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.Groundswell: Winning in a World Transformed by Social Technologies
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by: Charlene Li, Josh Bernoff

April 21, 2008
I couldn't put this book down. They break down the significance of social media in today's business world, as well as how to implement a realistic and productive strategy for using it to an advantage. Great read, and a great resource for people who want to keep up with the current state of the ever-changing world of business online.

I just hope it doesn't become outdated too soon...
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.Nudge: Improving Decisions About Health, Wealth, and Happiness
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by: Richard H. Thaler, Cass R. Sunstein

April 08, 2008
What I expected were interesting perspectives on a series of examples that would illustrate various aspects of their thesis. The examples would start off with promise, but the authors nattered on until it was just too irritating. I would then jump to the next example - either immediately or when I next picked up the book - but each one failed in the same way.

I still can't explain how such interesting topics were rendered so trite.

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.The Partnership: The Making of Goldman Sachs
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by: Charles D. Ellis

October 07, 2008
What I expected were interesting perspectives on a series of examples that would illustrate various aspects of their thesis. The examples would start off with promise, but the authors nattered on until it was just too irritating. I would then jump to the next example - either immediately or when I next picked up the book - but each one failed in the same way.

I still can't explain how such interesting topics were rendered so trite.

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.The Goal: A Process of Ongoing Improvement
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by: Eliyahu M. Goldratt, Jeff Cox

2004-07
Though geared to an industrial environment, this book teaches how to think when in need to improve processes. Makes great introductory reading for business process management professionals.
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.Stop the 401(k) Rip-off!: Eliminate Costly Hidden Fees to Improve Your Life
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by: David B. Loeper

October 15, 2007
Crazyman's Economics

In researching "Crazyman's Economics", I discovered the "dirty secret" of Wall Street that they rely on the fees and hidden costs as Loeper so thoroughly describes in "Stop the 401(k) Rip-off!." To Wall Street's brokerage houses, it doesn't matter if your 401(k) makes money or loses money, the fact is that as long as you have your money circulating, Wall St. makes money.

Loeper is correct that you need to take a greater look at your 401(k). Where I disagree with his book is that no matter how much you work to take the fees out, the problem is that the entire system is a giant con game. I would recommend that people take money out of their 401(k) and then they won't have to worry about hidden fees.

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.The SPEED of Trust: The One Thing That Changes Everything
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by: Stephen M.R. Covey

February 05, 2008
After I read this book, I gave it to the head of our department. He wants to meet to discuss using it in our department. Sorry I don't have time to write more.
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.The 48 Laws of Power
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by: Robert Greene

September 05, 2000
Everyone can see through a snake, if not now then eventually. You can fool some people for a short time, but never for long- and the cost is that you need to always be acting and presenting such a lie to the world that it isn't worth it. Think about the people who you know that are using these principles.. dont you see how you would honestly rather see them fall down an elevator shaft than be successful? Well- everyone will eventually feel that way about YOU if you read this book and apply it. Perhaps that should be its title- "Ruin everyones trust in you, and make people want you to fall down an elevator shaft". Confucius calls moral power "te" and says that it can only be gained by virtuous action. It is the only real power and it can only be based in what is ... Read More:
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.Jim Cramer's Real Money: Sane Investing in an Insane World
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by: James J. Cramer

March 29, 2005
Having read several investment books, this book is a much needed shot in the arm in that it opens the doors to the type of independent thinking that the mutual fund industry doesn't want individual investors to engage in. Cramer's book encourages readers to move beyond what may be an effective but somewhat restrictive investment philosophy, and utilize several strategic approaches to building wealth in stocks. I never could have guessed that Cramer could do so much to help me see investing in a different light and ultimately help me understand investing much better.
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. Biology of Belief: Unleashing the Power of Consciousness, Matter, & Miracles
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by: Bruce H. Lipton

September 15, 2008
This book is one of my most precious and cherished books. I believe that this wonderful man has written the clearest and most inspiring book explaining what creative genious' we all are. I loved his research, his ability to inspire, his remarkable ability to communicate and his enthusiasm which leapt off each page. We are far more powerful than we ever realized and we have the absolute ability to change our lives by merely changing our thoughts and emotions. Of course once you've read the book you are left with the question...how do I change my subconscious beliefs? He likes the method of PsyK - there are numerous methods, but no magic bullet or technique. In my opinion no one method fits all. I think that once you realize that you can change your beliefs you will discover ... Read More:
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.Blue Ocean Strategy: How to Create Uncontested Market Space and Make Competition Irrelevant
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by: W. Chan Kim, Renée Mauborgne

February 03, 2005
This book helps focus the reader on looking at their business, competition and offerings in different and exciting ways. If you are considering a new business venture or product offering, you really should read this book.
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