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- Data Backup - The Problems & Solutions - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2008 from Philip BirdWhen you consider that the information on our computers is irreplaceable and often far more valuable than the computers themselves, it’s amazing how many individuals and businesses still don’t take data backup seriously. Despite the importance of information within any business, the ...
Views: 1238 - Call Center Services - Keeping Up With The Growing Demand - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2008 from Fedrik NeoAn interesting facet about the BPO industry and call center outsourcing is that it is easy to see the services that you are using lag and become out of date, if you are not doing business with the right company. You have to ask yourself if your call center services are truly the best that they ...
Views: 785 - The Companywide Impact Of Accounting Finance - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2008 from Joe CoffeeAccounting finance, also referred to as financial accountancy, is used for reference material for people who do not work in a company. This information can either be given to the, or people inside the company. Its primary purpose is to inform those inside the company, such as: stockholders, ...
Views: 1219 - Company Incorporation - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2008 from Kathleen ChesterContrary to what is often seen and many websites, company incorporation is not an easy task. More than the procedural difficulties, there are many decisions that need to be taken at the right time, in the right manner, for your business to become the kind of success you dream of. The first of ...
Views: 786 - New Business Start-up -The Best Way To Go About It - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2008 from Kathleen ChesterOnce you have decided to start a new business, there are a number of do or die decisions staring at you in the face. Sometimes, finding the right starting point can itself feel a little overwhelming. This is particularly true in case of individuals who are interested in new business start-ups. ...
Views: 1014 - Business Formation - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2008 from Kathleen ChesterWhen you reach a certain level of growth, the desire to form your own company and take it to greater heights of success is only natural. In addition to furthering your business, company formation also provides you with various tax and legal benefits that you would otherwise miss out on as an ...
Views: 1190 - 7 Secrets to Turning Prospects Into Clients - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2008 from Melissa GaltThese quick and effective steps are ones I use regularly to turn prospects easily and quickly into clients (if there is a fit). Listen. It sounds simple and it can be but too often we get caught up in wanting to tell them all about ourselves. This isn’t about us; it is about them, so focus on ...
Views: 955 - Specifying Fixed And Random Factors In Mixed Or Multi-Level Models - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2008 from Karen Grace-MartinSince SAS introduced Proc Mixed about fifteen years ago, S-Plus, Stata and SPSS have implemented procedures to analyze mixed models, greatly broadening the options available to researchers. These programs require correctly specifying the fixed and random factors of the model to obtain accurate ...
Views: 956 - Interpreting Interactions In Regression - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2008 from Karen Grace-MartinAdding interaction terms to a regression model can greatly expand understanding of the relationships among the variables in the model and allows more hypotheses to be tested. A previous article, Interpreting Regression Coefficients, discussed how to interpret coefficients in regression models. ...
Views: 1118 - "Marketing As Spiritual Practice: Unearthing Your Potential" - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2008 from Allison BlissMarketing as we know it is over. Done. Finito. People the world over are bored and spammed to the brink of tears. But there is good news: There’s a better way to connect with precisely those you wish to reach … and it works far better than traditional, expensive, gimmick-driven ...
Views: 1424 - Conducting Effective Workshops - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2008 from Vincent PetersConducting effective workshops is one of the constant challenges facing all trainers. We will try to look at the most effective ways to conduct workshops, ways that will make the workshops not only valuable for the attendees, but valuable and rewarding for trainers too. In order to conduct ...
Views: 8129(1 vote) - Assessing The Fit Of Regression Models - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2008 from Karen Grace-MartinA well-fitting regression model results in predicted values close to the observed data values. The mean model, which uses the mean for every predicted value, generally would be used if there were no informative predictor variables. The fit of a proposed regression model should therefore be ...
Views: 6512(1 vote) - The Many Names Of Independent Variables - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2008 from Karen Grace-MartinStatistical models, such as general linear models (linear regression, ANOVA, mixed models) and generalized linear models (logistic, Poisson, proportional hazard regression, etc.) all have the same general form. On the left side of the equation is one or more response variables, Y. On the right ...
Views: 1683 - A Deed In Lieu Of Foreclosure Can Help Homeowners And Pay Investors - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2008 from Alan BrymerMany real estate investors have not considered using a deed in lieu of foreclosure as a moneymaking strategy. But those who do have found that helping homeowners give a deed to their mortgage company in lieu of foreclosure will not only stop the auction, but actually pay them for their time and ...
Views: 2941 - Exploring Into Franchise Opportunities At Franchise It - Learn How to Franchise your Business the Right Way with Astreem's Busin - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2008 from Emily YungThe overwhelming success of a famous local bakery store in Singapore that has expanded in 9 other countries resulted from a single branch that only started 8 years ago. You can find 7-11 stores in almost every corner of the streets locally and internationally, deriving from the fact that it ...
Views: 519 - 10 Tips For Moving Into An Apartment - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2008 from Matthew PawlinaOnce you have found the perfect apartment and executed all the paper work you can now move in and enjoy the place. Moving can be an intimidating process and it is quite hard to decide what to take with you and what to leave behind. Check with the apartment super whether the elevator can be used ...
Views: 7094(1 vote) - Obama Panders To Women By Pushing 'Wage Gap' Myth In New Ad - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2008 from Cara InocencioObama has a new ad out pushing the "wage gap" myth. As we've discussed many times, men earn more than women on average for many legitimate reasons. These include: 1) Men work longer hours at more demanding and hazardous jobs. 2) Men are more likely to travel, relocate or have long commutes for ...
Views: 930 - Why an Online Accounting Service is the Best Choice - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2008 from Joe CoffeeDoing your accounting online can be very efficient and save time. Online accounting is simply defined as using the internet to set up, maintain, or review financial statements. This process can streamline the accounting needs of any individual or business to save money. Especially to start ...
Views: 1286 - Online Accounting Services Give Freedom - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2008 from Joe CoffeeAccounting for any business is one of the most important and expansive procedures. Whether it is a small, medium or a large firm, all types need qualified people to maintain the important financial records. Handling accounts, transactions and other financial details is not an easy task but with ...
Views: 1323 - What, Exactly, Is This Thing Called 'Strategy'? - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2008 from john advantageconsult01"STRATEGY is a style of thinking, a conscious and deliberate process, an intensive implementation system, the science of insuring FUTURE SUCCESS." - Pete Johnson- American Jazz Pianist 1904-1967. Here is how most people think of strategy – that it is a process you must go through once a ...
Views: 768 - Is Strategic Planning Recssion Proof? - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2008 from john advantageconsultIs Strategic Planning Recession Proof? Strategic Planning is a road map to lead an organization or a single entrepreneur from where they are now, to where they would like to be in the future. Fair enough – but is it recession proof? The answer is emphatically yes! Strategic Planning is ...
Views: 631 - Inexpensive, Effective And Savvy Advertising - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Marvin YakosOne of the greatest challenges for business owners is getting customers in the door, and that generally requires advertising dollars. And, it takes a fairly large slice of a promotional budget to sustain; especially in major media like TV, print or radio. The question becomes, where can a ...
Views: 836 - Maximize Your Fundraising By Offering Real Value - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Marvin YakosOn the eve of a big fundraiser a familiar lament was heard coming from the teacher’s lounge. “I still have cookie dough in my freezer left over from last year.” There is a loud collective sigh. “Just mix it in with the new cookie dough,” a volunteer suggests. There is guarded laughter, then a ...
Views: 930 - Genewize: The Secret To Profits As A Genewize Affiliate. - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2008 from Jenn LawlorProfiting in network marketing begins with recruiting a small number of highly motivated entrepreneurs (or budding entrepreneurs!). You can accomplish this by... Many Genewize (http://www.squidoo.com/genewize-life-sciences) affiliates believe they need to recruit hundreds if not thousands of ...
Views: 628 - Finance Accounting Outsourcing - A Boon For Trade and Commerce - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2008 from michelle.mbarkley@gmail.com michelle.mbarkley@gmail.comUpholding financial statistics in an appropriate and precise manner is enormously necessary for the progress of economy and the company’s reputation. This basic prerequisite has been believed to be a tedious affair as it requires a lot of hard work and time. Therefore, companies are now ...
Views: 746 - Promotional Products And Items - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2008 from matt traversoChoosing right kind of promotional gift in itself is a great art. If you end up buying an inappropriate promotional product, it might mislead the desired impact you wanted to create on the receiver as well as portray a negative opinion on your company or brand. There are thousands of ...
Views: 1010 - The Grasshopper and the Ant - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2008 from Jon WorkmanOver the years many fables, stories, and tales have been told that always had a moral; something that you were supposed to learn, and grow from. But how many of them did you really pay attention to or internalize. Allow me to refresh your memory of the story of the grasshopper and the ant. I ...
Views: 1339 - Compensation Is Key - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2008 from Jon WorkmanOne of the most obvious things that I have noticed, and experienced throughout my years in the work force and as a business owner is how companies, employers and employees are affected by compensation. This is a very interesting part of having your own business because it can make or break you. ...
Views: 666 - 6 Red Hot Tips To Get Your Articles Read - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2017 from Leon EdwardThere are many people who fear writing papers or articles. Many just think that it is too much effort and it is all simply pointless when no one reads it. To some people, reading articles also feels like effort, particularly if the article is dry and uninteresting. Well, articles are written in ...
Views: 2011 - Tote Bags - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2008 from Harish SteveThe tote bags serve several practical purposes. In fact they are excellent options for carrying all your personal things. These tote bags are available in different types, colors, designs, and sizes. These bags have always been one of the most obligatory items in a woman’s wardrobe. Due to ...
Views: 956 - What is the Essence of Sustainably Competitive Organizations? - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2008 from Dr. Mario Barrett IIIHow many of you know what makes an organization sustainable competitive? Some of you may think that a great product/service, great logo/brand, or a large bankroll makes for a sustainable competitive organization. Well, I would agree that all of the above can contribute to the creation and ...
Views: 1714 - The Rolex Flagship Model - The Datejust - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2008 from Scott ParhamRolex has been one of the most luxurious watch brands for over a century. Its expertise in the field of watch making has made it the most sought after watch brand. People feel extremely proud to own a Rolex. Over the years, Rolex has innovated many models, all of which have delighted their ...
Views: 1147 - The Most Common Accessory For Women - The Wrist Watch - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2008 from Scott ParhamJewelry has always been the best companion of women. With the invention of the wrist watch, women became attracted to this new form of accessory. Over time, it was not uncommon for women to wear their new erist watches in business environments, sporting events, and parties. Of all brands of ...
Views: 912 - Make Your Lady Love Feel Like A Celebrity - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2008 from Scott ParhamRolex is a leading name in the luxury watch industry. For over a century, the brand has been a distinguished symbol of performance and prestige. With as many as twenty eight affiliates and more than four thousand super skilled watchmakers working from over one hundred countries, Rolex continues ...
Views: 788 - Tax Return Outsourcing Helps In Avoiding Hassles - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2008 from michelle.mbarkley@gmail.com michelle.mbarkley@gmail.comThe taxation session is undoubtedly one of the most important sessions in anyone’s life. In fact, it is also an important season for each business organization because this is one time when they need to clear their tax dues to the government. The taxation session; therefore, tends to ...
Views: 722 - Traffic School & Driving School Courses Going Online - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2008 from James ColeDriving Schools have now gone online. Days are gone when you used to spare some evening hours attending the traffic school classes. Various options are now available on the internet, where you can complete the Defensive Driving Courses by just a click of the mouse. Traffic School is the type of ...
Views: 1168 - Earn Rich Benefits With Outsourced Accounting - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2008 from michelle.mbarkley@gmail.com michelle.mbarkley@gmail.comAccounting has always been known as an important aspect of any business. Business and accounting can be separated because without an accounting department it is just not possible to survive because it is the accountancy department that manages the numbers and helps the organization to earn ...
Views: 693 - Paint Your Office "Green" - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2008 from Ruth HaagOne of the reasons that we, as a society, create so much waste is that it is easier to have something that is disposable, than to have something that must be maintained. Turning an office environment “green” will take some work, but worth it. It is a bit harder to encourage an ...
Views: 1708 - Sites Outrageously With Famous Keyword - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2008 from Jasbir KaurHave you ever wondered why some websites are outrageously successful while others wallow in the depths of cyberspace? Well the answer to the riddle is 'words'. In the game of the internet, use the right words and you win; use the wrong words and you lose. It's that simple. One common mistake a ...
Views: 789 - Engaging Gen Y: Rethinking The Purpose Of The Economic Engine - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2008 from Dawna JonesWhat would it take to engage you in the work you are doing? Is it passion? Is it some shared sense of purpose? Is it because you like checking off the tasks that the boss gave you? Do not get me wrong. Any answer is a good answer but the last question marks the differentiating point between what ...
Views: 1298 - Why Do Some Blog Sites Attract More Visitors and Help You Get More Clients Online Than Others - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2008 from Ajaay KumarIf I were starting my business today and was evaluating my website options, I would pick a blogsite over a stand-alone blog or a traditional website. What's a blogsite? I like to think of this as a blog/website hybrid. It has all the features of a blog, yet acts as a website to help you promote ...
Views: 818 - Using Article Marketing To Establish The Trust - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2008 from Suresh KumarWhen it comes to finding information on the Internet, there's more than enough to go around. But when you want to get specific information to specific people, this can become a little more complicated. If you're in a business that you'd like to advertise to customers, this action falls into the ...
Views: 693 - 5 Helpful Tips To Select The Good Quality Brochure - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2008 from Gary ZivkovichBusiness promotion needs representation in terms of website that displays the products and services. Same way the brochure is also essential to give the broad spectrum of the business to the third party. Based on your budget and types of business you need to print the brochure according to your ...
Views: 918 - Who Says Your Stuff Smells Better Than Mine? - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2008 from Arthur LevineI’m not talking about what you may be thinking about. I am talking about the fine aroma of a new invention. I am talking about the essence of a unique new product. I am referring to something with a sweet flavor that will last forever. I am talking about my boss’s new product. You ...
Views: 1005 - Web Surveys - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2008 from Ariel MonasPaid web surveys are known to be a relatively popular way to make some fast cash online. Many income seekers have hoped to make an online income with internet businesses only to realize that the learning curve is steep and it is competitive to survive in internet marketing. Setting up an online ...
Views: 775 - Large List of Surveys And Paid Focus Groups For Free - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2008 from Ariel MonasIf you are online beginner and you do not know how to make money on internet i will recommend to begin doing surveys for big surveys companies. There are many survey companies that are willing to pay for filling online surveys.In some cases you need to open free Paypal account to get money from ...
Views: 2022 - Employee Satisfaction Surveys - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2008 from Ariel MonasEmployee satisfaction has become a very important determinant of a company’s productivity. Employees are demanding more and more from their organization in exchange for their services. Employee turnover is very high in most industries, and retaining good talented employees has become an arduous ...
Views: 1127 - Customer Satisfaction Surveys - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2008 from Ariel MonasCustomer satisfaction lies at the base of the success of any business. It not only leads to retention of the existing customers but also calls forth new customers. The survival and sustenance of companies in the market amidst heightened competition is possible only by being customer centric. ...
Views: 1051 - 5 Ways To Get School Fundraising - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2008 from Gary ZivkovichThere are different types of fund raising program carried out by the school to raise the funds by promoting the various programs. It is essential to select the proper fund raising facilities to select the funds. 1. Ice lolly fundraiser could act upon easily for a lower team or club, and the ...
Views: 1039 - Project 21st Century-Innovation/Motivation In Corporate America - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2008 from Jodi MosconaThe following is an outline of how to establish, maintain and quantify the benefits of innovation/motivation consistent with corporate America in the 21st Century. Step one is to make innovation/motivation a management priority. And making innovation/motivation a priority is not the same as ...
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