Business, Careers, & Money Books

Get the 411 on real estate investment trusts (REITs) and how they might fit into your portfolio Are you looking for exciting — but responsible — new investment opportunities that go beyond simple stocks and bonds? In REITs For Dummies, celebrated investing lecturer and author Brad Thomas delivers an easy-to-understand guide to getting started with real estate investment trusts — also known as “REITs.” These flexible and lucrative investment tools package together individual properties so you can invest in land and buildings without the hassle of being a landlord. In the book, you’ll get a straightforward tour of REIT property sectors and the different ways you can invest in REITs. You’ll also find: Strategies for selecting the best REITs for you and your family Ways to navigate the sector and generate durable income that helps you sleep well at night Options for those who want to go beyond the United States and investigate international REIT products. You already know about the basics of stock and bond investing. Now it’s time to learn about some of the other interesting financial products available to the responsible investor. In REITs For Dummies, you’ll get the jargon-free and easy-to-follow guidance you need to wrap your head around this exciting opportunity.

Learn to influence audiences with storyopia: Stories that take them on a journey from what is to what could be: Storytelling in Presentations For Dummies shows you how to develop and deliver a presentation through storytelling, keeping audience interested, and most importantly, making them heroes that take action towards change. You’ll learn how to cull stories from your own experiences, and before you know it, you’ll have more stories than Aesop has fables. You’ll learn about the latest presentation software, so you can integrate visuals into your presentations and avoid the dreaded “Death by PowerPoint.” You’ll also learn how to deal with challenging on-the-spot situations, deliver investor pitches and executive briefs, and present a paper at a conference. Additionally, find out how to deliver someone else’s content and make it your own. This book will help you level up anywhere you need to present information by mastering the art of savvy presentations — the most effective business communications tools of our time. With Storytelling in Presentations For Dummies: Identify experiences that can be molded into stories that drive change. Prepare powerful openings to hook your audience right away whether delivering in person, online, or hybrid Have your audience get the most from your presentation with an effective call to action Prepare a storyboard, which is like a frame-by-frame roadmap, that will mesh together what you’ll show and what you’ll tell Leverage software like Canva, Prezi, and Storyboarder to tie your presentation together Enjoy the colorful 8-page mini-booklet, “Storytelling to Storyboarding” This Dummies guide is perfect for any professional who needs to present, and at some time all professionals do. It’s also for entrepreneurs who want to build community and grow their business, in addition to students who want to wow teachers and classmates.

Written by a team of business and finance experts, Starting & Running a Business All-In-One For Dummies is a complete guide to every aspect of setting up and growing a successful business. Featuring straight-talking advice on everything from business planning and marketing, managing staff and dealing with legal issues, to bookkeeping and taking care of tax obligations, this book is your one-stop guide to turning your business plans into profit. This amazing all-in-one guide brings together specialists in finance, bookkeeping,planning, marketing and sales, staffing, taxation and more, all of them eager to share their hard-won expertise with you. Discusses ways to identify new business opportunities and how to put together a business plan Get the scoop on securing the financing you need to get started Includes tips on finding, managing, and retaining excellent staff Offers information on marketing and selling your products or services

Unlock the mysteries of cryptocurrency investing Investing In Cryptocurrency For Dummies gives you detailed information and the expert advice you need to successfully add cryptocurrency to your investment portfolio. If you’re interested in making money in the unregulated cryptocurrency markets, this is the guide for you. You’ll learn how to buy and sell digital currencies, profiting from price fluctuations regardless of the market environment. You’ll also gain the knowledge you need to make smart long-term investments in crypto. Real-world examples show you how to maximize your profit potential and avoid common pitfalls. Figure out what cryptocurrency is and learn the ins and outs of the crypto market Learn how to buy and sell digital currencies Understand cryptocurrency wallets and why you need one Make smart trades for the long and medium term Incorporate cryptocurrency into a broader strategy for a diversified portfolio Investing In Cryptocurrency For Dummies is a great resource, whether you’re a curious newbie who has countless crypto questions or an experienced investor who wants to expand their crypto strategy.

Yes, you can make money in the stock market—this guide shows you how Investing in Stocks For Dummies gives you a straightforward introduction to stock investing. You’ll learn the basics of buying and selling stocks, including how to research stocks and the factors that influence their performance. Even in an uncertain and challenging marketplace, you can profit by making smart financial decisions and investing wisely. This book explains how to calculate net worth, deal with tax laws, and do all the things that will make you a successful investor. This Dummies guide is packed with clear instructions and solid advice so you can start investing with confidence. Learn how to choose the best stocks for your goals and create a diverse portfolio Understand the risks involved in stock investing and choose a strategy that works Navigate the market’s ups and downs with time-tested techniques Plan for your financial future and invest according to your timelineThe expert info in this book will start you off on the right foot as you begin your journey down Wall Street.

Your one-stop guide to implement Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) effectively In business, OKRs—that’s short for Objectives and Key Results—are the gold standard for communicating and delivering on what you want to accomplish and how you’ll get there. OKRs For Dummies provides you with step-by-step guidance for following in the footsteps of some of the world’s leading organizations. Drive focus on what matters most, align and engage teams, and generally maximize the benefits OKRs have to offer, thanks to this easy-to-use guide. You’ll learn how to roll out an OKR system that closes the gap between strategy and execution, and helps people at every level organize their daily decisions around shared and important goals. It’s time to get strategic with OKRs. Understand the OKR methodology and determine the benefits for your organization Learn how to craft sound OKRs for every level and department of your business Discover best practices and common pitfalls to ensure success when applying OKRs Focus on the three aspects of the OKRs process: Adoption, Engagement, and AlignmentBusiness owners, team leaders, C-suite executives, and coaches will love this friendly how-to manual for joining the OKR movement.

Get smart and start saving—without sacrificing the things you love With high prices for everything from food to gas, how can you make ends meet—and still have enough for the things you love? 500 Great Ways to Save For Dummies is packed with creative ideas for cutting costs in small and big ways, in dozens of categories, ranging from groceries and healthcare to education, travel, and major purchases. This fun book helps you get into a saving mindset, know where your money goes, and whittle down debt. These quick tips are so easy you can start saving today! Reduce everyday costs of groceries, restaurant meals, gas, utilities, home maintenance, healthcare, and insurance Save money on fitness, pet care, entertainment, and all your hobbies Cut costs on big-ticket items including vacations, cars, and appliances Find free stuff, special discounts, and money-saving apps This is the only book you need to save money throughout the year!

Learn the ins-and-outs of managing, funding, and handling the accounting for a nonprofit Nonprofits are not like other businesses. They’re special. It doesn’t matter if you’re launching a career as part of a multi-million dollar organization or a volunteer running your local little league, you’ll need special know-how to navigate the accounting practices and funding needs of a not-for-profit. Nonprofit Management All-in-One For Dummies is your guide for know-how on making a nonprofit organization operate properly. This beginner-friendly reference helps replace your shelf of nonprofit how-to books with a single reference to answer your questions on how to manage a mission-focused organization, build budgets, and raise funds while staying within the confines of the laws governing nonprofits. You'll also find advice on valuable skills like marketing that benefit your organization. Learn how to run a nonprofit organization Find funding for your organization and stay tax compliant Get a grasp on nonprofit accounting principles Market your organization and fulfill your missionThis 5-books-in-1 Dummies guide is excellent for volunteers who step up to run a nonprofit that’s near and dear to their hearts or would-be professional non-profit managers who need advice on how to manage and grow an organization.

Save lives, earn money, stay in shape, and have fun as a lifeguard Lifeguarding For Dummies will give you insight into what it takes to be a lifeguard, and how to train and prepare to be a lifesaver. Lifeguarding is a fun, challenging, and rewarding job that gives you the unique ability to provide your community with a safe place to swim. It also requires quick decision-making and provides you with valuable lifelong skills, such as CPR and first aid, leadership, strong communication, and teamwork. This book walks you through the process of training, preparing for certification, and finding a job as a lifeguard. Good lifeguards are in high demand right now—check out this great job with the help of Dummies. Learn about the essential skills that are needed to become a lifeguard Decide whether lifeguarding is the right job for you Understand the basic types of lifeguarding jobs and how to get certified Try fun swimming workouts to get you prepared for lifeguarding testsThis fun book is perfect for anyone who wants to explore the possibility of becoming a lifeguard, gain some basic knowledge and prep for tests, and learn about the lifestyle of the lifeguarding community.

Build a budget that puts you on solid financial footing Ask any financially successful person how they achieved their goals, and chances are they’ll tell you it all started with a budget. And that’s exactly where you should start. Budgeting For Dummies shows you how to create a plan that fits your lifestyle, manages everyday needs, and builds your savings. Author Athena Valentine, founder of the Money Smart Latina blog, offers step-by-step details for creating and following a budget without feeling like you’re depriving yourself and your family of all the things that make life worth living. This book shows you how to figure out where your money comes from and where it goes so you can live the life you want and work toward your financial goals. Find out how to establish an emergency fund, eliminate debt, improve your credit score, and stick to your budget through economic ups and downs. Discover budgeting methods that work so you can live within your means Create a budget for your unique situation to get a handle on your income and expenses Deal with common budgeting challenges without taking on more debt Increase your credit score and save toward a major purchaseYou don’t need to make six figures to achieve your financial goals. Valentine, who also writes for Slate.com, knows the struggle of trying to make ends meet and is enthusiastic about sharing her knowledge with anyone who wants to improve their financial literacy. If you’re not sure where to start when it comes to managing your money, you can depend on Valentine’s tried-and-true advice in Budgeting For Dummies to set you on the right path.