“A goldmine of ingenious ways to cut corners by cutting down on the time,
energy and money you spend.”
book reviews
“Ken
Cooper is a master of cutting corners and finding ways to beat the system.”
– Moneysworth |
“Here
is an enjoyable collection of common sense ways to cut down on time, energy and money we
waste in everyday life ... some of the tips are hilarious.”
– SSC Booknews |
“Readers are sure to pick up a few tips they can use, and will undoubtedly
chuckle a bit in the process.”
– Publishers Weekly |
“This is a witty and interesting look at how to make the most effective use of
one’s time.”
– Library Journal |
overview
We live in a crowded world filled with too many people
trying to do the same thing at the same time. The complications of everyday life eat up
much of our time and energy and prevent us from doing what we want to do.
But there are people who seem to glide through life
avoiding the hassles and problems that plague the rest of us. They manipulate the system
and its people because they know how the system operates. They know how to get things done
quicker, easier and cheaper.
Ken Cooper is one of these fortunate souls, and in his book
he shares his inside information with the rest of us. He presents a goldmine of ingenious
ways to live off-peak and avoid the crowds, to cut corners by cutting out unnecessary
steps, and to pay less for more. We learn hundreds of wonderful tricks for handling every
aspect of our lives with the least hassle.
table of contents
1: BECOMING AN INSIDER
The philosophy of Easier, Faster and Cheaper
Important People Psychology
Your Choices
2: CONCERNING YOUR BODY
Dealing with the Healthcare System
Avoid Waiting at the Doctor’s Office
Getting Insurance Forms Filled Out
Busy and Slack Periods by Medical Specialty
Medical Supplies
Dealing with an Emergency Room
Hospital Care
Personal Safety
Adjusting to Your Body Cycles
3: THE IMPORTANT PERSON AT HOME
Home Insurance
Storing What You Have
Minimizing Your Energy Costs
Home Maintenance
Taking Care of Your Plant Life
Buying a Home
Rating a Home for Livability
The Efficient Kitchen
Cooking Faster and Easier
4: TRAVEL: GETTING THERE FASTER
Travel Agents
Airline Travel
Automobile Travel
Buying a New Car
Buying a Used Car
Keeping Your Car Running
Keeping Your Car Moving
Keeping Your Car Parked
The Ticket Game
Automobile Insurance
Driving Lessons
Train Travel
5: SERVICE WITH A SMILE
Financial Services
Getting a Loan
Restaurant Service
Dealing with the Post Office
Peak Patterns for a Variety of Services
6: UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL
Breaking Free of Telephone Slavery
Finding a Job
Miscellany
7: GRAPPLING WITH THE GOVERNMENT
8: CONSUME OR BE CONSUMED
Handling Credit
Getting Computer Billing Errors Fixed
Handling Consumer Problems
Saving Time with Mail Order
Bargaining for a Deal
Consumer Books
Miscellaneous Hints
9: FILLING UP ON R&R
The Off-Peak Sporting Life
Theme Parks
Entertainment
Gambling
APPENDIX A: CONTRIBUTORS OF INSIDER’S HINTS
APPENDIX B: MEDIA COVERAGE
BIBLIOGRAPHY
SEND IN YOUR HINTS
INDEX |
