Despues de Colon: Trabajo, sociedad y politica en la economia del oro (Alianza America)

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Title: Bruselas implanta la economia del hidrogeno: un grupo de trabajo, donde estaran representados todos los sectores, comenzara a trabajar en octubre, despues de que La Comision Europea haya establecido los planes definitivos de cara a la implantacion.(Articulo breve)
Author: Pablo Diaz
Publication: Epoca (Magazine/Journal)
Date: September 26, 2003
Publisher: Difusora de Informacion Periodica, S.A. (DINPESA)
Issue: 971 Page: 92(1)

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Mas trabajo y meno salario: reforma laboral. (Economía).(México)(TT: More work for less pay: effects of labour reform. (Economy).)(TA: Mexico)(Artículo Breve) : An article from: Siempre!

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Mas trabajo y meno salario: reforma laboral. (Economía).(México)(TT: More work for less pay: effects of labour reform. (Economy).)(TA: Mexico)(Artículo Breve) : An article from: Siempre!
Magdalena Galindo
Manufacturer: Edicional Siempre
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ASIN: B0009FR36K
Release Date: 2005-07-30

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This digital document is an article from Siempre!, published by Edicional Siempre on July 17, 2002. The length of the article is 530 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Mas trabajo y meno salario: reforma laboral. (Economía).(México)(TT: More work for less pay: effects of labour reform. (Economy).)(TA: Mexico)(Artículo Breve)
Author: Magdalena Galindo
Publication: Siempre! (Refereed)
Date: July 17, 2002
Publisher: Edicional Siempre
Volume: 49 Issue: 2561 Page: 49(1)

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Promotor del empleo: la vivienda (Economía).: An article from: Siempre!

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Promotor del empleo: la vivienda (Economía).: An article from: Siempre!
David Shields
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ASIN: B0008FSYM8
Release Date: 2005-07-30

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This digital document is an article from Siempre!, published by Edicional Siempre on October 30, 2002. The length of the article is 538 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Promotor del empleo: la vivienda (Economía).
Author: David Shields
Publication: Siempre! (Refereed)
Date: October 30, 2002
Publisher: Edicional Siempre
Volume: 49 Issue: 2576 Page: 46(2)

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Economia y politica del trabajo en Venezuela

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Economia y politica del trabajo en Venezuela
Hector Valecillos T.
Manufacturer: Academia Nacional de Ciencias Economicas
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Binding: Unknown Binding

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Rick Maurer introduces you to a high integrity process that engages you and the other person in creating outcomes you both fully support. He shows you how to turn resistance into support and use 6 principles of engagement to help you persuade while you build the relationship and get your ideas put into action.

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It is OK.......2006-07-03

The book makes some good points and does help guide you in doing better in this area. The reading is a little dry. I got bored and put the book down several times. This is a complete opposite to another book I recently read. "Customer Satisfaction is Worthless. Customer Loyalty is Priceless." I could not put the book down.

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I Want other People to Read this Book.......2004-08-08

The approach in Rick Maurer's "Why Don't You Want What I Want?" reminds me of a great deal of Dale Carnegie's, "How to Win Friends and Influence People." It basically is a human relations approach to communication and teamwork. If you work in an environment that requires you to work collaboratively, this book is a must.

Maurer truly takes a practical approach to the rare skill of collaboration of ideas. He starts by exploring different levels of resistance and how much a serious barrier to collaboration those levels can be. Next, he explores six steps for engagement with the central principle that true active listening can make all the difference. Maurer concludes by expanding these ideas and concepts beyond the mere world of work to the family.

This book really hit home with me. I'm a Director of a non-profit agency and in my work the skills of collaboration are critical and integral in working with constituents to moving towards a common goal and in a common direction. With one of our constituent groups, we had reached a stage of near impasse and Maurer's book helped our organization move through that situation and even move beyond that to start rebuilding trust. If Maurer's common-sense ideas of human relations are listened to and practiced, it can pay huge dividends in trying to achieve a greater good.

This book comes highly recommended.
--MMW

Maurer Makes Practical Sense.......2002-10-03

'Why Don't You Want What I Want' sits on my business shelves as one of a very short list of books that I consider useful, practical and provocative references, both in support of my learning and of the work I do with clients.

Rick Maurer has that rare ability to blend practical and concrete experience with a healthy dose of self-deprecating humor, and then set it in the context of a sound theoretical footing. Rick's earlier books were thoughtful and useful; this one is the best yet in its ability to integrate ideas with action.

Of most value to me in my coaching of leaders was the extended discussion of the Principles of Engagement, touchstones for those seeking dialogue and opportunities to influence outcomes. In particular, the chapter on avoiding Knee-Jerk responses has served me well as I work with men and women whose needs and wants often differ from my own.

This book flows. Interviews with those whose experience relates to the point Maurer is making, strengthen the book throughout. I was left with a commitment to try new approaches to bringing value to my client work, largely, I think, because of the creative, engaging style of the author. Maurer makes you smile and Maurer makes you think!

I turned down more page corners in this book than in many I have read recently. This is a true 'working copy'; it is a book I turn to when I am looking for perspective or fresh thinking about impact and influence.

Finally, I bought copies of the book for some of my clients, in particular those who have the challenge of developing effective, committed teams quickly. Now they can consider some of Rick Maurer's ideas and perspectives directly as we work on approaches to their impact on the business.

Why Don't You Want What I Want?.......2002-08-21

I've read all of Rick Maurer's books. They are supposedly for business leaders and managers, but I find them highly personal. None disappoints. Each enlightens and enlivens. And so with "Why Don't You Want What I want?". If one wants to support living a life of integrity, at work or at home,this book has many answers. Rick proposes that winning support for one's ideas and agenda be based on honest relationship, not one fraught with manipulation and/or coercion. As a consultant and trainer I have found with very few exceptions that my clients are good at lobbying for their point of view but lack the attitude and therefore the ability to genuinely inquire into another's. These (lobbying and inquiring) must come more into balance, says the author, if others are to join us rather than make it their raison d'etre to resist us. We also must know our intentions. While I think " knowing my true intentions" takes the maturity and the skill of being a competent observer of myself (and this is far from easy), Rick Maurer makes some distinctions and offers tools that lighten the task for the willing. As a matter of fact, that's one of the high points of reading this (or any) Rick Maurer book. It's simply written, makes sense against my personal and professional experience, is witty and funny. But what attracts me most to "Why Don't You Want What I Want?" is that I can use it to "stay on purpose," and my purpose is to enhance my personal power and that of others in my business and personal life. Building commitment, strategies for avoiding resistance in the first place, and dealing with it when I have to are part of my every day. I enjoy competence in those domains. "Why Don't You Want What I Want" has moved me to a higher level of competence. I've passed a copy on to some of my clients. Invariably the title alone has captured their interest. That tells me there is a need out there for practical answers to the question "Why Don't You Want What I Want?". Rick Maurer's book has them.

Reader friendly, innovative, and practical.......2002-08-04

Why Don't You Want What I Want?: How To Win Support For Your Ideas With Hard Sell, Manipulation, Or Power Plays is an informed and informative work specifically written by organization change consultant and public speaker Rick Maurer for business executives, managers, and salespeople who need to garner support and unity from colleagues and associates in order to get their job done. Why Don't You Want What I Want is also very strongly recommended reading for anyone in the private or public sectors facing the complex task for getting a group to rally to the cause. Individual chapters address presenting one's position in the most persuasive manner; avoiding knee-jerk reactions; building trust even in a hostile environment; and a great deal more. Reader friendly, innovative, and practical, Why Don't You Want What I Want? can and will enable anyone to peacefully influence a loved one in ways that will enhance familial bonds or friends in a manner that will strengthen and deepen friendship.

Why Don't You Want What I Want: A Download from The 2004 Pfeiffer Annual (Volume 2, Consulting) (Pfeiffer Electronic Downloads)

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Why Don't You Want What I Want: A Download from The 2004 Pfeiffer Annual (Volume 2, Consulting) (Pfeiffer Electronic Downloads)

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At times, knowing how to increase support and minimize resistance can be extremely challenging. In this targeted 6-item assessment, participants will begin to understand that when they attempt to influence others, they need support at three levels:

Level 1 focuses on understanding. Do people “get” it or don’t they?
Level 2 focuses on the emotional reaction people have to the idea itself. Do they like it or dislike it?
Level 3 focuses on the participants relationship with the other person or group. Do they have trust and confidence or don’t they?

Includes scoring instructions and follow-up instructions. Contributed by Rick Mauer.

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THE WILEY EVENT MANAGEMENT SERIES
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The future is bright for event managers equipped with the essential training and skills required to research, plan, schedule, organize, and market special events anywhere in the world. In this Third Edition of his definitive guide to the profession, Dr. Joe Goldblatt, CSEP, imparts the logistical know-how and the theoretical understanding needed to take advantage of the countless opportunities in this rapidly growing field. From developing the event vision to managing vendor contracts, from event advertising to the latest in event management technology, Dr. Goldblatt provides authoritative guidance on every aspect of this complex and demanding profession. This outstanding new edition:
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The Wiley Event Management Series provides professionals with the essential knowledge and cutting-edge tools they need to excel in one of the most exciting and rapidly growing sectors of the hospitality and tourism industry. Written by recognized experts in the field, the volumes in the series cover the research, design, planning, coordination, and evaluation methods as well as specialized areas of event management.

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The African-American Job Search will help minority job seekers find great jobs. Whether you are a college graduate or a seasoned professional looking to change careers, you can benefit from this book.

You will learn how to:
Â• Understand race in the workplace, what diversity means in America and, if black and female, what special challenges you face.
Â• Assess your skills and interests and develop a career plan.
Â• Utilize the Internet, especially black career Web sites, scan black periodicals to find jobs, and use ListServes, black college career services, and black professional and business associations.
Â• Research occupations and match them to your skills and personality.
Â• Prepare a professional rÃ©sumÃ©/cover letter and post on the Internet.
Â• Network, use the Minorities' Job Bank, find companies that have excellent minority hiring track records, and use affirmative action to your advantage.
Â• Explore job opportunities in non-profit organizations, with local, state and federal governments, on cruise ships, in the field of education, and more.
Â• Find jobs in security and counter-terrorism.
Â• Conduct yourself in an interview and negotiate salary.

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You will learn how to:

The Black College Student's Academic & Job Search Guide, A 4-Year Roadmap For Success

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The Black College Student's Academic & Job Search Guide, A 4-Year Roadmap For Success

Manufacturer: Jan Cotton
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Spiral-bound
ASIN: 0977235807

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This easy-to-follow guide educates black college students about the campus resources available to assist them with a successful collegiate experience. It's reader-friendly and useful during each year of the student's undergraduate career. Students receive a checklist for each year, tips from employers, and helpful web resources. This handy guide is the perfect gift for the aspiring college student.

The Black Collegian's complete career planning and job search guide, 1994-95, part 1.: An article from: The Black Collegian

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The Black Collegian's complete career planning and job search guide, 1994-95, part 1.: An article from: The Black Collegian
Chris B. Bardwell
Manufacturer: iMinorities, Inc.
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Digital
ASIN: B00092XZQU
Release Date: 2005-07-28

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This digital document is an article from The Black Collegian, published by iMinorities, Inc. on October 1, 1994. The length of the article is 4634 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

From the supplier: The first installment of the two-part complete career planning and job search guide of the Black Collegian magazine for 1994-95 is presented. It is designed to teach collegians to position themselves for a competitive edge over other applicants as well as to chart their careers for the years ahead. It includes a primer on self-assessment, tips on how to write effective resumes and cover letters and pointers for campus and company interviews.

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Title: The Black Collegian's complete career planning and job search guide, 1994-95, part 1.
Author: Chris B. Bardwell
Publication: The Black Collegian (Magazine/Journal)
Date: October 1, 1994
Publisher: iMinorities, Inc.
Volume: v25 Issue: n1 Page: p40(7)

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Excelling at the on-site interview and accepting job offers. (The Black Collegian's Career Planning and Job Search Guide 1192-93, part 3): An article from: The Black Collegian

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Excelling at the on-site interview and accepting job offers. (The Black Collegian's Career Planning and Job Search Guide 1192-93, part 3): An article from: The Black Collegian
Chris B. Bardwell
Manufacturer: iMinorities, Inc.
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Binding: Digital

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This digital document is an article from The Black Collegian, published by iMinorities, Inc. on January 1, 1993. The length of the article is 5382 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

From the supplier: Strategies that will help students maximize their employment opportunities at their on-site interviews are presented. Understanding of the purpose and general conduct of these interviews is stressed and adequate preparation is necessary. Career development plans will need to be reevaluated at this stage and factors in the acceptance or rejection of job offers are given. Strategies regarding the actual interview are outlined and a procedure for the evaluation of the interviewee's performance is given

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Title: Excelling at the on-site interview and accepting job offers. (The Black Collegian's Career Planning and Job Search Guide 1192-93, part 3)
Author: Chris B. Bardwell
Publication: The Black Collegian (Magazine/Journal)
Date: January 1, 1993
Publisher: iMinorities, Inc.
Volume: v23 Issue: n3 Page: p119(8)

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How to use the Internet in Your Job Search.: An article from: The Black Collegian

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How to use the Internet in Your Job Search.: An article from: The Black Collegian
Scott Edwards
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Binding: Digital

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This digital document is an article from The Black Collegian, published by iMinorities, Inc. on October 1, 1998. The length of the article is 1809 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: How to use the Internet in Your Job Search.
Author: Scott Edwards
Publication: The Black Collegian (Magazine/Journal)
Date: October 1, 1998
Publisher: iMinorities, Inc.
Volume: 29 Issue: 1 Page: 60

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The job search: technology has changed the job search.: An article from: The Black Collegian

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The job search: technology has changed the job search.: An article from: The Black Collegian
Chris B. Bardwell
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Binding: Digital

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This digital document is an article from The Black Collegian, published by iMinorities, Inc. on October 1, 1996. The length of the article is 2709 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

From the supplier: Technological advancements have radically changed the nature of the job search. The phenomenal growth of information and communications technology has increased and made accessible sources of information on job opportunities. However, the job search components still basically involve self-assessment and career planning, career exploration and investigation, gaining career experiences, job search activities, getting a desired job and handling the transition from college to the working environment.

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Title: The job search: technology has changed the job search.
Author: Chris B. Bardwell
Publication: The Black Collegian (Magazine/Journal)
Date: October 1, 1996
Publisher: iMinorities, Inc.
Volume: v27 Issue: n1 Page: p39(6)

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A quarter century of career and job search advice.: An article from: The Black Collegian

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A quarter century of career and job search advice.: An article from: The Black Collegian

Manufacturer: iMinorities, Inc.
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Binding: Digital
ASIN: B00096K9AQ
Release Date: 2005-07-28

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This digital document is an article from The Black Collegian, published by iMinorities, Inc. on April 1, 1996. The length of the article is 2304 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

From the supplier: A survey of comments of prominent African-Americans published in the Black Collegian is presented. Gen. Colin Powell of the US Army reveals that preparation, sacrifice and loyalty are his formula for success. Maxima Corp. Pres. and CEO Joshua I. Smith stresses the value of aggressiveness and self-initiative in guaranteeing success in the working world. Chrysler Corp. Chmn. of the Board Lee Iacocca emphasizes the need to apply one's education, intellect and common sense in one's chosen area.

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Title: A quarter century of career and job search advice.
Publication: The Black Collegian (Magazine/Journal)
Date: April 1, 1996
Publisher: iMinorities, Inc.
Volume: v26 Issue: n3 Page: p90(5)

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Successful job-search strategies that really work.: An article from: The Black Collegian

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Successful job-search strategies that really work.: An article from: The Black Collegian
C.C. Campbell-Rock
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Binding: Digital

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This digital document is an article from The Black Collegian, published by iMinorities, Inc. on October 1, 1998. The length of the article is 1859 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

From the supplier: African-American graduates can increase their chances of getting lucrative job positions by starting the job search several months in advance. Graduates are encouraged to carry out research on their targeted companies. They are also advised to obtain career information and literature from career services departments and participate in recruitment information sessions. In addition, Afro-American students should make sure that their resumes are descriptive, and include internship and experience.

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Title: Successful job-search strategies that really work.
Author: C.C. Campbell-Rock
Publication: The Black Collegian (Magazine/Journal)
Date: October 1, 1998
Publisher: iMinorities, Inc.
Volume: 29 Issue: 1 Page: 44(4)

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Top African-American Executives Explore Career Paths. (2001 Career Planning & Job Search Guide).: An article from: The Black Collegian

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Top African-American Executives Explore Career Paths. (2001 Career Planning & Job Search Guide).: An article from: The Black Collegian
Chris Bardwell
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This digital document is an article from The Black Collegian, published by iMinorities, Inc. on October 1, 2001. The length of the article is 1845 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Top African-American Executives Explore Career Paths. (2001 Career Planning & Job Search Guide).
Author: Chris Bardwell
Publication: The Black Collegian (Magazine/Journal)
Date: October 1, 2001
Publisher: iMinorities, Inc.
Volume: 32 Issue: 1 Page: 32(3)

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Using newsgroups in your job search.: An article from: The Black Collegian

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Using newsgroups in your job search.: An article from: The Black Collegian
Jacinda R. Johnson
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This digital document is an article from The Black Collegian, published by iMinorities, Inc. on October 1, 1996. The length of the article is 1102 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

From the supplier: African-American collegians can improve their job search by using Usenet newsgroups, a popular segment of the Internet. Usenet newsgroups are maintained by educational institutions, corporations and persons who have agreed to share information. The eight major news categories of newsgroups are 'alt' for alternative subjects, ''rec' for recreational topics, hobbies and arts, 'sci' for scientific subjects, 'so,' for social issues, 'talk' for debates on controversial issues, 'misc' for topics that do not fall into a specific category and 'news' for general newsgroup information.

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Title: Using newsgroups in your job search.
Author: Jacinda R. Johnson
Publication: The Black Collegian (Magazine/Journal)
Date: October 1, 1996
Publisher: iMinorities, Inc.
Volume: v27 Issue: n1 Page: p42(2)

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Year 2000 Personal Protection Guide : How to protect your assets, identity and credit from the upcoming "Millennium Bug" computer crisis
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A Y2K eye-opener for everyone.

Repetitive record-keeping recommendations

An excellent guide to protecting yourself against Y2K crisis

Year 2000 Personal Protection Guide : How to protect your assets, identity and credit from the upcoming "Millennium Bug" computer crisis
J. R. Morris
Manufacturer: Sterlingmoor Pub Co
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0966398866

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Straightforward guide telling individuals what practical steps they should take to prepare for Year 2000 problems. Neither a doomsday prediction nor a candy-coated view, this book guides you through a reasonable and cost-effective series of steps to protect records, assets, credit rating, and identity from expected computer errors. Includes checklists of potential problems from the companies with whom you deal, and contingency planning checklist. Includes suggested letters to write to suppliers and others. Other sources tell you to obtain hard-copies of records - this book tells you what to do with those records: how to determine in advance if prone to problems, and how to recognize problem potentials before other people see them. Numerous "insider" hints to protect from whatever level problems ensue from the upcoming Year 2000 issue.

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A Y2K eye-opener for everyone........1999-05-01

Individually we can't solve the world's Y2K problem but if everyone were to take the necessary actions for their immediate surroundings then major problems could be resolved quickly and efficiently if and when they do come up. By reading everything and anything about the Y2K problem helps the lone individual from being caught off guard. Many individuals are in a state of denial and won't know what to do even when a minute crises appears that could have been averted with minimal preparations ahead of time. This book is very informative while raising your level of conscientiousness without causing panic. It walks you through the history of the Y2K problem while giving tips on how to organize files and receipts. Included are form letters with a list of potential computer problem companies requiring them to respond to your request of what actions they are taking for the Y2K problem. Finally, concise, attainable lists of essential items in checklist form to have on hand is also comprised and included in the book. I highly recommend this book. It's written in simple terms while getting the point across. Don't leave any chip unturned.

Repetitive record-keeping recommendations.......1999-02-06

The author's main suggestion in this book is his concept of "document and proof." If you already keep your bank statements, cancelled checks, and copies of your tax returns, you don't need this book. Other suggestions include sending form letters to business and government agencies asking them what they are doing for Y2k and sending all Y2k and finacial correspondence certified mail-return receipt.

An excellent guide to protecting yourself against Y2K crisis.......1998-06-20

The true value of this book is helping you reduce the impact of the Y2K computer-based errors on your life, assets, and sanity. How? By using that old Scout motto: Be prepared.

And just what strategy is suggested to accomplish this? Be able to prove that you really do exist, have property and other assets, own a bank account, or otherwise have things. And you need to be able to re-establish whatever relationships you have with organizations, companies, schools, or govermental agencies. Documentation and proof, the author calls this.

What specific steps and procedures should you use to protect yourself:

* Set your priorities regarding your protection strategy actions for specific organizations.

* Start early and keep up with the Y2K news.

* Use certified mail and return receipt services as an integral part of document and prove.

* Retain exact copies of all correspondence you send and originals of all received correspondence.

* Maintain your information in a specific location -- file it away.

* Create a diary of your activities, making notes about what you are doing and when, including any verbal and written communications.

* Create a calendar of what should happen and when, as a tickler to keep you ahead of the problems.

* Assign a level of importance to everyone with whom you've had or will have dealings.

* Develop a specific plan of what you will do -- and communicate this with your family.

Morris then goes on to discuss specific things to do with the IRS, Social Security, governmental records, passports, identification cards, military records, memberships, employment records, banks, credit cards and debit cards, stock brokers and fund managers, mortgage companies, taxing authorities, legal records, health care, insurance companies, credit reporting agencies, schools and universities, automobiles, pets, personal computers, utilities, and more.

The author says that problems will occur due to Y2K errors. How many and to what extent? No one knows. But it's ! better to be prepared than to react.

The Elegant Wedding and the Budget-Savvy Bride: How to Have the Wedding of Your Dreams for Half the Price
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Some good ideas, but a bad attitude

The Wedding of Your Dreams on a Shoestring Budget

Waste of $20

Terrific ideas... great planning solutions!

An outstanding, must-have book for any engaged couple!

The Elegant Wedding and the Budget-Savvy Bride: How to Have the Wedding of Your Dreams for Half the Price
Deborah McCoy
Manufacturer: Plume
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In this invaluable book, author Deborah McCoy shares her expertise as a wedding consultant by providing advice, common sense tips, and inventive solutions to save expectant brides from the industry's pressure to spend more money than their budgets will permit. The Elegant Wedding And The Budget-Savvy Bride will guide brides-to-be through each stage of planning a wedding, including choosing the wedding dress, bridesmaid dresses, rings, flowers, invitations, wedding cake, reception site, honeymoon, and so much more. With her soothing, professional, and humorous tone, Deborah McCoy provides positive counsel on creating a beautiful wedding without going into debt.

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Some good ideas, but a bad attitude.......2004-02-20

Deborah McCoy plays the role of the M-I-L from hell, whose advice you might appreciate, but whose snarky tone just sets your teeth on edge. You can practically hear her telling a bride, "Oh, dear, you DID plan on loosing some of that weight, didn't you?" Some of her tips on cutting costs without sacrificing quality were very helpful, but she just can't rein in the judgmental attitude that says, "Any bride who doesn't do it MY WAY is a horrible horrible person whose friends will all hate her." McCoy toots her own horn as a wedding planner over and over again, giving us at least one story per chapter about how she single-handedly saved some poor clueless bride's wedding day. Her tips would have been much more helpful if she were less rigid in her (often contradictory, often old-fashioned) etiquette and "elegance" rules. Her views on what is mandatory and what is unnecessary are completely out of touch with what most brides want, but she sets them down as absolutes that should not under any circumstances be deviated from. (For instance: Videographer, mandatory; limo, unnecessary. Hello???)
That said, she does offer some good tips, for instance recipes and instructions on making your own wedding cake and a great chapter on selecting engagement rings. If you can get this book from your library, you might glean some good ideas from it, but I would never recommend that you rely exclusively on this book when planning your wedding.

The Wedding of Your Dreams on a Shoestring Budget.......2000-08-10

The author gives great advice on cutting the bills and keeping the frills. For example, our wedding looks like it cost the average $20,000+, but it is only costing 7,000 or less. The book is extremely detailed and gives step by step instructions and ideas on the wedding from start to finish. I really got a lot of use out of the wedding checklists, the recipes, and the suggested vendor list. I've read it cover to cover a few times and have found this resource to be *Extremely Helpful*. I've only bought one wedding planner book - THIS ONE! :)

Waste of $20.......2000-07-03

In my opinion, this book was very unuseful.I found it to be a waste of $20. In the first few pages the author states..."A wedding is not a time to have it your way." She also feels that having portraits of the bride and groom or running videos of their love story in the reception "..is vulgar. A wedding is not supposed to convey a message to the guests that says, "I'm Queen For A Day," or "Look At Me!" Personally, I found this to be insulting. Of course the wedding day is supposed to be the bride and grooms' day to shine and to hare that day with the ones you love. In my opinion, you can find friendly and realistic advise in "Bridal Bargains" by Denise and Alan Fields or "How to Have a Big Wedding on a Small Budget" by Diane Warner. These books realize how important this day is to the couple and also present useful information on how to make it your day without the wasted money.

Terrific ideas... great planning solutions!.......1999-08-30

This book is a must read for brides like myself who want to have a truly elegant wedding but do not have a large budget. When I began to plan my wedding, I was discouraged by the high prices from vendors. I needed to know how to save money without compromising quality. Deb McCoy taught me how to do this! My wedding was beautiful and it did not cost a fortune... Thank you Deb!

An outstanding, must-have book for any engaged couple!.......1999-07-16

As a bride with a very limited budget I read this book from cover to cover and marked almost every page as having information I'd need along the way. Although some of it did not apply to me at all, the tips and suggestions given certainly inspired me to "get creative" with how things should be done. Thanks to this book I feel like my wedding will be the one I've always wanted, without breaking the bank! Thank you, Ms. McCoy, for showing that elegant does not have to mean $$$$.

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