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DIIS Theory and Methodology in Think Tanks
by Jiaofeng PanThis book provides the readers with the overall latest research on think tanks, summarizing the characteristics of think tanks, revealing the general laws and internal logic of think tank research, applying systems, dialectical views and operations research, system theory, and cybernetics to the problems existing in the research work of think tanks at home and abroad. Based on problem-oriented, evidence-oriented and scientific orientation, this book systematically considers the methodology of think tank research, proposes the DIIS theoretical method system of think tank research, defines the standardization process of think tank research and the quality standard of think tank DIIS, and gives corresponding DIIS to the actual think tank research problem. The method aims to improve the scientificity, effectiveness, and reliability of the research results of think tanks, provide systematic theoretical analysis for think tank research, promote the professional development of think tanks, and better serve the modernization of national governance systems and governance capabilities. This book presents new theoretical and research method support and reference that contribute to macro decision-making departments, management departments, scientific research institutes, universities, and enterprises think tank research related departments, strategic decision makers, think tank managers, think tank researchers, and readers interested in think tanks reading and using. Finally yet importantly, this book embodies the research of think tank as the object of investigation, jumping out of specific social conditions, using systemic thoughts, thinking about the more general role and characteristics of think tanks from the theoretical level, important theoretical issues such as principles and logic systems that think tank research should follow.
DIY Financial Advisor: A Simple Solution to Build and Protect Your Wealth (Wiley Finance)
by Wesley R. Gray Jack R. Vogel David P. FoulkeDIY Financial Advisor: A Simple Solution to Build and Protect Your WealthDIY Financial Advisor is a synopsis of our research findings developed while serving as a consultant and asset manager for family offices. By way of background, a family office is a company, or group of people, who manage the wealth a family has gained over generations. The term 'family office' has an element of cachet, and even mystique, because it is usually associated with the mega-wealthy. However, practically speaking, virtually any family that manages its investments—independent of the size of the investment pool—could be considered a family office. The difference is mainly semantic. DIY Financial Advisor outlines a step-by-step process through which investors can take control of their hard-earned wealth and manage their own family office. Our research indicates that what matters in investing are minimizing psychology traps and managing fees and taxes. These simple concepts apply to all families, not just the ultra-wealthy. But can—or should—we be managing our own wealth? Our natural inclination is to succumb to the challenge of portfolio management and let an 'expert' deal with the problem. For a variety of reasons we discuss in this book, we should resist the gut reaction to hire experts. We suggest that investors maintain direct control, or at least a thorough understanding, of how their hard-earned wealth is managed. Our book is meant to be an educational journey that slowly builds confidence in one's own ability to manage a portfolio. We end our book with a potential solution that could be applicable to a wide-variety of investors, from the ultra-high net worth to middle class individuals, all of whom are focused on similar goals of preserving and growing their capital over time. DIY Financial Advisor is a unique resource. This book is the only comprehensive guide to implementing simple quantitative models that can beat the experts. And it comes at the perfect time, as the investment industry is undergoing a significant shift due in part to the use of automated investment strategies that do not require a financial advisor's involvement. DIY Financial Advisor is an essential text that guides you in making your money work for you—not for someone else!
DIY Guide to Forming your Own LLC: A Detail Step By Step Guide to Starting & Filing a Limited Liability Company For All 50 States & DC
by Aaron Sanders<p>This step by step guide is intended for people who are about to start a business and want to incorporate their venture for various protections and benefits that an LLC can offer. Incorporating your business not only gives you peace of mind but it offers a few very key benefits to your new business. Best of all, it is very simple to incorporate a business in the U.S and cost is very nominal too. <p>In this guide, I outlined every step you need to take to get started with incorporating your business. Since some of the requirements do vary widely from state to state, I included a step by step process which is easy to follow for all 50 states and District of Columbia including the most up to date filing costs for each state. <p>This book is divided into two parts. In the first part, I discuss how you can get started with filing your own LLC, what the requirements are, what documents you need to gather, how you can create your own articles of incorporation, how you can apply and obtain an EIN and open your first commercial bank account. Next, I discuss how to keep your LLC in compliance, how to keep records, how to hold annual meetings and many other relevant information. <p>The second part of the book is where I show a step by step filing process for each of the 50 states in the U.S. including the District of Columbia.</p>
DIY Rules for a WTF World: How to Speak Up, Get Creative, and Change the World
by Krista SuhFrom the creator of the Pussyhat Project comes a manifesto for every woman to create her own distinct and original path to joy, success, and impact.On January 21, 2017, millions of protestors took part in the Women's March, and many of them created a "sea of pink" when they wore knitted pink "pussyhats" in record numbers. The pussyhat swiftly found its place on the cover of TIME and the New Yorker, and it ultimately came to symbolize resistance culture. Creator of the Pussyhat Project, Krista Suh, took an idea and built a worldwide movement and symbol in just two months. But like so many women, Krista spent years letting her fears stop her from learning to live by her own rules. Now in DIY RULES FOR A WTF WORLD, Krista Suh shares the tools, tips, experiences, "rules," and knitting patterns she uses to get creative, get bold, and change the world. From learning how to use your own intuition to decide which rules are right for you to finding your inner-courage to speak up fearlessly; from finding what your passions are (this might surprise you!) to dealing with the squelchers out there, DIY RULES FOR THE WTF WORLD not only inspires you to demolish the patriarchy, but also enables you to create your own rules for living, and even a movement of your own, all with gusto, purpose, and joy.
DIY Super For Dummies
by Trish PowerTaking control of your super is easier than you think Now in its third edition, DIY Super For Dummies contains all the expert information and advice you need to confidently set up and manage your fund, navigate the ever-changing super rules, and invest your fund wisely. Written in the straightforward but fun language that has defined the For Dummies brand for more than twenty years, this friendly and easy-to-follow guide helps you figure out if DIY super is the right way to go for your unique circumstances, shows you how to establish a self-managed super fund, highlights the many ways to contribute to your fund, considers how to make the most of the super tax incentives, and so much more. With comprehensive new content explaining recent super changes announced by the government, and guidance on SMSF changes that have occurred since publication of the previous edition, DIY Super For Dummies gives you unprecedented and independent information to help you make informed decisions about your DIY super fund, empowering you to develop a successful long-term plan for retirement. Explores how much super is enough for a comfortable retirement Explains the super rules and opportunities in plain English, and outlines how to create a SMSF in ten steps Delves into the costs of running a SMSF, and steers you through your fund's super CART (Compliance, Administration, Reporting and Tax obligations) Explains how to pay a tax-free pension from your DIY super fund Offers sensitive and authoritative information on how to take care of your family after you're gone Take control of your retirement plans! —let DIY Super For Dummies arm you with the tools you need to set up and run a SMSF, and help you create a comfortable retirement.
DK EssMgs: Culture, Travel, Negotiating, Etiquette, Relationships (DK Essential Managers)
by Jihong SandersonThis commonsense guide will tell you everything you need to know about brokering deals in the world&’s largest emerging economy. The author is the Executive Director at the CRC (Center for Research on Chinese & American Strategic Cooperation) at University of California, Berkeley Haas School of Business, and has executive and consulting experience in both China and the United States.Understand the business culture, establish effective relationships, and achieve business success in this important international economy. Step-by-step instructions, tips, checklists and "Ask Yourself" features show how to follow etiquette, manage "face," and utilize your contacts. Tables, illustrations, "In Focus" panels, and real-life case studies enable you to understand China's consumers and its rapidly evolving markets.No matter what your business or your role, knowing how to communicating across cultures will prove invaluable for your endeavors.The DK Essential Managers series covers a range of business and management topics and has sold more than two million copies worldwide. Each guide is clearly presented for ease of reference, with visual pointers, tips, and graphics.
DK Essential Managers: Analyzing, Planning, Focus, Prioritizing, Monitoring (DK Essential Managers)
by DKA practical guide to improving your strategic management skills which will give you the information and skills to succeed. Find out how to improve make your management style work to your long-term benefit by learning to set boundaries and to test and communicate your strategy. You will learn to analyze your position, understand your skills and define your strategy. Learn key skills such as how to plan for change, assess the risks, and monitor performance with tips, dos and don'ts, "In Focus" features on what to do in a particular situation, and real-life case studies. Read it cover-to-cover, or dip in and out of topics for quick reference. The Essential Manager guides have sold more than 2 million copies worldwide! Experienced and novice managers alike can benefit from these compact guides. The topics are relevant to every work environment, from large corporations to small businesses. Concise treatments of dozens of business techniques, skills, methods, and problems are presented with hundreds of photos, charts, and diagrams. It is the most exciting and accessible approach to business and self-improvement available.
DK Essential Managers: Balancing Work and Life (DK Essential Managers)
by Robert Holden Ben RenshawThis practical guide will help you manage your career and your personal life to achieve both success and happiness. It balances detail and accessibility to make for a read that is concise as well as comprehensive.Written by Robert Holden, a psychologist and stress expert, and Ben Renshaw, a leadership coach and therapist. They are co-directors of The Happiness Project, and each have authored several books, including Holden's Be Happy and Crenshaw's Lead. Part of the DK Essential Managers series. Packed with essential tips for today's competitive business world, these efficient guidebooks are ideal for anyone interested in improving their business skills. Concise treatment of dozens of techniques, skills, and methods make Essential Managers the most accessible guide to business available.
DK Essential Managers: Coaching Successfully (DK Essential Managers)
by Robert Heller Roy Johnson John EatonLearn all you need to know about helping others to achieve their full potential. From defining performance targets to supporting staff as they progress, Coaching Successfully shows you how to motivate others to develop themselves, promoting initiative and self-responsibility. Find out how to adapt your coaching style to suit both teams and individuals, how to use delegation as a coaching tool, and how to overcome negative attitudes. Power tips help you to handle real-life situations and increase your effectiveness as a role model and confidant. The Essential Managers have sold more than 2 million copies worldwide! Experienced and novice managers alike can benefit from these compact guides. The topics are relevant to every work environment, from large corporations to small businesses. Concise treatments of dozens of business techniques, skills, methods, and problems are presented with hundreds of photos, charts, and diagrams. It is the most exciting and accessible approach to business and self-improvement available.
DK Essential Managers: Creativity, Culture, Concepts, Process, Implementation (DK Essential Managers)
by DKThink outside the box and get results with this practical guide. Written by a professor of innovation and entrepreneurship at the University of Exter Business School, it explains how you can use blue-sky thinking to promote creativity, enhance your business performance, and get ahead of the competition. Step-by-step instructions, tips, checklists, and "Ask Yourself" features show you how to conceive new ideas, develop new products, and implement new practices. Tables, illustrations, "In Focus" panels, and real-life case studies help you to maximize the benefits of creative management for yourself, your staff, and your clients.The Essential Manager books have sold more than two million copies worldwide! Experienced and novice managers alike can benefit from these compact guides. The topics are relevant to every work environment, from large corporations to small businesses. Concise treatments of dozens of business techniques, skills, methods, and problems are presented with hundreds of photos, charts, and diagrams. It is the most exciting and accessible approach to business and self-improvement available. Learn to analyze and implement important business decisions like a pro with this trusted guide.
DK Essential Managers: Culture, Travel, Negotiating, Etiquette, Relationships (DK Essential Managers)
by Dean NelsonA commonsense guide to getting the best out of your dealings in one of the world's biggest emerging economies. Written by the former South Asia editor of the Daily Telegraph and the Sunday Times, the comprehensive yet concise text covers Indian business culture, government infrastructure, history, and politics, as well as everyday dos, don'ts, and taboos. Step-by-step instructions, tips, checklists, and "Ask yourself" features show you how to establish a presence and build lasting business relationships. Tables, illustrations, "In focus" panels, and real-life case studies suggest ways to seal joint ventures and navigate the challenges of Indian bureaucracy.Doing Business in India helps you conquer the complexities of overseas commerce and get the most out of your opportunities abroad.The DK Essential Managers series covers a range of business and management topics and has sold more than two million copies worldwide. Each guide is clearly presented for ease of reference, with visual pointers, tips, and graphics.
DK Essential Managers: Dealing With E-mail (DK Essential Managers)
by David BrakeThe way you manage your e-mail affects your efficiency at work. Learn to make optimum use of your e-mail software so that it helps you to function in an organized manner. The DK Essential Managers series covers a range of business and management topics and has sold more than two million copies worldwide. Each guide is clearly presented for ease of reference, with visual pointers, tips, and graphics.
DK Essential Managers: Doing Business In South America (DK Essential Managers)
by DKSouth America is an emerging market, and this book tells you all you need to know for business success in this part of the world, from etiquette to trends. Written by a business and international relations professor, this practical guide helps you understand the business culture, establish productive relationships, and achieve success in one of the world's most exciting business environments. Step-by-step instructions, tips, checklists, and "Ask yourself" features show you how to manage negotiations, follow etiquette, and overcome cultural boundaries. Tables, illustrations, "In focus" panels and real-life case studies help you to import and export goods, navigate regulations, and deal with infrastructure. Keep a step ahead of the curve with Essential Managers: Doing Business in South America. The DK Essential Managers series covers a range of business and management topics and has sold more than two million copies worldwide. Each guide is clearly presented for ease of reference, with visual pointers, tips, and graphics.
DK Essential Managers: Effective Public Relations (DK Essential Managers)
by DKLearn all you need to know about how to generate and manage publicity — from recognizing public relations opportunities to creating and sustaining media coverage. Effective PR shows you not only how to identify and target your audience, but also provides practical techniques for presenting information, whether writing news releases or organizing press conferences and product launches. Power tips help you to deal with real-life situations and handle all types of media with confidence. The Essential Managers have sold more than 2 million copies worldwide! Experienced and novice managers alike can benefit from these compact guides. The topics are relevant to every work environment, from large corporations to small businesses. Concise treatments of dozens of business techniques, skills, methods, and problems are presented with hundreds of photos, charts, and diagrams. It is the most exciting and accessible approach to business and self-improvement available.
DK Essential Managers: Global Management (DK Essential Managers)
by Terence BrakeOrganizations from every part of the world are reaching out beyond their domestic markets to become international players. Not only is this very demanding on the businesses themselves, but it also creates a challenge for individual managers who must cope with working across geographic and cultural borders. Managing Globally teaches you how to succeed in this new world. It provides clear systems and approaches to help you manage global networks and teams, and it examines the skills needed for dealing with different cultures. Practical advice, including 101 concise tips, helps you to achieve the best results for you and your team. Finally, a self-assessment exercise enables you to evaluate your global management skills. The Essential Manager guides have sold more than 2 million copies worldwide! Experienced and novice managers alike can benefit from these compact guides. The topics are relevant to every work environment, from large corporations to small businesses. Concise treatments of dozens of business techniques, skills, methods, and problems are presented with hundreds of photos, charts, and diagrams. It is the most exciting and accessible approach to business and self-improvement available.
DK Essential Managers: Green Business (DK Essential Managers)
by Bibi van der ZeeThis concise yet comprehensive ebook gives clear guidance on how to do business ethically and sustainably, while still turning a tidy profit. It teaches the practical skills needed to do good and do well at the same time, and explains the business argument for adopting environmentally sustainable and socially responsible principles. With step-by-step instructions, tips, checklists, and &“Ask yourself&” features, the guidebook breaks down the often-intimidating process of changing your business culture and establishing long-term environmental business goals. By the end, you&’ll not only have clear picture of why a business could benefit from going green, but simple, effective guidelines for getting it done on all levels. You&’ll also be able to effectively communicate your knowledge to staff and customers, with the help of tables, illustrations, &“in focus&” panels, and real-life case studies. The text is written by Bibi Van Der Zee, environment correspondent for the Guardian and author of The Protestor&’s Handbook.DK's bestselling Essential Managers books are ideal for managers at every level. These concise references demonstrate the techniques and skills that are useful in any work environment, making them the most accessible single-subject business guides on the market.
DK Essential Managers: Improving Your Memory (DK Essential Managers)
by David ThomasLearn how to train your memory, enhance your mental abilities, and keep your mind agile and alert. This book&’s expert tips, clear text, and informative illustrations will show you how to improve your concentration, organize your thoughts, and retain and recall information quickly and accurately to make your memory work for you both in personal and professional situations.The Essential Manager guides have sold more than two million copies worldwide! Experienced and novice managers alike can benefit from these compact guides. The topics are relevant to every work environment, from large corporations to small businesses. Concise treatments of dozens of business techniques, skills, methods, and problems are presented with hundreds of photos, charts, and diagrams. It is the most exciting and accessible approach to business and self-improvement available.
DK Essential Managers: Influencing People (DK Essential Managers)
by Roy Johnson John EatonThe ability to form mutually respectful relationships with others and to succeed in getting your ideas heard is a vital element of being a good manager. Having influence enables you to gain support and commitment for your proposals, and therefore increase your potential for success. Influencing People will help you build your communication skills, improve your ability to engage the interest and cooperation of others, and develop an authoritative and reliable reputation. Practical advice, including 101 concise tips, shows you how to develop influential attitudes and becomes someone to whom colleagues will look for advice and leadership. Finally, a self-assessment test at the end of the content enables you to evaluate your skills as an influencer. DK's bestselling Essential Managers books are ideal for managers at every level. These concise references demonstrate the techniques and skills that are useful in any work environment, making this series the most accessible single-subject business guides on the market.
DK Essential Managers: Inspiring, Empowering, Team Building, Goal Setting, Rewarding (DK Essential Managers)
by Pippa Bourne Michael BourneMaximize your impact in the workplace with this clear and concise guidebook. It will show you how to get the best out of your staff by increasing morale, and getting them to work smarter, not harder. No matter how good your staff, you will not have an effective team without proper motivation. Written by Michael and Pippa Bourne, co-founders of an international management firm with decades of combined business and writing experience, the book walks you through all the essential principles and challenges of motivating people in four efficient chapters. From building a motivating environment and tracking performance to motivating yourself and getting through challenges, you'll be ready for any challenge. DK's bestselling Essential Managers books are ideal for managers at every level. These concise references demonstrate the techniques and skills that are useful in any work environment, making this series the most accessible single-subject business guides on the market.
DK Essential Managers: Interviewing Skills (DK Essential Managers)
by Tim HindleLearn all you need to know about interviewing for recruitment, from preparing suitable questions and structuring an interview, to analyzing information and reaching a decision. Interviewing Skills shows how to choose a new person to fill a post or interview colleagues for a promotion, and it also provides practical techniques to use when interviewing. Power tips help you handle real-life situations and develop first-class interviewing skills that will dramatically improve results. Interviewing Skills is part of the bestselling DK Essential Managers series. Packed with essential tips for today's competitive business world, these efficient guidebooks are ideal for anyone interested in improving their business skills. Concise treatment of dozens of techniques, skills, and methods make Essential Managers the most accessible guide to business available. This volume is perfect for any manager seeking to hire new talent, including tips on setting criteria, screening candidates, and conducting interviews.
DK Essential Managers: Making Decisions (DK Essential Managers)
by Robert HellerLearn all you need to know about making effective decisions, from defining objectives to developing fail-safe strategies. This practical guide shows you how to reassess your own decision-making skills and oversee the resolutions made by others, plus it provides practical techniques for you to try when making decisions. Power tips help you handle real-life situations and develop the first-class decision-making skills that are the key to a productive and informed workplace. The Essential Managers books have sold more than two million copies worldwide! Experienced and novice managers alike can benefit from these compact guides. The topics are relevant to every work environment, from large corporations to small businesses. Concise treatments of dozens of business techniques, skills, methods, and problems are presented with hundreds of photos, charts, and diagrams. It is the most exciting and accessible approach to business and self-improvement available. Learn to analyze and implement important business decisions like a pro with this trusted guide.
DK Essential Managers: Manage Your Time (DK Essential Managers)
by Tim HindleThe most finite resource any manager has is time. This handbook teaches readers how to save and preserve their time by first understanding its limitations, and then showing them how to guard it. Practical guidance includes ways of limiting interaction with subordinates (e.g. "Don't sit down if you are followed into your office" and "Place your chair out of view if your door is open"), the benefits of keeping a time log, and how to spot (and avoid) a time-wasting trap. The book also takes full advantage of modern technology by explaining how to maximize e-mail, voicemail, and other tools available to save precious time. The book is clear, concise and efficient, ensuring that none of the time you spend reading it is wasted. DK Essential Managers: Manage Your Time is part of the bestselling DK Essential Managers series. Packed with essential tips for today's competitive business world, these efficient guidebooks are ideal for anyone interested in improving their business skills. Concise treatment of dozens of techniques, skills, and methods make Essential Managers the most accessible guide to business available.
DK Essential Managers: Managing Change (DK Essential Managers)
by Robert HellerLearn all you need to know about adapting to change, from initiating modifications to responding positively to them. Turn and face the strange features of your new business environment with this efficient how-to guide. Managing Change enables you to understand and plan for change to achieve the best results, plus it provides practical techniques for you to try in different settings. Whether you want to be a richer person through business success, or just have to be a different person to deal with your new environment, this book will change you so that you can face change. This is one of many helpful and engaging titles from DK's Essential Managers series. Power tips help you handle real-life situations and develop the first-class management skills that are the key to a productive and informed workplace. Experienced and novice managers alike can benefit from these compact guides. The topics are relevant to every work environment, from large corporations to small businesses. Concise treatments of dozens of business techniques, skills, methods, and problems are presented with hundreds of photos, charts, and diagrams. It is the most exciting and accessible approach to business and self-improvement available.
DK Essential Managers: Managing Meetings (DK Essential Managers)
by Robert HellerMeetings are a crucial element of the business world, but they need to be run efficiently to help and not hurt productivity. Whether you lead a meeting or attend one as a participant, there are common-sense steps you can take to make sure you and your company are getting the most out of these ubiquitous events. From assessing what kind of meeting is appropriate to the task at hand, to setting an agenda to navigating conflict, this book will teach you how to make sure your meetings meet your goals. DK Essential Managers: Manage Your Time is part of the bestselling DK Essential Managers series. Packed with essential tips for today's competitive business world, these efficient guidebooks are ideal for anyone interested in improving their business skills. Concise treatment of dozens of techniques, skills, and methods make Essential Managers the most accessible guide to business available.
DK Essential Managers: Managing Teams (DK Essential Managers)
by Robert HellerLearn all you need to know about successful team management, from building up a team that functions effectively, to achieving the desired results. This efficient guidebook shows you how to establish a productive environment and exploit group dynamics, and it also provides practical techniques to try in different settings. Power tips help you handle real-life situations and develop the first-class team-management skills that are the key to a productive and informed workplace.DK Essential Managers: Managing Teams is part of the bestselling DK Essential Managers series. Packed with essential tips for today's competitive business world, these efficient guidebooks are ideal for anyone interested in improving their business skills. Concise treatment of dozens of techniques, skills, and methods make Essential Managers the most accessible guide to business available.