Autobiography: business and industry Books
The Cloister House Press MEDDLING: An OAP in Tajikistan
Book SynopsisA VSO volunteer is posted to Tajikistan to work for a local agricultural extension organisation as an economic adviser. This memoir is the story of his encounters with the people of this remote and little known Central Asian republic - his own Sentimental Journey to a place that once formed part of the Soviet Union.Table of ContentsPART I: PROLOGUE; 1 FOOTNOTES & ANNEXES; PART II: BECAUSE IT'S THERE; 2 ABDULMAJID-I; PART III: DEPARTURE; 3 DEPARTURE-I; 4 TAJIKISTAN; 5 HANGING AROUND; PART IV: THE NEEDS OF STRANGERS; 6 ABDULMAJID-II; PART V: DUSHANBE; 7 THE ASSETS OF DUSHANBE; 8 THE STATION OFFICE; 9 KIS; PART VI: MOVING ON; 10 I'M KT BOUND!; PART VII: KHATLON-I; 11YOVON-I; 12 WORK-I; 13 SWORDE-TEPPA; 14 FARHOR; 15 ABDULMAJID-III; 16 ON THE ROAD; PART VIII: KHATLON-II; 17 BEING THERE; 18 PYANJ-I; 19 WORK-II; 20 YOVON-II; PART IX: GIFTS; 21ABDULMAJID-IV; PART X: KHATLON-III; 22LOSING IT; 23TURKEYS - A SAVING GRACE?; 24PYANJ-II; PART XI: ?; 25BUT HOW IS IT TO BE DONE?; PART XII: COMING AND GOING; 26DEPARTURE-II; 27RETURN; 28RESOLUTION; 29ABDULMAJID-V; 30DEPARTURE-III; PART XIII: EPILOGUE; 31AND NOW?; ANNEXES; ANNEX I:INTERFERENCE - THE AGENCY'S MO; ANNEX II:AGRICULTURE IN TAJIKISTAN; II ACOTTON; II BLAND REFORM; II CFARM DEBT; SOURCES OF INFORMATION; Documents; Films; Websites;
£15.13
Salt Desert Media Group Ltd. (SDMG) My Silk road: The Adventures & Struggles of a
Book SynopsisA rich boy turned refugee tells the story of coming full circle to succeed in ways beyond his imagination.Born into a family that had recently fled British India during the partition of India and Pakistan, Ram's early life in Mombasa seemed charmed with wealth and success. However, losing all of this overnight through a second deportation this time from Kenya to the UK, he saw the course of his life change beyond recognition.Despite having had his dreams and plans ripped away from him, Ram worked tirelessly, fighting to overcome every obstacle, and finally succeeded in gaining back wealth and reputation. However, on reaching his late thirties, an unusual day trip in Mumbai changed his life forever, transforming him from someone enriching himself and his shareholders to someone enriching the world. And this time, the change was his choice.Aiming to encourage those who are struggling to move forward in life, Ram shares stories that demonstratethe difference made by a cando attitude, by a spirit of generosity and by prioritizing relationships. Through all these, he shares the secrets of living a life that marries deep compassion with success, a generous life that reaps unexpected rewards.
£21.25
Hawksmoor Publishing (Out)Law: From Teenage Mum to Legal Trailblazer
Book Synopsis(Out)Law is the must-read story of one woman's remarkable journey from teenage mum to legal trailblazer.
£14.24
Great Northern Books Ltd Ahead of the Curve
Book SynopsisThe inspirational story of one of the UK's most successful entrepreneurs.
£10.44
Chronos Publishing The Happipreneur
Book SynopsisBoth authors agree that no one can afford to wait for the revolution. Johnston explained: 'As business owners, Tony, myself and all our readers have to just get on with it. It is always a rollercoaster and we expect the unexpected. We hope our guide helps them to avoid the snakes and climb the ladders. Tony's story of what he has learned from his own businesses and working with many famous entrepreneurs is important for others to know. It is about how to live an enterprising and happy life. We answer the questions 'How to become a Happipreneur?' and 'Why #MicroBizMatters?'. We call out the fakes and the scammers and provide a blueprint for the Establishment on why and how they can level the playing field." An insight into the life of a man who has dedicated the last 30 years to improving the way MicroBiz owners are treated but is also a no-nonsense guide to avoiding the pitfalls small business owners face.Trade ReviewIf you want to know how to start a business, be happy, and still sleep at night, read this book knowing that you don't have to compromise what you stand for. Take your time and read through every page, digest every word, and move forward positively; Elsa Caleb; The Happipreneur is packed throughout with useful material and I would recommend it to anyone running a business or thinking of starting one; Robert Zarywacz
£13.49
Black Spring Press Accidental Lives
Book SynopsisSylvia Holder is the founder trustee of the Venkat Trust, the education charity she set up in memory of Venkat, a son she met when on an Indian beach. She is a previous winner of The Times Sternberg Active Life Award and was awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) in the 2019 New Year's Honours. She lives in Hove and travels frequently to the Trust's operation in Kovalam, South India.
£15.29
Right Book Press In Your Own Words
Book SynopsisAre you curious to explore the transformative potential of your life's stories and harness the captivating power of storytelling?Whether you're a leader, speaker, blogger or author, storytelling is a vital business skill that forges a memorable connection with your audience and cultivates trust, loyalty and integrity.Crafting a personal story with a purposeful message can seem challenging. You may feel your stories aren't worth telling, feel trapped in an outdated narrative or uncertain about which words will make an impact.Join Beverley Glick, a seasoned wordsmith, coach and former national newspaper journalist, on a life-enhancing journey. She introduces you to a unique method that will help you navigate your life stages and create a personal life dictionary', providing profound insights into your identity, motivations and passions.As you journey through the book, reflecting on Beverley's own story, you''ll discover:A deep-d
£15.29
Right Book Press The Firkin Saga
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£17.09
Right Book Press The Firkin Saga
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£21.24
Whitefox Publishing Ltd Blue Blood: Cazenove in the Age of Global Banking
Book SynopsisFounded in 1823, Cazenove & Co. was the most prestigious stockbroking firm in the City of London, celebrated for its fabled placing power and for its unrivalled network of client relationships. Fiercely independent, the firm had always maintained a low profile, shunning the press and refusing to disclose details of its own affairs or those of its clients. When Big Bang revolutionised the City in 1986, Cazenove was the only one of the major stockbroking partnerships to stand apart from the merger frenzy which followed, rejecting the conventional wisdom of the day and resolutely following its own path. So the City was stunned when, in November 2000, Cazenove announced that it would abandon its partnership structure, raise external capital and list its shares on the London Stock Exchange. Robert Pickering led the firm, as Chief Executive, throughout this period, working closely with City legend David Mayhew, as the pair sought to define Cazenove’s future in an industry which was becoming increasingly dominated by huge international banks. Blue Blood is a first-hand account by a senior City insider of what it feels like to manage an investment bank through a period of tumultuous change and of the cultural differences between a private British firm and a hard-charging American bank. Full of insights and wisdom, Blue Blood is not only a compelling story about a City icon but also contains numerous anecdotes about the well-known City and Wall Street figures who the author met during the course of his long City career.Trade Review‘Blue Blood encapsulates the City’s evolution in modern times.’ * The Spectator *‘Blue Blood is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the City’s recent history – particularly its thriving heyday in the 1980s and 1990s…an enlightening insight on how the City of London was transformed.’ * Financial Times *‘Highly readable’ * Bloomberg *‘Fascinating’ * The Economist *‘Pickering has written a surprisingly calm and measured book, capturing many intriguing details for the first time, as well as cantering through the history of investment banking in the UK at a critical period.’ * Euromoney *
£12.34
LID Publishing The Magical Decade
Book SynopsisFor a special decade, from 1965 (when the author was 15 years old) to ten years later in 1975, David Chudwin was at the centre of many events which have shaped American life, culture and history. Like the fictional character Forrest Gump, he happened to be in the right place and time to experience first-hand great events and changes that have had a profound impact on society. From attending the Beatles concert in Chicago in 1965 to being tear-gassed during Vietnam War protests; from reporting on site the first Moon launch in 1969 to experiencing revolutionary changes in technology thereafter; from growing up in segregated Chicago to observing liberation movements for women, African-Americans and gay Americansthese were the times the author attended high school, college and medical school in 1965-75. In this book, he synthesizes by topic his memories of the time with brief histories of the events and their backgrounds, making this a unique personal memoir of a life-changing decade for m
£11.04
The Conrad Press Vaporisings of a Locoman
Book SynopsisA memoir
£10.44
Douglas & McIntyre Publishing Group The Tower of Babble Sins Secrets and Successes
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£22.79
Bookstorm Black like you: An autobiography
Book SynopsisHerman Mashaba rose from humble beginnings to become one of South Africa's wealthiest and best-known entrepreneurs, and the Executive Mayor of Johannesburg - Africa's largest and most important city. This is his story.His remarkable story begins in a small village in Gauteng, South Africa, where we meet the cocky youngster who refused to settle for a future that offered nothing. Forced to drop out of university, the determined young man fought to establish the first black-owned haircare company in South Africa. Mashaba struggled every day of his life – against the system of Apartheid, with its demeaning laws, and against his competitors to grab market share for his business. In the process, Mashaba learnt lessons that few business schools teach today.This is a story of survival, and of determination in adversity. It is also a love story between Herman and Connie, his wife of 35 years, who embarked on this journey together. Mashaba shows the importance of having a vision, daring to dream it, and then making it happen. This inspiring book will leave you with the question: "If he did it, why can't I?Trade Review"A better role model, truer patriot and son of the soil I can hardly imagine" - Justice Dikgang Moseneke. "An extraordinary rags-to-riches tale that straddles the apartheid era and post-democratic South Africa, embracing all the elements of a good story - suspense, romance, fun and victory over sometimes crippling adversity." - The Star
£17.21
Write Stuff Syndicate Legend of ConWay
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£35.96
Lawrence Wosskow Little Chef The Heart of The Deal
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£13.85
BenBella Books Risk Game: Self Portrait of an Entrepreneur
Book SynopsisPrior to the real-estate boom of the 1980s, Francis J. Greenburger risked it all to buy three older loft buildings at 50 West Street near the current 9/11 Memorial. He ultimately dreamed of one day erecting a magnificent skyscraper in their place. But disaster struck in 2008, just as his plans were coming together, and development came to a screeching halt. The global financial crisis had made the land practically worthless and it would be years before he could get back on track, but he refused to give up on his dream.Today, 50 West is a striking 780-foot skyscraper with curved glass windows that has become an iconic feature on the city skylinebut it took much more than a financial investment to get there. It required Greenburger to do what he does besttake huge risks at every turn.During his parallel careers, Francis J. Greenburger has made publishing and real-estate history. Whether risking the reputation of his agency for the super -star authors of tomorrow, such as James Patterson to Dan Brown, or pioneering the New York co-op market by taking "hopeless" properties and turning them into prized homes, he has successfully navigated the worlds of business, politics, and social change to become the quintessential American entrepreneur.A math and business prodigy who started working for his father at the age of 12. After a stopand-start academic career, he voluntarily left one of the most elite and academically distinguished New York City high schools and started his adult life at 15. Greenburger has made it his life's work to find value where others never thought to look, and his keen instincts and innovative strategies have taken him from a high-school "dropout" to a well-educated self-made billionaire.Francis has mastered the "risk game." Now, with Rebecca Paley's gripping prose, he takes us behind the scenes in Risk Game and reveals firsthand how he has become a self-made force in the competitive world of New York real estateand a champion for nonprofit organizations in the fields of art, education, and, most recently, social and criminal justice.Trade Review"I have enormous respect for Francis's willingness to stand alone, confident in his assessments and keen to withstand the pressures of consensus-driven inclinations. His autobiography inspires us to do the same." Bob Wilmers, chairman of the board and chief executive officer, M&T Bank "Francis is one of the most decisive people I know. He made a commitment to invest in our first venture capital fund in a five minute cab we shared to work one morning." Fred Wilson, cofounder, Union Square Ventures, venture capitalist and blogger "Francis Greenburger's story is an inspiration to all. Anyone who cares about social justice and is motivated to turn words into action should look at the example Francis has set through his commitment to changing the world for the better. Everyone can learn something from Francis's experience and I am glad to call him a friend." Congressman Jerry Nadler "Watching the development of Art Omi must be like watching Francis develop a real estate project. Great independent vision, attention to detail and love of all forms of discovery. It just works." Alan Fishman, chairman, Ladder Capital and Brooklyn Academy of Music "For Francis, buildings are not just real estate; through his diligence and determination, they are a chance to accomplish something truly important." Helmut Jahn, architect, 50 West Street "Francis Greenburger is truly a 21st century renaissance mana highly successful real estate entrepreneur and developer, a literary agent and scout, an art patron and supporter, and an advocate for social and criminal justice, especially with respect to the rights of the incarcerated mentally ill. Greenburger's life storyand his life's passionsare at once fascinating and highly motivational." Mitchel Wallerstein, president, Baruch College "Francis Greenburger is deeply committed to civic engagement, but his passion for advancing badly needed reforms of America's broken criminal justice system sets him apart. The work he has so passionately dedicated to this cause has helped move change forward in innumerable ways." Senator Cory Booker "Francis is an almost instinctual developer of new things: he develops buildings, cultural institutions, and vehicles for progressive social change . . . with eleganceand all without ever wasting a single wordwhich makes his opinions and guidance on arts ventures such as Art Omi and MASS MoCA exceedingly valuable." Joseph Thompson, director, MASS MoCA "Francis Greenburger is a good friend, an innovative thinker and a great partner. I don't admire him; I envy him." Charles Benenson, real estate developer and investor and Time Equities Inc. Strategic Partner, The Benenson Capital Company "I and my family have been investors with Francis since the mid-1970s and our investments with him are the bedrock of our investment portfolio. The returns from our investments with him have supported three generations of my family through thick and thin. He is a person of exceptional integrity and insight." Debra Chwast, investor "With the guidance of Francis Greenburger and his team, we have created eight cutting-edge residential condominium towers and a luxury hotel in the King West area of Toronto. I am proud to be a strategic partner with TEI and I look forward to years of investing and building together. Francis is thoughtful, decisive, and fearless." Peter Freed, Time Equities Inc. Strategic Partner, Freed Developments
£16.67
Waterside Publishing My Life at Apple: And the Steve I Knew
Book SynopsisIn 1978, John Couch was working as a software engineer at Hewlett-Packard when a young, ambitious entrepreneur named Steve Jobs unexpectedly showed up on his doorstep. It was Steve’s second time trying to persuade John to join him at his promising startup, Apple Computer, where he needed help building a “revolutionary computer.” John was one of UC Berkeley’s first fifty computer science graduates and a leader at HP, working under the tutelage of its iconic founder, Bill Hewlett, so Steve knew he was one of the few people in the world capable of achieving such a task. He was thrilled when John agreed to help, becoming Apple’s 54th employee and, ultimately, its first VP of Software and first VP of Education. Over time, John and Steve’s business relationship would grow into an unbreakable, decades-long friendship.Trade Review“John is one of the most interesting, intelligent, and passionate people I’ve ever met. Both Steve and I viewed him as an essential part of what made Apple the most innovative company in the world, even as he remained one of our best-kept secrets. But now the secret is out. For the first time ever, John is sharing his story publicly, giving the rest of the world an opportunity to appreciate his relationship with Steve and with myself. I promise that when you’ve finished reading this book, you’ll see why John Couch didn’t just work for visionaries, he was one.” -Steve Wozniak
£17.95
Scribner Book Company It's How We Play the Game: Build a Business. Take
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£14.40
Free Press One Last Great Thing: A Story of a Father and a
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£12.80
Simon & Schuster Invention: A Life of Learning Through Failure
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£16.14
Simon & Schuster Glossy
Book SynopsisINSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Financial Times Best Book of the Year The “compulsively readable narrative of beauty, business, privilege, and mogul-dom” (The New York Times) that reveals—for the first time—exactly wat happened at Glossier, one of America’s hottest and most consequential startups, and dives deep into the enigmatic, visionary woman responsible for it all.Called “one of the most disruptive brands in beauty” by Forbes, Glossier revolutionized the beauty industry with its sophisticated branding and unique approach to influencer marketing, almost instantly making the company a juggernaut with rabid fans. It also taught a generation of business leaders how to talk to Millennial and Gen Z customers and build a cult following online. At the center of the story lies Emily Weiss, the elusive former Teen Vogue “superintern
£14.10
Penguin Adult A Practical Way to Get Rich . . . and Die Trying
Book SynopsisA young tech entrepreneur's memoir of building his hugely successful company and price he paid for it.
£21.24
Page Two Books, Inc. How to Be Successful in Spite of Yourself
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£13.56
Upstart Press Ltd Knock Knock: Confessions of a Kiwi Interviewer
Book SynopsisExtraordinary stories from a lifetime spent conducting interviews. This is the world of the dreaded door-knock from the other side of the door. Trish Palmer has been working as an interviewer and area manager for market research companies for over 20 years, invited into the homes and private lives of an astonishing array of folk from every lifestyle imaginable. Her experiences on the job entail everything from bare bottoms to angry cats, the desperately struggling to the well-off, and everyone in between. There is comedy and sadness, surprises and the downright odd, from witches to boat-builders, dope growers and more. Poignant, hilarious, and always thought-provoking, this is a highly entertaining read.
£16.19
Melinda Ferguson Books Upstart
Book SynopsisAlexandria Procter became SA's youngest startup tech wunderkind by coming up with the idea for DigsConnect, a website that would address the SA tumultuous student housing crisis.
£13.49
Editions Flammarion Kering Of Granite and Dreams
Book SynopsisThe inspiring history of Kering—the luxury group that includes Gucci, Balenciaga, and Saint Laurent—its visionary founder François Pinault, and his talented son François-Henri Pinault, current chairman and CEO.This richly illustrated volume traces the history of the Kering group, from its beginnings as a timber trading firm founded by François Pinault in 1962 to the global luxury group it has become today. With exceptional intuition regarding pivotal economic and societal evolutions—from sustainability to gender equality—the group has, since its creation, consistently demonstrated that audacity and imagination are the driving forces behind its development.Contributions from renowned personalities with close ties to Kering in fashion, business, entertainment, activism, the arts, and journalism—including Jean-Jacques Aillagon, Carlo Capasa, Jean-Miche Darrois, Mercedes Erra, Jane Fonda, Franz-Olivier Giesbert, Beth
£45.00
Editions Flammarion Kering Of Granite and Dreams Italian edition
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£45.00
novum publishing gmbh Overcoming Business Journeys: A collection of
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£20.80
Orient Paperbacks Joker in the Pack: An Irreverent View of Life at
Book SynopsisA story of chasing the Indian middle class dream through cricket, TV, and IIMs, navigating life's challenges with humor and truth. A tale of success, failures, and the pursuit of excellence. Evokes nostalgia and sparks debate. A must-read for aspiring and alumni alike.
£8.49
Giorgio Nada Editore Cavallino Nel Cuore: Autobiography of a Designer
Book SynopsisFor the first time, one of the major names in Italian car design tells his story from the beginning; from when he made his first sketches on paper, unbeknown to his parents and not only of cars, to reaching a point at which his name became synonymous with some of the best known and most important cars on the international front. In his 23-year career at Pininfarina, Leonardo Fioravanti, who was first a designer and architect, then managing director and director general of 'Studi & Ricerche' department, created some of the most beautiful Ferraris of all time; they ranged from the 1965 250 LM sports coupe Speciale to the immortal 1968 Daytona through to the 1975 308 GTB and GTS and the 1984 288 GTO, as well as the P5 and P6 of 1968. While continuing his Ferrari essay during his Pininfarina career, Fioravanti also guided the creation of numerous other projects, among them the Dino road car, the 1980 Pinin four-door prototype and went on to the 1984 Testarossa and the 1987 F40. He worked for the Fiat Group from 1988 until 1991, during which time he took on the roles of deputy director general of Ferrari, later became responsible for advanced design CRF and then head of the Fiat Styling Centre. In 1987, he founded Fioravanti srl, an architectural studio, and in 1991 he extended his services to industry, in particular the design of means of transport. Images of an epoch, designs from his own personal archive never previously seen and, above all, a passionate first person account. Those are the key elements of this outstanding book which, through the creations of Leonardo Fioravanti, covers over 50 years of the history of automobile style and culture.
£44.10
HarperCollins India The Ambuja Story: How a Group of Ordinary Men
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£20.42
HarperCollins India Gujarmal Modi: The Resolute Industrialist
Book SynopsisSonu Bhasin is one of the early and senior women professionals in the industry. She led various businesses in senior leadership positions during her corporate career, including being part of the TAS (Tata Administrative Service), Director at ING Barings, President, Axis Bank, Group President, Yes Bank and COO, Tata Capital Limited. She is an independent director on boards of well-known and reputed domestic and multinational companies. As part of her work now Sonu focuses on family businesses. She is the founder of FAB - Families And Business. Sonu is a family business historian and is the editor-in-chief of the magazine Families & Business. She is a business author with two bestselling books published since 2017. She has been named one of the Global 100 Most Influential Individuals for family enterprises in 2020. Sonu has B.Sc (Hons) degree in mathematics from St. Stephen''s College, Delhi University, and an MBA from the Faculty of Management Studies, Delhi University.
£13.59
HarperCollins India The Nation's Homeopath: How Dr Batra's Became the
Book SynopsisDr Batra's life has been eventful. For decades, he has treated celebrities, including presidents, prime ministers, actors, sportsmen, artists, among others, as well as the common man without discrimination.
£13.99
HarperCollins India The Maverick Effect
Book SynopsisThe customs officer told me that I needed to leave samples of what I was exporting with him. I was forced to leave the floppy disk of the software with him. The diligent officer immediately planted a stapler pin through the floppy disk and attached it to the form, thereby destroying the media and rendering it unreadable. For the longest time, everybody''s understanding of software differed immensely. This confusion continued into the 1980s, and it was getting challenging to grow the business. The more I met young software entrepreneurs, the more I realized that my frustration was not unique. Something had to be done.''
£16.62
Rupa Publications India Pvt Ltd. FAIZ: FROM PASSIONATE LOVE TO A COSMIC VISION
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£20.24
HarperCollins India Forging Mettle: Nrupender Rao and the Pennar
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£28.49
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd It's Not Me: 40 Years As Director Of The
Book SynopsisThis book chronicles the story of how the hand of God has guided me through my professional and family life for more than half a century, such that the past 40 years of being the Director of the Association of Banks in Singapore (ABS) Secretariat have turned out far better than I could have imagined. The incidents I had encountered and have been able to overcome, as shared in this book, were by God's grace, which has transformed me over the years and manifested in my management of the ABS Secretariat.Many have expressed interest in the ABS story — what drives its morals, values and success under its first and only Director. This book seeks to provide the answer, alongside my expression of gratitude to God for working me from the inside out in managing the Secretariat and ABS' stakeholders.
£52.25
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd It's Not Me: 40 Years As Director Of The
Book SynopsisThis book chronicles the story of how the hand of God has guided me through my professional and family life for more than half a century, such that the past 40 years of being the Director of the Association of Banks in Singapore (ABS) Secretariat have turned out far better than I could have imagined. The incidents I had encountered and have been able to overcome, as shared in this book, were by God's grace, which has transformed me over the years and manifested in my management of the ABS Secretariat.Many have expressed interest in the ABS story — what drives its morals, values and success under its first and only Director. This book seeks to provide the answer, alongside my expression of gratitude to God for working me from the inside out in managing the Secretariat and ABS' stakeholders.
£23.75
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Strictly Business: The Kwek Leng Beng Story
Book SynopsisKwek Leng Beng may be one of Singapore's most successful businessmen, but he is also among the country's most enigmatic. While his companies and brands are blue-chip counters and household names, the man behind one of Asia's largest conglomerates has steadfastly remained reticent and at times mysterious.As his business empire extends into five continents and includes some of the most prestigious hotels in the world, the man often avoids the limelight. Few can recall that he once had the measure of Donald Trump in New York, was welcomed by Boris Johnson in London, and went into a venture with Prince Alwaleed of Saudi Arabia. Even at home in Singapore, many have only a faint inkling that he has had a hand in the iconic architectures that dot the Marina Bay skyline, from The Sail to The South Beach, and also Marina Bay Sands.For the first time, the legendary dealmaker opens up on his six decades of breakthroughs in sectors ranging from real estate to hospitality, from finance to manufacturing. Strictly Business tells the story of a maverick tycoon whose outfits Hong Leong and City Developments have consistently overcome crises and recessions with aplomb.This authorised biography shares the secrets of his success and the lessons he learnt through setbacks and challenges. Kwek reveals his difficult relationship with his father and his plans for succession to the next generation in a family business which has been among the most resilient in Southeast Asia.In the hands of bestselling author and journalist Peh Shing Huei, this first biography of Kwek reveals the negotiations behind the biggest corporate deals in real estate and hospitality, and the little-known details of the straight-talking business leader in boardrooms. Strictly Business offers rare access and insights into one of Singapore and Asia's most influential success stories.
£61.75
World Scientific Publishing Company Lee Kong Chian Educationalist Entrepreneur
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£61.75
World Scientific Publishing Company Lee Kong Chian Educationalist Entrepreneur
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£33.25
Blacksmith Books Great Leaps: Finding home in a changing China
Book SynopsisColin Flahive explores Chinas rural-urban migration against the backdrop of his own transition from Colorado to southwest China. There, in Yunnan province, he partnered with three friends to open a café that became much more than simply an outpost of Western cuisine in a far-flung corner of the world. Over the course of a decade, Salvadors Coffee House became home to over 50 young women from mountain villages in the surrounding countryside. Most knew nothing about coffee or Western food, but they moved to the city to work at Salvadors and earn their independence. Great Leaps follows the challenges faced by Colin, his partners and his employees as they leave their old lives behind to make a new home in a foreign land. They encounter unlikely successes, endure heartbreaks and nearly lose everything. But by taking the leap together, they all find their own places in the modern Chinese dream.
£11.69
Blacksmith Books Business Republic of China: Tales from the Front
Book SynopsisJack Leblanc arrived in China in 1989 intending to teach Physics for just two years. He was to spend the next two decades on a very different learning curve as he became involved in a series of business ventures in almost every part of the Middle Kingdom. From farmyard to factory, boardroom to banquet, Leblanc witnessed (and occasionally assisted) the transformation of China from a socialist economy into the world''s greatest experiment in capitalism. Over time it dawned upon him that the key to success is to manage the differences in Chinese and Western business behaviour. To do well in China you must carefully adapt your strategies -- or face ruin faster than you can learn how to use chopsticks.
£9.49
Armida Publications Ltd Kyrenia's Legend: The life and times of Costas
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£16.20
Advantage Media Group, Inc. Cake on Tuesday
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£12.59
Advantage Media Group, Inc. Cake on Tuesday
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£19.79
