Improve your financial literacy with this down-to-earth financial handbook. It's helpful for adults and teens as well.

This practical financial glossary compiles a list of 150 most common corporate finance terms you're likely to encounter in alphabetical order. Every corporate finance term is explained in detail, with a clear and concise article style description and practical examples.

We are all using dangerous, outdated, old economic strategies to protect and grow our money in the so-called 'new economy.' Most of us don't even know it. Every economy is, in some sense, 'new.' However, applying the rules from an 'older' economy to a 'newer' one during times of transition is a recipe for financial ruin.Economic transitions have been around for centuries . . . the difference is that now they are worldwide in scope and affect everything rather than local in nature with limited affects.While you sleep at night, while you go to work each day, something insidious is actually stealing your financial future. It isn't anyone's fault really. There is a massive reallocation of wealth as we transition into the new economy.There are two sides to this story. Because of the changing rules of money, the greatest transfer of wealth in the nation and the world is now unfolding. Money is about to flow away from the financially uninformed and flow towards the financially well-informed in the years ahead.This is nothing new, really. Money has always worked this way. The good news is that average members of the public now have more ways than ever before to understand this process and to take appropriate action.I am sure you are aware of the rising price of gold that's been going on for almost 10 years now. Most recently, gold started climbing with even greater speed. History repeats itself again and again. Whenever governments start to dilute their money investors transfer their money into gold. Gold has intrinsic value and will always prevail in any economy.What most non-investors and investors -- including yourself -- probably you don't realize is that although gold is a great way to preserve your wealth, it's silver that could actually make you rich!The price of gold has already risen dramatically, but silver is just beginning its climb.Nine Reasons Why Silver is a Unique Wealth Building Instrument - Silver, like gold, has intrinsic value- Silver has been in a commodity bull cycle since 2000- Silver is a safe hedge against currency inflation- Silver is a security choice during times of financial crisis- Silver is rarer than gold- Silver is used in 90% of all electronics -- and its mostly non-renewable- Silver inventories are very low- Silver leasing -- the scam will be exposed soon- Silver investment markets are expanding thanks to the ChineseWhat You Will Learn From Building Wealth with SilverYou will discover why the Federal Reserve was created and why you and I have been kept in the dark about its true purpose. You will find out why the U.S. dollar is quietly being destroyed without fanfare and the reason this process is being publically denied and covered up. You will see why unemployment numbers, along with many other economic figures, are rigged, and how we're are being lied to about their true significance.The insights you get from the first few chapters alone can change your life. Even if you were to study at Harvard for five years -- which would cost you, by the way, over $95,000 -- you would not have the knowledge you need to get any closer to this kind of insider information.Learn why silver is the best investment opportunity right now.Get the facts on silver production and consumption, and all the details behind silver's projected five- to eight-fold increase over the next several months.

As an HR manager, you're expected to use financial data to make decisions, allocate resources, and budget expenses. But if you're like many human resource practitioners, you may feel uncertain or uncomfortable incorporating financial numbers into your day-to-day work. In Financial Intelligence for HR Professionals, Karen Berman and Joe Knight tailor the groundbreaking work they introduced in their book Financial Intelligence: A Manager's Guide to Knowing What the Numbers Really Mean to present the essentials of finance specifically for HR experts. Drawing on their work training tens of thousands of managers and employees at leading organizations worldwide, Berman and Knight provide you with a deep understanding of the basics of financial management and measurement, along with hands-on activities to practice what you are reading. You'll discover: · Why the assumptions behind financial data matter · What your company's income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement really reveal · How to use ratios to assess your company's financial health · How to calculate return on investment · Ways to use financial information to support your business units and do your own job better · How to instill financial intelligence throughout your team Authoritative and accessible, this book empowers you to "talk numbers" confidently with your boss, colleagues, and direct reports--and with the finance department. About the Author Karen Berman and Joe Knight founded the Business Literacy Institute. They train managers at some of America's biggest and best-known companies. John Case has written or collaborated on several successful books. He has also written for Inc., Harvard Business Review, and other business publications.

If you want your startup to succeed, you need to understand why startups fail. “Whether you’re a first-time founder or looking to bring innovation into a corporate environment, Why Startups Fail is essential reading.”—Eric Ries, founder and CEO, LTSE, and New York Times bestselling author of The Lean Startup and The Startup Way Why do startups fail? That question caught Harvard Business School professor Tom Eisenmann by surprise when he realized he couldn’t answer it. So he launched a multiyear research project to find out. In Why Startups Fail, Eisenmann reveals his findings: six distinct patterns that account for the vast majority of startup failures. • Bad Bedfellows. Startup success is thought to rest largely on the founder’s talents and instincts. But the wrong team, investors, or partners can sink a venture just as quickly. • False Starts. In following the oft-cited advice to “fail fast” and to “launch before you’re ready,” founders risk wasting time and capital on the wrong solutions. • False Promises. Success with early adopters can be misleading and give founders unwarranted confidence to expand. • Speed Traps. Despite the pressure to “get big fast,” hypergrowth can spell disaster for even the most promising ventures. • Help Wanted. Rapidly scaling startups need lots of capital and talent, but they can make mistakes that leave them suddenly in short supply of both. • Cascading Miracles. Silicon Valley exhorts entrepreneurs to dream big. But the bigger the vision, the more things that can go wrong. Drawing on fascinating stories of ventures that failed to fulfill their early promise—from a home-furnishings retailer to a concierge dog-walking service, from a dating app to the inventor of a sophisticated social robot, from a fashion brand to a startup deploying a vast network of charging stations for electric vehicles—Eisenmann offers frameworks for detecting when a venture is vulnerable to these patterns, along with a wealth of strategies and tactics for avoiding them. A must-read for founders at any stage of their entrepreneurial journey, Why Startups Fail is not merely a guide to preventing failure but also a roadmap charting the path to startup success.

Essential Investment Terms You Should Know Are you learning about investing? Then it's important that you learn and understand some basic investment terminology. If you are a new investor, you will likely encounter terms that you don't understand. It may seem overwhelming in the beginning but, like anything, once you become familiar with it, you realize there is no reason to be intimidated. This is an introduction to some of the more common investing terms that you may encounter. Every investment term is explained in detail, with clear and concise article style description and practical examples. Understand Investment Types There are various ways to invest your money, such as stocks, bonds, and property. You should have a clear understanding of each option to make the best decision for growing your money. Rest assured, this is not rocket science. In fact, you'll see that the most important principle on which to base your investment education is simply good common sense. The better you understand the information you receive, the more comfortable you will be with the course you've chosen. Don't worry if you can't understand the experts in the financial media right away. Much of what they say is jargon that is actually less complicated than it sounds. Make Your Investment Less of a Mystery Taking time to understand the vocabulary can help you with your investment plan, eliminating confusion, and get better prepared for a swift and smooth transaction, once you have made up your mind.

If you want to start a business, you have to understand finance. This new, second edition of Entrepreneurial Finance is the go-to guide for students determined to become successful entrepreneurs, and, ultimately, to leave their mark on the business world. Including an abundance of case studies and practical examples throughout, the second edition of Entrepreneurial Finance is a refreshingly easy-to-grasp introduction to financing a new business, guiding the reader step-by-step through the three key financial statements: profit & loss, balance sheet and cash flow. It explains the various considerations for raising capital, covers term sheets and their pitfalls, and explains how best to use accounting data to create a financially-intelligent business. With increased coverage of funding, company valuations, pitch decks and business plans, this highly-anticipated second edition is the ultimate resource for students determined to succeed both academically and in the business environment. With the authors' commercial know-how (garnered through their backgrounds as seasoned entrepreneurs and business angels), as well as their understanding of the academic landscape, this book is the perfect balance of the theory and practice behind entrepreneurial finance. In particular, Simon Hulme's extensive teaching experience ensures the text is specifically tailored to finance novices and entrepreneurial finance students. Visually appealing and engagingly written, this book, together with its range of bespoke digital resources, breaks down complex concepts and communicates them with clarity. The ideal resource for university students taking entrepreneurship and business courses, it will also be valuable for entrepreneurs who wish to scale their business, as well as managers seeking to consolidate their understanding of entrepreneurial finance.

Understand Most Common Financial Laws & Regulations Financial laws and rules govern what financial institutions such as banks, brokers and investment companies can do. These rules are generally put into effect by government regulators or international groups to protect investors, maintain orderly markets and promote financial stability. After the 2008 financial crisis, governments across the world were empowered to push for financial reforms designed to provide greater transparency of transactions and reduce risk, in order to make financial systems more stable and better regulated and to make global markets safer. This practical glossary compiles a list of 140 most common financial laws & regulations you're likely to encounter in alphabetical order. Every financial term is explained in detail, with clear and concise article style description and practical examples. Knowing financial law is crucial to appreciating the creation and formation of banking and financial regulation, as well as the legal framework for finance generally. Understanding the legal implications of transactions and structures such as an indemnity, or overdraft is crucial to appreciating their effect in financial transactions. Financial regulation has also influenced the structure of banking sectors by increasing the variety of financial products available. Financial regulation forms one of three legal categories which constitutes the content of financial law. Learn Financial Laws & Regulations with Ease This dictionary of financial laws & regulations provides comprehensive coverage of the terms used in banking and finance, ranging from personal bank accounts to international money markets.

Understand Financial Terms - Make Better Financial Decisions This practical financial dictionary helps you understand and comprehend more than 100 common financial terms. It was written with an emphasis to quickly grasp the context without using jargon. Every terms is explained in detail with 600 words or more and includes also examples. It is based on common usage as practiced by financial professionals. Compiled over the last 3 years from questions and feedback to financial articles published by the Wealth Building Course education program. Financial Terminology Made Simple This book is useful if you are new to business and finance. It also includes over 100 most popular financial terms for investors and entrepreneurs. It also covers the lingo that was introduced in the financial crisis of 2008 until 2016. With the alphabetical order it makes it quick and easy to find what you are looking for. Financial Dictionary Series Additional financial dictionaries are available in this series. Please also check out: Banking, Retirement, Corporate Finance, Economics, Investments, Laws & Regulations, Real Estate & Trading. There is also a premium edition available, which covers over 900 financial terms. Please click on the author link below the book title to see a list of other financial books.

Like a detailed trail map through the jungle of finance, this book guides readers past small-business financial pitfalls, showing readers how to fine-tune operations and enhance profitability. Easy to read and full of engaging stories, this book teaches the basics of true financial management—re-made just for small businesses. It's perfect for entrepreneurs who want to get more from their accounting without getting stuck in the details. The author examines each of the three major financial statements and explains both how and why business owners should utilize these powerful tools to create a more stable, more profitable business. Whether one's business has one employee or 100, the small business owner will gain a deeper understanding of why finance is so critical to survival and growth. Written by an experienced CFO and entrepreneur, The Entrepreneur's Guide to Financial Statements uses illustrations, real-life stories, and crystal-clear writing to show business owners the importance of "the numbers" and the critical nature of finance to the survival, profitability, and growth of their small businesses.