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    “You Don’t Have to Be Old and Wise to Do What’s Right.”

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    A Book You Can’t Open Too Early – Make Sure You Don’t Open It Too Late

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    Groundbreaking Research and Advice

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    The Shortlist Is Here!

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  • What Is Awarded – and Why?
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    “We’re Not Going to Eliminate the Chaos!”

    Leadership expert and drummer Jim Boneau knows: Even in noisy and confusing conditions, you can find your rhythm – and that of your colleagues. That’s why the “Rumble Zone” is all about one thing: listening.

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    The longlist of the getAbstract International Book Award 2021 is here!

  • Our Favorite Books of 2020
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    Our Favorite Books of 2020

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  • “In Times of Confusion, It’s Crucial That the Message Gets Through.”
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    “In Times of Confusion, It’s Crucial That the Message Gets Through.”

    Nobel Laureates Esther Duflo and Abhijit V. Banerjee on the surprisingly commonsensical nature of economics, and how COVID-19 will affect the global fight against poverty and the quality of economic policy.