The Wealth of Nations Adam Smith, Edwin Cannan, Alan Krueger (Introduction) Bantam Books If you recall your Econ 101, Smith originally offered his ideas on capitalism and economics in a five-volume set in the late 1700s. His idea that nations become rich based on the wo... More »

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Based in Portland, Oregon, ESCO Corporation (www.escocorp.com) is a global manufacturer of engineered metal parts and components for industrial applications, including construction, power generation, and aerospace. As part of the company's Engineered Products group, ESC... More »

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Learning Executives Briefing (LXB): Is there still a glass ceiling? Does the Old Boys network still rule the business world? O'Reilly: I would have to say yes. I think we would be remiss if we thought that women were paid equally with men and that they have the same job... More »

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