Peter Economy

"This book is chock-full of useful information, tips, and checklists that can be used by anyone who aspires to become a skilled manager. While it's written with the new manager in mind, it can also serve as a useful refresher for any manager, no matter how experienced he or she may be. This guide explores the fundamental skills that every manager needs to understand, practice, and master, such as, building teams and teamwork, setting goals, creating...

"What do you think new cars will be like in the future? If you were to design a new car, would you want it to be fast and cool-looking? Non-polluting and energy efficient? Safer to drive and not cost a lot? See what it takes to create a new car-- beginning with the first drawing and ending with new cars rolling off the assembly line and onto the street. The book also includes rare images and interesting information about some of the first cars ever...

The fast and easy way to learn how to manage people, projects, and teams. Being a manager can be an intimidating and challenging task. Managing involves teaching new skills to employees, helping land a new customer, accomplishing an important assignment, increasing performance, and much more. The process of management can be very challenging at times, but it can also bring you a sense of fulfillment that you never imagined possible. Managing For Dummies,...

Identify your style and articulate your vision. If you're further along in the process, you'll benefit from checklists and pointers on reviewing architects' plans, evaluating contractor bids, flipping the home you build, and more. The latest guidance on building a beautiful home on any budget; new ideas for high-tech homes with low carbon footprints; step-by-step instructions for securing financing, hiring architects, and finding reliable contractors;...

With straightforward advice and a plethora of up-to-date recommendations, the authors provide step-by-step information on everything aspiring children's book authors needs to know. "As an inspiring children's book author, there's a lot you need to know, and Writing Children's Books For Dummies is here to guide you. We start you off on the right foot with insider advice for writing compelling characters, spellbinding stories, and snappy dialogue....

A complete guide to writing and selling your novel

So you want to write a novel? Great! That's a worthy goal, no matter what your reason. But don't settle for just writing a novel. Aim high. Write a novel that you intend to sell to a publisher. Writing Fiction for Dummies is a complete guide designed to coach you every step along the path from beginning writer to royalty-earning author. Here are some things you'll learn in

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