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What are venture capitalists saying about your startup behind closed doors? And what can you do to influence that conversation? If Silicon Valley is the greatest wealth-generating machine in the world, Sand Hill Road is its humming engine. That's where you'll find the biggest names in venture...

A landmark work from one of the preeminent historians of our time: the first published biography of Andrew W. Mellon, the American colossus who bestrode the worlds of industry, government, and philanthropy, leaving his transformative stamp on each. Following a boyhood in nineteenth-century...

This didn’t just happen. In Life Inc., award-winning writer, documentary filmmaker, and scholar Douglas Rushkoff traces how corporations went from being convenient legal fictions to being the dominant fact of contemporary life. Indeed, as Rushkoff shows, most Americans have so willingly...

Drive . . . and grow rich! The bestselling author of Investment Biker is back from the ultimate road trip: a three-year drive around the world that would ultimately set the Guinness record for the longest continuous car journey. In Adventure Capitalist, legendary investor Jim Rogers, dubbed...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER The gripping story of Elizabeth Holmes and Theranos—one of the biggest corporate frauds in history—a tale of ambition and hubris set amid the bold promises of Silicon Valley, rigorously reported by the prize-winning journalist. With a new Afterword. “Chilling...

The first inside account of life within a Silicon Valley venture capital firm, eBoys is the fascinating true story of the six tall men who backed eBay, Webvan, and other billion-dollar start-ups that are transforming the Internet and setting a new pace for the economy. Randall Stross, author of...

He's one of America's most capable, canny, candid, and independent financial experts. Now David M. Walker sounds a call to action. Comeback America is a tough-minded, innovative, inspiring guide to help us avoid the approaching economic abyss and put the country back on track again. As...

An unforgettable story of four women who, through grit and ingenuity, became stars in the cutthroat, high-stakes, male dominated world of venture capital in Silicon Valley, and helped build some of the foremost companies of our time. In Alpha Girls, award-winning journalist Julian Guthrie takes...

In this leadership memoir, take a step backstage at Cirque du Soleil. Vice Chairman Daniel Lamarre shares his experiences leading the awe-inspiring organization, and teaches readers what it takes for anyone, regardless of position or industry, to embrace the value of creative leadership. Without...

Shortlisted for the Financial Times Business Book of the Year Named a Best Book of 2022 by The Economist “A gripping fly-on-the-wall story of the rise of this unique and important industry based on extensive interviews with some of the most successful venture capitalists.” - Daniel...

Dave Whorton was John Doerr's associate partner at high-flying Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers during Silicon Valley's big shift. After Netscape's IPO, he witnessed the VC industry pivot from a proven forty-year playbook of managing risk to something much more aggressive: Get big fast. Don't worry about profitability. Cash out and find another venture.

Master the complex world of mergers and acquisitions with a practical dealmaking roadmap designed for first-time buyers. Whether you are scaling a startup, plotting a corporate exit, or seeking career advancement, this end-to-end guide transforms dense financial theory into actionable business...

Master your ultimate exit strategy and command high-stakes private equity negotiations with absolute confidence. Whether you are a weary founder eyeing a profitable retirement or an entrepreneur scaling for a massive buyout, you need a bulletproof corporate finance playbook to secure your...

Decode high-stakes private equity buyouts and build an ambitious finance career with this essential corporate playbook. Whether you are prepping for a rigorous interview, commuting to a new role, or navigating an unexpected company acquisition, this analytical guide prepares you for the...

Secure maximum valuation and master your exit strategy before handing over the company you spent a lifetime building. Whether you are nearing retirement or craving a career transition, navigating buyers and due diligence can feel completely overwhelming. Transform that anxiety into calm...

Demystify private equity investing and master the elite corporate finance strategies used to build sustainable wealth. Whether you are commuting to a pitch or aggressively leveling up your career, this high-energy guide strips away the industry's complex jargon. Step directly into the boardroom...

Master your exit strategy and maximize business valuation with a roadmap that turns transition anxiety into lasting wealth. Whether you are scaling for an acquisition or quietly planning retirement, this practical guide provides a clear, actionable game plan. Take control of your financial...

Master business valuation and command top dollar when selling your company or raising startup capital. Whether navigating a high-stakes corporate negotiation or scaling a private enterprise, knowing your exact worth is the ultimate advantage. Stop relying on guesswork and complex spreadsheets...

Master corporate finance and discover what any business is truly worth before your next investment or negotiation. Whether you are commuting to a high-stakes startup pitch or analyzing a small business acquisition, this empowering audio experience demystifies the mechanics of financial modeling...

Master the financial strategies that drive business growth and elevate your career from analyst to executive leader. Perfect for your daily commute, this empowering audio journey replaces dense academic jargon with clear, actionable mental models. Transform boardroom anxiety into analytical...