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The Reckoning
The Reckoning

Review:The account is riveting and fast moving, hard to put down. If anything is missing, it is a wrap up or lessons learned. The message is certainly there, but the ending is a bit up in the air, like thee is a concluding chapter. Read more

and the Battle that Defined a Generation
and the Battle that Defined a Generation

Review:I have a passion for gaming history books, I think I have read most of the good ones on this topic. Console Wars easily classifies among the top 3/top 5 I have ever read. Well written, full of small anecdotes and deeper analysis as well it really tells the Sega Vs Nintendo tale in a fascinating tale. True, it is much more Sega oriented compared to the pages dedicated Nintendo or other competitors but if you have even the slightest interest in the gaming industry and its history this is a must re... Read more

Turbulent Stories Behind How Video Games Are Made
Turbulent Stories Behind How Video Games Are Made

Review:Jason Schreier's treatise on the crazy world of game development pulls back the curtains on what often happens behind the scenes of some of our favorite games. The torturous, complicated, and turbulent world of making a video game is put on display, as we get an insider's glimpse of the politics, the people, and the industry. Most people are unaware of how difficult it is to actually bring a game to market successfully, let alone realizing that doing so usually requires many weeks, if not mont... Read more

The Professional Chef
The Professional Chef

Review:Purchased this book as an "authoritative text" for use in court when representing clients in connection with food borne illness claims. It explains how things are done and why. Also, great section for terminology. Read more

What It Takes to Dominate the 21st Century Economy
What It Takes to Dominate the 21st Century Economy

Review:I didn't know a whole lot (read: anything) about the platform business model before reading this book. But I sure do now. Wow.

The main premise of the book is that platforms are currently the best way to organize companies, and author Moazed spends a lot of time describing how they work. Basically, platforms--like eBay, Amazon, Facebook, iTunes, SnapChat, etc.--move beyond the the linear business model (where products move through suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, and THEN customer... Read more

Roger Ailes: Off Camera
Roger Ailes: Off Camera

Review:Reveals much of Roger Ailes mindset. His ethics,loyalty,intellect. The man thinks out of the box and is willing to take on major challenges that most would not dare consider.Interesting from a personal relationship and and business management perspective. Read more

Bombastic Roger Ailes Built Fox News--and Divided a Country
Bombastic Roger Ailes Built Fox News--and Divided a Country

Review:This a well written and interesting biography about the man, Roger Ailes, and the cable "news" network he created to promote the rightwing agenda and generate huge profits. Love or hate Roger Ailes, the guy is brilliant, inspired, cunning and devious. The book was a good read and every time I happen to turn on Fox News, I better understand how it seeks to manipulate public opinion and cater to its and the Republican Party's base, old white men. Read more

and Rejection from Cold Calling - Eliminate the Fear
and Rejection from Cold Calling - Eliminate the Fear

Review:Just got through reading this book and I must say I couldn't put it down. Very useful information that was practical, easy to understand and implement. The advice in this book has revived my energy and I can't wait to get on those calls to bring new accounts and business. A must read for anyone whose primary role is business development or new account acquisition.

Well worth my money!!! Read more

How One Man and Half a Billion Honey Bees Help Feed America
How One Man and Half a Billion Honey Bees Help Feed America

Review:A fascinating and educational read about the beekeeping industry in America. With bits of humor interspersed throughout, this book details the history of bees, beekeeping, and the myriad hurdles that face both the bees themselves as well as the people who care for them. Thank you for the illuminating journey. Read more

How Google Works
How Google Works

Review:Good read but I expected more. After reading this book I asked myself what did I learn. I couldn't convince myself that my time was really utilized reading this book, but it's an interesting read though especially for people from tech area. Read more

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