The No-nonsense Guide to Global Finance

The No-nonsense Guide to Global Finance

Author: Peter Stalker

Publisher: New Internationalist

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 161

ISBN-13: 1906523185

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The basic concepts of finance are introduced and explained in this No-Nonsense Guide. Includes information on how money is created as well as how decisions by banking and other financial service corporations determine the fate of billions of people. In today's turbulent economical climate, this guide makes for essential reading.


Neal Whitten's No-Nonsense Advice for Successful Projects

Neal Whitten's No-Nonsense Advice for Successful Projects

Author: Neal Whitten

Publisher: Berrett-Koehler Publishers

Published: 2007-03

Total Pages: 272

ISBN-13: 1523097019

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Learn the Best Practices That Make the Difference Between Troubled Projects and Consistently Successful Projects There's no better way to learn the nuts and bolts of a profession than by having a mentor at your side. But most project managers and leaders don't have that advantage — and that's why Neal Whitten wrote this book. Having Neal Whitten's No-Nonsense Advice for Successful Projects on hand is like having a mentor to guide you at every turn in the road. Neal shows you how to avoid a painful learning curve with a set of best practices for leading consistently successful projects. In this book, Neal distills his 30 years of experience into tips and strategies that are easy to learn and apply to your projects. These strategies will give you a decisive competitive edge in leading projects and working with stakeholders, clients, and team members. Learn How to: • Run your project like you'd run your own business • Become a “benevolent dictator” for the most effective leadership • Recognize and deal with professional immaturity • Deal with difficult people • Master behaviors that will make your team leaders' jobs easier and benefit your own career • Assess if you're too soft — and learn to make unpopular decisions if they're necessary to project success • Create a culture that fosters the success of your project • Gain the respect of your team members • Avoid making long-term project commitments • Manage to your top three problems


Simple Money

Simple Money

Author: Tim Maurer

Publisher: Baker Books

Published: 2016-02-23

Total Pages: 209

ISBN-13: 1493403249

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When it comes to money management, most of us take a hands-off approach because we're just not confident that we have the know-how needed. But personal finance is actually more personal than it is finance. Tim Maurer has made a career out of distilling complex financial concepts into understandable, doable actions. In this eminently practical book, he shows readers how to - better understand their values and goals in order to simplify their money decisions - budget major expenses intelligently - reduce and eliminate debt - make vital decisions on home, auto, and life insurance - establish a world-class investment portfolio - craft a workable retirement plan - and more Readers will be relieved to see that managing their money is actually not as complicated as they thought--and that they can take control of their financial future starting today.


Don't Mess with My Money

Don't Mess with My Money

Author: Ken Dolan

Publisher: Broadway Business

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 394

ISBN-13:

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Includes material on home ownership, debt, investments, car purchasing, insurance, retirement, and estate planning.


The No-Nonsense Real Estate Investor's Kit

The No-Nonsense Real Estate Investor's Kit

Author: Thomas Lucier

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2007-03-31

Total Pages: 338

ISBN-13: 0470036257

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In The No-Nonsense Real Estate Investor’s Kit, noted author and real estate expert, Thomas J. Lucier provides detailed information, step-by-step instructions and practical advice for both beginning and experienced investors, who want to join the ranks of America's real estate millionaires! You get Tom Lucier’s lifetime of real estate investing expertise and experience in twenty-three meaty chapters. You also get all of the nitty-gritty details on five proven strategies for making money in real estate today. You’ll learn all of the fundamentals of successful investing and get the guidance that you need on these and many more vital topics: Choosing the right investment strategies Financing your deals Limiting your risk and liability Earning tax-free income from the sale of real estate Setting up and operating your own real estate business Investing in undervalued properties Following state and federal real estate related statutes Negotiating the best possible deal for yourself Buying properties at below-market prices Performing due diligence, inspections, and estimating property values Preparing purchase and sale agreements The No-Nonsense Real Estate Investor’s Kit is as close as you can get to a graduate degree in real estate investing without ever going to college. It arms you with the specialized knowledge that you need to compete successfully against the seasoned real estate professionals in your local real estate market. And this book comes complete with FREE downloadable and customizable forms to help you get started on the fast track.


The No-Nonsense Guide to World History

The No-Nonsense Guide to World History

Author: Chris Brazier

Publisher: New Internationalist

Published: 2011-08-16

Total Pages: 144

ISBN-13: 1780260350

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Most people's knowledge of world history is hazy and incomplete at best. This updated No-Nonsense Guide gives a full picture, revealing the hidden histories and communities left out of conventional history books—from the civilizations of Africa, Asia, and Latin America to the history of women. The new final chapter includes material on the financial crisis and the world response to climate change. Chris Brazier is co-editor at New Internationalist. His previous books include Vietnam: The Price of Peace. He is principal writer for UNICEF's The State of the World's Children report.