Karl Weber Libros

In the last two decades, free markets have swept the globe, bringing with them enormous potential for positive change. But traditional capitalism cannot solve problems like inequality and poverty, because it is hampered by a narrow view of human nature in which people are one-dimensional beings concerned only with profit. In fact, human beings have many other drives and passions, including the spiritual, the social, and the altruistic. Welcome to the world of social business, where the creative vision of the entrepreneur is applied to today's most serious feeding the poor, housing the homeless, healing the sick, and protecting the planet. Creating a World Without Poverty tells the stories of some of the earliest examples of social businesses, including Yunus's own Grameen Bank. It reveals the next phase in a hopeful economic and social revolution that is already under way—and in the worldwide effort to eliminate poverty by unleashing the productive energy of every human being.

Wall Street Journal BestsellerThis master class on leadership, written by one of America's most prominent and successful executives, will help you develop the professional leadership qualities that deliver personal, interpersonal, and organizational success.In Learning to Lead: The Journey to Leading Yourself, Leading Others, and Leading an Organization , Ron Williams provides you with practical, tested leadership advice, whether you're searching for a new career, looking for proven management solutions, or seeking to transform your organization. Developed from Williams's own personal and professional journey, as well as the experiences of America's leading CEOs, these strategies emerge boldly from engaging stories, outlined with practical steps for you to accomplish goals such as After finishing Learning to Lead , you will be well equipped to take the next step to success in your personal and professional leadership journey. Williams's book has the potential to join other leadership development classics on your shelf to be read repeatedly and consulted throughout the span of your career.

"Addresses today's economic challenges by providing powerful and practical strategies to generate new growth, otherwise known as 'demand innovation'." - dust jacket.

Each book includes a 15 gift card from DonorsChoose.org to give to a classroom in need.The American public school system is in crisis, failing millions of students, producing as many drop-outs as graduates, and threatening our economic future. By 2020, the United States will have 123 million high-skill jobs to fill -- and fewer than 50 million Americans qualified to fill them. Educators, parents, political leaders, business people, and concerned citizens are determined to save our educational system. Waiting for "Superman" offers powerful insights from some of those at the leading edge of educational innovation, including Bill and Melinda Gates, Michelle Rhee, Geoffrey Canada, and more. Waiting for "Superman" is an inspiring call for reform and includes special chapters that provide resources, ideas, and hands-on suggestions for improving the schools in your own community as well as throughout the nation. For parents, teachers, and concerned citizens alike, Waiting for "Superman" is an essential guide to the issues, challenges, and opportunities facing America's schools.

The most popular question Alvin Hall is asked is 'Where does my money go?'. In this ideal complement to his successful TV series, Alvin helps everyone get their finances in order. Helping you to understand your money psychology, Alvin beats a clear pathway through the financial maze of mortgages, insurance and pensions, provides a practical understanding of credit card debt and interest rates, and advises how to set up balance sheets for budgeting personal finances. Here is the easy-to-follow advice for a brighter, sounder financial future.

An eye-opening guide to how America feeds itself and an essential companion book to the new documentary

"Combines the clever, counterintuitive stories about everyday life and human behavior of Freakonomics with the big idea impact of Execution and Good to Great to provide a powerful way of getting a grip on the big issue facing not only business but nonprofits and cultural organizations: declining demand. A core business title as useful for CEOs and middle managers as for the pastor of a church wondering how best to build a congregation and the head of the local symphony looking to diversify and build an audience"--

The most pressing issue in business today is becoming digital, impacting both traditional enterprises and cutting-edge Internet companies. Old-economy firms must adapt to avoid falling victim to capitalism's creative destruction, while dot-com companies face the challenge of proving their long-term viability. Initial attempts to assess "How digital is your business?" have often been disconnected from actual business needs. Slywotzky and Morrison clarify that becoming digital isn't merely about having a great website or advanced software; it involves transforming strategic options through digital technologies. A digital business stands out with strategic differentiation, innovative business models that capture profits in new ways, and compelling value propositions for customers and talent. This groundbreaking work appeals to everyone in the business realm, featuring in-depth profiles of digital pioneers like Dell, Charles Schwab, Cisco, and Cemex. It also provides insights into transitioning traditional enterprises like GE and IBM into digital entities, alongside analyses of profitable companies like AOL, Yahoo!, and eBay. Ultimately, the book emphasizes digital business design and the powerful tools available for shaping a digital future for any organization.