Smartstart Your Louisiana Business (Smartstart (Oasis Press))

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SmartStart was designed to eliminate financial and bureaucratic confusion by providing you with the most current contact information for federal, state, and local agencies. Its appendices contain brief descriptions of each regulatory agency and include addresses, phone numbers, and links to World Wide Web information. Detailed, accurate, and jargon-free, SmartStart is an invaluable reference for any business.

SmartStart leads the reader through the legal and practical considerations of setting up a small business, and contains a long list of up-to-the-minute regulatory requirements that can help you to determine the best structure for your company, find necessary financing, develop a marketing strategy, choose the right insurance, hire and keep loyal employees, and even set up and equip your office efficiently. Small Business Development Centers and entrepreneurial education programs throughout the country currently use and recommend SmartStart books to professionals and students alike.

Just look at what SmartStart includes: sample forms, sample business plan, detailed economic and demographic information, and comprehensive guide to money resources.

SmartStart is designed to help you: determine if you should operate as a sole proprietorship, partnership, or incorporation, register trademarks and apply for local permits, protect yourself and your business through proper tax planning, anticipate the basic issues of expansion, relocation, and interstate commerce.

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Starting and Operating a Business in Louisiana: A Step-By-Step Guide (Smartstart Your Business in)
Michael D. Jenkins
Manufacturer: Oasis Pr
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This book concerns the most important relationship most people have outside the family: the relationship between an employer and an employee. That relationship is crisscrossed by a complex web of laws and regulations. This book describes those laws in a direct, straightforward fashion.

The Indiana Employer's Guide provides the "lay of the land" of personnel law and regulations and integrates the state and federal law that is relevant to an employer. Each section of the book attempts to include both the underlying concept and a simple, straightforward rule.

This book is written in small, self-contained sections. The reader does not need to refer to the rest of the chapter, much less the rest of the book, to find information about a topic. Although this method of writing causes some duplication, it more than repays the reader in the efficiency of its use.

The Indiana Employer's Guide is supplemented at least yearly, and more often if major legislation or court cases require. In order to incorporate updated pages easily, the book is published in a three-ring notebook. The Indiana Employer's Guide is, and will continue to be, one of the most current employment law books available anywhere in the nation.

"Memo English" is used throughout this book. Whenever possible, the author has avoided terms not found regularly in a newspaper and discussions that would appear out-of-place in a business memo. This book is a non-technical discussion of technical topics.

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"In Thank God It's Sunday Bernard Smalls delivers the good news that a serving heart is the key to prosperity. This uplifting parable--based on a true account of a wildly successful car dealership--shows that profit is the applause we get for taking care of our customers."
--Ken Blanchard, co-author of The One Minute Manager and Raving Fans

Why read TGI Sunday?

Bernard Smalls, a former professional drummer, started his customer service career washing cars in Alaska. That's cold! Today as a corporate trainer he teaches in a fun, motivating way the TGI Sunday principles of excellent customer service. Readers of TGI Sunday are guaranteed to be motivated, inspired, entertained, and enlightened.

"In Thank God It's Sunday, Bernard Smalls delivers an awesome message of true customer service with a new level of excitement and passion. The principles in this book can be applied to any business old or new to help create customers for life! This book is a must read!"
--David Martin--New York Life Insurance Companies--Partner, Atlanta, Georgia

"I found Bernard's book to provide some really great insight into sales and team building. Really a must read for any aspiring to reach their full potential in either sales or sales management."
--William "Bub" Brill--New York Life Insurance Companies--Managing Partner, Greenville, South Carolina

"I am a real fan of Bernard Smalls. Bernard is one of the most effective speakers I know. His excellent content and enthusiasm will inspire any audience. Bernard is a real winner."
--Dr. Ken Blanchard

"So many books are related to special systems to make production and profits in a mechanized way that suits and empowers the corporation. This new book of O. Bernard Smalls focuses in on the only real way of having business permanence: the customer. It is the customer that keeps a business alive, it is the customer that creates employment and it is the customer that is the only way to make a profit. 'Wake up corporations and appreciate and thank God for the customer.'"
--Peter J. Daniels, Best Selling Author, Millionaire Real Estate Developer, and Australia's Top Motivational Speaker

"This brilliant book is like a hot cup of Java on a cold night. You will treasure it as I have and want to buy many copies to give to those you love. I highly recommend it."
--Dottie Walters, CSP Author Speak and Grow Rich, President/CEO, Walters International Speakers Bureau

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Outstanding - A Revolution of Customer Service!.......2003-12-20

This is one of the best works on customer service I have ever read. It is simple, fun, exciting, and teaches the basics of excellent customer service in a story like way. A must read for all that serve customers in any realm. This book could change the way business is done in the automotive industry and any industry. I like Ken Blanchard's endorsement that said; profit is the applause we get for taking care of our customers!

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'Cliff Notes' on Earned Value

Best investment in reference material that I have ever made!

Maybe Common Sense - but very watered down

Phenomenal

a must read

Project Management: The CommonSense Approach
Lee R. Lambert , and Erin Lambert
Manufacturer: Lee R Lambert & Assoc
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Earned Value Project Management

ASIN: 0962639788

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If you only read one Project Management book, it better be Project Management--A CommonSense Approach. This simple and insightful treatment of the potentially complex topic will put the power of the PM process at the reader's fingertips. It is filled with CommonSense tips to help project managers and project contributors take full advantage of PM's many tools and techniques--including the popular Earned Value. Since its debut at ProjectWorld 2000 in Boston--where it was the Number 1, Best Selling Project Management book--this one-of-a-kind book has quickly established its place as one of PM's most useful references.

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'Cliff Notes' on Earned Value.......2004-08-12

This book is a mere set of `Cliff notes' on the topic of earned value. Other than providing a very high level view of the material it has little or no value to project managers and does not add anything to the understanding or practice of earned value. I am still looking for the simple and insightful tips that the author promises in his overview.

For a deeper treatment of earned value I would recommend either "Earned Value Project Management, Second Edition" by Fleming and Koppelman, or better yet "Using Earned Value: A Project Manager's Guide" by Alan Webb.

Best investment in reference material that I have ever made!.......2001-12-13

Wow! This book is a winner! It takes the mystique out of Earned Value. It may be the best investment in reference material that I have ever made. The concise writing style, clever illustrations and succinct common sense "reminders" enabled me to quickly read AND easily understand a topic that other authors had made seem extremely complex. My level of comprehension of the Earned Value concepts and the possibilities they offer have reached a new high. For the first time I feel very confident that I can capitalize on the potential value of Earned Value. This refreshingly unique book is the project management profession's answer to "The One Minute Manager" and "Who Moved My Cheese"--easy to read, easy to understand and jam-packed with
experience-based insights. "Project Management--A Commonsense Approach" proves, once again, that a book should be judged on its content and value added and not on its weight!

Maybe Common Sense - but very watered down.......2001-09-05

I respect Mr. Lambert very much for what he has done for the profession of project management. In addition he is an excellent speaker on project management. However, this book does not even qualify as a book. It is insulting to me as a PMP. I read the entire thing in 30 minutes and I had dinner in between. If you know anything about EV, this book will not help you get better at it. If you don't know anything on EV, this book is not the place to get started. The book is written in comic book style - I'd be embarressed to have it on my desk. Read Kerzner or Fleming, you'll be doing yourself and your colleagues a favor. I wish I could get my money back for this one.

Phenomenal.......2001-02-08

This books was superb! Really loved the CommonSense Approach! Made the topic actually interesting! Loved the artwork too! It is written in such a style that it allows for an simple and quick read, but designed for easy reference later. It is not a typical Fleming "novel" that believes that the number of pages equates to the quality of information provided. This is a light read that enables the reader to grasp, the sometimes quite over-analyzed, Earned Value concepts and understand them in layman's terms. This is a must read for anyone starting out in the Project Management arena!

a must read.......2000-08-29

this book is a must read. Ithas a soft approach to a serious topic. Mr. Lamberts writing skills are excellent!

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Learn Needle Tatting -- Step-by-Step

Needle tatting for the complete beginner

This book makes strange claims, but teaches good technique.

Learn Needle Tatting Step by Step

Excellent book for anyone wanting to learn tatting.

Learn Needle Tatting Step by Step
Barbara Foster , and Barbara A. Foster
Manufacturer: Handy Hands
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Learn Needle Tatting -- Step-by-Step.......2006-07-15

The presentation of pictures which accompanied the instructions are very clear. The written instructions are clear and straight forward. I would recommend this book to anyone.

Needle tatting for the complete beginner.......2005-07-30

This book is aimed at the needle tatter who is picking up the tatting needle for the first time. It does not teach the 19th century method of tatting with needles which basically uses the needle as if it is a shuttle, but the method of forming double stitches on the tatting needle and pulling the needle through the stitches. Special needles are required for this lace which can be obtained from the author's online tatting lace shop, which is heavily promoted in the book.

The instructions provided are very clear and profusely illustrated with many photographs of the lace being worked. There are few patterns and those which are included have been carefully chosen to teach the beginner essential techniques which are covered in the book. These include how to make the double stitch, form a true ring, how to form what is now called the self closing mock ring, how to make joins using the tatting needle (the methods taught are different from those used in shuttle tatting), how to make chains, how to finish ends, how to join in new threads and how to do two colour work. I am a little concerned at the introduction of new, trademarked terminology to describe some of these techniques as this confuses many beginners who join the online tatting mailing lists and groups.

The book could have included more patterns and most people will master the techniques covered very quickly. This book therefore may not prove to be a lasting reference work but it's a good introduction to the art of tatting lace using a tatting needle and can be recommended for this purpose.

This book makes strange claims, but teaches good technique........2000-08-29

This book outlines a very easy system of needletatting. But it does make some odd claims that I cannot verify. Mainly that needle tatting was invented in the mid-nineteenth century -- referring to Mlle. Riego I presume, who did not needle tat but tatted with needles (BIG difference!). That needle tatting is faster than shuttle tatting --not for me, sorry. I also found that even with the recommended needle/thread combinations that my needle tatting looked quite chunky compared to my shuttle tatting, and certainly not as pretty. Many people like needle tatting though, and I hear it is good for people with disabilities. I guess it's just not my thing.

Learn Needle Tatting Step by Step.......1999-12-23

I think this book is over-priced; the only reason I do not give it five stars. HOWEVER: This is an excellent book on the basics of needle tatting. If you do not have access to a teacher in your area, this is probably your best bet for starting off. I have purchased several tatting books, and those few that offer an explanation of needle tatting are bewhildering.

Be advised that nearly every shuttle tatting pattern that I have tried is can be done with a needle, which is much faster than using a shuttle and also results in smoother joins.

The only tatting patterns that have frustrated me as a needle tatter are the square medallions. The tatting needle is too long to be able to manipulate in the tight areas needed for such designs.

Excellent book for anyone wanting to learn tatting........1999-09-18

I have always wanted to learn tatting but had problems understanding the patterns and how to use a shuttle. This is an excellent book very easy to follow instructions and illistrations. I was able to create wonderful doilies and bookmarkers for family members and friends for gifts, they loved them. Wish there were more patterns. I would recommend this book to others.

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The authors apply the full spectrum of marketing principles to an industry that has long resisted them--the performing arts. Drawing on a wide variety of primary and secondary sources, the authors review all of the key marketing functions--from segmentation to pricing to public relations--in the context of arts management, illustrated through numerous examples. They argue that by embracing fundamental marketing principles and launching innovative marketing strategies, music, theater, and dance organizations can fulfill their artistic missions while building strong customer bases.

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Standard Text.......2006-11-05

I found Standing Room only was useful as the recommended text for the Arts Management Post Graduate at UTS Sydney. It would be great for a new edition to be published that includes more recent marketing examples and methods, like e- business and contemporary arts organisations as it is really dated.

One of the Best.......2006-02-27

I've been in the entertainment public relations business for 30 years and this book is one of the best I've encountered. It's accurate, up to date, well-written and thorough.

Extraordinary Compendium.......2003-05-28

If you want to run an arts organization or run one now, or run part of one: have a long visit with this book. As an MBA who has interviewed many performing arts managers and worked as a performing arts funder and on various boards over decades, I commend this to all people in the business except my competitors.

It wouldn't be fair to compare this to other business how-to books because it is a compendium, not just management theories-du-jour. And perhaps because not-for-profits have a "spiritual" side, the reader senses that the authors are holding nothing back out of mercenary considerations. So if you suspect you don't know everything about running a performing arts organization, this is the place to start.

The book is a gift, a mission informed by the authors' love of and belief in the arts as inherently good. Just one idea gleaned here could save your organization, especially in times of funding and subscription-ticketing stress. While a revised edition might meld more internet ideas into the fantastic array of tips-'n-tools presented, as-is, "SRO" is exhaustive but not exhausting.

A worthwhile read.......2000-02-23

Kotler touches on many subjects from customer loyalty, changing audiences to data analysis. Theories are enhanced by using various arts companies as examples.

The book is not intended give in depth answers, that is "You must do this" to save your company, but guides you through sound marketing tactics/commonsense.

I suggest you use it as a guide to refer to, but it's not a bible as every marketing situation that any arts company finds itselves in is different to the next - there is no divine answer only a helping hand.

recommended.......2000-01-24

As a student of Arts Administration this book was my first encounter with Marketing the Arts. It is extremely helpful because of the many examples. You are really able to memorize these and use them in other situations.

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This book is devoted to a special class of decision making problems, called `unstructured problems'. The peculiarity of these problems is connected with the essentially qualitative description of the involved factors and the subjective character of relations between these factors.
The work describes the world of human decisions and methods of action that improve the chances of making sensible decisions in a complicated, contradictory and incompletely definite environment. A new procedure of decision making in non-structured problems is constructed and some methods that are logical inferences from it are demonstrated. The studies proceed from the contradiction between the normative methods of decision making, which prescribes the decision maker how to make the best decisions and the descriptive results showing how in real life people act when making a decision. The authors propose an approach that integrates modelling procedures with elicitation methods.

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Provides introductory explanation of the purposes and uses of the federal income tax law relating to S corporations. Topics include acquiring and maintaining the S status, tax issues and consequences, effects of the S election to shareholders, and tax-free reorganizations and divisions of S corporations, as well as comparisons to C corporations and partnerships.

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GREAT SERVICE and PRODUCT.......2007-03-23

Thank you for your promptness. I asked the tax book be sent quickly and it was. Received it in a few days. THANK YOU.

Federal Income Taxation of Corporation and Shareholders

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Federal Income Taxation of Corporation and Shareholders
Boris I. Bittker , and James S. Eustice
Manufacturer: Warren Gorham & Lamont
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Basic Federal Income Taxation of Partnerships and s Corporations (American Casebook Series)

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Basic Federal Income Taxation of Partnerships and s Corporations (American Casebook Series)
Samuel C., Jr. Thompson
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Introduces the basic structure for taxing C corporations, partnerships, and S corporations, and reviews several fundamental concepts in dealing with problems in business taxation, such as the Crane rule involving transfers of property subject to liabilities, and the like-kind exchange provision. Most major topics are introduced by a textual discussion of the basic tax factors involved followed by a summary problem that requires reading relevant sections of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and Treasury Regulations. Cases, rulings, notes, and problems that deal with more esoteric issues are then presented. The book contains many of the most significant cases and rulings on each major topic.

2004 Supplement to Federal Income Taxation of Partnerships and S Corporations

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2004 Supplement to Federal Income Taxation of Partnerships and S Corporations
Paul R. McDaniel , Martin J. McMahon , and Daniel L. Simmons
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Bittker and Eustice's Federal income taxation of corporations and shareholders : 1981 Cumulative Supplement

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Bittker and Eustice's Federal income taxation of corporations and shareholders : 1981 Cumulative Supplement
James S Eustice
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Bittker and Eustice's Federal Income Taxation of Corporations and Shareholders: 1987 Cumulative Supplement No. 1

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Bittker and Eustice's Federal Income Taxation of Corporations and Shareholders: 1987 Cumulative Supplement No. 1
James S. Eustice
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Federal Income Taxation of Corporations and Shareholders (2006 Cumulative Supplement to Student Edition)

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Federal Income Taxation of Corporations and Shareholders (2006 Cumulative Supplement to Student Edition)
James S. Eustice , and Gerald L. Wallace
Manufacturer: Thomson/Ria
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Federal Income taxation of Corporations and Shareholders. Seventh Edition. 2004 Cumulative Supplement to Student Edition

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Federal Income taxation of Corporations and Shareholders. Seventh Edition. 2004 Cumulative Supplement to Student Edition
James S. Eustice
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Federal Income Taxation of Corporations and Shareholders; 2007 Cumulative Supplement to Student Edition

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Federal Income Taxation of Corporations and Shareholders; 2007 Cumulative Supplement to Student Edition
James S. Eustice
Manufacturer: Warren, Gorham & Lamont of RIA
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This is the 2007 cumulative supplement to the student edition of the JFederal Income Taxation of Corporations and Shareholders; 7th edition by James S. Eustice

Federal Income Taxation of Partnerships and Other Pass-Thru Entities

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Federal Income Taxation of Partnerships and Other Pass-Thru Entities
Howard E. Abrams
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