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1. Feature film script should be between 95 and 120 pages in length. Never longer. A script over 120 pages needs editing. Never shorter. A script shorter than 90 pages is too short. The perfect length is 100 pages for comedies, 110 for dramas. Cheat your margins if you have to, but better yet ... Views: 1401
This book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Business Coach and Business Coaching. Business coaching focuses on the needs of your business to expand and grow. Many of us try to improve our lives by growing our own business. Rhonda Hess is the Official Guide to Business Coach and ... Views: 1400
Every organization whether it be for profit or non-profit are in their line of business in order to gain something – it’s most likely in their vision statement. My vision statement, for example is:
The fulfillment of the human spirit through the empowerment of every individual on the ... Views: 1399
Early one morning several years ago, I stood in an asphalt parking lot with about 30 fellows all over 40 years old, attempting to respond to the commands of a very fit looking chap who was in charge of warming us up. We were in Riverside California for a team building exercises designed through ... Views: 1399
Over lunch, Jacob and Marilyn discussed some of the frustrations they were experiencing on one of their current projects. Jacob was a business analyst on the project and Marilyn was the subject matter expert. Jacob turned to Marilyn and said to her, “If you could say just one thing to Tom our ... Views: 1399
A sneak peek into The Abundance Course:
My name is Larry Crane. I am a self-made millionaire businessman, author and teacher. I have been featured in hundreds of articles in newspapers and magazines (including Time and TV Guide), and on T.V. throughout the world. I’ve had the limousines, the ... Views: 1399
by:Geoff Ficke
The Most Under-Utilized Resource Entrepreneurs Neglect to Take Advantage of Is Local Universities
Inventors, Entrepreneurs, Artisans and Small Businesses are very often bereft of funds needed to secure professional help that would be beneficial in leveraging their projects ... Views: 1399
Honestly, I couldn’t wait to share this with you. This was good news that I couldn’t wait to announce at the top of my lungs.
I recently had the honor and privilege of being interviewed and featured by one the top DJ’s in Boston for the #1 radio station in Boston for her Exceptional Women ... Views: 1398
When I think of magic, the first images that come to my mind are magicians with playing cards, hats, rabbits and sawing pretty girls in half. When I think a little longer images of more subtle and/or amazing feats of, well, magic come to mind.
Magic is a skill that can be mastered. It`s also ... Views: 1398
More and more busy professionals are turning to online solutions as a smart choice to build public speaking skills. The reasons are simple. Low cost, convenient and extremely flexible. Exactly the opposite of an in-person training or elite coaching with a media expert.
Boost your career ... Views: 1398
Below are 19 common deductions for someone working from home (as over 90% of coaches do).
Have fun and enjoy spending your income on deductible related expenses. I like to spend my money on coaching and life improvement or success books, and on coach training materials or programs.
Keep ... Views: 1397
Over the last several years that I've been working with business owners, entrepreneurs and those seeking to begin their own businesses, there seems to have been an underlying theme revolving around leadership. I recently wrote an article ("The Meaning and Essence of Business Leadership") and ... Views: 1397
As a small business proprietor there are times where I need to call on my higher power. While out running the other morning the song by Carrie Underwood – Jesus Take the Wheel played twice in a row. It played at a time I was brainstorming about my upcoming business meeting. It made realize I ... Views: 1397
Balance. That is a powerful word. It is an empowering way to live. For many this is easier said than done. We all have an inner voice we hear as we go through the day. What tone of voice does your inner voice have, supportive or critical?
Which part of you is louder, your ego or your ... Views: 1397
I have been in a small Mastermind group for about four years. We’re all good friends and come together once a month for about 4 hours. I admit our structure is a bit loose in some strategic ways and, over the years, we have made changes to include stronger accountability and motivation. ... Views: 1397
Seduce the market by being like a lover, full of care and interested in every move your loved one makes. Feel the little mood swings, know how to dance the dance of seduction, when to come close and when to move back.
Marketing is not about pressuring anyone into anything! On the contrary, it ... Views: 1397
Internet marketing can be a lonely lifestyle. Sure, there are hundreds of forums, blogs, and conferences where you can connect with others, but even when you've been around for a while you can feel like you're all alone in your business. When you have little or no in-person connection with ... Views: 1396
I have the good fortune to spend meaningful time with a lot of smart women who keep me on track about what’s going on in women’s lives. One topic that resonates with many of these women (and with me) is the idea of busyness. This issue is of great interest in my Women’s Learning Circles. Not ... Views: 1395
How many times have you been faced with a situation such as a networking meeting, presentation, or social gathering and before you ever got there you start building a story in your head. You started trying to determine the outcome, you started to reflect back to the last time you had to get up ... Views: 1395
The days of flitting from company to company in search of the best compensation package are fading fast into history. With the economy on a downslide and pink slips in the forecast, it’s more important than ever to secure sound footing at your current job.
A survey by ivillage.com found that ... Views: 1394
It’s never too early to start saying thanks to yourclients, vendors and referral sources for what theycontribute to your business or practice. Everyoneloves to be appreciated and acknowledged, so start now and do something every month.
Keep in contact with your clients and vendors by sending ... Views: 1394
Truth be told, writing exceptional SEO articles isn’t that difficult. All you need to do is learn each step that you need to take and have the willingness to do the entire process right. Here’s how you can do it like a pro:
1. Learn SEO article writing techniques. The first step is to get ... Views: 1394
Email marketing to your opt-in list is one of the most effective — not to mention affordable — types of marketing there is. Assuming you’ve built a solid list of people who are interested in the type of information or services you provide, the next critical ingredient is getting your audience to ... Views: 1393
Putting all of your eggs into one basket in your business is never a good idea. Diversity is key, which means that your revenue should come from a number of clients (not just two or three) and preferably should come from multiple sources other than your primary service. These multiple sources ... Views: 1393
Are you doing the same thing over and over hoping for different results? If so, that’s the definition of insanity. If you’re trying to improve something you need a plan that will get you out of the rut. Otherwise you could get stuck in an ongoing circle that goes nowhere.
You don’t want a ... Views: 1393
A successful entrepreneur doesn’t spend too much time slacking off. After all, in the world of business, hard work pays off. Some of the most successful people have described their morning routines, and they all share a number of striking similarities. Notably, they get up very early, have a ... Views: 1392
We have so many different ways to communicate with one another. We can pick up the phone and call using either a land line or a cell phone; we can send an email or a text using our computers or our various handheld devices and we can ‘tweet’ and ‘friend’ and make all kinds of connections AND we ... Views: 1392
Are you seriously considering starting a career as an article writer for magazines? Then, these tips will help you get started on the right foot:
1. Stick with what you know. Consider your areas of expertise and passion when choosing the magazines to write for. You’ll most likely to produce ... Views: 1392
Business owners and employees must be pumped repeatedly for business success. Just like your car needs gas repeatedly so does your mental health and body. The benefits are you are able to provide better service, be more productive, and your work actually gives you energy.
So, a typical day ... Views: 1392
Have you seen a boxing match, or maybe you remember the movie Rocky?
You know how the boxer always has a guy in the corner with him to towel him down, shoot water in his mouth, stop the bleeding, and give him tips on how to perform better out in the ring?
That guy? He's your business ... Views: 1392
I was listening to Michael Port’s book "Beyond Booked Solid" today en route to a meeting. He made one statement that truly sums up my philosophy. As he was talking about how to boost your income, streamline your processes, and take your business to the next level he said "The real bottom line ... Views: 1391
Are you hiding out in your business and keeping that 'freak flag' in the closet so other's won't get their panties in a bunch?
Have you even tried to 'dumb down' or 'quash' some of the very qualities and characteristics that would make you more marketable and more memorable.......playing it ... Views: 1391
I talk to my clients and students all the time about their unique brilliance. At first people can find the idea of being uniquely brilliant intimidating. We are often taught that it’s not OK to claim our greatness. Quite frankly, that just isn’t true. It’s a myth perpetuated by those who are so ... Views: 1390
If you need more sales you don't necessarily need better sales techniques, you need more friends. Just refer to what Bob Burg calls "The Golden Rule of Networking": "All things being equal, people will do business with, and refer business to, those people they know, like and trust."
I find it ... Views: 1390
When you start a new business, what kind of self-image do you have? Do you see yourself as just starting out---a newbie? Or do you see yourself as already successfully running a thriving business? Most people would have to admit to the first scenario.
But if you can shift your self-image to ... Views: 1390
Building an email marketing list is non-negotiable when running an online business. As an eseller, you must understand the importance of having a way to contact your prospects otherwise, you surely will not be able to convert them to paying customers. What you can do is to send these people to ... Views: 1389
How Can Playing and Having Fun Boost Productivity?
This weekend I can proudly say that I added a new member to my family. Yes, that's right, her name is Zoe, a 7 week old Yorkshire Terrier with lots of spunk, and she is the newest member of my family. Boy, oh boy, can this puppy play!
It ... Views: 1389
There s/he sits in front of you or more likely in a text message, that “follow your dreams,” optimistic, confident, tolerant, ethnically diverse, born somewhere between 1976 and 2004, and from the most marketed to and most nearly technologically addicted, socially-networked generation in ... Views: 1389
“Strategy without tactics is the slowest route to victory. Tactics without strategy is the noise before defeat.”
~ Sun Tzu
Strategic thinking is a systematic draft of steps or actions that help company not only sustain its current position but ... Views: 1389
Do you have people (those who know you, like you, trust you, love you, and want the best for you) who are constantly giving you new clients? If not there is most likely only ONE reason why not ... they don't know what you're up to and who your ideal clients are!
See, most people are REALLY ... Views: 1389
The reality is that most of us in small business today barely make it through the top 20% of our to-do lists. We get tangled up in issues, emails, phone calls, drop-ins…the list is endless. We severely strain our relationships, miss important life events, and generally take care of ourselves ... Views: 1387
I can’t tell you the number of times over that past few weeks that I’ve heard the term seeing the big picture. I pay attention when something is said two or more times; there’s something to be mined for myself and perhaps for others.
Seeing the Big Picture; what the heck does that mean? What ... Views: 1387
Many business owners scrape by serving clients who are struggling themselves. In spite of the economy, there are many businesses and people who have been unaffected and are willing to pay for premium-level services and products.
When you’re trapped servicing the middle or low-price market ... Views: 1387
Having studied fine arts in college, I had very limited job options once I graduated. I had been working in the family business for money and had gotten caught up in a 9 to 5 meaningless routine that paid my bills. Once I was married and with kids, it just got harder and harder to focus on ... Views: 1387
In the world of business, one of the biggest sins you can make is to compare yourself to others. If you belong to the group of Gen Y entrepreneurs, chances are you’re feeling the pressure of being successful just like your more senior and experienced counterparts. What’s interesting is the fact ... Views: 1387
More and more people are now thinking about making money from home. People I have talked to entertain this idea because they’ve grown tired of the office politics and they no longer find driving everyday to and from their office exciting. Most of them also want to finally have control over their ... Views: 1385
How To Build And Maintain A Career In Music With A Mentor
By Tom Hess
One of the biggest challenges you will face early on as you start a career in music is simply ‘not knowing’ what to do. Fact is, many musicians do not know much about the music industry in the beginning. As a ... Views: 1385
What do you imagine if you hear the marketing phrase, referral letter marketing? I'll bet you $100 you're guessing that I'm talking about testimonials and recommendations from past clients.
That's a wonderful plan for marketing as well. Although, I'm referring to you getting a career-long ... Views: 1385
During my recent Three Principle training weekend we were discussing the qualities of an entrepreneur. We were asked as a group to share our thoughts on what we thought they are. And interestingly enough, out of a large group of mainly entrepreneurs, it wasn’t until about 15 minutes had gone ... Views: 1384