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How Any Woman Can Become Rich - By Dr. Mary E. WatersWorkplace Communication 8 - Cost and Benefits - By Dr. Mary WatersDifferent Small Business Opportunities Available Online - By Dr. Mary Waters- Basic Things About Setting Up Your Restaurant - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2007 from Sarika PeriwalSo you have finally decided to set up a restaurant to exploit your legendary culinary skills and make them into a useful business proposition. Great! Now where do you start? Let us explore one of the most basic of your requirements – setting up the dining area. This is the place where all ...
Views: 6327(8 votes) - How To Fire Up Your Mental Furnace Before You Try To Build Your Small Business Website - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2007 from Curt GrahamHold it! We're talking here about a small business website that you have decided to build today. You’ll find an incredible number of gurus that are stampeding towards your e-click fingers to help you build your own website. But first--you have to do some learning and research. Most ...
Views: 983 - 10 Benefits Of Failure That Dramatically Increase Your Online Business Success - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2007 from Curt GrahamNever doubt it for a second! Your failure in any ebusiness venture is a valuable learning experience that can’t be duplicated in any other way. Not by a college education, not by expert training, and not by literary dogma. The only reason that failure causes depression, insecurity, loss of ...
Views: 4609(2 votes) - First Generation Lead Referral Techniques - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2007 from JD StratisFirst generation leads are by far, the most valuable, useful and cost-effective leads you can generate for your business. A first generation lead is one that you ask for from your existing clients, or show up unannounced at your business as a result of a client recommending your business. How ...
Views: 956 - Branding Through Graphic Designs - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2007 from Daniel KirbyGraphic designing is a strategic tool for marketing and communication to the public through visual representations of creative designs and logos. It comprises of creative faculty with superior designing and aesthetic skills studded together in the designer. Critical analysis and sound thinking ...
Views: 533 - 5 Startup Business Myths - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2010 from Leon EdwardTo give you an example and discuss a few of the myths that cloud the concept of starting a small business. Let us go over the most common myths that typically surround the small business owner and discuss their merits and the facts in each instance. In short many of the things you will hear and ...
Views: 790(2 votes) - About Auto Responders - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2007 from Jo MarkPeople ask me about auto-responders all of the time. My answer is always the same. To make serious money in the article marketing business, you absolutely need an auto-responder! The top two in the industry are Aweber and GetResponse. I think you probably couldn't go wrong by choosing either ...
Views: 538 - 9 Steps To Building Business Credit - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2007 from Lisa PhillipsBuilding business credit can be accomplished regardless of your personal credit history. Business credit is essential in conserving cash flow, keeping track of business expenses and more importantly, protecting personal assets and personal credit history. The most important element to building ...
Views: 1182 - What It Takes To Operate A Successful Internet Business - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2007 from Jo MarkHave you ever heard of the 80-20 rule? It is a ratio that is quite common in business, particularly in sales. There are many applications of this ratio: 1) 80% of your business will come from the top 20% of your clients. 2) 80% of a business’s sales will be generated by the top 20% of its ...
Views: 493 - The Most Important Business Multipliers - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2007 from FSB Authors#1: Mastermind Power One of the secret strengths of Maui Millionaires is the power of the mastermind. A mastermind group is a group of two or more people who come together to work on a common goal in the spirit of focused harmony and trust, where all members benefit. The skill of masterminding ...
Views: 701 - Vehicle Graphics- The Next Biggest Revolution - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2007 from Ted OptimizationPromotional signage includes various kinds of banner and vehicle graphics and witty promotion strategies. Signarama uses various designs and graphics for outdoor and indoor designing and branding. These are amongst the top priorities in the wish list of corporate houses looking for strategic ...
Views: 594 - Discover A New Way To Success With Small Business Bookkeeping - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2007 from Alvis BrazmaAs we notice the type of records a business needs depends very much on its size. There is no point in applying simple and short term book keeping system on big organizations or vice versa. Every business has its own requirements and execution techniques that decide on the applicable accounting ...
Views: 569 - Ah, The Lowly Business Card - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2007 from DeBorah BeattyOne of the first ways people get to know you is through business cards. I can't tell you how many times I have asked the interesting people I meet at meetings and events for a business card only to be told they don't have one, or they haven't gotten them printed yet, or some such excuse. The ...
Views: 897 - Indoor Signage- The Clients' Next Need - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2007 from Ted OptimizationInterior signage is a big market and industry for advertising agencies that has an immense potential. Office spaces have been growing rapidly over the last decade with new and more entrepreneurs springing up and constructing huge offices and enhancing the industry. With the growth of new ...
Views: 656 - Profiting On The Internet - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2007 from Jo MarkAre you making money on the Internet? Many sites never make a penny while others prosper like wild fire. Which category does your site fall into? There are numerous reasons why some sites fail to make any real money on the Internet. We’ll cover a few of the major reasons in this article. Follow ...
Views: 529 - 10 Steps To Achieve Internet Success - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2007 from Jo MarkEarning money on the Internet is a lot more challenging today than it was a few years ago. The most efficient method of generating sales has always been to develop a large list of clients/subscribers and sell to the list. Make it worth their while to join your list, contact them often, take care ...
Views: 581 - Not Making Money? Simple Techniques For Internet Profits - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2007 from Jo MarkAre you making as much money as you expected on the Internet? Unfortunately, for most people, the answer is no. But, by making just a few changes, you can begin to turn that situation around and generate some cash. The first question is, do you have a website? In most cases, it is easier to ...
Views: 641 - Perfecting Your Squeeze Page - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2007 from Jo MarkYou can make a lot of money on the Internet. Those who are the most successful make the bulk of their money from their lists. To be truly successful, you need a large (and growing) list. List building is one area where size really does matter, the bigger your list, the bigger your income. And ...
Views: 577 - Learn Key Concepts - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2007 from Tad WaddingtonEfficiency: Getting things done right. Effectiveness: Getting the right things done. Capital intensive: Requiring lots of money to accomplish. Labor intensive: Requiring lots of work to accomplish. Quality: Not what you put into a thing; what somebody else gets out of it. Emergency: A time ...
Views: 675 - The Business Of Structures - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2007 from Toronto websitesToronto real estate market is in for a bull rally. There are tremendous options for a new comer or an existing realtor to pick up from. The market is booming and new constructions have come up. The number of homes and flats in demand has gone up. The property rates are booming and people are ...
Views: 562 - Credit Card Deals With Cash Advances - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2007 from Wendy DrewsAmerica is becoming a cashless society. People use plastic to pay for about everything. But there are some situations when you in a great need of cash. If you do not have a friend or a relative who is eager to lend the desired sum or if it is an emergency and you need to have cash right now the ...
Views: 682 - Buy-to-let Stands While Housing Market Falls - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2007 from Daniel KirbyMore information has emerged today to demonstrate the contrast between the buy-to-let UK property market and the residential house buying market. The ability of buy-to-let to withstand a housing downturn or even slump has been questioned, although Ray Boulger of John Charcol said this week the ...
Views: 683 - How To Become A Flea Market Vendor In 4 Simple Steps - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2007 from Melissa OaksFlea markets offer individuals a great low-cost option to make money. You can rent a booth at a flea market for as low as $5/day. The money that you make can vary depending on the items that you sell, the competition that you have, and the demand for the items that you sell. Becoming a flea ...
Views: 11344(5 votes) - Real Estate Accounting: Settle Your Finances - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2007 from Alvis BrazmaAny business, irrespective of what category of industry it caters to, requires an accounting department to deal with all the nitty-gritty of the financial aspect of the business or industry. Accounting is the most vital aspect of a business and if you are running a real estate company you must ...
Views: 645 - My Ultimate "No-Brainer" Computer Backup Wish List - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2007 from Blue MelnickNeed a checklist of sorts to compare online data backup and recovery services? Here's my ultimate, "no-brainer" computer backup Wish List to help you do just that. Simply use this Wish List to evaluate any data backup service that you're considering. If it doesn't satisfy the Wish List, it's not ...
Views: 654 - Outsmarting Google Part 1 of 3 - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2007 from Jo MarkAs you excitedly added your first Google Adsense code to your website, how many of you thought, “How can I beat the system?” A fair number I bet. But the fact of the matter is, you can’t. With Google’s massive computing power and the best minds in the business, it is practically impossible to ...
Views: 642 - Steps for A Business Start-Up - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2007 from Strong Business CreditA feasibility analysis is a preliminary study that takes place prior to committing to a certain action or a plan, especially for a small business start up. It is used to ascertain the likelihood of the action’s success. It is also an analysis of possible alternative solutions and ...
Views: 853 - How to Overcome Sales Objections - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2007 from Dave MillerYou've worked for weeks to get an appointment with Mr. Big. At the meeting, you've identified his needs and wants and demonstrated that your product will meet (or exceed) those needs and wants. You're moving to gain agreement and, in some manner of speaking, he says "sorry, your product's not ...
Views: 2226(3 votes) - Lead the Corporate World With Accounting Help - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2007 from Alvis BrazmaDo the tax sessions pester you a lot just because your organization is not having a good financial management system? As accounts are the information sheets that are needed on daily basis in order to conduct business, every organization needs to take care of its financial section for better ...
Views: 638 - Keep Your Profits Running With Retail Accounting - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2007 from Alvis BrazmaNumbers are something that leaves us with a cold feet and sweat and especially, when the numbers are endless. Whether one is managing a big or small-scale business, accounts are something that one dares to handle. And when it comes to retail accounting then one has to be alert all the time ...
Views: 797 - Tips For Screening Staff Applicants When Opening A Daycare - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2007 from Fiona LohrenzIt is vital to conduct pre-employment background screens when opening a daycare. These checks safeguard both you and the children in your care. They establish two things. The first is to verify that the person applying for the position within your childcare center is indeed the person they ...
Views: 721 - Managing Your Daycare Business Effectively - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2007 from Fiona LohrenzOpening a daycare business is a lot of work, make no bones about it. The list of things to do will seem overwhelming and unending. While creating a business plan, designing an area for your home based daycare business, and obtaining clients is important in the initial opening of the ...
Views: 829 - ***Workplace Communication 8 - Cost and Benefits - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2007 from Dr. Mary WatersToday when so many companies are downsizing and closing, you want to save in every area possible. This mean you also want to review the cost and benefits of communicating effectively with the employees. When you say it the right way, it means that you used good communication to get your ...
Views: 11686(11 votes) - ***Goal Setting Process 3 - Ten Steps to Achieving Your Business Goals - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2007 from Dr. Mary WatersDo you recall being a member of a team and helping to achieve a short-and long-range goal for your favorite organization, such as a musical or theatrical group, religious, civic organizations, or a business? Let’s say the musical group set a goal this year to win first place in the spring ...Do ...
Views: 8380 - ***Leadership Roles in the Workplace - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2007 from Dr. Mary WatersHow do you rate yourself as a leader? If you are a supervisor, you should not allow your personal feeling to control your behavior. It is not a mistake that these employees are under your supervision, but to deliberately hold them back from awards and other promotions is shameful on your part. ...
Views: 6080 - ***Leadership Roles in the Workplace - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2007 from Dr. Mary WatersHow do you rate yourself as a leader? If you are a supervisor, you should not allow your personal feeling to control your behavior. It is not a mistake that these employees are under your supervision, but to deliberately hold them back from awards and other promotions is shameful on your part. ...
Views: 5706(1 vote) - ***Motivation at Work - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2007 from Dr. Mary WatersDoes this sound familiar to you when you hear it? “I hate my job, I hate getting up early and driving to work, I hate working, but I have got to pay my bills.” This is a cry for help. You lack motivation and you will continue to be unhappy until you fulfill the void in your life. Motivation ...
Views: 5237 - ***Time Management 2 - How to Eliminate Your Timewasters and Double Your Income - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2007 from Dr. Mary WatersWhat percentage of your time is being wasted during the day? To do an evaluation of how your time is being spent, you may prepare a pie chart based on the way you are currently spending your time. Make a list of all the tasks you are performing for the business. You should group these tasks ...
Views: 9199(1 vote) - ***Small Business Starting - Top Three Easy Part-time Businesses To Start Now! - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2007 from Dr. Mary WatersAre you working in a seasonal business such as a “tax preparer,” and you are looking for something to do part-time? One of the biggest challenges that many people face today is finding the perfect business to run from home. It takes much time and effort to match the right person with the right ...
Views: 9844(1 vote) - ***Dealing with Difficult People and Situations - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2007 from Dr. Mary WatersOn a scale of one to ten, how would you rate yourself for handling that last difficult person? Not too good, well here are a few tips on how to handle a difficult person. What you can do is ask to meet with him. During the meeting, you may speak in a quiet “pass the butter voice.” Now you ...
Views: 7199 - ***Small Business Starting - What is a Business Plan? - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2007 from Dr. Mary WatersIf you do not know what a business plan is or have never written one, you should take time to do the research on how to write it. If your business plan is at least two years or older, you should consider updating it. One way for the new and experienced business owner to think of a business ...
Views: 7353 - ***Small Business Starting - What is a Business Plan? - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2007 from Dr. Mary WatersIf you do not know what a business plan is or have never written one, you should take time to do the research on how to write it. If your business plan is at least two years or older, you should consider updating it. One way for the new and experienced business owner to think of a business ...
Views: 6775 - ***Stress 3 - Top Ten Ways to Cope with Stress - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2007 from Dr. Mary WatersAre you constantly seeking ways to cope with stress overloads? To cope with stress, you need a healthy mind and body. A healthy mind and body will enable you to meet tight deadlines, manage personal problems, deal with crises, and cope with your stressors. The secret to coping with stress ...
Views: 9960(2 votes) - *** How Any Woman Can Become Rich - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2007 from Dr. Mary WatersDid you know that there is no shortage of money? The problem is that you may not believe that you are worthy of having a lot of money. Anything you believe you can have, you will receive it. If someone is going to get rich, then why not YOU? Many women are on the list of the rich and famous ...
Views: 14268(6 votes) - Overview of Local Grants and Websites for Funding a Start Up Business - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2010 from Leon EdwardGrants come in a wide array of sizes, for a broad array of purposes, from a myriad of sources. While most grant information rests at the Federal level, there are plenty of other sources of funding for a business startup out there. This article will focus on getting grants from your local ...
Views: 843(2 votes) - First Steps to Starting A Business on a Budget - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2007 from Leon EdwardStarting a business takes a realistic assessment of expenses, planning assets, and most importantly, funding requirements. The second leading cause of small business failure is from under capitalization. (The leading cause is mismanaged growth). Capitalizing your new business means overcoming ...
Views: 830 - Business Success Start-up Guide - by How do you start to plan your business? What is required? What should you research? Where do you start? Use the checklist below to guide you as you build a strong, solid business foundation.
Check your Personal Foundation. Make sure you are ready mentally, emotionally and financially to begin ...
Views: 638 - Beyond Startup - Are You Stunting the Growth of Your Home-Based Business? - by © 2002 Elena Fawkner
If you’ve left the corporate world to strike out on your own in your own home-based business, you'll be acutely aware that your financial success is up to you and you alone, perhaps for the first time in your life. For obvious reasons, therefore, your home-based business ...
Views: 828 - Have You Created an Impossible Business? - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2009 from C.J. HaydenIt's easy to think that any business can be successful if you work hard enough, but there are many situations where this just isn't so. Consultants, coaches, and other service professionals often start a business believing that all they need to do is charge a "reasonable" fee and sell ...
Views: 843 - What's Your Business Model? - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2009 from C.J. HaydenIf you have enough clients to keep you busy, you must be making a good living, right? Well, not necessarily. Some of the busiest professionals around aren't earning enough to pay their bills. On the other hand, there are some consultants, coaches and other service providers who have plenty of ...
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