The first in-depth look at one of the world's richest-and most secretive-businessmen Though his wealth is certainly no secret, the world's fourth richest man remains an enigma. Paul Allen made his fortune as Bill Gates's partner in Microsoft, supplemented it with questionable, though often profitable, venture capital schemes, and has since invested his wealth in a widely divergent list of interests. He owns the NBA's Portland Trailblazers and the NFL's Seattle Seahawks. Among hundreds of smaller ventures, he is a primary stakeholder in the film production company DreamWorks SKG and formerly held a large piece of the widely despised Ticketmaster monopoly. Dubbed the "Accidental Zillionaire" by Wired magazine, Allen has often appeared to be a bumbler who succeeded primarily through luck and by coopting the visionary ideas of others. In The Accidental Zillionaire, Laura Rich, one of the foremost chroniclers of the Internet economy, unravels the secret Paul Allen, his inner motivations, his vision, and his personality. She tells Allen's story from his days as a fledgling computer geek in suburban Washington state, to his role in founding the world's largest software company, to his battle with cancer, to his sycophantic flirtation with Hollywood and its brightest stars. Paul Allen is a man of various interests and passions, but few if any know him well. The Accidental Zillionaire for the first time reveals the inner workings of a towering figure in the worlds of technology, business, sports, and entertainment. Laura Rich (Los Angeles, CA) is a former writer for The Industry Standard, Adweek, and Inside Media. She currently covers the world of digital entertainment for Entertainment Weekly, Fortune, and The Hollywood Reporter. She penned The Standard's popular "Rich List" report and has reported on Paul Allen for years.
A hilarious guide to the world of the very rich furnishes whimsical advice on how to live large in the land of plenty, covering everything from the difference between a butler and a majordomo to guidelines on bodyguards, cosmetic procedures, and the world's best party locales. Original.
Tired of worrying about your financial situation but aren't sure what to do or where to start? Stop stressing! No matter how much you earn (or how much you owe) you can take control of your money—and it won't be nearly as hard as you think. Millions of people already benefit from the expert advice Laura D. Adams dispenses in her weekly Money Girl podcast and know firsthand that little changes can lead to big rewards. Laura doesn't tell you what you can and can not buy with your own hard-earned money; instead, she gives you guidance, tips, and tricks you need to make the most of it by finding out how to: - Assess your current financial situation and set achievable, realistic goals - Get out of debt faster—and stay out for good - Manage your 401(k) or Roth IRA like a pro - Take advantage of every available tax deduction to owe less and save more - Choose smarter investments so you can watch your money grow - Use the most up-to-date technology to make managing your money much easier Whether you're learning the quickest way to improve your credit score or the seven essential tips for preventing identity theft, you'll be surprised—and relieved—at just how doable it all is. Chock-full of quick and dirty tips that explain what you need to know without bogging you down with what you don't, Money Girl's Smart Moves to Grow Rich will ensure you have the kind of life you want and the future you've always dreamed of. Money Girl's Smart Moves to Grow Rich won the prestigious Excellence in Financial Literary Education (EIFLE) Award for 2011.
Tired of worrying about your financial situation but aren't sure what to do or where to start? Stop stressing! No matter how much you earn (or how much you owe) you can take control of your money—and it won't be nearly as hard as you think. Millions of people already benefit from the expert advice Laura D. Adams dispenses in her weekly Money Girl podcast and know firsthand that little changes can lead to big rewards. Laura doesn't tell you what you can and can not buy with your own hard-earned money; instead, she gives you guidance, tips, and tricks you need to make the most of it by finding out how to: - Assess your current financial situation and set achievable, realistic goals - Get out of debt faster—and stay out for good - Manage your 401(k) or Roth IRA like a pro - Take advantage of every available tax deduction to owe less and save more - Choose smarter investments so you can watch your money grow - Use the most up-to-date technology to make managing your money much easier Whether you're learning the quickest way to improve your credit score or the seven essential tips for preventing identity theft, you'll be surprised—and relieved—at just how doable it all is. Chock-full of quick and dirty tips that explain what you need to know without bogging you down with what you don't, Money Girl's Smart Moves to Grow Rich will ensure you have the kind of life you want and the future you've always dreamed of. Money Girl's Smart Moves to Grow Rich won the prestigious Excellence in Financial Literary Education (EIFLE) Award for 2011.
Do you want to attack that mounting pile of debt, but just don't know where to start? Laura Adams, financial expert and host of the top-rated Money Girl podcast, is here to help. Getting out of debt might seem overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be—no matter how much you owe. Laura has come up with a 10-step plan to guide you through the smart moves you need to get rid of your debt for good. She'll first help you assess your own financial situation so you can create a doable, realistic plan. You'll then learn which debts to pay down first, and you will get tips on negotiating with creditors and paying off bills faster. Because staying out of debt is just as important as getting out in the first place, Laura also tells you how to boost your credit score, cut costs, and save money, which will ensure you have a debt-free and happier future. This special e-book edition also includes a preview of Laura Adams new book, Money Girl's Smart Moves to Grow Rich. Managing debt wisely is only one component of a healthy financial life. In Money Girl's Smart Moves to Grow Rich, Laura Adams covers the whole enchilada, including investing, buying real estate, reducing taxes, and all the other things you'll need to know once you have your debt under control and are ready to start putting your money to work. Early reviews are already praising the book as one that will enable you to "create a richer life – both financially and emotionally." (Publisher's Weekly)
Credit, financing, and debt exist for a reason: to have a good time... [This book] takes you through the best ways to squander your money and short-change your financial future, showing you what all these good times are really costing you, what you can do about them, and how much more fun you can have later if you apply a measure of restraint now"--P. [4] of cover.
Agile continues to be the most adopted software development methodology among organizations worldwide, but it generally hasn't integrated well with traditional security management techniques. And most security professionals aren’t up to speed in their understanding and experience of agile development. To help bridge the divide between these two worlds, this practical guide introduces several security tools and techniques adapted specifically to integrate with agile development. Written by security experts and agile veterans, this book begins by introducing security principles to agile practitioners, and agile principles to security practitioners. The authors also reveal problems they encountered in their own experiences with agile security, and how they worked to solve them. You’ll learn how to: Add security practices to each stage of your existing development lifecycle Integrate security with planning, requirements, design, and at the code level Include security testing as part of your team’s effort to deliver working software in each release Implement regulatory compliance in an agile or DevOps environment Build an effective security program through a culture of empathy, openness, transparency, and collaboration
Wealthy entrepreneur Blake Edison finds his quest for revenge suddenly thwarted by a beautiful daughter of the ton who not only steals his heart, but nearly ruins them both. Now not even her own entrepreneurial spirit can save them. Or the company they've started that will label her a bluestocking.
“They don’t teach you how to get rich at school, Sick of Hearing the Same Old Advice ? “ Word Hard , Control your expenses , Credit Card is a “No , NO “ Do not get into Debt !! Debunk all those assumptions that you will be Rich if you study hard and work hard . This Book is actually not one of those . Wealth Tips They Do Not Teach at School is all about the importance of money. The premise of the book clearly distinguishes the difference between the thinking of the rich and the poor. In essence, the only limitation between you and the rich is in your own mind, and achieving success lies in breaking these walls. At schools, you would have been stuck at algebra, Pythagorean Theorem, and organic chemistry but you never study financial planning, making money, or saving money. The book provides real-life examples to reprogram your thinking to that of the rich and wealthy. You can't just graduate and leave formal education and expect yourself to be financially well equipped. Many people thought that having a good education is sufficient to hop on the train to acquire new wealth , well they can't be any more wrong ! As a kid, I have been told that getting good grades and a good job is the ladder to financial freedom. It's a sham. Everything boils down to your financial decisions and this book provides a great foundation to teach you those. This book is comprehensive, crisp, and easy to read. And by "easy" I mean this book provides sound information on the importance of money. It clearly distinguishes the difference between the thinking of the rich and the poor. The biggest revelation for me was that the author is right! They never taught me how to be rich at school. It is having the mindset of the wealthy that will make you rich You’ll discover why some of your money beliefs might be wrong and that could be holding you back , you need to consider what are the principles and what behaviors the rich have , that you do not have ,Yet ! Laura Maya takes this idea and updated it to Sixteen chapters. You wouldn’t find a recipe to turn rich overnight. Rather, the book provides a solid foundation for setting the psychological stage for strong financial habits. The premise of this book is straightforward – Rich people are programmed to think differently. Essentially, rich people and poor people think differently. This book walks you through these beneficial points clearly differentiating how rich and poor people think. Studying hard, getting nice grades, and getting a job is not enough to be rich. That’s one lie which we have been fed with since our childhood. There is a difference between scholastic, professional and financial education. The book further analyzes the root cause of why you are not rich. It all boils down to your education. You were never taught about how to be rich at school. Forget that, you never even learned personal finance or how to handle money. It further touches upon how you can get smart with personal finance. Perhaps the biggest argument Laura makes is the fact that everything can change if you change your mindset. Buying that expensive dress, impulsive buying, etc. are all signs of a poor mentality. If you make changes to your lifestyle and spending habits today, you will reap the benefits tomorrow. On making money, Laura’s approach is simple – she emphasizes on investing, spend less, and plan for a long-term.
Tess York, who is a confirmed bachelorette and career woman, can’t believe her eyes when she finds Damien Sauer standing in front of her. He is a successful real- estate mogul and was the man Tess once loved. She left him six years ago?how could she imagine that she’d see him again? While Tess loses her peace of mind, Damien offers her a job renovating a cottage. It’s the same place they had planned to live in together one day. The offer leaves Tess speechless, and when she sees the flame burning in Damien’s eyes, she realizes that he’s taking revenge on her.
Cantria: New Realm begins with two siblings, Emma and Will, who do not have the best start in life. Follow them in an epic tale to a new realm, engulfed in magic and enhanced with medieval themes. In the new realm, Emma and Will are led to Cantria, a beautiful medieval kingdom. They become exposed to new experiences: romance, love, blood, and gore. Emma and Will must learn to use elements to protect the people they love before an epic war erupts between rivaling kingdoms. After the devastating war full with death, Emma and Will uncover the reasoning for their suffering, discovering a more powerful foe. About the Author Author Laura Rich has spent her life in Redcar, located in Northeast England. She is a creative individual and talented artist who has a vast imagination. Through school life, she struggled with her subjects, but always enjoyed art, reading, and writing. It was not until she studied interior design at Teesside University that she was finally diagnosed with dyslexia. The emotional relief of finding out her difficulties finally made her feel normal and not unintelligent. Rich henceforth realised the reasons for her difficulties and strived to push herself to her best abilities. Through her university studies, Rich began to write this book, with no shortness of ideas or imagination a story began to unfold. Rich believes that writing a book with her dyslexia was extremely difficult, but enjoyed the task. Without her perseverance and dedication, it would not have been feasible. She also strives for people with similar difficulties to continue with what they love and dream to do although it is difficult. If you persevere you can overcome any obstacle.
Praise for Money & Happiness "Laura Rowley makes us all understand the money-happinessconnection in our own lives so that we spend our time and ourefforts wisely. She gets to the heart of why money can bringfeelings of stress, joy, and freedom, and Rowley offers insightthat every reader can use to make smarter decisions that will leadto living a rich life in every possible definition of theterm." --Lucy Danziger, Editor in Chief, Self magazine "This is a wry and companionable guide to getting your finances inbetter sync with your values, and who wouldn't be enriched bythat?" --Melinda Henneberger, Contributing Editor, Newsweek "Money and Happiness takes cold, hard, financial information andwarms it up through the voice of your best friend. You'll find outhow to achieve your life dreams, and avoid money nightmares. Thecost of this book may be the best investment you'll evermake." --Kevin McKinley, CFP, author of Make Your Kid a Millionaire andhost of public radio's On Your Money "Let Laura Rowley guide you to a rational and rewarding life byhelping you re-order your approach to your financial well-being.This book covers all the dimensions you need to know about how toplan properly for your reality. She teaches that you need not beloaded to be happy. And she shows you how to set, then achieve,your goals. For your sanity, Rowley is a welcome antidote to thewave of materialism washing over our culture." --Allan Dodds Frank, Bloomberg Television
Through the 1990s, stocks went up for so long that millions started to believe the pundits who predicted they would climb forever. The market was heralded as a magic get-rich-quick scheme - and its stars were the breathless financial reporters, analysts, politicians, and CEOs who urged Americans to buy, buy, buy and hold, hold, hold. But trees don't grow to the sky and as the market plummets by frequent and lasting double-digit drops, these stars no longer seem as bright. In retrospect, some seem downright stupid. Authors Greg Eckler and L. M. Mac Donald use their wry perspective to profile them all, reminding us that there was a whole team of "experts" encouraging us to rip up our savings while the rich got "super rich." With quotes from Alan Greenspan, Al Gore, Bernie Ebbers, Larry King, and more, Bull! provides a humorously outrageous look at the bubble that many swore could never burst.
In Honest Eats, Keith Elchert and Laura Weston-Elchert take you on a tour of Indiana's stretch of the Lincoln Highway. You'll visit nearly 100 locations - mostly restaurants but with some interesting side stops as well. You'll meet the entrepreneurs whose love of history and the highway helps fuel their passion for both food and nostalgia. Each story is a personal one, and no two are alike. And many of them come with recipes! 144 pages.
Discover how to ease pain and heal naturally and faster with CBD-rich hemp oil Cannabis is one of the most versatile plants in nature and yet considered unlawful in most parts of the world. Also known as CBD or marijuana, it has just as many debates surrounding its use. However, it is unfortunate that most of the controversies surrounding cannabis and its uses are clouded with confusing and incorrect information. CBD oil has been used in medicine for millennia, but the concern over the risks of abuse led to the ban of the medicinal use of cannabis in the 1930s. Marijuana and related compounds are being considered therapeutic only recently. An outstanding compound, cannabinoid found in cannabis or CBD is responsible for the medicinal and psychoactive effects of the plant and has shown to be capable of curing several ailments. This guide aims to enlighten you with some proven facts about marijuana, and by facts; that is the healing power and actual medicinal value of this plant. You'll learn how you can find healing through cannabis-derived CBD oil. The CBD-rich hemp oil: The Healing Power of Cannabis medicine: How to Extract, Use and Heal with CBD Oil for Better Health explores the uses and benefits of cannabidiol (CBD) from natural hemp oil. In this book, you will discover: What is CBD oil and how it works in the body Health benefits of CBD oil and how to use it How to make your own CBD oil plus the methods of extraction CBD therapies and the right dosage CBD side effects and drug interaction And much more............ The hemp family of plants is the best source of cannabinoids. One cannabinoid, CBD, just may be the greatest supplement of our time. BUY NOW to start reaping the benefits of CBD-rich hemp oil today!
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