A single reference source that captures and defines the shifts of language and culture taking place all across the country

This comprehensive compilation contains 5,000 contemporary slang terms from over forty subject areas, including words from Wall Street, politics, health and medicine, sports, teen talk, car talk, music, education, travel, and more

Remember names, details, and facts with the most effective memory system ever. The step-by-step guide that assesses your present memory quotient and shows you how your memory works, "10 Days to a Sharper Memory" will help you:
-- Remember the names and faces of people you meet
-- Establish a system for remembering everything from famous quotes to where you parked the car
-- Remember dates, telephone numbers, addresses, prices, and more
-- Use ingenious systems and techniques to memorize facts
-- Keep your memory sharp with easy exercises you can do in your spare time.

Written by an expert in the field, this book has the tools you need to become a relaxed, effective, and commanding public speaker. A clear, concise, step-by-step approach with dozens of inside tips, "10 Days to More Confident Public Speaking" will help you:
-- Overcome nervousness and discover your own natural style
-- Connect with your audience with your very first words
-- Write a speech that builds to an unforgettable conclusion
-- Expertly blend humor and anecdotes into your talks
-- Use proven techniques to memorize your speech