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“Getting Back to Basics: A Customer Service Tale”

One hot summer day my daughter and I ventured to our local craft store with one mission in mind – purchase velvet covered coloring panels called fuzzy boards. Little did we know this simple trip would turn into such an adventure.The store advertised the boards on sale and offered a 40% discount coupon. My daughter excitedly selected two boards however I noticed different manufacturers produce. . .

Fail Your Way To The Top

Failure is only a matter of perspective. Change your perspective and change your outlook of failure.Have you had a challenging day or week? Maybe you're feeling a little tired or feel discouraged with a current situation. Maybe you are ready to throw in the towel and quit something.We all go through times of feeling that something in our life sucks, and all we can see and feel is the mess we ar. . .

Does your Company have Documentum?

Are you lost in the mess of documents that get passed around your company, never knowing what the latest version is and which one you should work on without worrying if someone else has already made the same editions that you are making? Perhaps you have heard of collaboration software solutions such as Documentum to help your company manage its documents that are passed around. Documentum is a. . .

Features of a Printing Company

There are times when moment is of the essence and you need to finish a bulk of ads and materials at a given time. There are also times when you do not know the right paper, the right color and the right presentation of your marketing materials. You are left in a state of indecision. But don’t waste your time worrying. When it comes to these printing needs, you can always rely on printing compan. . .

How to Start an Investment Club - Business Model

Your investment club will need to decide what type of entity you're going to adopt for business purposes. You'll have to decide whether you're going to be a corporation, a general partnership, or limited liability partnership. Each of these business models has their own advantages and disadvantages. · Corporation. Most investment clubs will avoid becoming a corporation. This is because corporat. . .

Angel Investors: 7 Online Business Plan Scams and 1 Real Deal

We've all seen the hype: "We'll put your plan in front of thousands of investors!" "We'll write you an award-winning online business plan!" "Only $3,000 for thousands of investors to learn about your company!"I cringe every time I see one of these ads. Vultures are preying on honest business people who want to fund their businesses. Here are some ways to spot them:1. "Only qualified inves. . .

Finance Your Small Business: So Much Money – So Little Time

$37.4 million funded from venture capital today. $86.4 million funded yesterday. $51.4 million funded the day before.These numbers are not made up. They are actual numbers from actual reported venture capital funding. I get these notices emailed to me day after day, rain or shine. I’m not personally looking for business financing – but the entrepreneurs who read my website are. These numbers ar. . .

5 Promotion Secrets to Get the Job You Want

Time and time again I hear the following from students in my career advancement workshops:“My work speaks for itself…I shouldn’t have to tell anyone about my skills.”“Why did they hire from the outside, I am already doing what’s required of that position?”“Why did they get the job, I have more skills and experience than they do?”“How come my name is never mentioned when promotions come up in co. . .

Five Secrets to Gaining Credibility with Your Team for Outstanding Results

Towers Perrin, the corporate benefits consulting firm, surveyed over 1000 American workers and found the following:* Only 51 percent of all workers trust their organizations to tell the truth in employee communications* Only 48 percent of all workers with more than five years of tenure believe their companies are honest in their employee communications* Only 44 percent of all workers over age 5. . .

How to Leverage Your Fund Raising Ideas

By Dee Scrip© All rights reserved. Learn how to easily optimize your fund raising ideas -- whether for school fund raising, church fund raising, charity work, non profit organizations, or business – that require minimal effort but produce maximum monetary rewards.Leverage is a fairly simple concept. According to Webster, leverage “…provides an increased means to accomplish some purpose…” Ap. . .

How Appetizing Is Your Feedback?

Recently, I was watching a rerun of the successful television show, The Cosby Show. The patriarch of this professional family (He is a doctor and his wife is a lawyer.) played by Bill Cosby, was just told by his college-bound daughter that the boyfriend she brought home to meet him was really her fiancé. He was disappointed with the news. Disappointed not in the young man or what he did (he . . .

Creating a Winning Staff Team

As a business owner, I’ve had staff come and go over the years: some have done extremely well, and others not so well. During the time I was involved in running my business, I found some weaknesses in myself that tremendously affected things that were going on, especially from a negative point of view. It was not uncommon for me, whenever something was not going well, to ignore it. Sometimes I . . .

5 Tips to Step Boldly into the World & Set Yourself Apart from Others

"Real champions believe in themselves even when no one else will!" Author UnknownTo take your life and business to a level you can get excited about there is a good chance you will need to step boldly into the world and stand distinctively apart from others. Here are 5 tips to support you to embrace the unknown in a big way and maximize your results.Fully Express Your Self~ Concern for what ot. . .

Five Leadership Secrets for Challenging Times

We consistently face new and ever growing challenges in the workplace such as reorganizing, downsizing, and “left out sizing.” We are faced with the question, “How do we lead in this storm of change?” It may seem difficult at times and the decisions we make define our short-term and long-term outcomes. I will share with you five leadership techniques guaranteed to keep you on track during the. . .

Job Interview Preparation - What Employers Are Looking For

When an employer decides to conduct an interview with you, there are certain things that they are looking for from you. Naturally, you are likely to focus on these things during an interview, but you should remember all of the tips in this manual because following those tips is what is going to make the employers see all of those things in you. Since everybody wants to have a leg up when it com. . .

You Are What You Wear

When you step into a room, you get one free moment. In that moment colleagues and clients are making assumptions of who and what you are all about. If your visual integrity does not reflect your capabilities, it may take many further meetings to undo that first impression. Call it impression management, style or good grooming, the business professional knows the power of a positive image. Savvy. . .

Crossing The Line Of Fear

Oh, this is a great topic!I remember when I was younger and in school, fear stopped me from asking out a girl I wanted to date. I didn't understand it then but I certainly do today.Do you ever have any thoughts of fear that cause you to not to move ahead with any of your dreams or goals? Every human on earth at one time or another feels this "fear" and reverts back into their "safety" or comfor. . .

Artist Book KAIF & OBLOM for $1,000,000,000

Every artist has his own work, which he considers to be the most considerable no matter how others understand it. The desire to create something exclusive lives in every man. Women do not need that, because any woman is able to have a baby which is the most important in her life. Hence, a man has a tendency to create perpetuum mobile or the absolute, and they choose either the complicated or si. . .

How Copying the HBO Schedule Can Boost Your Business

I'm not talking about posting the HBO schedule on your website or sending a Xeroxed copy around to all your customers. When HBO came onto the scene they were innovative, fresh, and willing to do things other people were not.Before HBO ("Home Box Office") came out in 1985, about the only to way to see a movie was to go to the theater, pray that one of the major networks would be showing one you . . .

Remember the 7 words of success

In any walk of life, sport, business, family life, etc, there are always going to be times when you feel like throwing in the towel. Its human nature, we do not enjoy conflict, lack of progress, always finishing runner up. The 7 words are simple and can’t be underestimated “never give up, never never give up". Historians say that Churchill’s exploits in the second world war is the best te. . .

Business card printing: On the run!

It is very difficult to create a business card that will definitely look different among the rest. Something that will give the person whom you have handed down your business card a reason to consider and appreciate the message you wanted to deliver from them. For most of the business card looks all the same and they all go in the same place…in the trash!So how can you do a business card that w. . .

Strategy Without Tactics is Futile

From time to time there seems to be a flurry of studies and surveys on effective communication in the workplace. As a communication specialist, I'm always eager to read these studies, but am often disappointed with what I see. That's because they all seem to be about communication strategy. • We must put in place strategies to get our message out to our various publics. • We must have a communi. . .

An Honest Look at Your Business

There is a difference between being comfortable and being in apathy.It is very comfortable to have a smooth running organization when you have a team that knows what to do and does it. It is comfortable to have this group take care of your company and make it expand, and all you have to do is take care of the team. It is comfortable when the staff will actually handle the discipline problems of. . .

5 Things to Look for in a Property Appraiser

Homeowners who are seeking a property appraiser often ask “How should I choose which real estate appraiser to use?” When selecting a property appraiser, keep the following in mind:Always make sure a property appraiser is licensed or certified by the state to perform real estate appraisals. While state licensing and/or certification isn’t always an indication of quality, it ensures that an ind. . .

Communicating Price Increases to Your Customers

Copyright 2004 by Dave Kahle Eek! Price increases from several of your suppliers! Your customers won't like that. How do you manage to pass on that price increase without losing business or giving away margin dollars? This is becoming a major issue for distributors. The economic pendulum has inevitably reached its apex and begun to swing back in the other direction. In many industries the press. . .

PR and the Small Matter of Results

Please feel free to publish this article and resource box in your ezine, newsletter, offline publication or website. A copy would be appreciated at bobkelly@TNI.net. Word count is 1095 including guidelines and resource box. Robert A. Kelly © 2005. PR and the Small Matter of ResultsAs a business, non-profit and association manager, how satisfied are you when the public relations people assigned. . .

YOUR BABY'S UGLY

Your Baby’s Ugly…and you’ve got bad breathBy Steve BakerI’ve got good news and bad news. The good news is that 98% of businesses are small businesses. That bodes well for the entrepreneurial spirit that has made our nation great. The bad news is that 80%, that’s right, four out of five new businesses will fail in their first five years. After years of building my own companies and consulting gr. . .

Groove Network. Good, but how good?

If you are in a business that passes documents around to be reviewed and edited over and over before they are ready to be posted for advertising or for a client, then you have probably already heard of a software solution to help keep your “floating” documents organized from Groove Network. You may not be aware that there is another option out there. In this article you will be presented with s. . .

Discipline - A Key Factor in Business Success

The greatest emotion that drives most folks to remain in paid employment is fear. For those who are bold enough to decide to leave paid employment and become their own bosses, a number of factors would have driven their desire to be on their own. This article aims to highlight the importance of discipline in sustaining the tempo of factors that informed the decision to become one’s own boss an. . .

Boost Your Leadership Skills Simply By Answering The Question, "What Does Our Organization Really...

PERMISSION TO REPUBLISH: This article may be republished in newsletters and on web sites provided attribution is provided to the author, and it appears with the included copyright, resource box and live web site link. Email notice of intent to publish is appreciated but not required: mail to: brent@actionleadership.comWord count: 900Summary: The author contends that most organizations reward t. . .

7 Myths That Make Meetings Miserable

Myth 1: Executives belong in meetings.Although the demands of business cause executives to attend more meetings than other professionals, executives need to avoid meetings. Top management is responsible for vision, strategy, plans, and communication. That means executives should spend most of their time thinking, learning, planning, and communicating. Inefficient, ineffective meetings waste the. . .

InvestorIdeas.com Announces New ‘Featured Charitable Organization’: The Marion Institute

March 22, 2005InvestorIdeas.com Announces New ‘Featured Charitable Organization’: The Marion InstituteOrganization is dedicated to identifying and promoting programs that seek to enhance life for the Earth and its inhabitantsPOINT ROBERTS, Wash., Delta B.C, March 22, 2005 – www.InvestorIdeas.com, a global investor news and research group of portals is pleased to announce the addition of the Mar. . .

Vending Machines and the Lure of the Instant Home Based Business

If you are considering vending machines as a home based business here are three very brief facts about vending. 1) Vending machines will start to earn revenue for your home based business almost immediately. 2) A brand new, high quality machine is actually very inexpensive. 3) Any machine at the right location has the very realistic possibility of paying for itself well within one year. These t. . .

4 Areas Where Your Business is Losing Money

In my 18 years of consulting I have heard it all. Everything from competition to managed care as reasons why it’s hard to create the business of your dreams. New customers are needed to keep any business going but it is how you and your staff manage these customers that determines your success in business.In every business that I have gone into over the years, what amazes me most is the amount. . .

What I learned About Soda Vending Machines

Soda vending machines come in all shapes and sizes but the most common style are the stand-alone full sized machines. Soda vending machines have lots of capacity. Even my old one that I paid too much for had a capacity of over 500 cans with 7 total selections. That's a lot of soda which also means that it could be possible that you don't have to visit a location too often if you are looking to . . .

How To Choose a Snack Vending Machine

Snack vending machines come in all shapes and sizes. Some are small enough to hang on a wall and some are the full size floor models like the one I had. Some are electronic that you plug into an electric wall socket. Some are manually operated that don't require any electricity at all. There are snack vending machines that offer user's the chance to buy a coffee right out of the same machine, w. . .

Creating Time the Virtual Way - How Virtual Assistants are Simplifying Life For Small Business Ow...

Time. As a small business owner, it's the commodity you covet most but never seem to have enough of. If you had more time, you could complete all the administrative chores required to operate your business. With enough time, you could do more marketing, more networking, more planning and systemizing. If you had just a little more, you'd be a whole lot less hurried and stressed. But how on earth. . .

Computer Aided Drafting

(CAD) is a specialized service that companies across the world are increasingly seeking from outsourcing firms with in-house engineering expertise. Axis-IT&T is a leader in the field delivering computer aided drafting and other mechanical engineering services to satisfied customers around the globe, including many Fortune 500 companies.The engineers at Axis-IT&T have been catering to the compu. . .

Websites: First-rate and Easy on the Pocket

In today’s online marketplace, designing a quality business website is easier than ever before and the cost might surprise some. As Fortune 500 companies around the globe exhaust countless hours and enormous amounts of capital on developing and maintaining a website, savvy small business owners are realizing the potential of website templates. Web templates are ready-made web design products th. . .

Block Pop Ups and Lock the Door

Ralph Waldo Emerson said that “there is always time enough for courtesy.” But if you own your own business or work out of your home, you probably don’t have time for much else. Coupling the inherent challenges of owning your own business with the distractions of working at home can create a serious drag on your morale and income. If you find yourself spending too much time dealing with distract. . .

Think Outside The Box!

By Robert Thompson Posted 28 Feb 05One of the things that I like to do with my spare time is visit various business forums and chat rooms. It is interesting to see what others are thinking, and once in awhile, I run across a question or post that makes for a good article.Here is a good example from the SMC Members Forum. I have changed the name to protect the identity and privacy of the user. T. . .

Some tips people need to know about internet business

Internet business has the same philosophy like those businesses in the real world. Networking and relationships are the crucial factor for success. For example, being as a direct sales person, you need to knock door by door to gain customer, talk with strangers. DonˇŻt overlook these practices. Not everybody can do this job well because you need to face different people who like you, or who don. . .

Is Cold Calling Dead?

And if laws are being passed to put it to rest once and for all, how do we generate business from now on?Opinions on the subject vary greatly depending on the background of the individual. For example, most of the old-timers are vigilant in preaching their belief that the only possible way to succeed in the world of selling is to make no less than fifty calls each and every day. On the other h. . .

Keeping Your Sales Team Motivated

Sales managers frequently approach me for advice on how to keep salespeople motivated, especially when sales reps get into a rut - and seem to keep slipping deeper into it. Telling managers what not to do usually solves the problem. Most managers do things to de-motivate salespeople without even knowing it.Let's take the idea of funnels and forecasts, for instance. Funnels and forecasts are imp. . .

Five Stumbling Blocks To Successful Networking And How To Overcome Them

The ability to connect with people is essential to success in any business. Professional networking events present opportunities to interact with others on a personal level and to develop profitable relationships. These occasions are critical for anyone who wants to grow a business or promote a career.Many people are simply not comfortable walking into a room full of strangers and striking up. . .

Dramatically Increase Sales with The KISS Test

We've all heard the term KISS at one time or another - "Keep It Simple, Stupid." However, the majority of salespeople violate this basic principle more often than not.Let me start with some examples of what I'm talking about. At one position I held, I sat next to someone who could have been a top salesperson. He and I both operated much the same in that rather than cold call, we ran our own per. . .

Why Cold Calling Is Dead

Our world of selling is closed off from other areas of business that continue to adopt and embrace new, efficient ideas. I was reminded of this recently while re- reading Seth Godin's "Permission Marketing." Here's a book that was intended for business owners and marketing executives, yet it provides a much-needed dose of common sense that would be of great benefit to sales organizations, espec. . .

ProE Services India

ProE is a software used to design products with help of computers. CAD (Computer Aided Designing) designers often use ProE to design many of their products. Technically speaking, ProE is a feature based , parametric solid modeler. By modeling in solids, ProE enables users to create virtual prototypes complete with dimensions, parameters, surface area, and mass properties. In the past, ProE was . . .

Translation Services: Use a translator, a Translation Agency or Do it In-house?

A challenge almost any company entering an international market will be faced with is translating its marketing materials, product and service documentation, and other documents into the language of the target market. Depending on your requirements, there are basically three options:• You can do the translation yourself or have someone in your company do it.• You can find and hire a different t. . .

Make Lots of Money with No Work

Recently I received an email message that went something like this, “I want to do exactly what you are doing in my business.” Come to find out what this person wanted to “do” was make lots of money using the Internet without having to work at it. I almost fell out of my chair. I wasn’t sure if it was from the fact that I was now in my tenth hour of working that day and I was tired or being take. . .

HomelandDefenseStocks.com Reports: Explosive Detection System Technologies – Intelligence Points ...

New Homeland Security Defense Budget Proposes $5 Billion for Airport Security.POINT ROBERTS, WA, February 25th, 2005 – www.HomelandDefenseStocks.com (HDS) and www.BorderAndPortSecurity.com (BPS), investor news portals for the Homeland Defense and Security Sectors, are pleased to offer investors an exclusive report regarding the current use of, and demand for Explosive Detection Systems within t. . .

Take the High Ground With Quality PR

Please feel free to publish this article and resource box in your ezine, newsletter, offline publication or website. A copy would be appreciated at bobkelly@TNI.net. Word count is 1110 including guidelines and resource box. Robert A. Kelly © 2005. Take the High Ground With Quality PRQuality public relations does something positive for business, non-profit and association managers about the beh. . .

Consolidate Student Loans and Shop Online

If you run a home business, you know that budgets can be pretty tight. Saving money wherever possible can be the difference between the business that succeeds and the one that fails. This article represents a broad survey of things you can do, from consolidating your student loans to getting small business deals on supplies, that will help you spend less each month.Next Time You’re Online, Buy . . .

Get Out Of The Stone Age: Give Leadership Talks

PERMISSION TO REPUBLISH: This article may be republished in newsletters and on web sites provided attribution is provided to the author, and it appears with the included copyright, resource box and live web site link. Email notice of intent to publish is appreciated but not required: mail to: brent@actionleadership.comWord count: 715Summary: Many leaders have the wrong idea of what is importan. . .

Body Language Speakers Louder Than Words

Has it ever occurred to you how much you are saying to people even when you are not speaking? Unless you are a master of disguise, you are constantly sending messages about your true thoughts and feelings whether you are using words or not.Studies show that your words account for only 7% of the messages you convey. The remaining 93% is non-verbal. 55% of communication is based on what people s. . .

NaturalGasStocks.com Upcoming Natural Gas and Oil and Gas Stocks Online Conference: Tracking Tren...

POINT ROBERTS, WA., Mar 4, 2005 - www.NaturalGasStocks.com (NGS), a global investor website for the natural gas sector, is pleased to host its second online investor conference in audio format, March 16, 2005. The online forum/conference will feature speakers from a cross section of small and large public companies in the natural gas sector as well as industry experts (TBA). The format will be . . .

How Beneficial is a Sample Cover Letter ?

You can benefit from sample cover letters as they can help you learn about the constructs of a high quality cover letter. However, there are some dangers in doing this ...If you have been sending out tons of resumes and cover letters and are not getting interviews you are probably wondering why. After all, you have the requisite education and work experience required in the job posting.You are . . .

Why PR is an Engine for Economic Growth

Please feel free to publish this article and resource box in your ezine, newsletter, offline publication or website. A copy would be appreciated at bobkelly@TNI.net. Word count is 1085 including guidelines and resource box. Robert A. Kelly © 2004. Why PR is an Engine for Economic GrowthBusiness, non-profit and association managers committingtheir public relations resources to (1) doing somethi. . .

Public Relations: The Fundamental Premise

Please feel free to publish this article and resource box in your ezine, newsletter, offline publication or website. A copy would be appreciated at bobkelly@TNI.net. Word count is 1890 including guidelines and resource box. Robert A. Kelly © 2004. Public Relations: The Fundamental Premise by Robert A. KellyIt seems difficult to believe at the dawn of the 21st Century, that there exists a major. . .

Resume Objectives ... The Hidden Pitfalls

Why Use Resume ObjectivesBefore we can discuss the pitfalls you first need to understand the reasons for including your resume objectives and how they relate to your resume and interview selection process. Including an objectives section at the beginning of your resume provides a brief introduction to the purpose of the resume, highlighting your career objectives and the type of job you are see. . .

5 Home Biz Mistakes Every Entrepreneur Should Make!

by BB Lee (C)2005mailto:editor@smallbizbitsnews.comIn a previous article appropriate steps to start a home based business were discussed.This important article will review the 5 top mistakes many home based business owners make that might evolve into a greatsuccess story. Warning! This approach is not for everyone. One theory is readers will learn a new way of thinking and perhaps propel their. . .

Filing for a patent

How many times does this scenario happen: You have a great idea. You think you can make millions. You tell all your family and friends about it. The next thing you know, your great idea is being broadcasted on infomercials and some other guy is making millions off of your idea. In order to prevent this all-too-common situation, the answer is to obtain a patent immediately for your brilliant bra. . .

Corporate Security for your Home Business

The words Corporate Security may conjure up images of a group of techies working in a wire-filled basement room of Microsoft or HP, combating hackers and terrorists online using words like algorithm and encryption. If you own your own business, do not allow yourself to think that security is only for big corporations. Every company, big or small, technological or traditional, has two major secu. . .

Resume Outline - Add Structure & Flow to Your Resume

Building your resume, based on a resume outline will give it structure and flow... it provides an outline of all the things you should include in your resume. A resume is one of the most important documents you will ever createFirst you have to decide on a particular format for your resume. The two main formats in use today are chronological and functional format. Which one is best to use will . . .

Using Wholesale Electronics to Get Organized

If you’re not at the top of whatever workflow chart you find yourself a part of, chances are good that you find yourself wishing your office was a little bigger. Even though technology makes our lives easier, it certainly takes up a lot of space. And with more and more gizmos and gadgets coming out each year, the wires, manuals, and add-ons can really take their toll on your already cramped spa. . .

Move Key Audiences to Actions You Want

Please feel free to publish this article and resource box in your ezine, newsletter, offline publication or website. A copy would be appreciated at bobkelly@TNI.net. Word count is 900 including guidelines and resource box. Robert A. Kelly © 2004. Move Key Audiences to Actions You WantHow?Try a blueprint like this: people act on their own perception of the facts before them, which leads to pred. . .

7 Ways to Get to the Truth: When the Sale "Disappears"

You're close, really close, to making a sale. Your potential client is in the market for your product or service and you've had a couple of good meetings.Based on his most recent e-mail, "Everything looks good -- I'll get back to you so we can move this forward"--everything points to a probable sale. You feel so relaxed, happy, and hopeful. Then a couple of days go by with no phone call or e-ma. . .

COMPUTER PROFITS FROM HOME - Virtual Assisting/Web Designing/ Etc. What’s Right For You?

On your mark - Get Set - Go!!!You’re ready! You’ve finally got it! The top of the line, 800 MHz, 512 MB SDRAM, computer with all the bells and whistles. It walks, it talks, it connects at the speed of sound, and has everything you’d ever need, plus some, but will it make you money? Absolutely!!! And we’re going to show you how!There are numerous ways to utilize your computer for a home-based . . .

Basic steps to start a laminate flooring business

While most people prefer other businesses, some people get into laminate flooring business. Like any other business in the world, if done right, it's a quite profitable business. Laminate flooring has been successful since it was introduced on the market, first in Europe and then in the United States in 1996.Here are some basic steps to follow before you start your laminate flooring business:1.. . .

Do You Really Care What People Think?

Please feel free to publish this article and resource box in your ezine, newsletter, offline publication or website. A copy would be appreciated at bobkelly@TNI.net. Net word count is 700 including guidelines and resource box. Robert A. Kelly © 2003. Do You Really Care What People Think?by Robert A. KellyYou had better care! Because what people think usually leads to predictable behaviors that. . .

Implementation Procedures for Building Effective Management Systems: Phase IV

You have permission to publish this article free of charge, as long as the resource box is included with the article. If you do run my article, a courtesy reply to sean@bizmanualz.com would be greatly appreciated. This article is 516 words long including the resource box. Thanks for your interest.Part One of Series: http://www.bizmanualz.com/articles/01-13-05_Systems_Discovery.html?src=ART42Par. . .

Top Career Advice ... More Choices and A Better Way of Life

Why Career Advice Is So Important Choosing a career presents a nerve-racking decision, as it can have a life-long impact on you. Do not fret, as you can gain a clearer outlook into your future by thorough career planning. Having a clear vision of the future can guide you by helping you set career goals and helping you on your way towards attaining them. Whether you are starting out on a new car. . .

Why You Only Really Need Four Sample Resumes

Any job seeker looking for sample resumes usually doesn’t have to look very far.A multitude of sites today are offering free sample resumes on the internet in addition to the avalanche of books that are released each year touting resume examples. With this kind of information overload it can be quite easy for the unsuspecting job seeker to become mired down in sample resumes, moving from one to. . .

Beat the Crowd with Winning Resume Cover Letters

Far too many people underestimate the importance of resume cover letters. In a sense, a well written cover letter works like an agent on your behalf. It tosses a sales pitch for you to the employer, explaining why you should be at the top of the list for interview calls. Taking the time to write a cover letter tells the employer you are willing to go above and beyond; not just simply slap a re. . .

Here's A Leadership Tool To Help You Step Up Sales Results

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Using Technology to Get and Keep Your Foot in the Door

In years past it was easier to get your foot in the door of a prospective client than it is today. Competition has increased, your prospect has more demands on their time and a simple visit to the Internet can offer many prospects the same choice you are offering for less money. So what can you do? Not only do you have to do front-end marketing and promotions to gain new customers, you absolute. . .

Increase Repeat Business and Referrals with Direct Mail

So you have been writing mortgages like crazy now for the last few years. You have a pretty big database of customers and hopefully you have been getting and keeping full contact information for them.An organized database is the first key to customer retention.The next step is to put together a direct mail campaign to keep these customers thinking about you when they think about mortgages. It i. . .

The "Greatest" Leaders Are Often The Worst Leaders

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A New Age Of Small-Unit Leadership

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HomelandDefenseStocks.com New Featured Profiled Company: Technest Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB: THNS) an...

February 17, 2005HomelandDefenseStocks.com New Featured Profiled Company: Technest Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB: THNS) and Newly Acquired Homeland Security Company; Genex Technologies a Leader in 3D Imaging, 3D Facial Recognition, and Intelligent Surveillance POINT ROBERTS, Wash., February 17, 2005 - www.HomelandDefenseStocks.com (HDS) is pleased to announce that Technest Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB: THNS) . . .