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With an easy-to-understand approach, Cost Estimation: Methods and Tools provides comprehensive coverage of the quantitative techniques needed by professional cost estimators and for those wanting to learn about this vibrant career field. Featuring the underlying mathematical and analytical principles of cost estimation, the book focuses on the tools and methods used to predict the research and development, production, and operating and support costs for successful cost estimation in industrial, business, and manufacturing processes.

An exposé of how society pays for corporations' "free lunch" and the cost of environmental damage, low wages, systemic discrimination, and cheap goods. In an age when business leaders solemnly profess dedication to principles of environmental and social justice, Christopher Marquis’s...

Do you have what it takes to become an author, but are not sure where to start? Promote Your Book gives enterprising authors the advantage they need to navigate the publishing industry and gain a better understanding of what book promotion is all about. This well-organized collection of the most successful low-cost and no-cost ideas provides solutions for both aspiring and seasoned authors in any genre. You will learn how to promote the book without changing your lifestyle; how to promote creatively, locally, and through social media; submit news releases and tip sheets; and more.

In The Coming Economic Collapse, Dr. Leeb shows that the U.S. economy is standing on the brink of the biggest crisis in history.

As the fast-growing economies of China and India push global demand for oil beyond production capacity, Americans will experience a permanent energy shortfall far worse than the one in the 1970s. The result will be severe financial hardship for most people, and once-in-a-lifetime opportunities for investors to become incredibly rich.

This is an urgent call-to-arms to avert an all-but-certain catastrophe and a survival kit for an era that offers us only two financial choices: poverty or wealth.

This audiobook provides 10 ways and reasons to use suppliers rather than employees, such as to provide more time for outside customer focus, cut management overhead, increase worker tenure, maintain more confidentiality and secrecy, and more. A must listen for managers at all levels, investors, and corporate suppliers.

Continuing his groundbreaking analysis of economic structures, Douglass North develops an analytical framework for explaining the ways in which institutions and institutional change affect the performance of economies. Institutions exist due to the uncertainties involved in human interaction; they are the constraints devised to structure that interaction. Yet, institutions vary widely in their consequences for economic performance; some economies develop institutions that produce growth and development, while others develop institutions that produce stagnation.

There is a cost to every action of ours, and being aware of this cost helps us spend our time and money better. Amit Varma and Vivek Kaul explain the concept of OPPORTUNITY COST in the riveting episode – which is definitely worth the time you spend on it!...

Companies like Dropbox, Zoom, Slack, Atlassian, and DocuSign grew into multibillion-dollar companies using the three-step "Freemium" product strategy: (1) instead of hiring an expensive sales force, give away software for free; (2) let happy users tell others; (3) offer a premium subscription version, producing a recurring revenue stream. Over the last three decades, Freemium strategy has evolved into a practice known to tech industry insiders as "product-led growth."

Leading for survival, leading for liberation—how to uplift women of color, transform cultures of complicity, and upend white supremacy culture at work Workplace leaders: white comfort comes at the safety of women of color—and it costs lives and livelihoods. Microaggressions, structural...

The searing intimacy of Girl, Interrupted combined with the uncomfortable truths of The Empathy Exams in a collection of essays chronicling one woman’s experiences as both patient and caregiver, giving a unique perspective from both sides of the hospital bed.

The Cost of the Climb is where ambition meets the truth. Hosted by Lauren Ellis — strategist, author, and corporate survivor — this podcast unpacks what success really costs in systems designed to drain you. From burnout and betrayal to identity and impact, we’re talking about the parts of the climb no one warns you about. Each episode dives into the hidden trade-offs we make chasing titles, security, and validation — and what it takes to take your power back. You’ll hear raw stories, real talk, and bold conversations with leaders, professionals, and high achievers who’ve lived it.

For many business professionals, the daily "to-do" list is hard enough to stay on top of, let alone coming up with the "big ideas" necessary to take their company—or a whole economy—to the next level. But if coming up with those ideas—or finding startups that do—is your job, then The Zero Transaction Cost Entrepreneur is an absolute must-listen for you. In this book Dermot Berkery shares the key ingredient successful businesses have in common: Smart transaction cost economics.

The Cost Management Center Podcast is dedicated to helping its listeners manage organizational costs to make their companies perform better, innovate more, and… of course… become more profitable.In this podcast, we explore a wide range of methodologies and advice to reduce the company bloat and waste that creep into all organizations and stifles growth. Our focus ranges from broad strategic concepts, to specific industries, and even down to targeted spend and vendor categories. The common thread is that all topics center around reducing costs.The podcast is hosted by Duane Deason, author ...

In this series of podcasts, we will be inviting listeners on a journey with us as we explore a variety of general and specific costs issues in a relaxed and conversant fashion, providing some insight, tips and guidance as we go….and the occasional meander into other, non-costs, topics when the mood suits.

Welcome to the Cost of Living Abroad Pod, where Evan Eh interviews lifetime traveler and expats about their daily, weekly and monthly budgets and everything else that goes into their cost of living abroad.New hour long episodes every Sunday night in Bangkok; Sunday morning in NYC.Watch the video interviews on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@costoflivingabroadFind Evan Eh! on Youtubet https://www.youtube.com/@evan_eh

Fraud, chargebacks, and inadequate refund policies are more than mere annoyances; they're silent threats to your bottom line. Join Dylan Gaines, President of International Payment Solutions, as he delves into the complexities of these financial challenges. Learn from prevention strategies to legal insights on how to protect your business, navigate the ever-changing landscape of digital payments, and transform these challenges into opportunities for growth. Each episode of The Hidden Cost features expert interviews, real-life case studies, and actionable tips designed to safeguard your revenue ...

Episode One: “The Cost of the Calling: When Entrepreneurship Hurts”👉🏾 Watch now on YouTube:https://youtu.be/cq6xmjiYMkY?si=-1fQUvskBTo1MtJsPlease let us know what you think—drop comments, share your thoughts, and leave feedback. We welcome it ALL. 🖤📺 Follow the Paynefully Honest Podcast:YouTube: Paynefully Honest PodcastX: PaynefullyHPodInstagram: Paynefully Honest PodcastFacebook: Paynefully Honest PodcastTumblr: Paynefully Honest Podcast#TheCostOfTheCalling #EntrepreneurshipJourney#PaynefullyHonestPodcast #PodcastPremiere #EpisodeOne#EntrepreneurLife #CreativeEntrepreneurs#...

Hear how your workplace is changing. Before you hear it on Slack. In this new weekly podcast, get answers to the biggest questions about how modern Indian workplaces are changing, often even before they become popular questions to ask. Sneha Vakharia, Shreevar Chhotaria, and Akshaya Chandrasekaran, take turns week by week with a fresh new story, fresh new voices, and a fresh take on the Indian workplace

Cost of Goods Sold is a Podcast about the environmental and social costs of the things we buy. In each episode, we explore topics like sustainability, innovation, social entrepreneurship, the circular economy, conscious consumerism and how we all can effect change. Be inspired by thoughtful designers and responsible creators and curators using business to create positive impact. Listen in to hear the stories of those taking on the world’s biggest challenges and making meaningful contributions towards a better future. Hosted By Jennifer Myers Chua. Interested in sustainable practices, product...

The Cost of Doing Business Podcast is here to help business owners find the path to profitability. We look beyond the glamour and glitz of the Instagram highlight reel by digging into the behind-the-scenes work necessary to achieve our goals. Your host, Weston Zimmerman, is the co-founder of SynkedUP. This award-winning landscape business management software is making a real difference for owners looking for a budgeting and overhead recovery tool and helps with estimating and job costing.