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If you work in a business, a nonprofit organization, or for the government, chances are you've considered getting a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) degree. If you want to get ahead in your organization or just do a better job, obtaining an MBA is one of the best ways...Read more
If you work in a business, a nonprofit organization, or for the government, chances are you've considered getting a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) degree. If you want to get ahead in your organization or just do a better job, obtaining an MBA is one of the best ways to do just that. But is it the degree that makes a difference, or is there something else at work here? Although that piece of paper with your name and the words "Masters of Business Administration" mean a lot, what's even more important are the things that you learn during the course of your MBA studies. The Complete MBA for Dummies is full of useful information, tips, and checklists that you can use to lead, manage, or participate at a high level of competence in any business. And if you already have your MBA, you'll find that this book is a handy refresher and reference that can be used wherever you go. Written in a fun, easy-to-access format, The Complete MBA for Dummi es presents and explains the very same information that you would encounter in a typical MBA program in any high-quality business school today.
Whether it's strategic planning, management, accounting, finance, marketing, negotiation, or any other core MBA topic, you'll find it here. For a fraction of the amount you would pay to get your MBA, this book provides you with an easily understandable road map to today's most innovative and effective business techniques and strategies, including how to: * Motivate employees and build great teams * Understand financial fundamentals * Create effective marketing plans * Come out ahead in negotiations * Examine management trends * Make the Internet work for you * Apply effective risk management techniques in business Business isn't just for managers anymore. The Complete MBA for Dummies provides you with the very best ideas, concepts, and tools taught in today's top business schools. Apply them, and you will see a noticeable difference in your everyday business dealings.
Whether it's strategic planning, management, accounting, finance, marketing, negotiation, or any other core MBA topic, you'll find it here. For a fraction of the amount you would pay to get your MBA, this book provides you with an easily understandable road map to today's most innovative and effective business techniques and strategies, including how to: * Motivate employees and build great teams * Understand financial fundamentals * Create effective marketing plans * Come out ahead in negotiations * Examine management trends * Make the Internet work for you * Apply effective risk management techniques in business Business isn't just for managers anymore. The Complete MBA for Dummies provides you with the very best ideas, concepts, and tools taught in today's top business schools. Apply them, and you will see a noticeable difference in your everyday business dealings.
Home-Based Business for Dummies
by Professor Paul Edwards, Sarah Edwards, and Peter Economy
Published 1 April 2000
Starting a home--based business is a reality that has created wide--open opportunity and success for those who decided to take the plunge just as it can for you. Setting up a home--based business is also the easiest and least expensive way to become an entrepreneur. But how do you...Read more
Starting a home--based business is a reality that has created wide--open opportunity and success for those who decided to take the plunge just as it can for you. Setting up a home--based business is also the easiest and least expensive way to become an entrepreneur. But how do you get started? If you're thinking about starting your own business at home or just curious about what it takes, Home--Based Business For Dummies is the all--in--one guide to making it happen ...and making it profitable. Whether you need information on marketing your business, pricing your products and services, or understanding legal do's and don'ts, this book has what you need to succeed as a home--based business including twenty--five cost--saving tips for setting up a home office. Home--Based Business For Dummies explains an incredibly wide variety of information that will help you become a successful entrepreneur from the comfort of your own home. This accessible, hands--on g uide offers step--by--step advice on every aspect of setting up shop at home, from picking the right business for you and selecting office equipment to presenting a professional image to potential clients and customers.
You'll also discover how to: Make the transition to a home--based business Tap fourteen sources of start--up funds Choose the right health care coverage Create an effective marketing campaign Use pricing strategies to come out on top Harness the power of the Internet to grow your home--based business Set boundaries between home and work Deal with insurance and taxes Home--Based Business For Dummies is filled with useful information, tips, and checklists. From exploring e--commerce options to dealing with financial and legal issues, Home--Based Business For Dummies provides you with the very best ideas, concepts, and tools for starting and successfully operating your own home--based business.
You'll also discover how to: Make the transition to a home--based business Tap fourteen sources of start--up funds Choose the right health care coverage Create an effective marketing campaign Use pricing strategies to come out on top Harness the power of the Internet to grow your home--based business Set boundaries between home and work Deal with insurance and taxes Home--Based Business For Dummies is filled with useful information, tips, and checklists. From exploring e--commerce options to dealing with financial and legal issues, Home--Based Business For Dummies provides you with the very best ideas, concepts, and tools for starting and successfully operating your own home--based business.
Building Your Own Home for Dummies
by Kevin Daum, Janice Brewster, and Peter Economy
Published 1 January 2005
This book helps you keep construction on track with helpful checklists. Turn your dream of a custom home into reality! Thinking about building your own home? This easy-to-follow guide shows you how to plan and build a beautiful home on any budget. From acquiring land to finding the best...Read more
This book helps you keep construction on track with helpful checklists. Turn your dream of a custom home into reality! Thinking about building your own home? This easy-to-follow guide shows you how to plan and build a beautiful home on any budget. From acquiring land to finding the best architect to overseeing the construction, you get lots of savvy tips on managing your new investment wisely - and staying sane during the process! You can discover how to: find the best homesite; navigate the plan approval process; obtain financing; hire the right contractor; cut design and construction costs; and avoid common mistakes.