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- What Is a Smart Home Security System? - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2017 from Peter MainMost people would probably give slightly different answer to the question of what is a home security system, let alone a smart home security system. Any security system in a home is often thought of largely as an alarm system, possibly coupled nowadays with various types of CCTV cameras and ...
Views: 1139 - What Are Smart Home Systems? - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2017 from Peter MainSmart home systems refer to a variety of different and overlapping electrical and wireless systems that will enable a smart home or a smart house to function as a combined whole unit. Central to understanding the nature of the systems is an understanding of the basis of what a smart home is ...
Views: 1134 - Client Satisfaction versus Client Loyalty - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2017 from Spiros TsaltasClient Satisfaction versus Client Loyalty It has been so nice to see people happy with their Holiday- shopping carrying their purchases with a smile. But, is a happy & satisfied customer really what any merchant should be after? You are happy with what you bought. No question about it. What ...
Views: 902 - Strategy for StartUps and Others, Part-1 - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2017 from Spiros TsaltasAny organization, whether non-profit or for profit, whether small or large, whether a startup or a well- established and mature business, without a strategy it would drift away from its vision, mission and of course from its customers too (yes, non-profits have customers too: they are called and ...
Views: 1392 - How to Optimize Your Website for Local Search - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2017 from Susan Friesen13 Strategies to SEO Optimize Your Local Business Website If you run a store-front business or offer a service that is within a specific local-based geographic area, then you will want to focus your marketing efforts on getting in front of local traffic. Since many marketing ...
Views: 1053 - 411 Locals Helped Businesses Improve Their Sales - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2017 from Nikolay PeshevIt’s the Information Age. That means a company’s rank in the search engine results pages (SERPs) can be the difference between profitability and bankruptcy, especially for service businesses that rely on local traffic. By now, almost all entrepreneurs are aware of the importance of search ...
Views: 1066 - Keep it in the Family, But Separate THEM! - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2017 from David CostaSales and marketing are two business elements that are often used to mean the same thing. Businesses that lump these two together are wrong. Sorry. You just are. Sales and marketing are two distinctly different animals and must be treated as such. Marketing is defined as: The ...
Views: 941 - The Tiny, Yet Huge Thing That Stops You Growing Your Business - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2017 from Rosemary Nonny KnightYou know you are born for more, right? You know that there is more to your life than what you are experiencing now, don’t you? And yet, you are simply not doing the work, not consistently… And yes, I could probably talk about all the underlying reasons why you are not doing it and I do ...
Views: 694 - Picture Your Fish Cleaning Station On Top. Read This And Make It So - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2017 from Jerome JulianFish Cleaning Tables For Ease More likely fish cleaning stations are utilized to clean fish, since it is vital in the wake of angling. There are more productive, advantageous and clean fish cleaning stations are accessible close to every single fishing site. A large portion of the angler ...
Views: 524 - Fish Cleaning Stations: Easy Tool For Cleaning Your Fish - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2017 from Jerome JulianEasy Fishing With Fish Cleaning Tables When it comes to fishing it is more crucial having your own fish cleaning table where you could set up it to a boat or carry anywhere. This is an exceptionally straightforward venture which you can do with the assistance of some consistent family devices. ...
Views: 588 - EIGHT STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESSFUL BRANDING by James Mapes - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2017 from James MapesWhy brand yourself? For one primary reason. Branding shines a light on you and your business. Branding reveals the essence of who you are and what you offer. Your brand separates you from the crowd. Branding is mandatory for any entrepreneur’s company to be noticed, respected, in demand and ...
Views: 1594(1 vote) - Is It Selfish To Love YourSelf? - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2017 from Rosemary Nonny KnightI did not realise just how much I did not like myself until I hit bankruptcy and a 4 year period of depression… I had hidden away from my self-dislike – It was not as strong as a self-loathing but it definitely was not self-love. I thought that putting everyone else first was the key to a ...
Views: 1833 - How to Ensure Your Website is Ideally Positioned For Your Target Market - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2017 from Susan Friesen5 Key Components Your Website Requires to Attract Your Ideal Client and Get the Sales You Want Is your website attracting the right people who are actually interested in purchasing from you? Or is it just sitting there and not really accomplishing what you hoped it would? Every ...
Views: 1002 - Key Elements of an Effective Book Launch Page: 13 tips to creating a book launch page that sells - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2017 from Susan FriesenYour dream of writing a book is finally complete. Congrats. But now what? What's the best way to get your book campaign off to a big start? Last week I wrote about the importance of incorporating landing pages into your website to aid in your business marketing efforts so this week, I ...
Views: 1071 - Increase Your Income: Use Switch and Scale to Leverage What You Already Have - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2017 from Ursula JorchYou don’t have to start from scratch to create revenue in your business. You already have a great deal available to you, more than you may think. To find those opportunities, use leverage. Leverage is the ability to optimize what you have already in place. Don’t overlook or underutilize ...
Views: 712 - 5 Tips For Finding The Best Tech For Your Business - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyFinding new technology or upgrading technology can have a critical impacts on your company. There are certain steps to take to when acquiring new tech though. Also, there are questions you must answer to help evaluate what you will need or need to improve on. Here are some steps to contemplate ...
Views: 715 - Top 13 Ways Landing Pages Can Build Your Business - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2017 from Susan FriesenWhat Every Entrepreneur Should Know About Landing Pages to Aide their Marketing Efforts For many entrepreneurs and business owners, the online marketing scene can very confusing and overwhelming. All that marketing terminology that’s constantly being thrown out there on a daily basis is ...
Views: 857 - 13 of the Best Ways to Generate Leads with Social Media - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2017 from Susan FriesenSince I just started the 14-Day Facebook Marketing Challenge yesterday (it’s not too late to join us!), I have Social Media on the brain. I’ve been thinking about one of the biggest reasons why businesses and entrepreneurs take the time to be on social media. Aside from showing off their ...
Views: 1085 - How to Secure Your Facebook Account - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2017 from Stephen YostYou may probably have heard or encountered Facebook already, and who doesn't? The networking Internet phenomenon has become one of the largest and most-accessed in the Web, and it has defined what social media and networking is all about. People often use it as an extension of their lives, ...
Views: 808 - How to feel more comfortable when making sales calls - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2017 from Sharon StilesIf you dread picking up the phone to make a sales call or speak to a client then you are not alone. Even extremely good salespeople can sometimes feel nervous when they have to speak to people on the phone. It can be extremely frustrating because you know you need to make the calls to find ...
Views: 1731 - Tax Filing: What You Need to Know? - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2017 from Misty JhonesIf you have received a paycheck from anywhere in the United States over the last year, you are required to file taxes. Taxes are typically due on the 15th of April every year, and for many people, this date comes much too quickly. Being prepared is a big part of making sure that you don’t ...
Views: 583 - Relentless Effort Levels The Playing Field - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2017 from Rosemary Nonny KnightYou know what?! It really does not matter one little jot where you come from, your upbringing, what country you currently live in, what your mummy did or your daddy said… It really does not matter in the end what has happened to you… It does not matter that you have never done it ...
Views: 955 - Facebook for Business: Futile or Beneficial? - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2017 from Susan Friesen7 Facebook Facts Every Business Should be Aware of for 2017 Does your business have a Facebook presence? If so, have you been actively capitalizing on its social marketing reach or have you abandoned it due to thinking your efforts were futile? I fear many of you are thinking the latter ...
Views: 1033 - Too Many Gurus: Why Less is More and How to Refocus - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2017 from Susan FriesenAre you overwhelmed by the volume of advice you see and read each day by business and marketing experts? It's easy to get excited about trying new things in your business and ending up following a lot of experts on social media and subscribing to their eZines and newsletters. But over ...
Views: 837 - Guide To Understating The Basics Of Marine Canvas And Other Protective Enclosures - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2017 from Jerome JulianDifferent Types Of Boat Canvas Among all the marine accessories on your boat, the boat cover or canvass is of utmost importance as it provides crucial protection to your prized possession. On a daily basis your boat will be exposed to fluctuating temperatures which go from hot to extreme cold. ...
Views: 511 - Turning Excuses into Opportunities for your Business - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2017 from James HarnsbergerThe less you complain about those things you can hardly change, the more focused you can be in doing things the right way. Yes, we sometimes live in difficult times; but turning those “excuses” into opportunities can make your business more profitable. Successful entrepreneurs agree that ...
Views: 1002 - Give the Gift of Presence: How to Improve Trust With Your Team and Clients - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2016 from Ursula JorchI was sitting in my doctor’s office. She’d just done an exam for causes of my vertigo (fortunately benign) and was speedily typing her notes into the computer. A little hesitantly, I said, “I forgot, I have another question”. She immediately stopped typing, and swiveled her chair to face ...
Views: 668 - Boost your company's marketing campaign by using wristbands - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2016 from Cynthia WitsonWristbands have become very popular these days, and are consideredas one of the best and cost effective ways to promote your company. Business owners with limited budget should select wristbands and related items to promote their products and services. Promotional wristbands have become ...
Views: 2450 - Five Most Profitable Home-Based Business Ideas with Small Capital - by Submitted on Dec 25, 2016 from James HarnsbergerPeople usually think that starting up some profitable home business is an unrealistic move. It would require a lot of time, effort, and money to even start from scratch. Starting up from scratch is a gamble. You wouldn't really know if it's going to work or not. It’s not surprising why most ...
Views: 2033 - Small Business Owner? 4 Ways To Manage Your Network Without The Stress - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2016 from Hannah WhittenlyIn business, it is extremely necessary to keep things in order to avoid confusion. When a company is in disarray, simple tasks become difficult and everyone's self-esteem starts to decline. If your business is not flowing efficiently, there may be a problem with your business and information ...
Views: 612 - Top Real Estate Investment Tips From Expert Peter J. Connelly - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2016 from Bruce CadleI recently had the opportunity to interview Real Estate Investment and Development Expert Peter J. Connelly. Peter has decades of experience in Commercial Real Estate Development in Florida and has worked with some of the largest builders, developers and investment companies in the world. ...
Views: 1742(2 votes) - 5 Tips for Hiring a Business Lawyer - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2016 from Jeremiah OwyangIf you are starting a business, you are dealing with law. And if you are dealing with law, you need a lawyer. While businesses may view hiring a lawyer as an unnecessary expense, a lawyer serves as a layer of protection shielding you from angry clients, the IRS, and the government. A lawyer can ...
Views: 1127 - Seven Guitar Teaching Mistakes That Reduce Your Income And Limit Your Guitar Students’ Progress - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2016 from Tom HessTo grow a successful guitar teaching business, you should understand: *The correct action steps you must take in order to grow your business and effectively teach your guitar students. *How to take every step in the most efficient manner. *The correct order to take these steps in, in ...
Views: 737 - Creating An Effective eNewsletter That Gets Read - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2016 from Susan Friesen7 Important Format Components to Include In Your Information-Based Newsletter I sign up for a lot of digital newsletters. Mostly because I anticipate one of these three benefits from being on that person or company’s list: 1. Receive details on sales and discounts 2. Be entertained or ...
Views: 1098 - 4 Steps To Running A Restaurant For The Startup Guru - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2016 from Meghan BelnapRunning your own restaurant can be a dream come true, but it also can be a lot of hard work and may require you to make stressful decisions. If you have decided to launch your own restaurant, you may be eager to open your doors and start turning a profit. As you prepare to launch your ...
Views: 902 - 5 Online Tips For Creating A Secure Home Office - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2016 from Jeremiah OwyangWorking from home offers employees greater freedom, better control of their own productivity and greater flexibility in how and when they can get their work done, making it a tempting offer for many offices. However, allowing employees to work from home also comes with security risks that ...
Views: 1367 - 5 Online Tips For Creating A Secure Home Office - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2016 from Jeremiah OwyangWorking from home offers employees greater freedom, better control of their own productivity and greater flexibility in how and when they can get their work done, making it a tempting offer for many offices. However, allowing employees to work from home also comes with security risks that ...
Views: 1386 - Why You Absolutely Must Start an Online Business in 2017 - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2016 from Zac JohnsonWith a new year right around the corner, now is the perfect time to start thinking about that new business you wanted to start! It's quite understandable why you may not have started a business of your own yet, considering all of the built-in costs just to get started. However, what many ...
Views: 1980(2 votes) - 5 of the Best Internet Marketing Techniques For 2017 - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2016 from Jeremiah OwyangA new year is coming up, and 2017 promises in many ways to be similar to this year. One important similarity is that online marketing will continue to grow in importance, as online shopping continues to grow at the expense of brick and mortar stores. This means that online marketing will be ...
Views: 1473 - 12 Wordpress SEO Hacks to Boost Your Business Website Traffic - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2016 from Susan FriesenWe all want websites that are search-engine friendly. But sometimes when you are busy it's easy to publish a new blog post and be off to the next thing on your to do list. Over time, this can really hurt your SEO efforts. That's why I've put together this short hit list of things you can ...
Views: 1705 - 13 Marketing Blogs Every Business Owner Should Read - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2016 from Jake LesterLearning from those who have achieved more is an essential step to becoming a success in your niche. That is why we highly recommend you saving a list of blogs that disclose different aspects of marketing every businessperson should be aware of. Each of these blogs unveils one of the keys to the ...
Views: 868 - Sign Up For Success: Advertising Options To Help You Stand Out - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2016 from Brooke ChaplanYou can have great products and fantastic service and still fail as a business. One common reason why is there may be no public knowledge of the business in the first place. If you want to actually sell your products to consumers, a marketing plan is essential. Thankfully, there are plenty of ...
Views: 1111 - 4 Content Marketing Trends for Business Owners in 2017 - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2016 from Susan FriesenAs we approach 2017, it’s interesting to think about where we’re headed in the coming year when it comes to marketing our business. All business owners want to stay on top of their game by being prepared for what’s ahead but in today’s fast-changing world, what does that look like? Below ...
Views: 1438 - Choose Best Boat Equipment For Your Bass Boat, Bench Boat Seats With Rod Holders - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2016 from Jerome JulianProper Bench Boat Seats Boat seats are for providing comfort for customers and come in variety of designs. Boat bench seat is one of the types of boats which provide comfort with cushion inside. Technically most of the bench boat seats are made of foam padding. most expensive of a range of ...
Views: 706 - How To Install Boat T-Tops And Lean Posts For You Boat And Proper Maintenance Tips - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2016 from Jerome JulianInstalling Leaning Posts And T-Tops As you may be already aware, T-tops and lean posts are very useful structures to have on your boat. But since you may have already spent a considerable amount when purchasing your boat you might want to find an affordable way of installing such an accessories ...
Views: 517 - Introduction To Boat T-Tops And Lean Posts And Benefits Of Having Them On A Boat - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2016 from Jerome JulianWhat Are T-Tops And Leaning Posts? A boat T-top is one of the most important protective structures you can have on your boat. While out in the water you and your passengers on board will be exposed to very harsh environmental conditions. It is then you would feel the need to be sheltered from ...
Views: 570 - How to Take a Solo-Entrepreneurship to the Next Level - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2016 from Susan Friesen5 Members Every Growing Business Needs on Their Team Many businesses begin as a solo-entrepreneurship. With one person who has a vision, passion and skill that compels them embark on a journey so they can make a difference in the world and build a successful business along the way. But ...
Views: 1051 - Time Management Tips for Marketers - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2016 from Jane HurstAs a marketer, you likely spend a lot of time in meetings. But, this can often be wasting the valuable time you could be using to get projects completed. It is important that you take advantage of all of the time management tools at your disposal, and learn how to make meetings a lot more ...
Views: 1374 - A Much Higher Reach to Ensure a Much Higher Growth for Your E-Commerce Brand - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2016 from Harshad JethraAdvancements in technology have bought in new opportunities to the doorstep for a host of businesses. And technology is nowadays a part of all that a business does. Technology is not just used for a business's internal processes; it's a part and parcel of marketing a business as well. We use ...
Views: 1087(2 votes) - Effective Logistics Management for Success of an E-Commerce Firm - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2016 from Harshad JethraSome factors which define the success of a business entity include having a great idea, and putting the idea to practice. One has to take care that one is possessed with the capability to wind up the task all the way through. So if one is possessed with a great idea, but does not have the ...
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