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This brief book presents research on the best strategies for raising student achievement through classroom instruction. Readers will find a wealth of research evidence, statistical data, and case studies. Nine categories of instructional strategies—Identifying Similarities and Differences; Summarizing and Note Taking; Reinforcing Effort and Providing Recognition; Homework and Practice; Nonlinguistic Representations; Cooperative Learning; Setting Objectives and Providing Feedback; Generating and Testing Hypotheses; and Cues, Questions, and Advance Organizers—that maximize student learning are introduced, along with the pertinent information to understand and synthesize each. For elementary school educators, administrators, and academic advisors and counselors..
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In clear, simple terms Leadership and the One Minute Manager® teaches managers the art of Situational Leadership®--a simple system that refutes the conventional management mandate of treating all employees equally. Here, you'll learn why tailoring management styles to individual employees is so important; why knowing when to delegate, support, or direct is critical; how to identify the leadership style suited to a particular person; and how consistent use of the One Minute techniques will produce better management and enhanced motivation on all levels. This remarkable, easy-to-follow book is a priceless guide to creative, personalized leadership that elicits the best performance from your staff--and the best bottom line for any business.

If your management motto is "everyone should be treated equally," Leadership and the One Minute Manager. will show you why this style not only hinders workplace efficiency, but also frustrates your staff. In clear, simple terms, Ken Blanchard, co-author of the enormously popular The One Minute Manager., coupled with business gurus Patricia and Drea Zigarmi, teach managers the art of Situational Leadership.. You'll learn why tailoring management styles to individual employees is so important; when to delegate, support, or direct; how to identify the leadership style suited to a particular person; and how consistent use of the One Minute techniques will produce better management and enhanced motivation on all levels. This remarkable, easy-to-follow book is a priceless guide to creative, personalized leadership that elicits the best performance from your staffand the best bottom line for any business..
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ndigo Ocean Dreams is a 60 minute CD/audio book designed to entertain your child in an ocean setting while introducing them to four relaxation and stress-management techniques Children follow their sea friends along as they learn to release and manage anger with Angry Octopus, build self-esteem with Affirmation Weaver, implement Yoga breathing with Sea Otter Cove and visualize with Bubble Riding. Designed as the sequel to Indigo Dreams, this CD offers longer stories and expands on the relaxation techniques of breathing, visualizations, muscular relaxation and affirmations. Ideal for older children ages 6-12, or as step two for those already familiar with Indigo Dreams. Engaging characters present these adult level techniques in an easy to follow format that makes it fun for any child to learn. The narration is accompanied by calming sounds of dolphins, sea otters and gentle waves. An additional music sound track is included to further enhance your child's relaxation experience. These proven techniques encourage wellness and provide tools for children who suffer from anxiety, stress, trauma, hyperactivity, anger, sleep issues and lack of confidence..
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Indigo Teen Dreams allows teens to manage stress, anger and anxiety while increasing self-esteem and self-awareness Teens explore relaxation and stress-management techniques while receiving guided instructions on the techniques of Yoga breathing, visualizations, muscular relaxation and affirmations. This straight forward, easy to follow approach encourages teens to take charge of their own feelings and stress. It provides a safe place where teens can be themselves while not worrying about peer pressure or living up to any ones expectations. It is motivating, encouraging and instructional at the same time! Additional uplifting music sound tracks are provided to further enhance their relaxation experience. These proven techniques provide tools for teens trying to make their way in today s world. Teens are encouraged to make good choices and believe in themselves while managing stress and anger. Great for teens entering Middle School through High School..
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Why do such a small percentage of people reach the elite performer status? Why do these top few make most of the money? And, how can you become one of them?

Winning in sales is no different than winning in sports, business, and life. The next generation of salespeople may know how to close a sale but most don't know how to effectively develop their mental aspects of the game. As a result they never make it to the top and the set around wondering why others with less talent keep passing them by.

In the game of sales, business and life there are no time-outs, no overtimes. You only get one chance to play. The question you have to ask yourself is, Do I want to wait on the sidelines or do I want to win? In The All-Star Sales Book, Billy Cox reveals the small improvements that can lead to enormous differences in results. Whether you're a rookie or a Hall of Famer, it's the little things that give you the winning edge.

Packed with real life stories, case studies and relevant business anecdotes, The All-Star Sales Book offers practical and easy-to-implement advice for tackling today s most common sales problems, on the field and off. From overcoming adversity and thinking like a winner to working with a team and taking initiative, Billy Cox equips readers with the tools they will need to achieve all-star sales results all the time.

Discover step by step how to:

• Master the basic steps that separate the superstars from average performers
• Think and act like a winner today
• Stay daily motivated with passion and purpose
• Use the mental aspects of selling to gain a competitive advantage.
• Eliminate distractions and stay focused on the results you desire.
• Achieve your goals and dreams with speed and precision.

Praise for The All-Star Sales Book:

'The All-Star Sales Book us a winner. It will inspire you with a winning spirit and teach you the habit patterns of winners.' --Ed Forman, former US congressman, motivational speaker, Executive Development Systems, Inc.

'Billy Cox is a master at coaching people to be their best. The All-Star Sales Book will help you define success, keep score, and achieve your full potential' --Tony Jeary, Mr Presentation, author of Life Is a Series of Presentations

'It has been said that there are two kinds of people: those who watch things happen, and those who make things happen. Billy Cox has written a masterpiece on how to get into the game of life and make things happen! It is a must-read for those of us who are not designed to be spectators.' --Les Brown, award-winning speaker and author of Live Your Dreams

'Thank you, Billy. Your book is tremendous--your practical wisdom stimulates the heart as well as the mind.' --Charles "Tremendous" Jones, motivational speaker, author of Life is Tremendous

'This book will remind you of the reasons why you have to do what must be done if you're going to accomplish what you are here to do.' --Bryan Dodge, author, trainer, and educational speaker, Dodge Development, Inc.

'Stunt work is only in the movies. In real life you have to take massive focused action if you want to succeed. The All-Star Sales Book will give you the action steps necessary to succeed at a higher level.' --Kenny Bates, action director / associate producer / stunt coordinator for Transformers, Pearl Harbor, The Rock, and Armageddon; Academy Award winner

'The All-Star Sales Book leads readers to better results with wisdom, humor, and practical advice. If you think you can work better, live better, or do better than you're doing, this is the book for you.' --Jim Rohn, motivational speaker.
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Your home is the single most valuable thing you can own, yet making it pay can intimidate and confuse even the savviest investor. Now, in an indispensable new book, finance expert Gerri Willis leads you step-by-step through the entire experience of buying, maintaining, and selling a home, and shows you how to come out ahead–maybe even way ahead.

Americans used to raise their families in one place, knowing that their homes would someday make them wealthy. These days, on average, people spend just nine years in a house; it’s become a medium-term investment in a volatile real estate market. Home Rich is the first book that offers simple rules specifically designed for this brave new world of home buying and selling. Here are the ways to maximize your profit, from the time you get the keys to the time you hand them over.

• before you buy: Learn about the best and safest loans available, how to finance and refinance them, and how to pick the right real estate agent (watch out for the “dual agency,” when one agent represents both buyer and seller).
• buy right: Understand what size home you need and can afford (it’s the features and the fit, not the square footage), and check out location, location, location (a school system is a tip-off to a growing neighborhood).
• keep up your investment: Make a checklist by season to determine maintenance expenses and find out how to protect against monster storms, mold, and vermin.
• upgrade in ways that count: Be practical (an updated kitchen beats a Jacuzzi), discover the new green improvements, and plant the best trees and shrubs for your zone (landscaping can add 6 to 7 percent to the value of a home).
• sell right: Inspect and repair, clear and clean, then set the correct price, advertise, and field the offers.

Home Rich addresses the needs of homeowners in all regions and at all income levels, featuring helpful case histories, practical charts, and clear instructions. Gerri Willis has written a comprehensive, reader-friendly guide for creating a special personal space that you will love living in–and that others will also value and happily pay for when the time comes for you to sell..
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The first book to offer a comprehensive framework for conducting the venture capital due diligence process
Venture capitalists and other professional investors use due diligence to uncover all of the critical aspects of a company in which they are considering investing in an attempt to estimate the ROI of this decision. The state of the market, management expertise within the firm, legal concerns, location, and environmental issues are just a few of the factors investors include in their due diligence analyses. This book is the only guide to provide investors with a rigorous due diligence framework that can be customized to fit the practice of the firm. The book provides readers with a clear and complete understanding of the due diligence process and formalizes the process for the VC community. The book is structured around key criteria presented in the form of questions. Each question is followed by in-depth explanations and analyses that incorporate the best practices of today's top VCs, including John Doerr, Don Valentine, Kevin Fong, and Ann Winblad..
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Don't Be Baffled by Your Electrical System--Handle Repairs and Improvements with Ease

With clear illustrations and simple explanations, Don Casey shows you exactly how to install wiring . . . make good, safe connections . . . match your battery bank and alternator to your needs . . . troubleshoot problems quickly . . . avoid shore power problems . . . and more--all without a lot of technical jargon.

"Don Casey's book provides clear guidance on how to create and maintain a robust electrical system. Don's lucid explanations and numerous illustrations make what is normally mysterious and invisible--electricity--into something the reader is able to understand with confidence. An excellent addition to the sailor's seagoing library." --Chuck Hawley.
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