Ask A Pro

Author : Phil Gaimon
Publisher : VeloPress
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2017-04-03
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781937716905

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Ask a Pro by Phil Gaimon Pdf

Phil Gaimon’s Ask a Pro answers every question you’ve always wanted to ask about pro cycling…sort of. Gaimon gathers the best of his popular Q&A column—and pokes fun at his younger self. Despite the howling protests from his peers, no one’s ever been more willing to spill the beans on what it’s really like inside the pro cycling peloton than the sarcastic scribe Phil Gaimon. Building on the outrageous success of his hilarious 2014 debut, Pro Cycling on $10 a Day: From Fat Kid to Euro Pro, Gaimon gathers the absolute gems from his monthly Q&A feature column in VeloNews magazine into his new book, Ask a Pro: Deep Thoughts and Unreliable Advice from America’s Foremost Cycling Sage, adding a dose of fresh commentary and even more acerbic and sharp-eyed insights. With six years of material to work with—including his incredible rise into the pro ranks, the devastating loss of his contract for 2015, and his bold return to the Big League—Gaimon covers every possible topic from the team dinner table to the toilet with plenty of stops along the way. Gaimon offers wise-ass (and sometimes earnest) answers to fan questions like: How much chamois cream should I use? I’ve started shaving my legs. How can I be accepted by my friends? What do you do to protect yourself when you know you’re about to crash? How many bikes does my husband really need? What’s the best victory celebration? Do you practice yours? In women’s cycling, what is the proper definition of a pro? What do you say to someone if they honk or almost hit you? Do you name your bikes? What do pros think when they see a recreational cyclist in a full pro kit or riding a pro-level bike? Can you take your bike apart and put it back together? How bad does the weather have to be to call off a training ride? How do you know when it’s time to change a tire? When you’re in a breakaway all day, do riders form a future friendship? Riders keep complaining about "unsafe" weather at races. When did pro cyclists turn into such wussies? How do the pros define a "crash"? Gaimon wields his outsider’s wit to cast a cock-eyed gaze at the peculiar manners, mores, and traditions that make the medieval sport of cycling so irresistible to watch. Ask a Pro includes new resources from Gaimon, too, including his Cookie Map of America, dubious advice on winning the race buffet, a cautionary guide for host housing, Phil’s pre-race warm-up routine, and a celebrity baker’s recipe for The Phil Cookie.

Author : Alison Green
Publisher : Ballantine Books
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2018-05-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780399181825

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Ask a Manager by Alison Green Pdf

From the creator of the popular website Ask a Manager and New York’s work-advice columnist comes a witty, practical guide to 200 difficult professional conversations—featuring all-new advice! There’s a reason Alison Green has been called “the Dear Abby of the work world.” Ten years as a workplace-advice columnist have taught her that people avoid awkward conversations in the office because they simply don’t know what to say. Thankfully, Green does—and in this incredibly helpful book, she tackles the tough discussions you may need to have during your career. You’ll learn what to say when • coworkers push their work on you—then take credit for it • you accidentally trash-talk someone in an email then hit “reply all” • you’re being micromanaged—or not being managed at all • you catch a colleague in a lie • your boss seems unhappy with your work • your cubemate’s loud speakerphone is making you homicidal • you got drunk at the holiday party Praise for Ask a Manager “A must-read for anyone who works . . . [Alison Green’s] advice boils down to the idea that you should be professional (even when others are not) and that communicating in a straightforward manner with candor and kindness will get you far, no matter where you work.”—Booklist (starred review) “The author’s friendly, warm, no-nonsense writing is a pleasure to read, and her advice can be widely applied to relationships in all areas of readers’ lives. Ideal for anyone new to the job market or new to management, or anyone hoping to improve their work experience.”—Library Journal (starred review) “I am a huge fan of Alison Green’s Ask a Manager column. This book is even better. It teaches us how to deal with many of the most vexing big and little problems in our workplaces—and to do so with grace, confidence, and a sense of humor.”—Robert Sutton, Stanford professor and author of The No Asshole Rule and The Asshole Survival Guide “Ask a Manager is the ultimate playbook for navigating the traditional workforce in a diplomatic but firm way.”—Erin Lowry, author of Broke Millennial: Stop Scraping By and Get Your Financial Life Together

Author : Dean Nelson
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 383 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2019-02-19
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780062825216

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Talk to Me by Dean Nelson Pdf

“Dean Nelson is one of the best interviewers around.” —Anne Lamott From respected journalist, professor, and founder of the Writer's Symposium by the Sea, an indispensable guide to the subtle art of the interview guaranteed to afford readers with the skills and confidence they need the next time they say, "talk to me." Interviewing is the single most important way journalists (and doctors, lawyers, social workers, teachers, human resources staff, and, really, all of us) get information. Yet to many, the perfect interview feels more like luck than skill—a rare confluence of rapport, topic, and timing. But the thing is, great interviews aren’t the result of serendipity and intuition, but rather the result of careful planning and good journalistic habits. And Dean Nelson is here to show you how to nail the perfect interview every time. Drawing on forty-years of award-winning journalism and his experience as the founder and host of the Writer’s Symposium by the Sea, Nelson walks readers through each step of the journey from deciding whom to interview and structuring questions, to the nitty gritty of how to use a recording device and effective note-taking strategies, to the ethical dilemmas of interviewing people you love (and loathe). He also includes case studies of famous interviews to show readers how these principles play out in real time. Chock full of comprehensive, time-tested, gold-standard advice, Talk to Me is a book that demystifies the art and science of interviewing, in the vein of On Writing Well or How to Read Literature Like a Professor.

Author : Els Dragt,Jeroen Timmer
Publisher : BIS Publishers
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2020-05-04
Category : Interpersonal communication
ISBN : 9063695624

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Dare to Ask by Els Dragt,Jeroen Timmer Pdf

Have you asked someone a question today? Asking questions makes us human, it helps us to establish connections and understand each other. Learn from the best in class, like Socrates, a hairdresser, Oprah, a police investigator, Confucius and a therapist. Use the practical tips and fun facts in this book to your advantage during birthday parties, networking events, a first date or at the bus stop. Are you ready to turn the focus to the other, ask questions and create deeper connections?

Author : Amanda Palmer
Publisher : Grand Central Publishing
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2014-11-11
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781455581078

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The Art of Asking by Amanda Palmer Pdf

FOREWORD BY BRENE BROWN and POSTSCRIPT FROM BRAIN PICKINGS CREATOR MARIA POPOVA Rock star, crowdfunding pioneer, and TED speaker Amanda Palmer knows all about asking. Performing as a living statue in a wedding dress, she wordlessly asked thousands of passersby for their dollars. When she became a singer, songwriter, and musician, she was not afraid to ask her audience to support her as she surfed the crowd (and slept on their couches while touring). And when she left her record label to strike out on her own, she asked her fans to support her in making an album, leading to the world's most successful music Kickstarter. Even while Amanda is both celebrated and attacked for her fearlessness in asking for help, she finds that there are important things she cannot ask for-as a musician, as a friend, and as a wife. She learns that she isn't alone in this, that so many people are afraid to ask for help, and it paralyzes their lives and relationships. In this groundbreaking book, she explores these barriers in her own life and in the lives of those around her, and discovers the emotional, philosophical, and practical aspects of THE ART OF ASKING. Part manifesto, part revelation, this is the story of an artist struggling with the new rules of exchange in the twenty-first century, both on and off the Internet. THE ART OF ASKING will inspire readers to rethink their own ideas about asking, giving, art, and love.

Author : Dia Bondi
Publisher : BenBella Books
Page : 150 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2023-11-14
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781637744130

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Ask Like an Auctioneer by Dia Bondi Pdf

When we ask, we aim low—asking for what we think we can reasonably get afraid of risking too much, and get nothing at all. The result? We leave money and opportunity on the table. Communications coach Dia Bondi has helped thousands of women advocate for themselves by making big asks. In Ask Like an Auctioneer, she outlines a six-step framework that will help you strategically and confidently ask for more, maximizing the potential of every ask, every time. A communications coach for two decades, Bondi works with top CEOs, VC-backed founders, innovators, and creatives to speak powerfully and elevate their impact. After training as an auctioneer, Bondi translated the strategies she learned from the fundraising auctioneering stage into a program that helps women ask for more in their career and life. Based on Bondi’s wildly successful keynotes and workshops, Ask Like an Auctioneer is an actionable guide that shows you the secret to getting out of your comfort zone and into your “zone of freaking out” (ZOFO). Among other ideas, in this book you will learn to: Set your reserve Understand price is a measure of value, not worth Find the offer in every ask Take productive action when you get a “no” Join the thousands of women who are stepping into their ZOFO, asking for more and getting it, and reaching their goals on their own terms.

Author : United States. Congress
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1256 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1965
Category : Law
ISBN : HARVARD:32044116492554

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Congressional Record by United States. Congress Pdf

The Congressional Record is the official record of the proceedings and debates of the United States Congress. It is published daily when Congress is in session. The Congressional Record began publication in 1873. Debates for sessions prior to 1873 are recorded in The Debates and Proceedings in the Congress of the United States (1789-1824), the Register of Debates in Congress (1824-1837), and the Congressional Globe (1833-1873)

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 880 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 1881
Category : Electronic
ISBN : BSB:BSB11469618

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Congressional Record by Anonim Pdf

Author : Tyler Omoth
Publisher : Capstone
Page : 73 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2017-09-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781515788591

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A Superfan's Guide to Pro Hockey Teams by Tyler Omoth Pdf

Give young fans the crucial facts about all 30 pro hockey teams, including their current stars and legendary players, triumphs and turning points, and memorable stats and trivia. Packed with must-know info and action photos, this guide puts the biscuit in the basket.

Author : Джим Вуд
Publisher : Litres
Page : 81 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2021-05-18
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9785043468840

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IPad Pro User Guide For Beginners by Джим Вуд Pdf

This book will help you explore some features of your iPad Pro that you probably didn’t know existed and also get you started on your device in no time. You can also buy it as a gift for that son or daughter of yours who already like fiddling with devices, this book will get him or her up to speed in no time.★★★ A Comprehensive User Guide and Manual for New Users of the iPad Pros ★★★Even though iPad Pros are great right out of the box, you are likely to get more from them if you know how to use them by reading a book like this one.So, if you are someone who has recently acquired the new iPad Pro and now needs guidance on how best to take advantage of its many features that are not immediately obvious to ordinary end users? Or you may even be someone who is not new to the Apple ecosystem, but only just made an upgrade from previous versions of the iPad and it is beginning to seem as if Apple has completely changed the interface and removed or relocated some of your previous favorite features, then this book was written with you in mind.We all know that the iPad Pro from Apple remains one of the world’s most renowned flagships, when set up properly, it can become more than being just a phone. You can use it as a productivity tool in your business, you can make it an indispensable social media aide, e-book reader and a travel companion. All these can become possible once you learn how to better utilize the iPad Pro.This book has been written as a step-by-step guide for you to go through what you need to navigate around the iPad Pro.It covers many of the important features that users need to know and allows users to jump to any section of the book that they feel they want to focus on. That means the guide is written in a way that even if you do not want to follow the order in which it was written, you are still able to make the most of it.Some of the included contents:• Simple and easy to understand step by step instructions on how to first setup your device• Latest tips and tricks to help you enjoy your device to the fullest.• Using the Face ID• Hidden features• Organizing apps with the App Library• Buying, removing, rearranging, and updating apps• Taking, editing, organizing, and sharing photos• Introducing some important Apple Services• Using Siri• And lots more

Author : Edward Cripe,Edward J. Cripe,Richard S. Mansfield,Richard S Mansfield
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2007-08-22
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781136355738

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The Value-Added Employee by Edward Cripe,Edward J. Cripe,Richard S. Mansfield,Richard S Mansfield Pdf

A handy guide offering a practical plan for targeting skills any employee wants to develop and employers most desire. It's hard to tell if today's competitive job market is more unsettling for employees seeking job security or companies trying to retain loyal workers. The Value-Added Employee provides fresh insights on what makes employees valuable to the organization and how companies can keep productive employees on the job. Employees will understand how to increase their personal marketability by developing specific skills, knowledge, and attitudes. Managers and coaches will find the tools and resources to make employees more valuable to the organization. Even policymakers and human resource professionals can drive change and business improvement through the application of competency modeling processes. The Value-Added Employee is a step-by-step plan for targeting the competencies an employee wants to develop and employers most desire. It discusses 31 core competencies, including interpersonal competencies, business competencies, and self-management competencies. Designed as a handbook, The Value-Added Employee is a toolkit of ideas and a workbook to be written in and referred to on a regular basis. Through its use, employees and their companies will discover a firm foundation for meeting future goals.

Author : Scott J. Lotts,Vicki Barnes-Rothmeier
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 106 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 1994-12
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 0964570009

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Golf for Beginners by Scott J. Lotts,Vicki Barnes-Rothmeier Pdf

Author : Marcus Tullius Cicero
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 62 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 1885
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OXFORD:590234934

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Cicero pro S. Roscio Amerino, tr. by T.J. Arnold by Marcus Tullius Cicero Pdf

Author : Clifton Warren
Publisher : Business Expert Press
Page : 203 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2021-08-04
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781637420478

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Rain Maker Pro by Clifton Warren Pdf

Generating leads and landing new business are critical to the growth and long-term success of any type of service business. Rainmakers who are able to consistently gain new business by using their selling skills to convert prospects into new customers are difficult to find. Recruiting rainmaking professionals from other organizations is expensive and for many businesses has been largely ineffective. Every executive and manager of a service business understands the importance of the ability to generate leads and landing new customers are the critical components to a successful business. This book is written for managers and leaders who want to transform their professionals from doing work to effectively marketing and selling and bringing in new business. Divided into three comprehensive parts: Charting a new course; The fundamental success models; and Building your business, this book will show you how to: Help professionals overcome fear of selling Acquire the right sales capabilities Market and sell within your comfort zone Setting and achieving big goals Leverage existing customers to acquire new ones Build accountability across the business

Author : David Nahmani
Publisher : Peachpit Press
Page : 797 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2022-03-31
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780137904327

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Logic Pro - Apple Pro Training Series by David Nahmani Pdf

The Apple-Certified Way to Learn Record, arrange, produce, mix, and master music with this bestselling, Apple-certified guide to Logic Pro. Veteran producer and composer David Nahmani uses real-world professional Logic Pro projects to guide you through step-by-step instructions and straightforward explanations, ranging from basic music creation to sophisticated production techniques. You'll trigger Live Loops in real time, record audio and software instruments, create and edit sequences, and build arrangements. You'll create both acoustic and electronic virtual drum performances. You'll use Quick Sampler to create stutter effects and vocal chop, and explore ear candy production techniques, such as parallel processing and turntable start and stop effects. You'll use Smart Controls to map knobs, buttons, and drum pads on a MIDI controller or an iPad. You'll harness the power of Smart Tempo to sync up all your audio and MIDI. You'll use Flex Time to stretch audio and correct the timing of recordings, and you'll tune vocals with Flex Pitch. You'll mix, automate, and master the song with EQ, compression, delay, reverb, limiters, and other plug-ins to achieve a professional sound. Finally, you'll create a 3D spatial audio mix with Logic Pro's new Dolby Atmos plug-ins, using binaural rendering to experience that immersive sonic experience on your headphones. Downloadable real-world, professional Logic projects Step-by-step hands-on exercises Accessible writing style that puts an expert mentor at your side Ample illustrations that help you quickly master techniques Lists of keyboard shortcuts used in each lesson Tips to improve your workflow Online personal support on the author's website The Apple Pro Training Series is Apple's official self-paced learning resource. Books in this series offer downloadable lesson files and an online version of the book. Additional information on this and other books in this series can be found at peachpit.com/apple. For more on certification, visit training.apple.com. Also in the Apple Pro Training Series: Final Cut Pro macOS Support Essentials