Todd G. Buchholz Bücher

Exploring the journeys of iconic CEOs, the book reveals how personal stories and pivotal moments shaped their success. It examines Ray Kroc's innovative strategies for McDonald's amidst competition, Walt Disney's transformative experiences in his early career, and Estée Lauder's keen business acumen in the cosmetics market. Additionally, it highlights Thomas Watson, Jr.'s bold decision to invest in computing despite family skepticism. These narratives illustrate how overcoming challenges and seizing opportunities can lead to remarkable achievements in business.

A reexamination of the major economic theories of the past two hundred years discusses how long-dead, famous economists such as Adam Smith and others would handle today's economic problems.

"Part history and part manifesto, The Price of Prosperity exposes the economic, political, and cultural cracks that wealthy nations face, and makes the case for transforming those same vulnerabilities into sources of strength--and the foundation for a national renewal. To understand how great powers unravel, Buchholz identifies five potent and paradoxical forces that undermine nations after they achieve economic success. These include falling birthrates, globalized trade, rising debt loads, an eroding work ethic, and waning patriotism. Is the loss of empire inevitable? No. Can a community spirit be restored in the United States and in Europe? The answer is a resounding yes. The Price of Prosperity presents inspiring stories of historical leaders who overcame national disarray, from Kemal Atatürk to Japan's Meiji revolutionaries to Golda Meir. It is not too late to overcome the challenges we face now and to come together once again to protect the nation and to ensure our future."--Jacket.