The Big Idea Book

Author : David Owen
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2005-01-14
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781841126142

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The Big Idea Book by David Owen Pdf

Ideas are like buses, you wait forever and then 500 come along atonce. The Big Idea Book is 500 novel, ingenious anddownright crazy ideas designed to inspire, amuse and divert.Developed by the team behind the innovative website, Idea-a-Day atwww.idea-a-day.com, itcovers everything from business to travel, politics to money andeverything in between. Idea-a-Day has a vast network of followers and contributors -some famous, some infamous, some revered, some reviled – whopost ideas to be read, enjoyed, used or abused. Seth Godin, MalcolmMaclaren and Wayne Hemmingway are just a few of its fans. In TheBig Idea Book all this creative energy is mixed together withunpublished ideas, quotes, cartoons, illustrations andthought-pieces to give creatives and cool office types a visual andintellectual treat guaranteed to kickstart the imagination andcreative flair!

Author : Robert Jones
Publisher : Profile Books
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2011-05-26
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781847656940

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The Big Idea by Robert Jones Pdf

Today's marketplace is a war of ideas. Unless you stand for something you won't stand out. Nowadays anyone can copy your product, or even your business model. What they can't copy is your worldview, your attitude, your special way of doing things. So the war in the marketplace will be a war of ideas. The Big Idea maps this new territory and shows how big ideas make great companies. Unlike business models or the catchphrases of management gurus, a big idea is emotional. And unlike corporate ideologies, vision or brand, it is shared between customers and employees alike. Companies who have distinguished themselves with a big idea include: Virgin (not British Airways) John Lewis (not Debenhams) Apple (not IBM) Ikea (not MFI) Orange (not Cellnet) Customers don't just buy from these companies, they buy into them - they choose them not through economic logic, but emotional logic. As products and services become more and more similar, emotional logic will become the single most important business driver. The benefits of appealing to it can already be seen: Orange has a much lower turnover of customers than Cellnet and Ikea operates in over 23 countries while MFI only does business in Britain. A big idea isn't just a cute thing to have: it's the spark that makes places thrive while others just exist.

Author : Daniel Smith
Publisher : Michael O'Mara Books
Page : 417 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2017-09-21
Category : History
ISBN : 9781782438304

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The Little Book of Big Ideas by Daniel Smith Pdf

An exploration of some of the most important and enduring ideas in human history - from religion, science, philosophy, medicine, psychology, politics, economics and art - each presented in brief, accessible form. 'Big' ideas are those concepts and theories that have radically transformed our understanding of the world we live in, our place in that world and the ways we have shaped the past and will shape the future. They are the ideas that have had a huge impact on human civilization - and they come from all disciplines of human ingenuity. Topics covered range widely and include Creation Mythology, Existentialism, The Elements, Relativity, Space Travel, Geometry, Ethics, Behaviourism, Genetics, Warfare, The Nation State, Anarchism, Capitalism, Classical Art and Architecture, The Renaissance - and much more. This concise, accessible and multi-faceted book provides an essential introduction to 150 of the most important principles of Western thought.

Author : The School of Life
Publisher : School of Life
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2019-09-03
Category : Philosophers
ISBN : 1999747143

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Big Ideas for Curious Minds by The School of Life Pdf

Introduces twenty-five of history's leading figures in philosophy, including Buddha, Aristotle, René Descartes, and Friedrich Nietzsche, and how their philosophical ideas continue to matter in today's world.

Author : Daniel H. Pink
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2018-01-09
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780735210646

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When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing by Daniel H. Pink Pdf

The instant New York Times Bestseller #1 Wall Street Journal Business Bestseller Instant Washington Post Bestseller "Brims with a surprising amount of insight and practical advice." --The Wall Street Journal Daniel H. Pink, the #1 bestselling author of Drive and To Sell Is Human, unlocks the scientific secrets to good timing to help you flourish at work, at school, and at home. Everyone knows that timing is everything. But we don't know much about timing itself. Our lives are a never-ending stream of "when" decisions: when to start a business, schedule a class, get serious about a person. Yet we make those decisions based on intuition and guesswork. Timing, it's often assumed, is an art. In When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing, Pink shows that timing is really a science. Drawing on a rich trove of research from psychology, biology, and economics, Pink reveals how best to live, work, and succeed. How can we use the hidden patterns of the day to build the ideal schedule? Why do certain breaks dramatically improve student test scores? How can we turn a stumbling beginning into a fresh start? Why should we avoid going to the hospital in the afternoon? Why is singing in time with other people as good for you as exercise? And what is the ideal time to quit a job, switch careers, or get married? In When, Pink distills cutting-edge research and data on timing and synthesizes them into a fascinating, readable narrative packed with irresistible stories and practical takeaways that give readers compelling insights into how we can live richer, more engaged lives.

Author : Yoon Ha Lee
Publisher : Rebellion Publishing Ltd
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2019-06-25
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781786181930

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Hexarchate Stories by Yoon Ha Lee Pdf

NEW YORK TIMES BEST-SELLING AUTHOR – WINNER OF THE 2016 LOCUS AWARD – NOMINATED FOR THE HUGO, NEBULA AND ARTHUR C. CLARKE AWARDS. An ex-Kel art thief has to save the world from a galaxy-shattering prototype weapon... A general outnumbered eight-to-one must outsmart his opponent... A renegade returns from seclusion to bury an old comrade... From the incredible imagination of Hugo- and Arthur C. Clarke-nominated author Yoon Ha Lee comes a collection of stories set in the world of the best-selling Ninefox Gambit. Showcasing Lee’s extraordinary imagination, this collection takes you to the very beginnings of the hexarchate’s history and reveals new never-before-seen stories.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2018-10-23
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781465478184

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The Big Ideas Box: 3 Book Set by Anonim Pdf

Profiles the world's most renowned sociologists and more than one hundred of their biggest ideas, including issues of equality, human rights, the effects of globalization, and the rise of urban living in modern society.

Author : Viki Winterton
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2016-08-29
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1537354426

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My Big Idea Book by Viki Winterton Pdf

A portion of the proceeds from this book have been donated to SupportingOurServicemen.com. Your journal is your sacred place. Here you can capture and foster your most creative thoughts and inspired ideas. 188 of the finest minds and biggest hearts in the world of empowerment come together in this book to encourage you daily to realize your greatest vision. My Big Idea Book - the most recent in the series of #1 International Best-Selling books from Expert Insights Publishing - is an incredible wellspring for readers looking for daily support and encouragement to achieve business and personal success in today's unpredictable world. There is so much power in the written word. Capture yours here for your personal enrichment, and share this journal with others to encourage their greatness.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781426208102

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The Big Idea by Anonim Pdf

From the Pythagorean theorem to DNA's double helix, from the discovery of microscopic life-forms to the theory of relativity--the big ideas of science and technology shape an era's worldview. Open this book, grasp the newest ideas from thought leaders of today, then spring off from them to move back through the past, one big idea at a time. Meet the people who gave birth to these ideas--and those who fought against them. Meet the MIT electrical engineer currently developing a way to turn on the lights cordlessly, then move back through Nikola Tesla's visionary concept of the wireless transfer of energy, Thomas Edison's groundbreaking work in developing a nationwide electrical grid, Ben Franklin's experiments to capture electricity, all the way back to ancient Greece, where Thales of Miletus described static electricity as a property of naturally occurring amber. Ingeniously organized and eminently browsable, this richly visual volume is divided into six big sections--medicine, transportation, communication, biology, chemistry, and the environment. Words and images that work together to explain such fascinating and elusive subjects as cloud computing, sunshields to cool the Earth, and self-driving cars. What did it take to get to these futuristic realities? Then, turn the page and follow a reverse-chronological illustrated time line of science and technology. This remarkable illustrated history tells the story of every Big Idea in our history, seen through the lens of where science is taking us today - and tomorrow. With an irresistibly cutting-edge look and original illustrations created by award-winning Ashby Design, paired with the reliable authority and comprehensiveness that National Geographic's world history books always offer, this is a one-of-a-kind trip to the future and back through all time all in one.

Author : Shawn Coyne
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2020-07-08
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1645010236

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Story Grid 101 by Shawn Coyne Pdf

Author : Nora Herting,Heather Willems
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2016-06-21
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1452152926

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Draw Your Big Idea by Nora Herting,Heather Willems Pdf

In this increasingly visual age, images speak louder than words. Studies show that images also help people think. Visual note-taking such as doodling increases memory retention rates by nearly 30 percent, and opens creative pathways, strengthens focus, and inspires self-expression. Driven by these groundbreaking findings, entrepreneurs Nora Herting and Heather Willems founded ImageThink, a graphic facilitation firm that has helped an elite roster of clients—from Google to Pepsi to NASA—visualize their ideas and transform their creative processes using simple drawing techniques that anyone can master. Draw Your Big Idea presents their sought-after guidance and more than 150 drawing exercises tailored to brainstorming, refining, and executing ideas in the home, design studio, and office. With this workbook, readers will learn to beat creative block—for good!

Author : Beth Jusino
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 168051203X

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Walking to the End of the World by Beth Jusino Pdf

'Walking to the End of the World' keeps us turning its pages--an elegant story woven in the seasoned voice of writer Beth Jusino, who shares great insight into her own strengths and weaknesses, relationships of all sorts, and a world view we'd all do well to consider. -Steven Watkins, author of Pilgrim Strong: Rewriting My Story on the Way of St. James

Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 751 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2014-12-19
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781465438409

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The Economics Book by DK Pdf

Learn about trade and global economic crises in The Economics Book. Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about Economics in this overview guide to the subject, great for novices looking to find out more and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The Economics Book brings a fresh and vibrant take on the topic through eye-catching graphics and diagrams to immerse yourself in. This captivating book will broaden your understanding of Economics, with: - More than 100 of the greatest ideas in economics - Packed with facts, charts, timelines and graphs to help explain core concepts - A visual approach to big subjects with striking illustrations and graphics throughout - Easy to follow text makes topics accessible for people at any level of understanding The Economics Book is a captivating introduction to historically important and emerging ideas in a field of science that often confuses newcomers, aimed at adults with an interest in the subject and students wanting to gain more of an overview. Here you’ll discover more than 100 of the greatest ideas, from the earliest experiences of trade to global economic crises, through exciting text and bold graphics. Your Economics Questions, Simply Explained This fresh new guide examines everything from the current financial climate of markets in turmoil and whole economies in melt-down. If you thought it was difficult to learn about this field of science, The Economics Book presents key information in a clear layout. From the earliest development of private property to the cutting-edge modern game theory, learn about centuries of economic thought, making clear even the most complex of concepts. The Big Ideas Series With millions of copies sold worldwide, The Economics Book is part of the award-winning Big Ideas series from DK. The series uses striking graphics along with engaging writing, making big topics easy to understand.

Author : Meena Harris
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2020-06-02
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780063018914

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Kamala and Maya's Big Idea by Meena Harris Pdf

INSPIRED BY A TRUE STORY FROM THE CHILDHOOD OF VICE PRESIDENT KAMALA HARRIS! A beautiful, empowering picture book about two sisters who work with their community to effect change, inspired by a true story from the childhood of the author’s aunt, Kamala Harris, and mother, lawyer and policy expert Maya Harris. “A must read for little girls around the world.” —Elizabeth Warren, U.S. Senator from Massachusetts “An inspiring tale.” —Stacey Abrams, Former Minority Leader, Georgia House of Representatives; Founder and Chair, Fair Fight Action “I love this book.” —Megan Rapinoe, Co-Captain, U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team One day, Kamala and Maya had an idea. A big idea: They would turn their empty apartment courtyard into a playground! This is the uplifting tale of how the author’s aunt and mother first learned to persevere in the face of disappointment and turned a dream into reality. This is a story of children’s ability to make a difference and of a community coming together to transform their neighborhood. A New York Times bestseller!

Author : Annie Barrows
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 93 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2010-09-22
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780811866927

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Ivy and Bean What's the Big Idea? (Book 7) by Annie Barrows Pdf

When all the second grade students must enter the science fair, which has global warming as its theme, best friends Ivy and Bean team up to create an unusual project.