Great book if you want straightforward guidance.
349447
This book has been really helpful to reference as a first time parent. The information and guidance is very straightforward - it's not the type of book where you'll get hung up on "is my baby doing this right?" You can look up general information about pooping, feeding, diapering, etc... I've used it several times in the first month and keep it on my nightstand. I prefer this book to the one "Taking Care of Your Child" which was recommended by my pediatrician - that book is also helpful, but it's not focused on infants.
206514
I wanted a book that went right to the heart of the issue without a lot of fluff.  This read accomplished that goal.  It was short, simple and concise.  It can be read and understood in less than an hour.  You could even leave it open and use it as a guide, as you created and optimized Amazon listing like "painting by the numbers."

I like this book and improve that it didn't have to be thick or expensive to be good information.
15432
Good advice for anyone looking to make their craft more than a hobby.  Simple, straightforward, and honest.  The author speaks from experience, and challenges creatives of all kinds to take an honest look at themselves and their work and to take concrete steps to realize their dreams.  This is a book I will refer to again when I am not sure where to go next with a project.
4287559
I used this book to start a company that I've been working on.

I like that it is laid out in an intuitive way and it's great to reference when you're not sure about specifics in different topics (e.g. accounting, taxes, employees).

It's definitely targeted at a general audience so it doesn't have a *ton* of detailed information for specific industries, but it most certainly gives you a springboard to jump from. For any information that wasn't detailed enough (especially when I needed more information for my specific industry) it at least gave me a few clues on what to search for on Google.

All in all, this book definitely helped me to figure out all the "stuff" I needed to do, tips on how to run my business, and giving me some cool ideas!
1466638
I really enjoyed this book because it was very easy to read. I like how it was straightforward and direct.
3529366
Well written and helpful. Its a high level approach without a lot of stupid cartoons and arrows. He assumes and I think rightly so that once you find your way into the right nooks that you can figure this out. I feel treated like an adult and he has some very important tricks carefully spelled out. Just know that he is relentless in pushing service provider, but at least I knew what to look for in a service. Well worth your time if you are just getting started
4068811
This book is very straight forward. I like the guy because he is straightforward and has a no-nonsense approach towards life and work. He provides sort of fatherly and mentor advice that a college student like me would find very helpful. Love his competitive edge.
1901242
It's a great book explaining the importance of targeting in a simple and understanding way. Plus, it's coming from the professional and years of experience. Would recommend that's for sure.
3120859
Good book with very solid advice. Not too brutal which is good.
1959653
This is a very easy to read, easy to understand, straight forward, no-nonsense type of book.  You can easily understand and follow the advise.  It was just what I was looking for.
4750192
Since they are plentiful, I have read my share of books about manifesting, law of Attraction, etc. I'm a practical person and like to get to the point quick. This book was great at doing that. It was also descriptive, giving visual guidance for those of us who think that way. Good stuff without the fluff
3579881
I haven't written many reviews lately. I give 5 stars to even fewer, but this book is one of them.

I like it because: the writing style doesn't appear to be from an author eager to sell a book, but from an authority wanting to share valuable insights. By this I mean that the style is plain and easy to read. There are 21 chapters, which match 21 ideas the author wants to get across. The author seems to make little or no attempt to add length to the chapters, or unnecessary stories to engage the reader. The author appears to say what is on her mind and then go on to the next point.

I like it because the author knows what she is talking about. She has had years in the field of fine art sales and years teaching newcomers in seminars. From that wealth of experience she selects what she feels are the most important tips that beginners should know. Although this book would be valuable to any artist, it is specifically focused on those wanting to launch their careers.

I like it because it offers valuable warnings to help keep new people from making big mistakes from the very beginning. These warnings include how to price artwork, how to approach dealers, and how not to approach dealers.

Most of all, I like this book because it was personally helpful to me. I am an amateur photographer who has sold a few prints. Many times I have considered putting together a show to see what it would be like to take the leap into a more commercial arena. That is why this book first caught my attention. While I was reading the book I was approached by someone putting together an art show and asked if I would be interested in being one of the contributing artists. This book became my beginner's personal manual on etiquette, how to set prices, how to know if I was or was not being taken, etc. For that I am grateful.  I could have made some serious mistakes without it.  I am now starting a one-year project to prepare for another show a year from now. If you, like me, are interested in taking your art to a new level, but unsure of how to do so, this book will offer you some helpful tips from a person who has spent many years in the field.
2161259
This book was brought to my attention by someone I met who seemed to be on a road to a positive way of life.  I really am not one for this particular topic being that I read many books of this subject  in my youth and found that they were not for me.  That being said, the information in this book wasn't totally new, meaning the agreements are pretty much what I have learned and tried to aspire to throughout my life (at least some of them) but I did like it's simplicity and easy language.
I would recommend this book to anyone who is seeking a way to clarify their life.
3754838
Great simple advice. Principle based, not trendy. I'd tell anyone to read this! It gave me the confidence that what I was already doing was a good start.
1000838
Straightforward.  Good and fast, easy read.  Simplicity to strive for. Principles are not necessarily earth shattering but good reminders to help live a simpler life.
2684314
What stands out in his book is not only what you need to do,but how to do it with simple step by step action plan.  Great book for someone who doesnt like all the fluff.  To the point and basic.  Creating so u don't fail.
4812660
It's a pretty straightforward and informative book.  I am enjoying it.