Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Etiquette 2nd Edition written by Mary Mitchell and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2002-01-18 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mary Mitchell, Ms. Demeanor herself, takes you through Y2K and beyond with The Complete Idiot's Guide to Etiquette, Second Edition. Topics covered include gifts and e-commerce: can you "wrap" an electronic gift?, telecommuting and the home office: the impact on family and friends, and volunteering: the fine line between being Mother Theresa and Lady Bountiful. This title also includes an updated section on weddings, plus tips from the expert on dining on the run, takeout, new tipping systems, and manners at Mickey D's. Other topics include privacy, diversity, and harassment issues on the job, E-mail etiquette and computer manners, and saying the right thing--is small talk dead?

Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Etiquette 2e written by Mary Mitchell and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2000-03-10 with total page 342 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You’re no idiot, of course. You know how important it is to handle sticky situations with tact and poise, and that it’s downright rude to talk with your mouth full or slurp your soup. You’re always careful to mind your manners, but when you have to make an introduction or attend a business banquet, you feel like a blundering buffoon. Don’t take your name off the social register just yet! The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Etiquette, Second Edition, will show you how to be polished, polite, and professional, whether you’re at home, at work, or at play. In this Complete Idiot’s Guide®, you get: • Simple solutions to common dining dilemmas. • Easy-to-follow gift-giving guidelines. • Foolproof ways to prepare a wedding. • Invaluable tips on sports and travel etiquette.

Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Business Etiquette written by Mary Mitchell and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2000 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Business manners in and out of the boardroom are stressed here, with practical etiquette advice on e-mail, faxes, international travel, pagers, and cellular phones, as well as the latest dope on how to prooperly shake hands, address a new business acquaintance, and talk on the phone. Original.

Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Learning Spanish written by Gail Stein and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2003 with total page 479 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents the principles of Spanish vocabulary, grammar, and usage for immediate use, along with a Spanish/English-English/Spanish dictionary, a guide to pronunciation, cultural information, useful phrases, and exercises.

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Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Motorcycles written by Editors of Motorcyclist Magazine and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2008 with total page 468 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Complete Idiot's Guide to Motorcycles, Fourth Edition, is the most complete book on motorcycles, covering everything from how to choose and maintain a motorcycle and how to buy appropriate gear, to how to ride safely, and how to make the most out of trips on the open road.

Download or read book Passport to Success written by Jeanette S. Martin and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2008-11-30 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Like it or not, every business—even one conducted from the kitchen table—is global. No matter the industry, employees now routinely travel to other countries or interact with foreign customers, vendors, or fellow employees. Or they conduct business over the phone, via e-mail, or through video links. As a result, they have to understand international customs and etiquette or risk losing customers or botching business relations. And understanding business customs in other cultures isn't merely playing good defense—it often leads to new products or service enhancements that help an enterprise grow. In Passport to Success, Jeanette Martin and Lillian Chaney apply their expertise in business etiquette, training, and intercultural communications to present a practical guide to conducting business successfully around the world. Each chapter in this book presents in-depth information on the business environment and culture in the top twenty trading partners of the United States: Canada, Mexico, Japan, China, United Kingdom, Germany, South Korea, Netherlands, France, Singapore, Taiwan, Belgium, Australia, Brazil, Hong Kong, Switzerland, Malaysia, Italy, India, and Israel. Chapters contain both practical tips and illustrative examples, and the book concludes with a listing of resources (books, magazines, organizations, and Web sites) for additional information. In addition, Passport to Success contains useful overview material that will help business people plan a trip abroad or a campaign to win customers in another country. Besides trade statistics and information on global trade agreements, readers will find information on using the Internet productively to conduct or seek business, how women can succeed in countries with traditional, male-oriented business cultures, how to build cross-cultural relationships, and ways language can enhance—or obstruct—business dealings. Every businessperson is now a player in the global market for goods and services. This book provides valuable tips that will help people avoid missteps and increase their sales and personal success when dealing with counterparts in other countries.

Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Game Theory written by Edward C. Rosenthal Ph.D. and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2011-03-01 with total page 419 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gain some insight into the game of life... Game Theory means rigorous strategic thinking. It is based on the idea that everyone acts competitively and in his own best interest. With the help of mathematical models, it is possible to anticipate the actions of others in nearly all life's enterprises. This book includes down-to-earth examples and solutions, as well as charts and illustrations designed to help teach the concept. In The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Game Theory, Dr. Edward C. Rosenthal makes it easy to understand game theory with insights into: • The history of the discipline made popular by John Nash, the mathematician dramatized in the film A Beautiful Mind • The role of social behavior and psychology in this amazing discipline • How important game theory has become in our society and why

Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Classical Mythology written by Kevin Osborn and published by Penguin. This book was released on 1998 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An introduction to Greek and Roman mythology provides explanations of all the gods and their roles, origins of the myths and theories on who wrote them, and the function of myths in society

Download or read book The Essential Guide to Business Etiquette written by Lillian H. Chaney and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2007-09-30 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Which fork should you use to eat the salad at a business lunch? What does business casual really mean? What's the one thing it's important not to do when meeting a Japanese businessperson for the first time? Good social skills are critical to success in today's competitive business world. Excellent manners not only grease the wheels of commerce, but an employee's positive professional image rubs off on the company and improves its reputation. The Essential Guide to Business Etiquette, a practical guide for interacting effectively with colleagues, customers, and business associates, details the social skills necessary to ensure personal and professional success. Good manners are like gold in today's fractious business environment—and thus provide an edge in getting and keeping new business. The Essential Guide to Business Etiquette features 14 chapters covering the most critical areas that can help people succeed in the climb up the corporate ladder. From the basics of getting off on the right foot during the job interview to handling office politics to dining etiquette, this book covers everything today's businessperson needs to know to navigate the tricky world of etiquette whether at home or abroad. Learning to operate with grace in the business world could not be more important. Every day, poor manners ruin deals, derail promotions, and harm customer relations.

Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Toltec Wisdom written by Sheri A. Rosenthal and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2005 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Toltecs were an ancient society who lived in the central valley of Mexico. Their knowledge of science, art, and the spirit was amazingly advanced, and it led them to create a system of teaching that required enormous discipline and willpower. Focusing on the mind, the Toltecs developed a spiritual philosophy that incorporated the beauty of many esoteric teachings, forming a perfect model for transcendence. They believed that humans live in a world of dreams, and the way they dream places limitations on their lives. By changing those dreams, and reprogramming our minds, the wisdom of the Toltecs can lead us to the self-love and respect that are the keys to personal freedom. In The Complete Idiot's Guide to Toltec Wisdom, readers can travel through life with the knowledge of the Toltecs, taking charge of their lives and becoming fully aware for the first time.

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Download or read book Hospitality Management written by Lyn Pont PhD and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2014-12-01 with total page 279 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hospitality Management is a career and life reference for both seasoned executives and new hires. This book positions associates to work comfortably in a global environment and to interpret the cultural expectations of their guests. The author, Lyn Pont, PhD, is a motivational public speaker and educator. She is the president and founder of Manners for Business, Inc. In Hospitality Management she discusses service, relationships, integrity, communications, personal image, creativity, the bottom line, and so much more. As a story teller, Dr. Pont weaves into the narrative valuable industry history and tales that support a culture of service and personal excellence. Competition in the hospitality industry is nonstop, and brands are looking for associates who can handle themselves flawlessly both on and off the job. Modern hospitality professionals are correctly concerned about representing their organizations, and themselves, with polish, politeness, confidence, and authority. Hospitality Management leads the way by showcasing the soft skills that you can use to amaze your guests with your outstanding attention to customer care. If you believe in remarkable service and have a passion for this great industry, then Hospitality Management will delight you with a treasure chest of hands-on, practical information that will assist you throughout your career. Ponts book is a must-read for anyone considering a career in hospitality. Isadore Sharp, chairman and founder, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts A refreshing, thorough, and necessary read for anyone dealing with the intricacies of the industry. A great training tool for the hospitality industry. Arthur J. Torno, vice president, American Airlines, Inc. Leave it to business etiquette expert Dr. Lyn Pont to author the most comprehensive guide to providing your guests with the memorable hospitality experience they deserve. Martin Yang, master chef, author, food consultant, cooking show and travelogue host

Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Facebook 2nd Edition written by Mikal E. Belicove and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2011-10-04 with total page 339 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Expert tech authors cover all new features and functionality. Reveals Facebook's full potential and users' options to communicate, connect, and have fun.

Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Cigars 2nd Edition written by Tad Gage and published by Penguin. This book was released on 1997-09-01 with total page 440 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For millions of men and women, it’s the ultimate pleasure . . . From private parties to hip bars to posh gentlemen’s clubs, cigar smoking has become an eight billion dollar global pastime. But, like wine, a fine cigar requires dedicated study and tasting. Here’s the only comprehensive book on the subject, featuring all the information that novice and veteran cigar aficionados need. • New handy 6x9 format • Completely updated with the latest brands, product lines, and accessories • Features web-related cost-cutting tips • Step–by–step instructions for getting the most out of a cigar

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