In our materialistic, time-crunched society, lifestyles are compromised by disorganization and clutter. In a 2008 National Association of Professional Organizers survey, 65 percent of respondents noted that their household was at least moderately disorganized, 71 percent said their quality of life would improve if they were better organized, and 96 percent of respondents indicated that they could save time every day by becoming more organized. A survey by IKEA reported that only 11 percent of Americans know where their Social Security cards are. Unfortunately, the problem has gotten so out of hand for so many, they have no idea where to begin. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Getting Organized, Fast Track, finds readers where they are and helps them take the first steps toward a more organized and efficient life. In this book readers get: - The principles behind effective organizing that can be applied to any situation in the home or office. - A plan for clearing paper clutter and putting important documents where they can be found. - Commonsense thoughts on prioritizing and letting go of objects that are no longer useful. - A system for categorizing possessions that does not require people to buy more stuff to organize the stuff they already have. - Tips for tackling disorganization hot spots, including home offices or dens, kitchens, closets, master bedrooms, garages, attics, and basement areas. - Advice for staying ahead of messy family members or coworkers who can undo a person's hard work in an instant.

Turn organzing your space into your next great project with this comprehensive guide! In our materialistic, time-crunched society, lifestyles are compromised by disorganization and clutter. In a 2008 National Association of Professional Organizers survey, 65 percent of respondents noted that their household was at least moderately disorganized, 71 percent said their quality of life would improve if they were better organized, and 96 percent of respondents indicated that they could save time every day by becoming more organized. A survey by IKEA reported that only 11 percent of Americans know where their Social Security cards are. Unfortunately, the problem has gotten so out of hand for so many, they have no idea where to begin. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Getting Organized Fast-Track, finds readers where they are and helps them take the first steps toward a more organized and efficient life. In this book readers get: • The principles behind effective organizing that can be applied to any situation in the home or office. • A plan for clearing paper clutter and putting important documents where they can be found. • Commonsense thoughts on prioritizing and letting go of objects that are no longer useful. • A system for categorizing possessions that does not require people to buy more stuff to organize the stuff they already have. • Tips for tackling disorganization hot spots, including home offices or dens, kitchens, closets, master bedrooms, garages, attics, and basement areas. • Advice for staying ahead of messy family members or coworkers who can undo a person's hard work in an instant.

Technology is changing society faster than anyone could have imagined even a few short years ago. People share intimate details to hundreds of acquaintances online, yet they are stumped when it comes to writing a simple thank-you note. They talk, text, and surf on their phones constantly but seem oblivious to the needs of the people who are right in front of them. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Modern Manners, Fast Track, helps people navigate the uncertain waters of modern social behavior and gives them tips for overcoming the most common miserable moments they're likely to encounter. In it, readers learn how to: Make a good first impression in person, over the phone, in print, and online. Practice good table manners in a world of buffets, informal meals, and a proliferation of restricted diets. Get along with neighbors and their pets, kids, habits, and hobbies. Maintain harmony in the office despite the more casual nature of the workplace. Master the social possibilities of online networking, texting, and smartphones while avoiding embarrassing faux pas. Whip out the old-fashioned pen for written correspondence that makes an impact. Communicate comfortably in person, including small talk, defusing tense situations, and avoiding subjects that are still too uncomfortable for polite conversation. Navigate the difficult situations that arise when traveling and out on the town. Maintain genuine respect for others' differences and disabilities. Be the model of manners at celebrations of life's milestone moments, including weddings and births. Get the right answer to all gift quandaries People are busy and no longer have the time or inclination to comb through Emily Post. This quick book helps readers get the answers they need so they can get on with life.

When stuff rules a person's life, it's Georgene Lockwood to the rescue. Her revised handbook shows how to organize paperwork, food, clothing, and shelter systems and how to win the money wars.

Parliamentary procedure, as outlined in that famous reference Robert's Rules of Order as well as several other procedural rulebooks, is the system that keeps public meetings moving along while allowing everyone to have their fair input. Unfortunately, Robert's is a complex and intimidating reference that new and casual meeting leaders and participants can find overwhelming. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Parliamentary Procedure Fast Track lets readers bypass the arcane language, sort out the complicated system of motions, and get to what they really want to do: preside over and participate in smoothly-run meetings. In this slim volume, readers get: - A quick guide to the different sets of parliamentary procedure and which is most appropriate for the organization - Advice on setting and managing an agenda - The essence of what readers need to know about the most common types of motions - Rules for debates and voting - Forming and working on effective committees - Troubleshooting for meetings gone awry - Quick guidance for writing and submitting minutes

The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Losing 20 Pounds in 2 Months Fast-Track provides meal plans and exercises designed to take off 20 pounds in 2 months or 10 pounds in 1 month. It is a short, simple, step-by-step diet with meal plans and packed with useful tips to make it easy and healthy. Written by a gym owner and trainer, The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Losing 20 Pounds in 2 Months Fast-Track offers everything you need to lose weight fast.

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Parliamentary procedure, as outlined in that famous reference Robert's Rules of Order as well as several other procedural rulebooks, is the system that keeps public meetings moving along while allowing everyone to have their fair input. Unfortunately, Robert's is a complex and intimidating reference that new and casual meeting leaders and participants can find overwhelming. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Parliamentary Procedure Fast Track lets readers bypass the arcane language, sort out the complicated system of motions, and get to what they really want to do: preside over and participate in smoothly-run meetings. In this slim volume, readers get: - A quick guide to the different sets of parliamentary procedure and which is most appropriate for the organization - Advice on setting and managing an agenda - The essence of what readers need to know about the most common types of motions - Rules for debates and voting - Forming and working on effective committees - Troubleshooting for meetings gone awry - Quick guidance for writing and submitting minutes The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Parliamentary Procedure Fast Track includes the changes from the September 2011 revision of Robert's Rules of Order.

Because this next one is the century you get it all together. You'll stop writing messages on envelopes that get thrown away, untie the string from your finger, and never again remind yourself to make a mental note. Is it idiotic to want to get organized? Please! And you need not be a brainiac to see that The Complete Idiot's Guide to Microsoft Outlook 2000 is your first step in the right direction. With this lighthearted guide, you'll learn how to send and receive email, manage contacts, juggle appointments, and keep track of tasks with Outlook 2000. From the beginner basics of getting a better handle on your daily routine to working with newsgroups and the Internet, this book clearly provides a better outlook on your life.

Managing cash flow, keeping employees happy and productive, complying with employment laws, and fighting back competition are all problems any manager must face daily. Now there is step-by-step help for everything from how to maximize the success of your products to how to solve the problems that sap a business' productivity. Included are anecdotes from the author about his successes in business, the problems he faced, and how he overcame them.