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Submitted by informationcentral on Tue, 08/12/2008 - 15:15.
 Blogging for business is nothing new, but sometimes it is hard to figure out where to start and what to include. "Blog Marketing" by Jeremy Wright is a good, easy to read introduction to the basics of blogging, how to get in the right mindset, and what you need to avoid as a business blogger. The book gives tips on how to deal with negative feedback and gives model guidelines for a company blogging policy. The book also discusses how some major corporations use blogging. The downside: this is a 320+ page PDF that no one should attempt to read cover to cover on a computer screen. I would say the best use for this eBook would be to review it to see if it's worth purchasing as a paper copy from your bookstore or if there is a particular topic or chapter you want to browse.(DS)
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Submitted by informationcentral on Wed, 06/04/2008 - 14:25.
 At first, I wasn't too sure I'd like this audio book...it was a little too "earthy" for me. But, once I made my way through the intro music (drum beating, and all) and actually listened to what Lynne Twist had to say, the book was well worth the time (2 hours, 38 minutes). Unleashing the Soul of Money will likely strike a special chord with those of us in eternal pursuit of "more" and Twist shows us how to change our tune for the better. Twist starts by sharing -- and dispelling -- the three great myths about money and then explains how to move from a "you OR me" world to a "you AND me" world -- a world in which we can all live in harmony with "enough". She further illustrates how letting go of the chase for "more" frees up energy to make a difference with what we already have. And the difference we make with what we already have expands exponentially in our lives, making an impact on the world. Yes, this audio book sounds a bit like a counseling session; but don't let that deter you. Just think of it as a personal "wealth workshop" and you might just come out of it a wealthier person...in more than one way!(MM)
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Submitted by informationcentral on Wed, 06/04/2008 - 14:18.
 I am really impressed with this audio book, it is an excellent guide for all. Be sure to have a pen and paper with you to follow along with the exercises. This information has really helped me changed my perception about how I view money. This is a MUST READ to achieve financial freedom.(VB)
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Submitted by informationcentral on Mon, 05/05/2008 - 18:49.
 With chapter titles that read like an instruction manual, Joe Vitale's "Life's Missing Instruction Manual: The Guidebook You Should Have Been Given at Birth” is an insightful - and often humorous - book that offers the reader helpful lessons for use in their everyday lives. The book is broken down into eight chapters, with each focusing on a different aspect of one's life, and contains anecdotal stories and examples on how to put the lessons in it to work. An enjoyable and quick read, this book is structured so that it may be read out of sequence, and so that one can easily refer back to and reread a particularly insightful passage if desired.(CD)
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Submitted by informationcentral on Fri, 03/14/2008 - 14:03.
 This eBook could easily have been titled "How to Speak with Persuasion and Conviction". In the eBook by Lilyan Wilder you are walked you through many exercises that will help you to relax, breathe, experience your voice and speak from the diaphragm in order to build self confidence in your own voice. The seven steps that she refers to are common sense for most people: Experience Your Voice; Get A Response And Structure Your Thoughts; Establish A Dialogue; Tap Your Creativity; Learn To Persuade; Achieve Your Higher Objective; and Give The Gift Of Your Conviction. In my opinion it would be helpful for those who are already comfortable in front of groups as well as those who just want to improve their techniques.(DM)
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Submitted by informationcentral on Fri, 03/07/2008 - 21:50.
 This Adobe eBook succinctly discusses the elements of a business plan and how to use it to provide sound business management. Writing a well-crafted business plan forces you to examine all elements of your business—products, hiring, competition, finances, the marketplace and so on. Brown offers a diagram illustrating the consequences of a good business plan—moving from your company’s current position to the future, avoiding problems and issues by taking the action steps in your business plan. Although this book is written by a British author, the steps outlined in this book will be useful to any American entrepreneur.(AMS)
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Submitted by informationcentral on Tue, 03/04/2008 - 22:06.
 As an avid cook book reader, I knew this was going to be an exceptional experience when I was promised that each recipe would be a "gustatory delight to be relished and remembered." Copyrighted in 1952, this book offers "an exchange of recipes from friends across the nation." The idea for the book arose from a discussion which took place at a luncheon during a REALTORS® Convention. Mrs. Graves' goal was to collect at least one recipe from each of the 48 states. It was a goal she reached, plus she received recipes from Hawaii and Alaska as well! All of the contributions in the book are from REALTORS® or REALTORS®' wives and each entry is accompanied by an outline of the state of the contributor and the nickname of the state. Recipes are organized into sixteen categories: Appetizers; Beverages; Breads, Muffins and Rolls; Candies, Cakes and Cookies; Casseroles; Desserts; Jams, Jellies, Pickles, Preserves; Meats, Poultry, Cheese; Pies; Salads; Sauces and Dressings; Seafood; Soups; Vegetables; Men's Concoctions; and Quickies. There is also an abundance of interesting food facts, tips and suggestions. There are quite a few recipes that I will definitely be trying, however I don't think I will be bringing the "Beef Tongue in the Casserole" to my table any time soon!(KW)
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Submitted by informationcentral on Tue, 03/04/2008 - 22:04.
 In this 36-minute audio book, Michael Hughes sheds light on his personal observations and experiences in gender-based networking. Basically, networking is a skill-based activity and the differences in gender issues (i.e. the way men and women preceive things differently or act upon things differently) impacts the success of networking efforts. He points out the differences in the way men and women react in both social and business settings. He also shares that the secret for networking success in women is to focus on relationships rather than revenue. The greatest strength that women have is that they are natural relationship builders. Seven networking success strategies are presented, as well as three steps to creating a networking action plan. During the session, Cristi Cook, president of Majority Marketing, calls in and reinforces the information presented by Michael Hughes. This is a fast-paced audio book, however, the listener should be cautioned that there is a bit of background noise taking place throughout the recording.(KW)
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Submitted by informationcentral on Tue, 03/04/2008 - 19:37.
 Brian Tracy at his absolute best! Based on his best-selling audio book Psychology of Achievement and earlier seminars, Maximum Achievement is truly a recipe for personal and professional success. What makes this book better than others on the subject of success? Maximum Achievement brings classic, time-tested principles together with lessons learned through Tracy's personal experience and his long-standing study of success and happiness. The ingredients of success are simple: peace of mind, health, loving relationships, financial freedom, worthy goals and ideals, self-knowledge and self-awareness, personal fulfillment. But many of us don't maximize these ingredients to come up with our own "blue ribbon recipe" for success. Brian Tracy teaches us how through mastery of our thoughts, emotions, and actions, in Maximum Achievement.(MM)
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