public. It’s time to find out the truth.Got a pulse? Then you need to read this book!Get Started Immediately!Pick up your copy now by clicking the BUY NOW button at the top of this page! Read more

We live in an age of serial asset bubbles and spectacular busts. Economists, policymakers, central bankers and most people in the financial world have been blindsided by these busts, while investors have lost trillions. Economists argue that bubbles can only be spotted after they burst and that market moves are unpredictable. Yet Marathon Asset Management, a London-based investment firm managing over $50 billion of assets has developed a relatively simple method for identifying and potentially avoiding them: follow the money, or rather the trail of investment. Bubbles whether they affect a whole economy or merely a single industry, tend to attract a splurge of capital spending. Excessive investment drives down returns and leads inexorably to a bust. This was the case with both the technology bubble at the turn of the century and the US housing bubble which followed shortly after. More recently, vast sums have been invested in mining and energy. From an investor's perspective, the trick is to avoid investing in sectors, or markets, where investment spending is unduly elevated and competition is fierce, and to put one's money to work where capital expenditure is depressed, competitive conditions are more favourable and, as a result, prospective investment returns are higher. This capital cycle strategy encourages investors to eschew the simple 'growth' and 'value' dichotomy and identify firms that can deliver superior returns either because capital has been taken out of an industry, or because the business has strong barriers to entry (what Warren Buffett refers to as a 'moat'). Some of Marathon's most successful investments have come from obscure, sometimes niche operations whose businesses are protected from the destructive forces of the capital cycle. Capital Returns is a comprehensive introduction to the theory and practical implementation of the capital cycle approach to investment. Edited and with an introduction by Edward Chancellor, the book brings together 60 of the most insightful reports written between 2002 and 2014 by Marathon portfolio managers. Capital Returns provides key insights into the capital cycle strategy, all supported with real life examples from global brewers to the semiconductor industry - showing how this approach can be usefully applied to different industry conditions and how, prior to 2008, it helped protect assets from financial catastrophe. This book will be a welcome reference for serious investors who looking to maximise portfolio returns over the long run. Read more

The untold succession struggle at Walt Disney Productions following the death of its founder, and the generational transformation which led to the birth of the modern multibillion-dollar animation industry.“An eye-opening history of one of the most culturally impactful American companies.” —Kirkus Review Walt Disney left behind big dreams when he died in 1966. Perhaps none was greater than the hope that his son-in-law, Ron Miller, would someday run his studio. Under Miller’s leadership, Disney expanded into new frontiers: global theme parks, computer animation, cable television, home video, and video games. Despite these innovations, Ron struggled to expand the Disney brand beyond its midcentury image of wholesome family entertainment, even as times and tastes evolved. Tensions between Miller and Walt’s nephew, Roy E. Disney, threatened to destroy the company, leading Wall Street “Gordon Gekko” types to come after Mickey Mouse. At the same time, the aging Animation Department—once the core of Walt’s business—was one memo away from shutting down forever. Rather, thanks to the radical efforts of Walt’s veterans to recruit and nurture young talent, it was revived by this sudden influx of artists who would go on to revolutionize the film industry. Additionally, this new generation would prove over time that animation was so much more than just kids’ stuff—it was a multibillion dollar industry. This is the upstairs-downstairs story of the executives and animators who clashed and collaborated to keep America’s most storied company alive during the most uncertain period in its one hundred year history. Read more

The places where good people are needed the most are where good people are least likely to go.One man decided to change all that.In Patrick Collis’ fascinating, challenging, and insightful book, you will read about his journey into the field of Private Investigations and Executive Security. Patrick's story keeps you on the edge of your seat, from hiding in the forest with a telephoto lens to apprehending traffickers crossing theRio Grande and protecting well-known politicians and media figures.Equal parts deep, thoughtful, and funny, Patrick manages to weave together a narrative that asks the big questions, is deeply honest, and encourages its readers to tackle the work they’ve been given in their own lives with faith, forgiveness, and a little bit of fun.The world of investigations is often dark, complex, and messy, but that is precisely why Patrick, an ordained pastor, is able to have such a significant impact on people’s lives.This book is a resounding encouragement for Christians and anyone of good conscienceto raise their eyes to heaven and say, “I will go. Send me.” Read more

Part tell-all memoir and part entrepreneur crash course, the founder of The RealReal offers an emboldening story of perspective and triumph When she was 52, a recruiter told Julie Wainwright that her failure as CEO of Pets.com made her unemployable. But she proved him—and Silicon Valley—wrong and built her company from an idea into the world’s largest resource for authenticated luxury resale. Since its launch in 2011, The RealReal has changed the world of fashion forever, making luxury items more accessible and sustainable. Time to Get Real spills the tea on the entrepreneurial journey from a woman’s perspective and includes all the lessons learned and mistakes made along the way to a billion-dollar business and public company. This is the book Julie wished she had when she was in the trenches—one that shares the whole exhilarating, stressful, glorious, messy truth about success. Time to Get Real isn’t just about Julie’s wild ride through Silicon Valley; it will also show you how to: Build a business from the ground upHire for startups while avoiding common oversightsOvercome workplace bias and adversityBe a shark—and create a unicorn With Julie’s inspirational story and hard-earned wisdom, this is the perfect read for anyone who has ever imagined starting a company, loves fashion, or wants an uncensored glimpse behind the scenes from a woman who succeeded in spite of it all. Read more

The Fashion Business Manual: An Illustrated Guide to Building a Fashion BrandThe Fashion Business Manual is the world’s first visual guide specifically tailored for the fashion business. This comprehensive manual covers crucial business aspects such as branding, product development, wholesaling, retailing, and setting up your business, complete with form templates. Designed to be highly accessible, business information is presented in short, easy-to-read paragraphs, making complex topics simple to grasp.Unlike traditional business books that often emphasize philosophy and theory, The Fashion Business Manual focuses on the practical skills needed to thrive in the fashion industry. It offers practical advice in a step-by-step format, supported by illustrated examples that clarify key concepts and scenarios.This manual is ideal for fashion designers, entrepreneurs, industry professionals, and anyone interested in entering the fashion world. It equips designers with essential business skills, guides entrepreneurs through branding and management, and provides industry professionals with a comprehensive understanding of the business. For those looking to break into the fashion industry, it offers a balanced overview of business insights, preparing them for their first steps into the field.The Fashion Business Manual is particularly beneficial for visually oriented individuals. Each page is adorned with colorful graphics that make the content engaging and easy to follow. By breaking down lengthy information into short, digestible sentences, and using step-by-step guides and highlighted keywords, the manual ensures that readers can absorb complex topics without losing concentration.The adage "a picture is worth a thousand words" holds true in this manual. Illustrated examples are used to explain key information and practical scenarios quickly and clearly, making the learning process straightforward and enjoyable.The Fashion Business Manual is a groundbreaking resource that combines visual appeal with practical business guidance, making it an essential tool for anyone looking to build a successful fashion brand. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or an aspiring newcomer, this manual provides the insights and tools you need to navigate and succeed in the competitive fashion industry. Read more

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Written in an easy-to-read, easy-to-understand style, Foundations of Lodging Management, 2eexplores how the lodging industry and the hotels in the industry operate. KEY FEATURES: With coverage of both small and large hotels, it addresses each department, including the front office, sales and marketing, housekeeping, maintenance and more! This edition features more on green initiatives and expanded discussion of revenue optimization. Read more

A major exploration of venture financing, from its origins in the whaling industry to Silicon Valley, that shows how venture capital created an epicenter for the development of high-tech innovation.VC tells the riveting story of how the industry arose from the United States’ long-running orientation toward entrepreneurship. Venture capital has been driven from the start by the pull of outsized returns through a skewed distribution of payoffs―a faith in low-probability but substantial financial rewards that rarely materialize. Whether the gamble is a whaling voyage setting sail from New Bedford or the newest startup in Silicon Valley, VC is not just a model of finance that has proven difficult to replicate in other countries. It is a state of mind exemplified by an appetite for risk-taking, a bold spirit of adventure, and an unbridled quest for improbable wealth through investment in innovation.Tom Nicholas’s history of the venture capital industry offers readers a ride on the roller coaster of setbacks and success in America’s pursuit of financial gain.

A beautifully illustrated and in-depth look at horology—the scientific study of time and timekeeping. Horology is a thorough introduction to the world of time and watchmaking. Brimming with more than 150 detailed and full-color images, illustrations, charts, and technical drawings, this book is a must-have for anyone interested in the art of watchmaking and watch design. It includes the requisite exploration and presentation of the rarest, most-coveted, and classic watch designs and styles, including Jaeger-LeCoultre, Patek Philippe, Rolex, Cartier, Breitling and many others.Topics include:early calendars,modern timekeeping,the smallest unit of time,the twin paradox,the golden ratio,rvolving design, using the Vacheron Constantin 222 as a case study, anddecorative watchmaking techniques, including brushing, chamfering, circular graining, chiseling, and more.A multifaceted study, Horology discusses the philosophy and measurement of time, the possibility of time travel, and the emergent smartwatch industry. What once seemed complicated will be demystified through a comprehensive overview of watch movements, complications, and parts. A behind-the-scenes peek into the watch industry, plus pricing and market data, rounds out the contents. Readers will leave these pages with a newfound, renewed, and enhanced love of watchmaking, as well as an increased appreciation for the value and passing of time. A watch is our most intimate connection with time and a way to keep in touch with our artisanal past. Read more