No investment strategy has created more millionaires that real estate… even in less-than-stellar markets. This new edition of the bestselling Are You Dumb Enough to Be Rich? empowers readers to take t
Nearly all managers dream of being inspiring leaders who elicit the most from their people. But while they may understand the skills needed to manage their teams, very few know how to put their knowle
Upshaw, a brand and marketing consultant, shows businesses of all sizes how to build a more motivated workforce, increase customer loyalty, and bolster credibility among stakeholders by convincing cus
Mortgage banking is one of the fastest growing industries in the country. In the next few years, home purchases are expected to run into the trillions, creating more opportunity than ever for people s
Provides advice on selling merchandise on eBay, covering such topics as startup, building inventory, creating a Website, shipping, billing, and marketing products.
"Some people just can’t take criticism. And some people just can’t give it--not in a positive, motivating, mutually beneficial manner, anyway. That’s too bad, because criticism is essential to many as
"While it can be rewarding to raise an extremely bright child-quick, curious, sensitive, and introspective-it's also a daunting challenge. Parents need insight into their own motivations (as well as
The Regional Vice President of the National Apartment Association (NAA) offers his insights on property management here in 10 concise chapters. Advice covers investment, financials (including cash flo
If you’re like most sales leaders, your incentive program is a constant challenge, as you try to jumpstart sales, energize a geographically dispersed and autonomous workforce, and motivate salespeople
"If you've been thinking about buying a co-op, condo, or townhouse, you probably know that you can't get much useful information from the books about buying houses. The obstacles you face are differen
All too often, solving tough work issues can become a tug of war as clashing departments, priorities, personality styles, and other concerns threaten to destroy any possibility of a successful conclus
As demand for real estate has skyrocketed, so have prices. But finding affordable properties to buy and sell for profit has actually never been easier! Why? Because foreclosures are at an all-time hig
"The ""numbers"" were achieved. The workshops attended. Most people in your organization have gotten their ""isms"" under control. But here you are again, recycling yet another round of costly diversi
No managerial or administrative task is as universally dreaded as the performance review. Supervisors may know the points they need to get across, but putting them on paper is another matter. This boo
Weiss, retired president of an executive education firm, has added new material to reflect recent developments in employment law and Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) guidelines, plus a n
Written for business professionals, this guide offers instructions for articulating ideas clearly and persuasively. Leech (a presentations consultant and speech coach) gives advice on organizing pres
Everyone has had one a colleague or client who makes going to work a trial and a terror. Scott, a Bay Area consultant, provides chatty guidance for reducing workplace difficulties and improving morale
Withers has some 20 years of experience developing conflict resolution processes in cross-cultural business settings; Lewis is the manager of diversity programs at a leading technology company. Writte
No more "checking for feet." This illuminating guide gets people to tell the truth at the meeting--not in the bathroom afterwards. Almost everybody does it--lie, that is. In one recent survey 93% of p
A resource of concise information, step-by-step instructions, reproducible training materials, and flexible course outlines, designed to help trainers and managers design and lead team-building worksh
Corporate portal technology offers a vision of nearly universal access to company information for every employee. This guide for information technology professionals provides a detailed picture of the
"From tragic accidents to public relations fiascos, we live in an increasingly crisis-ridden society. In fact, half of the major industrial accidents of the past century occurred in the last 20 years.
Offers tips and techniques for writing and delivering a speech, in a text that includes memorable speeches from such notable speakers as Winston Churchill, Franklin D. Roosevelt, and Reverend Jesse Ja
Moving up to a supervisory position should be cause for celebration, not exasperation. Yet many first-timers are unprepared for the demands of this new role. They quickly become overwhelmed -- to the
A step-by-step resource for clear communication of all types of policies and procedures. Policies and procedures -- they're what make a company run efficiently and legally. Now managers have a definit
" A good appraisal system can serve as an effective structure for culture change within an organization -- and it can help ease one of every manager's most dreaded duties. Now, based on 25 years of ex
The overall experience of the buying process ultimately determines whether consumers will pay money for a product or service: they weigh what they are purchasing with their responses to the marketing
Any size business can benefit from public relations. You can gain attention for your own small business and help build your company's credibility and brand . . . if you know the tricks of the trade. T
These days it's easy to become a writer--after all, anyone can start a blog or a website. But the pinnacle for most authors is getting published in print--and that is tougher than ever. The book busin
Scalise, a journalist and mother of twins, presents a guide for parents of twins, for pregnancy through the first year. Advice is organized by task rather than age, and gives details on such topics as
Presents information about finding and securing a home mortgage, describes different types of loans, explains credit scores and borrowing power, and examines how the Internet has changed the real esta
For most supply chains, cost reduction is imperative to long-term survival. Yet identifying the costs that can be eliminated—and then doing so effectively—can prove impossible without the right method
Why do some people remain so calm and collected in the face of looming deadlines, combative meetings, impending layoffs, and turbulent changes? And why are these seemingly unflappable people the ones
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
"Channels of distribution is one of the hottest areas in marketing and sales today. And no one understands the subject better than Ken Rolnicki! Managing Channels of Distribution supplies a much-neede
Nobody likes criticism. Handled poorly, it too often stings and breeds resentment—and most of us try to avoid it at all costs.But criticism—crafted carefully and communicated skillfully—promotes trust
Francis, a consultant in sales coaching and training, shows sales organizations how to create nonstop sales growth, rather than fluctuate between boom or bust. She explains how to use a framework that
A leader’s most important job is to communicate. Every day, whether in a meeting or a presentation, a water-cooler conversation or a formal speech, his or her ability to craft and deliver a clear mess
This guide will transform you from an accidental manager into a successful one. Your job will become a bonus, instead of a burden, for you and your company as you learn how to: develop your staff memb
