Books by Jan Young

TW Index is a complete and detailed index of everything that has appeared in the SDC Turning Wheels magazine since its inception in 1972. Of greatest importance are the advice items that are indexed by subject (engines, brakes, steering, etc.) including all individual letters that appear in the Co-Operator column. Historical items are also indexed by subject as well as by the vehicle (model and year) they relate to. If you own, for instance, a 1959 Hawk, TW Index will give you instant access to everything that has been published about your car and much more.Indexed by model, year, AND subject matter, TW Index is detailed and comprehensive, making it easy to find the information you need. Each listing, of course, refers you to the specific issue of "Turning Wheels" and cites the page on which the item begins.TW Index is, in effect, the organization you have always wanted to do, but have never gotten around to. With TW Index, both technical and non-technical information is at your fingertips and the incredible array of expertise that appears monthly in Turning Wheels is suddenly accessible. It's almost like having the Turning Wheels editorial staff at your shoulder. Rated "excellent" by Fred Fox and Bob Palma. Volume 1 of Turning Wheels Index includes issues of Turning Wheels from 1972 through 1992 by subject, model, and year. All Co-operator letters are detailed in an "advice" section. Volume 1 contains 10,711 references on 159 pages. Volume 2 of Turning Wheels Index includes issues of Turning Wheels from 1993 through 2009 by subject, model, and year. Like Volume 1, all Co-operator letters are detailed in an "advice" section. Volume 2 contains 9.995 references on 158 pages. Volume 3 of Turning Wheels Index includes issues of Turning Wheels from 2010 through 2021 with 7,588 references on 122 pages.

Many small volunteer and non-profit organizations have their own sources of funds, but do not have the resources to employ professional accountants to keep the books. Usually a volunteer steps in and agrees to do the work. Commonly, the organization's treasurer takes custody of its funds, assures that they are securely and profitably invested, manages inflows and expenses, deals with and manages obligations to the government, and prepares reports. The organization expects integrity, precision, consistency and reliability in return and judges the treasurer's performance accordingly. Becoming a volunteer treasurer can involve a significant learning curve. Jan Young spent thirty years as treasurer for a small church and experienced it in full. His book is intended to help both the new and the experienced volunteer treasurer by presenting a primer on the required methods and procedures and by including a number of valuable recommendations on taxes, budgets, audits and more.

The United States Constitution is the most important document ever created in the USA and one of the half-dozen or so most important ever written by humankind. Almost all of us know that the Constitution exists. And almost all of us know a few of its key provisions. But few of us have a detailed understand and fewer still have actually read it. The Constitution is not difficult. The original document is only four pages long and is generally clear and easily understood. But with the amendments, reading it becomes more time-consuming. This book contains a brief history and description of the US Constitution and its Amendments, starting with the original document and proceeding through the Amendments, one at a time, all in chronological order. It includes un-ratified amendments and some that have been proposed but have not been approved by Congress. A discussion of the highlights of some State Constitutions is included. Technical terms are explained and a full index is provided.

TW Index is a complete and detailed index of everything that has appeared in the SDC Turning Wheels magazine since its inception in 1972. Of greatest importance are the advice items that are indexed by subject (engines, brakes, steering, etc.), model AND year including all individual letters that appear in the Co-Operator column. Historical items are also indexed by subject as well as by the vehicle (model and year) they relate to. If you own, for instance, a 1959 Hawk, TW Index will give you instant access to everything that has been published about your car and much more. Each listing, of course, refers you to the specific issue of "Turning Wheels" and cites the page on which the item begins. Rated "excellent" by Fred Fox and Bob Palma. Volume 1 of Turning Wheels Index includes issues of Turning Wheels from 1972 through 1992 with 10,711 references on 159 pages. Volume 2 of Turning Wheels Index includes 1993 through 2009 with 9,995 references on 158 pages.

This engineering guide is intended as an introduction for senior management and process engineers in the logistics, manufacturing and distribution industries. It explains what can and what cannot be accomplished with a program of cycle counting. It describes how cycle counting should be structured and how it should fit into the organization. It reviews the math required to determine the optimum level of cycle counting and lays out a sample cycle counting program that includes the training required, both for the workers who actually perform the counts and for the supervisors who direct them and use the results. It discusses the reasons why full physical inventories may be necessary, the problems associated with accuracy, and the circumstances under which they can be eliminated. It reviews inventory-taking processes and discusses training and auditing requirements and can serve as a guide for the auditors and supervisors who specify and control the process.

Ever used a consultant? Ever had a problem with a consultant? This executive briefing outlines tested and proven best practices in the selection of consultants and in the management of relationships with them. Although there are risks, the risk of engaging a properly managed consultant is probably lower than the risk of hiring a new employee. Choosing and Using a Consultant is intended for senior and middle management. It includes a model consulting contract and a model statement of ethics.

How often have you been driving, say on a cross-country trip, and have flashed by a sign that says, "Historical Marker, 1 mile?" How often have you stopped to read the sign? How often have you wondered what you would have discovered if you had stopped? Well, if you're like me, the answers are: often, almost never, and almost always. There never seems to be time, the markers, although announced, can be hard to find, and then there's the question of where to park and how to get from the car to the marker and back safely. One doubts that it's worthwhile. But yet there's that nagging feeling that maybe it would be fascinating. This book is a sampling of two hundred eighty four of the thousands of real-life historical markers that exist on our roads and highways. Each is accompanied by detailed location information and by an expansion of the often-brief inscription. Writing it satisfied my curiosity. It's very likely it will satisfy yours too.