Set in 1969 Jakarta, the narrative follows Alan Smith, a young research student, as he navigates the contrasting realities of his new environment. He is both unsettled by the visible military presence and captivated by the enchanting atmosphere filled with clove-scented air. This juxtaposition highlights the complexities of his experience in Indonesia, as he embarks on a journey of discovery with his wife and young daughter amidst a backdrop of political tension and cultural richness.
Exploring the tension between America's Christian heritage and its current cultural challenges, this book takes readers through 400 years of history, examining the church's influence on the nation's development. Through personal testimonies and insights from a born-again Christian and a mystery guest, it addresses the ongoing spiritual crisis and the debate over whether America is a Christian or secular nation. The narrative emphasizes hope and the potential for a new beginning, urging unity in pursuing a divine plan for the nation's future.
A practical guide to effective business model testing 7 out of 10 new products fail to deliver on expectations. Testing Business Ideas aims to reverse that statistic. In the tradition of Alex Osterwalder’s global bestseller Business Model Generation, this practical guide contains a library of hands-on techniques for rapidly testing new business ideas. Testing Business Ideas explains how systematically testing business ideas dramatically reduces the risk and increases the likelihood of success for any new venture or business project. It builds on the internationally popular Business Model Canvas and Value Proposition Canvas by integrating Assumptions Mapping and other powerful lean startup-style experiments. Testing Business Ideas uses an engaging 4-color format to: Increase the success of any venture and decrease the risk of wasting time, money, and resources on bad ideas Close the knowledge gap between strategy and experimentation/validation Identify and test your key business assumptions with the Business Model Canvas and Value Proposition Canvas A definitive field guide to business model testing, this book features practical tips for making major decisions that are not based on intuition and guesses. Testing Business Ideas shows leaders how to encourage an experimentation mindset within their organization and make experimentation a continuous, repeatable process.
Water. We drink it. We cook with it. We wash with it. We can’t live without it. Most of us don’t think about it much. But it is not there for everybody, and our world is changing fast. We have to think very carefully about water, and about our use of it.
Focusing on the remarkable military engagements of the Australian 6th and 9th Division field artillery regiments, this book delves into their confrontations with the Italian Army and Afrika Korps in the harsh Western Desert from 1940 to 1942. It provides a vivid and comprehensive narrative that highlights the challenges faced by the soldiers in this unforgiving landscape, showcasing their resilience and strategic prowess during pivotal battles.
The book will help you understand the patterns of great value propositions, get closer to customers, and avoid wasting time with ideas that won't work. You'll learn the simple but comprehensive process of designing and testing value propositions, taking the guesswork out of creating products and services that perfectly match customers' needs and desires. Practical exercises, illustrations and tools help you immediately improve your product, service, or new business idea. In addition the book gives you exclusive access to an online companion on Strategyzer.com.
Successful leadership is often misrepresented as a forceful, charismatic presence, while in reality, it involves ordinary individuals who cultivate wisdom through reflection. This book emphasizes the importance of understanding one's strengths and weaknesses, as well as the dynamics of human behavior. By fostering self-awareness, leaders can inspire and elevate their teams, enhancing morale and collaboration. The focus is on nurturing a supportive environment rather than relying solely on a dominant persona.
One day Rafael was well, the next day he was completely mad. What happened to him? The story of Rafael and his gold ring is a strange story of murder, mystery and love. Many people know part of the story. But only Rafael knows the true facts. And Rafael is mad.
Theological and Practical Perspectives from the Rural Church
Focusing on the challenges and opportunities in rural church missions, this exploration addresses critiques of the urban-centric "Mission-Shaped Church" report. It delves into theological foundations from the New Testament relevant to rural contexts, shares success stories of innovative mission initiatives, and highlights sustainable growth strategies like tourism and partnerships with church schools. The work culminates in recommendations for effective leadership to support ongoing mission efforts, emphasizing the importance of adapting to local needs and resources.
Original / American EnglishIn 1974 two Black Americans fought in Zaire, in Africa. One was Muhammad Ali. After the fight, he was the boxing champion of the world again. But why did a young boy from Kentucky start to box? Why did he stop boxing? And what is he doing now?