Background
Garvin, Andrew Paul was born on July 24, 1945 in New York City. Son of Gene G. and Nora (Sheldon) London.
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Too many times, key business decisions are based on insufficient facts, inaccurate data, or just plain guesswork. In today's competitive world, how many wrong decisions can you afford to make? Getting the right information when you need it can literally make the difference between success and failure. In this updated edition of his landmark book, information expert Andrew Garvin reveals the secrets to becoming the kind of person who can acquire valuable information quickly, easily, and economically. He tells you how to raise your "information consciousness" so you can ask the right answers. He provides all the "how-to" basics to help you identify the most useful data within the multitude of sources available today - including the Internet - and then to manage it in an organized, focused manner. In clear, straightforward language, Garvin explains how to put the most powerful tool available - information - to work for you in your business and career. The next time you have to make a decision, develop a strategy, or write a report, don't rely on assumptions. Use the power of knowledge to give yourself the winning edge. Let The Art of Being Well Informed be your guide to success.
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consultant author information company executive
Garvin, Andrew Paul was born on July 24, 1945 in New York City. Son of Gene G. and Nora (Sheldon) London.
Bachelor of Arts, Yale University, 1967; Master of Science, Columbia University, 1968.
Correspondent, Newsweek magazine, New York City, 1967-1968; vice president, Four Elements, Inc., New York City, 1968-1969; co-founder, president, FIND SVP, Inc., New York City, since 1970; co-founder, president, Information Clearing House, Inc., New York City, since 1970. Board directors Esquire Comm., Inc.
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Chairman National Information Conference and Exposition, Washington, 1979. Member Information Industry Association (director 1979-1982 Product of Year award 1974), Association Information Managers (director 1978-1982), American Marketing Association, American Management Association, Special Libraries Association, St. Elmo Society (treasurer 1974-1981), Young President' Organization.
Married second Linda Gail Bernstein, October 1, 1983. Children: Kira, Jeffrey.