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The Power of Wonder: The Extraordinary Emotion That Will Change the Way You Live, Learn, and Lead
This awe-inspiring book is recommended for all academic multidisciplinary collections, especially those in business, philosophy, and psychology.
A solid basic introduction to empathy-centered leadership. Will likely appeal to first-time managers and those looking to move into leadership positions.
Tidbits about business topics, such as branding, entrepreneurship, the effective use of social media, and the important concept of pricing are all included, which is great, but these messages become somewhat lost in the book’s excessive profanity.
Dunlap’s honesty serves as a powerful source of motivation to do the work, not just to secure financial autonomy but to break out of stereotypes that limit women’s potential in all aspects of their lives.
Since many public library readers are embarking on new life adventures in this COVID era, this title is recommended as a first purchase for all business collections. Academic library collections that support certified financial planner preparation can also benefit with this title.
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Still Broke: Walmart’s Remarkable Transformation and the Limits of Socially Conscious Capitalism
Interesting and evenhanded. Will appeal to a broad readership.
Cohan’s thorough research and interviews with Jack Welch and others give readers a firsthand look at the rise and fall of an American institution.
A singular perspective on space technology, with unexpected comparisons to colonialism that will make readers think twice about the future of humanity on other planets.
Containing important strategies for leaders who are making long-term efforts to dismantle their own institutional racism, this is highly recommended.
Contrarian investors will likely enjoy this title. Others may prefer a more accessible presentation.
An outstanding source of information and advice for leaders who want to build inclusive work environments. It may also prove extremely beneficial for faculty and students of business administration schools. Highly recommended.
Readers interested in business and history will appreciate the depth of Magnuson’s research and the lessons it reveals about corporations, past and present.
This solid introduction to the ideation process moves past the recent fixation on improv, which has been the model since the publication of Yes, And. The book does indeed tackle the need for idea creation in business, but it doesn’t differentiate itself enough from other works on this topic.
PREMIUM
The Brain-Friendly Workplace
A compelling read for anyone interested in understanding how brain chemistry can improve job performance and workplace satisfaction.
An absorbing, instructive look at the victories and pitfalls of a life driven by the hustle. The page space that Fabré devotes to her youth might frustrate those hoping for even more dirt on the Wall Street life, but it’ll strike a chord with readers who recognize her aspirations and yearnings.
Business readers will enjoy learning more about how their favorite companies operate on a global scale. Recommended as a first purchase for all public and academic library collections.
Business readers will admire Lowe’s acumen and the bite-sized takeaways at the end of each chapter. Media consumers will appreciate Lowe’s insider history of game-changing film companies.
Kayyem’s timely and well-organized study is recommended for nonfiction collections, particularly those where interest in business, management, government, or the environment is high.
Inspirational, intriguing and practical, Finney’s toolkit is especially good for would-be entrepreneurs, entrepreneurs who have recently started a business, and business students. Highly recommended.
A timely look at management styles during the COVID pandemic, and a thought-provoking look at leadership. Recommended especially for practitioners and for students and faculty of business schools.
Part exposé, part mystery, Enrich’s account richly illuminates Deutsche Bank’s excesses and Trump’s business practices. Readers of Andrew Sorkin’s Too Big To Fail, which unveiled vulnerabilities in the financial industry, will find Enrich’s more focused account equally compelling.
Given the few historical treatments of black women is business, this book is long overdue. It will appeal to all interested in U.S. and African American history.
PREMIUM
Michael Curtiz: A Life in Film
With thorough knowledge of film history, telling anecdotes, and interviews, the author illuminates Curtiz's colorful career while also providing insightful portraits of actors, writers, and studio heads. Highly recommended.
It is no reflection on Krefft's accomplishment that this may be more than most casual readers need to know about the man whose name lives on in 20th Century Fox. For those desiring less in-depth coverage, Merrill T. McCord's recent William Fox and the Fox Film Corporation may be a suitable alternative.
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