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Paperback. Condition: Good. Confusing Textbooks? Missed Lectures? Not Enough Time? Fortunately for you, there's Schaum's Outlines. More than 40 million students have trusted Schaum's to help them succeed in the classroom and on exams. Schaum's is the key to faster learning and higher grades in every subject. Each Outline presents all the essential course information in an easy-to-follow, topic-by-topic format. You also get hundreds of examples, solved problems, and practice exercises to test your skills. This Schaum's Outline gives you Practice problems with full explanations that reinforce knowledgeCoverage of the most up-to-date developments in your course fieldIn-depth review of practices and applications Fully compatible with your classroom text, Schaum's highlights all the important facts you need to know. Use Schaum's to shorten your study time-and get your best test scores! Schaum's Outlines-Problem Solved. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Packed with fun, engaging activities, "The Big Book of Sales Games" gives you simple, fast, and enjoyable ways to train and motivate sales staff - or yourself - for selling success. Learn how to: master up-selling techniques for increased order value; polish communication skills to win sales and customer loyalty; tailor features and benefits to reach difficult buyers; sell more in any situation - on the phone, at the store, or in the field; build team spirit among your sales staff.Ideal for individual development as well as group training, meetings, and presentations, this entertaining and effective book is the right tool for all sales, and sales management jobs! You can play your way to higher sales. You can toy with Success. You can say when you have to say no. It provides the great sales debate. It includes problem-busters. Sing for your supper - I object! - It's not just a fruit. You can have product partners. Would you like fries with your burger? It shows how to: make it personal; mission possible; think on your feet; hidden rapport; amateur architects; and more! The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Winner of Disneys iParenting Media Award for Best Product Easy naptime solutions that really work--without any tears. Kathy Lynn, President,Parenting TodayNaps: Children need them. Parents want them. Here are the tools to make them happen. Maureen A. Doolan Boyle, Executive Director,MOST (Mothers of Supertwins), Inc.Does your child: nap only in your arms, a sling, a swing, or the car?require elaborate rituals before sleeping?get fussy, act cranky, or have tantrums due to lack of sleep?take very short naps--or none at all? Naps are important to a child's mood, well-being, and development. The No-Cry Nap Solution offers you a proven formula to allow your baby, toddler, or preschooler to get daily restorative rest. You'll learn gentle, loving, tear-free techniques, developed by world-renowned parenting expert Elizabeth Pantley and tested by hundreds of families around the world, guaranteed to help you: Convince any child to nap every dayEffortlessly settle your child for naptime in his or her own bedTurn short, fitful naps into long, peaceful onesEstablish a nap schedule that works for you and your childEasily adapt nap routines to your child's developing needsConfidently deal with sudden changes, nap strikes, and travel. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Fair. Confusing Textbooks? Missed Lectures? Not Enough Time? Fortunately for you, there's Schaum's Outlines. More than 40 million students have trusted Schaum's to help them succeed in the classroom and on exams. Schaum's is the key to faster learning and higher grades in every subject. Each Outline presents all the essential course information in an easy-to-follow, topic-by-topic format. You also get hundreds of examples, solved problems, and practice exercises to test your skills. This Schaum's Outline gives you Practice problems with full explanations that reinforce knowledgeCoverage of the most up-to-date developments in your course fieldIn-depth review of practices and applications Fully compatible with your classroom text, Schaum's highlights all the important facts you need to know. Use Schaum's to shorten your study time-and get your best test scores! Schaum's Outlines-Problem Solved. A readable copy of the book which may include some defects such as highlighting and notes. Cover and pages may be creased and show discolouration.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. "'Who am I? Where am I going? Why do I feel so stuck?' Keren Smedley's new book poses those difficult questions to help challenge old ways of thinking and offers positive tools and ideas to help us move forward." THE SUNDAY TIMES"They say 50 is the new 30. With insight, positivity, and brimming with practical ideas and solutions, this book shows us how reaching for the stars at 50+, is both achievable and empowering." Jo Hemmings, Behavioural Psychologist and Relationship Coach"When you arrive at the last page of Keren Smedley's wise and entertaining advice, studded with anecdotes and mental exercises, you will not only know more about yourself, you will anticipate a lot more joy from your future." Irma Kurtz, writer, broadcaster and Agony Aunt for Cosmopolitan"Short on waffle, long on research, crammed with useful information, suggestions, practical tools and exercises." Tim Willis, Editor, High50.com"I would recommend this book to any 50-something who is starting to think about what they do next - or those who act as line manager, mentor or coach to individuals who need to address this challenge." Martin Ellis, Partner, Grant Thornton UK LLP"Throughout, you feel Keren Smedley is with you, right there knowing, listening, teaching, even beaming. All of us over 50 should read it and do what she proposes. So should everyone on the way to 50 for that matter." Nancy Kline, Time to Think Coaching, UK"This excellent book is full of ideas to start afresh and develop a positive outlook on life. Course participants share their challenges and this helps the reader to reflect on their own circumstances. This book prepares the reader for their future." Professor Stephen Palmer PhD, Centre for Coaching, London, UKAge no longer defines what you can or can't do: don't fear it, embrace it! It is possible for someone who has entered the second half of their life to start a new career, get remarried, have a young family, run a marathon, travel the world, take up a new high-risk sport or start a new business. In Live the Life you Love at 50+, life and business coach Keren Smedley shows you how to do just that - through following groundbreaking coaching exercises that led hundreds of her clients to success. Discover how to: Identify your values and beliefsCreate a personal vision for your lifeDevelop the skills and strategies neededLearn how to encourage and praise yourself all the way With this life changing coaching technique, you will learn how to define your personal life vision and reach your dreams with ease. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Fine. A breakthrough approach for a good night's sleep--with no tears There are two schools of thought for encouraging babies to sleep through the night: the hotly debated Ferber technique of letting the baby "cry it out," or the grin-and-bear-it solution of getting up from dusk to dawn as often as necessary. If you don't believe in letting your baby cry it out, but desperately want to sleep, there is now a third option, presented in Elizabeth Pantley's sanity-saving book The No-Cry Sleep Solution. Pantley's successful solution has been tested and proven effective by scores of mothers and their babies from across the United States, Canada, and Europe. Based on her research, Pantley's guide provides you with effective strategies to overcoming naptime and nighttime problems. The No-Cry Sleep Solution offers clearly explained, step-by-step ideas that steer your little ones toward a good night's sleep--all with no crying. Tips from The No-Cry Sleep Solution: Uncover the stumbling blocks that prevent baby from sleeping through the night Determine--and work with--baby's biological sleep rhythms Create a customized, step-by-step plan to get baby to sleep through the night Use the Persistent Gentle Removal System to teach baby to fall asleep without breast-feeding, bottlefeeding, or using a pacifier.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The Right Phrase for Every SituationEvery Time These days, it's not enough to work for a good cause or worthy organization. If you want to receive funding from a corporation, community, foundation, or government institution, it all comes down to one thing: your proposal. With hundreds of ready-to-use Perfect Phrases, you'll quickly know the right words to use for the three major sections of every successful grant proposal: How to introduce yourself, your program, and your achievementsHow to describe your goals-and what funding will accomplishWhat you should include as your supporting documents With this comprehensive, user-friendly approach to grant writing, you'll be able to tackle the various proposal formats, create a professional purpose statement, and back up your plan with solid data. Plus, you'll discover some insider secrets that will really get the attention you want-and the funding you need. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. For over 45 years, McKinsey & Company's Gene Zelazny has been showing McKinsey consultants and professionals around the world how to plan, design, and deliver effective business presentations_and how to improve and expand their repertoire of presentation skills. Now in this revised and expanded edition of Say It With Presentations, Mr. Zelazny brings together his years of valuable communication experience to show managers_even those with little or no presentation experience_how to prepare winning presentations using his proven methodology and the full range of PowerPoint techniques. Written in a clear, highly engaging style, this essential business tool covers everything from defining the situationto developing the right mix of visual aids to interest your audience without overpowering them. Say It With Presentations features a wealth of practical information on: Selecting the best medium_traditional standup presentation, discussion meeting, video conference, or virtual presentation Designing your presentation_knowing what to put in and what to leave outDetermining your message_how to make it clear, direct, and appropriate for the intended audience Writing the presentation_crafting the most effective story line, introduction, and endingMaking the most of visuals_including computer-driven onscreen presentations with animation, scanned images, sound, video, and linksCreating charts, text visuals, and storyboards_to produce the most attractive and convincing presentationProjecting confidence, conviction, and enthusiasm_to hold audience attention and generate interest in your ideasRehearsing the presentation_to search out imperfections and make the event as compelling as possibleSetting up facilities and equipment_to ensure that everything is working smoothly and geared for a first-rate presentationApplying your delivery skills_putting together all the oral, video, and audio effects and delivering them at the right paceGetting used to answering questions_by preparing for and anticipating post-presentation queries from the audience Filled with scores of helpful illustrations, this wide-ranging sourcebook also explains how to take humor seriously and incorporate it into a presentationand how to use the Audience Bill of Rights to focus clearly on the needs of the audience. Comprehensive and completely up to date, the new edition of Say It With Presentations contains all the skills-building information, methods, tips, and pointers that business professionals need to win over clients and reap greater financial rewards. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This is the first Six Sigma primer written especially for employees. Six Sigma has gained an avid following among executives and managers for its ability to reduce cycle time, eliminate product defects, and dramatically increase customer involvement and satisfaction. But Six Sigma can't work without widespread employee involvement and commitment. "What Is Six Sigma?" explains, for employees, the core ideas behind Six Sigma, the crucial roles and responsibilities employees have in a Six Sigma initiative, and how Six Sigma can benefit them.This concise introduction to Six Sigma explains what questions to ask when Six Sigma is first introduced in an organization, then answers those questions in straightforward and easy-to-read style. Look to it for real-world descriptions of: the fundamentals and foundations of Six Sigma; the essential roles employees play in Six Sigma; the changes and challenges they are likely to see; and, case studies of employees using Six Sigma to identify - and correct - major problems. More than a "quality" program, Six Sigma is a business initiative that helps every area of an organization meet the changing needs of its customers, profitably. "What Is Six Sigma?" will help spread the message of Six Sigma around any organization simply and clearly. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Good. Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. A dozen fiendishly fun projects for the Raspberry Pi! This wickedly inventive guide shows you how to create all kinds of entertaining and practical projects with Raspberry Pi operating system and programming environment. In Raspberry Pi Projects for the Evil Genius, youll learn how to build a Bluetooth-controlled robot, a weather station, home automation and security controllers, a universal remote, and even a minimalist website. Youll also find out how to establish communication between Android devices and the RasPi. Each fun, inexpensive Evil Genius project includes a detailed list of materials, sources for parts, schematics, and lots of clear, well-illustrated instructions for easy assembly. The larger workbook-style layout makes following the step-by-step instructions a breeze. Build these and other devious devices: LED blinker MP3 player Camera controller Bluetooth robot Earthquake detector Home automation controller Weather station Home security controller RFID door latch Remote power controller Radon detector Make Great Stuff! TAB, an imprint of McGraw-Hill Professional, is a leading publisher of DIY technology books for makers, hackers, and electronics hobbyists. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.

Paperback. Condition: Good. A breakthrough approach for a good night's sleep--with no tears There are two schools of thought for encouraging babies to sleep through the night: the hotly debated Ferber technique of letting the baby "cry it out," or the grin-and-bear-it solution of getting up from dusk to dawn as often as necessary. If you don't believe in letting your baby cry it out, but desperately want to sleep, there is now a third option, presented in Elizabeth Pantley's sanity-saving book The No-Cry Sleep Solution. Pantley's successful solution has been tested and proven effective by scores of mothers and their babies from across the United States, Canada, and Europe. Based on her research, Pantley's guide provides you with effective strategies to overcoming naptime and nighttime problems. The No-Cry Sleep Solution offers clearly explained, step-by-step ideas that steer your little ones toward a good night's sleep--all with no crying. Tips from The No-Cry Sleep Solution: Uncover the stumbling blocks that prevent baby from sleeping through the night Determine--and work with--baby's biological sleep rhythms Create a customized, step-by-step plan to get baby to sleep through the night Use the Persistent Gentle Removal System to teach baby to fall asleep without breast-feeding, bottlefeeding, or using a pacifier. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Let a franchising guru show you how it's done. A multimillionaire who built Action International up from ahome-based operation to the 16th fastest growing franchise in theworld in just twelve years, with nearly 1,000 franchises worldwide,Brad Sugars is one of the most successful franchising expertsin the world. With the help of real-life examples, including KFC,Subway, and Howard Johnson's, Sugars arms you with powerfulinformation you can put into action-immediately. You'll discover: Everything you need to know about buying a franchiseHow to franchise your own businessThe pros and cons of franchising versus licensingInsider tips for selling a franchise Get real results right now when you discover all that Instant Success has to offer! Instant Advertising * Instant Cashflow * Instant Leads * Instant Profit * Instant Promotions *Instant Referrals * Instant Repeat Business * Instant Sales * Instant Team Building *The Business Coach * The Real Estate Coach * Successful Franchising * Billionaire in Training. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Fair. CHANGE YOUR COMPANY. CHANGE THE LIVES OF OTHERS. CHANGE THE WORLD.An INFLUENCER leads change. An INFLUENCER replaces bad behaviorswith powerful new skills. An INFLUENCER makes things happen. This is what it takes to be an INFLUENCER. Whether you're a CEO, a parent, or merely a person who wants to make a difference, you probably wish you hadmore influence with the people in your life. But most of us stop trying to make change happen because we believe itis too difficult, if not impossible. We learn to cope rather than learning to influence. From the bestselling authors who taught the world how to have Crucial Conversations comes the new editionof Influencer, a thought-provoking book that combines the remarkable insights of behavioral scientists and business leaders with the astonishing stories of high-powered influencers from all walks of life. You'll be taughteach and every step of the influence process--including robust strategies for making change inevitable in yourpersonal life, your business, and your world. You'll learn how to: Identify high-leverage behaviors that lead to rapid and profound changeApply strategies for changing both thoughts and actionsMarshal six sources of influence to make change inevitable Influencer takes you on a fascinating journey from San Francisco to Thailand to South Africa, where you'll see how seemingly "insignificant" people are making incredibly significant improvements in solving problems others would think impossible. You'll learn how savvy folks make change not only achievable and sustainable, but inevitable. You'll discover breakthrough ways of changing the key behaviors that lead to greater safety, productivity, quality, and customer service. No matter who you are or what you do, you'll never learn a more valuable or important set of principles andskills. Once you tap into the power of influence, you can reach out and help others work smarter, grow faster,live, look, and feel better--and even save lives. The sky is the limit . . . for an Influencer. PRAISE FOR INFLUENCER:"AN INSTANT CLASSIC! Whether you're leading change or changing your life, this book delivers." -- Stephen R. Covey, author of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People "Ideas can change the worldbut only when coupled with influence--the ability to change hearts, minds, and behavior. This book provides a practical approach to lead change and empower us all to make a difference." -- Muhammad Yunus, Nobel Peace Prize Winner "Influencing human behavior is one of the most difficult challenges faced by leaders. This book provides powerful insight into how to make behavior change that will last." -- Sidney Taurel, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Eli Lilly and Company "If you are truly motivated to make productive changes in your life, don't put down this book until you reach the last page. Whether dealing with a recalcitrant teen, doggedly resistant coworkers, or a personal frustration that 'no one ever wants to hear my view,' Influencer can help guide you in making the changes that put you in the driver's seat." -- Deborah Norville, anchor of Inside Edition and bestselling author. A readable copy of the book which may include some defects such as highlighting and notes. Cover and pages may be creased and show discolouration.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A market maker reveals how he: times entry and exit points for minimum risk, maximum profit; combines fundamental and technical analysis; and, controls his environment every day, with every trade! Hundreds of books, written from the buy-side viewpoint of the successful trader, promise day trading success. "The Market Maker's Edge" is the first book to turn the tables, working from the sell side to explain how the market maker routinely maintains the upper hand, seizing profits while controlling risk in today's volatile marketplace.Written by a Josh Lukeman - a Morgan Stanley Dean Witter market maker who has honed his skills for years - "The Market Maker's Edge" reveals: 4 signals for spotting - and profiting from - a developing trend; important risk control concepts every trader must know to protect against losses; advanced trading strategies based on recurring technical patterns; and, today's top market makers operate in intensely competitive atmosphere, with millions of dollars at stake. "The Market Maker's Edge" is today's only trading book written from inside the market maker's domain. Use it to open the door, and shed light on the trading tactics used by Wall Street's most powerful market making institutions. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Following on from his two best-selling training titles "100 Training Games" and "101 More Training Games", Gary Kroehnert has produced another set of fun, lively, educational games to enhance performance at work. "102 More Training Games" introduces a whole new set of simulations, role-plays and exercises for trainers and educators to apply to all different work situations and types of organisations. Gary has used his familiar tried and tested game categories, which have proven to be successful and effective: Icebreaker, Team building, Communication Facilitator/presentation skills, Mid-course energiser, Problem solving, Learning Perception, Evaluation, and Self-management. The games focus on developing skills in communication, team work and perception in a fun, easy way, applicable to one-on-one or groups. This book is an essential tool for training managers, facilitators, supervisors, human resource managers and consultants in all fields of business and education. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The bestselling Foundations of Marketing by David Jobber and John Fahy is back in a contemporary and engaging third edition. It offers comprehensive coverage of the essentials of marketing in a concise and student-friendly format, firmly rooting theory in real marketing practice. With its wealth of captivating examples, concise 12-chapter structure, and characteristic accessible style, it remains the ideal text for students on introductory marketing courses. What's new: * Coverage of the latest developments in marketing practice, such as experiential marketing, neuro marketing, multi-channel marketing and buzz marketing * Brand new end-of-chapter cases including YouTube, Innocent Drinks, Sony Playstation, Nike and Oasis clothing * New Ethical Debate boxes stimulate student discussions about socially responsible practice * New Technology Focus boxes examine the growing impact of digital technologies on marketing. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Fighting Back' represents a comprehensive analysis of a major industrial problem: bullying.The book sets out a practical and strategic approach for dealing withand combating a very serious problem.Tony Young, President, T.U.C.This is a long awaited and welcome book. It contains the straightforward advicethat people being bullied have been asking for and have yet to receive.Baroness Gould, House of LordsThis is an outstanding, plain-talking manual that explains exactly how bullies operate at variouslevels, how victims can protect themselves and how the bullying behaviour can be effectivelycountered. Highly recommended for individuals, managers and concerned colleagues.Tim Roberts, Partner, Peace Makers UK, reviewer and journalist,visiting lecturer at University of LiverpoolFighting Back is a hard-hitting, authoritative guide to combating bullying in thework place. Taking a simple, straightforward approach, this book looks at how torecognise a bully, how to protect yourself, how to gather evidence, and the steps to taketo make an immediate and lasting difference.This book features real life case studies, which will arm those being bullied with realisticadvice to remedy the situation. Practical and inspirational, the book shows you how to:develop assertive behaviourgain control and assert your rightsrecognise stressful behaviour and deal with it positivelyrecognise when you are being bullied and when you are nottackle flaming (a form of bullying via e-mail)If the bullying persists, the book provides you with practical advice and information onthe tribunal and legal issues both in the UK and Europe. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Are you wondering why everyone else appears to have a career plan? Is it true that only the most aggressive and power hungry people get what they want?How to Take Control of your Career, adapted from John Lees earlier book, How to Get the Perfect Promotion, is a practical guide to developing the best career strategy for you. Drawing on the experience of high performers, it shows you how to overcome mental and physical barriers, make the best visible impact, and negotiate your job content, career advancement and pay. It will help you to get inside the mind of your employer; find out what makes them tick, and how you can use this information to your advantage. The book also examines how to raise and maintain a good profile as well as how to understand and manage others peoples perceptions of you. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A breakthrough approach for a good night's sleep--with no tears There are two schools of thought for encouraging babies to sleep through the night: the hotly debated Ferber technique of letting the baby "cry it out," or the grin-and-bear-it solution of getting up from dusk to dawn as often as necessary. If you don't believe in letting your baby cry it out, but desperately want to sleep, there is now a third option, presented in Elizabeth Pantley's sanity-saving book The No-Cry Sleep Solution. Pantley's successful solution has been tested and proven effective by scores of mothers and their babies from across the United States, Canada, and Europe. Based on her research, Pantley's guide provides you with effective strategies to overcoming naptime and nighttime problems. The No-Cry Sleep Solution offers clearly explained, step-by-step ideas that steer your little ones toward a good night's sleep--all with no crying. Tips from The No-Cry Sleep Solution: Uncover the stumbling blocks that prevent baby from sleeping through the night Determine--and work with--baby's biological sleep rhythms Create a customized, step-by-step plan to get baby to sleep through the night Use the Persistent Gentle Removal System to teach baby to fall asleep without breast-feeding, bottlefeeding, or using a pacifier. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This is a hands-on implementation guide to the bestselling "The Six Sigma Way". Six Sigma is today's most talked-about, and successful, business improvement initiative. "The Six Sigma Way Team Fieldbook" goes beyond theory to explain the tools and procedures a project leader or team needs to implement a Six Sigma improvement project. Designed as a step-by-step implementation manual, it explains how to use Six Sigma methods to identify products and processes that need improvement, then use a proactive approach to either improve or redesign them - boosting performance, reducing costs, and/or increasing customer satisfaction.Written by three veteran consultants and trainers to GE and other top corporate Six Sigma initiatives, "The Six Sigma Way Team Fieldbook" covers dozens of essential tools and basic statistical techniques needed to execute Six Sigma projects in any organizational environment. Written in a concise, how-to format, and with dozens of data-gathering forms, checklists, and worksheets, it provides Black Belts, Green Belts, and team members with the information they need, including: what a Six Sigma project team needs to know before it gets started; a five-step guide to leading a Six Sigma team through DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control); and, when and how to use thirty-five six sigma improvement tools and techniques. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. A dozen fiendishly fun projects for the Raspberry Pi! This wickedly inventive guide shows you how to create all kinds of entertaining and practical projects with Raspberry Pi operating system and programming environment. In Raspberry Pi Projects for the Evil Genius, youll learn how to build a Bluetooth-controlled robot, a weather station, home automation and security controllers, a universal remote, and even a minimalist website. Youll also find out how to establish communication between Android devices and the RasPi. Each fun, inexpensive Evil Genius project includes a detailed list of materials, sources for parts, schematics, and lots of clear, well-illustrated instructions for easy assembly. The larger workbook-style layout makes following the step-by-step instructions a breeze. Build these and other devious devices: LED blinker MP3 player Camera controller Bluetooth robot Earthquake detector Home automation controller Weather station Home security controller RFID door latch Remote power controller Radon detector Make Great Stuff! TAB, an imprint of McGraw-Hill Professional, is a leading publisher of DIY technology books for makers, hackers, and electronics hobbyists. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. In this exciting resource book, two of today's acknowledged games masters serve up a cookbook of activities that anyone leading a meeting or giving a presentation can use to break the ice, generate a lively discussion, or simply give a group a 'breather' from the monotony of a boring staff meeting or presentation. Each of the 75 group games and activities here is adapted from the best-selling "Games Trainers Play" series and shortened to suit the needs of managers and team leaders for use with their departments, staff, or committees. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. "This book is a treasure. Read it, devour it, use it, and find that job you once dreamed about but had almost given up on." Richard Nelson Bolles, author of What Color Is Your Parachute?"I've had the pleasure of working with John over several years where he has been a regular speaker at I Am events, on the theme of finding a job you love. John's talks never fail to inspire; the advice he gives is always very well received, insightful and most importantly, of a practical nature. From both my own personal perspective and that of our delegates, I can't recommend How to Get a Job You Love enough!" Debbie Hockham, Director, I Am Enterprises"A great book, full of insight and practical ideas. We spend much of our lives at work. It is important for us, and those around us, that we enjoy and are fulfilled byour work. And productivity and creativity come when we are passionate about our work. If you are not, work out how to be - read John's book." Gill Rider, President, Chartered Institute of Personnel & DevelopmentHow to Get a Job You Love, the UK's definitive careers guidebook, has undergone its biggest update in over a decade. This revamped and substantially updated edition reflects the latest changes in the rapidly evolving UK job market.Put simply, How to Get a Job You Love provides all of the inspiration and motivation needed embark on a change of career, or to identify what sort of career you want in the first place. It's also packed full of practical hints, tips and useful resources. Insightful exercises and activities guide the reader on a path of discovery to help identify their skills, passions and motivators and find ways to apply these to their professional and personal lives. New features in the 2015/16 edition include: How to reinvigorate your work after the recession, particularly for those who have hidden in safe jobsHow to navigate the hidden job market through networking and social mediaHow to shorten the length of your job searchBrand new exercises to draw out your hidden skills and valuesNew insights into how employers prefer to recruit Up-to-date interview tips from recruitment expertsAdvice on how to perform well in your first 90 days in a new role "This is a clearly written, supportive book, which gives you the right tools to tap into your own strengths to make that meaningful career move. In particular, Ilove the way Lees draws on the wisdom or experience of a wide range of people (Ozwald Boateng, Carl Jung, Lily Tomlin .), past and present, who have helpfulviews on life and work." Lucy Beresford, psychotherapist, broadcaster andAgony Aunt for Psychologies and author ofHappy Relationships at Home, Work & Play (2013)"As the market morphs, a wealth of practical suggestions on how to land your dream job." Suchi Mukherjee, Managing Director, Gumtree.com"An authoritative British voice in careers coaching." The Times"I love John's really practical 'how-to' guides - over the years I have recommended them to clients, family and friends, as they are full of ideas on how to unlock thepotential opportunities you have when seeking a job or career change. Life is too short not to love your job and this wonderfully practical book will help you securethe perfect job for you. It is filled with a number of creative tools and techniques that are fun to work through and will provide you with new insights and ideas thatwill encourage you to think in a whole new way." Brigit Egan, Director, Oakridge Training and Consulting"John Lees' advice on careers is always useful and interesting and often surprising and even fascinating. From getting ahead to changing your career completely, this book is a great guide to navigating the treacherous waters of the modern workplace." Rhymer Rigby, writer of the FT's Careerist column andauthor of 28 Business Thinkers Who ChangedThe World and The Careerist. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Help your employees to excel in dealing with the public with this stimulating, fun-filled collection of customer service training games. Designed not only to teach important skills but also to spark enthusiasm and a high level of involvement in the participants, these games utilize entertaining and instructive techniques such as role-playing, charades, brainstorming, and debate. As a result of these exercises, employees will learn how to create a rapport with the customer, how to focus on the unique needs of individual customers, how to maintain a positive attitude, and more. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Start a steady stream of leads flowing into your business. Trying to grow a business without a steady supply of freshleads is like trying to drive across the country on a single tankof gas. With everything on your plate, who has time to chaseafter new leads? Don't panic. Self-made millionaire Brad Sugars shows you whygenerating a constant flow of hot leads isn't nearly as complicatedas you might think. Discover how to: Run killer print ads, radio campaigns, and mailingsForm strategic alliances with suppliers and local businessesUse promotional offers and guarantees to set yourselfapart from the herdMake sure your plans are cost-effective with abreak even analysis Get real results right now when you discover all that Instant Success has to offer! Instant Advertising * Instant Cashflow * Instant Profit * Instant Promotions * Instant Referrals * Instant Repeat Business * Instant Sales * Instant Systems * Instant Team Building * The Business Coach * The Real Estate Coach * Successful Franchising * Billionaire in Training. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. CHANGE YOUR COMPANY. CHANGE THE LIVES OF OTHERS. CHANGE THE WORLD.An INFLUENCER leads change. An INFLUENCER replaces bad behaviorswith powerful new skills. An INFLUENCER makes things happen. This is what it takes to be an INFLUENCER. Whether you're a CEO, a parent, or merely a person who wants to make a difference, you probably wish you hadmore influence with the people in your life. But most of us stop trying to make change happen because we believe itis too difficult, if not impossible. We learn to cope rather than learning to influence. From the bestselling authors who taught the world how to have Crucial Conversations comes the new editionof Influencer, a thought-provoking book that combines the remarkable insights of behavioral scientists and business leaders with the astonishing stories of high-powered influencers from all walks of life. You'll be taughteach and every step of the influence process--including robust strategies for making change inevitable in yourpersonal life, your business, and your world. You'll learn how to: Identify high-leverage behaviors that lead to rapid and profound changeApply strategies for changing both thoughts and actionsMarshal six sources of influence to make change inevitable Influencer takes you on a fascinating journey from San Francisco to Thailand to South Africa, where you'll see how seemingly "insignificant" people are making incredibly significant improvements in solving problems others would think impossible. You'll learn how savvy folks make change not only achievable and sustainable, but inevitable. You'll discover breakthrough ways of changing the key behaviors that lead to greater safety, productivity, quality, and customer service. No matter who you are or what you do, you'll never learn a more valuable or important set of principles andskills. Once you tap into the power of influence, you can reach out and help others work smarter, grow faster,live, look, and feel better--and even save lives. The sky is the limit . . . for an Influencer. PRAISE FOR INFLUENCER:"AN INSTANT CLASSIC! Whether you're leading change or changing your life, this book delivers." -- Stephen R. Covey, author of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People "Ideas can change the worldbut only when coupled with influence--the ability to change hearts, minds, and behavior. This book provides a practical approach to lead change and empower us all to make a difference." -- Muhammad Yunus, Nobel Peace Prize Winner "Influencing human behavior is one of the most difficult challenges faced by leaders. This book provides powerful insight into how to make behavior change that will last." -- Sidney Taurel, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Eli Lilly and Company "If you are truly motivated to make productive changes in your life, don't put down this book until you reach the last page. Whether dealing with a recalcitrant teen, doggedly resistant coworkers, or a personal frustration that 'no one ever wants to hear my view,' Influencer can help guide you in making the changes that put you in the driver's seat." -- Deborah Norville, anchor of Inside Edition and bestselling author. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Six Sigma can be a complex and intimidating subject, with its emphasis on statistics and charts. Novices to the Six Sigma approach will appreciate a slim primer that gives an overview and practical advice on how to implement Six Sigma practices in everyday business. Six Sigma for Managers offers 24 lessons that explain the fundamentals of Six Sigma in bite-sized chapters. For example: Eliminate defects, cut costsUse statisticsChoose projects carefullyMeasure smartMap the process. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Learn Spanish through crossword puzzles! Easy Spanish Crossword Puzzles offers you an entertaining but effective way of expanding your knowledge of the Spanish language and culture. The crucigramas in this book cover a wide variety of topics that will challenge and help you develop your Spanish-language skills. Easy Spanish Crossword Puzzles features two levels of difficulty. In the first half of the book, you will find simple English-to-Spanish puzzles that explore topics of grammar and culture normally addressed at the beginning of Spanish studies. In the second half, the puzzles are all in Spanish and thus are somewhat more difficult. If you have difficulty with a puzzle clue, solutions are provided at the back of the book. Includes: 14 puzzles with English clues and Spanish answers 18 puzzles with Spanish clues and English answers 12 puzzles with both Spanish clues and answers. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The fun way to lift morale in any work group! Did you know that games can be a terrifically effective way to build team spirit, communication, and trust among people who work together day in and day out? Team-building games and activities are so stimulating and enjoyable that everyone in the department actually looks forward to them! Now you can choose from 70 varied and imaginative games and activities that have been specifically designed for the manager who's looking to: raise sagging morale in a department; liven up boring staff meetings; improve communication; promote a culture of harmony and cooperation; and have fun with your work team. Each of these games is fast, creative, easy-to-lead, and will help you accomplish your team building goals. Learn valuable tips on how to present games and how to select activities for particular situations. Get essential advice on what not to do when leading games, and much more! The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Get pregnant--naturally!The Fertility Diet reveals startling new research from the landmark Nurses' Health Study, which shows that the food you eat can boost your fertility. The book prescribes ten simple changes in diet and activity that can increase your chances of getting pregnant.These changes include: Cutting back on red meat and trans fats Getting protein and iron from veggies and nutsChoosing whole-fat milk and even ice creamDrinking coffee, tea, and alcohol in moderationLosing weight (if needed) and exercising The Nurses' Health Study exhaustively examined the effects of diet and other lifestyle changes on fertility among nearly 20,000 female nurses. Two of the study's lead researchers translate its groundbreaking findings into changes you can put into practice today, setting the stage for a healthy pregnancy and forming the foundation for an eating strategy that will serve you well for the rest of your life. The Fertility Diet also offers a week's worth of meal plans and delicious recipes that will make following the guildelines easy and tasty. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.