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- Letting Go - A Slightly Different Slant - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2014 from Charlene RashkowWhile it’s all been said many times in a thousand different ways, letting go of something can be very challenging, particularly when it comes to someone you love, whether it be a child, a lover or a friend. I personally had a very difficult “letting go” episode a number of years ago that ...
Views: 1214 - 8 Uncomplicated Marketing Strategies - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2010 from Charlene RashkowWithout question, optimizing your web site and making sure the content you've included is interesting and valuable, your ultimate goal is to make sure that others can benefit from your products and services. But since your services or products are not necessarily for everyone, it doesn't make ...
Views: 1301(2 votes) - How to Get a Lot of Miles Out of Your Resume - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2010 from Charlene RashkowIn today's economy, it's very important that anyone seeking employment must have a dynamic resume presentation. With so much competition for every good job, it's not enough just to have a good resume; it has to be great. Getting your foot in the door is the first step, and even though you have ...
Views: 1363(2 votes) - Case Studies: A Sure Fire Way to Sell Your Services - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2010 from Charlene RashkowIt is common knowledge that every business owner is constantly on the lookout for ways to effectively sell his or her services. As entrepreneurs, business owners and company managers, we do our utmost to provide our services and products with professionalism and style, hoping that we can ...
Views: 2332(2 votes) - You Win Some & You Lose Some – Dealing with a Difficult Client - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2009 from Charlene RashkowSo often people write articles about how to win over clients, how to achieve success, and how to build a business, yet one subject is often overlooked. That subject is dealing with a client you can’t please. What happens when you have a client that cannot be satisfied and how are you supposed ...
Views: 1564(5 votes) - SEO Versus Simple Marketing Strategies: Which Are More Effective? - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from Charlene RashkowWhile there are articles upon articles about search engine optimization, key word placement, search engine marketing, Meta tags, etc., the real issue on the web is not so much about how many hits a web site receives but in how many visitors become clients or customers. Of course, if you are ...
Views: 1229(2 votes) - How to Write the Right Business Plan - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Charlene RashkowHow To Write the Right Business Plan A concrete idea is the first and most important step in regard to any new venture, but there are definitely other distinct components necessary for propelling a business to success. The first is coming up with a good business plan. Although there are many ...
Views: 1404(4 votes) - How to Choose a Writer for your Next Project! - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Charlene RashkowWell-written content drives business. Whether it's copy on your website, copy for your direct mailings, an impressive article, a business plan or proposal, the words you choose determine your profits and your reputation. Because written material covers a lot of territory, if you’re ready to put ...
Views: 1209(3 votes) - What Does Your Website Say About You? - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Charlene RashkowHave you ever stopped to realize that every time someone visits your website, you are representing yourself and your business? Regardless of your talents or your contribution to the world, your website content writing should reflect well on you, your products and your services. In other words, ...
Views: 1194(3 votes) - What To Do If Plagiarism Strikes - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2009 from Charlene RashkowSome time ago, I opened my e-mail box and found a message from a reader alerting me to something that was rather startling. He said he had just received an article that was sent to him and it was exactly the same article as one he read earlier in the week in another publication. The problem was ...
Views: 1805(3 votes) - Are You Living Your Career Dreams? - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2009 from Charlene RashkowInherent within the human spirit is the desire for fulfillment, a longing to carry out our creative aspirations by reaching new heights of accomplishment. Yet, often the yearning can be suppressed by fear. Perhaps we aren’t feeling good enough, smart enough or able enough to pursue and fulfill ...
Views: 1242(1 vote) - Ordinary People..Extraordinary Business - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2009 from Charlene RashkowOne of the marks of an extraordinary human being is someone who knows what he or she wants and goes after it. They have the courage of their convictions, surround themselves with good people and are not afraid to risk. Based upon that criterion, would you consider yourself an extraordinary ...
Views: 1782(1 vote) - Does the Color of Your Website Influence Your Marketability? - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2009 from Charlene RashkowIt is a proven fact that physical changes take place when individuals are exposed to certain colors. Because colors have the power to stimulate, excite, or even depress, specific color combinations can possibly work to your advantage or to your detriment. Basically, colors on the red side are ...
Views: 2495(2 votes) - Rethinking Your Business Strategy! - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2009 from Charlene RashkowBy now everyone has heard the quote by Michael Michalko of Thinkertoys who coined the phrase, "If you always do what you've always done, you'll always get what you've always got." Based upon the assumption that you need or want a different result or outcome in regard to your business endeavors, ...
Views: 1199(1 vote) - The Magnitude of E-Mail Attitude....Your E-mail Approach Speaks Volumes! - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2009 from Charlene RashkowWanting to have a successful business is something we each hope to achieve and most of us do all the things we believe will get us there. But, all too often we forget that having a product or service to sell is not nearly as important as the way we sell it. In essence, it’s really more about how ...
Views: 1278(1 vote) - Planning Your Way to Success! - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2009 from Charlene RashkowWhether you are a small company or a larger corporation, one of the primary keys to success lies in preparing and following a good marketing plan. Why? Because you can have the most awesome product or service to offer, but without a plan in place, you may flounder for direction and waste a lot ...
Views: 1288(2 votes) - Which Should You Use: Business Plan, Proposal or Marketing Strategy? - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2009 from Charlene RashkowIf you are a business owner who is ready to lift your ideas to the next level yet you’re not sure whether you need a business plan, proposal or marketing strategy, there is a way to determine which you need and which should come first. While some believe that a business plan is the most ...
Views: 1717(3 votes) - Should You Use a Resume or a Bio? - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Charlene RashkowThere is often confusion as to which form of documentation is most appropriate in certain circumstances surrounding the use of a bio or a resume presentation. If you're having difficulty discerning which is the most appropriate format for a given situation, the following will help you define ...
Views: 2120(6 votes) - The Press Release: What to do to Attract the Media! - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Charlene RashkowAs many of you already know, promoting and marketing your business in as many creative ways as possible is crucial to the success of your venture. But finding ways to get noticed presents a major challenge for most entrepreneurs. I, for one, believe strongly in promoting by way of a good press ...
Views: 1469(1 vote) - Convey Credibility Through your Website! - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Charlene RashkowYour prospects want one thing and one thing only! They want the reassurance that what you say about what you offer is legitimate. Because credibility is crucial to the success of your business, convincing potential clients that you can deliver is key. And although conveying credibility is always ...
Views: 1601(3 votes) - Want to Get Through a Business Slow Down? Apply 6 Strategies That Will Help You Thrive - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Charlene RashkowI seriously doubt that anyone reading this article hasn't found his or her business dropping off dramatically during this soft economy. The phone may have stopped ringing, your e-mail box has nothing but advertisements, and it appears as if your business has come to an end. But, don’t despair. ...
Views: 1314(2 votes) - Paying Out of Appreciation or Obligation! - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Charlene RashkowThe attitude one has when paying for services rendered is a subject that few people acknowledge or even consider, yet the impact on the recipient goes far beyond simply writing a check or depositing money into someone's account. I had the good fortune of working with a client who ...
Views: 1963(2 votes) - Does Your Website Content Reflect Well on You? - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2009 from Charlene RashkowHave you ever stopped to realize that every time someone visits your website, you are representing yourself and your business? Regardless of your talents or your contribution to the world, your website content writing should reflect well on you, your products and your services. In other words, ...
Views: 1318(1 vote) - Your Marketing Material: Increase its Power without Going Broke! - by Submitted on May 25, 2009 from Charlene RashkowWhen was the last time you thought about your marketing material? Has it been a while or are you one of those people who understand the importance of ongoing marketing material? Perhaps because the economy isn't so great, you think you need to cut corners and have put your marketing material on ...
Views: 945(1 vote) - What To Do When Business Slows Down - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2008 from Charlene RashkowI doubt that anyone reading this article hasn't at one time or another found themselves facing a drastic drop in business. Without any warning, and for no apparent reason, inquiries for your services or products drop off and everything seems to stop. The phone stops ringing, your e-mail box ...
Views: 1170 - Magnetizing And Retaining Your Target Audience! - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2008 from Charlene RashkowWhen reading about advanced search engine placement and how to rank high on the Internet, the newer entrepreneur and even seasoned professionals are often intimidated by technical terminology. The truth is that knowing and understanding all the Internet rhetoric is not as necessary as you may ...
Views: 1070 - Has Your Business Hit A Wall? What To Do When Business Slows Down - by Submitted on May 22, 2008 from Charlene RashkowPerhaps you've been experiencing a downtime in your business and feeling as though you've literally hit a wall. The phone has stopped ringing, your e-mail box has nothing but advertisements and it seems as if your business has come to an end. Is it really all over, or are you just experiencing ...
Views: 1207 - The Vibration Of Words - by Submitted on May 22, 2008 from Charlene RashkowEach day, as we explore the major search engines, it boggles the mind to see the array of new websites showing up on the Internet. And of course, each one excitedly shares interesting new products, services and talents. Yet, one of the most important ingredients for a successful site often goes ...
Views: 1090 - Do You Look Good On Paper? - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2008 from Charlene RashkowNo matter how talented you are or how great you present yourself in person, if you’re in the market to attract new clientele and want to dazzle a potential customer with your qualifications, the one sure way to draw people in is by looking good on paper. To attract positive attention, your ...
Views: 1355(1 vote) - Networking: Making The Most Of Your Connections - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2007 from Charlene RashkowFrequently the greatest opportunities and resources available to us sit quietly waiting to be tapped, continuously present, yet often unrecognizable. What is this greatest of all resources? It is simply our human connections; the people we see every day, the ones we see occasionally and those we ...
Views: 933(1 vote) - Are You Choosing The Right Clients? - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2007 from Charlene RashkowThere isn’t a business owner alive who doesn’t want to make his or her business grow. In effect, we all want to make more money, increase client satisfaction and derive great fulfillment from our efforts. But, if you’re working with a client that is difficult, unappreciative or ...
Views: 1112(1 vote) - Paying Out of Appreciation or Obligation! Copyright 2004 - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2004 from Charlene RashkowThe attitude one has when paying for services rendered is a subject that few people acknowledge or even consider, yet the impact on the recipient goes far beyond simply writing a check or depositing money into someone's account. I recently had the good fortune of working with a client who ...
Views: 1139(2 votes) - On the Road to Becoming an Emotional Giant! Copyright2003 - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2003 from Charlene RashkowDuring this holiday season if you find yourself facing difficulties in regard to your business, or possibly struggling to meet financial obligations, perhaps the challenge is giving you an opportunity to develop emotional strength. While most individuals perceive success as something tangible, ...
Views: 1386(2 votes) - Be Content Yet Never Satisfied - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2003 from Charlene RashkowMany years ago a particular phrase came across my desk and caught my full attention. It was at first a bit confusing to me since the utterance seemed incongruent. The phrase was "Be Content Yet Never Satisfied!" Interestingly enough, as the years go by it becomes clearer to me that they are in ...
Views: 1157(2 votes) - The Secret to Staying Young! - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2002 from Charlene RashkowTHE REAL SECRET TO STAYING YOUNG! By Charlene Rashkow Copyright 2002 While having dinner recently with a group of friends, a question was posed as to whether there could be a genuine secret to staying young. Since most of the world is always on the lookout for the fountain of youth it was an ...
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