• New content on developing social media and web strategies • More than 120 documents—available at idiotsguides.com—offer time-saving ideas as well as bonus chapters

Now with a CD-ROM! Newly revised for the ever-changing world of business, this book offers stress-free guidence for anyone who wants to turn a good idea into a good living. This edition also includes a CD-ROM featuring commonly requested forms and documents essential to business start-ups. € Completely revised and updated edition of this top-selling title € CD-ROM included, featuring commonly requested forms and documents € Nearly 1.5 million new businesses are formed in the U.S. each year, most of which are "small businesses" € One in 12 Americans will start his or her own business at some point, according to the Jan./Feb. 03 issue of The Atlantic Monthly

Developing and maintaining personal finance doesn’t end by middle age! With The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Personal Finance in Your 40s & 50s learn: • Quick and easy ways to learn with the information exists • Idiot-proof steps to understanding how the information affects you • Comprehensive coverage of the consequences of the information

Do it yourself . . . and keep the commission! Now anyone who wants to sell their home on their own can learn how. Whether readers are willing to pay a small commission for online help or a flat fee for an MLS listing, or they want to handle every step on their own, this guide will walk them through the process, providing tips on everything from signs and open houses to appraisals and inspections. 9781440696664

You're no idiot, of course. You have ideas, skills, and talents that have brought you success for years. (You even figured out how to program your VCR.) But turning your ideas and talents into your own business can make you feel like an idiot. Taxes, zonning laws, insurance, marketing: how do you juggle all of these and still succeed at what you do for a living? But there's hope! This book gives you the lowdown on all those things you need to get going: financing for your business, setting up your system, and selling your product or service. In this Complete Idiot's Guide you get:

If you can dream it, you can design it Whether your goal is to design your own marketing materials, launch a visually compelling blog, or just have some fun creating your own CD covers, The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Graphic Design is your one-stop reference. Presented in an intuitive, accessible format, here are the fundamental elements of design and design principles, as well as instruction on how to apply those elements and principles to a variety of projects. • Covers art supplies, software, concept development, reproduction needs, and much more • Sample projects include business cards, print and web ads, and graphic T-shirts • Follows the success of other titles aimed at the aspiring artist, including the Complete Idiot’s Guide® titles on digital photography, drawing, and manga

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Learning Spanish on Your Own makes Spanish fun and entertaining - so you don't feel bogged down with a "directory" of words. Feel confident about speaking the language and communicating with native speakers whether you're planning a vacation or preparing for a business trip. In this Complete Idiot's Guide you get enough of the basics that you can put to use immediately; friendly advice in an easy-to-understand format; tips, definitions, and warnings to help you along the way; and clear illustrations that feature everything you need to know!

Practical and entertaining, here is complete advice on choosing the right dog for the family, plus easy-to-follow training instructions that make quick work of discipline. An out-of-control pet can throw a household into complete chaos, upsetting dog and owner alike, but with Hodgson on board readers will be well on their way to a well-behaved, well-adjusted pet.

Quick and easy steps for taking great family and vacation photos. valuable tips on finding the best deals on cameras and equipment. idiot-proof steps for developing your own pictures.

You're no idiot, of course. You know America loves its heroes as much as baseball, hot dogs, and apple pie. But when it comes to knowing the true stories of folk and real-life heroes--as well as understanding how and why they have become so much larger than life--you feel like Superman facing a mountain of kryptonite. Don't fall from the sky yet! The Complete Idiot's Guide to "American Heroes is an inspirational look at the exceptional men and women who have captured our imaginations from colonial times to the present. In this Complete Idiot's Guide, you'll find: