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| Trends 2000: How to Prepare for and Profit from the Changes of the 21st Century | 
 enlarge | Author: Gerald Celente
Publisher: Grand Central Publishing
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  (13 reviews)
Sales Rank: 217040
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Unknown), English (Published)
Media: Paperback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 352
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.2
Dimensions (in): 9 x 6 x 1
ISBN: 0446673315
Dewey Decimal Number: 303.490905
EAN: 9780446673310
ASIN: 0446673315
Publication Date: January 1, 1998
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Product Description
The author heads a company that specializes in trend forecasting. In this guide, he identifies today's hidden, influential trends and reveals how they'll shape the events of the coming century.
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 lucky fluke September 16, 2003
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I read this book a few years ago. Of course it's more fun than science. A lot of the things he predicted didn't come true. But the stuff about clean foods and organic food were of a personal interest to me. When my mom kept raving about "Bread and Circus," her local natural food supermarket that had great produce, I found out it was owned by Whole Foods. Taking a chance, I invested. The stock has doubled. That trend, talked about in the book, was basically the entire reason I got the stock.My review is a lot like this book. There is no guarantee it's going to work for you. There is no guarantee that if you buy a stock based on this book that the company won't go bankrupt tomorrow. But look at another trend he talked about... "picture phones..." they are starting to be seen EVERYWHERE. Once the technology is common enough, you'll see them for cheaper. The thing is, the people who are investing in that trend have already made their money. You just have to buy the right stock and hope that it really catches fire. My advice--earn money the old-fashioned way... through the long, slow process of conservative investment.
A Solid Effort! June 1, 2001
7 out of 8 found this review helpful
Trends 2000 identifies investment opportunities that will help you profit in a future of global radiation poisoning, free, unlimited energy and "techno-tribes" of pioneers who have fled cities in search of safety and clean water. These predictions and many more are made so confidently by author Gerald Calente that he frequently writes of future events - like the creation of contained cold fusion - in the past tense. The book includes headlines and stories from the Associated Press and newspapers such as the Wall Street Journal, New York Times and USA Today to back up its bold prognostications. While shaded by his own political leanings, Calente does point out some disturbing trends, like the steady decay of the Russian nuclear power infrastructure. He also cites some trends that are truly thought-provoking, like the competitive advantage gained by the U.S. through the "English language monopoly" created by the rapid spread of its technology. We [...] recommend this book for investors, entrepreneurs and executives looking to identify overlooked trends in society and alternative views of the future.
 Trends 2000 : How to Prepare for and Profit from the Changes March 25, 2000
5 out of 6 found this review helpful
This book has some very insightful "Trendposts" as the author refers to them. One example was "the newfocus on health will become a powerful trend, creating both confusion and job opportunities: In response to an obvious and growing demand, a number of new professions will be creatd - among them, vitamin counselor.
Trends 200--A Must Read February 29, 2000
18 out of 19 found this review helpful
As a radio talk show host I have interviewed over 1,000 authors and professionals. Gerry Celente is not only an exciting radio guest, but he has written what I believe to be one of the most important and dynamic books of the year. Trends 2000 is a blueprint for living in the 21st Century. Whether you're interested in the emerging job market, the economic shifts affecting the global society, the re-structuring of politics or the technological advances that will most affect us and our families, Trend 2000 is a must read. It is not surprising that Gerry Celente appears frequently on CNN and is in constant demand as a speaker at corporate meetings around the world. I highly recommend this book to anyone wishing to dig behind the headlines and evening news broadcasts to discover how to take advantage of the major shifts taking place both here and around the globe.
 Boring! January 23, 2000
2 out of 19 found this review helpful
I am a seventh grader and for my anual quarter book I had to read Trends 2000. My assignment was to read only four chapters of the book, in any area that I choose.But even four chapters of the book was very dull and I do not recomend anyone to read this book.
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