Peter Economy Bücher

Everything aspiring authors need to write, publish, and sell a children's book Everyone loves a children's book—and many dream about writing one. But is it actually possible for an unpublished writer—armed with a good story idea and a love of kids—to write, sell, publish, and promote a book? Yes, it is! Clearly and concisely written with straightforward advice and a plethora of specific up-to-date recommendations, Writing Children's Books For Dummies provides step-by-step information on everything aspiring children's book authors need to know—from researching the current marketplace to developing story ideas, strengthening writing skills, dealing with editors, and submitting proposals and manuscripts to agents and publishers. Updated and improved writing exercises All new content on social media and establishing an online presence as an author Fresh, updated content on publishing via hard copy and all the e- platforms From setting down that first word on paper to doing a successful publicity tour, Writing Children's Books For Dummies gives you the confidence and the insiders' know-how to write and sell the story you've always wanted to write.

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.

„User Story Mapping“ ist in den USA längst ein Bestseller. Die von Jeff Patton entwickelte Methode knüpft an bewährte Ansätze aus der Agilen Entwicklung an und erweitert sie. Die Idee: Die Produktentwicklung wird detailliert am Arbeitsfluss der Nutzer ausgerichtet und in Story Maps kontinuierlich dokumentiert und illustriert. Dadurch entsteht im gesamten Team - bei Entwicklern, Designern und beim Auftraggeber - ein deutlich verbessertes gemeinsames Verständnis vom Gesamtprozess und vom zu entwickelnden Produkt. Gleichzeitig wird die Gefahr reduziert, sich in unwichtigen Details zu verzetteln oder gar ein Gesamtprodukt zu entwickeln, das dem Nutzer nicht hilft.

A complete guide to writing and selling your novel So you want to write a novel? Great! That's a worthy goal, no matter what your reason. But don't settle for just writing a novel. Aim high. Write a novel that you intend to sell to a publisher.

A practical, easy-to-understand guide to Balanced Scorecard for busy business leaders The Balanced Scorecard method is an analysis technique designed to translate an organization's mission and vision statement and overall business strategies into specific, quantifiable goals, and to monitor the organization's performance in achieving these goals. Much less technology driven then other analysis approaches, it analyzes an organization's overall performance in four regards: financial analysis, customer service, productivity and internal analysis, and employee growth and satisfaction. Balanced Scorecard Strategy For Dummies breaks down the basics of Balanced Scorecard in simple language with practical, Dummies-style guidance on getting it done. This book covers all the basics of Balanced Scorecard for busy executives and managers-and does it without the high price tag of most professional level Balanced Scorecard guides.

An exciting new model for streamlining organizational management and structure, from an organization known around the world for its innovative structure. For nearly three decades the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra has earned rave reviews as one of the premier touring musical ensembles in the world. Recently, it has also attracted the attention and admiration of the business world. As the only major orchestra without a conductor, Orpheus is a shining example of a new management style based on collaborative leadership. Leadership Ensemble is designed to show business leaders in any industry how to re-create the successful "Orpheus Process" in their own companies by dismantling top-heavy hierarchies; developing flexible, responsive strategies and decision-making procedures; and unleashing employee creativity, responsibility, and productivity. The authors delineate the ten core principles of collaborative management, including shared and rotated leadership, passionate dedication to mission, clarity of roles within an organization, and learning to listen. Spiced with anecdotes and lessons from the life of Orpheus and case studies from the world of business, Leadership Ensemble is an entertaining, eminently practical guide to implementing changes essential to survival in today's speed-of-light business environment.

Want to get an MBA? The Complete MBA For Dummies, 2nd Edition, is the practical, plain-English guide that covers all the basics of a top-notch MBA program, helping you to navigate today s most innovative business strategies.

Sie mochten Consultant werden oder sind es sogar schon und wollen einfach einmal schauen, ob und wie Sie Ihre Arbeit hier und da noch etwas verbessern konnen? Dann gucken Sie einfach den beiden Profis Bob Nelson und Peter Economy uber die Schulter. Sie zeigen Ihnen, worauf Sie als Consultant achten sollten und wie Sie sich bei Ihren Kunden unentbehrlich machen! Sie erfahren: * Was ein Consultant eigentlich alles macht * Welches die Schlusselqualifikationen eines Consultant sind * Wie Sie erste Kundenkontakte knupfen * Wie Sie die Probleme Ihrer Kunden gezielt angehen: Informationsbeschaffung, Informationsauswertung und Losungsstrategien * Wie Sie Ihre Vorschlage, Berichte und Empfehlungen professionell verfassen und prasentieren * Was Sie bei der Grundung einer eigenen Consulting-Firma beachten sollten: Honorare, Vertrage, Budgets und Ihre Buro-Ausstattung

Die Welt des Management ist eine große Herausforderung, die man mit Interesse und Motivation meistern kann. Bob Nelson verrät Tipps und Tricks, die man als Manager kennen sollte, um sich und seinen Mitarbeitern das Leben leichter zu machen. Wichtige Themen wie Kommunikation, Mitarbeitermotivation, Teamarbeit und natürlich die Finanzen werden angesprochen und mit Anekdoten gewürzt. Wer dieses Buch gelesen hat, dessen Managerkarriere wird nichts mehr im Wege stehen!