2000 Business Owner's Reporting and Compliance Manual:: Tax and Employment Law

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The aging of the baby boomers could cause a severe labor shortage--an "economic catastrophe"--and many businesses are unprepared, according to Beverly Goldberg. In Age Works, Goldberg says there are not enough younger workers to replace the mass of retiring baby boomers in the coming decades. If businesses are to succeed amid "this demographic shock wave," they need to adopt a "new social contract" with workers, especially skilled ones. A lot of older workers are currently retiring early because of downsizing and age discrimination, writes Goldberg, vice president of the Century Foundation, a New York think tank. She writes: "Corporate America will be forced to create a work environment that will turn a graying, disillusioned workforce into eager workers. This challenge is enormous." Goldberg points to corporations such as McDonald's and Days Inn that are already creating the sorts of flexible, part-time jobs with benefits and promotion opportunities that attract retirees back to work. She details how Oracle and GTE fill technology jobs with innovative training programs for older workers. Age Works is intriguing reading for business leaders worried about their future staffing needs, as well as for anyone interested in the far-reaching effects of aging baby boomers on the economy as a whole. --Dan Ring

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We Americans have always thought of ourselves as a young country -- brash, innovative, full of vigor. However, the uncomfortable truth is that America is getting older. The nation's median age was twenty-five in the 1960s, but today more than half of us are over thirty-five. By the middle of the next century, there will be more Americans in their seventies than in their teens. This demographic shift will transform all aspects of our society, but nowhere will its effects be more evident than in America's workplaces. In ten years, the massive baby-boom generation will begin to reach retirement age, but few companies have paid attention to the fact that there are not enough younger workers to replace them. The challenge to corporate America, as Beverly Goldberg argues in Age Works, is to reinvent the workplace to make it better fit the needs of all employees, especially the older workers it must retain in order to thrive.

The task will not be easy. The waves of downsizing, outsourcing, and cost-cutting of the 1980s and 1990s created a generation of disillusioned employees, many of whom now eagerly look forward to retirement as a way to escape the anxieties of corporate life. More Americans than ever are retiring early, but what is most surprising about these early retirees is that they are not spending their days playing tennis, golf, or shuffleboard. Rather, they are starting businesses, doing volunteer work, and pursuing intellectual interests. They are working, just not within the corporate world.

The challenge to the business community, Goldberg argues, is to find ways to hold on to these talented individuals. Age Works shows how corporations such as Whirlpool, GTE, and Days Inns have changed their corporate cultures to be more receptive to the needs of older workers. Goldberg debunks the myths about older workers' capabilities, showing how forward-looking companies have successfully taught high-tech skills to a generation that was not brought up with computers. She also proposes innovative reforms for the way we think about the concept of retirement itself, offering new ways of thinking about pensions, Social Security, mentoring programs, flex-time, and flex jobs.

With effective tips for rebuilding company loyalty without making guarantees of lifetime employment, Age Works is an indispensable guide for employers who must respond to a rapidly changing workforce. It is also essential reading for all Americans who are concerned about our nation's economic vitality in the twenty-first century.

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Age Works.......2000-08-26

If managers think they have problems attracting and retaining human capital in today's economy, they haven't seen anything yet. Get set for the massive wave of retirements over the next ten (10) years. Beverly Goldberg conveys a compelling picture of why managers need to learn the value of recognizing, retraining, and retaining older workers. Age Works is a wakeup call to those caught up in the wastefulness of our "throw away" society. Older workers are a precious resource that can ill afford to be squandered. Ms. Goldberg demonstrates a better path and presents concrete ways for managers to benefit from the graying of America.

Where to find older workers?.......2000-04-13

I read Age Works with great interest since I have been involved with this problem for 25 years and have recently published a web site exclusively for older workers. It is a free non- profit referral service. Go to seniorjobbank.org

Where Have All the Workers Gone?.......2000-03-06

Workers these days are like snow shovels in a South Carolina blizzard - not enough to go around. Some of the causes are simple statistics: economy up, unemployment down, working-age population falling, employers' demand outstripping supply. But others are cultural. Large corporations, the traditional source of jobs, are often perceived as uncaring engines of depletion, exhaustion, and downsizing. The young are choosing options, from lifestyle to stock, while workplace veterans opt for the dignity of early retirement over the desolation of forced termination. Employers' alternatives are stark: expand their supply, increase their appeal, or prepare for shortfalls and belt-tightening. Recruitment, retention, recession - remorse.

Were companies to examine their own assumptions on hiring and firing, they would find a pervasive and self-destructive premise: old is bad. But as Beverly Goldberg argues in _Age Works_, employers - indeed, society as a whole - have built this premise on an ill-considered, ill-defined congeries of prejudices and presuppositions. Believe it or not, Americans age 55 and above take fewer sick days, adapt to new technologies successfully, and are more loyal to their employer than are their colleagues thirty years younger. And perhaps more importantly, they may be the only untapped workforce available. As hidebound organizations throw fortunes at untested youth, others more far-seeing (including Travelers, GTE, and Baxter Health Care) actively recruit, train, and depend upon senior workers. In a shrinking labor market, corporations and their HR departments may find a surprising competitive advantage in coaxing older employees away from the brink of an often sterile and impoverished retirement.

Eager to dismiss this challenge to their standard practices, naysayers and doomsayers will demand proof. Fortunately _Age Works_ reads more like a position paper than a business book, and like any good position paper, it's loaded with facts. Age Works is the ideal volume for anyone itching for a statistical analysis of the American workforce 1950-2050, in all its hues and strata. Arguably Goldberg's love of statistics verges on addiction, but in the pharmacy of authorial dependence, statistics are a pretty benign habit. More distracting, although again less than fatal, is the book's policy-wonk style. Goldberg stands foursquare in the school of tell-`em-what-you're-going-to-tell-`em, tell-`em-, tell-`em-what-you-told-`em, and _Age Works_ sometimes reads like an executive summary that cannot bear to end.

Nonetheless, _Age Works_ is a cogent, serious, undeniably well-supported piece. Even those who resist the proposed solutions (admittedly the book's weakest section) will find the diagnosis difficult to dispute. Like it or not, America's workforce will continue to grow smaller and grayer over the next twenty years. And by the time the population bounces back, corporations' hiring practices will have appealed to all ages - or to none.

Graying Means Payoff.......2000-03-03

For a decade we've heard a steady chorus of despair about the graying of America--that graying means paying, in the words of one leading credit. Beverly Goldberg, in this carefully researched, tightly argued, fluidly written, and ultimately extremely important book, shows us a different path. She demonstrates that older Americans are a potential boon to the economy and to the bottom line of forward thinking companies. She shows that they are a group that brings considerable experience and great stability to those that will make use of their talents. And she supplies a roadmap for how we can get there--as indivuals, as companies, and as a society. A great read and a great contribution to the growing body of literature about navigating what may well be the great demographic transition in our country's history, the aging of America.

Powerful ideas re: the aging workplace.......2000-02-29

Since the idea of totally retiring is not something that appeals to me, I found the suggestions for building different kinds of flexible work arrangements very thought-provoking. The numbers in the first couple of chapters will help build a compelling case for allowing those who want such arrangements to have them. I also found the stories of those who wanted out fascinating-they are an indictment of companies for the ways they handled downsizing and mergers. It clearly is time for all businesses to rethink their dealings with the people who work for them and to reconsider the value of older workers.

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Insect infestations in grains and other stored food and fibre products cause annual losses worth many millions of dollars worldwide. This illustrated guide enables specialists and non-specialists to distinguish the major pests of durable stored products found throughout the world.

It describes how to identify each pest group or species and summarises the latest information on their biology, ecology, geographical distribution, the damage they cause and their economic importance. Hundreds of colour photographs illustrate the identifying features of the most important beetles, moths, psocids, bugs and wasps found in stored products.

Essential details on inspection and trapping are included to aid in the early detection of infestations, allowing more time to plan and undertake effective pest control. An extensive bibliography provides a convenient entry point to the specialised literature on these insects.

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This work offers a comprehensive presentation of the identification, biology, ecology and sampling of insect pests in stored foods, and provides a balanced ciew of the biological, physical and chemical control methods used in pest management. It furnishes step-by-step procedures for creating individually tailored integrated pest management programmes. Every available method of control is covered.

Some little-known insects affecting stored vegetable products: A collection of articles detailing certain original observations made upon insects of this ... of Agriculture. Division of Entomology)

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Some little-known insects affecting stored vegetable products: A collection of articles detailing certain original observations made upon insects of this ... of Agriculture. Division of Entomology)
F. H Chittenden
Manufacturer: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, Division of Entomology
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Unknown Binding

Vegetables | Gardening & Horticulture | Home & Garden | Subjects | Books
ASIN: B0008AEOWW

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SOME LITTLE-KNOWN INSECTS AFFECTING STORED VEGETABLE PRODUCTS; A COLLECTION OF ARTICLES DETAILING CERTAIN ORIGINAL OBSERVATIONS MADE UPON INSECTS OF THIS CLASS.
F. Chittenden
Manufacturer: U.S. Department of Agriculture
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000WQGQF0

Stored product protection: A period of transition

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Stored product protection: A period of transition
David K Mueller
Manufacturer: Insects Ltd
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Unknown Binding

Beetles Associated With Stored Products in Canada: An Identification Guide (Publication, 1837)

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Beetles Associated With Stored Products in Canada: An Identification Guide (Publication, 1837)
Yves Bousquet
Manufacturer: Canadian Government Pub Centre
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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Annotated list of the insects and mites associated with stored grain and cereal products, and of their arthropod parasites and predators (Miscellaneous ... / United States Department of Agriculture)

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Annotated list of the insects and mites associated with stored grain and cereal products, and of their arthropod parasites and predators (Miscellaneous ... / United States Department of Agriculture)
R. T Cotton
Manufacturer: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Unknown Binding

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ASIN: B00088SRX6

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Thorough coverage is given to cell mechanics, chromosomes, Mend elian genetics, sex determination, mutations and alleles, bacterial and viral genetics, biochemistry, immunogenetics, genetic engineering, probability, and statistics.

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Lots of mistakes.......2003-08-09

The book looks great at first but after you start solving the problems you see there are many mistakes and miss errors. Needs to be seriously revised.

A MUST-BUY REVIEW.......2001-03-30

One of the best Genetics Review Textbook I have ever read before.A highly recommended guide to study and solve problems of Genetics which is the most difficult field among the Biological Sciences.It explains very concisely complex problems related to Population Genetics,Mapping,Probabilities,and Genetic Engineering.There are lot of short answer questions for review.Excellent for undergraduate courses as well as for professional admissions tests.

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The Genetics Problem Solver

Manufacturer: Research & Education Assn
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: 9997957962

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Bradt's ever popular Tanzania has the latest information on planning a trip, whether visitors are seeking advice on independent travel or all-inclusive safaris in luxury game lodges. The main attractions of the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and lakes Victoir and Tanganyika are covered in depth, with supporting advice on how to get the most out of photographic equipment, combating danger from hippos, crocodiles, and snakes, recommended ground tour operators, interaction with local cultures, and communicating in Swahili.

Features include:
>Coverage of every corner of the readily explorable country
>Comprehensive details of lodges, safaris, and the great wildlife-watching opportunities on offer
>Zanzibar and Pemba Islands, climbing Kilimanjaro, and exploring the national parks
>Tanzania's well-developed infrastructure

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OK - I admit it...
OK - I admit it...

Zanzibar, 5th: The Bradt Travel Guide
David Else , and Heather Tyrell
Manufacturer: Bradt Travel Guides
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

General | Africa | Travel | Subjects | Books

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ASIN: 1841620637

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Zanzibar: The Bradt Travel Guide was first published in 1983, becoming the first travel guide to concentrate exclusively on Zanzibar and Pemba. This fifth edition updates every aspect of travel on the island, from getting to Zanzibar and island transport links to sourcing hotels and creating individual itineraries from the selection of landmarks, markets, and activities detailed in the guide. Fascinating background on the history and culture of the islands--including festivals, arts and crafts, a thorough section on land and marine wildlife, and a guide to the architectural treasures of Stone Town--will help travelers discover many aspects of Zanzibar. Additionally, essential information on health, watersports, and the Swahali language makes this the complete guide.

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OK - I admit it..........2003-04-06

I'm the author of this book! But just thought I'd get the ball rolling. I have visited the islands of Zanzibar many times since the mid-1980s. Until recently, the greatest impression the islands made on me was the 'un-spoiltness' of it all. This was mainly due to the local political situation and the efforts required by travellers just to reach Zanzibar. In 1985, for example, before the days of high-speed catamarans, the intending visitor had to contend with long and uncomfortable dhow-rides !! However, since then many new hotels have been built and the transport services from the mainland have definitely improved. More visitors come to Zanzibar now than ever before, but it's still only a trickle compared to some other tourist destinations in Africa. Although Zanzibar may have lost some of its isolation, many parts of the islands still retain their unique atmosphere of peace, charm and remoteness. It's always a pleasure to return to Zanzibar to write a new edition. Things have changed, but I'm pretty sure we've got most things in this new book. It's certainly larger than the last edition! I hope you enjoy the book, and I hope you enjoy Zanzibar.

OK - I admit it..........2003-04-06

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This best-selling novel depicts a young girl's summer romance, the consequences that follow, and the lessons she learns about the importance of sexual purity.

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Good, but very flawed........2007-03-15

Let me make this clear first and foremost. I am not a religous person. I do not believe in God. I did not choose this book because of it religous undertones. I chose this book because of its perspective on adoption. I am an adoptee. Now as an adoptee, this book worked on many levels for me. I allowed me to gain an insight (even if the main character is fictional) into what a 16 year-old girl who gave birth would be like. Considering my own adoption was done until 1987, and the book wasn't printed until 1982, it allowed me to travel back in time, metephorically speaking of course. From a reader's standpoint, the book's main character Julie has no believeability in my opinion. No one is that naive (even in 1982!!) about pregnancy or STD's. The supporting character's are all serotypes right out of a Lifetime TV movie. And sadly, the book is really short. It is under 200 pages. Granted I did enjoy that Julie's character actually did arc as should all character who have a life changing event, but it came a little too late for me. As for all of the religous aspects of the novel, they turned me off. I did not start reading this book to be preached at. I read it because I thought it was about adoption, and its impact on the birthmother, but I was mistaken. The religous parts will probably turn off others as well, considering they are overbearing. Central to the ploint because the author chose to write from that view, but not central to the reader's enjoyment. Also the points on adoption don't really come into the book until the last 3 chapters. Again too little too late for me. However, the book was a nice, short read. But utimately I was annoyed with the lack of adoption info and the overabundance of the religion.

Could be more realistic.......2006-02-09

While the overall content of teen sex and pregnancy was realistic, I had to laugh at poor Julie's hospital experiences. I was hoping with the newest addition, it might be more believable. Having worked in a hosptial OB unit since 1989, I have yet to give a laboring mom an enema, nor do we use cold sterile delivery rooms.( I could see where this might have been believable in the early eighties edition of the book, but it should have been deleted in the 1995 edition and most definitely the most recent one). I think the author could have kept in mind that most people (especially teens) have watched one of the many true birth stories on TV and could be given better info than the delivery in the book. If it was made to scare teens into abstinance, it would be better to have it more believable than to try to scare them with a humiliating hospital experience. Most OB's are women these days, and almost everyone gets an epidural well before they are too uncomfortable!

Good Book.......2005-10-08

This is a book that I think every girl should read. It is pretty grown up, so I dont think a girl should read it if under the age of 15. I am 17 and had to ask my mom questions. This is an awsome story to give anyonewho is not worried about getting pregant. I love that they said that God adoptes us into his family. The ending was wonderful and made me cry. I think this book tells girls with no mom or other adult everything they need to know. Read it!!

WARNING--Review Cotains Spoilers !.......2005-05-04

If a book is published by a Christian publishing house and is for teens, I will most likely read it. I'm not too picky.

I gave this book three stars, so I will start with the positive: the information on STI's was very up to date. It gave the best description of sex and birth I've ever read in a Christian novel that was realistic yet not graphic. I did enjoy the characters, and it was a quick read that made me think.

However, I found the whole "ice cream" thing just plain cheesy. Honestly. When Kyle suggests to Julie sex with him will be like ice cream, she actually thinks, "Gee...what if I had waited until I'm 25 to try ice cream?" I found that a little hard to fathom. And if Kyle is also a virgin, how does he know what sex is like?

Despite my qualms, I don't regret reading the book. It was a quick read that made me think. I would definitely suggest it for younger girls (13, maybe?) starting to maybe consider sex. Julie seems a little too naive for a modern day 16 year old, but maybe I'm just jaded.

A very eye-opening book!!.......2003-08-16

Just Like Ice Cream is a great book about a teenager who has a summer fling and becomes pregnant. The book follows her struggle to decide what to do. She debates all the options with an adult friend who is a Christian. The book is wonderful without being preachy. Another book you might want to read is If I'd Only Known... by Edee Wilcox. The subject matter is the same - a sexually active teen, but the main character doesn't end up pregnant. This book focuses mainly on the emotional aspects of being a sexually active teen through the eyes of the teen.

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Just Like Ice Cream

Manufacturer: Ronald Haynes
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: 0880210699

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Young adult story dealing with first love, first relationship, pregnancy, and self esteem.

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Just Like Ice Cream

Manufacturer: Ronald N. Hayes Publishers
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Mass Market Paperback
ASIN: B000GYKU64

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