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  Crash and Burn - A CEO’s crazy...

  Glenn Orsmond

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  In the cut-throat world of low-cost airlines, competition is the name of the game. Not only up in the air but also on the ground. 
    
  Crash and Burn is an insider’s tale of the South African airline industry over the past thirty years and the dramatic collapse of Comair in 2022, as told by Glenn Orsmond, twice CEO of Comair and the founder CEO of 1time. Orsmond takes the reader on a wild ride through the ultra-competitive sector of low-cost airlines that boomed after South African Airways’ stranglehold on the skies was loosened in the 1990s. Comair – which operated both Kulula and British Airways – and 1time were at the forefront of this new wave of airlines that saw domestic flying and tourism take off. 
    
  But after some incredible highs and lows, Comair crashed under Orsmond’s watch despite the company’s 75-year unblemished profit history. The pandemic’s impact, the grounding of aeroplanes after a questionable regulator investigation and poor management decisions all contributed to its downfall. 
    
  Expect tales of industry legends and innovation, but also of competitors trying to gut each other, battles between pilots and accountants, unions and bosses at loggerheads, and warfare between shareholders and directors in boardrooms. You’ll never think of flying in South Africa in the same way again.

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  Global Degree African Roots -...

  Chiyedza Nyahuye

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  Global Degree, African Roots is not just a book—it’s a call to action for African students who are tired of waiting. 
  In a world where degrees no longer guarantee jobs, this bold and timely guide empowers the modern African learner to leverage digital tools, AI, and online platforms to learn, earn, and thrive—before graduation. 
  Written in the warm, no-nonsense voice of “Auntie Chiyedza,” this book speaks directly to students juggling school fees, family expectations, and the silent fear of failure. It answers the questions no one dares to ask out loud: 
  What if the degree isn’t enough? 
  How do I start making money now—from where I am? 
  From Nairobi to Accra, Harare to Kampala, this is for every young African refreshing scholarship pages, freelancing between classes, and dreaming of global possibilities from a borrowed laptop. 
  Your education isn’t a waiting room. 
  It’s your launchpad.

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  HOW to Borrow God's Brain to...

  Felix Duyilemi

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  Don’t be put off by the “God” bit! If, like me, you don’t believe in a deity it would be easy to overlook this book as not being for you. Although God and Bible references are mentioned throughout, I encourage you to look past that if it doesn’t match your belief system, and take the excellent growth and productivity concepts that form the true basis of this great little book. I particularly appreciated the Very Important Points at the end of each chapter as they give you a clear focus to work on. 
  ~J. Mohapi-Banks, UK. 
  A thoroughly splendid work to encourage someone with less enthusiasm for life ~Glenn Lapoint, USA. 
  A Quick Inspirational Read I really enjoyed the correlation that the author uses with the Bible! The concepts really solidified for me with truths I’ve felt to be true! I love the creation but I never broke it down into the parts that the author does and it has given me a new perspective! 
  ~Lana, USA.

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  Universal Basic Income - What...

  Miranda Perry Fleischer, Matt...

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  The motivating idea of a Universal Basic Income (UBI) is radically simple: give people cash and let them do whatever they want with it. But does this simple idea have the potential to radically transform our society? 
   
   
   
  This book provides the average citizen with all the information they need to understand current debates about the UBI. It recounts the history of the idea, from its origins in the writings of eighteenth century radical intellectuals to contemporary discussions centered on unemployment caused by technological advances such as artificial intelligence. It discusses current pilot programs in the United States and around the world, including how much (or little) we can learn from such experiments about how a large-scale UBI would fare in the real world. It explores both the promises and pitfalls of a UBI, taking seriously the arguments of both supporters and detractors. 
   
   
   
  How much would a UBI cost? Who would be eligible to receive it? Would it discourage work? Would people squander it on drugs and alcohol? Would it contribute to inflation? And how is it different from existing social welfare programs? This book provides an objective, expert guide to these questions and more, and is essential for anyone seeking to understand what could be the twenty-first century's most important public policy debate.

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  Procurement 101 - The Tips and...

  Tishana Sweatnham-Parris

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  Anyone can spend money. Procurement's job is to spend it well. 
  Twenty-five-plus years ago, nobody told me procurement could be a career, let alone a genuinely fun one. I fell into it the way most of us do: a job opened up, I raised my hand, and I figured I'd learn the rest on the job. 
  This is the book I wish someone had handed me on day one. It is not a textbook. It's the real stuff, drawn from supplier meetings, budget reviews, and building processes from scratch across manufacturing, healthcare, aviation, and distribution. 
  Whether you're brand new to a procurement role, a hiring manager trying to build a stronger team, or you've been doing this for years and just want to see your own experience reflected back at you, this book is for you. 
  Inside, you'll learn how to:Find the spend no one is watching, and bring it downChallenge "sole source" and build real supplier competitionNegotiate firmly without losing the relationshipRead the fine printBuild category strategies, manage supplier risk, and measure what mattersUse AI as a tool, not a strategyBuild a procurement career that lasts 
  Every chapter ends with a Toolbox of things you can do this week. Not someday. This week. The appendix gives you ready-to-use templates, from a spend analysis starter to a negotiation prep brief and a contract review checklist. 
  Procurement rewards action, not theory. 
  Welcome to Procurement 101. Let's get into it!

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  Plan B

  Sara Mamdouh Alrassan

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  Published in 2022 by the Arab Literature Center for Publishing and Distribution, Plan B by Sara M. Alrassan serves as a critical strategic roadmap for navigating the volatile corporate landscapes of the 21st century. In an era defined by perpetual flux and aggressive technological advancement, Alrassan posits that the "Plan B" philosophy is not merely a contingency; it is a fundamental requirement for institutional survival. The text argues that strategic agility—the ability to pivot and adapt—is the primary differentiator between organizations that face obsolescence and those that dominate in a tech-led.
  This book focuses on small changes lead to a big difference." Alrassan emphasizes that modern business success hinges on a leader's ability to handle novel situations with creativity and, crucially, to accept the new status quo rather than clinging to legacy models. This "Plan B" mindset requires a shift from rigid, linear planning to a fluid acceptance of reality. This foundational philosophy transitions seamlessly into the practical application of human capital, as institutional agility is ultimately rooted in the refined performance of the individual.

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