What Does it Take to Get Ahead Now--And Stay There?

High performance has always required shrewd strategy and superb execution. These factors remain critical, especially given today's unprecedented business climate. But Rich Karlgaard--Forbes publisher, entrepreneur, investor, and board director--takes a surprising turn and argues that there is now a third element that's required for competitive advantage. It fosters innovation, it accelerates strategy and execution, and it cannot be copied or bought. It is found in a perhaps surprising place--your company's values.

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ARE YOU READY FOR 2050? Average 401(k)/IRA balances reached only $91,300 in 2014 For >60% of households, Social Security is the chief retirement income source Typical couples needs >$240,000 for retirement medical expenses There are already more people over 65 today than there were in the entire labor force when Social Security was passed into law If you are over 50, then you know the reality that your job is hanging by the proverbial thread. You know that if anything happens economically, you, not the 20-something rising star, will be shown the door. This book will guide you on how to create...