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The tax facts and strategies that every small business owner needs to know for their 2024 tax return and year-round planning Owning a small business is a huge responsibility. And while all small business owners try to improve their bottom lines, few are aware of all the ways that the constantly changing tax laws can help them save money. In J.K. Lasser's Small Business Taxes 2025, award-winning attorney and small business taxation expert Barbara Weltman shows you exactly how to save money on your next tax return. You'll find reliable and straightforward information about small business tax planning you need to make tax-smart decisions throughout the year. You'll learn to use deductions and tax credits efficiently, shield your business income, and maximize your small business tax refund. The book also highlights the latest tax changes to help you plan ahead. In this fully updated resource, you'll find: Detailed coverage of the latest tax laws, court decisions, and IRS rulingsTax-planning strategies to help you make better decisions all year longComprehensive information on every relevant tax write-off, like the QBI deductionClear instructions on where to report income and claim deductions and credits on IRS formsGuidance on new cost-of-living adjustments to write-offs and income limits, transferring energy-related tax credits, and setting up emergency savings accounts (PLESAs) for employeesHelp with state tax and information returns you may need to fileSample forms and checklists to help you prepare for tax season Get your free online supplement for the latest tax changes.

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In this updated and expanded second edition of The Student Leadership Challenge, James Kouzes and Barry Posner apply their extensive research and expertise to demonstrate that anyone can be a leader, regardless of age or experience.

Who is human, and who is a monster? Can Geralt afford to stay neutral? What kind of politics do sorceresses engage in? How many universes converge on the Continent? If we stare long enough into the abyss, does it stare back into us? Silver or steel? "If I'm to choose between one evil and another, I'd rather not choose at all," growls the mutant "witcher," Geralt of Rivia. Andrzej Sapkowski's Witcher books lay bare the adventures of monster hunters like Geralt, who seek to avoid humanity's conflicts and live only for the next kill and the coin that comes with it. But Geralt's destiny is complicated by his relationship with a powerful sorceress, Yennefer of Vengerberg. When he connects with a displaced princess, Ciri, Geralt lands right in the middle of the political conflicts of the Continent, which is endangered by Nilfgaard, a domineering southern kingdom that threatens to conquer the world. Part of the Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture series, The Witcher and Philosophy brings on twenty-seven philosophers to test their mettle against werewolves, the bruxa, strigas, vodyanoi, and kikimora; their work addresses the phenomenally popular books, three standalone Witcher video games, and the hit Netflix show. These authors pass on their fascination with all manner of horror and sorcery: the mutations that make Geralt and others witchers, the commonalities between the Continent and post-apocalyptic settings, the intricacies of political power and scandal in the world of The Witcher, and reflections of our own world's changing views on race and gender that might offer hope--or portend a grim future. "Destiny is just the embodiment of the soul's desire to grow," says Jaskier the bard, proving himself to be a natural philosopher. The tales of The Witcher remind us that our lives are a play written by both choice and destiny. And it is your destiny to read and be inspired by The Witcher and Philosophy.

Easy strategies and techniques to be funnier at work and in your personal life "In The Elements of Humor, Scott Dikkers does indeed dissect the frog, but he does so in such a delightful way that you don't really mind all the blood and guts. Functioning as both a Comedy 101 syllabus and an instruction manual for any extraterrestrials studying how humans process comedy, this book is required reading, especially if you're a Scott Dikkers completist like me." --"Weird Al" Yankovic Discover the art of making people laugh with The Elements of Humor, where bestselling author and acclaimed comedy writer Scott Dikkers serves up a masterclass in funny for anyone looking to sprinkle their writing, conversations, speeches, and presentations with a generous dose of wit and comedy. This groundbreaking book offers credible, practical advice that stands out in its field. You'll find easy-to-follow, replicable instructions designed to unlock your comedic potential and engage your audience like never before. From the basics of joke construction to sophisticated satire, Dikkers guides you with simple instructions, entertaining illustrations, interactive exercises, and a detailed index of indispensable tools and techniques. Whether you're aiming to craft funny content, boost your speech delivery with laughs, or just be funnier in everyday interactions, this book covers essential strategies including self-deprecation and the art of wordplay. It delves into diverse humor types--referential jokes, shock humor, hyperbole, slapstick, and even metahumor, offering insights into how and why they work.

In Green Money: How to Reduce Waste, Build Wealth, and Create a Better Future for All, sustainable personal finance entrepreneur Kara Perez delivers an actionable and fun guide to going green with your money. The author explains how to create a financial plan and community that breaks free of outdated advice and offers a new way of enjoying a fulfilling life. In the book, you'll find valuable insights on how to approach your money and our environment. It's filled with stories gathered from around the world, cutting-edge research into green and sustainable finance, and money exercises you can complete immediately to help you take action today to improve your future and the futures of those you love. From redefining thrifting to vanquishing eco-anxiety and doomerism, Perez's startlingly insightful and communal approach to personal finance is a refreshing change from old methods that have outlived their usefulness. You'll learn how to ethically invest your money, avoid financial greenwashing, and participate in environmental justice, even as you solidify and improve your financial outlook and the financial future of your community. Green Money takes a hard, critical look at the trends negatively impacting our planet and our lives--including overconsumption and the overuse of fossil fuels--and offers fresh, relevant, and attainable alternatives you can start working towards immediately. Perfect for young professionals and working people, growing families just getting started in the world, entrepreneurs, and small business owners and founders, Green Money is also a can't-miss resource for financial planners, family offices, and other professionals who help people manage and grow their finances. Praise for GREEN MONEY "A step-by-step guide to reframe our relationship from generational to ecological wealth that centers the well-being of a society, culture, and planet. In our pursuit to become environmentally conscious in our individual purchases, we must also extend ourselves into community care that builds resilient systems for the future of societies. Kara's book is accessible, fun, and relatable for people to create a sustainable future." --ISAIAS HERNANDEZ, Founder, Queer Brown Vegan "Green Money presents an easy-to-follow, encouraging, and actionable blueprint for building your own sustainable financial house." --STEPHANIE SEFERIAN, author of Sustainable Minimalism "Kara's book is a refreshing take on personal finance, focusing on sustainability and practical money strategies. It uniquely addresses how to balance our idealistic goals with the world we live in, offering clear steps to align our financial decisions with our values. This book is perfect for anyone looking to make their money work for a better, more sustainable future. Highly recommend giving it a read!" --DASHA KENNEDY, Founder, Broke Black Girl "The next time I'm in a financial-existential doom spiral, I'm going to curl myself around Kara's book. Kara does an incredible job of compassionately booping you on the nose with the truth, but then gives you tangible, creative action steps towards deflating the dark feelings. The biggest relief for me is that she isn't asking us to each build revolutions from the ground up; she lays out an accessible menu of options, from 'How to find free sh*t in your community' to 'Here's how to divest from Wall Street completely, for real.' Green Money is a map and a manual for how to do money and still sleep at night." --BERNA ANAT, Founder, Hey Berna

PRAISE FOR BIG GOALS "This is the best book on goal setting. Period." --BRIAN JOHNSON, Co-Founder and CEO of Heroic and author of Areté "Big Goals is a practical guide to the modern science of goal setting and comes to you from one of the most respected and admired applied positive psychologists on the planet!" --ANGELA DUCKWORTH, PhD, New York Times bestselling author of Grit, winner of the MacArthur Genius Grant, and co-director of Behavior Change for Good Initiative "Caroline Adams Miller has done a superb job of translating my theory of goal setting I developed with Edwin Locke, into every day meaningful, memorable language so you can put our findings into practice immediately." --GARY LATHAM, Co-Founder of Goal Setting Theory and author of Becoming the Evidence-Based Manager "Empirically grounded and splendidly accessible, Big Goals is the best and most timely book I've read on goal setting, because it links all of the most important science together while making it relevant to a rapidly changing 21st century world." --SONJA LYUBOMIRSKY, PhD, Distinguished Professor of Psychology at the University of California, Riverside and author of The How of Happiness "This book is the perfect guide to take any reader from theory to action, including dozens of worksheets that will inspire you to do more than you've done before!" --SONYA LOONEY, Mountain Biking World Champion and 4x USA National Champion "I was blown away by the practical, step-by-step process Caroline Miller lays out in Big Goals. I will undoubtedly be using Caroline's methodologies with athletes and coaches at all levels to help them unlock their full potential." --BRANDON GUYER, 7-year Major League Baseball veteran and Founder of Major League Mindset "In her best work yet, Caroline Miller applies real science to the art of goal achievement! Her brilliant BRIDGE methodology is a game-changer for achieving all of your business and life goals." --KEVIN BROWN, author of The Hero Effect and ranked a top ten motivational speaker by SpeakInc in 2021

Your updated guide to success on the CCNA Certification exam In the newly revised second edition of the CCNA Certification Study Guide - Volume 2: Exam 200-301 v1.1, renowned Cisco educator and network engineer Todd Lammle and Donald Robb deliver a practical and effective test prep and roadmap to the challenging CCNA Certification exam. Volume 2 of the updated Study Guide covers objectives for network fundamentals and access, IP connectivity and services, security fundamentals, automation, programmability, artificial intelligence, and more. You'll also learn about topics like network device security, IPv6, QoS, wireless technologies, wireless controllers, automation, and REST APIs. The CCNA Certification Study Guide comes with one year of free access after activation to a robust set of online study tools designed to assess and advance your exam readiness. You'll find: Up-to-date information relevant to the latest Cisco technologies and job roles An interactive online test bank, including hundreds of practice test questions, flashcards, and a glossary of key terms and definitions Discussions of everything from enhanced switching and ACLs to FHRP, SDN, configuration management, and more Perfect for anyone preparing to pursue the updated CCNA Certification, the CCNA Certification Study Guide - Volume 2 is a must-read for practicing IT professionals looking for a refresher on Cisco networking fundamentals.

Praise for THE LITTLE BOOK OF BITCOIN "The Little Book of Bitcoin explains how this groundbreaking technology fixes our broken money and fosters freedom from financial repression, freedom from transactional censorship, and freedom from seizure. Reckless money printing has broken the backs of American households and funded endless wars. Bitcoin provides an offramp from this insanity." --ROBERT F. KENNEDY, JR., American Politician and Environmental Lawyer "The Little Book of Bitcoin provides a compelling exploration of Anthony's intellectual journey from bitcoin skeptic to prominent bitcoin investor. The book makes a strong case for incorporating bitcoin ETFs into a diversified portfolio." --PETE BRIGER, JR., Chairman, Fortress Investment Group "The Little Book of Bitcoin argues persuasively that bitcoin is inevitable and unstoppable because of spiraling government debt across the globe. Anthony does a terrific job explaining why bitcoin will become a mainstream investment asset that will be broadly owned by individuals, institutions, corporations and governments." --BRETT S. MESSING, President and Co-Chief Investment Officer, SkyBridge Capital

Enables readers to understand separation processes from a physical, combinatorial, and statistical perspective, focusing on the entropy of two-phase flows Theoretical Foundations of Separation Processes delves into the underlying theory behind how substances separate from one another. Mathematical modeling and the concept of entropy play pivotal roles throughout the text. This book includes information on: Theoretical underpinnings such as two-phase flows, solid particles, and gas-solid interactions Processes of polyfractional solid materials separations Calculation methodology for various separation systems and devices, with information on finding the results of separation processes depending on the design of the classifier Applications across industries such as agriculture, chemistry, mining, food, cement, mechanical, refractory production, electronics, and nanotechnology This title is an essential reference to help engineers improve their separation processes. It is also useful for a variety of companies involved in the design and manufacture of relevant equipment and operating separations equipment.

Enables students to understand, apply, and retain key concepts in general chemistry Understanding Essential Chemistry offers a unique and approachable supplement to standard general chemistry textbooks, designed specifically to aid students in mastering fundamental principles. Drawing on extensive classroom experience, chemistry professor Max Diem presents key concepts in an uninterrupted flow, allowing students to follow a clear and straightforward path to comprehension. With a logical, algebraic framework, the book is structured to build students' confidence by breaking down complex topics into manageable pieces and encouraging critical thinking at every step. Aimed at STEM majors, this book includes checkpoints with example problems and final answers to reinforce concepts and promote independent problem-solving skills. By methodically emphasizing basic understanding, this hands-on guide gives students the tools to grasp the core chemistry principles necessary for success in their courses, labs, and future studies. A must-have "survival guide" to boost student confidence in the subject, the text: Presents chemistry concepts in a streamlined, continuous format for easier comprehension and retention Encourages independent critical thinking with targeted example problems with provided solutions Supports any primary general chemistry textbook, making it adaptable for various curricula Allows students to assess their understanding at key points in the material Includes additional math tutorials in the Chapter for students needing a refresher in essential mathematical skills This guide is an essential supplement for undergraduate first-year Chemistry courses for STEM majors, especially those in pre-medical, engineering, and science programs.

Place the right people in the right roles at the right time with this essential guide Project estimating, or project workforce planning, involves a systematic process of identifying and managing the key human resources required for efficient and effective completion of a project. This process necessarily balances a huge range of factors, from forecasting labor costs to managing team composition to incorporating relevant legislation and projecting the impact of artificial intelligence, and market conditions. Effective workforce planning contributes to overall project success by ensuring that the right people are in the right roles at the right time. Project Workforce Estimating: Best Practices for Project Managers offers a comprehensive overview of workforce planning, from foundational principles to advanced techniques. It offers a range of techniques and strategies that can be incorporated into planning for virtually any kind of project, along with detailed guidance to ensure accurate projections. Closely aligned with industry standards, it is a must-own for project managers looking to systematize a critical stage of project management. Project Workforce Estimating: Best Practices for Project Managers readers will also find: Aligned with standards such as the PMBOK Guide and Earned Value Management Systems Detailed exploration of global workforce estimation, project life cycle costing, and more A range of techniques and strategies suitable for any possible industry Project Workforce Estimating: Best Practices for Project Managers is ideal for project managers, PMPs, business analysts and consultants, executives and senior managers, and HR professionals.

This book offers ideas on ways to make better, more useful measurements in an increasingly challenging power system environment. The technology for computing and communicating information has evolved almost beyond recognition since power systems got started, and it is time to pay attention to the possibilities now available by correct consideration of the theoretical aspects of measurement. The first four chapters expound on measurement theory, and present ideas that give a foundation for the second part of the book. In the next four chapters, important measurements that are specific to the power system are scrutinized closely. Particular light is shone on reactive power, and the phasor measurement unit. The final chapter outlines ideas for further work, and the book includes an appendix that covers the important topic of uncertainty in measurement.

Rethink ideas as the real value to the future of your business in a technology-world where knowledge is increasingly a commodity In Ideas Don't Die. Companies Do. renowned voice on disruptive agility and executive Hari Abburi delivers an insightful framework for leaders to future proof their companies by creating an idea obsessed enterprise. In the book, you'll learn why ideas are more important than customers to disrupt the industry and marketplace. The author explains how to distinguish between ideas that are truly original and those that require strategic execution to differentiate them from other choices on the market. He offers key insights into how to glean information from other companies who have worked with the idea and how to apply that knowledge to your firm's own idea. Inside the book: Explanations of the "idea moat" that creates exponential value at one company as opposed to another that uses similar ideas Compelling answers to questions about idea timing, and why ideas that failed a few years ago can be successful today How to shift your company's focus from thinking customers to thinking ideas Perfect for managers, executives, entrepreneurs, founders, and other business leaders, Ideas Don't Die. Companies Do. will also benefit product team leaders and other innovators with a desire to bring new and exciting ideas to the market.

Comprehensive resource encompassing recent developments, current use cases, and future opportunities of AI in disease detection AI in Disease Detection discusses the integration of artificial intelligence to revolutionize disease detection approaches, with case studies of AI in disease detection as well as insight into the opportunities and challenges of AI in healthcare as a whole. The book explores a wide range of individual AI components such as computer vision, natural language processing, and machine learning as well as the development and implementation of AI systems for efficient practices in data collection, model training, and clinical validation. This book assists readers in assessing big data in healthcare and determining the drawbacks and possibilities associated with the implementation of AI in disease detection; categorizing major applications of AI in disease detection such as cardiovascular disease detection, cancer diagnosis, neurodegenerative disease detection, and infectious disease control, as well as implementing distinct AI methods and algorithms with medical data including patient records and medical images, and understanding the ethical and social consequences of AI in disease detection such as confidentiality, bias, and accessibility to healthcare. Sample topics explored in AI in Disease Detection include: Legal implication of AI in healthcare, with approaches to ensure privacy and security of patients and their dataIdentification of new biomarkers for disease detection, prediction of disease outcomes, and customized treatment plans depending on patient characteristicsAI's role in disease surveillance and outbreak detection, with case studies of its current usage in real-world scenariosClinical validation processes for AI disease detection models and how they can be validated for accuracy and effectiveness Delivering excellent coverage of the subject, AI in Disease Detection is an essential up-to-date reference for students, healthcare professionals, academics, and practitioners seeking to understand the possible applications of AI in disease detection and stay on the cutting edge of the most recent breakthroughs in the field.

A new edition of the most popular book of project management case studies, expanded to include more than 100 cases plus a "super case" on the Iridium Project Case studies are an important part of project management education and training.

Thorough reference on technologies, designs, and strategies for electric and hybrid electric vehicles, featuring contributions from international experts Designed for readers who need to review different types of electric and hybrid vehicle designs and strategies in a single book, Advancements in Smart Electric and Hybrid Vehicles provides a broad overview of the field with additional resources to explore individual topics in greater depth. Abstracts, case studies, references to key data, and relevant numerical simulations are included throughout the text to aid in reader comprehension. This book introduces the global landscape of hybrid and electric vehicles, covering the available technologies from both a mechanical and electrical engineering perspective, presenting mathematical aspects of modeling and analysis, and surveying emerging trends and economic impacts. This book also explains all fundamentals, regulations, policies, perceptions, and market competition aspects of intelligent electric vehicles, as well as how smart electric and hybrid vehicles can be utilized to reduce harmful emissions and reliance on fossil fuels over the lifecycle of a vehicle. Edited by a team of highly qualified academics and contributed to by an array of international experts, Advancements in Smart Electric and Hybrid Vehicles includes information on: Electric machine and inverter designs, maximum speed considerations, component cooling, power density, and material performance Battery systems, fuel cells, plug-in vehicles, mechanical drives and storage systems, and the role of power electronics tools Impact of trends and technologies like AI, machine vision, and digital twins, as well as related cyber security considerations Optimization of manufacturing waste, charging stations, sensing control, road trajectory prediction, and navigation systems Electrical interfaces to protect against electric shock and cost effectiveness compared to gasoline-powered vehicles Advancements in Smart Electric and Hybrid Vehicles is an essential reference on the subject for mechanical engineers, industrial engineers, and academic researchers working in the automotive sector. It is also an ideal learning resource for post-graduate students in the automotive field.

Practical reference on systematic accident prevention, investigative techniques, and contributing factors, derived from analysis of real accidents Accident Prevention and Investigation enables readers to reduce the number of accidents and casualties during experiments at universities by using new approaches based on scientific knowledge and data. Demonstrated through case studies illustrating successful implementation, the book explores alternate perspectives on mechanisms and contributing factors of accidents, derived from investigation of real accidents. Readers will first learn how accidents occur and understand how to prevent them. Next, they will learn how to use the discussed methods to conduct systematic accident prevention at universities, including fieldwork activities at sea. In this book, readers will find: Tools to understand how to apply different accident prevention methods depending on the logistics of an experiment Guidelines to investigate and analyze accidents and near-misses Information on accident theory, risk management, and safety management systems Specific challenges at universities and how to systematically incorporate accident investigation and prevention when faced with factors from multiple industry types Helpful checklists to aid readers in the practical application of accident reduction This book is an essential reference for faculty, researchers, and advanced students seeking to reduce the number of accidents on campus and in university-affiliated field work. It is also an ideal textbook for courses using a systematic approach to safety.

Understand the nature and applications of peptides with this clear and comprehensive guide Peptides are signaling molecules comprised of amino acids which play an important role in modulating certain physiological processes. They have a wide range of applications, particularly with respect to biological studies and therapeutical potentials. The explosive growth of peptide science in recent years and the variety of achievements in peptide drug discovery and related areas have made it an important area of study for new researchers and industry professionals. Peptide Science offers a clear, systematic overview of this burgeoning field and its major applications. Covering the chemistry, the pertinent technologies, and major existing therapies, it provides the tools required to integrate peptide research with virtually any area of research and development. Fully cognizant of the latest technological advances, it's a must-own for anyone looking to understand a vital field of chemistry. Peptide Science readers will also find: Through coverage of peptide hit generation technologies from nature, to various display libraries and to modern computational designs Detailed discussion of therapies for conditions including cancer, diabetes, infectious diseases, and more A section dedicated to key challenges and future directions in peptide therapeutics Peptide Science is ideal for industry professionals and researchers in organic chemistry, peptide science/chemistry, protein chemistry, biochemistry, and pharmaceutical sciences.

Understanding failures and disasters using case studies and simple engineering techniques Decoding Disasters provides illustrated failure case histories on a multitude of technologies and shows how engineering analysis can explain and help professionals understand them. For each case, the analysis technique is included so that the reader can adapt and apply it to their own situation. Different techniques are developed to show how the methods can be applied in various disciplines. This book guides readers to determine what likely occurred in each case with a minimum amount of data and without speculating. Each example in this book states the problem, theorizes a conceptual cause, verifies the cause by analysis (i.e. a mathematical model) and actual data, shows the use of the various engineering equations, and documents a solution. In this comprehensive guide, readers will learn about: Viewing disasters not solely as a matter of emergency response, but also more holistically as social constructs between natural extremes, human populations, and the built environment Economic, environmental, and human impacts of disasters How growth calculations can evaluate the past and present and be applied to likely future events Disasters stemming from shortcuts in the design process to meet the demands and needs of society This book is an excellent learning resource not only for practicing engineers, but also government and regulatory officials who can enact changes to prevent future repeat failures.

This book is a comprehensive guide to strigolactones' role in plant biology, growth, and sustainable agriculture. Strigolactones, a fascinating and rapidly evolving class of plant hormones, have garnered significant attention in plant biology over the past decade. Initially discovered for stimulating the germination of parasitic plants, strigolactones are now recognized as key regulators of numerous plant processes, including growth, development, and response to environmental stresses. Their multifaceted nature and wide-ranging impact on plant physiology make strigolactones a critical study area for researchers aiming to enhance crop yield, resilience, and overall agricultural productivity. This edited volume provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of knowledge on strigolactones, exploring their biosynthesis, signaling mechanisms, and practical applications in agriculture. The book collects contributions from leading experts in the field, offering a diverse and in-depth perspective on the various roles that strigolactones play in plant biology. The chapters in this volume cover a broad spectrum of topics, from the molecular and genetic basis of strigolactone biosynthesis to their interactions with other phytohormones and environmental factors. The book examines the regulatory functions of strigolactones in plant architecture, including shoot branching, root development, and leaf senescence, as well as their involvement in stress responses such as drought, salinity, and pathogen attack. Also highlighted are recent advancements in understanding strigolactone signaling pathways and the potential for genetic engineering to manipulate these hormones for crop improvement. Audience Plant biologists, agronomists, horticulturists, and agriculture industry professionals studying plant development to address agricultural challenges.

Practical guide to effectively communicate financial data, ideas, and insights to executives Communicating Financials to Executives delivers indispensable insights on how to clearly, effectively and productively communicate financials to executives across industries in an influential manner. In this book, finance practitioners and consultants Anders Liu-Lindberg and Christian Frantz Hansen deliver a five-step approach on how to get started, along with underlying theory explaining why each step is imperative to success. Special attention is placed on not just presenting data but doing so in a way that brings significant value to the table and creates an impact that leads to greater business success for the organisation. Topics explored in this book include: The executive decision-making process and how to tailor your approach to seamlessly integrate into itManaging the amount of detail in communications and knowing how to structure data appropriatelyVisual elements that can help better communicate data to individuals who aren't "numbers people"Specific struggles that financial and accounting professionals face in the modern business environmentHow to build management reports that are easily understood by executives and drive significant business value Communicating Financials to Executives earns a well-deserved spot on the bookshelves of all finance professionals seeking to better harvest the fruits of their labour by properly articulating ideas and insights to decision-makers within an organisation.