Bite Size Advice 2

The Lesson Continues.......

Häftad, Engelska, 2016

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Beskrivning

Financial services CEO, Paul Thomas, made his debut as an author with Bite Size Advice - A Definitive Guide to Political, Economic, Social and Technological Issues. Now he is back with volume 2. This second installment of Bite Size Advice has the subtitle, The Lesson Continues, and is a veritable treasure trove for those with a thirst for knowledge. Yet again, the reader is presented with a collection of blog posts that provide an illuminating guide to the issues that are shaping politics, redesigning business, changing society and driving technology. Prepare to be educated, entertained and enlightened as you discover concise answers to important questions.IS government debt a bad thing?WHAT caused the Global Financial Crisis?WHERE is artificial intelligence headed?WHY is higher education important?HOW vital is banking to a modern economy?WILL driverless cars become ubiquitous?This is a practical guide that immediately takes hold of the reader’s inquisitive nature. Thoroughly engaging and brimming with information, barely a page goes by without an interesting fact. The snappy text is presented in bite-size nuggets and moves effortlessly from topic to topic.Paul offers a fresh voice, honest opinions and concise thinking as he skilfully examines some of today’s most topical issues. The writing is lucid while simultaneously being witty and wise. A must read for anyone who wants to understand how the world works.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2016-07-28
Mått:152 x 229 x 16 mm
Vikt:408 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Antal sidor:275
Förlag:Made For Success
ISBN:9781613398708

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Paul Thomas is a leading corporate blogger, accomplished public speaker and forward thinking CEO who has worked in the financial services sector for 40 years. His deep knowledge of contemporary issues coupled with his passion for communication finds expression in his weekly blog which has been read in over 25 countries. Paul has developed a reputation as a thought leader and commentator on the political, economic, social and technological issues facing business and society. An authentic and trusted communicator, he offers informed insights and opinions in an authoritative and engaging voice. His journey from bank teller to credit union CEO began in 1976. He followed an old-fashioned career path that saw him rise through the ranks. Along the way, he gained broad experience in retail banking across a range of financial institutions. Paul now considers himself a credit union “lifer.” Under his leadership, Gateway Credit Union was named Credit Union of the Year for 2012 and 2016. Notwithstanding his strong commercial focus, Paul is passionate about Gateway’s “people helping people” philosophy and believes that credit unions must constantly change while forever staying the same. He has taken Gateway Credit Union to the leading edge in the use of social media tools. Paul’s credentials include an MBA and a Diploma in Financial Services. Paul has six children. Four are from a previous marriage and two are stepchildren. He and his wife, Beverley, have seven grandchildren between them (and counting!). Paul is a keen swimmer and competes in ocean races around Sydney.

Innehållsförteckning

Preface viiForeword xIntroduction xi01 Political Influences 02 Economic Trends03 Social Changes 04 Technological Advances 05 Christmas Parodies Afterword Resource List