Giveaway: Essential Managers Books
April 17, 2009 by Kori Ellis
Filed under Business
Whether you own your own company, work for someone else, or are considering starting a business, you can learn about being successful and profitable by reading business tips from other entrepreneurs and experts.
DK Publishing puts out a wonderful series called Essential Managers. The Essential Managers books are practical, paperback guides about some of today’s hottest business topics.
This week, we are giving five readers the opportunity to win two of the books.
Image: DK Publishing
Green Business
Everyone is interested in going green with eco-friendly business practices. Green Business gives hard-working guidance on how to do business ethically and sustainably, while still turning a tidy profit.
Achieving Higher Performance
Maximize your impact in the workplace with Achieving High Performance. It will show you how to get the best out of your job by working smarter, not harder.
To enter the giveaway, just leave a comment here with a business or money making tip. Your comment will automatically enter you into our contest, which runs through Sunday, April 19, 2009 at 11:59pm ET.
Five (5) random winners will be selected from all the entries. They will each receive a copy of both books.
Thanks to DK Publishing for sponsoring this giveaway.
sounds like great books to start or add to a managers management library.
My best tip (something I’ve learned the hard way) is never trust a loved one, friend or other with money if they cant keep their own finances together and in order…it’ll bite you in the butt!!!
-barbarabaker ;)
agree with don’t have a loved one work for you- too much stress
Always handle your job as you would want others to do if you owned the company.
Count me in…
Give a discount to people who give referrals.
NEVER TELL PEOPLE HOW MUCH MONEY YOU HAVE
Never trust anyone for any reason.
Always take time for yourself. Time off is essential to recharge & optimize performance
These would be great to have around.
Count me in!
My business tip: embrace change. Be aware that your competitors and market may shift rapidly over time and you’ll need to be ready to change your business model and goals accordingly.
Make your office a fun place to be. If your employees are happy, your customers will be happy.
Always keep enough capital to remain fluid for six months.
Try to maintain a good work/life balance and both your business and the rest of your life will do better.
I would love the chance to win, thanks.
I could definitely use these
I try to make sure i keep enough money saved in between paydays to get to the next one thanks for the chance to win
My best tip is to always go above and beyond with your customer service. Offer a nice touch that other businesses in your field don’t. It will make you memorable and help build rapport.
Become a minimalist when travelling — especially by air. Only pack what is absolutely necessary, in both clothing and personal accessories. Not only will it save you money for cartage, it will probably save you both the embarrassment of showing the world your private choices and the humiliation of possibly having your unwise carry-on being expropriated by an overzealous TSA agent!
treat others the way u would want 2 be treated:)
Leave your personal life at home, and your work at the office. You have to have a place to rest and a place to work.
I have a passion for continued development; would love to continue to learn and develop the our organization
My tip would be to make sure you explore all advertising avenues.
I hope I win The Book.
My tip is if you send advertisements in the mail enclose a coupon as those are the only ones we look at.
Love to read; and these could be enjoyable and update skills; many thanks SW
sounds like great books to start or add to a managers management library.
My business tip is to get along with everybody and always be nice!
smchester at gmail dot com
Tip: When managing a staff, lead by example.
My tip is to always remember the importance of customer service.
My business tip is to always try to have some empathy with co-workers, employees and supervisors. I little understanding goes a long way!
Work hard and smart.
Your current customers are you best prospects. Take care of them. Know everything about them and their needs. Ask them for referrals.
Consider partnering with another business that is complimentary but not competing in a marketing campaign – share the cost and exposure!