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From one of our leading technology thinkers and writers, a guide through the 12 technological imperatives that will shape the next 30 years and transform our lives. Much of what will happen in the next 30 years is inevitable, driven by technological trends that are already in motion. In this fascinating, provocative new book, Kevin Kelly provides an optimistic road map for the future, showing how the coming changes in our lives - from virtual reality in the home to an on-demand economy to artificial intelligence embedded in everything we manufacture.

For many business owners...the words "business plan" conjure up thoughts of a painful, overwhelming task they'd rather avoid at all costs! (And many do!) But any business without a well-thought-out plan is like a ship without a rudder - you'll get somewhere, certainly, but not likely where you want to...With 27 years as a business coach, and a passion for systems, organization, sound business practices, and problem-solving, Linda has come up with a fool-proof method for creating a business plan that’s doable for anyone, in any industry, in any size business.

As individuals, companies, and countries struggle to recover from the economic crisis, many are narrowly focused on forecasts for the next week, month, or quarter. Yet they should be asking what the global economy will look like in the years to come—where will the long-term risks and opportunities arise? These are the questions that Daniel Altman confronts in his provocative and indispensable book.

Traditionally, human resources has focused on recruiting good people, preparing them for assignments, motivating them to perform, and retaining them. These functions remain essential. But to be successful in turbulent times like ours, human capital strategy needs to be broader and much more far reaching.