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Do you find yourself struggling to remember phone numbers and car registration? Do you find your concentration wandering after a few minutes during meetings? If so, you may need to train your brain! This guide's informative introduction explains how cognitive functions such as attention, memory, language, and visual and spatial awareness can be simply and quickly stimulated, increasing the flow of blood to the brain and boosting the supply of oxygen. With a series of mind-stretching challenges ranging from mathematical sums to comprehension exams, as well as all the lifestyle and diet tips you need, this is an ideal aid for daily living. Gareth Moore's other books include Kids' 10-Minute Brain Workout and The Book of Kakuro.
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10-Minute Crosswords
Martin Ashwood-Smith
Manufacturer: Sterling
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ASIN: 1402713851 |
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Casual solvers will love this collection of 72 intriguing crosswords, because it offers them something unique and totally original: a new, brilliantly conceived mix of the challenging and the attainable. What makes the puzzles a little harder than usual? They have what's called a "wide open" style, which means the grids contain very few black squares and the answers tend to be long. As a rule, such puzzles delight only crossword mavens, because the clues can be extremely difficult--as in the Friday examples from the New York Times or Los Angeles Times. But these puzzles break the mold with reader-friendly clues that allow even non-experts to complete an interesting crossword while having fun along the way. There's nothing else like it.
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- Great premise, poor execution
- It was just plain to difficult.
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The 10-Minute Detective: 25 Scene-of-the-Crime Mystery Puzzles You Can Solve Yourself
Christopher Golden
Manufacturer: Prima Lifestyles
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ASIN: 0761507000
Release Date: 1997-09-03 |
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They call me Case. Justin Case, detective for the Metro P.D. You see a lot of nutty things in this crazy business. I mean, who would guess that a fortune in Chinese artifacts would just disappear from the Metro Museum? Or that someone would lace a supermodel's lipstick with deadly poison? And then there's that Rayzor Sharpe. I put the clueless little punk away for life, but then he breaks out. Now he's on th eloose and hungry for revenge, and I'm Numero Uno on his menu.
I don't like to brag, but I haven't seen a crime that I couldn't solve. How about you? Let's see if you can crack these cases from my files. I've enven provided some of the crime-scene sketches to help you out. But watch your back! You never know when Rayzor Sharpe will turn up next—like maybe the next time you turn the page.
About the Author
Christopher Golden is the author of several science fiction, fantasy, and horror novels, including the bestselling trilogy X-Men: Mutant Empire. He is the regular writer for th epopular comic book series Shi and has also written for other comics. He recently launched his own horror/action comics line, The Terrorist Saga.
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Great premise, poor execution.......2002-02-18
This book sounds fascinating, but be sure to try one or two before purchasing it. The mysteries often require such things as "it wasn't suspect 2 because she sounded sincere." Well how is the reader to know this?
A few of them were more straighforward and solvable, but for the most part at-home sleuths will find themselves wishing the author had been the victim in at least one of the murders.
It was just plain to difficult........1999-03-24
The cases were impossible to solve even when all the clues were read. The twists and turns were hard to follow. An example of this is in one case you were supposed to know that the criminal was hiding in the bathroom, with no clues that lead in that direction. DO NOT PAY 12.00 FOR THIS BOOK.
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Frank Scoblete, casino gaming best selling author, show you how to master most casino games with very simple strategies that can cut the house edge dramatically.
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A Delight to Read.......2004-02-18
This book has great strategies. It also has some of the greatest inside stories of all time.
A Fun-Filled Book of Great Stories and Strategies.......2004-01-07
Frank Scoblete's new book is just so much fun to read! He has compiled the greatest record wins and losses of the great gambelrs and told their stories with great humor. There are excellent strategies in the book and all of them can be learned like the title says in 10 minutes or less. I loved his history of casino gambling too. This is a must-read gambling book.
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10-Minute Card Games
William Moss
Manufacturer: Sterling
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ASIN: 0806938471 |
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Only have a few minutes? Here are more than 100 great games you can play, and every one is guaranteed to be fast and fun. All the rules, strategies, and winning tricks are here for a number of basic games like Rummy, Whist, Poker, Euchre, and Hearts, and their many variations. There are more than 20 solitaire games, and a variety of games for children and the young at heart. All rules are fully explained with plenty of illustrations to make them very easy to follow. Those players looking for longer games will find scoring procedures to extend the play of certain games.
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- it worked 4 me
- Interesting, but flawed idea
- Absolutely Amazing!
- It's not perfect but it moare than paid for itself
- It really works!
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10 Minute Win
The Gambling Geek
Manufacturer: Intellect (UK)
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ASIN: 0972976108 |
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A how to guide showing the differences between online gaming and land-based casinos and how to effectively use these differences to your winning advantage.
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it worked 4 me.......2003-08-07
I found that when I played by the "rules" in the book I won about 60% of the time which is better than I usually do. I think the book is fun, and very informational for a novice on how to get started online, handle your banking and things. The discussion forum linked to their website was very helpful. It looks like they are improving the strategy people give feedback. I think real gamblers will not be happy with this book because it takes most of the gamble out of the equation. Makes it a bit boring - but it made me money.
Interesting, but flawed idea.......2003-07-12
The main argument of the author is that online casinos are different from land ones, so you need to adopt a different strategy in order to have a chance of winning. So this book describes a specific approach with the aim of accomplishing this. It's a interesting idea, but, ultimately, it doesn't work. The problem is that the 'systems' in this book are nothing more than very basic progressions; there is nothing really clever or innovative here. Another thing is that, according to the author, his approach only works on two types of casino software - the others are apparently 'unbeatable' because they cheat. All this is very unsatisfactory. Anyway, I tried the system and didn't do well except on baccarat; blackjack was a huge disappointment and craps very slow going. The next book in this series will be on poker - hopefully it will be a lot more effective than this one.
Absolutely Amazing!.......2003-05-25
An amazing book of mathematical detective work, with bottom line results any one can use to win.
It's not perfect but it moare than paid for itself.......2003-05-15
I heard the Gambling Geek on a Memphis radio show. I ordered the book and I find that it works pretty darn well. I don't always win but I have been seeing small wins just about everyday. It's not gambling as you know it - the book keeps saying that the online games are different and I think they have it right. I've played for the 10 minutes or less (mostly blackjack) and I have won on ten out of the last twelve days. I hope they come up with a way on the [website] of helping the readers select the fairest online casinos and keeping us updated on whats going on with the different software. All in all, I'm a happy camper. I'd give it 5 stars because it paid for itself in a couple of days.
It really works!.......2003-05-15
I tried the system to online gaming that this book is about and it works. I didn't make a million dollars but I've made money at each casino that I have signed on with so far. Each day I have been able to log on and make a few bucks. Add those up across several casinos and I have a pretty decent daily intake. Thanks Gambling Geek.
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Frank Scoblere, casino gaming's best selling author, shows you how to master most casino games with very simple strategies that can cut the house edge dramatically.
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This handy guide is the perfect introduction to the core aspects of performance measurement. With clear descriptions of the various types of performance measurements, you'll be able to connect the right type of measurement to the right output-whether the purpose is to diagnose a problem or to indicate performance towards a goal.
The book contains brief examples of all the types of performance measures. It also explains how to create effective performance measures. The Basics of Performance Measurement gives you a five-step method for developing a performance measurement system that includes selecting performance measurement families and hierarchies tailored to different levels within the organization.
A special feature of this book is a section on performance measurement displays to encourage the active use of measurements.
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Small Book -- Good Content.......2007-05-29
I was disappointed when I saw the book. It's much smaller and thinner than I expected. The content is good, but it's not extensive. It's easy to read and a good reference book, but it wasn't what I was looking for.
An Excellent Performance Measurement Primer.......2006-09-15
In this quick and easy to read booklet, Jerry L. Harbour manages to provide sufficient information to get you started in the development of a performance measurement system. Of particular interest is the notion of measurement hierarchies which ensures that higher ups can keep a tab on the business without getting swamped in detail.
Good Introduction to Performance Management.......2006-08-06
"The Basics of Performance Measurement" is a scholarly book that explains and presents in a readable and easily understandable manner the basic concepts that underpin performance measurement. The author methodically explains and describes the various types of performance measurement.
The author reinforces his explanations with clear examples about various types of performance measures. The book helped me to create performance measures for my department which make performance appraisals of subordinates easy and fair.
The reader will learn the five-step method of developing a balanced performance measurement system. Even those with no prior background to performance measurement systems will find it easy to follow and come up with performance measures for their departments or sections.
Weak Content.......2003-08-06
Unlike other reviews, I am disappointed with this book which I bought based on the hype of other reviewers! ... And the writing style is cheesy, spouting-off some loosely defined quality terms in attempt to add some technical merit to subject matter. Having read the book (forced myself to stay the course), I can honestly say I took-away nothing of value.
Skip the book. ...
The Basics of Performance Measurement.......2001-05-09
This book serves as the perfect introduction to the core aspects of performance measurement. In clear and in simple english it describes various types of performance measurements providing you the ground floor understanding of how get from point A to point B. The book contains examples of many types of performance measurements and charts. It also explains how to create effective performance measures. The five-step method for developing a performance measurement system is very helpful as a starting point for organizations implementing new beginnings.
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Most organizations spend less than 1% of their training budgets on measurement and evaluation, and this figure only covers post-program analysis. Yet to truly maximize the benefits of ROI, training and performance improvement programs should be measured throughout the planning and development process.
But before jumping on the ROI "bandwagon," you should first determine whether your organization is a candidate for ROI and also how to overcome the various barriers to ROI implementation. In The Bottomline on ROI, Patricia Phillips addresses these critical issues and more.
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An Excellent Primer on ROI.......2002-12-19
"The Bottomline on ROI" written by Patricia Phillips explains the principles of the Return on Investment (ROI) process clearly and succinctly and points out the most imporant aspects of implementing the process in order that it be successful. It is an important addition to the field of measurement and evaluation because it provides the benefit of Phillips's extensive experience in the field of measuring training and performance improvement but at the same time does not intimidate the new practitioner. Although my library is filled with books on evaluation, I keep this one in my hip pocket.
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Using a consistent format the text is a comprehensive manual of labs that show the effects of exercise, physical conditioning, and training, and practical applications to physical health and performance in physical activity. It promotes accepted practices for administering field and laboratory tests of exercise physiology and fitness and is designed to show common principles of exercise physiology. The labs show the acute and chronic effects of exercise. The author takes care to not use expensive equipment.
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The best and most comprehensive hands-on material available.......1998-08-19
This lab manual is the best I have seen. Both experienced and novice practitioners will find this book a valuable resource. Field and clinical tests are presented for each component of exercise physiology: aerobic, anaerobic, pulmonary, cardiovacular, body composition, etc. Each chapter begins with enough theoretical background to fully understand the physiological responses. The methods are detailed enough for the novice to follow, but advanced enough for the experienced technician to gain insights. The results and discussion sections provide excellent insights as well as tables of comparative and interpretive data. It is one of my most used shelf and lab references.
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- Keys to understanding ERP
- Usefull and meaningfull book for MRPII practitioners
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Handbook of Material and Capacity Requirements Planning
Howard W. Oden ,
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Production and Inventory Management
ASIN: 0070479097 |
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This step-by-step handbook gives production and inventory managers the tools they need to choose and implement an optimal materials and capacity requirements planning (MCRP) system that helps reduce costs, increase sales, and improve their firm's competitive position. At the same time, it fully prepares readers to pass the materials and capacity requirements certification exam given by the American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS). After discussing the basics of inventory and capacity control, MCRP, and bills of material, it focuses on advanced techniques and practices, including the information systems aspects of MCRP, and how MCRP interfaces with organizational functions, including customer service, communications, inventory levels, and vendor negotiations.
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Keys to understanding ERP.......2002-07-14
Although this book is focused on material and capacity requirements planning from an MRP perspective, the information directly translates into ERP, making this book essential reading for anyone, business- or technically-oriented, in ERP. The reason is the techniques, issues and factors that this book covers are the same for either environment.
First, this book thoroughly describes materials management, workflow and production capacity, and does so in a clear manner. I especially appreciate the fact that the authors take pains to define and explain every term and concept that they introduce. This is a refreshing change from many book in which assumptions about the reader's knowledge is made, which often leads to frustration or misunderstanding. It also removes any ambiguity and ensures that terms that can have multiple meaning are placed into their proper context.
Second, some of the material is out of date. For example the cited limitations of MRP software applications that existed when this book was written in 1993 have long since been rectified in the newer ERP packages from SAP, Baan and J.D. Edwards. However, even in the obviously out-of-date sections of this book are hidden gems, such as the Class ABCD System that was first developed by Oliver Wright as a means of classifying the maturity of MRP implementations based on answers to a 35 question checklist. This checklist can be applied with virtually no modification to ERP systems. Other gems include the way the authors distill major concepts into their salient points, such as TQM, and show how they relate to MRP, again, the same comparisons can be applied to ERP.
The best thing about this book, however, is the detailed treatment of inventory control, materials requirements management, capacity planning and workflow - all of which are as integral to ERP as they are to the older MRP systems that this book describes. As you read this book you will gain an intimate knowledge of how everything works and fits together instead of a high-level conceptual understanding. That, in my opinion, is the best reason to get this book and thoroughly read it. In addition to this book I also recommend "Manufacturing Data Structures: Building Foundations for Excellence With Bills of Materials and Process Information" by Jerry Clement, John Sari and Andy Coldrick. That book adds the information systems perspective that is based on modern ERP systems and seamlessly augments the material in this book.
Usefull and meaningfull book for MRPII practitioners.......2001-01-15
It provides elementary and important knowledge to those who are interested in implementation of MRPII/ ERP on factories
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Evaluation of staff and procedures is now a regular part of organisational efficiency, yet few people are given any training or guidance in how to set about it. This book provides this guidance, giving a step-by-step guide to designing evaluations. Questions of costs, benefits, types of methods and ethics are all discussed. The book also equips the reader with the skills to assess evaluations provided by outsiders.
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Back to basics: Mastering investment performance measurement.: An article from: Journal of Property Management
Bodie J. Beard
Manufacturer: Institute of Real Estate Management
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This digital document is an article from Journal of Property Management, published by Institute of Real Estate Management on March 1, 2002. The length of the article is 2935 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: Back to basics: Mastering investment performance measurement.
Author: Bodie J. Beard
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Journal of Property Management (Refereed)
Date: March 1, 2002
Publisher: Institute of Real Estate Management
Volume: 67
Issue: 2
Page: 50(6)
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