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Hospice care helps make the end of life the best it can be, yet the experience can be both rewarding and stressful to those involved. Karen Clayton's stories address end-of-life choices, palliative care, mixed feelings about hospice, care for the caregivers, managing dramatic incidents and fear, social isolation, saying goodbye, and remembering.

The book delves into the strategies that companies can employ to ensure growth and develop products that meet customer demand. Clayton Christensen, a Harvard Business School professor, expands on his groundbreaking theory of disruptive innovation, presenting fresh insights that go beyond his previous work. This exploration challenges conventional wisdom and provides a framework for understanding how innovation can be systematically harnessed for success in business.

Fostering creativity within a team is essential for innovation and growth. This book offers strategies and techniques to inspire collaboration and unleash the creative potential of every member. Through practical exercises and insightful examples, it guides leaders in creating an environment that encourages original thinking and problem-solving. By emphasizing the importance of diverse perspectives and open communication, readers will learn how to cultivate a culture of creativity that drives success and engagement.

Exploring the integration of analytics and technology into business strategy, this book emphasizes their critical role in driving decision-making and enhancing performance. It provides insights into how organizations can leverage data to gain a competitive advantage, improve operational efficiency, and foster innovation. By examining case studies and practical applications, readers will understand the transformative potential of analytics and technology in achieving business goals.

Warum gelangen einige Länder zu Wohlstand, während andere in tiefer Armut verharren? Warum sind viele Länder heutzutage noch ärmer als in den 60ern? Und das, obwohl Milliarden an Spenden und Entwicklungshilfe geflossen sind. Gewohnt analytisch und mit scharfem Blick widmet sich Clayton M. Christensen genau diesen Fragen. Er untersucht, warum viele Investitionen in die wirtschaftliche Entwicklung eines Landes nicht den erwarteten Erfolg bringen, sondern die Probleme oft noch verschlimmern. Und er stellt seinen Ansatz zur Bekämpfung der globalen Armut vor: Unternehmertum und Innovationen. Richtig eingesetzt können sie Länder aus der Armut befreien und für nachhaltigen Wohlstand sorgen.

Globálna chudoba je jedným z najpálčivejších problémov sveta. Celé desaťročia sme predpokladali, že inteligentní ľudia s dobrými úmyslami budú nakoniec schopní zmeniť ekonomickú trajektóriu chudobných krajín. Od vzdelávania po zdravotníctvo, infraštruktúru až po odstránenie korupcie, sa príliš veľa riešení spolieha na pokusy a omyly. Plánom je v podstate často identifikovať oblasti, ktoré potrebujú pomoc, zaplaviť ich zdrojmi a dúfať, že časom zaznamenajú zmenu. Nádej však nie je účinná stratégia. Clayton M. Christensen a jeho spoluautori odhaľujú paradox nášho prístupu k riešeniu chudoby. Aj keď sú naše súčasné riešenia ušľachtilé, neprinášajú konzistentné výsledky a v niektorých prípadoch problémy ešte zhoršili. Najmenej dvadsať krajín, ktoré dostali pomoc v hodnote miliárd dolárov, je chudobnejšími ako boli pred prijatím príspevkov. Aplikovaním prísnej a teóriou riadenej analýzy, ktorou je autor známy, navrhuje Christensen lepší spôsob riešenia globálnej chudoby. Správny druh inovácie dokáže podľa autora vybudovať nielen spoločnosti, ale aj celé krajiny. Kniha Paradox prosperity identifikuje limity zaužívaných modelov ekonomického rozvoja, ktoré majú tendenciu smerovať zhora nadol a ponúka nový rámec pre hospodársky rast založený na podnikaní a inováciách vytvárajúcich trh. Christensen, Ojomo a Dillon používajú úspešné príklady z ekonomického rozvoja Ameriky vrátane zapojenia firiem ako Ford, Eastman Kodak a Singer Sewing Machines a ukazujú, ako podobné modely fungovali v iných krajinách, ako napríklad Japonsko, Južná Kórea, Nigéria, Rwanda, India, Argentína a Mexiko. Myšlienky obsiahnuté v tejto knihe pomôžu spoločnostiam a krajinám, ktoré túžia po skutočnom a dlhodobom raste a chcú vidieť skutočný a udržateľný pokrok tam, kde predtým zlyhávali. Paradox prosperity je ale viac ako len obchodná kniha. Je to výzva na akciu pre každého, kto chce nový pohľad na to, ako urobiť svet lepším a prosperujúcim miestom.

Clayton M. Christensen from Harvard Business School teaches aspiring MBAs to apply management and innovation theories for building stronger companies, while also emphasizing their relevance in leading fulfilling lives. He addresses essential questions: How can I find happiness in my career? How can I ensure my family relationships are a lasting source of joy? How can I live with integrity? The answer to career happiness stems from Frederick Herzberg's insight that the strongest motivator is not money, but the chance to learn, grow, contribute, and be recognized. Management transcends mere transactions; principles of resource allocation can guide personal happiness as well. Poor management of resources can lead to outcomes far from the intended strategy, a parallel that applies to life. Without a clear sense of purpose, individuals may waste time chasing short-term achievements rather than what truly matters. Additionally, focusing on marginal costs can result in poor decisions, as the temptation to justify small missteps often obscures the long-term consequences. The crucial task is to define your values and set boundaries that align with them, ensuring a life of integrity and fulfillment.

The foremost authority on innovation and growth presents a path-breaking book every company needs to transform innovation from a game of chance to one in which they develop products and services customers not only want to buy, but are willing to pay premium prices for. How do companies know how to grow?

The foremost authority on innovation and growth presents a transformative guide for companies to shift from chance-driven innovation to creating products and services that customers are eager to buy at premium prices. How can businesses ensure growth and develop desirable products? Harvard Business School professor Clayton Christensen, known for his theory of disruptive innovation, provides answers through years of research. He challenges the long-held belief that understanding customers is key to innovation, asserting instead that customers "hire" products to fulfill specific jobs. Success in innovation stems from comprehending these customer jobs rather than merely understanding the customers themselves. This "Jobs to Be Done" approach is exemplified by leading companies and startups like Amazon, Intuit, Uber, Airbnb, and Chobani yogurt. However, the focus of this work is not on celebrating these successes but on predicting future ones. By grasping what drives customers to "hire" a product or service, businesses can enhance their innovation outcomes, crafting offerings that customers are willing to pay a premium for. This book outlines Christensen’s framework, detailing the theory's predictive nature, its real-world applications, and how to effectively leverage the insights it provides for sustainable growth.