iPhone 11: The Complete User Manual For Dummies, Beginners, and Seniors (The User Manual like No
by Phila Perry
read by Kyle Wright
Part of the For Dummies series
Are you new to iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, and iPhone 11 Pro max?
This book shows you new and exciting tips and in-depth tutorials you need to know about the new iPhone 11 features and the iOS 13 user interface.
This guide is packed with top tips and in-depth tutorials. You'll uncover the exclusive features of this new iPhone, learn how to take incredible photos, learn how to start dark mode settings and customize your phone, discover how to use iOS 13, how to create and use iPhone 11 shortcuts and gestures, and its built-in apps, plus much more.
In this book you'll discover:
• How to set up your brand new iPhone
• How to Use Look Around feature in Apple Maps
• How to Customize Your Memoji and Animoji
• How to Use the New Gestures for Copy, Cut, Paste, Redo and Undo
• How to Use Cycle Tracking in Health
• iPhone 11 tips and tricks tutorials
• Software & hardware features of iPhone 11
• In-depth coverage of iOS 13
• Top iPhone gestures and shortcuts
• New Homepod features
• Difference between iPhone 11 & iPhone X
• Detailed app tutorials
• The secrets of mastering mobile photography
• How to edit photos
• Essential Settings and configurations
• Troubleshooting tips
• How to Enable Dark Mode.
• And many more!
This book is the best user manual you need to guide you on how to use and optimally maximize your iPhone.
This book has comprehensive tips & in-depth tutorials for beginners, dummies, seniors, kids, teens, and adults.
By the time you've finished reading this book, you'll be a pro in nearly everything related to iPhone and iOS.
Climate Change for Dummies
by Elizabeth May
read by Erin deWard
Part of the For Dummies series
More and more frequent extreme weather events occur each year, and wildlife everywhere is increasingly endangered. Science fiction or science fact, most climate experts see this as our world on climate change - and, according to polls, a majority of people around the globe agree. Climate Change for Dummies allows you to investigate this hottest of hotly debated issues for yourself - examining its causes, the way it affects our lives, and what we can all do to make a difference.
This straightforward guide - cowritten by the former leader of Canada's Green Party and the Canadian Chief of Staff to the Minister of Natural Resources - sifts the fact from the fiction:
• What are the likely long- and short-term effects?
• How can human activity impact the environment?
• Can individuals and governments help reverse the possible effects?
• Which are the best sources of cleaner energy?
With the IPCC predicting a 2.5-10°F warming over the next century, this complex subject will be making temperatures soar for years to come. Climate Change For Dummies is the ideal tool to navigate these increasingly choppy waters - and to make an informed difference where you can.
Business Writing For Dummies
by Natalie Canavor
read by Romy Nordlinger
Part of the For Dummies series
Business writing that gets results!
The ability to write well is a key part of your professional success. From reports and presentations to e-mails and Facebook posts, whether you're a marketer, customer service rep, or manager, being able to write clearly and for the right audience is critical to moving your business forward. The techniques covered in this book will arm you with the skills you need to write better business communications.
Inside you'll find: planning each communication; editing and fine-tuning your copy; building your personal brand with communications; writing bids, proposals, reports, and more; recognizing key differences in your global audiences; and advancing your career with great writing.
CBD for Dummies
by Blair Lauren Brown
read by Sara Sheckells
Part of the For Dummies series
CBD has emerged as a popular health product, but what's all the fuss about? CBD For Dummies reveals the reasons for the surge in interest about cannabidiol (CBD) and explains how to buy and use this remarkable product safely and responsibly. In an accessible, no-nonsense manner, author Blair Lauren Brown lays out the facts about CBD and outlines the many health conditions that may be helped by using CBD oil.
This book covers topics that people new to CBD have questions about. Highlights include:
• What CBD oil is and how it works in the body
• How to buy CBD from a reputable source and understanding a product's potency
• Knowing what conditions can be eased with CBD, including muscle pain, inflammation, autoimmune conditions, eating disorders, mental health disorders, and neurological conditions
• Preparing your own CBD edibles
Perfect for anyone interested in understanding the therapeutic potential of CBD, CBD For Dummies introduces you to everything you need to know about this cool compound.
Executive Recruiting For Dummies
by David E. Perry
read by David Marantz
Part of the For Dummies series
Recruiting for high-end executives requires a special skill-set, and Executive Recruiting For Dummies is here to help you add this niche talent to your arsenal. Whether you're an in-house human resources manager or a professional recruiter at a search firm, this friendly guide walks you through each step of filling that senior, executive, or other highly specialized position. This book covers the globalization of talent and the advantages of executive recruiting. It provides expert guidance on finding the right candidates, conducting hardy screening and interviewing processes, closing deals, and more.
There are 10,000,000 businesses in America that hire at least one senior executive a year, and most turn to commissioning a third-party organization, such as an executive search firm. Rather than losing that next top-tier recruiting job, let Executive Recruiting For Dummies show you how to add this highly desirable and sought-after skill to your resume.
Learn to recruit with precision; create a robust interview process; close the deal with a winning offer; and find out how to work with professional recruiters. Discover how to find the best talent and retain and attract clients with the help of Executive Recruiting For Dummies.
Parakeets For Dummies
by Nikki Moustaki
read by Callie Beaulieu
Part of the For Dummies series
Tweet, tweet, parakeet! Your one-stop resource when you're ready to bring home a budgie
This book introduces you to your beautiful budgie buddy and prepares you to give that bird a home that other avian companions will envy. Perfect for first-time bird owners and seasoned bird parents, Parakeets For Dummies offers expert advice on adopting a parakeet and introducing it to other fur or feathered babies you might have. You'll also discover the best way to groom and train your parakeet and learn how to teach it to talk. And when your feathered friend appears to be under the weather, you can turn to this book to identify the symptoms of illness and know what to look for when choosing a vet for your pet.
Discover whether a parakeet is a good fit for your family, including any existing birds and other pets.
Construct a comfortable enclosure and prep your home so your bird can play safely.
Protect your parakeet from common dangers and avoidable illnesses.
Feed your parakeet a healthy and varied diet to ensure a long and healthy life
This helpful handbook contains the latest tips and tools for parakeet care so your new family member will feel right at home right away.
Online Learning For Dummies
by Susan Manning
read by Emily Ellet
Part of the For Dummies series
Whether you're a college student, adult learner, or professional in continuing education, all of your learning will happen in a virtual classroom. Here is your friendly guide to the fast-growing possibilities of this world, from choosing the right course and mastering the software to polishing up your online communication and study skills.
Whatever you want from your study experience, school success, professional development, or just pursuing your passion, this is your road map to online educational success! This will teach you to find the right course for you, prep successfully for classes, manage time online, apply for study funding, transfer credits, master the software, get the right hardware, and develop online etiquette.
Programming Interviews For Dummies
by John Sonmez
read by Mike Carnes
Part of the For Dummies series
Get ready for interview success
Programming jobs are on the rise, and the field is predicted to keep growing, fast. Landing one of these lucrative and rewarding jobs requires more than just being a good programmer. Programming Interviews For Dummies explains the skills and knowledge you need to ace the programming interview.
Interviews for software development jobs and other programming positions are unique. Not only must candidates demonstrate technical savvy, they must also show that they're equipped to be a productive member of programming teams and ready to start solving problems from day one. This book demystifies both sides of the process, offering tips and techniques to help candidates and interviewers alike. It will enable you to: prepare for the most common interview questions; understand what employers are looking for; develop the skills to impress non-technical interviewers; learn how to assess candidates for programming roles; and prove that you (or your new hires) can be productive from day one.
Programming Interviews For Dummies gives listeners a clear view of both sides of the process, so prospective coders and interviewers alike will learn to ace the interview.
People Analytics For Dummies
by Mike West
read by Peter Lerman
Part of the For Dummies series
Maximize performance with better data
Developing a successful workforce requires more than a gut check. Data can help guide your decisions on everything from where to seat a team to optimizing production processes to engaging with your employees in ways that ring true to them.
People analytics is the study of your number one business asset-your people-and this book shows you how to collect data, analyze that data, and then apply your findings to create a happier and more engaged workforce.
• Start a people analytics project
• Work with qualitative data
• Collect data via communications
If your organization is ready to better understand why high performers leave, why one department has more personnel issues than another, and why employees violate, People Analytics For Dummies makes it easier.
Microsoft Teams For Dummies
by Rosemarie Withee
read by Susan Hanfield
Part of the For Dummies series
Discover the power of Microsoft Teams
Millions of people access Microsoft Teams every day to assist with the collaboration it takes to get work done. That number continues to grow thanks to the countless communication tools for working with associates inside and outside your organization you can find in Microsoft Teams.
If you're new to Microsoft Teams, start here. This book will give you must-have insight on chatting, file sharing, organizing teams, using video communication, and more. You'll also see just how you should be doing things, with best-practice recommendations and ideas for integrating Microsoft Teams into your existing workflows.
• Learn your way around Microsoft Teams and set up the interface
• Communicate via chat and video chat, inside and outside your org
• Integrate Teams with other Office apps for seamless collaboration
• Use Teams to optimize your meetings, build a knowledge wiki, and more!
Brand Licensing for Dummies
by Steven Ekstract
read by Jim Denison
Part of the For Dummies series
The brand licensing business is everywhere, turning intellectual property in sectors like entertainment, sports, and fashion into consumer products. Brand Licensing For Dummies offers advice from a pair of the leading experts on licensing to anyone entering the business of connecting content owners with product creators. In this clear guide, you'll learn about the inner workings of licensing and how both licensor and licensee benefit. Licensing gurus Steven Ekstract and Stu Seltzer bring decades of experience to this guide, demystifying the world of licensing and teaching you all about the win-win partnerships that allow licensors and licensees to do the things they do best.
● Discover why licensing is valuable to licensors and licensees alike
● Explore licensing agreements and different types of deals
● Learn how to spot a valuable licensing opportunity
● Negotiate solid licensing deals using the latest strategies
Whatever your role, Licensing For Dummies will give you practical guidance, legal insights, and strategic approaches to the dynamic landscape of licensing agreements and intellectual property management.
Performance Appraisals & Phrases for Dummies
by Ken Lloyd, Ph. D.
read by John Guccion
Part of the For Dummies series
Performance Appraisals & Phrases For Dummies shows you how to apply the latest performance appraisal practices and generate positive outcomes for your employees, for your company, and for you. The days of stand-alone annual performance appraisals are drawing to a close, with today's appraisals utilizing quarterly or biannual sessions, continuous feedback with regular two-way communication, collaborative goal-setting, career development, and an ongoing forward focus. This approach includes tools to provide impactful feedback and feedforward, recognize and support employee success, avoid the common mistakes, and build your coaching skills.
● Gain a clear understanding of the ways that performance appraisals contribute to individual and organizational success.
● Provide productive feedback by accessing more than 3,300 phrases.
● Lead appraisal sessions that resonate with your employees and set the stage for improved performance and career development.
By applying the newest steps in performance appraisals, you will literally and figuratively be in an excellent position to build your employees' skills, motivation, performance, satisfaction, and commitment.
Multiple Sclerosis For Dummies
by Rosalind Kalb, PhD
read by Xe Sands
Part of the For Dummies series
Being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) doesn't mean your life is over. Everyone's MS is different and no one can predict exactly what yours will be like. The fact is, lots of people live their lives with MS without making a full-time job of it.
Multiple Sclerosis For Dummies gives you accessible, easy-to-understand information about what happens with MS-what kinds of symptoms it can cause, how it can affect your life at home and at work, what you can do to feel and function better, and how you can protect yourself and your family against the long-term unpredictability of the disease. You'll learn how to make treatment and lifestyle choices that work for you, what qualities to look for in a neurologist and the rest of your healthcare team, how to manage fatigue, the pros and cons of alternative medicine, why and how to talk to your kids about MS, stress management strategies, your rights under the Americans with Disabilities act, and so much more.
Multiple Sclerosis For Dummies gives you everything you need to make educated choices and comfortable decisions about living with MS.
Mindfulness at Work Essentials for Dummies
by Shamash Alidina
read by Siiri Scott
Part of the For Dummies series
Manage stress and boost your productivity at work using mindfulness. Mindfulness at Work Essentials for Dummies explores the many benefits of utilizing mindfulness techniques in the workplace, offering managers, HR professionals, and business people of all levels guidance on how mindfulness can help with the development of core business skills. You'll discover the key concepts of mindfulness and quickly grasp how its implementation in the workplace is a win-win for you, your team, and your organization as a whole. Innovative companies like Google have made mindfulness in the workplace a hot topic-and for good reason. Mindfulness can be hugely beneficial on a personal level, as it has been proven to enhance one's effectiveness and ability to live in the present moment. These skills and techniques are equally valuable in the workplace, leading to improved working behavior and better team building. With this handy guide, you'll discover all the tips and tricks to incorporate-and benefit from-mindfulness in the workplace. -Provides an introduction to mindfulness and how it can help improve your working behavior. -Offers useful tips on incorporating mindfulness into your working day -Demonstrates how organisations can benefit from implementing mindful approaches to work. If you're a self-motivated and open-minded business professional looking to expand your knowledge base and effectiveness in the workplace, Mindfulness at Work Essentials for Dummies will help you implement the practice of mindfulness at work-and become a better leader, mentor, or coach.
Politics For Dummies
by Ann M. DeLaney
read by Pam Ward
Part of the For Dummies series
Get up to speed on the US political system
Confused by caucuses, primaries, and pollsters? Puzzled by the various parties and special interest groups? Politics For Dummies has everything you need to understand local, state, and national politics; how to communicate with your elected officials; and what your representatives can do for you.
You'll find out all about lobbying groups, sub-committees, the government branches, and how elections work. Also included is new information on how to use online tools and social media to find out what legislation is on the floor, what issues are before the Supreme Court, and when congress and the Supreme Court are in session.
• Understand the United States political system
• Learn more about the three branches of U.S. government
• Discover the differences in federal, state, and local operations
• Get need-to-know information for involvement
Share Investing for Dummies
by James Dunn
read by Grant Cartwright
Part of the For Dummies series
Get share market savvy and put together the perfect portfolio!
Do you want to invest in shares but don't know where to start? Find out how in this comprehensive yet easy-to-understand bible on all things shares. This updated edition provides new examples and resources, plus information on investing using the internet and spotting winners to pack into your portfolio.
Listen to the book and find:
• How to build a diversified portfolio
• Information on brokers and what they can do for you; ways to develop your own successful investment strategy
• What a float is and how to jump aboard
• How to understand and analyze a company prospectus
• and Tips for trading local and international stocks online.
Paying For College For Dummies
by Eric Tyson, M. B. A.
read by Barry Abrams
Part of the For Dummies series
Discover a concrete financial plan to finance a college education
Financing a college education is a daunting task no matter what your circumstances. Bestselling author and personal finance expert, Eric Tyson offers tried and true strategic advice on how to understand loans, know your options, and how to improve your financial fitness while paying down your student loan debt. Armed with the checklists and timelines, you'll be able to:
• Figure out what colleges actually cost
• Get to know the FAFSA® and CSS Profile(TM)
• Research scholarship opportunities
• Quickly compare financial aid offers from different schools
• Find creative ways to lighten your debt load
Getting Pregnant For Dummies
by John S. Rinehart, M. D., Ph D.
read by Kitty Hendrix
Part of the For Dummies series
For millions of people, starting a family is a lifelong dream. However, many face challenges in welcoming children into the world. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 12% of women in the US from ages 15 to 44 have difficulty getting pregnant or staying pregnant. A variety of factors exist that can contribute to infertility, such as ovulation disorders, uterine abnormalities, congenital defects, and a host of environmental and lifestyle considerations. But infertility is not just a female problem. For approximately 35% of couples with infertility, a male factor is identified along with a female factor, while in 8% of couples, a male factor is the only identifiable cause.
Getting Pregnant For Dummies offers up-to-date advice on the current methods and treatments to assist in conception. This guide will help you understand why infertility occurs, its contributing risk factors, and the steps to take to increase the chances of giving birth. From in vitro fertilization (IVF) to third party reproduction (donor sperm or eggs and gestational surrogacy) to lifestyle changes to understanding genetic information to insurance, legal and medication considerations, this book covers all the information you need to navigate your way to the best possible results.
Baseball for Dummies
by Joe Morgan
read by Barry Abrams
Part of the For Dummies series
Baseball continues to be a popular game both as a spectator sport and as a pastime. Since the publication of Baseball For Dummies, 3rd Edition, baseball teams have changed, new MLB stadiums have been built, and rules have been updated. This updated 4th Edition brings you the latest information on the players, the places, and above all, the game.
Baseball For Dummies is for baseball fans at all levels, from players and coaches to spectators who love the game. Baseball Hall of Fame player Joe Morgan explains baseball with remarkable insight, using down-to-earth language so everyone from the casual observer to the die-hard fan can gain a fuller appreciation of the sport.
** Improve your hitting, pitching, and fielding
** Find a baseball team to play on, from Little League on up
** Evaluate stats, players, and records
** Coach baseball or umpire effectively
Complete with Morgan's personal lists of top-ten toughest pitchers, smartest players, and most strategic managers, Baseball For Dummies gives you all the inside tips, facts, and stats so you can have Major League fun!
Raising Chickens For Dummies
by Kimberley Willis
read by Tanya Eby
Part of the For Dummies series
Thinking about raising chickens? You've come to the right place! This new edition of Raising Chickens For Dummies provides the most up-to-date, thorough information on the many aspects of keeping chickens in your backyard. You'll hear hands-on, easy-to-follow instructions on choosing and purchasing chickens, constructing housing for your birds, feeding your chickens for optimal health, combating laying issues, controlling pests and predators, optimizing egg production, and much more.
Raising chickens on a small scale is a popular-and growing-pastime. If you're interested in keeping chickens as pets or as a source for eggs, Raising Chickens For Dummies gives you plain-English explanations of everything you need to know to about caring for chickens. You'll learn about basic chicken biology, breeds, and behavior, which chicken breed is best for you, how many you need, ways to spot healthy chickens, how to build a chicken coop, best practices for mating your chickens, how to incubate eggs, how to hatch and nurture chicks, manage laying hens, collect and store eggs, and butcher meat birds.
Whether you're a first-time poulterer or you've been raising chickens for years, this comprehensive guide provides practical how-to advice for keeping chickens in virtually any backyard.
Growth Hacking For Dummies
by Anuj Adhiya
read by Steve Menasche
Part of the For Dummies series
Hack your business growth the scientific way
Growth Hacking for Dummies provides a blueprint for building the machine from the ground-up, whether you're a fledgling organization looking for ways to outperform big budgets and research teams, or an established business wanting to apply emerging techniques to your process. Written by a growth thought leader who learned from the original growth hacking gurus, you'll soon be an expert in the tech world innovations that make this the proven route to the big time: iteration, constant testing, agile approaches, and flexible responses to your customers' evolving needs.
• Soup to nuts: get a full overview of the growth hacking process and tools
• Appliance of science: how to build and implement concept-testing models
• Coming together: pick up best practices for building a cross-disciplinary team
• Follow the data: find out what your customers really want
Building Chicken Coops For Dummies
by Todd Brock
read by Steven Jay Cohen
Part of the For Dummies series
As the popularity of urban homesteading and sustainable living increases, it's no wonder you're in need of trusted, practical guidance on how to properly house the chickens you're planning (or have already begun) to keep. Building Chicken Coops For Dummies gives you the information you need to build the most cost-efficient, safe, and easy-on-the-eye enclosures for your backyard flock.
This practical guide gives you easy-to-follow and customizable plans for building the backyard chicken coop that works best for you. You'll get the basic construction know-how and key information you need to design and build a coop tailored to your flock, whether you live in a small city loft, a suburban backyard, or a small rural farm.
• Includes detailed material lists, instructions, and schematic plans for building a host of different chicken coops
• Step-by-step guidance on how to build a coop-or design your own
• Accessible for every level of listener
Crohn's and Colitis for Dummies
by Tauseef Ali, M. D.
read by Adam Barr
Part of the For Dummies series
Get relief from your inflammatory bowel disease symptoms.
Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are diseases that disrupt your body's ability to digest food, absorb nutrition, and eliminate waste in a healthy manner. Crohn's and Colitis for Dummies is the ultimate reference to these common forms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including tips on how to recognize and control the symptoms, so you can get your life back. Get ideas for keeping disease in check through diet and lifestyle changes, learn about the various medical and surgical treatment options, and discover healthier living with this friendly Dummies guide. This updated edition covers the latest research on IBD and new therapies that are helping today's Crohn's and colitis patients. You'll also find resources that will help and offer hope as you navigate your diagnosis.
Learn about the different forms of inflammatory bowel disease; ask the right questions at the doctor's office; make simple changes that will improve your symptoms; know that there's hope and that you are not alone. This book is perfect for anyone who has been recently diagnosed with Crohn's or colitis, and for those who suspect they may have IBD. If you're a caregiver or family member of an IBD sufferer, you'll also love the easy-to-understand information.
Bluesky for Dummies
by Eric Butow
read by Jon Vertullo
Part of the For Dummies series
Bluesky has been taking the social media world by storm. The platform offers users a high degree of control over what information they view and share, abilities they've lost on other platforms. Bluesky For Dummies serves as your guidebook to navigating the new platform. Learn to import your contacts, control your feed, and share content, with easy-to-follow instructions. This book also shows you how to manage who can contact you and access your content, so you can avoid bots, trolls, and other unsavory characters. For business owners, this Dummies guide is a breath of fresh air-learn how to set up Bluesky for your business and enjoy a peaceful and profitable social experience.
● Discover how Bluesky differs from the other social media apps out there
● Create a profile, make connections, share your content, and build a following
● Take control of your social media experience with access and content settings
● Connect with users by exploring custom lists and feeds
Refugees from other social media sites, as well as social media beginners, can find out what it's like to be social without the downsides, thanks to Bluesky For Dummies.
Reiki for Dummies
by Nina L. Paul, Ph. D.
read by Leslie Howard
Part of the For Dummies series
Reiki is a subtle, non-invasive form of healing that uses spiritually guided life force energy, and sixty percent of top hospitals in the United States now offer it as complementary treatment for anxiety, depression, pain relief, and more. Reiki For Dummies is a clear and easy-to-follow guide to the origins of Reiki, where you can study Reiki, what it can do for you, what to expect in a session, and how to use Reiki at home. This book takes you through the principles, practice, and uses of Reiki-even if you're skeptical or taking your first Reiki class. Dummies is the perfect starting point for anyone interested in benefiting from Reiki or becoming a Reiki healer. Discover how Reiki fits in with other healing practices, and how it just might transform your life.
In this book, you'll: learn what Reiki is and how to find a Reiki practitioner; prepare for your Reiki session and set realistic goals and expectations; explore Reiki classes, symbols, and techniques; get started performing Reiki with basic hand positions and self-treatment; and discover the fascinating history and evolution of this Japanese healing practice.
This edition has been expanded with new information on self-Reiki, mind-body healing with Reiki, and becoming a Reiki professional. Plus, you'll find the latest Reiki resources to expand your healing journey.
The Book of Revelation for Dummies
by Richard Wagner
read by William Sarris
Part of the For Dummies series
Are you baffled by the Book of Revelation? Understand the purpose, key themes, and symbolism of the most fascinating book in the Bible with The Book of Revelation For Dummies, an easy-to-understand guide that will help you grasp the enduring messages of Revelation and apply them to your life. You will understand what Revelation says about the past, present, and future, and how it relates to the rest of the Bible.
You will learn how this mysterious book of the Bible fits into a historical context. You'll discover interesting facts about the apostle John and learn about the details of his world. You will be able to choose a perspective for interpreting this book of the Bible and decipher the many haunting symbols.
Discover how to: interpret the prophecy of the Revelation; place it in historical context; understand how it relates to other books in the Bible; unravel the details of the apostle John's life and world; choose a perspective for understanding; and see the grander scheme of things.
Complete with lists of the most commonly asked questions about end times and rules of thumb for interpreting scripture, this book will help you understand one of the most perplexing books in the Bible!
Fishing For Dummies
by Peter Kaminsky
read by Basil Sands
Part of the For Dummies series
From trout to carp and catfish to bonefish, the tips in Fishing For Dummies, 3rd Edition help anglers prepare for what awaits beyond the shore. Featuring new and updated content on kayak fishing, advanced sonar equipment, GPS, and technology integration, this revised edition delivers the latest and greatest in fishing enjoyment and how-to. Listeners will discover how to choose the right gear, the right spots, and the right times for fishing.
Lewis & Clark For Dummies
by Sammye J. Meadows
read by Chris Abernathy
Part of the For Dummies series
The Lewis and Clark expedition was the greatest camping trip in history. It was one of those irresistible American adventures that many people dream of living. This book shares the delightful details of the journey that historians have gleaned from the group's journals and maps, and also discusses what's known of the Indian perspective of the expedition.
Throughout Lewis and Clark For Dummies, you find out about Jefferson's western exploration from his earliest efforts to see the Corps assembled through the aftermath for the explorers, the tribes, and the United States. But the focus of Lewis & Clark For Dummies is on the period between Jefferson's confidential letter to Congress requesting dollars to mount a western exploration (January 18,1803) and the expedition's triumphant (and improbable) return to St. Louis (September 23, 1806): forty-two months that changed the world.
The story of Lewis and Clark doesn't end with their return to St. Louis. This book will also lead you on an exploration of the fates and lessons of the Corps of Discovery. Find out what happened to Lewis, Clark, and many other key players after their famous journey. And examine the aftermath for the American Indians and the political and cultural ramifications for the United States.
SAS for Dummies
by Chris Hemedinger
read by Ray Greenley
Part of the For Dummies series
Data and analytics are essential for any business, giving insight into what's working, what can be improved, and what else needs to be done. SAS software helps you make sure you're doing data right, with a host of data management, reporting, and analysis tools. SAS For Dummies teaches you the essentials, helping you navigate this statistical software and turn information into value. In this book, learn how to gather data, create reports, and analyze results. You'll also discover how SAS machine learning and AI can help deliver decisions based on data. Even if you're new to data and analytics, this guide will turn you into an SAS power user.
● Become familiar with the most popular SAS applications
● Connect to data, organize your information, and adopt sound data security practices
● Get a primer on working with data sets, variables, and statistical analysis
● Explore and analyze data through SAS programming and rich application interfaces
● Create and share graphs interactive visualizations to deliver insights
This is the perfect Dummies guide for new SAS users looking to improve their skills-in any industry and for any organization size.
Running A Bar for Dummies
by Ray Foley
read by Graham Rowat
Part of the For Dummies series
Get insider details on how to operate a successful bar.
Running a Bar For Dummies, 2nd Edition shows established and future bar owners how to establish and maintain a successful business. Using clear, concise language, this For Dummies guide contains all the information you need to start your bar off on the right foot. From grand opening to last call, you'll discover the insider tricks that keep the business end running smoothly and the customers happily engaged. With updated information on marketing and social media, the book walks you step by step through the entire process, revealing the nitty-gritty details most new bar owners only discover after starting.
The bar business continues to grow; however, securing running capital and having knowledge about the business are cited as the two biggest reasons new bars fail. Running a Bar For Dummies, 2nd Edition shines a light on these issues to help bar owners prepare properly. The book helps you find your way through the maze of licensing and permits, developing a business plan, and preparing for your grand opening, plus offers clear, no-nonsense guidance on dealing with tough customers. Every step of the way, Running a Bar For Dummies, 2nd Edition is a reference you can count on.
Solo Travel for Dummies
by Lee Mylne
read by Kate Coventry
Part of the For Dummies series
A friendly resource to help you prepare for exciting domestic or international travel, on your own.
“Solo Travel for Dummies” teaches you how to plan the solo trip of a lifetime with must-know info, insider tricks, safety essentials, and more. Whether you're a seasoned jetsetter or nervous first timer, you'll learn everything you need to know. Choose your destination, plan a fulfilling itinerary, save money, and stay safe, no matter where in the world you may roam. As a solo traveler, you'll appreciate this book's specific tips on how to avoid loneliness, what to do if you get lost, and how to plan ahead so you can enjoy your trip. With this Dummies travel guide, you'll be ready for your once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
-Find expert travel tips for minimizing stress and maximizing enjoyment
-Learn how to plan the perfect solo itinerary for your goals
-Discover unique destinations and can't-miss cultural experiences
-Get expert tips on safety, budgeting, and so much more!
“Solo Travel for Dummies” is for anyone who needs a trusted, comprehensive source of information as they prepare to travel independently.
Quitting Smoking & Vaping For Dummies
by Charles H. Elliot, Ph. D.
read by Matthew Boston
Part of the For Dummies series
Give up smoking and vaping for good
Most people know that smoking is bad for their health and believe vaping is a better alternative. Now, vaping has become a national epidemic and shows no sign of slowing. Quitting Smoking & Vaping For Dummies delivers facts about the differences between smoking and vaping, the effects on their short-term and long-term health, and how addiction works. Whether you're a smoker or a vaper, or have a loved one that needs to break the habit, this trusted guidebook walks you through building a personal quitting plan. Offering information on new and effective medication treatments, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), and building resilience, it sets you or a family member on the path to recovery. This book breaks down the psychology of your addiction so you can identify the methods that are most useful and effective for becoming smoke free for good. Start your recovery today, and look forward to a long and healthy life.
Weight Loss Surgery For Dummies
by Marina S. Kurian, M.D.
read by Emily Durante
Part of the For Dummies series
Sixty percent of individuals over the age of twenty-or 58 million people in the U.S.-are overweight. As the obesity epidemic continues to grow, many Americans are researching the benefits and complications of weight-loss surgeries. Weight Loss Surgery For Dummies, 2nd Edition is the most up-to-date and authoritative guide to understanding the impact of surgical weight-loss before, during, and after surgery.
Weight-loss surgery is often an overweight person's last resort, and it comes with many risks, questions, and fears. So how do you know if it's right for you? Weight Loss Surgery For Dummies gives you expert guidance on knowing whether you qualify for the procedures, advice on choosing the best center and doctor, and trusted information on evaluating the risks involved. Plus, it helps you plan to finance the procedure, prepare for surgery, and achieve the best results as you adjust to a new diet and lifestyle post-surgery.
If you or a loved one is considering gastric bypass surgery, Weight Loss Surgery For Dummies gives you everything you need to decide if it's the right course of action, what to expect during recovery, and how to ensure the best results through healthy eating behaviors and regular physical activity.
Managing Millennials For Dummies
by Hannah L. Ubl
read by Jo Anna Perrin
Part of the For Dummies series
Everything you need to harness Millennial potential.
Managing Millennials For Dummies is the field guide to people-management in the modern workplace. Packed with insight, advice, personal anecdotes, and practical guidance, this book shows you how to manage your Millennial workers and teach them how to manage themselves. You'll learn just what makes them tick-they're definitely not the workers of yesteryear-and how to uncover the deeply inspirational talent they have hiding not far below the surface. Best practices and proven strategies from Google, Netflix, LinkedIn, and other top employers provide real-world models for effective management, and new research on first-wave versus second-wave Millennials helps you parse the difference between your new hires and more experienced workers. You'll learn why flex time, social media, dress code, and organizational structure are shifting, and answer the all-important question: why won't they use the phone?
Millennials are the product of a different time, with different values, different motivations, and different wants-and in the U.S., they now make up the majority of the workforce. This book shows you how to bring out their best and discover just how much they're really capable of.
Green Living for Dummies
by Liz Barclay
read by Brett Barry, Michael Grosvenor
Part of the For Dummies series
Features strategies to apply green principles in your daily life Minimize your impact on the world and enjoy a green lifestyle Want to join the worldwide environmental initiative? This practical guide is packed with realistic ways to help the environment and create a better home for you and your loved ones, from reducing energy use and waste and scaling back reliance on your car to making a difference in your diet, at work, and in your community. You'll see how green living affects the environment-and why going green is great for your well-being! Discover how to: Make eco-friendly home improvements Work greener transportation into your lifestyle Eat locally and organically Repair, restore, and reuse
Energy Efficient Homes for Dummies
by Rik DeGunther
read by Brett Barry
Part of the For Dummies series
Save money with hands-on, smart household energy solutions!Want to make eco-friendly changes in your house that will save energy? This practical guide is packed with tips and projects for increasing your home's energy efficiency while reducing costs and cutting down on waste and pollution. You'll see how to put together your own energy action plan based on your needs - and make your lifestyle more comfortable and enjoyable. Learn from an energy expert - the author draws on his extensive experience to provide the best, most effective solutions Evaluate your energy usage - perform a home energy audit and identify the areas that need improvement Reduce inefficiencies inside and out - banish contaminants, seal and insulate your home, get more from your heating and air conditioning, fix leaks, and more Cut costs in every room - use the right lights and switches, stop wasting water, and lessen the load on appliances Open the book and find: Explanations of energy costs Advice on changing your consumption habits Instructions for calculating your carbon footprint The ten best efficiency investments Tips for financing energy improvements The pros and cons of different energy alternatives Top solar investments The most efficient ways to reduce waste
Business Plans for Dummies
by Paul Tiffany
read by Brett Barry
Part of the For Dummies series
Creating a great business plan is the first and most vital step to business success. Business Plans For Dummies, 2nd Edition, offers quick, easy solutions for all your planning dilemmas. Packed with the latest tips and advice, this fun, friendly resource will help you launch your company with confidence. Discover how to: Assess your company's goals and objectives Create a clear, precise mission statement Identify customers and understand their needs Differentiate your business from the competition Understand budgeting and finances
Green Business Practices for Dummies
by Lisa Swallow
read by Brett Barry
Part of the For Dummies series
Green Business Practices For Dummies provides readers with the information they need to reduce the environmental impact of the business with out reducing their bottom line. The practical and expert advice and tips presented in this title benefits business owners at all levels, from large corporations to small, family-run stores. The only resource with specific hands-on guidance for greening your businessWant to take advantage of profit-enhancing opportunities while minimizing negative environmental and social impact? This practical guide shows you how to implement green business practices and gain competitive advantage through reduced costs, product and process innovation, increased productivity, and more. You'll cultivate an eco-minded workforce and manage environmental opportunities and threats at every level of your organization. Develop your sustainability plan-establish your goals, choose key performance indicators, and share your plan with stakeholders Embark on your green journey-get started by altering daily office practices, re-evaluating products and processes, and adapting your physical facilities Get internal and external stakeholders involved-stimulate buy-in from employees, develop community relationships, and collaborate with nonprofits Assess and measure your progress-identify greening standards to meet, accumulate data, and design and distribute a sustainability report to inform stakeholders of your progress Learn by example-discover how numerous green corporate visionaries met their sustainable business goals Reap the benefits of going green-improve employee morale, increase stakeholder engagement, stand out in the marketplace, and reduce your eco-footprint Open the book and find: Explanations about why sustainability is a profitable business model Common frameworks that guide most sustainability efforts Ways to create an eco-conscious work environment Guidance on working with regulatory pressures and policymakers Ways to link community support with your corporate message Success stories of green businesses, small and large Checklists, frameworks, and action items to transform your organization
Loneliness for Dummies
by Andrea Wigfield
read by Jayne Entwistle
Part of the For Dummies series
“Loneliness for Dummies” helps listeners understand loneliness and how to take steps to overcome this unwanted feeling. At some point in life, loneliness affects everyone. It can be triggered by situations and events like children leaving home, losing a loved one, working remotely, moving, divorce, or retirement. It can also occur without reason. Thanks to this book, you don't have to be afraid of being lonely. “Loneliness For Dummies” explains that loneliness is a natural reaction that signals us to make a change. You'll learn the signs to look for, why people feel lonely, and actions you can take to reduce feelings of loneliness.
-Learn why people feel lonely, including the situations that trigger loneliness and what this uncomfortable feeling means
-Discover the signs of loneliness so you can recognize it in others and step in to help
-Complete a questionnaire to gauge your own loneliness and identify steps you can take to feel less lonely
-Make changes to your lifestyle that will lead to greater satisfaction in the long run
This is the perfect Dummies guide for anyone who is currently feeling adrift without social connections and wants to make a change.
Living Well in a Down Economy for Dummies
by Tracy L. Barr
read by Brett Barry
Part of the For Dummies series
Get smart about spending and saving-and ride out a recession! Looking for practical ways to make every dollar count? This savvy guide gives you expert tips for tightening your belt and saving cash in every area of your life-from your house and car to dining and entertaining to banking and managing debt. You get realistic solutions for making smarter choices and living well in this time of economic turmoil-without extraordinary sacrifice! Bump up your take-home pay-spiff up your resume, find a good job fast, explore telecommuting, or start a home-based business Get your personal finances in tip-top shape-create a budget, pay down debt, save on insurance, and protect your retirement funds Develop recession-proof habits-use coupons and rebates, extend the life of your wardrobe, utilize community resources, travel on a budget, and save on utilities and fuel expenses Decorate on a dime and entertain on a shoestring-plan parties, celebrate the holidays, and give gifts without losing your shirt Bounce back from bad financial situations-improve bad credit scores, and negotiate with creditors or the IRS Open the book and find: 125 tips for making changes in your life that allow you to continue to live well Ways to stand out on paper and in an interview when looking for a job Tips on managing debt-from working with credit counselors and consolidating your debts to boosting your income Smart solutions for weathering financial emergencies, from bankruptcy to foreclosure
Fibromyalgia for Dummies
by Roland Staud, M. .D.
read by Rick Adamson
Part of the For Dummies series
Discover the latest science on fibromyalgia and get proven, practical steps to recover your quality of life.
Fibromyalgia For Dummies helps you understand the symptoms and causes of this challenging disease and guides you through steps you can take to reduce or eliminate your symptoms, decreasing your pain and fibro fog to manageable control. You'll learn about and benefit from clear, easy-to-understand coverage of the newest and best medications, over-the-counter drugs, topical remedies, hands-on therapies, and alternative treatments. Learn about the pros and cons of medical marijuana and cannabinoids. You'll also discover how to deal with people who can't wait to tell you that your fibromyalgia symptoms aren't "real." (Even though they are.) Plus, receive proven tips for managing stress, exercising, and diet and lifestyle changes to reduce inflammation and improve your symptoms. This completely updated Dummies guide is your source of information on new research, the latest therapies (like low-dose naltrexone and portable transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation or TENS), and finding what treatments work best for you.
Fibromyalgia For Dummies is for anyone, of any age, who thinks they might be suffering from fibromyalgia―as well as loved ones who want to know more about this disease.
Building Beehives For Dummies
by Howland Blackiston
read by Jonathan Yen
Part of the For Dummies series
The easy way to build your own beehives and beekeeping equipment
Building Beehives For Dummies is the follow-up book to the bestselling Beekeeping For Dummies. It provides everything you need to learn how to build some of the world's most popular hives and beekeeping accessories. For each design the book includes a detailed materials list (what lumber, hardware, and fasteners you'll need) and step-by-step building instructions. There are over a dozen plans in all, including the traditional Langstroth hive, the eight frame garden hive, designs for elevated hive stands, the Warre hive, screened bottom board, the Kenya top-bar hive, four-frame observation hive, hive top feeders, and more. The book contains introductory chapters that teach you the basic carpentry skills necessary to build any of the plans in the book.
Whether you are a new beekeeper or a seasoned ol'timer, Building Beehives For Dummies provides you with the information you need to plan and succeed at building beehives (and other cool accessories). You'll discover what type of hive to build, hints on how to maintain your equipment, what bees need to stay happy and healthy, where to locate your hive, and much more.
Circular Economy For Dummies
by Kyle J. Ritchie
read by Gabriel Vaughan
Part of the For Dummies series
Imagine a future free from wasted materials, labor, and energy for you, your business, and your family
A circular economy is an economic system designed to save money, eliminate waste, and achieve deep sustainability. No-brainer, right? Circular Economy For Dummies explains why the old way of doing things (the take-make-waste model of a linear economy) is fast going the way of the dinosaurs, and it gets you ready to think circular. From business processes and material lifecycles to circular design in just about every industry, this book is a fascinating glimpse into the sustainable future we urgently need.
Whether you're a designer looking to create better products, a manufacturer looking to streamline your operations, or simply looking to develop a healthy and sustainable lifestyle, this book shows you how. Learn how to innovate for a circular economy, how to turn trash into treasure, and how to calculate the (potentially large) amount of money this will save you. And-bonus-you'll feel good doing the right thing and being a part of our regenerative future!
The future is circular. Buck business-as-usual and learn how to create a circular economy for all!
Captain America for Dummies
by Stuart Moore
read by A. W. Miller
Part of the For Dummies series
With roots dating back to World War II, Captain America reigns as one of the most iconic heroes in the Marvel Comics universe. Captain America For Dummies is your guide to getting to know this popular and enduring super hero. Produced in partnership with Marvel Comics, this fun and friendly guide helps you understand how Captain America gained his powers and evolved over the years, including the range of characters who have wielded the shield. Discover what inspired the creation of the character, explore Captain America's friends and foes, and dig into the teams that Captain America has fought alongside. You'll learn the major storylines that turned Cap into one of the most well-known and popular super heroes of all time!
• Get to know Captain America, his creators, and origin story
• Meet Captain America's allies and enemies
• Learn more about others who have carried Captain America's shield
• Explore major storylines and battles
• Discover the teams Captain America has fought alongside
Whether you're just starting your adventures or are a faithful fan, Captain America For Dummies is your guide to this star-spangled patriot and his legacy.
Mindfulness at Work For Dummies
by Shamash Alidina
read by Kitty Hendrix
Part of the For Dummies series
Master your mind, manage stress, and boost your productivity!
Mindfulness at Work for Dummies provides essential guidance for employees at all levels of an organization who are seeking more focus and clarity in their work. It explains how mindfulness can help employers wishing to implement mindful practices into the workplace, and provides leaders and mentors within an organization with the tools they need to become more effective leaders and coaches. The book contains guided mindfulness exercises and meditations suited to workplace scenarios, a core feature of mindfulness programs.
Mindfulness at Work for Dummies includes an introduction to mindfulness, and how it can help improve working behavior; an explanation of how the brain retains new mindful working patterns . . . with a bit of practice!; useful tips on incorporating mindfulness into your working day; how organizations can benefit from implementing mindful approaches to work; and guidance for leaders on how mindfulness can help develop their leadership qualities.
OKRs For Dummies
by Paul R. Niven
read by Matt Weisgerber
Part of the For Dummies series
In business, OKRs-that's short for Objectives and Key Results-are the gold standard for communicating and delivering on what you want to accomplish and how you'll get there. “OKRs For Dummies” provides you with step-by-step guidance for following in the footsteps of some of the world's leading organizations. Drive focus on what matters most, align and engage teams, and generally maximize the benefits OKRs have to offer, thanks to this easy-to-use guide. You'll learn how to roll out an OKR system that closes the gap between strategy and execution and helps people at every level organize their daily decisions around shared and important goals. It's time to get strategic with OKRs.
-Understand the OKR methodology and determine the benefits for your organization
-Learn how to craft sound OKRs for every level and department of your business
-Discover best practices and common pitfalls to ensure success when applying OKRs
-Focus on the three aspects of the OKRs process: Adoption, Engagement, and Alignment
Business owners, team leaders, C-suite executives, and coaches will love this friendly how-to manual for joining the OKR movement.
Vaccines For Dummies
by Megan Coffee, M. D., Ph. D.
read by Emily Durante
Part of the For Dummies series
All the vax facts in one trustworthy rundown. Getting a shot is a lot easier than getting sick, but what exactly are we putting in our bodies, and how did it all get started? Vaccines For Dummies is the simple way to clear up the confusion. Packed with the latest facts on how vaccines can conquer an army of diseases, including COVID-19, this book can help you navigate the vaccination maze. It also uncovers the reasons why vaccine hesitancy contributes to disease outbreaks. You'll find it easy to make big vaccine decisions with the help of this easy-to-understand guide. Inside you will find:
• Get up to date on the latest science on vaccine safety and efficacy.
• Learn how vaccines prevent diseases like polio and measles.
• Prepare for the potential side effects of vaccines.
• Review the childhood vaccine schedule and catch up if you're behind.
Navigating Your Later Years For Dummies
by Carol Levine
read by Marie Hoffman
Part of the For Dummies series
We're living exciting bonus years-decades that our parents and grandparents didn't have. But how to navigate this complex terrain? Questions abound around long-term care planning: Where to live? How to get the best medical care? What to do about advance directives, wills and trusts, and estate planning? And how to pay for it all after you retire? Getting accurate information and answers wasn't easy. Until now.
AARP's Navigating Your Later Years for Dummies helps you and your family understand the growing range of opportunities. Even more importantly, it helps you chart the next steps to live the life you choose, as independently as you choose, no matter your specific circumstances and needs. This book:
- Covers home modifications so that you can stay at home safely for as long as you like
- Lays out the opportunities and costs associated with independent living, assisted living, and other options
- Gives you a range of driving and transportation alternatives
- Helps you navigate the healthcare system, Medicare, and Medicaid
- And much more.