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Summary: This Book Made Me Money
Review: "Yeah, right" is likely what you're thinking when you see 'this book made me money', but let me explain.
My first-ever collection industry job started June 16th, 2004. Aside from the very good in-house training I received, I knew nothing of skip tracing, and wanted to be better than the rank newcomer I was. Here's an except from an email I sent to the author, Steven Kerry Brown:
'"I just wanted to thank you for writing CIG To Private Investigating.
Shortly after I was hired for my first-ever skip tracing job at a debt-buying firm here in California, I found and bought your book. Without exaggeration, the 2 chapters on tracing, along with the tips and tricks section, very much helped me win Employee of the Month in only 3 1/2
months. I work with VERY experienced tracers and this was a tremendous honor for me. As was the $100 cash that went along with it!"'
I'm still working at this company and still using this book to make myself money. From June 16 when I started to September 2004 when I won my award totaled 104 days. This book's smooth, flowing, informative and fresh style delivers facts, tips, tricks and resutls. What more can you ask of $18.95?
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Summary: A Must Buy For Both The Experienced And Novice Investigator.
Review: As a licensed private investigator, I must commend Mr. Steven Kerry Brown for writing a book that is, in my humble opinion, the best book currently in print covering the basic techniques/procedures of the private investigation profession. This book is of great value to both the experienced and novice investigator alike.
While there are many great titles available for specific areas of the private investigation profession, there are few good titles that cover the general aspects of private investigation; of those, this one is the best I've had the pleasure of reading. This book also contains detailed explanations of how to effectively employ the aforementioned techniques/procedures, including: tools of the trade, skip-tracing, employing public records, performing background investigations, interviews/interrogations, surveillance, and more. For the price, you should not think twice about adding this title to your investigative library.
I would also like to personally thank Mr. Brown for taking the time to send me multiple signed copies of this book.
As always, check with your local library or bookstore to see if you can read/review this or any title before deciding to make a purchase. This method has effectively allowed me to make the most of my investigative library budget.
I hope you found this review helpful. If I can be of further assistance, please feel free to contact me via email at MichaelBeltz@FALI.com. Respectfully submitted, MB.
Rating:
Summary: A Must Buy For Both The Experienced And Novice Investigator.
Review: As a licensed private investigator, I must commend Mr. Steven Kerry Brown for writing a book that is, in my opinion, the best book currently in print regarding the private investigation profession. This book is of great use to both the experienced and novice investigator. While there are many great titles available for specific areas of the investigtion profession, there are few good titles that cover the general aspects of private investigation - this one is the best. For the price, you should not think twice about adding this title to your investigative library.
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Summary: One of the best!
Review: As an experienced Private Investigator in the State of Idaho I am always looking for reading material associated with my profession. More than a few associates recommended "The Complete Idiot's Guide to Private Investigating" but, I shied away because of the title. I've always considered myself an experienced professional not a newbie so I let my pride get in the way. Well, after a few more associates recommended the book I had to order it to see for myself if it was as good as everyone said. I must say I am very impressed. Lots of information laid out in such a way that anyone from beginner to experienced can comprehend. My suggestion whether you are an experienced investigator or just starting out is to read this book from front to back!
Rating:
Summary: almost perfect
Review: Covers a wide array of PI subjects and goes into adequate detail on most. Re-inforces his points with good stories from his experiences that make the book enjoyable as well as informative. I wish he had included more stories and also product & brand recommendations and more resources. Great book. Nice guy, met him at a book signing in Jacksonville, FL
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Summary: The only book you'll need
Review: From locating missing persons, tapping phones, performing background checks to doing surveillance, setting up nanny cams and becoming a PI, this book has it all and is the only book a person could need on the topic. Not only has the author revealed fascinating details about a world most of us never know, he does it in a fun, lighthearted manner with a clear command of the topic stemming from his years of experience in the FBI and running his own PI firm. Particularly intersting for me was the section on background checks and nanny cams. Besides the basic meaty content of the book, it contains tips, defines PI lingo, discusses dangers, and shares interesting facts. It contains numerous resources, is easy to read, well organized with summaries at the end of each chapter, and fun. Don't waste any money on other resources until you've read this book-it's the only one you'll need.
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Summary: One great book.. by a great author
Review: I needed a book I could really sink my teeth into, get the inside info on a new career. Well, Stevens' book was the one and only book I have needed. It is concise, professional, and easy to read. The additional tips and notes are there for easy reference. Not only that, Steven has been a great support to me and that is rare in this world today. If you are interested in this industry, this book is the one for you.
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Summary: Fantastic Book
Review: I'm a retired police officer from a major, metropolitan department who is now starting up a private investigations business. I've read other, "The Complete Idiot's Guide to..." books and have enjoyed their format, style and content. This volume is no exception.The author, Steven Kerry Brown, does an excellent job of covering the basics and many advanced techniques for conducting private investigations. He also provides guidelines for starting and building a profitable business. The book is informative, entertaining and comprehensive. I recommend it for any law enforcement personnel who are considering P.I. work. It will help focus your established investigative skills toward the private market with an eye on profitability. Plus, it's fun to read. The book will also serve as an introduction and resource for anyone interested in working for a licensed P.I. It will give you a fundamental understanding of the principles and practices of the job and help you express yourself more precisely during employment interviews. There are a variety of solid books on investigative topics available to help you hone your skills, but so far this is my choice for "Private Investigating 101."
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Summary: The Complete Idiot's Guide to Private Investigating
Review: I'm a retired police officer from a major, metropolitan department who is now starting up a private investigations business. I've read other, "The Complete Idiot's Guide to..." books and have enjoyed their format, style and content. This volume is no exception. The author, Steven Kerry Brown, does an excellent job of covering the basics and many advanced techniques for conducting private investigations. He also provides guidelines for starting and building a profitable business. The book is informative, entertaining and comprehensive. I recommend it for any law enforcement personnel who are considering P.I. work. It will help focus your established investigative skills toward the private market with an eye on profitability. Plus, it's fun to read. The book will also serve as an introduction and resource for anyone interested in working for a licensed P.I. It will give you a fundamental understanding of the principles and practices of the job and help you express yourself more precisely during employment interviews. There are a variety of solid books on investigative topics available to help you hone your skills, but so far this is my choice for "Private Investigating 101."
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Summary: Make Your Ex Support His Children
Review: In 1992 my ex-husband took our daughter
and fled to Georgia. Of course leaving me in Washington state. I got the
child back but since then child support was hit and miss. In August of last
year the child support stopped all together. I would call my caseworker at
support enforcement every few months and finally realized that if you want
something done, do it yourself. Not knowing where to start I called a
private agency specializing in collecting child support payments. They
wanted 34% of what is owed to your child. I felt that was robbery, so I
bought The Complete Idiot's Guide to Private Investigating. I was on page
98 of the book when I started my hunt. It took me four hours and the only
thing I paid for was 2 phone calls at seven cents a minute. Not too bad for
my first try. I now have a lien against his property, drivers license,
hunting and fishing license, and his income tax return. The amount owed to me was $7,566.62 as the author said in this book "not too
shabby for 4 hours worth of work" THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU FOR WRITING THIS BOOK .
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