Reveals the author's strategies for taking complete control of one's time and using it to get more done, increasing productivity and income exponentially, including how to make better, faster decision
This guide to buying and selling cars and trucks on the eBay Internet auction site explains the process of putting a vehicle up for auction and how to place a bid on a vehicle, and cites resources for
Updated to provide coverage of present-day concerns in such areas as the economy, the job market, and technological advances, an expanded second edition also includes revised sections on FMLA, health-
Documents some of the practices, tools, and attitudes that can be used to define, plan, and execute projects in a dynamic and fast-paced environment that creates synergy between process and creative f
For well over a decade, Franchising & Licensing has been the standard reference for industry executives, consultants, and academics. Covering every aspect of these complex but highly profitable busine
Kunstler (management, Lesley University) examines the dynamics of historical communities and modern companies where creativity has flourished and pinpoints factors that drive exceptional accomplishmen
Accounting is truly the language of business. Success or failure is measured in dollars, but in order to make good decisions, you need to understand how finances drive business realities and become fl
A guide to the online auction house explains how to navigate the eBay Web site, advertise items, place online bets, evaluate buyers and sellers, offer customer services, and build a profitable e-comme
An award-winning speaker, marketing specialist, and dedicated student of the Wright Brothers uses the experience of the famous first family of flight to create a plan for achieving success that is bas
Companies that lose the trust of customers and investors risk losing much more. Maybe even everything. The recent rash of corporate scandals—and the ensuing financial ruin of companies and
Solomon, director of a consulting firm specializing in online consumer research, looks at the latest research, real-world examples, and current thinking in advertising, sociology, and media studies to
Originally developed at Toyota, the manufacturing process known as kanban helps corporations and suppliers achieve maximum efficiency. This to implementing the kanban system in any manufacturing envir
Bhote updates his system in light of the challenge to business by the twin disasters of September 11 and Enron. He explains how companies using his system can outpace rivals misguided enough to adopt
Manufacturing engineer Brethauer walks engineers and managers through 16 tools and techniques for moving new products from research and development through manufacturing to the market. He concludes wi
The fourth edition of the reference for export/import professionals is revised to include new forms and instructions, new US Customs Service checklists, and new Automated Export System procedures. It
Thomsett, who has written many books and articles on business topics, provides detailed assistance to the business of being a project manager. The second edition expands coverage of jobs in the world
Written for the novice manager, this introductory guide to project management describes the basic process of planning, defining goals, assigning work, scheduling, and monitory progress. It also offer
Schweitzer offers this nontechnical, step-by-step guide to help computer users of all levels to better understand how the Internet works, and how to enjoy the benefits of the Internet while still main
Hutchings, an independent consultant and trainer, offers methods for getting work done at the office while retaining sanity and lowering stress. She gives tips for improving reading speed and memory,
A practical guide to personal management furnishes a collection of the best ideas on how to develop focused goals and plans in seven key areas and addresses such questions as how to balance one's pers
Foley, who rose to the top from a customer service job on AOL, gives women advice and strategies for succeeding in today's economy. In telling the behind-the-scenes story of AOL's start-up days and a
Hiring the Best and the Brightest reveals how successful companies like Goldman Sachs, McKinsey, Bertelsmann, Yahoo!, General Mills, and select startups find and develop their own MBA talent. Incorpor
The many books that urge managers to innovate by citing example after example of successful companies do not really get to the core of the issues involved, say Bean and Radford, who run their own cons
This broad guide for managers and human resources professionals answers the questions that Falcone believes most often plague line and staff managers, hiring supervisors, HR people, and recruiters. It
Written for trainers and managers responsible for workplace teams, this activity book includes a collection of exercises designed to help develop the skills and knowledge needed for team success. Exer
Some 70% of newly hired senior executives leave their positions within the first two years. This book presents a process for ensuring that new leaders and their hiring organizations are able to levera
Cohen (business, California State University, Los Angeles) offers advice on starting and maintaining a consulting career. He provides instruction on understanding clients' needs, marketing the busine
The Dobsons (also authors of Managing up! ) believe there doesn't have to be a contradiction between maintaining principles and taking part in the chess game of office politics. In fact, their guide
Designed for small business owners, this guide to establishing an online presence covers the technical, design, and marketing aspects of the World Wide Web. It offers advice on what to put on a Web s
A guide to the online auction house explains how to navigate the eBay Web site, advertise items, place online bids, evaluate buyers and sellers, offer customer services, and build a profitable e-comme
Provides a step-by-step game plan for firmly planting customer relationship management (CRM) at the core of a company. Presents strategies for delivering optimal customer satisfaction and value in ev
Rugman (international business, Indiana U.) contends that there is no global economy and no homogenous marketplace. In this text for executives and managers, he argues that the vast majority of all bu
"What's the most important factor in becoming a successful salesperson? Is it ambition and drive? Maybe it's enthusiasm. Or, maybe, success in sales just boils down to good old-fashioned hard work. Wh
The power of technology is completely transforming business operations, radically boosting speed, efficiency, and shareholder value. One of the newest and most promising applications of electronic tec
"Cancelled flights, damaged goods, botched bills, locked-up software--these are the service screw-ups that leave customers angry, disgusted...and determined to never buy from you again! But these mad-
Rejecting the notion that business strategy should be geared towards the greatest short-term profit and shareholder value, the authors (both of the School of Business and Entrepreneurship at Nova Sout
Examines traits of "prime movers," that rare breed who create products, services, and industries that literally change the world. Looks at 70 great wealth creators and reveals core characteristics sha
This anecdotal approach to business education examines a variety of decisions that have helped to mold the world of business, from advertising to distribution. Crainer, a business and management writ
Consultant Carucci advises his colleagues on how to overcome the witch-doctor and snake-oil-seller image that has tarnished his profession over the past few years. He identifies three negative roles t
Declares war on corporate mediocrity, offering many examples of companies that fail to perform because their leaders and managers lack the drive to excel. Describes practices and attitudes that chara
