Legend Business is delighted to launch the Smart Skills series - a series of six practical, explanatory books describing proven approaches to skills/techniques important to large numbers of people working in organisations (large/small and in public/private sector) and to business owners. The books are available to purchase below for £8.99 (RRP £12.99)
The 6 books, written by leading business book authors cover the following themes:
- Meetings by Patrick Forsyth (Out now)
- Mastering the Numbers by Anne Hawkins (Published 1st August 2011)
- Persuasion by Patrick Forsyth (Published 1st August 2011)
- Negotiation by Anthony Jacks (Published 1st August 2011)
- Working with Others by Frances Kay (Published 1st October 2011)
- Presentations by Frances Kay (Published 1st October 2011)
The whole Smart Skills series is available to order for £49.99 (including free p&p) RRP £77.94
Order your Smart Skills Series now - £49.99
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Smart Skills: Meetings
By Patrick Forsyth
PUBLISHED
Order your copy of Smart Skills: Meetings now - £8.99
The first in the Smart Skills series, Meetings offers all you need to know to get the most out of meetings – from setting meetings up, leading them, to how to make the most out of them once the meeting is over. A must for any employee, manager, freelancer of business owner.
The book offers proven, practical advice on:
• Setting objectives and creating practical agendas
• Deciding who should attend and when and where
• Effective chairing and effective participation
• The communications skills necessary - listening, observing, questioning and getting your points across
• Dealing with problems
• Follow up after the meeting to prompt suitable action
Patrick Forsyth runs a successful consulting business and is the author of over 100 business books, making him one of the UK’s most respected and successful business book authors
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Smart Skills: Mastering the Numbers
By Anne Hawkins
Published 1st August 2011
Order your copy of Smart Skills: Mastering the Numbers now - £8.99
This is not a book for accountants. Or those who spend their days solely staring at figures. It is for all those who would like or require a basic understanding of numbers and accounting in business. And for those who would benefit from clearly explained information allowing them to properly monitor and strengthen the numbers that count in their projects or business.
From Balance Sheets and Profit and Loss to Working Capital and Measures of Performance, this book offers a practical and accessible guide to the numerical skills needed to excel in business. A must for any employee, manager, freelancer or business owner.
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Smart Skills: Persuasion
By Patrick Forsyth
Published 1st August 2011
Order your copy of Smart Skills: Persuasion now - £8.99
There are few points in your working day where the key skill of persuasion will not be useful in one of its many forms. Rarely is the topic discussed in a single, dedicated manner such as in this guide, despite it being one the most important elements throughout work scenarios.
Persuasion is not only required as part of negotiation and has many different facets. This book takes you step-by-step, with running examples, though the varied different approaches that will help you get ahead. A must for any employee, manager, freelancer or business owner.
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Smart Skills: Negotiation
By Anthony Jacks
Published 1st August 2011
Order your copy of Smart Skills: Negotiation now - £8.99
In the current challenging work and business environment, never has the skill of negotiation been more important, whether with existing and new clients or negotiating one-off or long-term projects. Securing the appropriate and best deal is paramount in any successful workplace and business.
This book will provide you with all you need to know, not just for the negotiation itself but for the set-up, preparation and including the vital after-negotiation period. A must for any employee, manager, freelancer or business owner.
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Smart Skills: Working with Others
By Frances Kay
Published 1st October 2011
Order your copy of Smart Skills: Working with Others now - £8.99
No can, or should, work in isolation. However far you hone your personal skills, the development of your work or business will depend on your relationship with others. Whether colleague, manager, customer or supplier, you must get the best out of these partnerships for a productive and successful workplace.
Many of the most successful business ideas and projects spring from collaboration between people and this book provides a step-by-step and clear guide to why and how to make these relationships work. A must for any employee, manager, freelancer or business owner.
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Smart Skills: Presentations
By Frances Kay
Published 1st October 2011
Order your copy of Smart Skills: Presentation now - £8.99
Many people dread them, some relish them, but one thing is clear – presentations are necessary and key in all walks of working life.
Good presentation skills are essential for any person to succeed in business or the workplace, whether to secure new clients, showcase new projects, motivate staff or for business planning. Getting them right can make or break your project and your career. This easy to follow, succinct book provides all you need to know to get ahead and is a must for any employee, manager, freelancer or business owner.
Authors
Frances Kay
With many years work experience, covering politics, the diplomatic service and law, Frances has helped professional individuals and organisations on all aspects of career and personal development and relationship building. She now spends the majority of her time writing business books and articles, researching, editing and giving interviews, talks and workshops on her book topics.
Anne Hawkins
Anne Hawkins started her career as an apprentice in a multinational engineering group before qualifying as an accountant and held senior positions in a range of business sectors. She then started her own training business and has developed an enviable reputation for explaining financial matters in straightforward simple terms. Anne has also written a number of successful business books.
Patrick Forsyth
Patrick Forsyth runs Touchstone Training & Consultancy and is the author of many successful books on management, business and careers. All offer succinct, practical advice to help people maximise their effectiveness. According to Professional Marketing: ‘Patrick has a lucid and elegant style of writing which allows him to present information in a way that is organised, focused and easy to apply.’
Anthony Jacks
Anthony Jacks worked in sales, sales management and marketing before joining a management institute and then moving into consultancy and training. He was a Director of a medium-sized consultancy before setting up his own operation. He now has more than twenty-five years experience as a successful trainer, working in a wide variety of industries and in overseas markets as well as the United Kingdom.
