Money isn't simply a resource; it's a reflection of family connection. For many, financial decisions aren't madein isolation but are deeply interwoven with obligations to those closest to them-and beyond. Part of Sending ItHome, Adele Hearn's insightful book explores the unique pressures and possibilities that arise when familiesnavigate finances as a collective unit.The expectation of shared resources shifts money from neutral tool into a powerful symbol of...

Revised and expanded: this classic guide to business leadership presents "an original and profound new view on how to run an organization" ( Library Journal).Despite all the evidence calling for change, most organizations still rely on patriarchy and control as their core form of governance. The result is that they stifle initiative and spirit and alienate people from their work. In Stewardship, Peter Block calls for a dramatic shift in how we dist...

Since this classic book was first published in 2003, sustainability has increasingly been accepted as standard business practice for leading corporations, while the science itself has revealed how human activity has become the dominant force influencing irreversible changes in the planetary systems.The fourth edition of this trailblazing book on corporate sustainability provides new insights into how organizations can transition towards a more responsible way of conducting their bu...

In a world where ambition often trumps integrity and the lust for power overshadows human values, Lessons Learned from Careless People is a timely and thought-provoking reflection on the cost of careless ambition. Drawing inspiration from Sarah Wynn-Williams’ Careless People, Rhett Solace masterfully dissects the subtle yet corrosive forces of greed, pride, and moral decay that shape individuals and societies alike.Through a blend of historical insight, cultural c...

Sustainable Leadership Transforming Enterprises Through ESG and CSR is a comprehensive guidebook for business leaders and managers who want to integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors and corporate social responsibility (CSR) principles into their organizations. The book offers practical guidance on how to build a sustainable business model that creates long-term value for stakeholders while minimizing negative environmental and social impacts.The book is organ...

Businesses around the world are increasingly turning to an exciting new branch of management known as corporate sustainability management (CSM) to help them better understand and manage their non-financial performance.Indeed, what we are witnessing is nothing less than the birth of a new management function. The main pillar of CSM is the Triple Bottom Line (TBL), which has been successful as an organizing principle but a disappointment in practice. This is largely due to the absenc...

Corporate maturity is introduced as a new and valuable concept that provides a holistic view of an organization's performance, culture and resilience. This book presents a general model of corporate maturity, applicable to any sector and demonstrates how an organization can enhance its maturity, particularly through a focus on ethics, good governance and community outcomes. The author shows how mature organizations are those that find connections between corporate purpose and wider social ...

With changing business needs and increased levels of consumer awareness concerning social and ecological issues, organisations need to realign their profitability strategies in order to demonstrate their engagement with sustainable practices.Sustainability Marketing: New directions and practices explores how an increase in customer's desire for sustainable products can form a key part of new marketing strategies. The authors shed new light on strategies that capture the be...

Fraud, deception, and financial collapses—how have corporate scandals shaped the business world? Throughout history, corporate greed and corruption have led to some of the biggest financial disasters. This book examines infamous scandals such as Enron, WorldCom, and the 2008 financial crisis, revealing how unethical business practices led to downfall. It also explores regulatory responses and the role of whistleblowers in exposing fraud. From Ponzi schemes to insider trading, corporate sca...

Shatter the ceiling, build your empire: Embrace financial feminism and create a thriving 6-figure business on your own terms.How To Be a Financial Feminist is more than just a business guide; it's a revolutionary manifesto for women ready to claim their financial independence and rewrite the rules of success. This empowering book isn't about fitting into outdated molds or seeking permission. It's about igniting your entrepreneurial spirit, leveraging your unique st...

With "The Power of Financial Literacy: Ending Poverty and Struggle Among the American Middle Class," learn the keys to financial empowerment and the transforming power of financial literacy. Anyone hoping to escape financial hardship, attain economic stability, and provide a safe future for themselves and their family will find a thorough road map in this indispensable book.You will discover in this ground-breaking book the enormous effects financial education can have on people, f...

This book provides a broad overview of how sustainability reporting has grown, how it is used now, and where it is heading.Daily, we encounter concepts such as corporate social responsibility (CSR); sustainability reporting; sustainability accounting; environmental reports; corporate citizenship or environmental management systems; or Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) disclosures. Accounting for Sustainability decodes this terminology by offering an accessible int...