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The Lexus and the Olive Tree by Thomas L. Friedman - An utterly amazing and gripping book about what Globalization means today.
This makes a great book on tape  It is read by the author
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The Tipping Point by Malcom Gladwell
People who are fascinated with the concept of what makes a trend, this is a must read. Are trends viruses? What about the broken window theory? How did Hush Puppies make a comeback? Are you a trendsetter or follower? Are you a :
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The Courage to Be Rich by Suze Orman
"People first, then money"- an incredibly powerful mantra. What is important in our lives? How many people have place "Things" above these two items (Give you a clue its over 90%) Our culture breaths it. Her book is about clearing away the "CLUTTER" (#1 cause for financial difficulty in america) in our lives and "clearing the way" for money to flow into your life. Tips on 401(k)s, Roth IRAs, marriage, bank accounts, prenuptuals, deaths, homes, and happiness. I found her on PBS during one of their pledge periods and was simply enthrauled. Concepts like Why do we always choose some variety of 30yr mortgage? How do Roth IRAs work? Clearing away Clutter - three easy steps. This makes a great book on tape It is read by the author
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Squandering Aimlessly : My Adventures in the American Marketplace by David Brancaccio (Reader)
Host of Public Radio's "Marketplace", David wanders the country in search of the elusive answer to the question- "What to do with a windfall?" Humorous, thought provoking, inspiring, and a good reality check. This makes a great book on tape It is read by the author
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The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver - epic work phenominally written by one of my favorite contemporary authors. It is also on Oprah's Summer reading list.
How do they survive? What is things change and what stays the same? Do they all make it out of Africa?
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How to Think Like Leonardo DaVinci:
Seven Steps to Genius Everyday by Michael J. Gelb A must read for explorers of all kinds. Fantastic eye opener and brain stimulator. Some consider DaVinci to be the most gifted person in history. Was it a gift or a skill? Discover several mind opening concepts, habits, tools to make you start thinking and dreaming like never before. |
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Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (Book 1)
by J. K. Rowling.
Wonderfully contemporary full blown fairy tale that is pleasurable to both young and old. Its not just for kids! |
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Bobos in Paradise by David Brooks which has been recommended to me by everyone I contact for pulse of the society information. | |
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Later Magazine - British Magazine:
Targeted at men who have outgrown the traditional glossies, Later acknowledges a new generation of grown ups. Fashion, career, relationships, fatherhood and home - Later has it all - and engages the reader with humour, style and wit. It takes a mature look at the things that interest men on the “wrong side of 30”, embracing the enduring message that settling down can be fun.
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