Essential Skills for The Occasional Genealogist: Beyond-beginner Genealogy Skills for Busy Family Historians

Do you want to improve your genealogy skills but aren’t sure how? Learn to effectively and efficiently track, analyze, plan, and report your genealogy research.

Genealogists often find themselves strapped for time, struggling to balance their passion for family history with the demands of everyday life. In this book, professional genealogist, and chronic Occasional Genealogist, Jennifer Dondero shares her expertise to help hobbyist genealogists maximize their limited time and achieve meaningful progress in their research.

Follow the story of Gene and her friend Jenni as they tackle the essential skills and techniques that go beyond the beginner level. Discover the tips, shortcut, techniques, and templates that allow you to overcome challenges and understand how to keep growing your family tree. Delve into the importance of clues and explore multiple strategies to uncover more sources.

In this book, you will learn:

• How to stay focused on solving a brick wall.
• The skills to get started in genealogical analysis.
• How to create a genealogy research plan.
• The difference in solving a problem versus other genealogy research.
• Shortcuts, tips, organizing ideas, and more!

Great genealogy isn’t just for professionals. Anyone who loves the hobby of genealogy and DIYing a family tree needs skills and techniques to keep growing. If you’ve wanted to work on your genealogy skills development but need self-paced learning, this is the guide for you.

This book will equip you with the essential skills to bust through brick walls and make continual progress in your genealogical journey. Expand your knowledge with research strategies and ideas that go beyond beginner. Get your copy now!