Download or read book The Corporate Sponsorship Toolkit written by Kim Skildum-Reid and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This comprehensive manual for corporate sponsorship will guide readers through the mindset, strategies and tactics to develop amazing, best-practice sponsorships that add value to people's event experiences and nurture their connection with those target markets, building preference, loyalty and advocacy for real impact on the bottom line."--Publisher's website.

Download or read book The Perfect Portfolio written by Leland B. Hevner and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2009-03-23 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Today's world of personal investing is not a friendly place. Individuals are assaulted with an unending barrage of financial news, "expert" advice, investing tools, trading systems, and more, to the point where they are overwhelmed. As a result, most people simply entrust their portfolios to third-party advisers and, in doing so, lose control of their financial security. Nobody is more familiar with this situation than author Leland Hevner. As President of the National Association of Online Investors (naoi.org) and a longtime educator in this field, he understands that to succeed in today's chaotic markets you don't need more news, advice, or analysis tools. Instead, you need a completely new and simpler approach to building an effective portfolio on your own one that includes updated investing concepts and dramatically new ways of looking at the market. That's why he created The Perfect Portfolio. Written in a straightforward and accessible style, this reliable resource shows you, step by step, how to use a revolutionary approach to investing called the Perfect Portfolio Methodology (PPM). Developed by Hevner over the course of his successful career and based on input from hundreds of individual investors, the PPM allows you to capture incredible returns under any market condition without exposing yourself to unacceptable risk or requiring you to devote an extraordinary amount of time to the investing process. The journey to creating your unique Perfect Portfolio is divided into three parts: Part I reveals the problems faced by today's investors, outlines a new approach for solving them, and gets you started by showing how to design the Core Segment or foundation of your Perfect Portfolio Part II details how to "supercharge" your Perfect Portfolio's returns by adding a Target Market Segment consisting of five newly defined asset classes Part III illustrates how you can bring the Core and Target Market Segments together to form a Perfect Portfolio that meets your unique investing profile and current market conditions This is a book that financial advisers will not want you to read. Why? Because it takes them out of the loop by empowering you to make informed and profitable investing decisions on your own. The Perfect Portfolio places the power to control your wealth firmly in your hands, where it belongs. The Perfect Portfolio is more than just a book. It also includes a supplemental online component you can access via the Web at www.perfectportfoliobook.com. The use of this resource is not required to take full advantage of the book's content, but the information and tools presented in the online component can enhance your overall learning experience.

Download or read book The Art of M A Strategy A Guide to Building Your Company s Future through Mergers Acquisitions and Divestitures written by Kenneth Smith and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2012-01-05 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seize the competitive advantage with today’s most powerful strategic tool—M&A “Given the influence of technology, globalization, and regulatory change, M&A will continue to shape our industries. For most companies, therefore, the consideration of M&A in strategy is now fundamental.” –from the Introduction to Part I The Art of M&A Strategy is exactly what you need to build mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures into your overall business strategy—to make M&A a competitive advantage and avoid landing on the long list of M&A failures. Experts in the field of M&A, Smith and Lajoux demystify this otherwise complex subject by taking you through the types of M&A strategy and the key steps to successful M&A strategy development and implementation. The Art of M&A Strategy is conveniently organized into three sections: Part I presents a range of possible corporate strategy situations and provides the role and rationale for M&A in each, such as building and managing a portfolio, participating in industry consolidation, spurring corporate growth, and using acquisitions to create “real options.” Part II outlines how to determine the role of M&A in your strategy—taking into consideration industry context, competitive imperatives, and strategy options—and explains how to find and screen partners, decide whether to buy or sell, and engage the board of directors in M&A decisions. Part III covers M&A as a sustained corporate program, particularly in the context of international growth, outlining the most strategic aspects of post-merger integration, describing how to use advisors throughout the process, and examining core competencies required for successful M&A programs. The authors illuminate the purpose and process of applying M&A with real-world success stories involving Cisco, GE, Google, and many other companies that have leveraged M&A for strategic success. Use The Art of M&A Strategy to create a powerful strategy position for success in today’s changing business environment and to seize and hold competitive advantage.

Download or read book Brand Portfolio Strategy written by David A. Aaker and published by Free Press. This book was released on 2020-03-24 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this long-awaited book from the world’s premier brand expert and author of the seminal work Building Strong Brands, David Aaker shows managers how to construct a brand portfolio strategy that will support a company’s business strategy and create relevance, differentiation, energy, leverage, and clarity. Building on case studies of world-class brands such as Dell, Disney, Microsoft, Sony, Dove, Intel, CitiGroup, and PowerBar, Aaker demonstrates how powerful, cohesive brand strategies have enabled managers to revitalize brands, support business growth, and create discipline in confused, bloated portfolios of master brands, subbrands, endorser brands, cobrands, and brand extensions. Renowned brand guru Aaker demonstrates that assuring that each brand in the portfolio has a clear role and actively reinforces and supports the other portfolio brands will profoundly affect the firm’s profitability. Brand Portfolio Strategy is required reading not only for brand managers but for all managers with bottom-line responsibility to their shareholders.

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Download or read book Shares Made Simple written by Roger Kinsky and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-01-31 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you thinking of joining the thousands of Australians profiting from our stock market, but intimidated by the jargon and unsure of where to start? Let Australia's foremost share-investing educator guide you through the simplest ways to make money from shares -- and how to ensure you protect your hard-earned dollars in the process! Shares Made Simple is the essential ground-up investing guide for stock market beginners. Unlike most sharemarket guides, this book explains in simple language all the relevant stock market terms and definitions; includes practical, uncomplicated tips after each succinct section to ensure readers have grasped concepts clearly; and then provides straightforward strategies for profiting on the market -- no expensive financial advisor required! Kinsky covers everything you'll need to get started and get ahead: buying and selling shares, building a portfolio, managing risk, dealing with dividends and how to pick the best stocks.

Download or read book The Portfolio Life written by Christina Wallace and published by Balance. This book was released on 2023-04-18 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You are more than your job. Optimize your happiness, bank account, personal growth, with this practical playbook to achieve sustainable work-life balance—perfect for readers of The Good Enough Job and What Color Is Your Parachute? "An actionable guide to leading a balanced life." — Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Hidden Potential and Think Again Pouring yourself into a single full-time job is the riskiest move you can make. Your parents’ advice to focus on one career path? It doesn’t work anymore, for reasons ranging from recessions to student loan debt, the gig economy, climate disasters, and a global pandemic (to name a few). We need a dramatically different relationship with work, one that allows us to define ourselves beyond our paid labor. The answer? A Portfolio Life. An anti-hustle, pro-rest approach to work-life balance, a Portfolio Life is built on three tenets: You are more than any one role or opportunity. Diversification will help you navigate change and mitigate uncertainty. When (not if) your needs change, you can and should rebalance. In The Portfolio Life, Harvard professor, serial entrepreneur, and self-described "human Venn diagram" Christina Wallace adapts tried-and-true practices from the business sector to help you eschew the cult of ambition and experience the freedom of building the flexible, fulfilling, and sustainable life you want. Drawing on research, case studies, and her own experience, she walks you step-by-step through the process of designing a strategy for the long haul. Because you deserve rest, relationships, and a rewarding career—not someday, but today. After all, you only live once.

Download or read book The Architect s Pocket Guide to Portfolio Design written by Zuzana Kubišová and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2024-10-01 with total page 341 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is an essential guide for architecture and design students struggling to put together an effective portfolio. There is too often a haphazard approach to architecture portfolio design and creation. Without a fundamental understanding of basic graphic design principles, portfolios can seem garish and disjointed, doing a disservice to the work on show and the designers’ professional potential. This concise and highly visual guide explains the fundamental principles of portfolio creation, provides dos and don’ts, common mistakes, and analysis of a diverse range of both successful and unsuccessful samples. Aspirational, innovative design work is also presented alongside detailed commentary breaking down the reasons why it works. Chapters walk through the complete process in an intuitive way, covering purpose, curation, form, layout, content and review, while providing both digital and print techniques. Following the framework laid out in this book will quickly and effectively elevate any architecture portfolio, allowing you to showcase your work in the most professional way possible.

Download or read book Build Your Own Small Wind Power System written by Kevin Shea and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2011-11-09 with total page 514 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO BUILDING A SMALL WIND POWER SYSTEM FROM THE GROUND UP Written by renewable energy experts, this hands-on resource provides the technical information and easy-to-follow instructions you need to harness the wind and generate clean, safe, and reliable energy for on-site use. Build Your Own Small Wind Power System shows you how to install a grid-connected or off-grid residential-scale setup. Get tips for evaluating your site for wind power potential, obtaining permits, financing your project, selecting components, and assembling and maintaining your system. Pictures, diagrams, charts, and graphs illustrate each step along the way. You'll also find out how you can help promote wind-friendly public policies locally. Save money and reduce your carbon footprint with help from this practical guide. COVERAGE INCLUDES: Challenges and impacts of small wind energy Electricity, energy, and wind science Determining if wind power is right for you Site assessment Financing small wind power Permits and zoning Wind turbine fundamentals Choosing the right wind turbine for the job Balance of system: batteries, inverters, and controllers Installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting Future developments in wind power

Download or read book The Homeowner s Energy Handbook written by Paul Scheckel and published by Storey Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2013-04-29 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you looking for creative ways to lower your energy costs, generate more of your own power, or become less reliant on the grid? Paul Scheckel offers practical advice for taking matters into your own hands. Explaining the fundamentals of solar, wind, water, and biofuel energy production, Scheckel shows you how to build and maintain a wide variety of energy-saving and energy-producing equipment, ranging from thermosiphon solar hot water collectors to bicycle-powered generators. Use less energy, save money, and help preserve the environment.

Download or read book Moving Beyond Modern Portfolio Theory written by Jon Lukomnik and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2021-04-29 with total page 175 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Moving Beyond Modern Portfolio Theory: Investing That Matters tells the story of how Modern Portfolio Theory (MPT) revolutionized the investing world and the real economy, but is now showing its age. MPT has no mechanism to understand its impacts on the environmental, social and financial systems, nor any tools for investors to mitigate the havoc that systemic risks can wreck on their portfolios. It’s time for MPT to evolve. The authors propose a new imperative to improve finance’s ability to fulfil its twin main purposes: providing adequate returns to individuals and directing capital to where it is needed in the economy. They show how some of the largest investors in the world focus not on picking stocks, but on mitigating systemic risks, such as climate change and a lack of gender diversity, so as to improve the risk/return of the market as a whole, despite current theory saying that should be impossible. "Moving beyond MPT" recognizes the complex relations between investing and the systems on which capital markets rely, "Investing that matters" embraces MPT’s focus on diversification and risk adjusted return, but understands them in the context of the real economy and the total return needs of investors. Whether an investor, an MBA student, a Finance Professor or a sustainability professional, Moving Beyond Modern Portfolio Theory: Investing That Matters is thought-provoking and relevant. Its bold critique shows how the real world already is moving beyond investing orthodoxy.

Download or read book Present Yourself written by Kit Seeborg and published by "O'Reilly Media, Inc.". This book was released on 2013-06-05 with total page 287 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With the success of SlideShare and other online presentation sites, slide presentations have become the language of business. This practical book demonstrates how you can use this visual language to make the story of your organization, brand, or initiative effective and entertaining—and how social sharing networks like SlideShare, Prezi, and Scribd can present your story to a worldwide audience. Using real-world examples from SlideShare users, Present Yourself puts marketing principles and business trends in context to help you understand how online presentations can boost your business. The final chapter provides case studies that reveal how organizations and individuals use SlideShare to meet their needs. Learn the latest trends and technologies for visual communication in business Discover how SlideShare works, and get started with your own account Use SlideShare to plan, execute, and provide follow-up for event presentations Share your wealth of content to promote trust in your company or brand Anticipate a customer’s needs with knowledge-rich content about their market Collaborate with colleagues and conduct online business research Explore how presentations can help you recruit, hire, or get hired

Download or read book 7 Steps to a Better Portfolio written by Edward James Goodfellow and published by FriesenPress. This book was released on 2023-06-26 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: WE ARE ALL LOOKING FOR AN ANSWER. Lose weight, be happier, get a promotion at work, become a better parent, get the most out of life. We are all seeking a solution or direction, on how to make something better. Investing is no different. To some, investing solutions may be about timing markets, picking stocks, or finding the next Apple or Warren Buffett. 7 Steps takes a different approach and focuses on creating a portfolio process and structure to improve the odds of long-term investment success. 7 Steps: 1. Allocate across global capital markets 2. Diversify broadly within markets 3. Focus on higher expected returns 4. Utilize financial science 5. Manage strategy risk 6. Manage investment choice risk 7. Manage costs and taxes 7 Steps examines important investment variables that investors control to better manage the variables they don’t control. 7 Steps is an investment decision making framework to help investors be more accountable, build emotional resilience, encourage forward thinking, and instil confidence as they journey into the uncertain world of investing.

Download or read book Drawing in 3 D with Mark Kistler written by Mark Kistler and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 1998-08-06 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The third book in Kistler's ever-popular series takes children to a new level of adventure and creativity as they join public television's favorite drawing teacher on an A-to-Z journey through the art and fun of making 3-D cartoons. 1,000+ illustrations.

Download or read book Building Your Mutual Fund Portfolio written by Albert J. Fredman and published by Kaplan Publishing. This book was released on 1996 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Most of us are uneasy, nervous or just plain scared about investing. However, after reading Building Your Mutual Fund Portfolio, you will enjoy your investment journey and profit from the experience. The book features sample portfolios, brief profiles of a dozen prominent portfolio managers, tips to guide your investing strategies and travellers advisories that point out traps to avoid.

Download or read book Empowered Living written by Barrett Williams and published by Barrett Williams. This book was released on 2024-04-18 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Step into the future of self-sufficient living and transform your homestead into a beacon of sustainability with "Empowered Living," the ultimate guide to master the art of renewable energy. Whether you dream of reducing your carbon footprint, slashing utility bills, or embracing the path of energy independence, this incisive tome will light the way. Embark on a riveting journey through the spectra of renewable power with a meticulously crafted blueprint that covers every nook and cranny, from tapping into the sun's boundless rays to harnessing the earth's ancient geothermal secrets. Each chapter is an adventure, inviting you to unravel the mysteries of harnessing natural forces and employing them in harmony with your homestead. Begin with an in-depth exploration of your energy needs and learn how to conduct site surveys for peak efficiency. Dive into the world of solar energy, wind power, and hydropower with comprehensive sections on selection, installation, and maintenance. Then, unearth the advantages of geothermal heat and discover the robust energy potential in biomass and biofuels. Witness your resilience flourish with advanced chapters on hybrid systems and innovations in energy storage. Educate yourself on ingenious energy conservation strategies that optimize your lifestyle for sustainability. Evaluate the whispers of running water, the caress of the breeze, and the warmth of the earth, transforming them into reliable power sources for your abode. Navigating the bureaucratic tapestry becomes effortless with guidance on economic incentives, policies, and compliance. Calculate your return on investment with financial planning insights and join the collective wisdom of renewable energy communities, amplifying your impact through shared knowledge and cooperation. The march towards total self-sufficiency culminates with inspirational tales of triumph and a glimpse into the electrifying future trends of renewable energy. "Empowered Living" is more than a manual; it's a manifesto for all who yearn for a life unshackled from the grid, offering a comprehensive toolkit for crafting an ecologically balanced, self-reliant homestead. Join the ranks of pioneers shaping a greener future, one homestead at a time. Your journey to empowered, sustainable living starts here.

Download or read book Baby Steps Millionaires written by Dave Ramsey and published by Ramsey Press. This book was released on 2022-01-11 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You Can Baby Step Your Way to Becoming a Millionaire Most people know Dave Ramsey as the guy who did stupid with a lot of zeros on the end. He made his first million in his twenties—the wrong way—and then went bankrupt. That’s when he set out to learn God’s ways of managing money and developed the Ramsey Baby Steps. Following these steps, Dave became a millionaire again—this time the right way. After three decades of guiding millions of others through the plan, the evidence is undeniable: if you follow the Baby Steps, you will become a millionaire and get to live and give like no one else. In Baby Steps Millionaires, you will . . . *Take a deeper look at Baby Step 4 to learn how Dave invests and builds wealth *Learn how to bust through the barriers preventing them from becoming a millionaire *Hear true stories from ordinary people who dug themselves out of debt and built wealth *Discover how anyone can become a millionaire, especially you Baby Steps Millionaires isn’t a book that tells the secrets of the rich. It doesn't teach complicated financial concepts reserved only for the elite. As a matter of fact, this information is straightforward, practical, and maybe even a little boring. But the life you'll lead if you follow the Baby Steps is anything but boring! You don’t need a large inheritance or the winning lottery number to become a millionaire. Anyone can do it—even today. For those who are ready, it’s game on!