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Eight Ways to Motivate Part Time Employees

In most cases, part-time employees present a special challenge when it comes to motivation. They do the “grunt” work, have little career choices, are often focused on other goals outside of your organization (college, hobbies, etc.), and are treated as outsiders by full-time employees. So what’s a manager to do? How do we turn our part-time employees into outstanding employees?The following . . .

Delegate to Accelerate Success (How to Prepare Yourself and Others for Success)

On the first season of the television reality show, The Apprentice, Donald Trump would give the ultimate winner the dream job of working for him, running one of his divisions and earning $250,000 per year. On the final episode, the choice came down to two candidates, Bill Rancic and Kwame Jackson, for the “ultimate” job. Both were very qualified. Bill Rancic was the owner of a successful Int. . .

Check Yourself for Outstanding Customer Service

Recently, a business associate, Mike, mentioned that he was doing a show at a local university and stopped by the faculty dining hall to get lunch. He said that, while waiting on line, the service was poor. The line moved slowly, the counterperson was disinterested in what she was doing…and it showed. It was not a pleasant customer experience.It was Mike’s turn to order and the counterperson. . .

Appreciate to Motivate (Five Keys to Successful Team Building)

Mary Kay Ash, founder of Mary Kay Cosmetics, once said, “There are two things people want more than sex and money…recognition and praise.” Time and time again the one motivating factor that production and is at the top of most employee lists is appreciation for a job well done. It is requested more than the green stuff, money.Why don’t more managers, owners, and employees give appreciation? . . .

"He Hate Me": Turning Their Bad Attitude Into Your Great Results

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: 1400Summary: "He Hate Me" is one of the most famous nicknames in. . .

12 Tips For A Successful Affiliate Program

1. Look around at other competing businesses that offer affiliate programs, and think of ways that you can make youraffiliate program more attractive.2. Pay your affiliates well for their efforts.If you're thinking about offering a 10% commission for sales of your product and a competing business is paying a 50% commission for referrals, you'll lose affiliates to your competitor.3. Make your af. . .

New Leadership For A New War

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: 1465===========================================Summary: The auth. . .

Ringing Doorbells Without Howitzers

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: 700===========================================Summary: Reducing . . .

How to Select a Legitimate Home Business

Copyright© Trent Brownrigg www.work-at-home-jobs-iowa.com I grant permission to publish this article, electronically or in print, as long as the bylines are included, with a live link, and the article is not changed in any way (grammatical corrections accepted). How to Select a Legitimate Home Business With an increasing amount of scams on the internet posing as legitimate home businesses it is. . .

An Untapped Resource For Finding Your Ideal Home Business

The pitch "Business For Sale!" may be your key to a Profitable Home Based Business! In fact, your GOLDEN Opportunity may be just a FEW CLICKS AWAY!... But most people NEVER even know that a profitable, proven, growing home based business that COULD be theirs might be right under their nose! 99% of the people seeking a home based business go to the news stand or the Internet. They look at 100 "m. . .

Press ReleaseEntrepreneur Runs List Sales Company from Office in His Home ...

After being fired and told he'd "never work in politics again," Shawn Harmon, incorporated his own list company to compete against his former employer. Annapolis, MD July 16, 2004 -- After being fired and told he'd "never work in politics again," Shawn Harmon, incorporated his own list company to compete again. . .

Baby Steps To Business Success

*Article Use Guidelines*Use in opt-in publications, or on Web sites, but please includethe resource box. Please send me a copy, if possible. Many thanks.**Summary: You can do, be and have, anything you want. As long as you getstarted. Take baby steps: one tiny step after another, even whenyou have no real idea of how you're going to get to yourdestination, beyond the next step.Category: Small B. . .

Building A Stellar Business One Employee At A Time

Top businesses that continually lead their industry clearly understand a simple fact: People are their most vital assets. Every employee plays a key role in the company. In today's climate, your company cannot afford redundant employees. All businesses are run and operated by people. Each person makes decisions every day based on what that person believes and values. When a person makes better . . .

50% of Yellow Page Directory Users are Looking for Just One Thing

50% of Yellow Page Directory Users are Looking for Just OneThingDr. Lynella GrantDirectory Users Seek Information about Location FirstPeople who open the Yellow Pages already have a desire tobuy. That sets it apart from all other advertising media.For a brief time, the eager-to-buy directory user checks thecompetition, to see what each of them offers. They scan forsolutions that satisfy their n. . .

Four Techniques That Get Employers To Return Your Phone Calls

Are you frustrated when you receive no response afteryou send out resumes, no follow-up calls to hear howyou did on interviews, no replies when you are tryingto gather more information about a prospectiveemployer?Well, you are not alone. Over the past few years, itseems like it has been impossible to get people toreturn phone calls. The truth is this has always beenthe case. The employment deci. . .

Are you a risk taker?

Earl Nightingale stated that risk-taking is something that successful people do. He can prove with mathematical certainty that taking risks is the safest way to go. Only about two percent of all people are risk-takers. The majority of people are risk avoiders. So, with 98% of the people on the sidelines, risk-takers stand a mathematically good chance of coming up on the winning end and profitin. . .

What's For Lunch?

What's For Lunch?by Cathy BryantCopyright 2002http://www.homebizjunction.comAs an entrepreneur, I'm always intrigued by small businesses,home-based or not, that exceed the expectations of theircustomers in a big way.Let me tell you about one of them.Recently I spent some time with my daughter in her college town of Tuscaloosa, Alabama. We were spending the day getting herapartment ready for her. . .

What Our CAT Taught Me About Marketing!

What Our CAT Taught Me About Marketing!by Cathy BryantCopyright 2003http://www.homebizjunction.comToby is one of our two family pets (both cats). He is quiteastute, and he has learned one of the most basic tenets ofselling - stick with what works!Many of Toby's days are spent perched on the top of mymonitor as I work here on my computer. As a matter of fact,he's here right now as I write this a. . .

So Where Do You Fit In?

So Where Do You Fit In?by Cathy BryantCopyright 2003http://www.homebizjunction.com Many of you reading this are working full-time, with a dream toeventually leave your job for complete independence from home.Some of you are also working at a home-based business; others are exploring the idea of one.Others are working part-time outside the home, and supplementingyour income with a part-time home. . .

J-O-B vs Self-Employed

Be Your Own Boss!!!!JOB VS Self-EmploymentDo you know what we say J-O-B stands for? "Journey of the Broke" or "Just Over Broke". Because your Boss is only going to pay you just enough to keep you from quitting, but never enough to do all the things you dream of.I have had J-O-B's and I have been Self-employed. Self-employment, in my opinion is so much better. But we are so conditioned to be. . .

Being a Pro in the Service Business: Uniforms - Image & Perceptions

Being a Pro in the Service Business:Uniforms - Image & PerceptionsArticle by Jack StoneCopyright © 2003 by ProGardenBizProGardenBiz, an online magazinehttp://www.progardenbiz.comThe time has come for all faded jeans to pass. For all torn teeshirts to seek the shortest path to the rag barrel. The time hascome for UNIFORMS!What work does your company do? Irrigation and sprinklerinstallation, land. . .

Press Release Puppet Terrors Set to Terrorize the U.S. This Summer ...

Puppet Terrors Set to Terrorize the U.S. This Summer Independent toy company brings it's creepy creations out of the basement and into mainstream media. Puppet Terrors, a line of original, horror themed hand puppets expand into new medium including a comic book series beginning this summer. Lake Ronko. . .

Press Release Western Washington Couple Rule the Online “Puppet Universe” ...

Western Washington Couple Rule the Online “Puppet Universe” Internet Start-ups may be considered a bust by many these days… but not where puppets are concerned. When husband and wife team, Jeff and Joanna Baird, started their home-based company, Puppetuniverse.com, they never dreamed that they would corner t. . .

Press ReleaseUCLA Alumni Association Retains the Accounting Firm of Singer Lewak Greenbaum & Gold...

The UCLA Alumni Association today announced that they have selected the accounting firm of Singer Lewak Greenbaum & Goldstein, LLP (SLGG) as its new independent auditor. Los Angeles, CA July 17, 2004 -- The UCLA Alumni Association today announced that they have selected the accounting firm of Singer Lewak Gre. . .

5 Reasons Why You Need Your Own Original Products

Have you noticed yet? The people who are making the most money on the Internet are the ones who are promoting products that they developed. That's not to say there isn't money to be made by way of resale rights and affiliate programs - but the door to the bigtime opens most easily when you have an original product to offer. If you're serious about building long-term financial security by way of. . .

- The Power of a LifeMasters AQ Coach - Don't waste time or money on training until you have read...

Don’t even think of sending your management or staff on another training, coaching or team-build until you have read this information.Cynicism is at an all time high. Business pressure and stresses are ever-increasing. Budgets are tight. Staff needs more skills to perform effectively. Trust levels are falling and integrity levels are almost non-existent. The need to do more with less is our bi. . .

How to get your staff to perform 50%-80% better.

If you speak to employers about their staff’s performance, you will typically hear comments about low skills, ineffective training, lack of ownership, responsibility or performance, and all the pressures around skills development legislation etc.If we dig a little deeper into the real challenge that presents its self to us - that of reducing poverty by making our people more productive and comp. . .

Where to Find a Cash Windfall of $10,000 to $1,000,000--You Never Knew You Had.

There is a rather famous true story called “Acres of Diamonds”.It is about a successful farmer who risks everything searching the African continent for diamonds. Ultimately he dies sick and penniless, while the new owner of his farm uncovers on his property the largest single diamond ever known to man. Point of fact: After helping hundreds of thousands of entrepreneurs and business owners, I’ll. . .

Netpreneurs: Please - Think Like A Business Person!

There's a plague in the land. Would be Netpreneurs and home business millionaire wannabes are going around saying "I've been ripped off by _____________!"Just fill in the name of the person or program.If you're promoting ANYTHING online, sooner or later YOUR name is going to be there.Because you ripped them off?Hopefully not.But because 99% of would be home business success stories don't think . . .

Biolink Names Jim McCarthy as Executive Editor for its Publications

Biolink Communications, Inc., a medical publishing and education company with special expertise in oncology communications, is pleased to announce the hiring of Jim McCarthy as its Executive Editor.Huntington, NY (PRWEB) April 15, 2004 -- Biolink Communications, Inc., a medical publishing an education company with special expertise in oncology communications, is pleased to announce the hiring o. . .

Spantel Communications, Inc. First Quarter Continues Revenue Growth as Net Income Rises 447%

Spantel Communications, Inc. (OTC BB:SPAL.OB), a telecommunications provider in Spain, today announced its preliminary operating results for first quarter ended March 31, 2004.FUENGIROLA, Spain April 20, 2004 -- Spantel Communications, Inc. (OTC BB:SPAL.OB), a telecommunications provider in Spain, today announced its preliminary operating results for first quarter ended March 31, 2004. The Com. . .

Free Competition Analysis for E-Commerce Startup

For anyone who has completed research regarding e-commerce, there are some common catch phrases that we all come across. ‘Competition Analysis’ is one of those catch phrases. Competition Analysis is part of the business plan. And it is an important part. However, completing some of the tasks that are required for Competition Analysis can be overwhelming and expensive. This is a disadvantage for. . .

Being a Disciplined Home Business Boss

Leaving the corporate world for a home business is exciting. Being one’s own boss and making one’s own decisions is a great feeling. However, one still needs to have discipline to be effective at being a home business boss. In my home business I have found at least two things that one must be persistently disciplined about in order to achieve success. First is the work schedule. A home business. . .

Advice for Entrepreneurs: Mistakes Are the Key to Success

(ARA) - Considering starting your own business? You are not alone. In fact, entrepreneurship has become an increasingly popular career choice in the last few years. Some people decide to build their own businesses out of a desire to be out on their own or because they have dreams of turning a hobby into a career. Others may have been laid off and are frustrated with their current job prospects,. . .

A Lesson In Prospecting From The Shaolin Priests

I remember the first time I saw the original Kung Fu TV.show. We were a bunch of suburban Karate students whothought we knew all about the martial arts. Gathered aroundthe set, we waited in anticipation as the new show wasabout to air. I could tell after the first few minutes that what I waswatching, was far different than paying for a few lessonsand conquering the world. No fast food, high spe. . .

8 Reasons Why Affiliate Marketing Is the Holy Grail Of E-Commerce

============================================================8 Reasons Why Affiliate Marketing Is the Holy Grail Of E-CommerceBy Richard Adams(c) 2004. All rights reserved.http://www.ebooksalesassistant.com============================================================For too long affiliate marketing has been seen as the"poor brother" of other popular online businesses such asonline auctions, ebook. . .

False Jobs

One day I received a letter from a company called Vector Marketing. It read that their student placement office was looking for qualified applicants to place in positions pertaining to their major. The letter was vague as to the nature of the positions, just the mentioning of sales and customer service, so, being a college student, I called for a little more information. I was given what soun. . .

Start A Business For Under $100

There are a multitude of magazines and websites devoted to the sprit of Entrepreneurs, who by the way provide almost seventy percent of private sector jobs. The dream of almost every employee is to fire their boss, and start a business of their own. The best part about this dream is that it can be accomplished, and most ventures can be started for less than $100.The hardest decision to make is . . .

Top Positions - In the Multi Billion Dollar Text Messaging (SMS)Industry - SMSisFREE.Com is Abou...

SMSisFREE will offer free text message sending from our portal where we expect to capture a 10% market share in the first year and subsequently forecast for a 30% market share in 2005.http://smsisfree.comSince lycos in the UK (http://lycos.co.uk) has terminated the free to send sms structure, we will be filling a GAP that has come to into existence, to please millions of abandoned Free SMS user. . .

Mobile Phone Tracking Success Story for Locate Mobiles.com and Trace A Mobile.com

Mobile Phone Tracking sites Locate Mobiles.com and Trace A Mobile.com report huge increase in subscriptionsLondon, UK (PRWEB) April 10, 2004 -- Mobile phone tracking company Locate Mobiles.com and Trace A Mobile.com today announced a huge rise in the number of customers registering for its mobile phone tracking technology in the UK. Since launching the new mobile tracking service in October and. . .

GE Mortgage Insurance Issues Statement on S&P Credit Watch Action

Contact: Terry Souers of GE Mortgage Insurance, 919-846-4459 or terry.souers@ge.comRALEIGH, N.C., June 27 /U.S. Newswire/ -- GE Mortgage Insurance today released the following statement in response to the decision by Standard and Poor's to put GE Mortgage Insurance on CreditWatch:S&P made its decision despite the fact that our capital position has never been stronger.The S&P action is based on . . .

Be a Realtor with Curb Appeal

Are you a realtor with curb appeal or are you more of a fixer-upper needful of updating? How you present yourself to colleagues, buyers and sellers, from the very first moment, will influence your sales records as well as the confidence and satisfaction your new clients feel. Even if you’re a Realtor in demand, with more listings than hours in a week, you may well find areas that you can polish. . .

Top ten export errors

(NC)—While there are many paths one can take to become a successful exporter, there are many surefire ways to jeopardize an export venture. According to Team Canada Inc, struggling exporters may want to determine if they are making any of the following mistakes.1. Poor market research or no market research – you would not build a house without a set of blueprints, building codes and an idea of . . .

And the Winner Is ...

(NC)—Trade is important to all Canadians. It supports jobs and creates economic activity in every region of Canada. That's why the success of Canadian companies in competing in the global trade arena is worth applauding.The Canada Export Awards were established to do just that. The awards recognize the efforts and achievements of innovative Canadian traders. Since its inception in 1983 by the D. . .

Top Ten Tips for Leveraging Conferences for Big SUCCESS!

As I am preparing for my attendance to the CoachVille's Third Annual Coaching Conference, I have been considering how I can make the most of my conference attendance. These ten tips will support you in leveraging those conference you will attend in the future and for creating an unforgettable experience! 1. Connect, connect, connect! Some of the most valuable time spent at a conference can be t. . .

Sources of financial assistance for exporters

(NC)—If your company uses international business trips to develop export opportunities, you may be eligible for financial assistance through various government programs. The following Web sites have valuable information for exporters regarding assistance programs, eligibility criteria and application processes:• The Canadian Trade Commissioner Service (www.infoexport.gc.ca/help.e.asp) and the . . .

Do you have the global entrepreneurial spirit?

(NC)—It takes a unique personality to compete in international markets. Try this short quiz to determine your global entrepreneurial spirit.1. Do you enjoy learning about foreign cultures and customs?2. Are you motivated, innovative and self-reliant?3. Do you possess a strong sense of commitment?4. Do you take calculated risks based on planning rather than gamble?5. Do you offer a product or se. . .

The Difference between MLM and illegal Pyramid Selling

How can I tell a legal Network Marketing business from an illegal Pyramid?Network Marketing — also known as MLM ('multi-level marketing'), relationship marketing and referral marketing, is the 21st century way for entrepreneurs to build a high income, without having to make huge financial investments. Most MLMs don't need any premises beyond a computer desk and perhaps a filing cabinet (though . . .

The Top Twelve E-mail Mistakes That Can Sabotage Your Career

You return to your office from an afternoon meeting and decide to check e-mail. You wonder where your day went after spending hours downloading messages, reading some, deleting others, crafting replies and filing those that you want to work on later. Your e-mail box was full when you arrived at work this morning and tomorrow promises to be no different.What is this e-mail explosion? Was ther. . .

Understanding Your Importance To Your Corporate Team

Fostering teamwork is a top priority for many leaders, according to Suzanne Willis Zoglio, Ph.D., the author of Teams At Work: 7 Keys to Success, The Participative Leader. There are obvious benefits: increased productivity, improved customer service, more flexible systems and employee empowerment. A team is a group of people working towards a common goal. Generally, the objectives that a . . .

Outside The Box

Outside The BoxThinking "outside the box" or as it is sometimes called, "coloring outside the lines" is a popular idea in the business world today. People and organizations are told to think outside the box or color outside the lines as a way to stimulate creativity when they need to solve problems like streamlining production, establishing a new product, or developing a new process. And it's t. . .

Increase your income by follow up your prospect how?

We know that sales are profitable business and income sources. However, few people know the importance of maintaining their customers in all the way. Once start any business some are those who are like the nature of your business and contact to you at any mean by interest those team/s are " prospects" from which sales can be generated sooner future. Spending some time and give effort on foll. . .

Getting Into Business: Don’t Start It! Buy It!!

Many of us have felt the entrepreneurial pull of running our own business at one time or another. The allure of being your own boss can be really strong, and it’s no wonder. Small business ownership and its operation has proven to be one of the most financially rewarding pursuits that you can follow.But, it can also be very frightening for those just starting out! We’ve all heard about the high. . .

10 Quick Steps To A Home Business Marketing Plan

10 Quick Steps To A Home Business Marketing Planby BB Lee (c)2003(500 Words)Did your know that without a solid marketing strategy your home basedor small business will struggle to find success.You will need a marketing plan or strategy to introduce yourbusiness to the consumer market. To create a buzz about yourbusiness and keep it in consumer minds. Buzz and familiaritywill create demand for y. . .

10 Ways To Work Through A Business Slowdown

In running any kind of business, it's inevitable that sometimes business will slow down. This might occur due to an upcoming holiday, seasonal variations, or uncontrollable circumstances. As a small-business owner, you have a choice in terms of how you view the slowdown - it can either be a time of increased stress, frustration, worry - or you can view it as an opportunity to upgrade your busin. . .

Laws of the Business Buying and Selling Jungle

Jungle Law #1: Lawyers Are Deal Killers!There certainly is an important role for a competent commercial law attorney to advise and prepare the legal structure of a business purchase and sale transaction. The problems arise when lawyers see themselves as business negotiators whose mission is to get the "best deal" for their clients. They frequently forget that the "best deal" has to involve both. . .

How Do You Get Them to Buy-in To Your Idea?

“How can I get them to buy-in to this idea?” Anna, a bank manager, asked me. She had an idea for restructuring the department. She knew it would work, but only if everyone would agree to it. She talked about different department members: Bob, who disagreed with anything anyone proposed. Alice, who gave up at the first sign of defeat. Nancy, who didn’t trust anyone. Surya, whose autocratic leade. . .

Residual Income -- Making Money while You Sleep

What exactly is Residual Income?"Residual income is the reason that MLM business opportunities can be so lucrative. It's the reason why as many as 10% of new millionaires made their money in MLM... and who knows how many settled for just half a million?"You're looking into business opportunities on the net, and you keep coming across the term 'residual income'. At first, you ignore it, one more. . .

20- Profit-Producing, Network Building Tips That Will Make Your MLM Business A Fast Success...

20-PROFIT-PRODUCING, NETWORK BUILDINGTIPS THAT WILL MAKE YOUR MLM BUSINESS A FAST SUCCE$$(C) Copyright 2004 Thom Reece All Rights Reserved1) Write down your goals. They're your road map to success. Be specific and refer to them every day.2) Commitment is the key to attaining your goals. Commit yourself to enrolling five first-level leaders within two weeks of starting your MLM business. Commi. . .

It Won't Happen Today

I guess we all want a successful online business. A business thatwill provide for ourselves and our families for the foreseeablefuture.We all want the "work at the kitchen table, dressed in only yourshorts, for just a few hours a day" dream business. We all wantto work just when we want, taking time off for family andrecreation whenever we feel the need.Sound like a dream? Well, you can make it. . .

9 things you must do to maximize your chances of obtaining a small business loan

To get approval for your small business loan application, you must be able to meet the lending criteria set down. Some organisations are more risk averse than others, and will therefore have more stringent criteria.To vastly increase your chances of a successful funding application, you will need to present the following information: 1. The reason for the loan. The lender will be looking for . . .

Build Rapport Through Buzzwords

What if I told you that you could be more influential and powerful and all you'll have to remember one simple thing? To persuade your people, all you have to do is: "Cook theirfavorite meal before they're hungry..." You're thinking, "What? Sure buddy, that makes no sense!" Well hang on, let me explain! No one said that managing people was easy. Humans take pride in being complicated! If we were. . .

Stand Up and Be Counted

I don’t think you’re going to like today’s point. I don’t like it very much myself but it’s got to be done. For most purposes, when you give a presentation you should stand. Not clutching the back of your chair for support, not leaning against the podium but two feet on the floor facing your audience.There are times when sitting is right. When it’s an informal discussion, for example, where eve. . .

Maximize Sales and Minimize Returns with Learning Styles

In the day-to-day operation of an online business we can sometimes lose sight of whatwe want to achieve as opposed to how we actually go about achieving it. For us to achieve our goals of financial independence and time freedom we need to have customers. Most peoples understanding of customer acquistion stops at this point.One of the key factors in getting a customer to buy (literally) into wha. . .

How YOU can profit from Drop-Shipping...

(C) Copyright 2004 Thom Reece All Rights ReservedDrop shipping, for those who are unfamiliar with it, is a system whereby you promote the products of a particular manufacturer, take orders directly, and the manufacturer/source handles all the inventory and fulfillment functions for you.In a nutshell, here is the drop-ship system:== You generate and accept the order.== You take your profits out. . .

8-Reasons MLM Distributors Fail...

© Copyright 2004 Thom Reece All Rights ReservedThere dozens of reasons why any one individual might not be successful with his/her network marketing business... or any other business for that matter.Here are a few that I can think of right off the top of my head:NOT TREATING IT LIKE A BUSINESS...Network marketing or MLM is just another method of distribution of a product or service. It is a "bu. . .

Learn the Secret of Low Cost Advertising for Your Horse Business

As a ezine publisher I have discovered several methods to target "The Horse Industry" market. Through trial and error this is what I have come up with. It worked for me and I know it will work for you too!Ezines or newsletters are simply- electronic newsletters delivered by email. Chances are you've subscribed to a ton of them yourself. They're quick info blasts usually containing articles or s. . .

Living Life In A Time Starved World

Recently I saw an advertisement for a time management booklet: "Shorter deadlines, competing priorities, endless meetings, interruptions and even higher quality expectations are just some of today's time challenges. And yet the number of hours in the day remains the same." As entrepreneurs we all struggle sometimes with managing our time effectively. I once heard an entrepreneur say that of the. . .

3 Steps You Can Use Developing Leaders In Your Industry

With the economy bordering on a recession, every company is looking for ways to increase revenues while decreasing costs. Some companies believe one of the easiest ways to do this is to cut their employee training budget. However, businesses interested in long-term viability recognize that to be successful they must continually develop their people, especially their leaders. According to recent. . .

The Biggest Crime In Small Business

es today goes unnoticed by most outsiders. It is not reported in the media. There are no police reports filed and companies do not even mention it on their websites. People don't talk about it on the street and employees often overlook it. Even though this crime is rampant among small businesses, it's presence is so subtle that many business owners fail to recognize when it is happening! Unfort. . .

Are YOUR Toes Bruised?

Are YOUR Toes Bruised?by Cathy BryantCopyright 2003http://www.homebizjunction.comWhat a question! What's THAT supposed to mean?I ask the question because so many people today who profess to be interested in operating their own business spend far too much time "tire-kicking." While I would never underestimate the importance of exercising due diligence when investigating any type of business or i. . .

Consumer Advice: Unwanted credit cards

Unwanted credit cards(NC)—If you receive a credit card in the mail that you didn't order, here, according to information on Industry Canada's Consumer Information Gateway website, is what you should do:Consumers are not liable for a credit card they did not request. However, you should destroy any unsolicited credit cards immediately. Using the credit card constitutes acceptance of the card. If. . .

Consumer Advice: Hiring the best renovator for the jobTalking to past customers is key

Hiring the best renovator for the jobTalking to past customers is key(NC)—Renovations can be a pain at the best of times. Throw in a contractor who doesn't deliver on promises, and this pain can quickly turn into a nightmare. According to information on Industry Canada's Consumer Information Gateway website, one of the best ways to avoid sleepless nights is to get a list of past customers from . . .

Consumer Advice: How to avoid mail order scams

How to avoid mail order scams(NC)—Concerns about mail order scams are way up there on Canadian consumer complaint lists. Here, according to information on Industry Canada's Consumer Information Gateway website, are some ways to protect yourself when buying things through the mail: • Beware of exaggerated or vague claims about products or unusually low prices in advertisements. • Keep a complete. . .

Top 10 consumer complaints list

(NC)—According to information on Industry Canada's Consumer Information Gateway website, here is a list of the types of services and companies that receive consumer complaints most frequently: 1. Auto dealers new and used2. Contractors (roofing, paving, heating, air conditioning, landscaping etc.)3. Auto repair services4. Mail and catalogue orders 5. Moving and storage companies6. Work-at-home . . .

How to produce an effective Ad and get results

HOW TO PRODUCT AN EFFECTIVE AD AND GET RESULTS.One of the first skills anyone new to business has to master is the art of writing an ad. To promote a product or service we need to advertise and for this we need a well written Power- packed ad. Its a lot more difficult than it seems. One of the oldest formulas around which still holds true today is.A ………ATTENTIONI……….INTERESTD……….DESIREA……….ACTI. . .

Are You In Business To Help Customers?

Are You In Business To Help Customers?Copyright 2003 Bob LeducCustomers want to believe you are in business to help them. They don't mind if you make a profit by helping them. But they won't buy from you if they believe you are only in business to get their money.Here are 4 ways you can assure customers that you are in business to help them.1. Personalize Your Sales ApproachCustomers will not b. . .

Six Management Tips for Trying Economic Times Part 2

Okay guys - have you done your homework? Have you been implementing the steps that we've been discussing over the last couple of issues? Well, maybe you're not completely there yet, but I'm sure you are on your way. Don't forget to write me if you have any questions. Just for fun, let's make sure we're clear with the tips - how about a super-quick review? Tip 1 - Get your attitude in check Tip . . .

Six Management Tips for Trying Economic Times Part 1

(Part 1 of a three part series, today's tips 1 - 3) If you are like most managers I know, you are constantly being asked to do more work with less resources. And the same is true for your employees. This combined with layoffs, financial struggle and media stories of corporate corruption leaves many employees feeling more fearful for their jobs, more stressed out and more over-worked than ever b. . .

Press ReleaseCoastal Vacations Club - "Live" Travel & Business Opportunity Seminar Will be presen...

How would you like to learn the secrets of how to save up to 75% off all your travel for life and how would you like to earn potentially $10,000 - $100,000 a month with Jeff Mills and his Coastal Vacation Seminars? Twin Cities, MN August 2, 2004 -- Former Youth Pastor Jeff Mills, has turned himself into a travel ent. . .