Business/economics/financ

Basic Economics is a citizen's guide to economics, written for those who want to understand how the economy works but have no interest in jargon or equations. Bestselling economist Thomas Sowell explains the general principles underlying different economic systems: capitalist, socialist, feudal, and so on. In readable language, he shows how to critique economic policies in terms of the incentives they create, rather than the goals they proclaim. With clear explanations of the entire field, from rent control and the rise and fall of businesses to the international balance of payments, this is the first book for anyone who wishes to understand how the economy functions.

This fifth edition includes a new chapter explaining the reasons for large differences of wealth and income between nations.

Drawing on lively examples from around the world and from centuries of history, Sowell explains basic economic principles for the general public in plain English.

Step through the quaint bell-clad door of memory lane and into the bustling aisles of a time-honored corner grocery store, where the scent of fresh produce and the warmth of genuine customer care lingered in the air. 'Corner Grocery Store Principles' is not just a book; it's a treasure chest of timeless wisdom, woven from the very fabric of family legacy and entrepreneurial spirit that powered the quintessential family-owned business.

In the pages of this inspiring journey, the author unravels the yarn of their family's corner store, artfully stitching the vibrant tapestry of customer service philosophies and the enduring 'Family Business Mindset'. Each chapter is a principle; a tried-and-tested maxim that champions the power of presence, the merit of adaptability, and the charm of personalized service, holding paramount the humane touch in a world racing towards digital impersonality.

Witness firsthand how principles like "Leaders Must Be Present and Accounted For" and "Do Whatever It Takes to Deliver the Goods" are not just pithy sayings, but cornerstone practices that transform businesses and forge indelible relationships. Embrace the profound simplicity behind statements like "Treat Your Customer Like a Fruit or Vegetable" as you learn to discern the nuanced needs of those you serve. Realize that the crux of crisis management lies in keeping "the Aisles Clear and the Doors Open", guaranteeing resilience and recovery in the face of adversity.

For entrepreneurs who aspire to cultivate a thriving business without sacrificing soul for scale, this book serves as a beacon. For leaders yearning to craft an organization where every hand is valued, every role is pivotal, and every customer feels at home, let these grounds of proven values be your guide. Embark on a transformative voyage from a cozy corner store to grand corporate avenues, as you carry forward a legacy of love, dedication, and community connection that never goes out of style.

'Corner Grocery Store Principles' is more than a book - it's your invitation to weave the warmth of yesteryear into the fabric of a future where exceptional customer care remains the star by which businesses navigate.

Imagine if by the time you died, you did everything you were told to. You worked hard, saved your money, and looked forward to financial freedom when you retired.

The only thing you wasted along the way was...your life.

Die with Zero presents a startling new and provocative philosophy as well as practical guide on how to get the most out of your money--and out of your life. It's intended for those who place lifelong memorable experiences far ahead of simply making and accumulating money for one's so-called Golden Years.

In short, Bill Perkins wants to rescue you from over-saving and under-living. Regardless of your age, Die with Zero will teach you Perkins' plan for optimizing your life, stage by stage, so you're fully engaged and enjoying what you've worked and saved for.

You'll discover how to maximize your lifetime memorable moments with "experience bucketing," how to convert your earnings into priceless memories by following your "net worth curve," and find out how to navigate whether to invest in, or delay, a meaningful adventure based on your "spend curve" and "personal interest rate."

Using his own life experiences as well as the inspiring stories and cautionary tales of others--and drawing on eye-opening insights about time, money, and happiness from psychological science and behavioral finance --Perkins makes a timely, convincing, and contrarian case for living large.

A practical, shame-free guide for navigating conversations across our differences at a time of rapid social change.

In the current period of social and political unrest, conversations about identity are becoming more frequent and more difficult. On subjects like critical race theory, gender equity in the workplace, and LGBTQ-inclusive classrooms, many of us are understandably fearful of saying the wrong thing. That fear can sometimes prevent us from speaking up at all, depriving people from marginalized groups of support and stalling progress toward a more just and inclusive society.

Kenji Yoshino and David Glasgow, founders of the Meltzer Center for Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging at NYU School of Law, are here to show potential allies that these conversations don't have to be so overwhelming. Through stories drawn from contexts as varied as social media posts, dinner party conversations, and workplace disputes, they offer seven user-friendly principles that teach skills such as how to avoid common conversational pitfalls, engage in respectful disagreement, offer authentic apologies, and better support people in our lives who experience bias.

Research-backed, accessible, and uplifting, Say the Right Thing charts a pathway out of cancel culture toward more meaningful and empathetic dialogue on issues of identity. It also gives us the practical tools to do good in our spheres of influence. Whether managing diverse teams at work, navigating issues of inclusion at college, or challenging biased comments at a family barbecue, Yoshino and Glasgow help us move from unconsciously hurting people to consciously helping them.