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"For generations, the Bradford family has worn the mantle of kings of the bourbon capital of the world. Their sustained wealth has afforded them prestige and privilege--as well as a hard-won division of class on their sprawling estate, Easterly. Upstairs, a dynasty that by all appearances plays by the rules of good fortune and good taste. Downstairs, the staff who work tirelessly to maintain the impeccable Bradford facade. And never the twain shall...
84) Newsweek
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Newsweek magazine has a long-standing tradition of providing readers with the most updated information on the most pressing issues affecting our nation and world today. Newsweek is able to fill the gaps when a story has passed and is able to come up with insight or synthesis that connects the cracking, confusing digitals dots in today's fast paced news cycle.
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"Amidst the deluge of advice for businesspeople, there lies an overlooked tool, a key to thriving in today's fast-paced, unpredictable environment: improvisation. In Getting to "Yes And" veteran improv performer, university professor, CEO, and consultant Bob Kulhan unpacks a form of mental agility with powers far beyond the entertainment value of comedy troupes. Drawing on principles from cognitive and social psychology, behavioral economics, and...
86) Neuromancer
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Henry Dorsett Case was the sharpest data-thief in the Matrix, until an ex-employer crippled his nervous system. Now a new employer has recruited him for a last-chance run against an unthinkably powerful artificial intelligence. With a mirror-eyed girl street-samurai riding shotgun, he's ready for the silicon-quick, bleakly prophetic adventure that upped the ante on an entire genre of fiction
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"The White Shirt is the story of how a young man named Cyrus discovers and applies a few timeless principles to find his place in the world. In the process, he designs a simple plan that anyone can use to move into an ideal career at any stage in life. Executive consultant and career coach Michael Tate's imaginative illustration of career discovery details the processes and principles that will work as well for you as they did for Cyrus and his friends....
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Business News Daily sees a new segment emerging in this field. The new trend is tablet repair. They rank this in their top home-based ideas for 2012. Also worth noting is that "Computer Maintenance" topped their list of new home-based jobs on the rise and this covers anti-virus software installation and desktop cleanups. A very large segment of business that will be covered in this book on how to start a home-based computer repair business and will...
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Event planning continues to be a thriving business area for the motivated entrepreneur. Jill S. Moran is a certified special event professional with twenty-five years of experience in the field and the owner of an award-winning event-planning company. This edition of her popular book includes updated ideas about creating business plans, balancing home and work, building a client base, and a more in-depth discussion on the role of social media in your...
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Gale, Cengage Learning
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[2017]
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Provides information about the inception, emergence and current status of new and established industries and business segments that are pioneering new technologies, introducing break-through marketing strategies or implementing innovative means of serving new markets. Consists of detailed profiles newer industries, such as biometrics, risk management services, satellites, specialty tourism, and others.
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Chip Gaines is well known as a TV star (HGTV's Fixer Upper), renovation expert, husband to Joanna, and father of 4 in Waco, Texas. But long before the world took notice, Chip was a serial entrepreneur who was always ready for the next challenge, even if it didn't quite work out as planned. Whether it was buying a neighborhood laundromat or talking a bank into a loan for some equipment to start a lawn-mowing service, Chip always knew that the most...
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"The aunties are back, fiercer than ever and ready to handle any catastrophe--even the mafia--in this delightful and hilarious sequel by Jesse Q. Sutanto, author of Dial A for Aunties. Meddy Chan has been to countless weddings, but she never imagined how her own would turn out. Now the day has arrived, and she can't wait to marry her college sweetheart, Nathan. Instead of having Ma and the aunts cater to her wedding, Meddy wants them to enjoy the...
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"An inspirational guide that helps professionals spark creativity day in and day out. Avoid burnout and inspire your creativity with this daily reader that pushes you to feel energized and ready for innovation! The Daily Creative is a daily reader for professionals no matter their creativity level. Each reading is designed to improve focus and achieve their goals. Every reading centers around a specific theme, takes under 5 minutes to complete, includes...
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Have you ever dreamed of owning your own business? Being an entrepreneur is not just for adults! This book is full of ideas for turning anything you enjoy doing in your spare time into a lifestyle business. Readers will explore key business concepts including researching the market, pricing for profit, creating a brand, and target marketing
95) Out of nowhere
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Brought together by a mass shooting at a Texas county fair, children's book author and single mother Elle Portman and high-rolling corporate consultant Calder Hudson, both fueled by revenge, search for a killer while wondering if the attraction growing between them is too painful and complicated to sustain
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"The inspirational story of Compass CEO Robert Reffkin--born Black and raised Jewish--and the vital lessons he learned to help him overcome life's daunting obstacles"--
No one expected Reffkin to grow up to become one of the youngest-ever White House fellows, create multiple nonprofits, and found a multibillion-dollar company. Raised by an Israeli immigrant single mother, disowned by his maternal grandparents for being Black, and abandoned by his...
97) Hershey
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Kaleidocope Publishing
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2020
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IL: MG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
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What a sweet treat! This title is packed with the history of The Hersey Company through narrative nonfiction, informative sidebars, Fun Facts, and more.
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Do you enjoy turning unwanted things into something useful or beautiful? Have you ever dreamed of owning your own business? Then perhaps an upcycling business is right for you! This book is full of ideas for planning an upcycling business--from selling at a local fair to an online blog or vlog. Readers will explore key business concepts including researching the market, product design, USPs, online selling, and patents
100) The fourth stall
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Fourth stall volume 1
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IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 11
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Sixth-graders Mac and Vince operate a business charging schoolmates for protection from bullies and for help to negotiate conflicts peacefully, with amazing challenges and results
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