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Ham Radio Boost: Lessons Learned in Amateur Radio Kindle Edition

by Lucien Koch (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.7 out of 5 stars 43 ratings
"New hams (and old hams) will find lots of practical advice in this book. It won’t help you operate the latest digital mode, or help you work more DX, but it will help you get more out of amateur radio." -Dan, KB6NU, author and blogger

Whether you are an experienced ham or just beginning your amateur radio journey, this book will inspire you to try new things, think differently about the hobby, and get a boost in your ham radio life. From challenging yourself more to sharing your experiences with other hams, from resisting the siren call of new gear to finally learning Morse code: in this little book, Lucien reflects his own radio lessons and provides you with tips and tricks to overcome your stumbling blocks – and bring your ham radio experience to a new level.

Contents:

10 things I've learned
Be a cool kid—be a ham!
Wasting time on the internet
Living the ham spirit
You got ears—learn to use them
Obsession is our enemy
Spending money on gear doesn't make you happy
Great plans, no results
Operating in public: enjoy the spotlight!
Get a grip on the 'dabble disease'
Challenge yourself
'Miracle products' or designs
Lost in confusion: the world of online reviews
Textbook perfectionism
Antenna restrictions? I'll pay extra!
CW: lessons learned in humility
Soldering connectors: patience pays
Buy cheap, buy twice
No boxes needed: think for yourself
Finishing projects (or not)
QSL cards: a neverending story
In with the new: breaking habits
Sharing is caring
Nice to meet you on QRZ.com
Forums—home of the flame wars
Don't press the red button
Keep it real: stay true to your abilities
When WD-40 goes wrong
Hoarding information
Let's go outside: don't be a ham loner
Keep your head up
Bashing your national radio club (or those who bash it)
Commitment is king
Who needs to prepare?
Be open to change
Don't be a quitter

Lucien, call sign DH7LM, combines his experience as a ham with his background in consulting and coaching as well as his interest in our psychological quirks to help you get the most out of the hobby.

Start boosting your ham radio experience today!
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B06WGPX5JR
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 13, 2017
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 410 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 75 pages
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  • MATTHEW S. WEIRICH KN4VLT
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great ham Radio book
    Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2020
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    I found this to be a very well written book for amateur radio operators of all classes and in all countries
    I live in the United States and hold a technician class license
    And found many useful tips
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book
    Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2021
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    Excellent book, very enjoyable and informative. The author comes across as a very nice person and the information he shares can be put to good use. I will recommend. Thank you.
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  • Admiral
    4.0 out of 5 stars I think Lucien has gone some way to making a useful reference for new hams
    Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2018
    I am a Philosopher (BA) from University of London and a new ham, VR2YUM. I therefore have much in common with the author. I think Lucien has gone some way to making a useful reference for new hams. I echo his feelings on pretty much all issues. I would have said this book was very much a work in progress and could have been a really useful tome, had he spent a little more time and added pictures and drawings of some of his first builds and mistakes. Soldering a PL59 is a good example, as is building a magnetic loop antenna. There was some good advice here but I feel you should write a second edition and really rethink the content focus and add some pictures. Maybe a chapter for would-be hams studying for their exams and tips on Dxing fpr those of us in Asia with precious few QSO opportunities. Keep up the good work Lucien. 73, VR2YUM.
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  • Kindle Customer
    3.0 out of 5 stars Three Stars
    Reviewed in the United States on August 17, 2017
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    Didn't get too much out of this
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  • Cindy C
    4.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable
    Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2018
    Very nice read for new hams. Nothing strident, argumentative, or know-it-all. Great suggestions for living the spirit of a ham that more people should follow.
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  • PAUL TEMPLE
    5.0 out of 5 stars A nice readable book
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 22, 2021
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    Some nice insights into behaviour and how it relates to the amateur radio operator.
    A pleasant read, most people will recognise at least some of their own foibles and get some tips along the way
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  • Bernd
    5.0 out of 5 stars War nett zu lesen und trifft den Kern des HAM-Daseins
    Reviewed in Germany on March 26, 2021
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    speziell das Thema CW hat mich interessiert. Es trennt die Spräu vom Weizen bei den HAMs. Die technisch-hochbegabten haben trotz iherer Begabung damit oft mehr Probleme als die nicht so akademisch-veranlagten. Das ist gut so. Schafft Balance.
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  • j w hope
    5.0 out of 5 stars Boost
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 26, 2018
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    Thoroughly enjoyed this book.Oddly I downloaded it read the first chapter and not being what I expected left it for months.
    I expected another how to kind of book and this is not what it's about.However you can save time and money utilizing some of the recommendations and its an enjoyable read.
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  • Neil Simmonds
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wise advice.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 22, 2017
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    Half the price of a radio magazine and 10 times as interesting. As long as you don't know it all. ;) Good for some humble reflection about why we do this hobby.
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