Tren Griffin

Learn how to navigate the new economy with Information Rules. Authors Shapiro and Varian apply classic economic concepts to the information age and provide insight for managers looking to develop effective strategies. Discover how to evaluate the consequences of pricing, protecting, and planning new versions of information products, services, and systems to succeed in the information technology industry. This is the ultimate guide to winning moves in the information economy.

Learn the philosophies behind Warren Buffett's successful investment decisions with Warren Buffett: Inside the Ultimate Money Mind by Robert G. Hagstrom. This deep analysis breaks down Buffett's essential wisdom, which he calls a Money Mind, into a way of thinking about financial issues and a mindset for investing in today's fast-paced stock markets. In this thinking book, Hagstrom explains the contributions of self-reliance, stoicism, rationalism, and pragmatism to intelligent investments, and outlines the building blocks of a Money Mind. Discover the defining traits of successful active management and see the surprising aspects of a Money Mind, including its contributions to sportsmanship, teaching, and art. This book is a must-read for anyone looking to incorporate the principles of a Money Mind in their pursuit of a life of value.

Explore the fascinating world of complexity and how seemingly unrelated phenomena are linked through the science of this intricate system. From the sudden disappearance of ancient species to the organization of galaxies, discover how single elements spontaneously come together to form complicated structures. Join the scientific luminaries at The Santa Fe Institute, including Nobel Laureates Murray Gell-Mann and Kenneth Arrow, as they make groundbreaking discoveries that could change the face of science forever. Brimming with insights, this book by M. Mitchell Waldrop takes you on an engaging journey into the scientific revolution of complexity.

Innovating higher education: This book explores how universities can respond to disruptive innovation, using Harvard and BYU-Idaho as examples. It offers hope and insights on how traditional universities can change for the future, including dealing with faculty, enrollment, retention, and campus facilities. It breaks down a strategic model for economic vitality and uncovers how universities can thrive by building on their strengths while breaking with tradition.

Explore the science of self-organized criticality and discover a new way of understanding nature. This theory explains the complex patterns found throughout the natural world and delves into the fundamental question of why nature is complex, not simple. With applications ranging from the study of black holes to the evolution of life, this groundbreaking theory reveals how catastrophes can occur without any external triggers. How Nature Works is the first book to delve into this fascinating subject, presenting a simple yet profound idea and its impact on our understanding of the world around us.

Discover the science of compliance in this captivating book that uncovers the factors that influence people to say "yes" to a request. Scholarly research is combined with real-life techniques and strategies gathered from sales, fundraising, advertising, and other positions that commonly use compliance tactics. The author has organized the tactics into six categories based on psychological principles: reciprocation, consistency, social proof, liking, authority, and scarcity. Widely used in both classes and the business world, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the power of persuasion.

Unlock the secret to identifying value-price gaps in the stock market with Expectations Investing. Authors Rappaport and Mauboussin provide readers with everything they need to utilize the discounted cash flow model while suggesting a new approach: start by estimating the expectations embedded in a company's stock price. Learn how to trace the process of value creation and assess the likelihood of expectations revisions with the "expectations infrastructure" framework. Whether you're an investor or a manager, Expectations Investing will give you a new way to evaluate and improve your approach to the stock market.

Discover a groundbreaking new way to understand the behavior of financial markets in this fascinating book by one of the most influential mathematicians of the century. Using fractal geometry, the author breaks down the complexities of stock prices and currency exchange rates into simple formulae, exposing the volatile and dangerous properties that have never before been accounted for. This is the foundation for a new science of finance that will upend what you think you know about investing.

Explore the wireless revolution from every angle with this insightful analysis. From applications to technology, economics to system engineering, experience a comprehensive look at the impact of wireless access on the local telephone network.