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- Stock Market Reach Record Highs - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2008 from Robert SheminIt may not be the NBA Finals, but as Dallas Mavericks billionaire owner Mark Cuban once quipped, “If you don’t follow the stock market, you are missing some amazing drama.” As the stock market continues to reach record highs this year, a majority of Americans feel confident ...
Views: 729 - Networking Nouse For Busy Professionals - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2008 from Sharon MooreIf you’re looking to get ahead professionally, then looking professional and having a great kitbag of skills is a great start to making an impact in the business world. But the ability to make an entrance and then stand out from the crowd is critical to differentiate yourself. From there it ...
Views: 533 - Made In China Helps Businesses Find Sourcing Partners - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2008 from li clearFor businesses all over the world, one of the ways that you can grow your business and increase revenue is with the help of Made in China B2B E-commerce service. Made in China is perhaps the finest online source for global buyers to reach out and connect with Chinese suppliers to create long ...
Views: 819 - Preparing To Network - 7 Ways It Can Tip The Scales In Your Favor - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2008 from Liz LynchOf all the things that hold people back from networking, one of the biggest is the belief that they don't have a networking personality. But if being comfortable connecting with others is the most recognizable trait of a successful networker, it's really only one part of the equation. No matter ...
Views: 1405 - 10 Steps To Ensure Your Networking Contacts Will Be There When You Need Them - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2008 from Liz LynchYou make a great connection at a conference or networking event, but how comfortable are you reaching out to them later? Do you struggle to come up with a good reason to call, believing (correctly) that dialing just to say "hi" isn't enough, at least at this early stage of the relationship? A ...
Views: 1439 - Wind Chimes - Traditional And Trendy - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2008 from Wind ChimesThe soft breeze blowing through the windows gently pushing the hollow chimes against one another trying to orchestrate a new music note and a symphony is an enchanting moment to experience. The soft chimes produced even amidst the slightest wind brings a deep feeling of togetherness and ...
Views: 1291 - Five Secret Ways To Make Your Brain Get The Write Idea - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2008 from Glenn DietzelOnce you have an idea for a book and a plan for how to get it written and marketed, it’s time to put your brain to work with some writing exercises. Here are 5 different tips to help your brain get the ‘WRITE’ idea: • When an idea comes to you, usually unexpectedly, it ...
Views: 715 - Get Smart About Networking - 7 Key Essentials - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2008 from Liz LynchWhen I started my business seven years ago, I knew I'd have to network. I was okay with that, even though I'm not a born networker and successfully avoided networking during my 12 years in corporate America. To be comfortable on my own in the long term, however, I was willing to bear a little ...
Views: 1252 - Networking Dynamic Duos - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2008 from Liz LynchEven though I'm an independent consultant, I've been collaborating with others more often lately on different projects and ventures to accelerate my business. But it wasn't until recently, when one of my project partners and I had lunch with a big name prospect, that I discovered the power of ...
Views: 1244 - Announcing Revolutionary New "Building On A Budget" For Home Business Owners - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2008 from Jerome RatliffAll home business owners can now learn the best ways to build any home business nearly free, using these latest internet marketing techniques. It’s ruthless. Today, succeeding in the “work at home” arena is harder than ever with the painful advertising costs and ...
Views: 1246(1 vote) - Stretch Your Networking Boundaries & Break Out of Your Comfort Zone - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2008 from Liz LynchWhen July rolls around New York, my husband and I can't wait to escape the stifling heat and humidity that often blankets the city. Not just mitigate it by going to a nearby beach, but really leave it behind us. This year, we opted for 10 days in the Swiss Alps. While I had visions of ...
Views: 1251 - How Can The Employment Report Make You Money? - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Mac XThe employment report is actually two separate reports which are the results of two separate surveys. The household survey is a survey of roughly 60,000 households. This survey produces the unemployment rate. The establishment survey is a survey of 375,000 businesses. This survey produces the ...
Views: 738 - The Power Of Cross Posting - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Warren WhitlockI’ve written a few times about the power of blog cross promotion. Still, some authors ask if it’s worth the time and if will really work for them. The answer is: Yes! There is nothing more powerful in online promotion than the simple comments you post. In the past 48 hours, I posted ...
Views: 727 - Tips Before You Write a Book Proposal - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Rick FrishmanTips before you write your book proposal February 10th, 2008 Before starting your book proposal, make sure that you have a strong book concept, an interesting approach and a catchy title. Clearly identify your market, your niche, and understand what your proposal is intended to achieve. Make ...
Views: 1172 - Change Your Water Change Your Life!! - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from steven fursikYour body is 75% water, what are you filling your 75% with?? I would like to take a moment of your time to introduce you to one of the Greatest Preventative Health Advances of our generation! Kangen-Alkaline Ionized Anti-oxidant Water, pure, healthy, alkaline drinking water with miraculous ...
Views: 888 - Do Your Friends Treat Your Business As A Joke? - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Caryn FitzgeraldThis topic is very close to my heart as I have seen so many people over the years fail in their businesses and become very discouraged. Why is this? It’s actually based on a very simple fact - many simply don’t treat their business as if it was important to them, so why should anyone else? ...
Views: 731 - Making The Most Of Microsoft Outlook Support - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2008 from james larryNowadays, email holds underlying significance in taking business’s success to peak. Hence, it has become an inseparable part of day to day business activities. This has created a need for an effective email client program which can handle all business emails whether sent or received ...
Views: 868 - The Necessity Of A Property Appraisal - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2008 from locate appraisersIt doesn’t matter if you are buying or selling a property, because a real estate appraiser is important to the deal. To find out the true value of the property, the appraiser will check out the home appraiser and measure the square footage. This helps to protect the seller, the buyer and ...
Views: 938 - Why Outsource To Costa Rica? - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2008 from Richard BlankIn today’s highly competitive outsourcing market, a closer proximity to the United States , Central Time Zone and Spanish language capability as an added value are now considered almost basic requirements when making a decision on what call center to use for your important project. ...
Views: 864 - 5 Strategies To Getting Your Money's Worth At Seminars & Workshops -- Success Strategies Ezine - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2008 from Sandra MartiniYou open your email to find a notice about an upcoming seminar or workshop on a topic you desperately want to learn more about. Later that day, you get the mail and there's a postcard inviting you to the same workshop. "Should I go?" you think. "It's expensive, I'll have to pay for airfare ...
Views: 746 - 3 Internets Home Based Businesses Anyone Can Do - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2008 from Manpreet SinghSo what kind of home based business opportunity should you take on? Do you want to have an internet-based home business? Millions have done it, are doing it and are earning good livings doing so. Here are three different kinds of Internet based business models you can try: 1) Be an online ...
Views: 679 - Three Smart Ways To Reduce Your Monthly Phone Expenditures - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2008 from Bob LettermanThese days consumers are definitely feeling the pinch of increasing prices. From the gas pump to the grocery store, costs are leaping higher. But the phone bill is one place where savvy folks can still save. For most people, phone related expenses are a not insubstantial line-item in the typical ...
Views: 704 - Building Business Relationships With Out The Manual Labor - Part 2 - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2008 from Joe PolishVery effective salespeople do follow-up, and they follow up pretty darned well. They have it on their calendar. They have ticklers and they have systems and ways to remember to call this person in three days, six days, 15 days, 45 days, whatever the case may be. That follow-up is effective and ...
Views: 759 - Great Business Relationships Start With Clear Expectations - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2008 from Jean Charles“Get the expectations clear up front”. I find self saying this to every one of my clients at one time or another. This caveat applies to all relationships in business and, if you think about it, in all other relationships as well. When dealing with partners, employees, vendors, clients, etc. ...
Views: 1476 - 1 Sure-Fire Way To Get Networking Results - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2008 from Heather Dominick1 Sure-Fire Way to Get Networking Results by Heather Dominick, EnergyRICH® Entrepreneur Success Coach I remember being introduced to the concept of "business networking" when I started my first business. I thought, I will NEVER be able to do this. I remember getting ready to go to my first ...
Views: 1089 - Are You Looking For Online Moneymaking Opportunity? - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2008 from Brian ClietteIt is very difficult for people today to live with only one source of income. This is why more and more people are using the Internet for moneymaking opportunities. In fact, there are so many opportunities, that it is difficult for you to choose what the best option for you is. All you have to ...
Views: 853 - Are You Neglecting Your Network? - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2008 from Stephanie WardAs a business owner you know a lot of people, and you continue to meet new people. This is your network. But what are you doing with it? How often do you connect with people in your network? Do you have a plan to stay in touch consistently and develop your relationships? If you’ve ...
Views: 1169 - 11 Rules for Selling to a Skeptic - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2008 from rajiv jindal1. Know your product/service Know it inside and out, backwards and forwards. You should know its strengths, weaknesses, and any proprietary features. Also understand the factors that influence its supply and demand. All of these will strengthen your presentation and help the skeptic make a more ...
Views: 675 - Quick Tips to Succeed in a Slow Economy - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2008 from carolyn campbellFor those of you who are stressing about a dip in the economy consider this: some of the most enduring businesses were started and expanded in times of economic downturn. Being a small business owner is a terrifically rewarding experience or a terrifying roller coaster of fear. By taking the ...
Views: 1244 - After The Networking Event - Following Up With Flair - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2008 from Liz LynchFollowing up is a critical part of the networking process, because as I often say in my workshops, someone you speak to for 5 minutes at a networking event will probably not feel comfortable enough with you right off the bat to refer you to their best client or buy from you. You need time to ...
Views: 1380 - Online Money Making Guide - There Is Something for Everyone - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2008 from Brian ClietteMany people would love to make money online. It is wonderful to be able to choose your time to work; to be able to get up when you want; to avoid commuting, and the best of all, to stay with your family while you earn. Contrary to popular belief, these work-at-home opportunities is not only for ...
Views: 599 - 5 Steps To Optimizing Your Website - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from FSB AuthorsThe majority of Web site owners have fewer than 10 incoming links to their sites. The search engines view incoming links as verification that your site has quality content. The more related links your site has from other sites (with the underlined clickable text that includes your targeted ...
Views: 831 - Referral Bank Account - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2008 from Michael MacedonioHave you ever heard of the emotional bank account? Yes, it’s discussed in the book “7 Habits of Highly Effective People” by Stephen Covey. Essentially what Stephen Covey demonstrates is that you must make deposits into your personal and professional relationships before you can start making ...
Views: 1381 - Telecoms Jobs Today - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2008 from locate appraisersAn explanation of the term telecommunications and the varying jobs that are on offer within the area for individuals. A look at how much or how little telecommunications knowledge a person will need in order to successfully fill a telecoms role. Telecoms is the shortened term for the word ...
Views: 747 - The 10 Key Elements For A Best Practice Supply chain - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2008 from STUART WATTONArticle Summary: How many companies are finding their IT investments are a major blocker to releasing the benefits of Lean Manufacturing and why a new planning approach is needed. Article body: Introduction Over the past 10 years a great number of businesses ranging from SME’s to Blue ...
Views: 1188 - The Petals Of Love - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2008 from Christine LayugWant some tips on how to convey your deepest love onto someone? When it comes to conveying what you really feel for someone, the best and the perfect way to say it is by giving him or her something, and that something must be a flower. Why flowers you ask? Well there are a lot of things that you ...
Views: 933 - Doing Business Through Internet - What Does It Hold? - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2008 from Craig AndrewsThe Internet provides an online medium for businesses and customers to communicate and facilitates the overall economic activity. Businesses in the virtual marketplace enabled by the Internet are referred to as online businesses. There are a number associated advantages and disadvantages of ...
Views: 828 - Give Me A Flower - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2008 from Christine LayugIn Philippines, there is a place which is quite famous for its collection of Philippine flower shops congregated together in a single place, and that place is located in the busy streets of Manila called the Dangwa Flower Market. The Dangwa Flower Market is among the most popular landmark here ...
Views: 1705(1 vote) - How To Avoid Affiliate Scams - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2008 from craig andrewsBefore pondering over how to avoid an affiliate scam, an individual should first be aware of the different types of scams and their modus operandi. The knowledge of the operation of these scams provides important insights into how these can be avoided. An affiliate business can either be ...
Views: 780 - Contrast Between Online And Offline Internet Businesses - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2008 from Craig AndrewsThe term ‘online’ is used to refer to an activity that is carried out electronically or over the Internet. In this context, we commonly encounter a number of terms such as online gaming, online search, online conference, online test and Internet business. An Internet business may be ...
Views: 2925 - Textile Industry - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2008 from Irena DcostaTechnology has completely revolutionized the textile industry. Not so long ago it was considered a cottage industry which had very little returns; but now textile industry is the backbone of many countries across the world especially the south-east Asian countries. The textile industry serves as ...
Views: 705 - Fashion Networking - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2008 from Irena DcostaSometimes most of us misunderstand the term fashion, there are some that redeem this word as a way of dressing and then there are those that consider fashion as following different trends. Fashion however can not be described in few words; it is a way of life it is a way one behaves and it is ...
Views: 657 - Plan Your Conference Call And Pave The Way To Success - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2008 from Matthew TragnaTechnology has now made it possible to conduct a conference right from your office with people sitting any where in the world. If we consider the scenario a few years back, conducting or attending a conference would mean packing your bags, catching the flight and travelling from one place to the ...
Views: 770 - The Best Kept Secret In Network Marketing - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2008 from Lisa WillardIt’s probably one of the best secrets in the Network Marketing industry today. But is it really a secret? It’s something we all should know. But sad to say, it remains a large secret to the majority of our industry. A prospect that comes to you is substantially more valuable than any ...
Views: 897 - Leather Garment Manufacturers - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2008 from Irena DcostaLeather industry had always played a vital role in our society, from the days when leather hides were used as shields and protective clothing in battles to very stylish trendy fashion accessories of the modern day. Leather garments not only provide protection against the cold winter but they ...
Views: 927 - The Lowdown On Lemon Laws - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2008 from Civita DyerExactly what are lemon laws and how do they affect you as a consumer? The lemon laws were created in 1978 as a way to help consumers who have a complaint about their vehicle's repairs not being done correctly or having to repeatedly take the vehicle back to the dealer for repairs. Having no ...
Views: 641(1 vote) - An Insight Into The Mind Of An Online Shopper - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2008 from Craig AndrewsThe fast life of the twenty-first century has left most of us wishing that there were more than twenty four hours in a day. There is just so much to do at work, at home and everywhere else. To top it all, our needs keep increasing and for those of us, who do not believe in making shopping lists ...
Views: 913 - Goldilocks' Red Ribbon - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2008 from christine layugIn the Philippines, when it comes to cakes, there are only two kinds of bakeries that can provide customers with the best kind of cakes in the Philippines, and those are the Red Ribbon Bakery and the Goldilocks Bakery. The Red Ribbon Bakery and the Goldilocks Bakery have been serving us their ...
Views: 6693 - Suitability Of A Suitable Clothing - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2008 from christine layugThey say that among all businesses, a clothing shop business is among the most profitable if maintained properly and the easiest because a person doesn’t need a big amount of capital to start one. A reason why a business of clothing shop is profitable is that, as we all know, clothes are ...
Views: 1350 - Dillon Beach Properties For Sale - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2008 from Deborah melanconDillon beach named after its initial founder George Dillon is in the Marin county of California state. The population of the place is just 319 according to the 2000 census, with a population density of about 107 residents per square mile which is very low. Dillon beach is situated in the hills ...
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