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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.
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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.
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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.
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Zoom For Dummies
by Phil Simon
read by Gary Bennett
Part of the For Dummies series
Stay connected despite the distance
Have you ever wondered why it's so difficult to hold a videoconference or to share your screen with a colleague? We can put a man on the moon, but we can't seem to get videoconferencing right.
At least until now.
More than 300 million people have seen the light in the form of Zoom, the world's hottest communications tool. Zoom For Dummies shows you how to get the most out of Zoom. Discover how to hold group video calls; install time-saving, third-party apps; dramatically improve the way that you communicate and collaborate with your colleagues; enable Zoom roles, IM groups, user groups, and other advanced features; easily move from one communications medium to another; engage your audience with interactive webinars; secure Zoom from prying eyes; and much more.
Additional chapters cover two emerging products: Zoom Phone and Zoom Rooms.
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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
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Security Awareness for Dummies
by Ira Winkler, CISSP
read by Tristan Morris
Part of the For Dummies series
Every organization needs a strong security program. One recent study estimated that a hacker attack occurs somewhere every 37 seconds. Since security programs are only as effective as a team's willingness to follow their rules and protocols, it's increasingly necessary to have not just a widely accessible gold standard of security, but also a practical plan for rolling it out and getting others on board with following it. Security Awareness for Dummies gives you the blueprint for implementing this sort of holistic and hyper-secure program in your organization.
Written by one of the world's most influential security professionals - and an Information Systems Security Association Hall of Famer - this pragmatic and easy-to-follow book provides a framework for creating new and highly effective awareness programs from scratch, as well as steps to take to improve on existing ones. It also covers how to measure and evaluate the success of your program and highlight its value to management.
• Customize and create your own program
• Make employees aware of the importance of security
• Develop metrics for success
• Follow industry-specific sample programs
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Boosting Your Immunity For Dummies
by Wendy Warner
read by Eva Wilhelm
Part of the For Dummies series
Every single day our bodies are under attack from nasty little organisms which range from the pesky to the frighteningly serious. So, what's the best way to fight back? Thankfully nature has provided us with a powerful interior armor-plating-and Boosting Your Immunity For Dummies shows you how to keep that crucial biological gift in tip-top condition.
Boosting Your Immunity For Dummies sets out the sound ways we can supercharge our immune systems to prevent illnesses and diseases such as arthritis, autoimmune conditions, pneumonia, cancer, and the flu. Using a simple program of diet, exercise, stress-reduction, and nutritional supplements, we can keep our internal defenses humming happily along-and get generally healthier in the process.
- The best nutritional strategies to avoid cold and flu
- Forty-plus recipes that show healthy eating can also be delish
- Cutting-edge research on immune-boosting health and diet
- Lists and tips for keeping a low-cost, healthy pantry
Through diet, exercise, stress reduction, nutritional supplements, and the role of water, sunlight, and oxygen, you can harness the power of your immune system and drastically improve your immunity to disease.
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Gamification Marketing For Dummies
by Zarrar Chishti
read by Gary Tiedemann
Part of the For Dummies series
Gamification is the practice of adding elements of gameplay into marketing materials to better engage customers. In Gamification Marketing For Dummies, you'll learn to use this proven strategy to capture the attention of your target markets and boost your results using valuable gamification data.
Games are fun! That's why gamification is so successful-customers will jump at the chance to play and win your custom-developed marketing game. You'll connect with your customers and create lasting memories. Whether or not you are digitally savvy, this book will teach you the basics of gamification, from choosing the right game to capturing the user behavior data that the game generates.
- Use games to increase customer engagement and marketing results
- Learn how to choose or commission the right games for your market
- Plan and execute a successful gamification strategy
- Learn from data generated inside your game for valuable market insights
From simple strategies like customer loyalty programs to complex, branded, social game apps, this book will point in the direction of gamification that works for you.
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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!
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Birds for Dummies
by Gina Spadafori
read by Tanya Eby
Part of the For Dummies series
Your one-stop guide to caring for your avian companion
Pet birds are intelligent, affectionate, and rewarding companions. No matter what bird you choose, you need to set up a happy home for him with the right stuff. You also need to keep your bird healthy by performing routine care and knowing what a healthy bird looks like and how he behaves.
This friendly guide describes the birds that make the best pets, explains how to select the bird that's best for you, offers tips on bonding with your feathered friend, and provides expert advice on feeding and environmental enrichment that will keep these intelligent pets engaged.
- Choose the right bird based on your budget and lifestyle
- Create a bird-friendly environment that minimizes noise and mess
- Bond with your winged pet
If you're ready for your love of birds to take flight, this book has everything you need.
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Starting an E-Bay Business for Dummies
by Marsha Collier
read by Brett Barry
Part of the For Dummies series
From listing to shipping, follow the pros' steps for eBay success! More than a million folks are earning regular income on eBay, and here's the fun and easy way® to join them! The #1 eBay expert shows you how to set up your business, find and manage inventory, use auction management software to your advantage, get freebies on shipping, and run your business like a pro. Discover how to: Attract more bidders to your auctions Set up a professional business Increase bidder confidence with strong listings Handle shipping efficiently
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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.
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Australian History for Dummies
by Alex McDermott
read by Tim Garner
Part of the For Dummies series
Australian History for Dummies is your rough-and-ready tour guide through Australia's whirlwind past. We'll introduce you to the people and events that have shaped this "Land Down Under" (and why it's called that). You'll see how Indigenous Australians lived in Australia for over 65,000 years. You'll be there as British colonists explore Australia's harsh terrain. You'll delve into the recent past, giving you insight into modern-day Australia and what's next.
Australia is a place unlike any other place, and its wild history, with more ups and downs than you'll care to count, makes for a fascinating listen. Bushrangers, the gold rush, the first female prime minister - it's all inside. This new edition fills in the last ten years of history and covers issues faced in the twenty-first century.
• Explore the history of indigenous Australia from the ancient past to the modern day
• Watch Australia put itself on the map - learn about the intrepid explorers and the discovery of gold
• Understand how and why the states were united and meet the major players who made it happen
• Examine the social, economic, and political changes that made Australia what it is today
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Managing Anxiety with Mindfulness For Dummies
by Joelle Jane Marshall
read by Rebecca Mitchell
Part of the For Dummies series
Don't panic!
Managing Anxiety with Mindfulness For Dummies is a practical guide to overcoming your worries and minimizing anxiety using mindfulness techniques. The National Health Service and the National Institute for Care and Excellence recommend mindfulness as a legitimate treatment for anxiety, and it's also been proven to alleviate stress, depression, low self-esteem, and insomnia. This book explains the benefits of mindfulness, and how it can help you face your fears and defeat persistent, irrational worries. Learn how to break the anxiety cycle with an optimistic approach, live in the present moment, and manage your thoughts using the fundamental techniques of mindfulness therapy. This friendly guide will accompany you every step of the way as you understand your anxiety, identify solutions to your problem, maintain your gains, and avoid relapse.
Over three million people in the UK suffer from Generalized Anxiety Disorder, with millions more experiencing phobias, OCD, and panic disorders. Anxiety is potentially debilitating, but many people are daunted by navigating the health system and thus fail to seek treatment. This book provides a way for you to begin managing your symptoms at home, using simple techniques that can help change the way you think, feel, and act.
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Podcasting for Dummies
by Tee Morris
read by Derek Shoales
Part of the For Dummies series
Produce a podcast like the pros
More people than ever are turning to podcasts for on-demand, mobile entertainment and information. Podcasting For Dummies offers a fast and easy way to get the know-how you need to produce and distribute one of your very own. Written by a pair of podcasting pioneers, this book shares insight on the technology behind recording, editing, and sharing podcasts, along with tips and tricks on how to produce a pro-level podcast.
Podcasting has enjoyed a recent boom thanks to a new crop of hit podcasts catching the ears of the public and media along with the continued growth of mobile and streaming devices as a source for entertainment. If you want to jump on the podcasting bandwagon, you've come to the right place! In this fully updated edition, would-be and experienced podcasters alike will get all the tech information, production insight, and promotional tips they need to either get a podcast off the ground or improve on an existing one.
• Get the gear you need
• Find your podcasting voice
• Find and build an audience
New tools have made it easier than ever to create a podcast-and this book shows you how.
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Customer Experience For Dummies
by Roy Barnes
read by Stephen R. Thorne
Part of the For Dummies series
A positive customer experience is absolutely essential to keeping your business relevant. Today's business owners need to know how to connect and engage with their customers through a variety of different channels, including online reviews and word of mouth. Customer Experience For Dummies helps you listen to your customers and offers friendly, practical, and easy-to-implement solutions for incorporating customer engagement into your business plans and keep the crowds singing your praises.
The book will show you simple and attainable ways to increase customer experience and generate sales growth, competitive advantage, and profitability. You'll get the know-how to successfully optimize social media to create more loyal customers, provide feedback that keeps them coming back for more, become a trustworthy and transparent entity that receives positive reviews, and so much more.
• Gives you the tools you need to target customers more precisely
• Helps you implement new social and mobile strategies
• Shows you how to generate and maintain customer loyalty in order to achieve success through multiple channels
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Sleep for Dummies
by Clete A. Kushida, M. D., Ph. D.
read by Mike Lenz
Part of the For Dummies series
In a world constantly on the move, it's not surprising that more and more people aren't sleeping as much as they'd like. Sleep For Dummies helps you understand the foundations of sleep and how it impacts our everyday lives. With easy-to-understand explanations and simple strategies you can start using today, this book will help you get the most out of your sleep hours. Get science-backed advice on how to get the sleep you need and explore how prioritizing your sleep health can supercharge your life, with this fun Dummies guide.
● Learn all about sleep cycles, circadian rhythms, dreams, and the effects of sleep deprivation on your body and brain.
● Get the lowdown on sleep changes across the lifespan, plus sleep disorders like insomnia, sleep apnea, and beyond.
● Find out how smartwatches and other wearable sleep technology can help improve your sleep quantity and quality.
● Wake up each morning feeling refreshed, thanks to tips to optimize your sleep.
Around 62% of adults worldwide feel they don't sleep well. If you're in that group-or trying to avoid getting in-Sleep For Dummies is for you. Look no farther for practical advice to help you get the Zs you need.
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Sales Management For Dummies
by Butch Bellah
read by Chris Sorensen
Part of the For Dummies series
Guide your sales force to its fullest potential.
With a proven sales management and execution process, Sales Management For Dummies aids organizations and individuals in reaching the highest levels of success. Although selling products or services is a central part of any sales job, there's much more to it. With this fun and accessible guide, you'll go beyond the basics of sales to learn how to anticipate clients' needs, develop psychologist-like insight, and so much more.
Because few people go to school to earn degrees in selling, sales talent is developed in the field. Unfortunately, most training efforts fail to reach their objectives, in large part because of the absence of any kind of reinforcement or coaching. This book is your one-stop guide to managing an existing or start-up sales force to succeed in every area of sales-from prospecting to closing.
If you're one of the millions of salespeople or sales managers worldwide looking for a fast, easy, and effective way to get the most out of your sales force, the tried-and-true guidance presented in this book sets you up for success.
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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.
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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
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Digital Etiquette for Dummies
by Eric Butow
read by Kent Klineman
Part of the For Dummies series
Mind your online P's and Q's with this expert digital manners guide.
Conducting yourself online can be challenging. It sometimes seems like the web and social media is tailor-made to cause upset and anger. But, with the right guide, anyone can learn how to be a beacon of civility and politeness online. In Digital Etiquette for Dummies, a team of online communication experts share their combined insights into improving your presence on social media, writing emails that exude positivity and clarity, behaving correctly in virtual meetings, and much more. You'll become a paragon of politeness as you learn to apply the timeless rules of etiquette to the unique environment of the web, social media, email, Zoom, and smartphones.
You'll also:
• Learn near-universal etiquette rules for email, social media, cellphones, and more
• Discover ways to make sure that your polite attitude isn't being lost in the text-only context of a business email
• Avoid common social media pitfalls and digital faux pas that can trip up even the most careful communicators
A great handbook for anyone who uses digital communication in business or in their personal life (so, pretty much everyone).
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Affiliate Marketing For Dummies
by Paul Mladjenovic, CFP
read by Al Kessel
Part of the For Dummies series
Get Your Piece of the Hottest Business Online Today!
Affiliate marketing is your route to earning some serious bucks. Thousands of companies both large and small like Amazon, Sears, Best Buy, Overstock, Lowe's, Priceline, and others have programs so you can profit from the thousands of products they offer.
Affiliate marketing is ideal for bloggers looking to monetize their work. This is a multibillion-dollar market, and there are over 10 million people involved in the biz worldwide. There's always room for more because the opportunity keeps growing as more and more companies offer affiliate programs. Affiliate Marketing For Dummies tells you how to get a slice of the pie!
• Choose the right affiliate product or service for you
• Find the best affiliate programs for you
• Find the best affiliate marketing strategies
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Hedge Funds for Dummies
by Ann C. Logue, MBA
read by Pam Ward
Part of the For Dummies series
Authored by Ann Logue, a financial writer and hedge fund specialist, this handy, friendly guide covers all the bases for investors of all levels. Whether you're just building your first portfolio or you've been investing for years, you'll find everything you need to know inside this book.
If you're investing for the future, you definitely want to minimize your risk and maximize your returns. A balanced portfolio with hedge funds is one of the best ways to achieve that sort of balance. This book walks you step by step through the process of evaluating and choosing funds, incorporating them into your portfolio in the right amounts, and making sure they give you the returns you expect and deserve.
This friendly, to-the-point resource includes information you can't do without, including sample portfolios that show you how to invest wisely. Hedge funds are an important part of every balanced portfolio, and this friendly guide tells how to use them to your best advantage. With important resources, vital information, and commonsense advice, Hedge Funds For Dummies is the perfect resource for every investor interested in hedge funds.
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Exchange-Traded Funds For Dummies
by Russell Wild, MBA
read by Chris Sorensen
Part of the For Dummies series
Want to expand your portfolio beyond stocks and mutual funds? Then take a look at exchange-traded funds (ETFs)! A cross between an index fund and a stock, they're transparent, easy to trade, and tax efficient. They're also enticing because they consist of a bundle of assets, so diversifying your portfolio is easy. You might have even seen them offered in your 401(k) or 529 college plan.
Exchange-Traded Funds for Dummies is your primer on ETFs. It gives you an insider perspective on the investment process, starting with an overview of ETFs and how they differ from stocks and mutual funds. The book also helps you measure risk and add on to your portfolio and offers advice on how to avoid the mistakes even professionals sometimes make. Throughout, you'll also find plenty of tips, tricks, and even sample portfolios to set you up on the right path for investment success.
With Exchange-Traded Funds for Dummies, you will: find out exactly what exchange-traded funds are and why they make good investments, mix and match stock portfolios to diversify yours, go beyond stocks for maximum diversification: bonds, real estate, and commodity ETFs, and maintain your portfolio for future growth. With the tricks of the trade in Exchange-Traded Funds for Dummies, you can easily apply the knowledge you gain to turn good investments into great ones.
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Commercial Real Estate Investing for Dummies
by Peter Conti
read by Danny Hughes
Part of the For Dummies series
Make your money work for you with sound commercial real estate investment strategies
If you're looking for more detailed advice on the commercial real estate market than, "Buy low, sell high," you've come to the right place. Commercial Real Estate Investing For Dummies is where you can find the smart, straightforward, and accurate info you need to get your start―or grow your portfolio―in commercial real estate.
You'll learn foundational strategies, tips, and tricks for investing in all sorts of commercial properties, from apartments to shopping malls. You'll also get rock-solid advice on:
• How to get started in commercial real estate investing, even if you've never tried it before
• How to work with business and investment partners and protect your own interests with contracts
• Financing your investments with a variety of instruments and taking advantage of legal tax opportunities
Growing wealth by investing in real estate is a strategy as old as money itself. Do yourself a favor and get in on the action with this straightforward and up-to-date guide!
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Bitcoin Investing, Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies for Dummies
Learn to Invest in Cryptocurrencies & Bitcoin Mining to Become Financially Free
by Anthony Williams
read by James Michaels
Part of the For Dummies series
Are you interested in learning more about crypto?
Would you like to become an expert in crypto trading? If you said yes, then this audiobook is for you.
Developed with the beginner in mind, this audiobook covers the most crucial aspects in the crypto space for you to excel in your ability to invest. It is structured in such a way that your knowledge will be built gradually, where we begin with explaining terminology and after you understand the different concepts we will proceed and go deeper into each aspect of the crypto world.
If you missed out on the development of the Internet back in the 90's, make sure you don't miss out on the development of crypto and the blockchain technology. It is the currency and data storage technology of the future.
You may be wondering if it's already to late to invest in crypto. Experts in the crypto space anticipate that as the acceptance for crypto grows, so will its price. At the same time, The US Dollar will experience immense inflation which will cause the price of e.g. Bitcoin to continue to surge. Some experts estimate prices above $5 million, whereas more conservative estimates are around $500 000.
Even if these numbers are attractive, you should always make grounded decisions when you invest in financial assets, and this audiobook will allow you to make such decisions.
In this book, you'll discover,
• Why Bitcoin has value
• Why Bitcoin is suitable to have as currency
• Better understanding of Inflation
• What the Blockchain technology is
• Benefits with Crypto & Blockchain
• The cryptocurrencies you should pay attention to
• How to mine Bitcoin
• Ether vs Ethereum
• ICO's and Crypto tokens
• Risks to mitigate while investing
• And much more
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Living Gluten-Free For Dummies
by Danna Korn
read by Marguerite Gavin
Part of the For Dummies series
Practical, delicious ways to manage a gluten-free diet.
If you have a wheat allergy, gluten intolerance, celiac disease, or you just want to enjoy the benefits of a diet free of wheat, barley, and rye, then this guide is for you. Trusted author Danna Korn explains the medical problems associated with gluten and shows you step by step how to make the transition to a gluten-free lifestyle-and love it!
With new and revised content, this easy-to-understand reference includes coverage of the most recent testing methods, an updated section on the link between a gluten-free diet and improving behaviors in the autistic, new information about the genetics of celiac disease, expanded coverage on the gluten-free certification process, increased nutritional information, and updated recipes.
- Sixty-five delicious recipes plus tips on eating out
- Guidance on how to shop and decipher food labels
- Advice on how to raise happy gluten-free kids
Covering the practical, medical, and emotional aspects of the lifestyle, Living Gluten-Free For Dummies, 2nd Edition offers hope and inspiration as you make the switch to a life free of gluten.
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Online Investing For Dummies
by Matt Krantz
read by Christopher Grove
Part of the For Dummies series
Online investing has never been easier-or more potentially confusing. Now that every broker or finance site has its own app, data, or approach, it can be all too easy to be misled and make a bad decision. Online Investing for Dummies helps you reduce risk and separate the gimmicks from the gold, pointing investors of all experience levels to the pro-tips, calculators, databases, useful sites, and peer communities that will lead to success.
Updated to include information on mobile trading and the influence of social media on the markets, the book also covers the basics-showing you how to figure out how much to invest, find data online, and pick an online broker. It then progresses through to more advanced topics, such as calculating returns, selecting mutual funds, buying bonds, options, commodities, and IPOs, taking you and your money wherever you want to go in the global market.
• Set expectations and assess your risk
• Analyze stocks and financial statements
• Assemble the suite of tools to calculate your performance
It's time to get a pro strategy, and Online Investing for Dummies has all the inside information you need to build up that winning portfolio.
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Six Sigma For Dummies
by Bruce Williams
read by Brett Barry
Part of the For Dummies series
The only user-friendly beginner's guide to Six Sigma Six Sigma is the most common-and perhaps least understood-methodology for streamlining processes in manufacturing, service delivery, management, and almost any other business activity. For business leaders seeking increased efficiency and customer service, Six Sigma is the key. Written specifically for Six Sigma beginners-whether they're small business owners who want to implement Six Sigma, or professionals and students who need to get up to speed fast-Six Sigma For Dummies is the most straightforward, non-intimidating guide on the market. Hundreds of thousands of professionals work in Six Sigma companies such as GE, Sony, Toshiba, Microsoft, and Nokia, but have a hard time fully understanding the methodology. This simple, friendly guide makes Six Sigma make sense. Intended to help readers implement Six Sigma in their small and medium-sized businesses to improve quality and reduce costs, this no-nonsense guide explains: What Six Sigma is What Six Sigma's goals and objectives are The benefits of Six Sigma in both large and small businesses How the belt system works The DMAIC approach How to implement Six Sigma How to use Six Sigma tools How Six Sigma's approach aims for zero-defects
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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
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First-Year Teaching for Dummies
by W. Michael Kelley
read by Allyson Johnson
Part of the For Dummies series
Make your first year of teaching one to remember
Becoming a new teacher is one of the most fun, exciting, and challenging experiences you'll encounter in your life. Who wouldn't want a little help getting ready before sitting down behind the teacher's desk for the first time?
That's where First-Year Teaching For Dummies comes in. You'll find easy-to-follow strategies and techniques to help you navigate the politics of education in your community, develop fun and fulfilling relationships with your students, and refine your own instructional style. You'll learn to:
- Survive and thrive in your first two weeks as you hit the ground running and win over your students, coworkers, and administrators
- Avoid or reduce the major stressors that can lead to burnout and other common problems
- Understand and handle twenty-first-century issues with skill and sensitivity
It's almost time for you to take charge of your first classroom and you're raring to go. So, grab a copy of First-Year Teaching For Dummies to find the last-minute tips and common-sense guidance you need to help make your first school year a rewarding one!
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Electronic Health Records for Dummies
by Trenor Williams, MD
read by Steven Jay Cohen
Part of the For Dummies series
The straight scoop on choosing and implementing an electronic health records (EHR) system
Doctors, nurses, and hospital and clinic administrators are interested in learning the best ways to implement and use an electronic health records system so that they can be shared across different health care settings via a network-connected information system. This helpful, plain-English guide provides need-to-know information on how to choose the right system, assure patients of the security of their records, and implement an EHR in such a way that it causes minimal disruption to the daily demands of a hospital or clinic.
Offers a plain-English guide to the many electronic health records (EHR) systems from which to choose
Authors are a duo of EHR experts who provide clear, easy-to-understand information on how to choose the right EHR system an implement it effectively.
Addresses the benefits of implementing an EHR system so that critical information (such as medication, allergies, medical history, lab results, radiology images, etc.) can be shared across different health care settings
Discusses ways to talk to patients about the security of their electronic health records
Electronic Health Records For Dummies walks you through all the necessary steps to successfully choose the right EHR system, keep it current, and use it effectively.
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Overcoming Anxiety For Dummies
by Charles H. Elliot, PhD
read by Daniel Henning
Part of the For Dummies series
Practical, proven ways to get fear, worry, and panic under control.
Think you worry too much? You're not alone over 40 million Americans suffer from some form of anxiety. Help is here in this friendly guide, which offers sound advice on identifying anxiety triggers through taking self-tests, improving your eating habits, relaxing, and finding support for you and your loved ones.
Now with 25% new and revised content, Overcoming Anxiety For Dummies, 2nd Edition explores all of the most common triggers for anxiety, recent developments in medications, newly emerging biologically oriented approaches for treating anxiety, and the most up-to-date advancements in psychotherapies.
- Understand why you're anxious and pinpoint your triggers.
- Get trusted advice on whether you can overcome anxiety on your own or seek professional help.
- Covers anxiety in teens, young adults, and veterans.
The practical information in Overcoming Anxiety For Dummies, 2nd Edition is your first step toward getting your life back and winning the war against your worries!
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Cricket for Dummies
by Julian Knight
read by Lee Beddow
Part of the For Dummies series
Curious about the game of cricket? Start here!
Cricket For Dummies, Third Edition will help you understand the basics of cricket, the internationally popular sport that has leagues around the globe. With this guide, you can enjoy watching matches, and even set up a casual game with friends. The book includes clear explanations of the rules, step-by-step guides to strategy and tactics, and info on all the most popular tournaments around the globe. Learn about the cricket greats of today and yesterday, plus get updates on the latest developments, including Major League Cricket and the Cricket World Cup. This new edition of Cricket For Dummies is a fascinating and thorough introduction to the sport, in the classic, easy-to-understand Dummies style.
- Learn the laws of cricket so you can watch games and follow league play
- Set up a game of cricket and play with your friends
- Get the latest updates in the cricket world, including upcoming must-watch tournaments
- Figure out the strategies and techniques that make cricket so interesting
Cricket For Dummies, Third Edition is a valuable resource for new fans who want to understand the game of cricket.
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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!
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Honey For Dummies
by Howland Blackiston
read by Michael Lenz
Part of the For Dummies series
Get in on the ground level of the next artisan food obsession-honey!
Just like wine, cheese, beer, or coffee, honey is an artisan food with much to be discovered. Whether you're interested in tasting the various varietals, using it as a cure, or harvesting your own, Honey For Dummies is the guide for you. This book reveals the deep and complex world of honey, its diverse floral sources, and its surprising range of colors, smells, and flavors. You will learn about over fifty single-origin honeys, their sensory characteristics, where they are produced, and where to buy them. Discover how to taste and evaluate honey using the same methods as professional honey sensory expert. Understand how honey is produced by honeybees, and how beekeepers harvest, and bottle this liquid gold. You'll also discover the historical role honey has played around the world in folklore, religions, and economies. From its health benefits, to recipes, to food pairings, this complete guide covers all things honey!
Honey is the latest food trend that can be found at farmers' markets, specialty food shops, and on the menu of restaurants. It is produced from bees in every state and just about every country on the planet. Let Honey For Dummies accompany you on your sweet adventure!
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Happiness for Dummies
by W. Doyle Gentry
read by Brett Barry
Part of the For Dummies series
Now, you can find the happiness you want and live "the good life" you deserve by applying the helpful information in Happiness For Dummies, the ultimate guide to achieving bliss! You'll discover proven techniques for living a meaningful, healthy, and productive life no matter what your life circumstances happen to be. Positive concepts and techniques will help you change key behaviors, foster good habits, and be in sync with your surroundings. This helpful guide will give you the chance to assess your happiness and understand what it means to be happy at each stage of self-actualization. You'll learn why having positive emotions can improve your health and well-being. And, you will find out what happiness isn't and how to avoid confusing happiness with culturally valued outcomes like wealth, power, and success. Pursue what you want, seize the day, find benefits in life's challenges, and live a coherent lifestyle. Find out how to: Assess your current capacity for happiness Live the life that you want Overcome common obstacles to happiness Identify your strengths and virtues Improve your emotional and spiritual life Create meaningful social ties and learn to be alone Find the silver lining Complete with lists of ten ways to raise a happy child, ten common roadblocks to happiness, and ten personal habits to foster happiness, Happiness For Dummies is your one-stop, easy-to-follow guide to being happy and living your best life.
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Wicca and Witchcraft For Dummies
by Diane Smith
read by Rebecca Mitchell
Part of the For Dummies series
Examines Wiccan magic, rituals, traditions, and code of conduct.
Wondering what it takes to be a Wiccan? This plain-English guide introduces you to the vibrant world of Wicca and the practices of Witchcraft, describing its ancient origins, dispelling stereotypes, and explaining Wiccan beliefs, ethics, rituals, and holidays. You'll see what it means to live as a contemporary Wiccan-and how to worship alone or with a group. Discover how to:
- Worship alone or join a coven.
- Perform charms, blessings, and spells.
- Obtain necessary tools and supplies.
- Spot spiritual scams and inappropriate behavior.
- Explore a spiritual path guided by nature.
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Direct Selling For Dummies
by Belinda Ellsworth
read by Tiffany Morgan
Part of the For Dummies series
Direct Selling For Dummies is the perfect resource for anyone involved or interested in direct sales. Written by a thirty-five-year veteran of this booming industry, this useful guide teaches you everything you need to know to achieve and maintain lasting success. You'll learn the insider tips that only the pros know, and how to structure your business, your time, and your customer relationships to optimize sales and achieve your goals. Compare party plans, multi-level marketing, and hybrid models to see where your talents fit best, and discover the most effective ways to promote your products and get people interested. You'll leverage social media as one of the most powerful tools in modern sales, and gain new ideas for recruiting, booking, and time management. With clear guidance and a fun, friendly style, this book gives you the strategies you need to be a direct sales success.
The direct sales industry is going strong, with more participants now than any time in the past, yet with less face-to-face engagement. Businesses are operating online, people are shopping online, and more people are recruiting through platforms like social media. If you hope to be a direct sales success, now is the time to get up to speed on what that means today. This book shows you everything you need to know, and gives you the tools you need to put your ideas into action.
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Cryptocurrency Investing For Dummies
by Kiana Danial
read by Wendy Tremont King
Part of the For Dummies series
While the cryptocurrency market is known for its volatility-and this volatility is often linked to the ever-changing regulatory environment of the industry-the entire cryptocurrency market is expected to reach a total value of $1 trillion this year. If you want to get in on the action, this book shows you how.
Cryptocurrency Investing For Dummies offers trusted guidance on how to make money trading and investing in the top 200 digital currencies, no matter what the market sentiment. You'll find out how to navigate the new digital finance landscape and choose the right cryptocurrency for different situations with the help of real-world examples that show you how to maximize your cryptocurrency wallet.
• Understand how the cryptocurrency market works
• Find best practices for choosing the right cryptocurrency
• Explore new financial opportunities
• Choose the right platforms to make the best investments
This book explores the hot topics and market moving events affecting cryptocurrency prices and shows you how to develop the smartest investment strategies based on your unique risk tolerance.
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Entrepreneurship for Dummies
by Kathleen Allen, Ph. D.
read by Emily Sutton-Smith
Part of the For Dummies series
The perfect resource for your journey to start a business.
Entrepreneurship For Dummies is the essential guide to becoming your own boss and a successful entrepreneur. We make it simple to learn every step of the process. Identify an opportunity, learn your customers' needs, test your product, protect your intellectual property, secure funding, and get ready for that all-important launch. In classic Dummies style, this book is packed with practical information and useful advice, all in a fun and easy-to-follow format. Take fear out of the entrepreneurship equation and build the confidence you need to make your fantastic business idea take flight. Get up to date on the latest lingo, new ideas for raising money, and the latest ways to do business in the digital age.
• Understand the process of starting a business, from beginning to end
• Complete the necessary planning and meet legal requirements, without the headache
• Get expert tips and tricks on funding your idea and bringing your product or service to market
• Build the foundation you need to keep your business thriving and growing
Entrepreneurship For Dummies supports you as you travel along the road to success.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Patient Advocacy for Dummies
by Nicole Davis, DHA, MPH, BCPA
read by Machelle Williams
Part of the For Dummies series
Managing your own health care-or a loved one's-can be daunting, especially if you are diagnosed with a serious illness. This book helps you weigh all the treatments, make decisions, and speak up for yourself when you need to. You'll get advice on asking challenging questions in a way that will get the information you need from medics, nurses, doctors, and other health care professionals. You deserve to understand your options and choose the path that's right for you. Take charge of your health care and feel empowered to partner with health care providers to achieve the best possible results.
● Prepare yourself to make the most out of consultations with health care providers
● Take responsibility for your care or the care of a loved one by partnering with medical professionals
● Learn how to talk to doctors and ask questions to get the answers that you are looking for
● Understand your treatment options and stand up for yourself if something doesn't seem right
This book is a valuable tool for anyone who uses the healthcare system, especially those who need a high level of care from multiple providers and specialists.
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Factor Investing For Dummies
by BFA, James Maendel
read by Steve Menasche
Part of the For Dummies series
Factor Investing For Dummies helps you go beyond the investment basics, with proven techniques for making informed and sophisticated investment decisions. Momentum, value, interest rates, economic growth, credit risk, liquidity-all these things can help you identify killer stocks and improve your returns. This book explains it all, and helps you implement a strategic factor investing plan, so you can boost your portfolio's performance, reduce volatility, and enhance diversification. We explore factor-based ETFS and loads of other ideas for injecting some factors into your investment game.
- Learn what factor investing is and how you can use it to level up your portfolio
- Understand the various types of factors and how to use them to select winning stocks
- Choose from a bunch of factor investing strategies, or build one of your own
This is the perfect Dummies guide for beginner to seasoned investors who want to explore more consistent outperformance potential. Factor Investing For Dummies can also help portfolio managers, consultants, academics, and students who want to understand more about the science of factor investing.
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Upcycling Furniture & Home Decor for Dummies
by Judy Rom
read by Callie Beaulieu
Part of the For Dummies series
Breathe new life into old furniture and thrift store finds
Upcycling Furniture For Dummies shows you how to revitalize old furniture, with just a little effort and imagination, and maybe a few coats of fresh paint. Upcycling furniture is affordable, good for the environment, and a whole lot of fun! This easy, step-by-step guide shows you how to get creative and put your own unique flair on your designs. You'll gain the knowledge and confidence you need to select items that are worth transforming or restoring and learn specific techniques to give old pieces a new lease on life.
- Learn the process of upcycling dressers, tables, chairs, and other furniture
- Enjoy the fun of sourcing items and increasing their value with your creativity!
- Update your decor with gorgeous, upcycled furniture
- Express yourself and find out how to flip your creations for a profit!
This Dummies reference is great for anyone with an interest in turning trash into treasure.
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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.