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The Investor's Dilemma

How Mutual Funds Are Betraying Your Trust And What To Do About It

Based on cutting-edge research by leading corporate critic Louis Lowenstein, The Investor’s Dilemma: How Mutual Funds Are Betraying Your Trust and What to Do About It reveals how highly overpaid fund sponsors really operate and walks you through the conflicts of interest found throughout the industry. Page by page, you’ll discover the real problems within the world of mutual funds and learn how to overcome them through a value-oriented approach to this market.

That's why Louis Lowenstein has written The Investor's Dilemma: How Mutual Funds Are Betraying Your Trust and What to Do About It. Based on fresh, cutting-edge research by a leading corporate critic, this book reveals how highly overpaid ...

Family Trusts

A Guide for Beneficiaries, Trustees, Trust Protectors, and Trust Creators

An insightful and practical guide to family trusts Family Trusts is a step-by-step guide for anyone involved in family trusts: trust creators, trustees, beneficiaries, and advisors. It will help families create and administer a culture that recognizes trusts as a gift of love. Marrying the practical and emotional aspects of family wealth, this book provides a hands-on primer that focuses on fostering positive relationships, and structuring the trust appropriately for the situation and the people involved. It tackles difficult topics with frank and honest discussion, from the first beneficiary meeting to working with addictions, and more. Written by a team of experts in family wealth, this information is becoming increasingly crucial to the successful execution of a trust; you'll learn what type of person makes the best trustee, how to be an excellent beneficiary, and the technical aspects that help you build a better trust from the very beginning. There's been a staggering increase in trustee/beneficiary litigation and hostility, but that doesn't mean it's inevitable. Plenty of trusts are running smoothly, with positive experiences on all sides. This book shows you how to set up your trust to succeed from the start, with step-by-step guidance and expert insight. Express clear and thoughtful intent for the trust Create a healthy and supportive culture Select the right trustee, trust protector, and trust advisor Take the time to prepare before initially meeting the beneficiary Conduct a productive first meeting to set a tone for the relationship Historically, there has been little consideration given to the culture of trusts, and this oversight may be a key driver of the behavior that's becoming more prevalent. Family Trusts explores the nature of these relationships, and shows you how to build a trust that retains the nature and spirit with which it was intended.

Plenty of trusts are running smoothly, with positive experiences on all sides. This book shows you how to set up your trust to succeed from the start, with step-by-step guidance and expert insight.

The Split Capital Investment Trust Crisis

Split capital investment trusts (splits) became fashionable in the late 1990s, but the splits boom led to some spectacular collapses as the bear market unfolded. Despite warnings from certain analysts, academics and journalists, over twenty splits have gone bust leaving many private investors seeking redress. A major FSA investigation is continuing. This book, with contributions from specialists intimately involved with the crisis, provides an in-depth and authoritative review of splits, discussing their history, what went wrong, and lessons for the future. The contributors express a wide range of views. The Split Capital Investment Trust Crisis provides an historical background to the crisis describes the underlying reasons for the crisis and the media, regulatory and political response outlines theoretical models for the risk assessment and valuation of shares in splits considers key management issues highlighted by the crisis discusses the main lessons to be learned "Andy Adams, with his impressive team of authors has put together a lucid critique of this highly complex subject. Whose fault - managers, advisers, investors or whoever? The evidence and commentary thereon are here for you to decide. Essential reading for the student of any age." —Lord Remnant, Former Chairman AITC "Andrew Adams has compiled the definitive account of not just the splits crisis, its political impact and the lessons for the future, but also the history of splits and the most up to date ways in which they can be valued. The chapters are written in contrasting styles by experts and are self-contained so that readers will be able to dip in and out of whatever interests them. The book is required reading for all those with an interest in financial markets and what happens when they fail." —Christopher Brown, Head of Investment Companies Research, Cazenove

As this book so rightly concludes, the bottom line has to be to provide full information so that the risks can be properly assessed. I congratulate the authors." —Angela Knight, Chief Executive, APCIMS

Big Data in Practice

How 45 Successful Companies Used Big Data Analytics to Deliver Extraordinary Results

The best-selling author of Big Data is back, this time with a unique and in-depth insight into how specific companies use big data. Big data is on the tip of everyone's tongue. Everyone understands its power and importance, but many fail to grasp the actionable steps and resources required to utilise it effectively. This book fills the knowledge gap by showing how major companies are using big data every day, from an up-close, on-the-ground perspective. From technology, media and retail, to sport teams, government agencies and financial institutions, learn the actual strategies and processes being used to learn about customers, improve manufacturing, spur innovation, improve safety and so much more. Organised for easy dip-in navigation, each chapter follows the same structure to give you the information you need quickly. For each company profiled, learn what data was used, what problem it solved and the processes put it place to make it practical, as well as the technical details, challenges and lessons learned from each unique scenario. Learn how predictive analytics helps Amazon, Target, John Deere and Apple understand their customers Discover how big data is behind the success of Walmart, LinkedIn, Microsoft and more Learn how big data is changing medicine, law enforcement, hospitality, fashion, science and banking Develop your own big data strategy by accessing additional reading materials at the end of each chapter

In this book you find out succinctly how leading companies are getting real value from Big Data – highly recommended read!" —Arthur Lee, Vice President of Qlik Analytics at Qlik

Big Data in Banking

With Applications in Finance, Investment, Wealth & Asset Management + WS

Big Data in Banking: With Applications in Finance, Investments, Wealth & Asset Management gives you a deeper understanding of the economics and the technology behind big data applied within the world of Finance, Investments, Wealth and Asset Management, the theories behind it, as well as potential future uses. This book assists you to understand all the buzz and excitement around these innovative technologies. Part I introduces the background of Big Data in non-technical terms, and complements it with general applications within a company (e.g. Human Resources). Part II focuses on the technology and makes comparisons to High Frequency Trading and Trading Strategy development, Data Mining and Risk Management issues and opportunities. Part III covers Client Behaviour, Client Acquisition and retention strategies, as well as Robo Advisors and Investment Processes. Part IV, zooms in on Intellectual Property and Transfer Pricing. Mention is also made of the tension between Ethics, Privacy, Transparency and Trust. It Includes cutting edge proposals to create a Big Data Strategy, how to deal with Applications (build vs. buy). This part concludes by discussing potential future uses of Big Data, Digitization and Data Analytics. A small appendix with basic statistics is provided for people that need more information about this area.

Clear and concise, this accessible guide consolidates a wealth of information into a non-technical overview of the issues and opportunities Big Data brings to the banking industry.

The Public Relations Writer's Handbook

The Digital Age

The second edition of the Public Relations Writer’s Handbook offers a simple, step-by-step approach to creating a wide range of writing, from basic news releases, pitch letters, biographies, and media alerts, to more complex and sophisticated speeches, media campaign proposals, crisis responses, and in-house publications. In addition, the thoroughly expanded and updated second edition shows how to keep up with the best practices of the public relations profession, as well as with the speed made possible and required by the digital age.

THE FIRST EDITION OF The Public Relations Writer’s Handbook has become the gold standard reference in the PR industry. However, since the book was first published, the digital revolution has changed the way we live and do business.

The International Encyclopedia of Media Psychology, 3 Volume Set

The definitive international reference work on how communication technology and media phenomena affect human psychology. The International Encyclopedia of Media Psychology provides a thorough guide to the foundational theories and the exciting new developments within this dynamic field—a growing area of study that investigates how and why human behavior is influenced by interacting with media and technology. Covering a wide range of interdisciplinary methodologies, this comprehensive reference work explores how media affects psychological responses, the ways these responses interact with media variables, and the various methods of empirical analysis for developing models of users’ processing of their media experience. Edited by an internationally-recognized expert in the field, the Encyclopedia contains more than 300 entries written by leading figures and promising young researchers alike, exploring flow theory, media aggression, the Reinforcing Spirals Model (RSM), social identity theory, Fear of Missing Out (FOMO), Joint Media Engagement (JME), audience flow research, gender identification, and many other concepts. Throughout the text, in-depth yet accessible entries illustrate how long-established ideas are providing insight into new phenomena, and how cutting-edge methods are enabling a better understanding of traditional, well-researched topics. Examines psychological theories, process models, and quantitative empirical research Covers advances in psychophysiological and big data methodologies Explores the relation between media use and the development of racial and ethnic identities Discusses new media challenges, developmental issues in children and adults, and non-experimental approaches, and the expanding field of psychological measurement Includes complete cross references, enabling readers to easily find related topics and competing theories Part of The Wiley Blackwell-ICA International Encyclopedias of Communication series, published in conjunction with the International Communication Association. Online version available at http://www.wileyicaencyclopedia.com The International Encyclopedia of Media Psychology is invaluable for psychologists looking to keep current on research on media and communication, for media researchers needing solid background information on psychological theories and processes, and for students and scholars across the social sciences, including psychology, media studies, sociology, political science, information science, and criminology.

Covering a wide range of interdisciplinary methodologies, this comprehensive reference work explores how media affects psychological responses, the ways these responses interact with media variables, and the various methods of empirical ...

Communication in Investigative and Legal Contexts

Integrated Approaches from Forensic Psychology, Linguistics and Law Enforcement

Communication in Investigative and Legal Contexts Despite a number of research studies, there remain significant differences of opinion among psychologists, linguists and other practitioners on how best to describe particular types of questions and communicate most effectively in forensic contexts. Communication in Investigative and Legal Contexts brings clarity to the subject by providing readers with in-depth coverage of the complex area of communication in forensic settings, for example during investigative interviewing of victims, witnesses and suspects/high-interest groups, during discourse in courtrooms, and via legal intermediaries and interpreters. Drawing on knowledge from forensic psychology, linguistics and law enforcement worldwide, the text is unique in bridging the gap between these fields in a definitive guide to best practice, with chapters written by teams bringing together expertise and specialties from each field. Part of the Wiley Series in the Psychology of Crime, Policing and Law, the book is also linked to the International Investigative Interviewing Research Group (iIIRG), a worldwide network of interviewing professionals working with international bodies committed to improving investigative interviewing and ensuring all improvements are underpinned by a robust evidence base. Contributors are sourced from North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, ensuring International relevance.

Drawing on knowledge from forensic psychology, linguistics and law enforcement worldwide, the text is unique in bridging the gap between these fields in a definitive guide to best practice, with chapters written by teams bringing together ...

The Handbook of the Psychology of Communication Technology

The Handbook of the Psychology of Communication Technology offers an unparalleled source for seminal and cutting-edge research on the psychological aspects of communicating with and via emergent media technologies, with leading scholars providing insights that advance our knowledge on human-technology interactions. • A uniquely focused review of extensive research on technology and digital media from a psychological perspective • Authoritative chapters by leading scholars studying psychological aspects of communication technologies • Covers all forms of media from Smartphones to Robotics, from Social Media to Virtual Reality • Explores the psychology behind our use and abuse of modern communication technologies • New theories and empirical findings about ways in which our lives are transformed by digital media

The Handbook of the Psychology of Communication Technology offers an unparalleled source for seminal and cutting-edge research on the psychological aspects of communicating with and via emergent media technologies, with leading scholars ...

Critical Systems Thinking and the Management of Complexity

From the winner of the INCOSE Pioneer Award 2022 The world has become increasingly networked and unpredictable. Decision makers at all levels are required to manage the consequences of complexity every day. They must deal with problems that arise unexpectedly, generate uncertainty, are characterised by interconnectivity, and spread across traditional boundaries. Simple solutions to complex problems are usually inadequate and risk exacerbating the original issues. Leaders of international bodies such as the UN, OECD, UNESCO and WHO — and of major business, public sector, charitable, and professional organizations — have all declared that systems thinking is an essential leadership skill for managing the complexity of the economic, social and environmental issues that confront decision makers. Systems thinking must be implemented more generally, and on a wider scale, to address these issues. An evaluation of different systems methodologies suggests that they concentrate on different aspects of complexity. To be in the best position to deal with complexity, decision makers must understand the strengths and weaknesses of the various approaches and learn how to employ them in combination. This is called critical systems thinking. Making use of over 25 case studies, the book offers an account of the development of systems thinking and of major efforts to apply the approach in real-world interventions. Further, it encourages the widespread use of critical systems practice as a means of ensuring responsible leadership in a complex world. The INCOSE Pioneer Award is presented to someone who, by their achievements in the engineering of systems, has contributed uniquely to major products or outcomes enhancing society or meeting its needs. The criteria may apply to a single outstanding outcome or a lifetime of significant achievements in effecting successful systems. Comments on a previous version of the book: Russ Ackoff: ‘the book is the best overview of the field I have seen’ JP van Gigch: ‘Jackson does a masterful job. The book is lucid ...well written and eminently readable’ Professional Manager (Journal of the Chartered Management Institute): ‘Provides an excellent guide and introduction to systems thinking for students of management’

This is called critical systems thinking. Making use of over 25 case studies, the book offers an account of the development of systems thinking and of major efforts to apply the approach in real-world interventions.