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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In 'Die schrecklichen und wundervollen Gründe, lange Strecken zu laufen' geht es nicht nur um Laufen. Es geht um Cupcakes und es geht um Leiden. Dieses Buch handelt von Völlerei, Eitelkeit, Glückseligkeit, Gewitterstürmen und Godzilla.Es ist ein Buch über all die schrecklichen und wundervollen Gründe, die uns dazu bringen, jeden morgen aufzustehen und unsere Körper durch Sonnenschein, Regen, Himmel und Hölle zu quälen.Vom New-York-Times-Bestsellerautor Matthew Inman, alias 'The Oatmeal', kommt diese urkomische, wunderschöne und ergreifende Kollektion an Comics und Geschichten über Joggen, Essen, Schlafen, und Gründe, warum man über Berge rennt, bis einem die Fußnägel abfallen.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Immer mehr Menschen entscheiden sich, komplett oder zumindest teilweise vegan zu leben. Dies ist jedoch nicht so einfach, wie es scheint und kann ohne den richtigen Ernährungsplan sogar zu Mangelerscheinungen führen. Umso wichtiger ist es, sich zu informieren und für jede Lebenssituation den passenden Tipp parat zu haben. 'Vegan für Dummies' erläutert, mit welchen Lebensmitteln Sie Fleisch, Eier, Sahne und Co. ersetzen können und worauf Sie achten müssen, um ausreichend Proteine und Vitamine zu sich zu nehmen. Natürlich betrifft Veganismus mehr als nur die Ernährung. Alexandra Jamieson erklärt, wie Sie ohne Wolle, Leder und nicht-vegane Kosmetik zurechtkommen und gibt Ratschläge für den Umgang mit nicht-Veganern. So wird vegan leben zum Kinderspiel.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -Das Entstehen von Patrick Lencionis erstem Buch 'Die fünf Versuchungen eines CEO' ist mehr oder weniger auf einen Zufall zurückzuführen. Im Rahmen seiner Tätigkeit als Unternehmensberater fiel ihm auf, dass es einige wenige ganz konkrete Verhaltensweisen gibt - fünf an der Zahl -, die Führungskräften immer wieder Schwierigkeiten bereiten. Daraufhin entwickelte er eine Theorie, wie diese Verhaltensweisen vermieden werden können. Auf mehrfaches Zureden hin goss Lencioni diese Theorie dann in eine ganz besondere Buchform: die Business-Fabel.Unterhaltsam und leicht verständlich bietet er dem Leser ein bestechend einfaches Modell, das zeigt, wie Führungskräfte ihren fünf häufigsten Versuchungen widerstehen können: Versuchung 1: Status über Ergebnisse stellen Versuchung 2: Beliebtheit über Verantwortung stellen Versuchung 3: Gewissheit über Klarheit stellen Versuchung 4: Harmonie über Konflikte stellen Versuchung 5: Unverwundbarkeit über Vertrauen stellen.In der Fabel begegnen wir dem jungen CEO Andrew O`Brien, der vor seiner ersten Überprüfung durch den Vorstand steht, und weiß, dass er scheitern wird. Die große Frage ist: Warum Wiley-VCH GmbH, Boschstr. 12, 69469 Weinheim 139 pp. Deutsch.

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Finding it, refining it, loving it, and actually getting out there and doing itDon't waste your life not doing something you aren't brilliant at, not setting the world on fire with your ideas, your thinking, your inventions, your words -- it doesn't matter how you do your Thing, what matters is that you DO IT! And how about turning that Thing into your business too Lucy Whittington is on a mission -- she wants everyone in the world to do what they're brilliant at and not just what they're 'good' at. Having done what she was 'good' at for a long time (marketing), and getting overqualified with an MBA, Lucy realized that her 'Thing' was finding other people's Thing and helping them turn it into a great business that they love. In this book, Lucy uses her proven five-step process to help even more people find what they are brilliant at.\* Find out what you should be doing and how to make a living from it\* Take advantage of Lucy's expertise and follow her five-step process for success\* Be inspired and gain real practical advice\* Receive guidance on taking your new business to the next level by creating your 'Star Plan'\* Become famous for what you doImagine being so gifted that the work you are paid to do comes as naturally as breathing, and is so enjoyable that you would do it for free. It can happen. You're gifted at something, and that something is marketable. You can put yourself on the path to your ideal life, but first you have to Find Your Thing.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Your trusted guide to value yourself and break the patterns of codependencyCodependency For Dummies, 2nd Edition is the most comprehensive book on the topic to date. Written in plain English and packed with sensitive, authoritative information, it describes the history, symptoms, causes, and relationship dynamics of codependency. The majority of the book is devoted to healing and lays out a clear plan for recovery with exercises, practical advice, and daily reminders to help you know, honor, protect, and express yourself. New to this edition are chapters on working the Twelve Steps to recover from codependency and how therapists/coaches/nurses are affected by codependency.Codependence is primarily a learned behavior from our family of origin. Some cultures have it to a greater degree than others--some still see it as a normal way of living. Yet the costs of codependence can include distrust, faulty expectations, passive-aggressiveness, control, self-neglect, over-focus on others, manipulation, intimacy issues, and a slew of other harmful traits. Codependence causes serious pain and affects the majority of Americans--not just women and loved ones of addicts. Codependency For Dummies, 2nd Edition offers authoritative and trusted guidance on ways to raise your self-esteem, detach and let go, set boundaries, recognize healthy vs. dysfunctional relationships, overcome guilt and resentment, and much more.\* Helps you break the pattern of conduct that keeps you in harmful relationships\* Provides trusted guidance to create healthy boundaries, coping skills, and expectations\* Offers advice for eliminating feelings of guilt, blame, and feeling overly responsible\* Explains the difference between care-giving and codependent care-takingIf you're trapped in the cycle of codependency and looking for help, Codependency For Dummies, 2nd Edition offers trusted advice and a clear plan for recovery.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In recent decades, China has become a quasi-capitalist economic powerhouse. Yet it continues to be ruled by the same Communist Party-dominated government that has been in power since 1949. But how has China's political system achieved such longevity And what does its stability tell us about the future of authoritarian versus liberal democratic governance In this detailed analysis of the deeply intertwined relationship between the ruling Communist Party and governing state, noted China expert Teresa Wright provides insightful answers to these important questions. Though many believe that the Chinese party-state has maintained its power despite its communist and authoritarian features, Wright argues that the key to its sustained success lies in its careful safeguarding of some key communist and authoritarian characteristics, while simultaneously becoming more open and responsive to public participation. She contends that China's post-Mao party-state compares well to different forms of political rule, including liberal democratic government. It has fulfilled the necessary functions of a stable governing regime: satisfying key demographic groups and responding to public grievances; maintaining economic stability and growth; and delivering public services - without any real reduction in CCP power and influence.Questioning current understandings of the nature, strengths, and weaknesses of democracy and authoritarianism, this thought-provoking book will be essential reading for all students and scholars of Chinese politics and international relations.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Breaking Negative Thinking Patterns is the first schema-mode focused resource guide aimed at schema therapy patients and self-help readers seeking to understand and overcome negative patterns of thinking and behaviour.\* Represents the first resource for general readers on the mode approach to schema therapy\* Features a wealth of case studies that serve to clarify schemas and modes and illustrate techniques for overcoming dysfunctional modes and behavior patterns\* Offers a series of exercises that readers can immediately apply to real-world challenges and emotional problems as well as the complex difficulties typically tackled with schema therapy\* Includes original illustrations that demonstrate the modes and approaches in action, along with 20 self-help mode materials which are also available online\* Written by authors closely associated with the development of schema therapy and the schema mode approach.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Your guide to the most up-to-date selling strategies and techniquesNo matter your skill level, this new edition of Selling For Dummies helps you lay the foundation for sales success with the latest information on how to research your prospects, break down the steps of the sales process, follow up with customers, and so much more.Selling, when done right, is more than a job--it's an art. With the help of Selling For Dummies, you'll discover how to stand head-and-shoulders above the crowd by knowing your clients, and approaching selling with passion and a positive attitude. The book covers making killer sales pitches and presentations, using the latest technologies to your advantage, establishing goals and planning your time efficiently, partnering with others, addressing clients' concerns, and closing more sales.\* Includes expert tips for harnessing the power of the Internet to increase sales\* Covers the latest selling strategies and techniques in the Digital Age\* Explains how mastering selling skills can benefit all areas of your life\* Explores the newest prospecting and qualification strategiesIf you're brand new to the sales scene or a seasoned salesperson looking to win more clients and close more sales, Selling For Dummies sets you up for success.

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A complete guide to using KPIs to drive organisational performanceIs your business on track to achieve success Key Performance Indicators For Dummies covers the essential KPIs that are useful to all kinds of businesses, and includes more than 100 different ways leaders can monitor and drive performance in their organisations.This book helps managers understand the crucial KPIs that should be implemented for all different aspects of the organisation, including financial performance, operational and internal processes, sales and marketing, customer satisfaction and more. Good KPIs should be unique to every business, as every business has different objectives. To meet this need, the book provides tools and templates that leaders can use to develop unique KPIs that best suit their particular organisation or industry.\* Learn to design KPIs that are unique to your business and fit closely to your strategic objectives\* Determine which KPI questions you should be asking to achieve the right insights for your business\* Learn the specific KPIs that are appropriate for different business circumstances\* Turn KPIs into deep insights by mastering related reporting and communications practicesKPIs are a crucial part of every manager's toolkit, and are essential for helping to monitor the execution of business strategies and measure results. Key Performance Indicators For Dummies moves beyond a basic discussion of what KPIs are, and why they are needed to provide a complete guide for learning to design and use specific KPIs to drive organisational performance.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Step-by-step tips for revitalizing your careerYes, it is possible to have a job you love, and it doesn't require starting from scratch. Love Your Job is a guide to making work fulfilling and fun -- again, or even for the first time. Why count down the hours of the day or the days to retirement when you could reinvigorate your workday, transforming the daily doldrums into a daily dose of enjoyable activity Kerry Hannon, The New York Times columnist and AARP's Jobs Expert, focuses on the little things that can make a big difference in how we feel about work.Love Your Job is all about the routines, habits, and thought patterns that, over the years, may have turned a dream job into a drudge or, worse, a nightmare. Changing these habits and attitudes is simple, and this book shows you how to identify the little things that make work enjoyable and engaging. Using these simple techniques, you can adopt the attitude that will keep you happy and that might just lead to bigger and better things, no matter what stage of your career you are in. In this book, you will learn to:\* Develop new habits that bring more purpose into every single workday\* Rekindle your hope and motivation by celebrating small successes\* Recognize negative patterns that keep you from enjoying your job\* Craft an entrepreneurial attitude that will get you noticed and enrich your work lifeWe all deserve to experience happiness and satisfaction every day, at every stage of our careers. Kerry Hannon explains that you don't have to make a huge career transition to love work again. But if you reinvent the way you see work, who knows where your new outlook will lead Wake up to the countless possibilities that await you with Love Your Job.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Find natural cures for more than 170 health conditionsPacked with over 170 remedies for the most common ailments, from arthritis to varicose veins, Natural Cures For Dummies will serve as your complete health advisor. This user-friendly reference arms you with information on the symptoms and the root causes of each problem along with a proven, natural, customized prescription. Whether you are looking for relief from a particular nagging ailment or simply wish to obtain optimum health, Natural Cures For Dummies gets you on track to approaching healthcare from a natural standpoint.\* Offers clear, expert guidance on dietary changes, healing foods, and natural supplements to treat common conditions\* Includes down-to-earth descriptions of health problems and the range of natural remedies that can be used to manage them\* Shows you how natural cures can treat over 170 of the most common ailments\* Demonstrates how you can dramatically boost your health and wellbeing the natural wayIf you're navigating the sprawling world of alternative medicine and looking for a good place to start, Natural Cures For Dummies has you covered.

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Discover why and how schools must become places where thinking is valued, visible, and actively promotedAs educators, parents, and citizens, we must settle for nothing less than environments that bring out the best in people, take learning to the next level, allow for great discoveries, and propel both the individual and the group forward into a lifetime of learning. This is something all teachers want and all students deserve. In Creating Cultures of Thinking: The 8 Forces We Must Master to Truly Transform Our Schools, Ron Ritchhart, author of Making Thinking Visible, explains how creating a culture of thinking is more important to learning than any particular curriculum and he outlines how any school or teacher can accomplish this by leveraging 8 cultural forces: expectations, language, time, modeling, opportunities, routines, interactions, and environment.With the techniques and rich classroom vignettes throughout this book, Ritchhart shows that creating a culture of thinking is not about just adhering to a particular set of practices or a general expectation that people should be involved in thinking. A culture of thinking produces the feelings, energy, and even joy that can propel learning forward and motivate us to do what at times can be hard and challenging mental work.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This anniversary edition which has stood the test of time as arunaway best-seller provides a practical, straight-forward guide toachieving security throughout computer networks. No theory, nomath, no fiction of what should be working but isn't, just thefacts. Known as the master of cryptography, Schneier useshis extensive field experience with his own clients to dispel themyths that often mislead IT managers as they try to build securesystems. A much-touted section: Schneier's tutorial onjust what cryptography (a subset of computer security) can andcannot do for them, has received far-reaching praise from boththe technical and business community.Praise for Secretsand Lies'This is a business issue, not a technical one, and executives canno longer leave such decisions to techies. That's why Secrets andLies belongs in every manager's library.'-Business Week'Startlingly lively.a jewel box of little surprises you canactually use.'-Fortune'Secrets is a comprehensive, well-written work on a topic fewbusiness leaders can afford to neglect.'-Business 2.0'Instead of talking algorithms to geeky programmers, [Schneier]offers a primer in practical computer security aimed at thoseshopping, communicating or doing business online-almost everyone,in other words.'-The Economist'Schneier.peppers the book with lively anecdotes and aphorisms,making it unusually accessible.'-Los Angeles TimesWith a new and compelling Introduction by the author, this premiumedition will become a keepsake for security entusiasts of everystripe.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Develop deeper cultural intelligence to thrive in a globalized world.Cultural DNA is a thought provoking book for successful engagement with cultures around the world. Written by Gurnek Bains, founder and chairman of a global business psychology consultancy, this book guides leaders through the essential soft skills required to get under the skin and engage an increasingly connected world.Presenting ground breaking original research and the latest evidence from neuroscience, behavioral genetics, and psychology, the deepest instincts of eight key global cultures are dissected. Readers will understand the psychological themes at play in regions such as the U.S., Latin America, Europe, China, India, the Middle East, Sub-Saharan Africa and Australia. Additionally, an extensive database of 30,000 leaders provides insights to inform the reader.The book addresses questions such as:\* What are the challenges for leaders from different regions as they move into onto the global stage \* Why are Americans so positive \* Why is China a world leader in manufacturing and India in IT \* Why do overseas firms struggle in the U.S. market place \* What are the emotional forces driving current events in the Middle East Each culture has attributes that developed over thousands of years to address unique environmental challenges. This DNA drumbeat from the past reverberates through each society affecting everything. As globalization marches on we can also learn important lessons from the world's distinct societies.Globalization demands that cultures learn to work within each other's needs and expectations, and the right mix of people skills, business acumen, and cultural awareness is key. Business and Political leaders will understand how each regions' cultural DNA influences:\* Its economic and political institutions.\* People's underlying consumer psychology.\* The soft skills needed to lead in that environment.\* How to best release people's potential.\* The issues that need to be managed to anticipate and solve problems before they ariseEvery now and again a new book comes along, that is a must read: Malcolm Gladwell's Tipping Point or a Seth Godin's Tribes. Cultural DNA by Gurnek Bains, by virtue of its depth, originality and ambition, is that very book for all global leaders.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - What does it mean in practice to be a values-based leader When faced with real situations, how can you be your best self and create best teams--while also being a best partner with customers and vendors, a best investment for your stakeholders, and a best citizen making a difference in the world It's a tall order, but these are the expectations for world-class organizations today.In his bestselling book From Values to Action, Harry Kraemer showed how self-reflection, balance, true self-confidence, and genuine humility are the traits of today's most effective leaders. In Becoming the Best, his highly anticipated follow-up, Kraemer reveals how, in practical terms, anyone can apply these principles to become a values-based leader and to help create values-based organizations.Drawing on his own experiences as the former CEO and chairman of Baxter International, as well as those of other notable leaders and organizations, Kraemer lays out a pathway for understanding the principles and putting them into practice, showing specifically, how to:\* Use self-reflection to become your 'best self' as you lead yourself and others more effectively\* Create a 'best team' that understands and appreciates what they're doing, and why\* Forge 'best partnerships' through win/win collaboration with vendors and customers that enhance the end user's experience Support the mission, vision, and values of the organization to generate returns that distinguish a 'best investment'\* Make a difference in the world beyond the organization by becoming a 'best citizen'Powerful case studies from Campbell's Soup, Ernst & Young, Target, Northern Trust, and many others demonstrate the four principles of values-based leadership in action and show how thinking beyond the corporation can trigger positive outcomes for both the company and the world.Regardless of level or job title, individuals can make a difference in their organization and beyond by embodying the essential traits of a great leader. Becoming the Best offers a definitive, actionable guide to show anyone how to apply in practice the principles of values-based leadership personally and professionally, making it an indispensable manual for the new wave of better leaders.

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Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Time is on your side--smart money management for MillennialsSmart is the New Rich: Money Guide for Millennials is an interactive, step-by-step guide to all things money. From credit, student debt, savings, investing, taxes, and mortgages, CNN's chief business correspondent Christine Romans shows this newest generation of earners how to build wealth. You'll learn the old-fashioned approach that leads to a healthier financial lifestyle, and open the door on a straightforward conversation about earning, saving, spending, growing, and protecting your money. You'll learn how to invest in the stock market or buy a home, even if you are still paying off student loan debt. Romans offers expert insight on the 'New Normal,' and why the rules of the credit bubble--the one you were raised in--no longer apply. Checklists and quizzes help solidify your understanding, and pave the way for you to start putting these new skills into action.For thirty years, the financial rules for life revolved around abundant credit at the ready. A quick look around makes it obvious that those rules no longer work, and Millennials just now coming of age and entering the workforce need a new plan to build a solid financial foundation and healthy money habits. This book puts you on the right track, with step-by-step help and expert guidance.\* Learn what you should ask yourself before spending any money\* Revisit some old money rules that are actually good habits\* See simple rules for managing student debt\* Learn how to talk about money with friends, dates, and parents\* Find out what makes a Millennial successful in the workforceThe economy is out of recession and growing, but many young people feel left out of the recovery. It's why smart spending, saving, and debt management is so critical right now for them. A smart money plan is no longer a 'nice to have' extra, it's mandatory. Smart is the New Rich: Money Guide for Millennials is your guide on how to use time and some good money manners to build wealth.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Get your entire life on track with an accelerated trajectoryYour Trajectory Code is a guide to understanding why you are where you are, and not where you want to be -- and how to change it. Once you understand what the trajectory code is, you can gain an accelerated understanding of yourself and others, including family members, friends, neighbors, colleagues, and anyone else. You'll be able to recognize how tiny 1% adjustments can significantly change your trajectory for the rest of your life. Your inner dialogue guides you along your trajectory, and this book will teach you the five fundamental types of people in your consciousness, and how they can either accelerate your rate of success or derail you straight into a trajectory of misery.We all have the opportunity to make decisions and guide what line or path we follow in life. One trajectory takes you toward greater accomplishments, while the other moves you in the direction of mediocrity and complacency. Understanding the trajectory code and line is what separates winners from losers, and Your Trajectory Code shows you how.\* Gain a deeper understanding of yourself and others\* Make tiny adjustments that have a big impact\* Discover who in your life might hold you back\* Steer your trajectory toward achievement and successThe path of your life is not predetermined. You have control, and it's never to late to make the changes that could bring you greater happiness. Have you settled for 'good enough' long enough Are you ready to rock the boat Your Trajectory Code is the key to figuring out what needs to change, and how to change it to point your trajectory skyward.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Leverage the power of failure in your organizationNobody wants to fail, but failure is a fact of life. Most of us treat it as a regrettable, even shameful, event best overlooked. In truth, failure can be a game-changing strategic resource that can help you and your organization achieve the greater success you crave.The Other 'F' Word shows how successful leaders and teams are putting failure to work every day - to re-engage employees, spark innovation and accelerate growth. Authors Danner and Coopersmith - with their rare blend of senior-level executive experience, global advising, teaching acumen and cross-discipline perspective - share these valuable new practices, and show how they can improve results across your organization. Based on exclusive interviews with prominent leaders and insightful examples from their own in-depth work, the book features a practical seven-stage framework to liberate failure as a force to advance your leadership agenda. After all, everyone creates and confronts failure on a daily basis. Why not use it to your advantage The Other 'F' Word shows you how to:\* Start an open, productive conversation about failure across your organization\* Reduce the fear of failure that stifles initiative, creativity and engagement\* Anticipate, prepare for and respond to failure, so you can leverage it when it happens\* Harness failure as a catalyst to drive innovation, improve performance and strengthen cultureFailure's like gravity - pervasive and powerful. Whether you're a leader or team member of a startup, a growing business, or an established enterprise, failure is today's lesson for tomorrow. Let The Other 'F' Word show you how to apply this lesson and take your company where it needs to go.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A real-world action plan for educators to create personalized learning experiencesLearning Personalized: The Evolution of the Contemporary Classroom provides teachers, administrators, and educational leaders with a clear and practical guide to personalized learning. Written by respected teachers and leading educational consultants Allison Zmuda, Greg Curtis, and Diane Ullman, this comprehensive resource explores what personalized learning looks like, how it changes the roles and responsibilities of every stakeholder, and why it inspires innovation. The authors explain that, in order to create highly effective personalized learning experiences, a new instructional design is required that is based loosely on the traditional model of apprenticeship: learning by doing.Learning Personalized challenges educators to rethink the fundamental principles of schooling that honors students' natural willingness to play, problem solve, fail, re-imagine, and share. This groundbreaking resource:\* Explores the elements of personalized learning and offers a framework to achieve it\* Provides a roadmap for enrolling relevant stakeholders to create a personalized learning vision and reimagine new roles and responsibilities\* Addresses needs and provides guidance specific to the job descriptions of various types of educators, administrators, and other staffThis invaluable educational resource explores a simple framework for personalized learning: co-creation, feedback, sharing, and learning that is as powerful for a teacher to re-examine classroom practice as it is for a curriculum director to reexamine the structure of courses.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Get great digital shots with your Canon EOS 7D Mark IIThis full-color guide to the features and functions of the Canon EOS 7D Mark II makes it easy for first-time users to get the most out of the camera and capture cool, professional-level photos. Packed with examples on how to create eye-popping digital photos, Canon EOS 7D Mark II For Dummies gives you a plain-English tour of the camera's controls, shows how to manipulate focus and color, gives step-by-step instructions on how to shoot better low-light and action shots, and so much more.Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) cameras offer full control over exposure settings while also providing pre-sets and auto mode options for beginners. If you're just picking up--or considering buying--a Canon EOS 7D Mark II camera, this fun and friendly guide takes the intimidation out of making sense of the bells and whistles so you can get right down to snapping stunning photos.\* Covers shooting in auto mode and using live view and playback modes\* Explains how to dial in exposure and use lighting controls\* Includes easy tips for printing, posting photos online, and other ways to share images\* Gives you ten photo editing tricks and pro functionsIf you're an amateur photographer who wants better-than-entry-level gear, or a pro looking for a budget camera to add to your collection, Canon EOS 7D Mark II For Dummies has the information you need to get more bang for your buck out of this powerful camera.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The updated edition of the bestselling guide to Android app developmentIf you have ambitions to build an Android app, this hands-on guide gives you everything you need to dig into the development process and turn your great idea into a reality! In this new edition of Android App Development For Dummies, you'll find easy-to-follow access to the latest programming techniques that take advantage of the new features of the Android operating system. Plus, two programs are provided: a simple program to get you started and an intermediate program that uses more advanced aspects of the Android platform.Android mobile devices currently account for nearly 80% of mobile phone market share worldwide, making it the best platform to reach the widest possible audience. With the help of this friendly guide, developers of all stripes will quickly find out how to install the tools they need, design a good user interface, grasp the design differences between phone and tablet applications, handle user input, avoid common pitfalls, and turn a 'meh' app into one that garners applause.\* Create seriously cool apps for the latest Android smartphones and tablets\* Adapt your existing apps for use on an Android device\* Start working with programs and tools to create Android apps\* Publish your apps to the Google Play StoreWhether you're a new or veteran programmer, Android App Development For Dummies will have you up and running with the ins and outs of the Android platform in no time.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Follow a pioneer's journey from factory floor to CEORoad to Power is the story of how Mary Barra drove herself to the pinnacle of a company that steers the nation's wealth. Beginning as a rare female electrical engineer and daughter of a General Motors die maker, Barra spent more than thirty years building her career before becoming the first woman to ever lead a global automaker. With $155 billion in sales and 200,000 employees, GM is widely considered to be a proxy for the U.S. economy, making Barra's position arguably the most important corporate role a woman has ever held. This book describes the personal character, choices, and leadership style that enabled her to break through the glass ceiling.When 52-year-old Mary Barra was named CEO of General Motors in 2013, only people outside of the company were surprised. She had done everything from working on the factory floor to overseeing manufacturing, from improving union relations to paring down bureaucracy, and from running human resources to helping drag the company back from its 2009 bankruptcy. This book details each step of her career, and the lessons she learned along the way.\* Learn how Mary Barra's willingness to take on diverse assignments helped steer her career trajectory\* Examine the fine details of Barra's management style and her ability to relate to colleagues\* Discover the qualities and experiences Barra had that drove her to lead this male-dominated profession\* Study the valuable lessons Barra learned at each stage in her professional life, and why they stuck with her throughout her journey to the topBarra is most certainly a pioneer for women in business, but she's also a living lesson as to how far the right outlook, skills, and drive can take you in your career. Road to Power explores the talent and the mindset that got her all the way to the top.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Steel yourself, your career, and your business against future threats with effective collaborationFrom Me to We shows business decision makers how the ability to effectively collaborate for mutual commercial benefit is the solution to future-proofing a business. Smashing the myth of the 'Me Economy,' this insightful guide explains the model of Commercial Collaboration and the mindset and think-space it requires. Expanding upon Sheryl Sandberg's 'Lean In' premise, this book emphasizes the need for continuous professional evolution and effort, and describes why women hold an important role in effecting change. Ideas are illustrated with examples, and backed by sector-specific research and interviews with business leaders who have seen real-world results of effective business collaboration. The Seven ReConnect Principles outline methods of realizing change, providing readers a way forward that will future-proof themselves, their careers, and their businesses.Collaboration isn't just a soft skill that's nice to have - it's a vital business practice that affects the bottom line. As the way we do business continues to evolve, collaboration is becoming ever more crucial to steeling an organization against the threats of tomorrow. From Me to We is a practical handbook for more robust business strategy.\* Learn the key principles at the heart of Commercial Collaboration\* Discover the value of trusting others in business relationships\* Become authentically invested in the 'We' space\* Gain the tools to open up to a smarter, savvier way of business thinkingBusiness leaders and entrepreneurs have the complex responsibility of constant strategic thinking. If those finely tuned minds can be brought together for mutual benefit, the possibilities expand and the rewards can be dramatically amplified. From Me to We helps leaders drive better business, armored against future threats.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Increase the odds you won't run out of money in retirement - using debt!Conventional wisdom is wrong - being debt free in retirement may actually increase your risk. The Value of Debt in Retirement teaches you how incorporating debt into your retirement strategy may increase your return, lower your taxes and actually lower your risk. You read that right. If handled correctly, debt--that thing we've all been taught to avoid--can play an integral role in your life, especially in retirement. New York Times Best Selling Author and nationally acclaimed financial expert Tom Anderson shows you how to use the time tested strategies of the best companies and the ultra rich to retire comfortably, minimize taxes, buy the things you have always wanted to have and do the things you have always wanted to do.Thought provoking and against the grain, Anderson explains why your risk tolerance doesn't matter, why being debt free may actually increase your risk and why rushing to pay off your mortgage may be a financial disaster. Full of shocking revelations and tricks high- net-worth individuals have used for years, The Value of Debt in Retirement opens the world to a new approach to wealth management in retirement, one that factors in both sides of the balance sheet as an integrated ecosystem.Real-world case studies illustrate how informed debt strategies can lead to a happier, healthier retirement. See how an individual with a net worth of more than $5 million can spend $20,000 per month - after taxes - and pay less than $5,000 per year in taxes, how it is possible to increase your rate of return by 50%, and how a lower risk portfolio with debt could increase the chances you do not run out of money.Specifically written to Baby Boomers, practical guides and checklists show how to use debt strategies to fund primary and secondary properties, refinance credit card debt, and finance hobbies, such as cars and boats and recreational vehicles. Additional guides show how you can help your children, help your parents and leave a bigger legacy for your heirs and favorite charities. Regardless of your net worth, The Value of Debt in Retirement provides tools to use to apply these concepts to your personal situation.There is no free lunch: the book delivers a balanced perspective focusing on the potential risks and benefits of the strategies discussed. A discussion on economic history highlights some of the shocks the economy may face and provides important warnings that you should factor into your retirement plan. Anderson not only shows that your life expectancy may be longer than you think, but also illustrates that many investors may be on track to average returns well under 4% for the next ten years - a potentially devastating combination. Irrespective of your beliefs about debt, The Value of Debt in Retirement proves risk is more important than return for retirees and provides suggestions on ways to minimize that risk.Not all debt is good and high levels of debt are bad. The Value of Debt in Retirement is about choosing the right debt, in the right amounts, at the right time. Perhaps most importantly, this book isn't for everybody. This book requires responsible actions. If you can't handle the responsibility associated with the ideas then this book then it isn't for you. If you need a rate of return under 3% from your investments then you may not need this book. But if you can handle the responsibility and if you need a return above 3%, this book may offer insights into the best (and potentially only) way to achieve your goals.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Live the Paleo lifestyle to get healthy and fit with natural foodsPaleo All-In-One For Dummies is the powerhouse resource that includes all the information you'll need to get started with the Paleo lifestyle or further refine your diet if you're already a convert! With content from leading authorities on the Paleo lifestyle, this easy-to-read, all-in-one resource offers a complete overview of living the primal life to lose weight, improve athletic performance, get fit, and stay healthy. Use the tips from the book to change your diet to include healthy, natural foods, then jump into the companion workout videos to master the Paleo moves and techniques that are featured in the book.The Paleo movement is taking the scientific world by storm, with studies indicating that the diet lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease, encourages weight loss, controls acne, and leads to greater overall health and athletic performance.\* Discover an appealing, sustainable alternative to highly restrictive diets that are doomed to fail\* Incorporate healthy, natural foods into your daily routine to achieve better health and a better physique\* Get comprehensive coverage of the Paleo lifestyle from leading experts\* Start or refine your paleo diet whether you're new to the concept or a seasoned Paleo followerIf you want to know where to start with the healthy-eating Paleo lifestyle, Paleo All-In-One For Dummies is your resource to get on track and stay the course to create a healthy, happy, and fit new you.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Train your brain to be a real contrarian and outsmart the crowdBeat the Crowd is the real contrarian's guide to investing, with comprehensive explanations of how a true contrarian investor thinks and acts - and why it works more often than not. Bestselling author Ken Fisher breaks down the myths and cuts through the noise to present a clear, unvarnished view of timeless market realities, and the ways in which a contrarian approach to investing will outsmart the herd. In true Ken Fisher style, the book explains why the crowd often goes astray--and how you can stay on track.Contrarians understand how headlines really affect the market and which noise and fads they should tune out. Beat the Crowd is a primer to the contrarian strategy, teaching readers simple tricks to think differently and get it right more often than not.\* Discover the limits of forecasting and how far ahead you should look\* Learn why political controversy matter less the louder it gets\* Resurrect long-forgotten, timeless tricks and truths in markets\* Find out how the contrarian approach makes you right more often than wrongA successful investment strategy requires information, preparation, a little bit of brainpower, and a larger bit of luck. Pursuit of the mythical perfect strategy frequently lands folks in a cacophony of talking heads and twenty-four hour noise, but Beat the Crowd cuts through the mental clutter and collects the pristine pieces of actual value into a tactical approach based on going against the grain.