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Change is only 50 minutes away! Find out everything you need to know about parenting a gifted child with this straightforward guide.
Giftedness is often viewed as a blessing, but in some ways it can also be a burden for gifted children and their parents. Indeed, gifted children face a range of specific problems, from a lack of stimulation and motivation at school to difficulty relating to their peers, who do not understand that they simply...
Giftedness is often viewed as a blessing, but in some ways it can also be a burden for gifted children and their parents. Indeed, gifted children face a range of specific problems, from a lack of stimulation and motivation at school to difficulty relating to their peers, who do not understand that they simply...
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Keen to learn but short on time? Get to grips with the life of Dwight D. Eisenhower in next to no time with this concise guide.
50Minutes.com provides a clear and engaging analysis of Dwight D. Eisenhower. In 1952, Eisenhower was elected president in a landslide victory, putting an end to 20 years of Democratic leadership. His major achievements during his presidency include increased economic prosperity, the end of the Korean War and a...
50Minutes.com provides a clear and engaging analysis of Dwight D. Eisenhower. In 1952, Eisenhower was elected president in a landslide victory, putting an end to 20 years of Democratic leadership. His major achievements during his presidency include increased economic prosperity, the end of the Korean War and a...
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Change is only 50 minutes away! Find out everything you need to know about making learning enjoyable with this straightforward guide.
If your child seems constantly distracted at school, lacks motivation and struggles to retain what they have learnt, it could be that traditional teaching methods are simply not right for them. Fortunately, there are a range of new and innovative approaches that take each child's strengths and preferences...
If your child seems constantly distracted at school, lacks motivation and struggles to retain what they have learnt, it could be that traditional teaching methods are simply not right for them. Fortunately, there are a range of new and innovative approaches that take each child's strengths and preferences...
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It can be hard for busy professionals to find the time to read the latest books. Stay up to date in a fraction of the time with this concise guide.
Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything is an engaging, thought-provoking look at the behaviour and phenomena we see around us every day. Its authors seek to apply the analytical tools of economics to a host of curiosities to answer questions as diverse as whether your...
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Keen to learn but short on time? Get to grips with the life and legacy of Tutankhamun in next to no time with this concise guide.
50Minutes.com provides a clear and engaging analysis of the life and legacy of Tutankhamun, Egypt's boy pharaoh. In spite of a brief reign that was cut short when the young sovereign died at the age of just 20, Tutankhamun is now one of the most famous pharaohs of all time and has captivated the popular imagination. His...
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Ready to take your business to the next level? Find out everything you need to know about conflict resolution in the workplace with this practical guide.
Conflict is an inevitable part of human relationships and often arises at work due to differences of opinion, disagreements over tasks or personality clashes. However, conflict does not have to be destructive: acting quickly will enable you to resolve the situation amicably, and disagreement can...
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Ready to take your career to the next level? Find out everything you need to know about dealing with debates and verbal confrontations with this practical guide.
Being able to put your point of view across effectively and persuade other people to accept your ideas is a major asset in the workplace, but many people still struggle with it. However, thanks to the simple tips and tricks outlined in this guide, you can respond effectively to arguments...
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Boost competence and efficiency in your company
This book is a practical and accessible guide to understanding the Peter Principle, providing you with the essential information and saving time.
In 50 minutes you will be able to:
• Understand the theory behind the Peter Principle and how it can affect the performance of your company
• Identify the different levels of competence among your workers and learn how to recognize signs of incompetence
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Turn your data into a roadmap to success!
This book is a practical and accessible guide to understanding and implementing the Balanced Scorecard, providing you with the essential information and saving time.
In 50 minutes you will be able to:
• Evaluate company performance and management efficiency
• Focus on all perspectives of the business at once
• Successfully apply the Balanced Scorecard to your business
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Change is only 50 minutes away! Find out everything you need to know about making time for yourself with this straightforward guide.
In our hectic 21st-century lives, it often seems that we can never find any time for ourselves. Between work, responsibilities, friends and housework, you may think that you simply cannot afford the time to unwind and relax. Do not fall into this trap! This guide will show not only why you need to take a break every...
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Attract more customers and boost your sales!
This book is a practical and accessible guide to understanding and implementing the freemium model, providing you with the essential information and saving time.
In 50 minutes you will be able to:
• Understand the different types of free offers given to customers and how they can be beneficial to a business
• Implement the freemium business model into your business to grow your customer base
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Keen to learn but short on time? Get to grips with the life of Mikhail Gorbachev in next to no time with this concise guide.
Arriving at a pivotal moment for national and international politics, Gorbachev was one of the key drivers behind the fall of the Iron Curtain and the end of the Cold War. His career led him from humble origins in rural Russia to the highest position of power in the Soviet Union, and his actions as leader earned him a Nobel...
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Keen to learn but short on time? Get to grips with the life of Joan of Arc in next to no time with this concise guide.
50Minutes.com provides a clear and engaging analysis of Joan of Arc. As the Hundred Years' War raged on, and the possibility of the French reclaiming their territory from the English occupation seemed ever slimmer, one unlikely young woman would set out on a divine mission to restore the French monarchy and free the population from...
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Measure and improve your company's performance
This book is a practical and accessible guide to understanding and implementing benchmarking, providing you with the essential information and saving time.
In 50 minutes you will be able to:
• Understand the different types of benchmarking and choose the best one for your company
• Catch up with the competition by comparing their processes to your own and identifying the best practices
• Use...
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Ready to take your business to the next level? Find out everything you need to know about brainstorming with this practical guide.
In an increasingly competitive business world, companies must seek out ways to set themselves apart from their rivals and offer their customers something different. This requires careful thought, creativity and innovation. When used effectively, brainstorming is a fantastic tool for drawing on the insights and experiences...
16) Lean in by Sheryl Sandberg: Helping women overcome barriers and make it to the top of their field
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It can be hard for busy professionals to find the time to read the latest books. Stay up to date in a fraction of the time with this concise guide.
Lean In is one of the most talked-about business books in recent years, and has resonated with women around the world. It takes as its starting point the notable paucity of women in corporate and governmental leadership positions, before outlining the reasons for this and laying out a series of recommendations...
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Ready to take your career to the next level? Find out everything you need to know about the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator with this practical guide.
The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator is an internationally renowned way of analysing a person's personality type and thus learning more about how they react and think. With this comprehensive guide, you will be able to use your own profile in order to select a career that is best suited to you and understand...
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Avoid scam investments
This book is a practical and accessible guide to understanding Ponzi schemes, providing you with the essential information and saving time.
In 50 minutes you will be able to:
• Learn about the inspiration behind the scheme, Charles Ponzi, and how he fraudulently pocketed profits on postage stamps while deceiving his investors
• Follow our advice on how to avoid Ponzi schemes and make the right investment
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Nobel Prize-winning economist and free market advocate
This book is a practical and accessible guide to understanding the life and works of Milton Friedman.
In 50 minutes you will be able to:
• Recognize and understand the main ideas behind the works of Milton Friedman and his reasons for writing them
• Identify the impact Milton Friedman had on other economists and political figures, including Ronald Raegan and Margaret Thatcher
• Evaluate...
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Keen to learn but short on time? Get to grips with the events of the Six-Day War in next to no time with this concise guide.
50Minutes.com provides a clear and engaging analysis of the Six-Day War. In 1967, relations between the State of Israel and its neighbours, which had long been strained, became dangerously tense. In the ensuing military conflict, Egypt, Jordan and Syria were unable to defeat Israel, and the Israeli victory and territorial gains...