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"Консалтинговый бизнес для "чайников"" - это книга, которую стоит прочитать как опытным консультантам, так и тем, кто только готовится освоить эту профессию. Начинающие и будущие консультанты могут найти здесь всю необходимую информацию, которая позволит им добиться популярности и успехов, далеко превосходящих их самые смелые мечты. Профессионалы получат возможность пересмотреть с новой точки зрения некоторые из своих взглядов на теоретические и практические моменты своей деятельности, задумавшись о том, какие приемы у них срабатывают, а какие - нет. Несмотря на то, что книга переполнена полезной информацией и советами, она представлена читателю в занимательном и легком для чтения формате. Забудьте о необходимости тратиться на дорогостоящие семинары и видеоматериалы. Забудьте о необходимости учиться путем проб и ошибок. Забудьте о бессонных ночах, посвященных весьма сомнительным заочным курсам. Все, что вам нужно знать о консалтинге, вы можете найти здесь.

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Мир менеджмента может показаться сложным, запутанным и даже пугающим. Но все страхи полностью развенчивают Боб Нельсон и Питер Экономи, авторы книги Менеджмент для чайников. Они уверены: о сложных вещах можно и нужно говорить понятным и доступным языком, а главное - с юмором. В легкой и непринужденной форме эта книга раскроет перед вами секреты эффективного управления людьми. Авторы уверены, что успех любой компании и ее сотрудников начинается именно с менеджера.
Читатель узнает как правильно делегировать полномочия, устанавливать цели, поощрять и дисциплинировать сотрудников, а также набирать новых. Авторы не забыли также коснуться сложных вопросов этики и офисной политики, формирования команд, оценки и мониторинга работы персонала. В этой книге присутствуют практические советы по составлению бюджета, бухгалтерскому учету и использованию информационных технологий. А еще в ней много шуток и примеров из жизни.

Эта книга будет полезна не только менеджерам любой сферы деятельности, но и широкому кругу читателей, интересующимся вопросами и проблемами бизнеса.

Полностью пересмотренное и обновленное руководство по менеджменту в новом тысячелетии!
Эта книга вооружит вас новейшими знаниями и проверенными методиками управления в современном деловом мире, меняющемся со скоростью света. Вы найдете в ней эффективные советы и стратегии по решению любых вопросов, которые могут встретиться на вашем пути как менеджера. Вы узнаете правила проведения аттестаций, увольнений, способы создания команд и многое другое. Вне всякого сомнения, вы держите в руках очень полезное и понятное руководство по деловому лидерству!
Как стать успешным менеджером. Кто такие менеджеры и каковы их функции в компании. Описание основных управленческих умений: организации, делегирования и лидерства.
Менеджмент и человеческий фактор. Суть менеджмента - обеспечение выполнения требуемой работы при помощи других. Найм талантливых работников, их мотивация и обучение для достижения оптимальных результатов.
Выполнение задач. Постановка целей, оценка и контроль работы сотрудников, а также проведение аттестаций.
Работа с людьми. Общение, проведение презентаций, создание эффективных команд и поведение в рамках офисной политики.
Жесткий менеджер. Смена стиля управления, дисциплинирование и увольнение сотрудников, а также управление самим собой.
Инструменты и технологии менеджмента. Бухгалтерский учет, составление бюджета и правилах работы с современными технологиями. Развитие сотрудников и создание на рабочем месте подходящей для этого обстановки.

Основные темы книги
- функции менеджеров в компании
- основные управленческие навыки
- человеческий фактор и мотивация
- контроль за исполнением работ и аттестация
- наведение мостов с другими работниками и руководителями.

Everything aspiring authors need to write, publish, and sell a children's book.
Everyone loves a children's book - and many dream about writing one. But is it actually possible for an unpublished writer - armed with a good story idea and a love of kids - to write, sell, publish, and promote a book? Yes, it is!
Clearly and concisely written with straightforward advice and a plethora of specific up-to-date recommendations, "Writing Children's Books for Dummies" provides step-by-step information on everything aspiring children's book authors need to know - from researching the current marketplace to developing story ideas, strengthening writing skills, dealing with editors, and submitting proposals and manuscripts to agents and publishers.
- Updated and improved writing exercises.
- All new content on social media and establishing an online presence as an author.
- Fresh, updated content on publishing via hard copy and all the e-platforms.
From setting down that first word on paper to doing a successful publicity tour, "Writing Children's Books for Dummies" gives you the confidence and the insiders' know-how to write and sell the story you've always wanted to write.

Starting your own home-based business is a great way to supplement your income in these tough economic times. With thirty percent new and revised material, Home-Based Business for Dummies, 3rd Edition gives you the most current and up-to-date information you need to navigate your way through the whole process.

You'll get trusted and creative advice on how to start being your own boss, bringing in a steady paycheck, and running a business you'll enjoy.
- Complete coverage of legal and financial aspects of a home-based business.
- Effective advertising and promotional strategies that won't break the bank.
- Tips and information you need to make your business profitable.
- Advice on outfitting and running a home office.

Whether you've been affected by downsizing in these uncertain times or are just looking to earn some extra cash, Home-Based Business for Dummies, 3rd Edition shows you how to avoid scams and truly start working from home for profit.

Writing a novel can be a daunting process - it will challenge you, stretch you, and change you. Whether you've never written fiction before or are looking to brush up your skills and learn new techniques for crafting your words, Writing Fiction For Dummies gives you savvy advice on navigating the entire writing process and turning your ideas into a well-written, marketable book.
- Establishing an ideal writing environment - discover how to set aside enough time and an ideal location for your writing.
- Getting ready to write fiction - pinpoint your location on the road to publication, and set your strategic and tactical goals to get your novel published.
- Discovering the principles of writing powerful fiction - build a realistic story world, envision unique and exciting characters, craft the layers of your plot, and grow a theme organically.
- Editing and polishing your story and characters - put on your editing hat and analyze your characters, scrutinize your story structure, and edit your scenes to get your novel in tip-top shape.
- Getting published - learn how to write query letters and book proposals that will ignite an agent's or editor's enthusiasm and help sell your novel to the right publisher.

Want to get an MBA? The Complete MBA For Dummies, 2nd Edition, is the practical, plain-English guide that covers all the basics of a top-notch MBA program, helping you to navigate today's most innovative business strategies. From management to entrepreneurship to strategic planning, you'll understand the hottest trends and get the latest techniques for motivating employees, building global partnerships, managing risk, and manufacturing.
This fun, easy-to-access guide is full of useful information, tips, and checklists that will help you lead, manage, or participate in any business at a high level of competence. You'll find out how to use databases to your advantage, recognize and reward your employees, analyze financial statements, and understand the challenges of strategic planning in a global business environment. You'll also learn the basic principals of accounting, get a grip on the concepts behind stocks and bonds, and find out how technology has revolutionized everything from manufacturing to marketing. Discover how to:
-
Know and respond to your customers' needs
-
Handle budgets and forecasts
-
Recruit and retain top people
-
Establish and run employee teams
-
Use Sarbanes-Oxley to your company's advantage
-
Negotiate with the best of them
-
Build long-term relationships with clients
-
Avoid common managerial mistakes
-
Improve cash flow
-
Market your products and services
-
Make the most of your advertising dollar
Once you know what an MBA knows, the sky's the limit. Read The Complete MBA For Dummies, 2nd Edition, and watch your career take off!

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"Консалтинговый бизнес для "чайников"" - это книга, которую стоит прочитать как опытным консультантам, так и тем, кто только готовится освоить эту профессию. Начинающие и будущие консультанты могут найти здесь всю необходимую информацию, которая позволит им добиться популярности и успехов, далеко превосходящих их самые смелые мечты. Профессионалы получат возможность пересмотреть с новой точки зрения некоторые из своих взглядов на теоретические и практические моменты своей деятельности, задумавшись о том, какие приемы у них срабатывают, а какие - нет. Несмотря на то, что книга переполнена полезной информацией и советами, она представлена читателю в занимательном и легком для чтения формате. Забудьте о необходимости тратиться на дорогостоящие семинары и видеоматериалы. Забудьте о необходимости учиться путем проб и ошибок. Забудьте о бессонных ночах, посвященных весьма сомнительным заочным курсам. Все, что вам нужно знать о консалтинге, вы можете найти здесь.

"Консалтинговый бизнес для "чайников"" - это книга, которую стоит прочитать как опытным консультантам, так и тем, кто только готовится освоить эту профессию. Начинающие и будущие консультанты могут найти здесь всю необходимую информацию, которая позволит им добиться популярности и успехов, далеко превосходящих их самые смелые мечты. Профессионалы получат возможность пересмотреть с новой точки зрения некоторые из своих взглядов на теоретические и практические моменты своей деятельности, задумавшись о том, какие приемы у них срабатывают, а какие - нет. Несмотря на то, что книга переполнена полезной информацией и советами, она представлена читателю в занимательном и легком для чтения формате. Забудьте о необходимости тратиться на дорогостоящие семинары и видеоматериалы. Забудьте о необходимости учиться путем проб и ошибок. Забудьте о бессонных ночах, посвященных весьма сомнительным заочным курсам. Все, что вам нужно знать о консалтинге, вы можете найти здесь.

Want to get an MBA? "The Complete MBA For Dummies", 2nd Edition, is the practical, plain-English guide that covers all the basics of a top-notch MBA program, helping you to navigate today's most innovative business strategies. From management to entrepreneurship to strategic planning, you'll understand the hottest trends and get the latest techniques for motivating employees, building global partnerships, managing risk, and manufacturing.
This fun, easy-to-access guide is full of useful information, tips, and checklists that will help you lead, manage, or participate in any business at a high level of competence. You'll find out how to use databases to your advantage, recognize and reward your employees, analyze financial statements, and understand the challenges of strategic planning in a global business environment. You'll also learn the basic principals of accounting, get a grip on the concepts behind stocks and bonds, and find out how technology has revolutionized everything from manufacturing to marketing. Discover how to:
-
Know and respond to your customers' needs; -
Handle budgets and forecasts; -
Recruit and retain top people; -
Establish and run employee teams; -
Use Sarbanes-Oxley to your company's advantage; -
Negotiate with the best of them; -
Build long-term relationships with clients; -
Avoid common managerial mistakes; -
Improve cash flow; -
Market your products and services; -
Make the most of your advertising dollar.
Once you know what an MBA knows, the sky's the limit. Read "The Complete MBA For Dummies", 2nd Edition, and watch your career take off!

Мир менеджмента может показаться сложным, запутанным и даже пугающим. Но все страхи полностью развенчивают Боб Нельсон и Питер Экономи, авторы книги "Менеджмент для "чайников". Они уверены: о сложных вещах можно и нужно говорить понятным и доступным

В современном стремительно развивающемся мире бизнеса менеджеры ежедневно сталкиваются с проблемами, которые ставят их в тупик. Обычной профессиональной подготовки оказывается недостаточно, чтобы ответить на все вопросы и преодолеть многочисленные