Most Popular Books by Mike Smith

Exam Board: SQA Level: National 5 Subject: Maths First Teaching: September 2013 First Exam: Summer 2014 Practise for your SQA exams with three specially commissioned Hodder Gibson Practice Exam Papers with fully worked answers. - Practise with model papers written and checked by experienced markers and examiners - Worked answers show how solutions are arrived at and where marks are gained - Get extra advice with study-skills guidance sections - Avoid common mistakes with examiner tips - A revision grid allows students to revise by topic

The highly successful CollinsTotal Revision GCSE Science has been updated for the new GCSE exams. It continues to provide the most comprehensive appoach to exam success with its unique combination of study support and exam practice. It also contains the latest Chief Examiner''s comments. This book has been designed to make revision as active and effective as possible. Short 20-minute ''revision sessions'' break down content into manageable chunks and maximise students'' concentration. An exam practice chapter at the end of the book provides detailed guidance on exam technique and makes sure students are fully prepared for the big day. Each title provides: Bullet points with highlighted words and phrases.; ''A* extra'' information boxes highlighting likely exam questions and ensuring that the brightest students attain the very top grade.; ''Question spotter'' panels pinpointing the exam questions students are most likely to meet in their exam papers.; Check yourself questions to test understanding. For further help with revision students can view www. activerevision. com

Testing People at Work is an authoritative, practical text on selection and assessment. It explains psychometric testing in occupational settings and also covers other methods of selection such as assessment centres and e-selection. The book systematically covers all the topics required for the BPS Certificates of Competence in Testing Levels A and B. Designed for students taking selection and assessment courses. Covers the whole process of testing, from job analysis to reporting results. Uses new theoretical frameworks for the topics of personality and motivation. Features an extensive discussion of ethics in selection and assessment. Includes questions testing understanding and suggestions for further reading. Incorporates many tables and diagrams giving practical help to users of psychometric tests. Accompanied by supplementary online material, at www.blackwellpublishing.com/testing/.

The fascinating history of Chapel-en-le-Firth illustrated through old and modern pictures in a fully updated edition.

Fundamentals of Management 2e takes a straightforward and student-centred approach from a business perspective, providing a concise yet comprehensive foundation in the basic concepts of management. Retaining the directness and simplicity that was a valued feature of the first edition, this new edition has been fully revised and updated with: *NEW chapters on Planning and Strategy, Leadership and Change. *NEW sections on e-commerce and supply chain management *MORE on the Organizational Context, Power and Motivation

Unlock your full potential with these revision guides which focus on the key content and skills you need to know. With My Revision Notes for OCR (A) A2 Chemistry you can: - Take control of your revision: plan and focus on the areas you need to revise with content summaries and commentary from author Mike Smith - Use the worked examples to improve your understanding of chemical calculations - Apply chemical terms accurately with the help of definitions and key words on all topics - Improve your skills to tackle specific exam questions with self-testing and exam-style questions and answers - Get exam-ready with last-minute quick quizzes at www.hodderplus.co.uk/myrevisionnotes

Les paramedics soins primaires (PSP) peuvent se retrouver dans des situations critiques qui necessitent des soins avances de reamination cardiorespiratoire (SARC). Bien que les PSP ne soient pas formes pour prodiguer des soins de niveau avance, ils peuvent grandement ameliorer la qualite de la prise en charge et donc les chances de survie du patient en comprenant les SARC et en facilitant leur administration par les dispensateurs attitres. Le manuel Soins avances de reanimation cardiorespiratoire pour les paramedics soins primaires familiarise le lecteur avec les urgences cardiaques et les competences necessaires pour les prendrre en charge.

Pour une soirée, un barbecue ou à la terrasse d’un café, la bière est consommée dans tous les pays du monde. Mais que savons-nous vraiment de la bière ? C’est environ 7000 ans avant JC que la bière a été créée. De la brasserie artisanale à l’explosion de

Die islamistische Sekte Boko Haram, die 2014 durch die Entführung von über 200 christlichen Schülerinnen Schlagzeilen machte, kontrolliert in Nigeria und Kamerun ein riesiges „Kalifat“, dem bereits Tausende Christen und Muslime zum Opfer gefallen sind. Der amerikanische Journalist Mike Smith hat die geheimnisvolle Gruppierung mehr als drei Jahre lang in Nigeria beobachtet und lässt den Leser durch zahlreiche Augenzeugenberichte hautnah erleben, was dort vor sich geht. Er erklärt, was Boko Haram (wörtlich: „Bildung verboten“) für junge Afrikaner so attraktiv macht, wie die Gruppierung entstanden ist, welche Beziehungen zu al-Qaida bestehen und warum die größte Volkswirtschaft Afrikas dem Terror so hilflos gegenübersteht. Sein alarmierender Lagebericht ist eine Mahnung an den Westen, nicht länger die Augen vor dem expandierenden Kalifat zu verschließen.

A photographic response to Trump''s campaign rhetoric and subsequent leadership, addressing some harsh truths with which America is contending today.

Are you ready to shake off all of the feelings of mediocrity? Are you looking for a mid-life renaissance in your personal life and career? Are you looking for a way to build a life path filled with joy? Lovin'' Each Day shares Mike Smith''s path to a joyful and fulfilling life. Learn what he discovered through trial and error about making positive changes to improve his physical, emotional, and spiritual health, and to build a remarkably happy personal life and successful career. In this book you will: Gain Tools and Insights about Health, Family, Work, Passion and Balance Learn How to Turn Around Negative Thoughts, Beliefs and Patterns Discover What May Be Keeping You from Having a Healthier Happier Life Learn How to Live a Life Filled with Happiness and Unbridled Passion Discover New Ways to Create the Life You Truly Want to Live "A little gem! Read this book and you''ll realize it''s never too late to feel alive and pursue what you love." - Dr. Joe Vitale, Multiple Bestselling Author and Featured Teacher from the movie, The Secret "What you''ll gain from reading this book is the importance of living a life with passion. Don''t just exist; live!" - Lissa Coffey, Bestselling Author of What''s Your Dosha, Baby? Discover the Vedic Way for Compatibility in Life and Love"

New author Mike Smith hits the ground running with this engaging book on the topic of leadership. Having spent a lifetime in education, Smith has his own particular views on what leadership means and what it looks like. Smith provides a wonderful and oddly interesting blend of lessons on leadership that tie into readings from The Bible with an extra kicker of Cowboy Logic that wraps up each section. The mix of these three approaches is a refreshing change from the traditional textbook and case-study type of most leadership books. If you are looking for an enjoyable, practical, and useful book on leadership, you have come to right place.

Remote Real Estate Wholesaling How to Turn a Small Investment into Thousands of Dollars A Month Part-Time! Imagine being able to earn a side income in an industry that is poised to hit record numbers. This is the perfect side business for moms with newborns, retirees, and business owners needing a second source of income. The 2020 pandemic and the resulting lockdown caused 114 million people to lose their jobs over 2020. That makes now the perfect time to start your part-time remote real estate business. You will learn how to do this even if you have never purchased a single property in your life (even your own home)! Right this second across the country real estate gurus are charging students hundreds, to thousands, of dollars to "learn how to make money with real estate." During their "Free" workshop you are pitched their expensive course that will cost you thousands of dollars. My book will reveal to you step-by-step what you would learn at their workshop! Now you can discover the ''inside secrets'' to making $5,000.00 (or more) per month part-time while still stuck in your job! There are wealthy investors in your area looking for more properties. But they are too busy with the day-to-day routine of running the properties they own to find them. That''s why they need YOU. But you must understand what they are looking for and how to present the deals that you find. You are about to learn: What kind of properties investors want. Where to find these properties in your area. The paperwork that is required to do a deal. How to get the maximum profit from each deal. How to leverage your time to earn more income. How to earn this income and work with properties remotely. Real estate is your fastest route to earning an incredible income on the side and escaping the hassles of your regular job. Remember that your credit score does NOT matter with the system that I will teach you! You Can Even Work With Us! After you learn the proper way to recognize and present a deal you can send them to us. We are always looking for good deals across the country and you will be able to present deals to us to finance. This will help to reduce your learning time and get you to income even faster.

The Super-villain''s handbook -- Zombie poetry -- Zombie ride-along -- Masque Americana -- There''s even a town called Hell

A true story of three young men who came from a small town are given the opportunity to open a store in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania. A Head Shop. They''ve never owned or managed a store before. Two of them work full time in a tool and die shop and the third one is a senior in high school. See how they started in 1969 working together building a thriving business that surprised even their closest friends. It was a different time many things in the world were changing and they had to change with them. Navigating through the competitive business world and at the same time managing their personal lives. Starting in their hometown of Lansdowne the story moves to Terminal Square in Upper Darby where they sub rent a loft, they named The Balcony. It was not easy, many obstacles came their way. Since they were a Head Shop, they were aware many believed they were selling drugs. Overcoming their personal problems became the hard part. Running the business came surprisingly easier. You would have thought the partying, drug use, a stolen car, a buyout, bootleg albums, marriages, the FBI, women, death, two new neighboring malls, additions, a move, a divorce, bootleg tee shirts, would have brought them down, but they didn''t. The Balcony survived nineteen years. Nineteen years is a long time when you are working. The three main characters find out owning your own business is a 24/7 job. Like many things in life, they started together with a lot of energy and enthusiasm. Many fads came and went but the store was always up to date on all the new trends. The store became so popular customers would drive from New Jersey and Delaware to shop there. It was the beginning of the Woodstock nation. The music, drugs and sex were happening like never before and these three were ready to take it on. Many newsworthy events happened during the life of The Balcony. The reopening of the Tower Theater revised the music scene in Upper Darby bringing memorable acts to town. David Bowie played a whole week of shows to promote one of his albums. Bob Marley made a rare appearance and actually sent one of his crew to come in and ask if Bob could come in to shop. Bob and some of his band including his little brother and son came and spent over an hour shopping before the show started. Money was being made as the three partners started to disagree and find fault with each other. This is the story of how it happened from the very beginning to the end. It answers so many of the questions that have been asked since The Balcony closed its doors in 1988.

**Buy the new Paperback version today and receive the Kindle version absolutely FREE! For many years, managing our projects for better productivity has always been the constant goal in our lives. From keeping an eye on inventory to knowing what the tasks you''ll be doing on your project, it''s always the way we go about tackling the projects that help us advance through our journey. But of course, projects aren''t as easy as pie. You can''t just expect a project to let you finish it right away. You need to know the tasks, processes, and the workflow of how you can complete it. While many project management methods have their ways of getting you into the groove, they don''t have much in the way of getting you out of the tendency to procrastinate. This is because much of what they teach can be a bit complicated and will just leave you feeling unmotivated to achieve your goal. Then there are the times when you are finally getting somewhere with your project, but then you''re not even sure if you''re going from point A to point B as you planned. You might even find yourself you''re just zigzagging without any clear point on how you''re really going to complete the project. So, how can you manage your projects when the most traditional systems can''t help you out? How will you be able to see the light at the end of the tunnel when you''re not clear on what you''re really going for? Is there even a better way to manage your project that will get you out of the rut you''re stuck in? That''s why this eBook exists. Kanban: A Beginner''s Project Management Guide: Learn Kanban Method In Simple And Easy Steps Starting From The Basics is the guide that will teach you all there is to know about the Kanban method and how it can work for you. It''ll also show you the ways you can apply it to your various projects. This eBook will also prove that the Kanban method is just right for you with many valuable pointers, such as: The history of Kanban and its evolution from the early days The 5 core principles that power the method of Kanban The different systems of Kanban How you can apply Kanban to your projects with a few tweaks Setting up a Kanban board, and knowing the reasons why before you pick a digital or physical board How the ABC classification can significantly boost your efficiency when paired with the Kanban method How Kanban has become a successful system adapted by many companies How Kanban compares to other management systems How you can apply Kanban on your own when you don''t have a team yet The Kanban certifications that will help you boost your skills The eBook also contains a Notes section where you can learn about getting the certifications, finding tools that will help you when practicing Kanban, and much more. So, what are you waiting for? Get the eBook now and learn what it takes to finally manage your project with a system that you can use in physical or digital form! Scroll to the top of the page and click the ''buy now'' button

===Buy the Paperback Version of this Book and Get the Kindle eBook Version included for FREE=== If you are reading this book, odds are you have already decided that you''d like to raise chickens in your backyard. Whether you raise chickens for food, experience, or simply because they make great pets, the first thing you''ll want to do is be sure you are prepared. There are a lot of things to consider when raising chicks. While it isn''t the most difficult or time-consuming job in the world, being sure you have everything you need is critical for success. Fortunately, instead of scrambling around on the Internet and hoping you have found all the information you need, you have chosen to pick up this book. Here, you''ll find everything you need to know about raising chicks in one convenient place. To keep things organized, this book has been divided into five different parts. Kws: chicken book, raising chickens, how to speak chicken, chicken books, how to raise chickens, a chicken in every yard, chicken coop book, raising chickens for dummies book, storey''s guide to raising chickens, chicken chick, chicken health handbook, chicken care, raising chickens in your backyard, backyard chickens for beginners

Audio CD companion to accompany First Language Lessons for the Well-Trained Mind, Levels 1 and 2.

Dive into the exhilarating world of word games like never before! " The Great Connection Puzzle Book" isn''t just another puzzle book; it''s a brain-boosting, excitement-packed journey through a universe of knowledge and fun. Crafted for the curious mind, this collection is your ticket to a thrilling adventure across various domains of knowledge. Here''s what makes this book a must-have: 60 Puzzles: A treasure trove of challenges waiting to unlock your intellectual prowess. Large Print: Say goodbye to squinting! Enjoy our reader-friendly format that makes solving word games a breeze. Diverse Topics: Explore a wide array of subjects, from the mysteries of geography to the rhythms of music, the depths of history to the nuances of grammar, and so much more. 16 Unique Words for each puzzle: No repeats, just pure, unadulterated puzzle joy. including solution For All Levels: Whether you''re a beginner or a puzzle master, find your perfect challenge with easy, medium, hard, and extreme levels. Generous Size: At 8.5x11 inches, this book offers ample space for puzzle solving without cramping your style. But wait, there''s more! This isn''t just about solving puzzles; it''s about embarking on a quest for knowledge, sharpening your mind, and having a blast while doing it. Whether you''re lounging at home, traveling, or looking for a unique gift, " The Great Connection Puzzle Book" is your perfect companion.

If you have been looking to implement Scrum but have been unsure of where to start, this book will put you on the right path. Scrum offers a better way of managing, developing and implementing complex, unique systems in a more efficient way. It offers adaptable solutions that move with the times. Scrum values customer input which ensures that products are satisfying the market needs, as well as meeting demand. During the implementation of Scrum to your business there can be many challenges and frustrations, more if you don''t have the right information. This guide is designed to help you get an understanding of the Scrum framework and to show you that it is not as complex as it first sounds. This book shows you how to make the most of your Scrum teams and the benefits of its more-work-over-less-time philosophy. Scrum will help you to create adaptive products that clients actually want. In this book, you will learn: The stages of the software release life cycle Five main reasons why Scrum works Best practices to ensure a smooth Scrum project The biggest mistakes to avoid Tools you need to implement Scrum Everything you need to know about Scrum certifications In this book there are real-life case studies. By the end of this book you will have a clear understanding of Scrum and its terminology, the frameworks it is best suited to and the certification paths. Don''t wait any longer, grab your copy!

The first line of defense against any infection present within your body is inflammation. Inflammation is desirable in small amounts. However, it becomes troublesome when the levels of inflammation exceed the reasonable limit. Chronic inflammation is an excruciatingly painful condition that can hamper the overall quality of your life. There aren''t many things you can control in life, and the one thing you can always control is your diet. Not a lot of us pay any conscious attention to the food we eat. Juggling a hectic schedule and leading stressful lives has become quite common. It is one of the main reasons why most people opt for processed and convenience foods. Well, these foods are also the leading cause of inflammation. The food you consume has an undeniable and direct effect on your overall well-being. The modern-day diet of an average individual is full of processed carbs, sugars, and foods rich in empty calories. These factors, combined with all the stress of daily life, are the primary reason for chronic inflammation. You can learn to regulate and manage chronic inflammation by concentrating on your diet. An anti-inflammatory diet, as its name suggests, contains foods that counteract the effect of inflammation in the body. In this book, you will learn about the basics of this diet, tips to get started, and several anti-inflammatory recipes. All the recipes in this book are not just easy to cook but are quite nutritious and healthy too. So, are you ready to learn more about this diet? If yes, then let us get started immediately.

My First Toddler Alphabet with Animals (A-Z) Fun Coloring Books for Toddlers, Kindergarten & Preschool Kids Ages 2, 3, 4 & 5.This early learning kids activity book is for boys & girls ages 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5 years old (especially toddlers, preschool, nursery, pre-k & kindergarten kids) but it is suitable for kids age one, two, three, four & five up to age six who love to color/colour in.

On the surface, Les and Nora Zalleo are winning at life. Nora''s nonprofit is on the cusp of a major expansion, and the couple is throwing a party to celebrate. But beneath their seemingly loving marriage lurks a dangerous fault line. Les has a secret he''s keeping from his wife. And Nora has a secret, too. Miles away, a young woman is found dead beneath her apartment balcony. Newly minted Detective Charlie DeMassey is tasked with uncovering what happened. Who was this young woman, and how did she meet such a tragic fate? Was it an accident? Suicide? Murder? As these characters'' stories unfold, their intersections prove to be more than just coincidence. Turning Corners reveals the consequences of hidden feelings, hidden motives, and hidden truths.

"This is the first book-length study of the archaeology of Australia''s deserts, one of the world''s major habitats and the largest block of drylands in the southern hemisphere. Over the last few decades, a wealth of new environmental and archaeological data about this fascinating region has become available. Drawing on a wide range of sources, The Archaeology of Australia''s Deserts explores the late Pleistocene settlement of Australia''s deserts, the formation of distinctive desert societies, and the origins and development of the hunter-gatherer societies documented in the classic nineteenth-century ethnographies of Spencer and Gillen. Written by one of Australia''s leading desert archaeologists, the book interweaves a lively history of research with archaeological data in a masterly survey of the field and a profoundly interdisciplinary study that forces archaeology into conversations with history and anthropology, economy and ecology, and geography and earth sciences"--

Exam board: SQA Level: National 5 Subject: Mathematics First teaching: September 2017 First exam: Summer 2018 Practice makes permanent. Feel confident and prepared for the SQA National 5 Maths exam with this two-in-one book, containing practice questions for every topic, plus two full practice papers - all written by an experienced examiner. - Choose which topics you want to revise: A simple grid enables you to pick particular areas of the course that you want to answer questions on, with solutions provided at the back of the book - Remember more in your exam: Repeated and extended practice of.

Nous sommes nombreux à nous efforcer d''aider d''autres êtres humains à traverser leurs difficultés psychiques. La plupart d''entre nous tâtonnons dans cette tâche, apportant souvent au mieux, soutien et encouragements dans l''espoir que notre interlocuteur retrouve des rails plus sûrs dans la vie... Ron Coleman, lui, vous saisit et vous transforme. Le problème avec ce genre d''individus rarissimes, c''est qu''ils ne sont pas disponibles pour tout le monde. C''est donc une chance de pouvoir profiter d''un outil conçu par eux. Le petit livre que avez entre les mains en est un qu''il a élaboré avec son complice Mike Smith. Ne vous fiez pas à sa taille. Si vous mettez en oeuvre les propositions qu''il vous fait, vous changerez votre vie.

"When the sirens were silent" tells the gripping story of how things went tragically awry that terrible Sunday afternoon as experienced by people in the path and people in the storm warning center. When the warning system failed and triple-digit fatalities resulted in the many lives taken on May 22, 2011, when 161 people lost their lives in a tornado that caught many residents of Joplin, Missouri, by surprise.