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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Young people now more than ever need the tools and resources to support their mental wellbeing and help fulfil their potential. This book will be invaluable in helping them achieve this.'--DAME KELLY HOLMES'This is truly a brilliant book! Having worked with young people for over 25 years in both sport and education, this is quite simply a MUST read!'--DREW POVEY from Channel 4's Educating Greater Manchester'Paul's wonderful book, crammed with insight, action, humour and hope will help you create a better future, not only for yourself but for all of us.'--RICHARD GERVER, Speaker, author and education expert'A hugely helpful book for both young people and adults alike. I loved it.'--DR KATE MIDDLETON, Psychologist and director of the Mind & Soul FoundationDiscover how to make the most of being You!YESSS! The SUMO Secrets to Being a Positive, Confident Teenager uncovers the secrets of overcoming the challenges and also embracing the opportunities of one of life's most difficult stages: the teenage years.YESSS! is full of vibrant, exciting advice that will motivate and equip readers to overcome the insecurities and confusion that can often characterize our teenage years.Sunday Times bestselling author and speaker, Paul McGee aka The SUMO Guy, shows teenagers (and the people who both care for and support them) how to harness practical strategies to:\* Take responsibility for their lives\* Own and understand their feelings\* Build a more positive mindset\* Develop a healthy image of themselves\* Realize that it's OK to not always feel OK\* Recover from setbacks and develop perseverance\* Aspire, set goals, and dare to dreamPerfect for every teenager and all those involved in supporting them, YESSS! shows young people what it's like to live with confidence, resilience, hope, and happiness. Osborne, Fiona (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Discover how to raise, train, and enjoy your Siberian Husky with this fantastic resourceThe Second Edition of Siberian Huskies For Dummies offers the most up-to-date information about welcoming a Siberian Husky into your home and loving your new family member. Author and Husky owner Diane Morgan walks you through how to care for these beautiful, curious, and engaging dogs, as she:\* Suggests ideal methods for adopting and selecting a Husky right for you\* Examines ways to socialize your new Husky\* Shares details about Siberian Husky grooming and veterinary care\* Provides additional information about behavior correction and trainingSiberian Huskies For Dummies is packed full of practical tips about how to raise and have fun with your young or old Siberian Husky. The author shares her advice in plain English for people looking for accessible and approachable information.Perfect for new and experienced husky owners, Siberian Huskies For Dummies also belongs on the bookshelves of anyone who's ever considered adopting one of these magnificent animals. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Craving fresh-baked bread The 2020 pandemic has highlighted our love of bread, especially when it was nowhere to be found! Bread making took center stage for many of us stuck at home and craving comfort food. Fresh baked bread definitely soothes the soul. As it should, bread baking has been a tradition for thousands of years and across all continents. Bread Making For Dummies explores the science behind the art of bread making and our cultural connection to wild and commercial yeasts. Break out your kitchen scale and favorite wholesome grains and join us on the journey, from classic German Pretzels (Brezeln) to warm Salted Pecan Rolls to Rustic Sourdough.Popular culinary author and dietician Wendy Jo Peterson has your foolproof loaf, flatbread, and roll needs covered. If you want to really start from scratch and culture your own yeast--no problem! She'll also let you in on the secrets of the fashionable no-knead and sourdough recipes that have been drawing chefs' kisses of discerning delight from bread-aficionados for the past decade.\* Discover the tools and ingredients needed in bread making\* Grow your own sourdough starter\* Form savory or sweet loaves\* Stuff breads for a complete meal\* Boost the nutritional quality of breads with wholesome ingredients, like nuts, seeds, and old-world grainsWhether you're a nervous newbie or a seasoned, floury-aproned baker, Bread Making For Dummies is the beginning of a delicious, doughy adventure--so get your butter knife ready and discover just how easy and extra-tasty home bread-making can be.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Learn how fretting and picking can entertain friends!The mandolin is making a big comeback among music enthusiasts. A longtime staple of bluegrass, folk, jazz, and country music, this fast-pickin' favorite featured heavily in traditional music from around the world is now seeing a resurgence in global pop.In Mandolin For Dummies, accomplished composer, performer, and mandolin guru Don Julin breaks down the history and fundamentals of this versatile instrument, showing how you too can fret, pick, and strum with the best in the business. Packed with photos and diagrams to help you perfect your hand positioning, you'll make your way through a plethora of mandolin-friendly musical styles and learn how to take good care of your instrument--paying it back for all the pleasure it brings to you and your friends.\* Buy the right mandolin for you\* Pick up key musical styles\* Play along with downloadable exercises\* Restring your instrumentWhether this is your first instrument or you're adding to your repertoire, this little number has everything you need to get the most out of your mandolin.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Improve your personal and professional life with compelling strategies and practical advice Don't Push Too Many Trolleys: And Other Tips from Navigating Life and Business teaches readers ten crucial principles required to succeed in life and business. Written by Ying Tan, Founder and CEO of a multimillion pound financial services company, Don't Push Too Many Trolleys imparts sage advice suitable for anyone, at any stage of their life. The author describes the attitudes, lessons, and traits that allowed him to become one of the youngest Vice Presidents ever at Goldman Sachs. He shows readers how he built a company from the ground up to create one of the most influential and powerful financial services companies in the UK. Full of concrete strategies and practical advice, this book provides: A deeply personal and humble perspective on success in life and business Actionable advice that makes a real difference in the pursuit of happiness and wealth A front-row seat to the economic meltdown of 2008 and how the author managed to survive it with his business intact Written for entrepreneurs, business people, financial professionals, and anyone else with an interest in improving their personal and professional life by taking full responsibility for their choices and actions, Don't Push Too Many Trolleys is an indispensable addition to the libraries of people across the world.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Get to know the ins and outs of BPD--and make the choice to change!Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is an extremely serious--and often seriously neglected--condition. Despite around 4 million diagnoses in the USA, BPD has attracted lower funding and levels of clinical concern than more 'popular' conditions such as bipolar disorder. But there's no need to lose hope! Borderline Personality Disorder For Dummies, 2nd Edition was written to bridge this gap and help sufferers learn how to break the cycle to lead a full and happy life.BPD impacts the way you think and feel about yourself and others and can cause long-term patterns of disruptive relationships and difficulties with self-control. It often results from childhood abuse or neglect, as well as from genetic or brain abnormalities--particularly in areas of the brain that regulate emotion, impulsivity, and aggression. Knowing how it works means we know how to manage it, and Borderline Personality Disorder For Dummies--written in a friendly, easy-to-follow style by two leading clinical psychologists--is packed with useful techniques to do just that: from identifying triggers to finding the right care provider.\* Get a compassionate, actionable understanding of the symptoms and history of BPD\* Acquire techniques to identify and halt damaging behaviors\* Evaluate providers and the latest therapies and treatments\* Set goals and habits to overcome problems step-by-stepBPD should never be allowed to dictate anyone's existence. This reference gives you the tools to take your life back and is a must-have for sufferers and their loved ones alike.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Hook up with the fly-fishing guide that's a keeperSome say successful fly fishing requires supreme athleticism, a surgeon's delicate touch, and the serene spirit of a Zen master. But forget the hype: The updated edition of Fly Fishing for Dummies shows that all you need to get the hang of this enjoyable sport are the right tools, a disciplined technique, and a positive attitude. Whether you're an old salt or dipping your toes in for the first time, you'll find everything you need to learn, improve, and keep your casting sharp and fresh!Longtime fishing writer Peter Kaminsky wades right in, taking you from choosing a rod and tying flies all the way through to staying dry with the right wardrobe and cooking up a delicious catch. You'll also find out how you can get by with just 20 flies, a half dozen casts, and three knots. And, if you want to plunge deeper into the sport, he suggests some bucket-list destination rivers and streams to keep you agreeably hooked and learning for life--proving that the father of fishing writers Izaak Walton was right when, three centuries ago, he said: 'No life is so pleasant and happy as that of a well-governed angler.'\* Study your quarry--from rainbow trout to fashionable 'glamour' fish\* Get the best rod, reel, and gear for success--including the smartest tech\* Know where to fish (land or sea) and how to read the water\* Follow visual examples to sharpen your castingWhatever your fly-fishing aims or skill level, the proven advice and 150+ illustrations in this friendly guide are your path to a lifetime of happy and productive trips: Don't let it be the one that got away.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Start and grow a durable business in the rapidly growing wellness industry!As we emerge from COVID-19 the world sits on the cusp of a massive wave of wellness industry growth. This 'Fourth Wave of Wellness' will bring hundreds of millions more people into healthier, happier lifestyles, creating millions of jobs and producing massive entrepreneurial opportunities. Whether your goal is to work from home, open a neighborhood wellness studio or launch the next global wellness brand, Building a Wellness Business That Lasts is your definitive guide.Wellness has become one of the largest and most important business opportunities of our age, fueled by massive societal trends, rapid technology innovations, and hundreds of thousands of wellness business entrepreneurs. Independent teachers, trainers, and therapists and studio, gym, spa, and salon owners across the globe are transforming shopping malls and downtown districts with wellness experiences that help hundreds of millions of people live healthier, happier lives.Author Rick Stollmeyer is the co-founder and CEO of Mindbody, Inc., the leading technology platform for the wellness industry. Over more than two decades, Rick built Mindbody from a garage startup into a multi-billion-dollar technology platform for the wellness industry, helping thousands of wellness business owners achieve their visions in the process. This experience has given Rick a front row seat to the explosive growth of the wellness industry. He brings that unique experience and his passion for entrepreneurship to Building a Wellness Business That Lasts. This book will inspire and inform you at the same time and will serve as a powerful guide you can refer to on your path to success. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Save on expensive professionals with this trusted bestseller!Running your own business is pretty cool, but when it comes to the financial side--accounts and payroll, for instance--it's not so cool! That's why millions of small business owners around the world count on QuickBooks to quickly and easily manage accounting and financial tasks and save big time on hiring expensive professionals.In a friendly, easy-to-follow style, small business guru and bestselling author Stephen L. Nelson checks off all your financial line-item asks, including how to track your profits, plan a perfect budget, simplify tax returns, manage inventory, create invoices, track costs, generate reports, and pretty much any other accounts and financial-planning task that turns up on your desk!\* Keep up with the latest QuickBooks changes\* Use QuickBooks to track profits and finances\* Balance your budget\* Back up your data safelyThe fully updated new edition of QuickBooks For Dummies takes the sweat (and the expense) out of cooking the books--and gives you more time to savor the results of your labors.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Value' seems like an elusive and abstract concept. Nonetheless, notions of value underpin how we understand our lives, from discussions about the economic contribution of different kinds of work and productive activity, to the prices we pay for the things we consume. So what is value, and where does it come from In this new book, Frederick Harry Pitts charts the past, present and future of value within and beyond capitalist society, critically engaging with key concepts from classical and neoclassical political economy. Interrogating the processes and practices that attribute value to objects and activities, he considers debates over whether value lies within commodities or in their exchange, the politics of different theories of value, and how we measure value in a knowledge-based economy.This accessible and intriguing introduction to the complexities of value in modern society will be essential reading for any student or scholar working in political economy, economics, economic sociology or management.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Make your next track a studio-quality gem with this celebrated recording guide Have you ever dreamed of producing the next big song Or maybe you need some hints on the recording gear used to create pro podcasts With just a little bit of guidance, there's nothing stopping you from creating crystal-clear, studio-quality tracks from the comfort of your own home. In Home Recording For Dummies, expert sound engineer and celebrated author Jeff Strong demystifies the world of recording and walks you through every step of creating high-fidelity audio. With this book at your side, you'll discover how to choose a room that fits your studio needs, get the hardware you can't live without, choose the right microphone for the task at hand, record live and virtual instruments, build rhythm tracks and loops, and edit, mix, and master your recording. Learn how to: Set up your home studio, acquire and connect all the right gear, and build multi-track recordings Understand the different types of microphones and the best use for each Record audio from live sound or virtual instruments Edit your tracks for better project management Mix and master your music for public consumption Home Recording For Dummies is the must-read guide that helps home create high-fidelity, multi-track songs and recordings that blow audiences away.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - What is it about the top tech product companies such as Amazon, Apple, Google, Netflix and Tesla that enables their record of consistent innovation Most people think it's because these companies are somehow able to find and attract a level of talent that makes this innovation possible. But the real advantage these companies have is not so much who they hire, but rather how they enable their people to work together to solve hard problems and create extraordinary products.As legendary Silicon Valley coach--and coach to the founders of several of today's leading tech companies--Bill Campbell said, 'Leadership is about recognizing that there's a greatness in everyone, and your job is to create an environment where that greatness can emerge.'The goal of EMPOWERED is to provide you, as a leader of product management, product design, or engineering, with everything you'll need to create just such an environment.As partners at The Silicon Valley Product Group, Marty Cagan and Chris Jones have long worked to reveal the best practices of the most consistently innovative companies in the world. A natural companion to the bestseller INSPIRED, EMPOWERED tackles head-on the reason why most companies fail to truly leverage the potential of their people to innovate: product leadership.The book covers:\* what it means to be an empowered product team, and how this is different from the 'feature teams' used by most companies to build technology products\* recruiting and coaching the members of product teams, first to competence, and then to reach their potential\* creating an inspiring product vision along with an insights-driven product strategy\* translating that strategy into action by empowering teams with specific objectives--problems to solve--rather than features to build\* redefining the relationship of the product teams to the rest of the company\* detailing the changes necessary to effectively and successfully transform your organization to truly empowered product teamsEMPOWERED puts decades of lessons learned from the best leaders of the top technology companies in your hand as a guide. It shows you how to become the leader your team and company needs to not only survive but thrive.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Get an A grade in CAs with any major language, mastery of C can take you to some very interesting new places. Almost 50 years after it first appeared, it's still the world's most popular programming language and is used as the basis of global industry's core systems, including operating systems, high-performance graphics applications, and microcontrollers. This means that fluent C users are in big demand at the sharp end in cutting-edge industries--such as gaming, app development, telecommunications, engineering, and even animation--to translate innovative ideas into a smoothly functioning reality.To help you get to where you want to go with C, this 2nd edition of C Programming For Dummies covers everything you need to begin writing programs, guiding you logically through the development cycle: from initial design and testing to deployment and live iteration. By the end you'll be au fait with the do's and don'ts of good clean writing and easily able to produce the basic--and not-so-basic--building blocks of an elegant and efficient source code.\* Write and compile source code\* Link code to create the executable program\* Debug and optimize your code\* Avoid common mistakesWhatever your destination: tech industry, start-up, or just developing for pleasure at home, this easy-to-follow, informative, and entertaining guide to the C programming language is the fastest and friendliest way to get there.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Get to know WordPress with this simple and approachable reference WordPress For Dummies, 9th Edition helps readers discover the power of the WordPress web content building tool. Web builders have created 75 million websites using WordPress and this book will show you how to add your blogs and websites to that count. WordPress For Dummies, 9th Edition drops you right into the fast lane to publishing your first website or blog by teaching you to: Customize a theme Create your first post Use WordPress as a content management system Work with multimedia formats Add plugins to your site Establish a publishing routine Perfect for new bloggers, experienced bloggers converting to WordPress for the first time, and people accustomed to WordPress who want to learn more about the full potential of the technology, WordPress for Dummies, 9thEdition is an indispensable addition to the library of every blogger and webmaster.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Stopping Losses from Accidental and Malicious ActionsAround the world, users cost organizations billions of dollars due to simple errors and malicious actions. They believe that there is some deficiency in the users. In response, organizations believe that they have to improve their awareness efforts and making more secure users. This is like saying that coalmines should get healthier canaries. The reality is that it takes a multilayered approach that acknowledges that users will inevitably make mistakes or have malicious intent, and the failure is in not planning for that. It takes a holistic approach to assessing risk combined with technical defenses and countermeasures layered with a security culture and continuous improvement. Only with this kind of defense in depth can organizations hope to prevent the worst of the cybersecurity breaches and other user-initiated losses.Using lessons from tested and proven disciplines like military kill-chain analysis, counterterrorism analysis, industrial safety programs, and more, Ira Winkler and Dr. Tracy Celaya's You CAN Stop Stupid provides a methodology to analyze potential losses and determine appropriate countermeasures to implement.\* Minimize business losses associated with user failings\* Proactively plan to prevent and mitigate data breaches\* Optimize your security spending\* Cost justify your security and loss reduction efforts\* Improve your organization's cultureBusiness technology and security professionals will benefit from the information provided by these two well-known and influential cybersecurity speakers and experts.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Benedict de Spinoza is one of the most controversial and enigmatic thinkers in the history of philosophy. His greatest work, Ethics (1677), developed a comprehensive philosophical system and argued that God and Nature are identical. His scandalous Theological-Political Treatise (1670) provoked outrage during his lifetime due to its biblical criticism, anticlericalism, and defense of the freedom to philosophize. Together, these works earned Spinoza a reputation as a singularly radical thinker.In this book, Steinberg and Viljanen offer a concise and up-to-date account of Spinoza's thought and its philosophical legacy. They explore the full range of Spinoza's ideas, from politics and theology to ontology and epistemology. Drawing broadly on Spinoza's impressive oeuvre, they have crafted a lucid introduction for readers unfamiliar with this important philosopher, as well as a nuanced and enlightening study for more experienced readers.Accessible and compelling, Spinoza is the go-to text for anyone seeking to understand the thought of one of history's most fascinating thinkers.…

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In a world where the old rules no longer apply, nonprofit leadership is more important than everNow in its second edition, Joan Garry's Guide to Nonprofit Leadership is a must-have resource for organizations of all shapes and sizes wanting to make a bigger difference in the world. Filled with real-life stories and concrete strategies, this practical guide helps develop the specialized skills and mindset needed to successfully lead and manage a stable and impactful world-class organization.A lot has happened since Joan Garry's Guide to Nonprofit Leadership was first published in 2017. The COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 election cycle, and seismic economic and cultural shifts have transformed the nonprofit world. This second edition provides a wealth of new content and fresh perspectives on changes in the nonprofit landscape. Brand-new chapters bring the core responsibilities of board service to life, offer practical advice on how small nonprofits can have an outsized impact, discuss effective crisis management approaches, and deliver even more stories and lessons drawn from the Joan Garry's work with thousands of nonprofit leaders. Throughout the book, the author shares new insights on topics such as managing crises, graceful exits, organizational transitions, and more. Honest, authentic, and sometimes hilarious, this book will help you:\* Gain a rich understanding of what it takes to lead a nonprofit\* Raise awareness and make the greatest possible impact\* Create successful and sustainable fundraising programs\* Reinvigorate your organization's passion for its mission\* Work in true partnership with staff and board members\* Respond effectively to crises and avoid common pitfallsWritten by the former Executive Director of GLAAD and founder of the Nonprofit Leadership Lab, Joan Garry's Guide to Nonprofit Leadership is required reading for nonprofit board members, leaders, managers, and staff looking to make the greatest possible impact.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Your genius-level guide to Excel excellenceExcel Portable Genius covers the key features of Microsoft Excel in a concise, fast-paced, portable format that provides the perfect quick and easy-to-follow reference for novices and experienced users alike. Written by seasoned tech expert and trainer Lisa A. Bucki, it answers the nine key questions Excel users are most likely to face in their work and adds some hot tips and advice on this incredibly useful--but sometimes difficult-to-learn--program's lesser-known features.\* Build formulas to perform powerful calculations\* Format data to make it easy to find interpret and to highlight key results\* Sort and filter to organize or display specific information\* Chart data to pinpoint changes and identify trends\* Communicate results by printing and sharingComplete with a comprehensive index and extensive illustrations complementing straightforward instructions, this is the ideal guide to mastery of the world's most popular spreadsheet program.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Gabby and Hezi were always the most looked-up-to duo in ecommerce and they truly taught me how to trade!'Nick Molnar, CEO, Afterpay'The Leibovich brothers are pioneers of Australian ecommerce. You cannot afford to not read this book.'Christine Holgate, Group Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director, Australia PostReal stories and advice from digital entrepreneurs who have learned what it takes to succeedIn Catch of the Decade, two of Australia's most successful online superstars reveal how they've built, launched, merged, and sold some of the most disruptive businesses in Australia today: Catch, Scoopon, Menulog and Luxury Escapes. This book contains little-known secrets and strategies that will help you shorten your learning curve, avoid mistakes, and bring your business dream alive.The wisdom revealed in this book is hard won: brothers Gabby and Hezi Leibovich started with no money and no connections, turned their drawbacks into assets, and came out on top. You'll learn how they rode the waves of entrepreneurialism and worked their way up.\* Learn proven tips to define, disrupt and dominate a sector or industry, straight from entrepreneurs who achieved their billion-dollar dreams.\* Read hard hitting, no bull nuggets of wisdom in the areas of customer service, PR, Buying and trading, engaging investors and more.\* Market-tested strategies for building big brands, creating high-performing teams and fostering a world-class entrepreneurial culture.For the first time, the Leibovich brothers are telling their story, in their own words, and you'll learn how they got where they are today. Follow in their footsteps with over 200 bite-sized entries that are both inspirational and useful. Pick up Catch of the Decade and get moving.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Protect your organization from scandalously easy-to-hack MFA security 'solutions'Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) is spreading like wildfire across digital environments. However, hundreds of millions of dollars have been stolen from MFA-protected online accounts. How Most people who use multifactor authentication (MFA) have been told that it is far less hackable than other types of authentication, or even that it is unhackable. You might be shocked to learn that all MFA solutions are actually easy to hack. That's right: there is no perfectly safe MFA solution. In fact, most can be hacked at least five different ways. Hacking Multifactor Authentication will show you how MFA works behind the scenes and how poorly linked multi-step authentication steps allows MFA to be hacked and compromised.This book covers over two dozen ways that various MFA solutions can be hacked, including the methods (and defenses) common to all MFA solutions. You'll learn about the various types of MFA solutions, their strengthens and weaknesses, and how to pick the best, most defensible MFA solution for your (or your customers') needs. Finally, this book reveals a simple method for quickly evaluating your existing MFA solutions. If using or developing a secure MFA solution is important to you, you need this book.\* Learn how different types of multifactor authentication work behind the scenes\* See how easy it is to hack MFA security solutions--no matter how secure they seem\* Identify the strengths and weaknesses in your (or your customers') existing MFA security and how to mitigateAuthor Roger Grimes is an internationally known security expert whose work on hacking MFA has generated significant buzz in the security world. Read this book to learn what decisions and preparations your organization needs to take to prevent losses from MFA hacking.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Presenting the correspondence of The Brodricks, who originated in Surrey and established themselves in Ireland, in County Cork, in the mid-17th century, and were among the most important Anglo-Irish political families in the reigns of the later Stuarts and early Hanoverians.\* Comprises letters between Alan Brodrick (1656-1728) and his brother Thomas (1654-1730) who emerged as leading figures in the Irish parliament, at the forefront of a political interest which associated itself with the whig party in England\* Includes correspondence with other members of their immediate family, providing a wealth of detailed commentary on political events in Ireland and England, both national and local\* A collection largely untouched by historians until deposited with the Surrey Record Office (now the Surrey History Centre) in the 1970s, when its enormous value came to be appreciated by researchers seeking to understand Irish political history in the decades following the Glorious Revolution\* Covers the immediate aftermath of the Hanoverian succession, with the establishment of a 'whig ascendancy' in Ireland and the growing divisions between whig factions in both Ireland and England\* The crisis over the South Sea Bubble also forms a major theme, with Thomas Brodrick achieving national prominence in Britain as the chairman of the parliamentary committee of inquiry into alleged ministerial corruption.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Explores how the financial industry will be affected by developments in blockchain and cryptocurrencies at the dawn of a new digital age in finance Our financial system is in the midst of a digital revolution. Blockchain, viewed by many experts as 'the most important invention since the Internet,' has changed the way we exchange value and information. Although most people are aware of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, few understand how security tokens--digitized forms of traditional ownership certificates--can drive blockchain to reach its fullest potential by offering investors features and innovations that are simply not possible with paper certificates.Digital Finance: Security Tokens and Unlocking the Real Potential of Blockchain explains how the integration of blockchain and security token technology will transform the current financial infrastructure and radically improve efficiency, transparency, and security. Using clear language and an easy-to-follow framework, author Baxter Hines draws upon his decades' experience in the financial industry to address how the digitization of assets will drive cost reductions, enhance flexibility, and pave the way for new business models and revenue streams for years to come. Filled with real-world case studies and expert insights on the latest opportunities and trends, such as the COVID-19 pandemic's role in accelerating the adoption of blockchain, this must-have resource:\* Shows how blockchain and distributed ledger technology are disrupting the financial industry\* Explains what security tokens are and why they are the next major breakthrough for investing\* Highlights how blockchain technology has created new and more efficient ways of fund raising and investing\* Identifies the ways companies like IBM, Fidelity Investments, and AXA are deploying blockchain and tokenized solutions\* Describes how assets only available to institutional investors could become marketed to the mainstream\* Discusses the impact that security tokens will have on real assets such as stocks, real estate, bonds, and derivatives\* Provides insight into how central banks around the world are embracing blockchain and beginning to issue digital currenciesDigital Finance: Security Tokens and Unlocking the Real Potential of Blockchain is essential reading for financial professionals, general investors, finance and technology students, regulators, legal professionals, and users of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Get a flying headstart on trend trading with this comprehensive how-to guideThe Universal Tactics of Successful Trend Trading: Finding Opportunity in Uncertainty delivers powerful and practical advice for the serious trend trader. Using the principles identified in The Universal Principles of Successful Trading, author Brent Penfold shows curious investors how to become a long-term winner with tried-and-true trend trading methodologies.The book includes in-depth and comprehensive treatments of topics like:\* Why trend trading is so appealing\* Popular and effective trend trading strategies\* How to measure risk\* Common trend trading mistakes and how to avoid themInvestors and readers will also discover the importance of risk, and how to judge outcomes and strategies on a risk-adjusted basis.Perfect for anyone interested in trading successfully, The Universal Tactics of Successful Trend Trading is a key strategy guide that belongs on the shelf of anyone involved in the buying and selling of financial securities.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Make your next house sale or purchase a homerun with the latest edition of this celebrated Canadian guideIn the Fifth Edition of Buying and Selling a Home For Canadians For Dummies, best-selling authors and real estate experts Douglas Gray and Peter Mitham unpack the good, the bad, and the 'I can't believe I didn't think of that' of buying or selling a home in Canada. Buyers will discover the answers to the questions that have kept them up at night, from whether they need an agent to what they should look for in a new home. Sellers will find out how to price their home for maximum value, the real costs associated with real estate sales, and how to list their place.Real estate doesn't have to be intimidating. Gray and Mitham show you how to navigate a home sale or purchase with skill and confidence and have fun doing it. You'll:\* Identify unique, regional issues you should consider whether you're buying a condo in Toronto or a two-bedroom in Yellowknife\* Discover how to maximize your home's asking price by presenting it in its best light\* Learn the tricks of the trade when it comes to finding hidden gems and diamonds in the rough in a seller's marketPerfect for first-time home buyers and sellers as well as people who've been around the block a few times, Buying and Selling a Home For Canadians For Dummies is the ultimate guide for Canucks who are looking for expert help throughout this seriously important and exciting process.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Provides clear guidance on utilizing Schema Therapy to reduce BPD symptoms and bring about lasting changes in the patient's personality People with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) struggle with a range of problems that negatively impact virtually every aspect of their lives, such as constantly changing moods, blurred personal identities, impulsive behaviors, interpersonal problems, and episodes of rage. BPD patients are at high risk of self-harm and substance abuse, with approximately 10% of BPD patients dying from suicide. BPD severely affects the education, employment, personal relationships, and physical and emotional wellbeing of those suffering from the disorder. Schema Therapy (ST), based on cognitive behavioral therapy and techniques derived from experiential therapies, has been shown to achieve substantial personality improvements in BPD patients. Shema Therapy for Borderline Personality Disorder describes the pioneering BPD therapy based on insights from cognitive, behavioral, psychodynamic, humanistic, and developmental theories. Schema Therapy emphasizes the emotional processing of traumatic experiences and the use of the therapeutic relationship to bring about positive change. The text describes ST treatment for BPD in detail, covering the aims and phases of the therapy, treatment planning, cognitive and behavioral methods, specific techniques appropriate to each schema mode, behavioral pattern-breaking, termination of therapy, and more. This authoritative volume: Describes a treatment for patients with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) that yields substantial clinical improvement or recovery in most cases Explains the schema mode model of BPD that helps both patients and therapist understand the problems experienced by BPD patients, and that is central in ST for BPD. Explains Schema Therapy (ST) for BPD based on the schema mode model, discussing different treatment methods and techniques geared to specific schema modes Covers the latest developments in the field of ST, such as Group Schema Therapy and the application of ST for couples. Includes handouts to give to patients, including a biographical diary, forms for homework assignments and problem solving, and a positive self-statement log Schema Therapy for Borderline Personality Disorder is essential reading for clinical psychologists, psychotherapists, psychopathologists, psychiatrists, mental health practitioners, and advanced undergraduate and graduate students in relevant fields.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Learn application security from the very start, with this comprehensive and approachable guide! Alice and Bob Learn Application Security is an accessible and thorough resource for anyone seeking to incorporate, from the beginning of the System Development Life Cycle, best security practices in software development. This book covers all the basic subjects such as threat modeling and security testing, but also dives deep into more complex and advanced topics for securing modern software systems and architectures. Throughout, the book offers analogies, stories of the characters Alice and Bob, real-life examples, technical explanations and diagrams to ensure maximum clarity of the many abstract and complicated subjects. Topics include: Secure requirements, design, coding, and deployment Security Testing (all forms) Common Pitfalls Application Security Programs Securing Modern Applications Software Developer Security Hygiene Alice and Bob Learn Application Security is perfect for aspiring application security engineers and practicing software developers, as well as software project managers, penetration testers, and chief information security officers who seek to build or improve their application security programs. Alice and Bob Learn Application Security illustrates all the included concepts with easy-to-understand examples and concrete practical applications, furthering the reader's ability to grasp and retain the foundational and advanced topics contained within.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Should editing the human genome be allowed What are the ethical implications of social restrictions during a pandemic Is it ethical to use animals in clinical research Is prioritizing COVID-19 treatment increasing deaths from other causes Bioethics is a dynamic field of inquiry that draws on interdisciplinary expertise and methodology to address normative issues in healthcare, medicine, biomedical research, biotechnology, public health, and the environment. This Is Bioethics is an ideal introductory textbook for students new to the field, exploring the fundamental questions, concepts, and issues within this rapidly evolving area of study.Assuming no prior knowledge of the subject, this accessible volume helps students consider both traditional and cutting-edge questions, develop informed and defensible answers, and evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of a diverse range of ethical positions in medicine. The authors avoid complex technical terms and jargon in favor of an easy-to-follow, informal writing style with engaging chapters designed to stimulate student interest and encourage class discussion. The book also features a deep dive into the realm of global public health ethics, including the response to the COVID-19 pandemic. It considers topics like triage decision-making, the proportionality of society's response to COVID-19, whether doctors have a professional obligation to treat COVID-19 patients, and whether vaccines for this virus should be mandatory.A timely addition to the acclaimed This Is Philosophy series, This Is Bioethics is the ideal primary textbook for undergraduate bioethics and practical ethics courses, and is a must-have reference for students in philosophy, biology, biochemistry, and medicine.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Increase the efficacy of your treatment interventions in intercultural couples therapyThe Intercultural Exeter Couples Model: Making Connections for a Divided World Through Systemic-Behavioral Therapy provides practitioners with a thorough guide to effectively treating intercultural couples. The book consists of a systematic effort to translate systemic ideas that take into account a cultural perspective into a highly useable and practical form.The Intercultural Exeter Couples Model also attempts to marry two, often distinct, forms of practice: the systemic and the behavioral. Both approaches have much to contribute to effective couples' counselling but they are often theoretically siloed. This book demonstrates the value of using both approaches simultaneously.This book provides concrete and practical strategies for implementing systemic and behavioral approaches to intercultural couples' therapy in a manner consistent with clinical best practice. Rather than ignoring the significant and complex impacts that differing cultures can have on a relationship, The Intercultural Exeter Couple Model puts those differences front and center, encouraging the therapist to engage with the cultural mismatch that can be at the core of many couples' ongoing friction.The book's chapters tackle both the model itself and a variety of interventions, covering topics including:\* Teaching couples how to break patterns and prepare them to establish new ones\* Training couples to communicate effectively\* Establishing new modes of behavior in couples\* An explanation of empathic bridging maneuvers\* A description of the use of life-space explorationsPerfect for clinicians, students, and professors interested in or practicing in the field of couples' therapy, The Intercultural Exeter Couples Model provides readers with an in-depth exploration of an increasingly important model of couples therapy and describes, in painstaking detail, the interventions necessary to achieve positive patient outcomes.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A powerful and insightful clinical resource for CBT practitioners who work with children and young adultsThe newly updated and thoroughly revised Second Edition of this companion to Think Good, Feel Good and Thinking Good, Feeling Better delivers guidance for clinicians using the author's seminal workbooks. This companion work builds upon the workbook materials by offering readers instruction on all aspects of the therapeutic process and a wide range of case studies highlighting specific therapies in action.A Clinician's Guide covers topics including parental involvement, key cognitive distortions in children, formulations, challenging thoughts, guided discovery, and the use of imagery. The author also includes a chapter focusing on common potential problems that arise in therapy and strategies to overcome them.The book highlights the underlying philosophy, process, and core skills of employing CBT with children and young people. Readers will appreciate the competency framework, which describes the CORE philosophy, PRECISE process, and the ABCs of specific techniques. The book also includes:\* Additional materials and handouts for use in therapy, including psycho-educational materials for children and parents on common problems, like depression, OCD, PTSD, and anxiety\* Downloadable, multi-use worksheets for use in the clinician's therapeutic sessions\* Practical, real-world case examples that shed light on the techniques and strategies discussed in the book\* A systematic approach to the use of cognitive behavioural therapy to treat common psychological problemsPerfect for professionals and trainees in child and adolescent mental health, like psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, educational psychologists, community psychiatric nurses, and occupational therapists, the book also belongs on the shelves of non-mental health professionals, including school nurses and social workers, who regularly work with children in a therapeutic setting.…