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- How To Start a New Internet Business.. and always be in Positive Cash Flow - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2006 from Joe LeechSounds easy..and with the right model, it is. But it is a fair amount of work and requires a number of hours and an investment. Your business will have the characteristics of multiple income streams that produce different results and provide a combination of immediate and residual ...
Views: 879 - Use the Sales Secrets of Military Recruiters - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2006 from Danek KausLet me begin by stating that this article is not a discussion about the military or the pros and cons of war. It is about learning some of the most powerful persuasion strategies in use today. And the truth is, military recruiters are some of the best salespeople in the world. They have to ...
Views: 1294 - The Truth, the Whole Truth, and Nothing But the Truth - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2006 from Casey FitzGeraldAsk most people to describe a sales person, and likely as not, you'll find yourself deluged by words like "huckster," "snake oil peddler," "fast talker," "con artist" and, of course, "untrustworthy," "arrogant" and "dishonest." Those of us who work in sales and know ourselves to be fine, ...
Views: 864 - Investment Management Strategy: Seven Principles for Success - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2006 from Steve SelengutMany Investment Gurus, with a straight face and a gleam in their eye, will insist that successful investing is a function of expansive research, skillful market timing, and detailed technical analysis. Others emphasize fundamental information about companies, industries, and markets. But trends ...
Views: 1570(2 votes) - Healthy Eating on a Shoestring Budget - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2012 from Kathryn BeachIf you only had $300 a month to spend on groceries for a family of four, could you do it? Maybe you would need more than $300, but this guide to eating on $300 a month will show you the basics so you will know how to add on if necessary. Whatever your reason for having a tight budget, the ...
Views: 6461(5 votes) - Searching for Clients? How to Research Using Keywords - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2006 from Patsi KrakoffIn a previous article about how to be found on the Web, I told you about my experience typing in key words I thought potential clients would use when trying to solve a problem for which I had some answers. I wanted to know if they could find me by using the search engines, and I wanted to know ...
Views: 782 - The Worst Affiliate Marketer Ever In Affiliate Marketing History. - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2006 from RobinOn a shiny and beautiful day our featured and very special guest wake up, turn on the computer, find something different...., something that will change his life forever... Well, at least he think so, so he start his venture investigating and digging deeper and deeper into cyberworld, a world ...
Views: 517 - Saluting the Squawkers: Complaints Often Key to Improving Sales, Retention and Loyalty - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2006 from Craig HarrisonIt's said nobody likes a complainer. I beg to differ. In customer service a complainer is doing you a favor. They are the extension of your research, testing and quality assurance departments. Although essentially unpaid, they're providing you with invaluable, often real-time feedback on what ...
Views: 584 - Strategic and Tactical Changes Affecting the Workplace - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2006 from Leon NelsonWe have been experiencing significant changes in the workplace after 9/11, most of the changes affecting the workforce and the workplace in the local and global marketplace. Let’s consider the changes to the workplace first in order to understand the repercussions to the workforce and their ...
Views: 4049 - How to Find the Courage to Start Your Own Business - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2006 from Caroline JalangoAre you a woman who wants to start a business? Are you afraid to venture out on your own? 1. Believe in yourself Self belief is the point at which everything begins. Without it, it becomes difficult to succeed. To venture out on your own, you must have confidence in your ability to succeed. ...
Views: 707 - Is Your Definition of Success Broken? - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2006 from Nina HamDo you have a working definition of success that fits for you, or has the word lost its meaning? Did it once have personal meaning, or was it never truly yours in the first place? Is “success” a dark cloud hovering over you, or a foggy place in your mind you’d rather not visit? And - ...
Views: 767 - How’s Your Driving? - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2006 from Shawn DriscollMy Grandfather was a natural born salesman and successful small business owner. For more than 40 years he owned a grocery store and meat market (that he started by borrowing 50 cents from his mother) and whistled while he worked. (Really!) He clearly had a success-minded approach to business ...
Views: 554 - Peter Fogel's 4 Compelling Reasons to Use Public Speaking to Get Clients!" - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2010 from Peter FogelIf you're like most people having a colonoscopy might be a more pleasurable activity than giving a public speech. However, this activity will rapidly become one of your favorites when you let it give your career the huge boost it has given mine. If you're an author, consultant, trainer, ...
Views: 1353(7 votes) - The "Secret" Sales Fortune Cookie You've Been Waiting For! - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2006 from Kim DukeI lovvvvve going to a psychic. Getting my tarot cards read. Cracking open fortune cookies..and all that jazz. It is fun, sometimes enlightening and usually thought provoking. Are you sitting down? I am going to reveal your future in the Sales Diva crystal ball!And it is in the form of a ...
Views: 851 - Back To School Supplies - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2006 from Susan FriedmannWhen September rolls around, parents all across the country gleefully take to the stores, loading up their carts with all the supplies their little darlings will need to make it through the coming academic year. After all, school is a really busy time, and to do well, you need to be ...
Views: 615 - That's Entertainment: Adding Some Show Biz to Your Tradeshow Exhibit - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2006 from Susan FriedmannWhat makes one tradeshow exhibit memorable and another so-so? What can exhibitors do to get attendees talking after the show? What can motivate visitors who may have had no previous intention of visiting your booth decide that they definitely have to stop by? Entertainment! According to ...
Views: 628 - Your Approach Makes a Difference - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2006 from Kelley RobertsonNot long ago my wife and I were planning a get-together with some friends and wanted to serve a cheese board after dinner. So, we ventured to a local market to look for some cheeses. We asked for one particular cheese at the first vendor we visited and were told that they did not carry it. No ...
Views: 620 - Take the First Step Toward Finding Your Ideal Job - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2006 from Shawn DriscollIf I asked you to describe your ideal car...assuming no limits...how would you describe it? Most people can describe their ideal car in great detail--from the make,model, features, and color, to any accessories to how it would feel to be behind the wheel. When I ask people to describe their ...
Views: 816 - Writing Your Cover Letter – You Really Can Do It - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2006 from Heather EagarThe dreaded cover letter. This is where you, the job candidate, have to convey all this important information as to why you’re the perfect person for the job. It shouldn’t be that difficult, right? For multiple reasons, however, it makes some job seekers procrastinate applying for jobs. Do you ...
Views: 574 - Get the Results You Want By Using an Executive Summary on Your Resume - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2006 from Heather EagarIn the not-so-distant past, the resume objective section was widely used. The resume objective, simply put, is a 2-3 line statement summarizing the goals you have set for yourself and the position you seek. Many experts in the field feel that a section on resume objectives may be omitted. They ...
Views: 653 - Being Unique is a Good Thing... Isn't It? - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2009 from C.J. HaydenNew entrepreneurs frequently hear the advice to "be unique" in their marketing. The basic idea is a valuable one -- to get attention in a crowded marketplace, you must stand out in some way. Distinguishing your product or service from the competition can make your marketing more effective. ...
Views: 967 - Internet marketing customer service : Mike Filsaime is wrong! - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2006 from Nathalie FisetFirst, let me make it absolutely clear that I totally respect Mike Filsaime and I think he is a great Internet Marketer. Maybe I just wanted to get your attention with my headline or maybe I just want to share with you my personal experience. You be the judge of this. My simple point today is ...
Views: 664 - Getting the Best out of People: Focus on Strengths - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2006 from Duncan GotobedThink back to when you were choosing a career path. For many people, this process involved figuring out what they did best, and just as importantly, knowing their weaknesses. This was important, because it was useful to know both what we were good at and what needed improvement, which ...
Views: 534 - Getting the Best out of People: Focus on Strengths - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2006 from Duncan GotobedThink back to when you were choosing a career path. For many people, this process involved figuring out what they did best, and just as importantly, knowing their weaknesses. This was important, because it was useful to know both what we were good at and what needed improvement, which ...
Views: 544 - Getting the Best out of People: Focus on Strengths - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2006 from Duncan GotobedThink back to when you were choosing a career path. For many people, this process involved figuring out what they did best, and just as importantly, knowing their weaknesses. This was important, because it was useful to know both what we were good at and what needed improvement, which ...
Views: 691 - Five Sure-Fire Tips For Writing A Winning Resume - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2006 from Heather EagarResume writing can be a real task for anyone, even if you have several years of experience in your job. Resume writing is in part an art, but mainly it is a science that plays upon the psyche of the reader. Leaving your resume written unscientifically will jeopardize your job prospects. There ...
Views: 864(1 vote) - Be Prepared for Any Interview Question - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2006 from Heather EagarThings can go really against you despite your thorough preparation for just a couple of ‘types’ of interview questions. However, it is possible to ignore or forget the other types of possible interview questions. This brings us to different ‘types’ of interview questions, along with traditional ...
Views: 587 - Internet Marketing - A Maze of Misinformation - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2011 from Trent BrownriggInternet marketing, running a home based business, starting an online business, making money online, whatever you want to call it, it can be a VERY scary experience and downright expensive if not taken seriously and done correctly. How expensive? Well, you can lose your shirt, drive your ...
Views: 1124 - The Surefire Way To Skyrocket Your Website Profit! - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2006 from Franck SilvestreHow to earn more from your website is one of the most important question that you should ask yourself. There is only two ways to increase your profits, and we will review them here... You need first to get more visitors, and in a second time, you need to increase the SPV. Let' s focus now on ...
Views: 682 - What to Do When a Client is Ticked Off - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2006 from Dave CarlsonMy client Jerry was threatening to sue. Worse, my programmer was dragging his feet and didn’t see the seriousness of Jerry’s threats. I was on the phone with Jerry for hours at a time. The custom ordering system we designed for Jerry’s web site needed some small changes that really weren’t ...
Views: 696 - Avoid the What If Approach - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2006 from Kelley Robertson“What if I could show you how you could save money, would that be of interest to you?” “What if I told you that you could capture more market share, would you like to hear how we can help you do this?” “What if our system saved you time, would that be of value to you?” “What if I matched our ...
Views: 612 - Are You a Customer Service Ace? Take The Quiz and See! - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2006 from Craig HarrisonTest your customer service knowledge and learn how to be a service ace by picking the correct answer to each of these 10 questions. 1. A complaining customer is: A. Always right B. Almost right C. Often lying D. Always the customer 2. Customers who complain: A. Had unhappy childhoods B. Are ...
Views: 1261 - Sales Through Storytelling: Story Tell, Story Sell! - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2006 from Craig HarrisonNothing succeeds like success! And in sales nothing succeeds quite like success stories. Are you sharing yours? Why not? The secret is in how you share your successes. Learn to tell thirty-second "success stories." During sales calls a quick-hitting story can make or reinforce a point in ...
Views: 634 - James Foster - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2006 from James FosterTwo things are sure when it comes to starting any successful home business: 1. Whether you believe you can, or you believe you can't, either way you are right. 2. It is as important to know what not to do as it is to know what to do. If you believe you can, know that success in a home ...
Views: 612 - Seven Behaviors for Creating the Life You Want - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2006 from Ron FinklesteinSeven Behaviors for Creating the Life You Want Ronald Finklestein The key to success lies in how well you create an “attitude of success.” My studies have shown that combined with the correct attitude, there are seven behaviors that all successful people exhibit. Selfishness When I talk ...
Views: 2171 - You Aren’t Single Dimensional – So Why Is Your Resume? - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2006 from Heather EagarChoosing a resume style is as difficult or easy as choosing the most suitable dress or suit for that all-important interview. It is all too simplistic to say that a one ‘jacket fits all’ strategy will work for everyone when deciding what resume style to use – still, most job seekers take this ...
Views: 641 - The Placement Crash – The Failure of PR in the Conversation World - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2006 from James ClarkThe Placement Crash – The Failure of PR in the Conversation World Traditional public relations yields a common problem called “Placement Crash,” which is like a sugar crash in business – something that gives you a brief high, but bottoms out fast and leaves you with nothing. For instance, one ...
Views: 632 - Raspberries and Problem Solving - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2006 from Harlan GoergerA Gardner I am not, but a few years ago some Raspberries were transplanted and took over the North side of my house. As I was taking my evening stroll in my yard, I noticed that they were loaded with sweet red berries. I decided to spend the time picking several quarts of the elusive red ...
Views: 823 - Making Money on the Web: The Truth Revealed - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2006 from Tonya RamseyI am an avid internet user; I love the fact that there is information on almost any topic that you could think of at the tips of your fingers. Through my journeys on the information highway, I have several times come across “Make money on the internet!” “Free and easy program, make over $2100 a ...
Views: 825 - 9 Steps to Building a Profitable Customer Relationship - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2006 from Casey FitzGeraldSuccess in sales depends directly on your ability to make yourself likeable, and create a positive experience for your customers. The following 9 Tips are some of the best - and easiest - ways I know to help you create a more positive customer experience: Love what you sell, the company you ...
Views: 852 - Get Energized! - Overcome Your Energy Slump with this Proven Energy Boosting TIP! - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2006 from Shawn DriscollIf you find yourself dragging at the end of the day, or have difficulty getting motivated to tackle what you once did with ease, you may be running low on energy. We often complain of not having enough time to fit everything in. But, when we look to the truth in the situation, 9 times out of 10 ...
Views: 779 - Make Your Web Site Sell With These 3 Steps to Improve Your Web Site Marketing - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2006 from Charlie Cook"I'm getting zero conversion on my Web site (no ezine sign-ups). What can I do to improve my lead generation and income?" - Beth, from Chicago If you have a web site or are thinking of building one you want it to do two things. You want it to generate leads for your business and help you grow ...
Views: 666 - How to successfully market your business via seminars - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2006 from June DavidsonHow to successfully Market Your Business Via Seminars by June Davidson - President One of the most exciting management tools has come of age, that of successfully marketing businesses through the $300 billion seminar industry. The seminar platform is a natural medium capable of reaching many ...
Views: 939 - How Much Work is Too Much? - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2011 from Jeff DavidsonMore and more individuals are reporting increased stress in their lives. For many, this is because they are putting undue pressures on themselves and are working longer hours. After a certain time, different for everyone, the effort that you are putting into your work becomes counter-productive. ...
Views: 1116(2 votes) - ***Your Most Effective Self-Marketing Tool - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2010 from Ford MyersContrary to popular to popular opinion, you should never rely solely on your résumé as you pursue a job search. Your "Job Seeker's Tool Kit" should be filled with a variety of documents that will enable you to successfully market yourself with power and professionalism. Of all the tools in ...
Views: 854 - ***Common Misconceptions About Career Management - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2010 from Ford MyersYou get your clothes cleaned when they’re dirty. You pay your bills each month. You see your doctor once or twice a year. You send cards to family-members at each birthday. So, why is it that most people (maybe even you!) don’t integrate career management into their regular routine? Most ...
Views: 821 - Can you handle a few tough questions? - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2006 from Tim ConnorCan you handle a few tough questions? If I could ask you ten questions, the correct answers to which would ensure your growth, increased sales, and profits this year would you take the time to ask them of yourself? Your answers to some of these questions could have a tremendous impact on your ...
Views: 740 - Turning Customer Service Inside Out! How Poor Internal Customer Service Affects External Customers - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2006 from Craig HarrisonWhile companies focus thousands of dollars on external customer service in hopes of wooing and retaining customers, little attention is being paid to the effect poor internal customer service has on overall customer satisfaction. It all starts within your organization! Sooner or later the ripple ...
Views: 2971 - Am I a Part of the Converation? - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2006 from Samuel LarteyOne core management skill in project management process has to do with Project Communication Management. It is believed that successful project management lies in project communication planning, information distribution and performance reporting. I have managed many projects teams successfully; ...
Views: 605 - Feedback: A Technique for Developing Project Teams? - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2006 from Samuel LarteyFeedback: A Tool in Developing Project Teams? By Samuel Lartey, Project Manager. It is always my delight to inspire my project teams. In all my hard work I had come to realization that one important means of inspiring teams is through giving feedback and be receptive in receiving of feedback ...
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