200 Highest Rated
"Business Offline" Articles

1	Why Businesses Need Receivable Factoring In Cash Flow Management Written by: Toby Seibert | Distributed: 2007-08-08 | Word Count: 866 | Page Views: 1887 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 4.60 In today's business environment, many businesses need to fine-tune the process of getting paid on invoices, in order to improve their cash on hand. Improving cash flow can be an ongoing challenge for businesses of all sizes, and it is an issue that must be addressed to ensure the long-term viability of the business.
2	Whose Restaurant Can You Find Online? Written by: Rudy Vener | Distributed: 2007-07-09 | Word Count: 640 | Page Views: 1550 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 4.40 What is so significant about Pizza Hut's latest TV commercial?
3	Business School for Non-Business Minds: Got a NAICS Number? Written by: Melissa Mashtonio | Distributed: 2008-04-15 | Word Count: 423 | Page Views: 1637 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 4.40 I’m a journalist. I spent a lot of my career in the news business. As my career has progressed, I’ve spent time at small and large companies, and I have sat through dozens of business meetings wondering what the heck the “money” people are talking about. They used acronyms as if they were a foreign language.
4	The Problem With Swiping Sales Copy Written by: Scott Bywater | Distributed: 2009-12-03 | Word Count: 480 | Page Views: 1062 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 4.40 This is what people miss when they try to simply "swipe" sales copy from another advertisement.
5	Equal Opportunity Pizza Ordering Written by: Rudy Vener | Distributed: 2007-10-19 | Word Count: 629 | Page Views: 1547 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 4.38 With online ordering, your menu and restaurant suddenly become accessible to both the deaf and blind customers in your community.
6	The Secret To Making Successful Business Connections Written by: Kate Smalley | Distributed: 2006-10-11 | Word Count: 672 | Page Views: 1661 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 4.00 If you have a hard time making successful business connections, don't despair. Anyone can be good at meeting people-if they use the right technique. The whole secret to making a positive connection is knowing how to attract people and inspire them to want to give you a chance.
7	How to Build a Really Great Business? (Super Success Secrets from a Legendary Business Master) Written by: Chet Holmes | Distributed: 2007-01-15 | Word Count: 1523 | Page Views: 1648 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 4.00 Times are tough. The economy is in a constant state of upheaval. Is your company doing better than most? Are you placing greater emphasis on pure performance?
8	Get the Balance Right Written by: Rich Thawley | Distributed: 2009-01-28 | Word Count: 638 | Page Views: 1500 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 3.91 Do you build your business around your family or your family around your business? The choice is yours.
9	Online Copywriting Makes Content as the King Written by: Steven Gerber | Distributed: 2006-12-11 | Word Count: 560 | Page Views: 1671 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.86 The inverted pyramid is basically the placing of 4 W's in the primary sentences of the articles, supported by the other W and H on the following discussions. Four W's consist of what, when, where, and who. The other W which stands for why on the other hand, follows on the succeeding paragraphs, including the elaboration for the H which also stands for how, if necessary.
10	Interview Coaching: A Home-Based Business on the Cutting Edge Written by: Carole Martin | Distributed: 2007-08-24 | Word Count: 1400 | Page Views: 1416 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.86 You name it - Blackberry, Skype Connection, Cell Phone, iPhone - these are the tools of this trade. Who would believe that someone with a home-based business could reach out to someone in a far away country and work with a client via a Blackberry and a cell phone?
11	Do You Know Where The Real Profit Pools Are? Written by: V Rory Jones | Distributed: 2006-11-07 | Word Count: 6028 | Page Views: 3404 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.83 Ever had that feeling you've got a great business, but that its' not delivering the results it really deserves? More likely than not, you do have a great business - it is simply that its strengths are not being directed towards the right opportunities, or that those opportunities are not being well exploited. This discussion outlines a new approach to market strategy - an orientation around 'cash-based' Profit Pools. In it, we outline what the right opportunities are, how to find them, and how to exploit them.
12	Increase Sales And Customer Satisfaction By Reducing On-Hold Call-Drops Written by: George DaSilva | Distributed: 2007-04-24 | Word Count: 850 | Page Views: 1584 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.83 Nearly every business faces the prospect of putting customers on hold. According to the Telemarketing Magazine, 'over 70% of business callers are put on-hold...'
13	FDA's New Process Validation Guidance Recommends Team Approach Written by: Norm Howe | Distributed: 2009-01-21 | Word Count: 665 | Page Views: 2518 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.83 The November 2008 FDA draft guidance for process validation says "We recommend an integrated team approach to process validation that includes expertise from a variety of disciplines..." But when different people from different backgrounds work together, disagreements can stall your team. How do you get your project back on track?
14	Lone Wolf --- Lead Wolf: The Evolution of Leadership Written by: Rick Johnson | Distributed: 2006-07-20 | Word Count: 1826 | Page Views: 1662 | Votes: 17 | Rating: 3.82 Family owned organizations, both small and large, with succession issues, family preparation and second and third generation leadership issues have been subjected to the evolution of leadership. These organizations are often founded by an aggressive, highly talented entrepreneur. Many of the principles of leadership that helped build the success that the organization enjoyed in the past is not the type of leadership that will maintain that success through generations of ownership.
15	What Makes You So Great? Written by: Judy Murdoch | Distributed: 2006-10-04 | Word Count: 640 | Page Views: 1433 | Votes: 14 | Rating: 3.79 The other day I was discussing marketing options with a client and she said something that shocked me. I was shocked because this client founded and runs an extremely successful consulting practice and works with an elite roster of Fortune 100 companies.
16	The Landscape of a Baby Boomer! Written by: Catherine Wilson | Distributed: 2006-07-25 | Word Count: 728 | Page Views: 1594 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 3.78 The estimated annual spending power of the baby boomers is $1 trillion dollars. The boomers have a lot of disposable income, they are educated, recognize quality and desire convenience. On the interior, their focus over the next few decades will span well beyond expanding doorways and one level houses. They not only desire convenience but they aspire to acquiring many of the "finer things of life". The buzz word for baby boomers is functionality.
17	How to Charge More and Get It! Written by: Kendall SummerHawk | Distributed: 2006-08-01 | Word Count: 290 | Page Views: 1373 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 3.78 Why do businesses undercharge for their service? Fear. Fear of being rejected and fear of being disapproved of certainly. But the real fear is of not being good enough. Here are some tips to help you decide what the right price is for your products or service.
18	How to Jumpstart Your Business With Joint Ventures Written by: Cheryl Miller | Distributed: 2007-04-20 | Word Count: 560 | Page Views: 1273 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 3.78 Joint ventures are an old but profitable way of doing marketing. With all the changing ways of promoting your business, this is an old classic method that still works well. Joint ventures can be used online or offline and are very cost effective and in some cases entirely free. It is simply two businesses partnering together, so that both will profit.
19	Managing Risk While Going Lean Written by: Ronald Crabtree | Distributed: 2006-12-06 | Word Count: 1057 | Page Views: 2256 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.71 My company currently is assisting a large retailer with a major rollout of Lean practices in 20 distribution and repair facilities across the United States. A key element in this task is careful risk management and countermeasure assessment. Let's examine some of the actual ideas and actions that are underway.
20	Why 'Closing' Is Not The Most Important Part Of Making A Sale Written by: Scott Bywater | Distributed: 2006-08-29 | Word Count: 553 | Page Views: 2001 | Votes: 23 | Rating: 3.70 If you ever thought that 'closing' was the single most important key to sales success, then pay close attention, because what I'm about to share may surprise you. Let me explain:
21	Conference Couples Renown Motivational Speakers With Business Development Experts Creating Ultimate Networking Experience Written by: Aggie Kobrin | Distributed: 2006-09-11 | Word Count: 669 | Page Views: 1785 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.67 The W.I.S.H Conference, which features legendary speakers such as Les Brown, is an all-encompassing event offering guidance in how to balance life through wealth, inspiration, self-improvement and health.
22	Risking By Not Risking Written by: Robert Middleton | Distributed: 2007-06-05 | Word Count: 684 | Page Views: 1324 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.67 I've often been asked, 'What is the biggest mistake you've made in your business?' And the first one that comes to mind was not creating and selling products much sooner. I was in business for years and years before I created my first product. Up to that point I only offered consulting and workshops. And why didn't I create and sell products sooner? Simple. I was afraid of doing it wrong. I didn't want to risk making a mistake.
23	How Small Businesses Avoid Financial Disaster Written by: Donovan Moorhead | Distributed: 2007-07-31 | Word Count: 1016 | Page Views: 1319 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.67 Small business owners and business managers typically struggle with collecting on accounts receivables. While many businesses can get away with requiring payment upfront on products or services delivered, other businesses cannot. When dealing with corporate clients, a small businessperson must generally agree to 50% upfront and 50% on completion of the work, in order to get the job.
24	Resolve to Improve Transparency with Your Constituents: The Benefits of Citizen Request Management Software Written by: Anne Sych | Distributed: 2009-01-21 | Word Count: 399 | Page Views: 828 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.67 Well it's a New Year, with all of its promises of fresh starts and new beginnings, but you may not be as optimistic as in years past. Everyone is feeling the squeeze of the struggling economy. Municipalities are being forced to do business-as-usual with less staff, and budget cuts have butchered most cities and counties plans to purchase much needed equipment.
25	Teleseminar Secrets For Explosive Business Growth Written by: Dan Lok | Distributed: 2008-03-18 | Word Count: 761 | Page Views: 997 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 3.64 Have you ever wondered how to do the following with your list? How you can easily get new subscribers, increase responsiveness, easily create more products proven to sell, increase the frequency of purchases, be able to sell higher priced backend products, create a closer and more profitable relationship?
26	Oprah Winfrey And Other Business People Recognize The Value Of Great Customer Service Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF | Distributed: 2008-04-16 | Word Count: 554 | Page Views: 1407 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.60 Visitors who visit Oprah Winfrey's production studio for a taping of her show are sometimes amazed at the great, friendly service they receive from her staff members from the moment they get in line to enter the studio to the moment they exit after the show.
27	Getting The Best Work From Your Graphic Designer Written by: Erin Ferree | Distributed: 2006-11-02 | Word Count: 717 | Page Views: 2834 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.60 A graphic designer's goal is to provide you with the logos, artwork, and page designs that best fit your business, personality, industry, and target market and that convey your offerings and differentiators. The experience of reaching that goal can be extremely smooth and pleasant if you know what to expect up front, and if you understand that you do need to work with your designer rather than just letting them loose to create.
28	Back End Selling-making the real money Written by: Cheryl Miller | Distributed: 2007-04-18 | Word Count: 687 | Page Views: 1203 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.60 Anyone who has been in marketing, and has their own product, will tell you that the vast majority of your profits will be in back end products. Surprisingly enough many people seem to forget this and after the initial sales seem to fizzle out like a brightly glowing meteor or firework.
29	The Best Marketing Book I've Ever Read (You'll Be Surprised) Written by: Judy Murdoch | Distributed: 2007-05-09 | Word Count: 1522 | Page Views: 33878 | Votes: 15 | Rating: 3.60 From time to time someone asks me to recommend marketing books. Here's one of my favorite marketing books that always surprises people. Curious? Read on.
30	Richard Special - Magician - Children's Entertainer Written by: Richard Special - Magician Surrey | Distributed: 2008-09-02 | Word Count: 120 | Page Views: 930 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.60 Richard Special is a member of: The International Brotherhood of Magicians.
31	For Faster Profits, DON'T Reinvent the Wheel -- How to Make BIG MONEY Profiting From Other People's Good Ideas Written by: Joe McVoy | Distributed: 2008-12-09 | Word Count: 528 | Page Views: 721 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.60 Just about everybody who starts a business spends way too much money on things that seem smart at the time, but later turn out to be worthless.
32	What My Grandpa Taught Me About How To Succeed In My Online Business Written by: Garett Plummer | Distributed: 2007-05-23 | Word Count: 1284 | Page Views: 1115 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.57 Yep, I learned a lot about operating a successful online business from my grandpa's generation. I think back to how things were done when I was a boy, and I still see brilliance in their advertising methods and techniques.
33	What if My Publicity Angle Needs a Photo? Publicity Dilemma 6 Written by: Marcia Yudkin | Distributed: 2009-04-02 | Word Count: 521 | Page Views: 740 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.57 Photos need context and verbal pointers to be complete and persuasive, yet words by themselves can tell the story and sell the reader. So give your story the best possible shot at media coverage by carefully providing context and details in your verbal pitch and amplifying that with a photo.
34	7 Tips to Select the Best Security Camera Written by: Bob Arpin | Distributed: 2009-07-07 | Word Count: 1133 | Page Views: 1387 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.57 CCTV (closed circuit television) systems are gaining mainstream popularity as a crime-fighting tool. The do-it-yourself (DIY) security camera system is commonplace. Video surveillance can be a powerful tool, but only if the system is designed properly for the particular situation and intended outcomes. Whether you're in the market for a business or home security camera system, choosing the BEST security camera is key to ensuring that high quality video surveillance footage is obtained.
35	Building An Email List Of 1 Million Subscribers Written by: Willie Crawford | Distributed: 2007-07-12 | Word Count: 1161 | Page Views: 1999 | Votes: 16 | Rating: 3.56 Back in December 2002, I attended my very first Internet marketing seminar. That seminar was sponsored by Dr. Bob Silber, and I attended because Dr. Silber invited me to be a speaker. Rumors had spread of how well I was doing in 'Internet marketing' with a lead product of 'a soul food cookbook' - of all things.
36	The Power of Thinking BIG Written by: Ed Mylett | Distributed: 2009-01-27 | Word Count: 1109 | Page Views: 3067 | Votes: 18 | Rating: 3.56 Imagination is one of the world's greatest forces. Human beings have progressed and developed in direct relationship to their collective imagination. All of our world's greatest achievements were once just thoughts in the minds of people who dared to dream them.
37	Delegate Or Die: 6 Steps For Business Growth Written by: Rick Sloboda | Distributed: 2007-05-08 | Word Count: 366 | Page Views: 1597 | Votes: 22 | Rating: 3.55 To achieve business growth, you need to focus on your strengths and hire others to take care of the rest. Unfortunately, entrepreneurs often fail to employ this fundamental business growth strategy. Here are six steps to help you delegate successfully.
38	You Can Turn Complaints into Cash! Written by: Judy Murdoch | Distributed: 2006-08-08 | Word Count: 795 | Page Views: 3698 | Votes: 24 | Rating: 3.54 Most of us don't like listening to complaints. We can't imagine the value in listening to someone rant and rage about something they're dissatisfied with. But here 's a secret: There's gold in those complaints—-if—-you know what to listen for.
39	Find High Paying Project Management Jobs Written by: Jennifer Devorak | Distributed: 2006-06-16 | Word Count: 381 | Page Views: 1561 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.50 Project Management recruiters specialize mostly in the higher end project management jobs...
40	How To Get Your Customers To Fall In Love With Your Products And Services Written by: Dan Lok | Distributed: 2006-07-13 | Word Count: 967 | Page Views: 1373 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 3.50 So ask yourself, how do YOU build loyal customers? The best way to build loyal customers is by using the loyalty ladder concept. I want you to picture an ordinary ladder.
41	Want Your Copy to Win Clients? Take Your Shots! Written by: Cathy Goodwin, Ph.D. | Distributed: 2006-09-07 | Word Count: 592 | Page Views: 1657 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.50 When writing an article, web site or brochure, we often get stuck because we can't find the perfect opening. We can take a lesson from basketball players: winners tend to take a lot of shots and don't get hung up on the referee's latest call.
42	Will Companies Like Apple Eliminate Employees' Ability To Email? Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF | Distributed: 2008-05-19 | Word Count: 405 | Page Views: 1687 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 3.50 Although Apple is a big company that's at the forefront of technological advances, it would seem there's one technical advance that heads of other companies are beginning to wish had never been made available to their employees-email.
43	This ONE SIMPLE THING will keep your Photography/Videography Business Booked Solid! Written by: Dr. Jonathan Gould | Distributed: 2006-10-19 | Word Count: 977 | Page Views: 1194 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.50 What if I told you there was one simple thing you could be doing right now to grow your business rapidly that costs next to nothing, takes very little time, and is extremely easy? Sound interesting?
44	Declaring an Authentic Niche Market Written by: Molly Gordon | Distributed: 2007-06-01 | Word Count: 459 | Page Views: 1145 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 3.50 For years I struggled with the concept of niche. I knew that choosing the right niche market was considered essential to business success, yet for me, as for many professionals, choosing a niche felt like the kiss of death.
45	Five Steps To Better Customer Service And More Revenue Written by: Diana Keith | Distributed: 2007-06-26 | Word Count: 602 | Page Views: 1379 | Votes: 14 | Rating: 3.50 Learn the best way to improve your customer service along with a five-step plan on how feedback can be used as a powerful business tool to generate more business, leverage change, and forecast growth potential.
46	Why Factoring Receivables Count for Your Business Written by: Toby Seibert | Distributed: 2007-08-09 | Word Count: 844 | Page Views: 1396 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.50 If a business is having trouble keeping up with payables, due to unpaid invoices, the process can take a significant toll on the cash flow of the business. Helping to reduce this impact is a primary goal of a factoring company, and factoring receivables is an effective way to close the gap between its bills and the cash available for the business to operate efficiently.
47	Bottled Water and Government Small Business Set Asides: A Marketing Opportunity Written by: Jon M. Stout | Distributed: 2007-10-11 | Word Count: 444 | Page Views: 1579 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.50 The Federal Government and many State and Local Government agencies offer a valuable contract preference to bottled water companies who qualify as small businesses.
48	Schmooze To Sell Written by: Paul Barton | Distributed: 2009-04-15 | Word Count: 734 | Page Views: 943 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.50 Schmooze: That's the thing to do if you want to give yourself a powerful advantage in selling your products or services -- or in selling YOU. Article explains why schmoozing works and gives real-life examples of selling success.
49	Copywriting Selling Secret #1 - A Simple Formula For Writing A Compelling Headline Written by: Scott Bywater | Distributed: 2007-11-20 | Word Count: 363 | Page Views: 1002 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 3.45 I want to let you in on a "gold mine" headline creation strategy which 99% of people have no idea about.
50	Lindsay Lohan And The Entitlement Generation Benefit From Flowers At Work Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF | Distributed: 2008-03-20 | Word Count: 571 | Page Views: 1742 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 3.44 Lindsay Lohan is well known not just for her acting ability, but also for her party girl ways. Unfortunately, it would seem the fun she has off the set occasionally affects the work she does on the set since she recently received a letter from the firm producing her latest movie, Georgia Rule, scolding her for unprofessional behavior. The letter chastised Lohan for behaving in a "discourteous, irresponsible, and unprofessional" manner, stating that she'd been late for work on several occasions and hadn't come at all on others. Many businesses that employ young people in Lohan's generation may not be all that surprised by such "bad" behavior-after all, that generation is referred to as the "entitlement generation."
51	Six Easy Steps for Getting Started with Presentations that Promote Your Business Written by: Judy Murdoch | Distributed: 2007-03-05 | Word Count: 996 | Page Views: 1171 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.43 The topic of how to establish yourself as an expert speaker is a huge one. There are literally thousands of books, websites, classes, and coaching programs on the subject.
52	How to Get Back Up When You Fall in Business Written by: Acey Gaspard | Distributed: 2008-05-20 | Word Count: 1015 | Page Views: 722 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.43 Getting up is tough after you take a fall in your business. Some unexpected event that throws you off track can easily keep you off track unless you get right back up. Even the most optimistic of us loses faith, energy, and interest. It happens to the best of us. It's just like a boxing match: if you go down longer than the count of ten, you're out. So the best you can do is to get up quickly!
53	Can a Press Release Be Controversial? Publicity Dilemma 7 Written by: Marcia Yudkin | Distributed: 2009-04-07 | Word Count: 700 | Page Views: 798 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.43 Controversy gets attention. And from the standpoint of publicity, the best kind of controversy is a position or practice that goes against a habit or belief shared by the public, a profession or a niche population, yet has a solid rationale in its favor.
54	Price Setting: My Clients Will Leave If I Raise My Prices. Really? Written by: Molly Gordon | Distributed: 2007-05-18 | Word Count: 740 | Page Views: 1054 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.40 Has price setting been a prime concern for you recently? If you hesitate to raise your prices because you are afraid your clients will leave, take the issue to inquiry using The Work of Byron Katie. Here is how it can work...
55	Why And How To Create An Information Product Written by: Mark Silver | Distributed: 2007-08-28 | Word Count: 907 | Page Views: 1220 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.40 Have you put off, or given up entirely, the idea of writing that book, or creating a CD or DVD, for your business? Maybe you've let that idea slip away because you thought your business wasn't suited to it. I mean, what you do is so individual and personal, or too complicated to explain, or so intuitive in nature, that it can't be captured in a product. Or maybe you already sell a product, and you can't imagine what a book or CD would possibly do for your business.
56	The Shocking Truth About How To Start An Internet Business - Part 3 Written by: Clinton Douglas IV | Distributed: 2008-01-30 | Word Count: 694 | Page Views: 936 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.40 Your first three years of business are critical to your success - or failure. Not only do start-up businesses have heavy one-time, up-front expenses, but they're also tight on cash and funding. So your first task is to create a realistic budget. This acts as your blueprint for success.
57	The Relationship Between The NASA Space Shuttle And The Struggling Auto Industry Written by: Arlo Mooney | Distributed: 2008-11-13 | Word Count: 790 | Page Views: 1341 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.40 With all of the talk in the news about the potential failure of U.S. automakers, many have begun to talk about the far-reaching effects of the auto industry on the U.S. economy.
58	The Cost Segregation Study Process for Achieving Real Estate Investment Tax Benefits Written by: Casey Moher | Distributed: 2008-07-22 | Word Count: 908 | Page Views: 1938 | Votes: 13 | Rating: 3.38 Real estate investors and owners can greatly benefit from using cost segregation studies in order to accelerate the overall property depreciation. This may sound baffling at first glance, but when you realize the dramatic current income tax benefit, the advantages become much clearer.
59	How To Improve Your Ads Conversion Rate Written by: Cathy Qazalbash | Distributed: 2006-10-27 | Word Count: 809 | Page Views: 1297 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 3.38 Your advertising campaign is the lifeblood of your business but if your ads are bringing low conversion rates you need to analyze the factors that could be causing this. It is useless running an ad campaign, which has ads that are not pulling. Your ads are in effect your salespeople and we all know that without good salespeople businesses cannot succeed.
60	Understanding Real Estate Booms, Busts, and Bubbles - and How To Profit From Them Written by: Casey Moher | Distributed: 2008-07-31 | Word Count: 1802 | Page Views: 1791 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 3.36 In this article, we will examine the life cycle of real estate booms and busts. We will also look at how real estate bubbles occur, and how to prevent yourself from being caught in one. And finally, we will look at how to profit from real estate in times of both boom and bust.
61	20 Great Restaurant Ideas To Promote Customer Loyalty – Part 1 Written by: Ian Macdonald | Distributed: 2006-12-27 | Word Count: 543 | Page Views: 3537 | Votes: 22 | Rating: 3.36 It does not matter how well your restaurant is doing or what marketing you have planned, there are always lots of little things you can do that cost virtually no money. Here are some great ideas that we find are very effective in building customer loyalty...
62	Six steps for saving a good referral gone bad Written by: Judy Murdoch | Distributed: 2006-12-29 | Word Count: 1031 | Page Views: 1343 | Votes: 17 | Rating: 3.35 Referral-based marketing is one of best ways for a small business to promote its products and to attract new customers. It's how I've grown my business and it's how I help my clients grow their businesses. too.
63	Praise and Recognition Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success | Distributed: 2006-06-02 | Word Count: 279 | Page Views: 1508 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.33 When was the last time you praised your child, told someone good job or even simply said; thank you. In the rush to get all of our day-to-day activities and trying to complete tasks, I doubt very much we stop and think about praise and recognition. If you are a coach, teacher, manager, peer, mentor or parent, you must on a regular basis stop and praise the efforts of those around you.
64	Frustrated by Micromanagement? Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success | Distributed: 2007-01-26 | Word Count: 418 | Page Views: 1742 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.33 Residing in a micromanaged environment is very stressful and very difficult to flourish in. Micromanagement does not offer a person the flexibility or creativity we all desire when completing assignments or tasks. Understanding what factors may be contributing to the micromanagement situation you are in can help you decide on your next steps.
65	Private Labeled Drinking Water And The Martial Arts Company Written by: Jon M. Stout | Distributed: 2007-04-24 | Word Count: 1284 | Page Views: 1617 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.33 Martial arts training is an important contributor to the health and wellness of American culture and it combines physical fitness with a lifestyle that emphasizes discipline, honesty, respect for authority and the rights of others.
66	'Why you should sell something before it exists' Written by: Mark Silver | Distributed: 2007-05-22 | Word Count: 755 | Page Views: 1214 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.33 One of the members of The Business Oasis was struggling with getting her first book written. We gave her all kinds of helpful support around it, ('it really helped!' she told us). And then came the suggestion with the biggest 'fear' factor: "Why don't you pre-sell your book to your customers before you're finished?" I don't if you've noticed, but there seems to be an awfully loooooooong lag time between thinking of a new offer, creating the offer, and then finally having it in your grateful customers' hands. Most major corporations take, on average, 18 months to think of a new product and get it out into the marketplace.
67	The Questions Behind The Questions Written by: Robert Middleton | Distributed: 2007-05-31 | Word Count: 716 | Page Views: 1578 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.33 One of the greatest confusions in talking about, and marketing, professional services is that we tend to answer the questions about our services at face value.
68	Why Your Business Needs Two Types Of Accountability Written by: Mark Silver | Distributed: 2007-09-11 | Word Count: 667 | Page Views: 1186 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.33 The tide's coming in, fast. Your kayak is there on the sand, starting to get gently nudged. Meanwhile you're flat out on a beach towel. Hot sun. Cool breeze. Iced tea. Are you going to get up in time to save your kayak from floating out to sea? Your business may be calling, all kinds of important things to get done. But who can lift a finger when the sun is so bright?
69	Starting A Business After Retirement Written by: Daniel Lamaute | Distributed: 2007-10-23 | Word Count: 565 | Page Views: 1518 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 3.33 For a lot of people retirement is but a transition that frees them to live their dream of running their own business. Census figures show that about 20 percent of those in their 50s were self-employed. But, twice that, a whopping 40 percent of those working past age 70 are in business for themselves.
70	The Top 7 Secrets for Home-Based Business Success Written by: Pat Pearson, MSSW | Distributed: 2008-04-24 | Word Count: 427 | Page Views: 756 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.33 According to the internationally recognized, direct sales expert and motivational speaker Pat Pearson, these seven success secrets can make the difference between a home-based business floundering and flourishing:
71	When Customers Just Don't Appreciate You -- Turn It Around with Law of Attraction Written by: Andrea Conway | Distributed: 2008-11-24 | Word Count: 324 | Page Views: 868 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.33 In order to change your customer dynamic, understand your part in creating it and know how to work with the Law of Attraction to change it. Accept responsibility: you receive what you've been sending out.
72	For Word of Mouth Marketing, Make Sure Your New Company Name is Sayable Written by: Marcia Yudkin | Distributed: 2009-07-15 | Word Count: 510 | Page Views: 1873 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 3.33 Saddling your company with a name that you need to instruct people how to pronounce means putting it at a distinct disadvantage. Spend a little more time and selectivity in naming to give your organization a name that people can easily say when seeing it.
73	The Bizarre History Of The HOLLYWOOD Sign Written by: Morris Timlen | Distributed: 2008-11-05 | Word Count: 1211 | Page Views: 28592 | Votes: 22 | Rating: 3.32 The most famous sign in the history of mankind is the one that graces the side of the hill above Hollywood, California. As famous a landmark as the Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio De Janeiro, the Eiffel Tower in Paris France, the Great Pyramid of Giza in Egypt, The Church of the Savior on Blood in Saint Petersburg Russia, and the Statue Of Liberty in New York City, the Hollywood sign is known around the world as the symbol of the American movie industry.
74	Press Release Writing Tips Written by: Diana Barnum | Distributed: 2006-06-09 | Word Count: 294 | Page Views: 1889 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 3.30 A press release is an announcement of a newsworthy item that is issued to journalists and other media representatives. And it is a document that is generally formatted in a basic manner across the publishing industry for quick, efficient handing across the board of your news by media professionals. With regards to the basics of press release writing, here are seven basic elements that every press release should contain:
75	In Marketing It's The Little Things That Count Written by: Judy Murdoch | Distributed: 2007-05-31 | Word Count: 1026 | Page Views: 1835 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 3.30 You don't need to spend millions of dollars on advertising, fancy promotions, and big events to get your prospect's attention and interest. Seven or more well-executed impressions delivered over a period of weeks or months will enable you to build the visibility and credibility needed to create profitable customer relationships.
76	Stop Wasting Time and Start Making Money Written by: Merlyn Sanchez | Distributed: 2009-08-19 | Word Count: 472 | Page Views: 658 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 3.30 As the saying goes, "time is money," so wasting time is wasting money. And who can afford to do that, especially in today's economy? Here are five pitfalls that many business owners and solo professionals fall into that can severely hamper their productivity and cost them profits. Do any of the following sound familiar?
77	The Holy Grail of Business Flow Written by: Mark Silver | Distributed: 2006-08-22 | Word Count: 880 | Page Views: 2475 | Votes: 24 | Rating: 3.29 I've heard from friends who are writing books, clients working on marketing, class participants struggling with financial issues: "When does it get easy? When do I get to the Flow? You know what I mean- that space where things just magically... flow... from one thing to the next, there aren't any challenges or problems, and life feels like a dream state. Fuhgeddaboutit. (Translation from US Atlantic seaboard dialect: Forget about it.)
78	Fire, Ready, Aim Marketing Written by: Robert Middleton | Distributed: 2007-06-07 | Word Count: 937 | Page Views: 1504 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.29 One of the dumbest marketing mistakes is failing implementing what you already know. You may read a lot, buy online programs, attend seminars and yet still implement a fraction of what you've learned.
79	Boost Retention And Referrals In Your Insurance Agency Written by: Stephanie Cunningham | Distributed: 2007-10-23 | Word Count: 707 | Page Views: 1016 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.29 If you have ever stayed at a nice hotel, then you have probably seen the hotel's Concierge. The role of the Concierge is to assist guests with information and service to enhance their stay. What would happen if you took the idea of the Concierge and applied it to the way you service your agency clients?
80	Gone Are the Days... Revitalizing Sales Reps for the New Century Written by: Rick Johnson | Distributed: 2006-07-25 | Word Count: 1621 | Page Views: 2404 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 3.27 It's the new millennium - has selling really changed? Is the evolution of change something we as sales people in distribution really need to focus on? Is sales in the New Century really so different that the concept of pioneering a territory and then servicing the customer as a life annuity has gasped its final breath? The answer to those questions is yes. So, now what do we do to prepare ourselves to pass through this time warp and become "A" players in the New Century?
81	Superstar to Superstar --- Can Your Superstar Sales Person Become Your Superstar Sales Manager Written by: Rick Johnson | Distributed: 2006-08-08 | Word Count: 1578 | Page Views: 1492 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 3.27 Finding the right person to fill the sales management role is a common quandary in wholesale distribution. It can be especially challenging when a decision is based strictly on sales territory performance without regard for the specific skill sets required to lead a sales force..
82	Make Your Meetings More Productive Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success | Distributed: 2007-05-15 | Word Count: 385 | Page Views: 1964 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 3.25 Oh no, not another meeting request! We all dread the meeting invitation, not because of the content, but because a majority of meetings we have to attend are so poorly run.
83	Flipping, Retailing, Leasing, Options, Short Sales? Confused By All The Strategies Out There? I Was Too! Written by: Donna Robinson | Distributed: 2007-03-02 | Word Count: 1011 | Page Views: 1508 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 3.25 Many programs, seminars and boot camps on real estate teach a specific step-by-step strategy in an attempt to help newbie's learn how to become a real estate investor. I have taken such strategy based classes, and have taught them too.
84	How To Find Top Accounting Jobs Written by: George Unterberg | Distributed: 2006-06-06 | Word Count: 379 | Page Views: 1489 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 3.22 How serious are you in your search for jobs in accounting?
85	Three Sports Related Lessons We All Can Learn From Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success | Distributed: 2006-06-28 | Word Count: 757 | Page Views: 1257 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.20 Everyone in some form or fashion is exposed to sports on a very regular basis either through participation, watching an event on television, reading an article about a team or athlete. Even if you are not an avid sports fan, you will inevitably come across a sports related situation on a daily basis. Due to the popularity of sports and increased media exposure, I think sports are a great teaching tool for all of us; young and old, if put in proper perspective. Proper perspective from my standpoint is categorized in three general groups.
86	10 Ways to Stay Ahead of Your Restaurant Competition - Part 1 Written by: Ian Macdonald | Distributed: 2007-01-15 | Word Count: 536 | Page Views: 1174 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 3.20 Every restaurant owner should constantly be taking an objective look at how well your restaurant is doing. Staying ahead of the competition will keep you on your toes. Here are some ways you can get a good report card.
87	10 Ways to Stay Ahead of Your Restaurant Competition - Part 2 Written by: Ian Macdonald | Distributed: 2007-01-17 | Word Count: 1324 | Page Views: 1206 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 3.20 Every restaurant owner should constantly be taking an objective look at how well your restaurant is doing. Staying ahead of the competition will keep you on your toes. Here in part 2 of this article, we look at more ways you can get a good report card.
88	How Factoring Companies Can Help Your Business Succeed Written by: Toby Seibert | Distributed: 2007-08-09 | Word Count: 771 | Page Views: 1397 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.20 At the root of many successful businesses is an effective cash flow structure that is able to manage accounts receivable and lending against receivables. Cash flow management is vital to the profitability of a business, because commercial enterprises must also pay bills, just like everybody else.
89	How To Create Offers People Act On Written by: Judy Murdoch | Distributed: 2007-08-30 | Word Count: 731 | Page Views: 1379 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.20 A marketing issue that baffles and frustrates many small business owners is when they make an offer to sample a product or service they sell and there are no takers.
90	How To Develop Organizational Culture With Outsource Staff? Written by: Heather Villa, CMA, MBA, MSM | Distributed: 2009-03-03 | Word Count: 524 | Page Views: 2074 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 3.20 Today's businesses - even small ones - are complex organizations made up of in-house and outsourced or virtual assistance staff. The in-house staff might meet in a single office location, but the outsourced staff could be anywhere. It's a good business decision to outsource:
91	The Three C's of Vacation Home Marketing Written by: Jon Ludwig | Distributed: 2010-01-12 | Word Count: 825 | Page Views: 919 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 3.18 As both vacation rental property owners and vacation rental advertising website operators, we have often had other vacation rental owners as well as online and offline publications ask us what really drives the vacation rentals by owner market. We answer that question in this article.
92	Stop Reinventing The Internet Marketing Wheel Written by: Willie Crawford | Distributed: 2006-12-21 | Word Count: 1081 | Page Views: 1630 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.17 There are a lot of really brilliant people building businesses in the Internet marketing niche. Many of them not only have great technical skills but they're also "doers!" At the same time, I have watched many people who were much more brilliant than I am accomplish only a tiny fraction of what I have. I often sat scratching my head, and wondering what kept them from achieving major breakthroughs.
93	Ladies - Start Your Sales Engines! Written by: Kim Duke | Distributed: 2007-01-11 | Word Count: 526 | Page Views: 832 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.17 You've got to be willing to put yourself out there and put POWERFUL SURGES of energy into your business if you want to experience the THRILL of SUCCESS.
94	Quality Private Label Bottled Water is the Key to Cost Effective Advertising Written by: Marcus Stout | Distributed: 2007-09-30 | Word Count: 400 | Page Views: 1228 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.17 A classic advertising comment talks about half of the advertising budget is wasted but management can't figure out which half.
95	Analysts Speculate IT Tech Trends for 2008 Written by: Anne Sych | Distributed: 2007-12-05 | Word Count: 1048 | Page Views: 1215 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.17 At the recent Gartner Symposium/ITxpo held last October in Orlando, more than 6000 senior business and IT strategists from virtually all major industries gathered for the industry's largest conference to gain the latest advice on driving profits and performance with IT.
96	How To Perfect Your Telecom Audit Process Written by: Nermine Shaker | Distributed: 2009-07-28 | Word Count: 889 | Page Views: 886 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.17 Telecom audit is an important process for any organization. Human error, failure to pay close attention to details, constraint of time in checking long telecom bills, and insufficient knowledge of new technology and regulations - these mistakes can take a toll on the revenue of a company.
97	What Does It Take To Be A Successful Salesman? Written by: Casey Moher | Distributed: 2008-08-05 | Word Count: 930 | Page Views: 16097 | Votes: 68 | Rating: 3.16 In the course of my average workweek, I meet people who tell me that they have no sales experience, and very literally, many will tell me that they could not sell if their lives depended on it. Do you fit into this mold? Do you seriously believe that you can sell me on the idea that you cannot sell things?
98	Spark Up Your July 4th With 24 Hours of Motivation Written by: Diana Barnum | Distributed: 2006-06-16 | Word Count: 553 | Page Views: 1495 | Votes: 14 | Rating: 3.14 After an overwhelming response from 21 Countries and 23 States this highly successful 24 hour motivation call will light up the hearts of people again. Twenty-four hours can position you on the path to reaching your goals, aspirations and purpose.
99	Did Rising Gas Prices Lead To Matthew Mcconaughey's Recent Car Sale? Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF | Distributed: 2008-02-01 | Word Count: 553 | Page Views: 1812 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.14 While gas prices may not have much of an affect on the deep pockets of Hollywood stars, they have hit the rest of us quite hard-including florists and those who buy flowers from them.
100	Save Time - Boost Productivity with Knowledge Base Software Written by: Anne Sych | Distributed: 2006-08-22 | Word Count: 358 | Page Views: 1383 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.14 Even in an era often referred to as the "Information Age" keeping track of information can be a daunting task. Companies are moving away from traditional paper documentation for internal policies, references and documentation. We are also seeing a growing trend for companies to provide their customers access to information with online self help tools. Organizing your information for easy retrieval is essential to be competitive in this marketplace.
101	If Lindsay Lohan Is Hospitalized In England, She May Not Receive Flowers Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF | Distributed: 2008-03-11 | Word Count: 475 | Page Views: 897 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.14 A hospital in Gorleston, England, which is northeast of London, has made the decision to no longer allow the delivery of flowers to patients' rooms.
102	The Right Words To Get The Job You Want Written by: Deborah Brown-Volkman | Distributed: 2007-02-13 | Word Count: 798 | Page Views: 1336 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.14 A job interview is a screening tool. Employers want to know if you will fit in. They are assessing whether they like you and if you are a good match for the position.
103	7 Steps To Creating A Successful Small Business Marketing Plan Written by: Robert Moment | Distributed: 2007-05-11 | Word Count: 573 | Page Views: 1859 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.14 Small business marketing is all about determining the needs of your target market and then providing solutions to meet those needs. These 7 steps are aimed at entrepreneurs starting a small business and those who want to create a successful small business marketing plan for an existing business.
104	Slash Your Expenses Written by: Scott Bywater | Distributed: 2006-07-04 | Word Count: 438 | Page Views: 1015 | Votes: 16 | Rating: 3.13 A few years ago, I analysed the statistics of where one of my clients, M and M Pest Control in Sydney, generated all their leads from. What did I do? I simply analysed his advertising expenses... and identified whether or not the ads were generating a strong yield for his investment. And I'm willing to bet you could do the same for your business.
105	Personalized Bottled Water For Sporting Events And Participants Written by: Marcus Stout | Distributed: 2007-04-20 | Word Count: 1464 | Page Views: 1332 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 3.13 Sports and athletics are such a pervasive force in American culture that few people can avoid its impact. Memories of an important game, event, score or sports outing are often long lasting whether they are at the institution, team or individual level. Personalized bottled drinking water is an excellent way to create lasting memories and produce high-quality messages. Branding messages are available for teams, institutions and individuals.
106	Private Label Water And Event Planning - Pure Water for Memorable Events Written by: Marcus Stout | Distributed: 2007-04-27 | Word Count: 1027 | Page Views: 1474 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 3.11 Events are an important part of corporate life. A well planned event can forcefully convey a clear corporate message and engage participants in the respective corporate culture.
107	How Do I Fire My Son Toby? My Wife Won't Allow It... Written by: Rick Johnson | Distributed: 2006-08-08 | Word Count: 1406 | Page Views: 1326 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 3.10 I love Toby. He's my oldest son, he's Vice President of Sales but he just doesn't get it. The key word here is family and the closer the family member is to you the owner, the more difficult the decision and action becomes.
108	How Do 89 percent of New Customers Pick Your Restaurant? Written by: Rudy Vener | Distributed: 2007-08-13 | Word Count: 676 | Page Views: 1785 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 3.10 The Internet is reshaping the way consumers find restaurants. Are you ready to do business online?
109	Safeguarding Intellectual Property Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success | Distributed: 2006-10-10 | Word Count: 524 | Page Views: 1733 | Votes: 13 | Rating: 3.08 Every company has Intellectual Property (technical and practical knowledge) that is a critical component to its future. Your company standard processes may not even identify a method to capture Intellectual Property (IP) or define what IP is. Retention and definition of IP is key to your product and market place profitability; take a look at your situation.
110	How To Avoid The 'Yo-Yo Effect' And Always Have A Steady Stream Of New Customers Written by: Scott Bywater | Distributed: 2006-08-22 | Word Count: 482 | Page Views: 2898 | Votes: 13 | Rating: 3.08 Last week, I received a question from one of my subscribers who asked: Do I keep advertising even when I am flat out and already have too much work on? I am a painter. My answer:
111	Credibility as a Marketing Strategy Written by: Darrell Berg-Smith | Distributed: 2006-09-01 | Word Count: 526 | Page Views: 969 | Votes: 13 | Rating: 3.08 Credibility is being believed and trusted by your customers and potential customers. You can't buy it. No amount of advertising or promotion can hand it to you on a platter. Yet you can achieve credibility by trusting in and using your own product expertise.
112	For Snazzier New Product Names, Use Creative Naming Prompts Written by: Marcia Yudkin | Distributed: 2009-07-14 | Word Count: 286 | Page Views: 1279 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 3.08 Try these six brainstorming prompts when you have to come up with a new product name. Examples included!
113	Is Business VoIP For You? Written by: Nermine Shaker | Distributed: 2009-07-31 | Word Count: 830 | Page Views: 570 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 3.08 As with anything new, Voice Over Internet Protocol has gotten a lot of attention. It has been touted as being the wave of the future. It can save money and simplify your business operations. But VoIP isn't for every company. And does it deliver on its promises?
114	You Need SAUSAGE To Be Successful In Network Marketing! Written by: Gordon Bellows | Distributed: 2002-07-01 | Word Count: 0 | Page Views: 621 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.00 Being involved in network marketing (also known as MLM) can be personally and financially rewarding. Being successful and having a lucrative income does not just happen, it takes time and effort. There is no guarantee of success. However, certain things can greatly improve your chances of being successful.
115	The Rich Reviews: Every Great Marketer Is A Great Liar! Written by: The Rich Reviewer | Distributed: 2006-05-12 | Word Count: 1042 | Page Views: 792 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.00 Did you know that all the marketers in the world are always telling lies to their clients, buyers and customers, almost everyday? Well, may be not 100% of them but, you get the idea.
116	Eliminating Non-value Tasks From Your Day Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success | Distributed: 2006-10-19 | Word Count: 369 | Page Views: 2753 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 3.00 In support of time management, recognizing the need to manage your day through the elimination of non-value added tasks is often forgotten. Without periodically reviewing routine tasks, you will limit the level of success you can achieve.
117	Five Steps to Maximize Success in Targeting For Growth Written by: Rick Johnson | Distributed: 2006-07-18 | Word Count: 2956 | Page Views: 1325 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 3.00 Targeting is the process of selecting high potential customer accounts to receive intense sales focus. Goal setting translates that high potential into achievable numeric objectives, i.e. revenue and margin growth. Each Territory Manager should select a predetermined number of Target Growth Accounts (TGA).
118	How To Get Fear Off Your Business' Back Written by: Mark Silver | Distributed: 2008-04-29 | Word Count: 1027 | Page Views: 1277 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 3.00 You want to know a secret? My clients and class participants all trust me to hold confidentiality with the most intimate details of their business, but I'm going to go public with one detail I know. I'm going to tell you the straight-up fact, the one that no one tells anyone else. They all get scared. Gut-clenching scared. Scared witless. (And me, too.)
119	Delaware Ranked #1 in the United States Written by: Dave Wise | Distributed: 2006-07-11 | Word Count: 788 | Page Views: 1602 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 3.00 Each year the United States Chamber of Commerce announces which States have the best and worst legal system. For the fifth year in a row, Delaware has received the top honors, being named the State with the fairest legal system. As many of the top businesses in the United States, and a growing number of small- and medium- sized businesses, have chosen Delaware as the place to incorporate, that ranking should not come as a big surprise.
120	Marketing that Takes Your Business to the Next Level Written by: Judy Murdoch | Distributed: 2006-07-12 | Word Count: 988 | Page Views: 1349 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 3.00 During a discussion about small business marketing, one owner asked me "How do you get big?" In other words, what did he need to do with his marketing to take his business to the next level. Great question because the marketing you do to take your business from $0 to $100,000 is very different from the marketing you do to take your business to $250,000 or $1,000,000 or $5,000,000.
121	Cost of Poor Quality Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success | Distributed: 2007-03-06 | Word Count: 285 | Page Views: 1850 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.00 What are your business costs due to poor quality (CoPQ) and their effect on your bottom line?
122	Ebusiness 101 Part 1: Determining Your Brand and Niche Written by: Ramon Sanchez | Distributed: 2006-07-19 | Word Count: 300 | Page Views: 956 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.00 It doesn't matter how many clothing stores, gadget distributors or gizmo providers are in your market, you can still differentiate your product or service from the next and create a powerful brand that people are drawn to time and time again. Develop a winning strategy. Branding is just as important online as it is off.
123	How to Get 'Em to Do What You Want 'Em to Written by: Dave Kahle | Distributed: 2006-07-25 | Word Count: 2248 | Page Views: 1246 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.00 That's probably the question I'm asked more than any other. Frustrated distributor CEO's and sales managers express that thought over and over, in one way or another. They're talking about their salespeople, of course. They harbor a feeling that some of their salespeople just aren't doing what they want them to do, and they don't know what to do about it. If that thought occasionally passes through your mind, read on.
124	Keeping People Motivated Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success | Distributed: 2006-08-01 | Word Count: 453 | Page Views: 1439 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.00 Communication, always important, but this time of year it is critical. Why, because everyone else is juggling their personal schedules as well job assignments.
125	High Achiever Sales Professional Tool Kit: 5 Tools To Advance Your Sales Income Written by: Bill Caskey | Distributed: 2006-08-23 | Word Count: 747 | Page Views: 1354 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 3.00 To become a high achieving sales professional, you must first become an expert communicator. Ask any sales person if they would like to make $250,000 a year and they universally say "yes." But then look at the tool kit they use to pursue clients, and more than likely you will find that the sales tools are dull.
126	Develop Decision Making Skills Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success | Distributed: 2006-08-29 | Word Count: 461 | Page Views: 1554 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 3.00 Everybody in the world will have to make a decision or two today. But not everybody is equipped with the same level of decision making skills.
127	Be A Humble Equal Or Lose The Sale Written by: Mark Silver | Distributed: 2006-09-28 | Word Count: 980 | Page Views: 1114 | Votes: 14 | Rating: 3.00 I remember two sales conversations I had with prospects, both of them several years ago. One was "successful" and one was "unsuccessful," meaning one person hired me, and the other person didn't. But, ultimately both were unsuccessful. How can a sale be unsuccessful?
128	Growing Demand for Loose Leaf Tea and Tea Rooms Written by: Jon M. Stout | Distributed: 2006-10-10 | Word Count: 768 | Page Views: 2074 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 3.00 The tremendous demand for high quality loose leaf tea is favorably affecting the tea room industry.
129	How referral marketing success is like a chocolate souffle Written by: Judy Murdoch | Distributed: 2006-10-26 | Word Count: 586 | Page Views: 1453 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 3.00 Chocolate soufflés and referral marketing may seem like an odd combination (unless, perhaps, you're a restaurant owner) but like a chocolate souffle, there is a recipe you can use to develop a successful referral marketing program. If you're intrigued, read on...
130	Advertising Cheaply And Effectively Written by: Cathy Qazalbash | Distributed: 2006-10-27 | Word Count: 372 | Page Views: 1319 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.00 Advertising is the lifeblood of your business. To be effective you will need to advertise on a regular basis. One advertisement rarely brings instant results. Your potential customer needs to see your ads several times before purchasing.
131	Bronx Flower Shop Older Than Disney Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF | Distributed: 2008-05-22 | Word Count: 373 | Page Views: 1274 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 3.00 Disney has been an American icon since October 16, 1923 when it was founded by brothers Walt and Roy Disney. At 81 years old, that's still 19 years younger than Olympia-Hearns Flower Shop in Bronx, New York.
132	Fine Tune Your Sales Copy And Increase Your Sales Written by: Cheryl Miller | Distributed: 2006-12-22 | Word Count: 587 | Page Views: 1448 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 3.00 Your sales copy is your most important part of your business. It does not matter how hot your product is, if you do not have good sales copy you are not going to sell anything. Now that we are in the midst of the busy season for selling many products online, it is time to take a second look at your sales copy. Always remember, no sales copy is ever set in stone.
133	Some In Snowstorm Made It Through With Ps2 Or Xbox, But Florists Worked To Keep Customers Happy Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF | Distributed: 2008-04-23 | Word Count: 415 | Page Views: 1012 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.00 When a colossal storm dumped tons of precipitation, felled trees, and flooded roads on December 14th, 2006 in Washington state, many welcomed the rough weather as a time to stay indoors and while away the time playing PS2 or XBox. But, many Washington florists braved the storms to ensure their customers received the flowers they'd ordered and that their precious stock was safe.
134	When To Get Business Help And When To Go It Alone Written by: Mark Silver | Distributed: 2007-03-06 | Word Count: 940 | Page Views: 1003 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.00 It's a sorta no-brainer when you need help in business: flummoxed, bewildered, stuck. But what kind of help do you really need? It's a big question. Without the right support and education, everything you're working for can fall apart. But, the wrong support can be expensive, time-consuming and overwhelming.
135	Is Breaking Through To Reach the Next Level of Your Business Hard To Do? Written by: Ali Rodriguez | Distributed: 2007-02-28 | Word Count: 219 | Page Views: 1183 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 3.00 To win, we raise the bar of our expectations. In so doing, we must deal with the inner voices that tell us how unable we are to achieve what we want.
136	Beyond Self-Promotion: Why Good People Should Sell Themselves Written by: Molly Gordon | Distributed: 2007-04-12 | Word Count: 613 | Page Views: 854 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.00 If you work for yourself, and are perhaps a teeny weeny bit resistant to selling, this wake up call is for you. It is possible that 'learning to sell' -- as opposed to learning how to promote yourself -- is not on your priority list. But, if you truly care about your customers, self promotion deserves your attention.
137	5 Ways To Get Paid To Market Your Service Written by: Henry DeVries | Distributed: 2007-04-24 | Word Count: 613 | Page Views: 1275 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.00 Truly, the best proactive lead generation strategy is to regularly demonstrate your expertise by giving informative and entertaining talks in front of targeted groups of potential new clients. The trick is knowing who to contact to get booked as a speaker and developing a topic that will draw the right audience.
138	Private Label Drinking Water - Pure Water as a Powerful Brand Builder Written by: Marcus Stout | Distributed: 2007-04-25 | Word Count: 1021 | Page Views: 1499 | Votes: 14 | Rating: 3.00 All firms need to establish a strong brand in order to effectively compete with and be distinguished from other companies similar to theirs. A strong brand allows individual ideals that convey the durability and power of the company, its products and service offerings, in addition to showing how its offering is distinctive from other products; it clearly expresses features and benefits that appeal to the marketplace and individual customers.
139	How to Effectively Use Testimonials Online And Offline Written by: Dan Lok | Distributed: 2007-11-01 | Word Count: 680 | Page Views: 1085 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 3.00 I'm always amazed when I come across a sales letter, usually online, and there are NO testimonials. They're powerful response and conversion boosters and are so easy to implement. You're only hurting your own marketing efforts, and leaving cash on the table, if you're not using them.
140	Prescription for Healthy Sales Written by: Debbie Mrazek | Distributed: 2007-11-01 | Word Count: 1562 | Page Views: 741 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.00 Most companies today struggle with sales challenges. With economic instability and world conflict, these issues may seem to be externally afflicted; however, most businesses can utilize a sales check-up to determine areas of vulnerability and to uncover healthy, revitalized sales.
141	Do these Symptoms Sound Familiar? Written by: George J. Ramos, Jr. | Distributed: 2007-12-27 | Word Count: 968 | Page Views: 869 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.00 Employers should make appropriate use of drug testing, and make sure that their policies and procedures are in compliance with state and federal laws. The best way to ensure this is to retain a qualified and competent background screening and drug test provider.
142	Going Global: Is It Right for Your Small Business? Written by: Melissa Mashtonio | Distributed: 2008-07-24 | Word Count: 661 | Page Views: 983 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.00 Have you been feeling the itch to send your small business global? Many are in your shoes--seeing the benefits of business expansion but also fearing the risk of taking products abroad. Although exporting your products may expand your business and bring higher sales, the task may seem daunting to a small business with fewer resources than a large company. But if you take your time and research the process, going global with your company may garner more rewards than costs.
143	Why Delivery Services Are The HOT NEW Business to Own Written by: Joe McVoy | Distributed: 2008-12-29 | Word Count: 529 | Page Views: 766 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.00 Looking for a business that is practically recession proof? That can be started on very little money? Looking for a business to earn you BIG profits fast? Your own delivery service may be the way for you to go. From furniture, to business supplies, to flowers, and restaurant meals -- delivery is the cutting-edge service taking America's business world by storm.
144	Ten Questions Every Leader Ought to Be Asking Written by: Lisa Haneberg | Distributed: 2009-07-30 | Word Count: 529 | Page Views: 841 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 3.00 We are at our best when we catalyze progress - when we create environments that help people, teams and processes do great work together. I invite all leaders - at all levels in the organization - to embrace the opportunity to be great like you never knew you could be or was possible. Here are ten questions you can ask yourself and your team to get catalytic juices flowing:
145	How to Use Personal Branding for a Competitive Edge Written by: Cecile Peterkin | Distributed: 2009-08-06 | Word Count: 510 | Page Views: 747 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.00 Personal branding has proven to be a successful strategy - one that can also help you to get a competitive edge during your job search. If you want an exceptional career and to achieve your goals, learn how to use personal branding.
146	Negotiation - Basic Techniques for Telecom Expense Management Written by: Nermine Shaker | Distributed: 2009-09-01 | Word Count: 795 | Page Views: 1770 | Votes: 13 | Rating: 3.00 Everyone has to negotiate at one stage or another. These negotiations could be in the form of promotions, sales calls, hiring, and more. For companies, negotiations are in the form of contracts, business deals and cost management. The rule of thumb for most negotiations remains the same although the situation, process, and result may be different.
147	This Causes Failure for Numerous Businesses Written by: Scott Bywater | Distributed: 2009-12-01 | Word Count: 404 | Page Views: 649 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.00 And as I was reading Lance Armstrong's book, I noticed the sort of measurements athletes took of themselves in terms of their timing and understanding their numbers in very specific detail. Measurement is extremely important in sport because one hundredth of a second can make a huge difference. Measurement is also important in business...
148	Why needs-based marketing fails and what to do about it Written by: Judy Murdoch | Distributed: 2006-11-08 | Word Count: 950 | Page Views: 1861 | Votes: 15 | Rating: 2.93 Business 101 tells us that in order to have a sustainable competitive advantage we must offer products and services that satisfy customer needs and we need to do it in a way that is in some way better than our competitors.
149	5 Strategies For Creating Win-Win Guarantees Written by: Judy Murdoch | Distributed: 2007-11-14 | Word Count: 908 | Page Views: 978 | Votes: 14 | Rating: 2.93 If you don't offer money-back guarantees because you're worried all your customers will want refunds, there are five strategies that will enable you to get the benefit of higher prospect to customer conversion AND lower your financial risk. Before you say, 'no' to guarantees, consider whether one or more of these strategies would work for you.
150	Online Fax Services - Choosing The Right Fax Service Written by: Titus Hoskins | Distributed: 2008-12-04 | Word Count: 659 | Page Views: 1401 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 2.92 Online fax services are becoming extremely popular with small and even large companies but do you or your company really need an Internet Fax Service? Well, here are some reasons why you should consider this NEW way of faxing...
151	Realtor-to-Realtor: Secrets to a Successful Open House Written by: Echo Farrell | Distributed: 2006-05-18 | Word Count: 1437 | Page Views: 995 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 2.91 Holding an open house can have many benefits, including exposing the home to the neighborhood, a passive way to get buyers (when it's a buyer's market) and the occasional opportunity for the hosting agent to meet new buyers. However, a productive open house requires a well-thought out plan and effective execution.
152	Customer Service And The Bottled Water Industry - Pure Water and the Customer Promise Written by: Jon M. Stout | Distributed: 2007-04-25 | Word Count: 736 | Page Views: 1584 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 2.91 Almost every company discusses, at length, the need for customer service and the significance of supplying true excellence to its customers. However, very few actually follow through with what it takes to attain this excellence. This is particularly true in the bottled water business since not all providers share the opinion that customer service is of the utmost importance in any business.
153	Online Ordering? C'mon, This Is A Pizza Shop. Written by: Rudy Vener | Distributed: 2007-05-29 | Word Count: 749 | Page Views: 1577 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 2.91 What prevents the small, family owned restaurants from benefitting from the internet? Read how one restaurant overcame this obstacle.
154	7 Levels of Internet Marketers Written by: Dan Lok | Distributed: 2006-07-12 | Word Count: 1283 | Page Views: 1093 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 2.90 If you want to jump-start your life and your business, you have to know what type of Internet Marketer you are. True financial success only comes to those that master this concept. So ask yourself, "Do you know what kind of Internet marketer you are"?
155	Considering the Importance of Corporate Culture Written by: Kate Smalley | Distributed: 2006-11-07 | Word Count: 465 | Page Views: 2405 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 2.90 When it comes to sizing up job candidates, cultural fit is just as important to consider as qualifications.
156	Benefits of Working from Home Written by: Kate Smalley | Distributed: 2006-07-06 | Word Count: 427 | Page Views: 1297 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.89 If you've ever dreamed of working from home in shorts and a T-shirt, you're not alone. There are more than 50 million Americans working at least part-time from residences, enjoying convenience, tax deductions and other valuable benefits. But not every business is suited to operate at home, experts say.
157	Were Hilary Duff And Haylie Duff Annoyed By Each Other On The Set Of Material Girls? Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF | Distributed: 2008-05-15 | Word Count: 535 | Page Views: 1497 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.89 It leaves those of us who are accustomed to working with all sorts of people wondering if the sisters were annoyed by each other like so many of us have been with our coworkers. In fact, coworkers can be so irritating that NBC ran a news report devoted entirely to the habits that bug our coworkers.
158	Positive Energy In Your Office Written by: Kent Jacobson a.k.a. Mr. Success | Distributed: 2006-12-14 | Word Count: 452 | Page Views: 1309 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.89 Positive energy can go a long way in ensuring that your office environment is peaceful and stress free. If you have ever worked in an office with people who are constantly giving off negative energy, you surely know what it feels like. You feel suffocated by this energy, and often times it wears off on others.
159	The Tea Room Business Plan: Sales, Promotion and Public Relations Written by: Marcus Stout | Distributed: 2007-06-28 | Word Count: 1033 | Page Views: 2211 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.89 As a tea wholesaler, you can have the best tea room with the highest quality products and service but if you don't promote the business properly, your chances of success will be reduced.
160	Is Your Restaurant Being Robbed By The Busy Signal Bandit? Written by: Rudy Vener | Distributed: 2007-07-20 | Word Count: 822 | Page Views: 1163 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.89 Be alert for an easily overlooked problem that can cost your restaurant sales.
161	A Good Business Name Must Be Bold: Oh, Really? Written by: Marcia Yudkin | Distributed: 2009-07-23 | Word Count: 398 | Page Views: 980 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.89 T h e n a m i n g " m u s t " y o u ' l l e n c o u n t e r m o s t o f t e n i s t h i s o n e : A G o o d B u s i n e s s N a m e M u s t B e B o l d . I t m u s t m a k e a s t a t e m e n t . I t m u s t s t a n d o u t . I t m u s t c a l l a t t e n t i o n t o i t s e l f . B u t n o , t h a t ' s n o t t r u e - n o t a l w a y s .
162	Beside Making Truckloads of Money... Who Else Wants to Discover Why They Should Start Their Own Record Label? Written by: Ty Cohen | Distributed: 2006-05-31 | Word Count: 884 | Page Views: 1322 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.88 Don't tell me you never thought about owning your own Indie record label company. I guess the real question is, what has been stopping you? Unfortunately, I know too well the answer to this question. There are many reasons why people tell themselves why they can't have their own Indie record label company.
163	The Layers of Your Brand and How Your Brand Helps Your Business Written by: Erin Ferree | Distributed: 2006-06-15 | Word Count: 1033 | Page Views: 1542 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.88 Branding is a hot topic in marketing these days, but it's defined in different ways and looked at from different angles. There are many components that make up a brand, and we call each component a Brand Layer. Here are our definitions of some of the most important Brand Layers:
164	The Master Marketing Skill Written by: Robert Middleton | Distributed: 2007-06-14 | Word Count: 741 | Page Views: 926 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.88 Make learning how to give presentations and talks a priority in your development as a professional. It's a skill that will pay for itself thousands of times over in the course of your career.
165	You Killed Your Competition! Now What? Written by: Robert Short | Distributed: 2006-07-19 | Word Count: 1312 | Page Views: 1282 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 2.86 When your competition goes out of business they will obviously lose the relationship that they have with their existing customers. When this happens it will create what I like to call a "customer vacuum." All of their customers will be set free and they will start searching for another company that can service their particular needs. At the same time you and your existing competition will start grabbing for control of these customers. What you need to do is fill that vacuum and there is one very good way I use to maximize the chance of these unaccounted for customers coming right to your door.
166	Hillary Duff's Generation May Buy More Flowers Thanks To A Loyola College Study Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF | Distributed: 2008-03-17 | Word Count: 372 | Page Views: 1079 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 2.86 How do people like Hillary Duff who are in the 18 to 30 year old age range feel about flowers? Well, that's exactly what three teams of advertising students at Loyola College in Baltimore, Maryland set out to discover for a class project.
167	So You Want To Franchise Your Restaurant? Things To Consider Before Taking The Leap Written by: David Scott Peters | Distributed: 2007-04-02 | Word Count: 1271 | Page Views: 1105 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 2.86 So you want to franchise your restaurant concept. You think that if you start to franchise you'll be rich. You think that because you don't have to actually run all the new stores, your people problems are over because you don't have all those employee problems. Maybe, maybe not.
168	The Ten Commandments of Termination Written by: Lois P. Frankel, Ph.D. | Distributed: 2008-07-22 | Word Count: 752 | Page Views: 1009 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 2.86 Keeping poor performers costs companies millions of dollars annually in low productivity, poor morale, work-related stress complaints, and poor quality of work. The Ten Commandments of Termination is a blueprint for how to separate underperformers fairly, legally, and in good conscience.
169	Get More Out Of Your Workplace Than Just Taxes Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF | Distributed: 2008-03-06 | Word Count: 453 | Page Views: 1149 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 2.83 For many business owners, sometimes it seems like all you get out of running a business, is taxes. There are so many forms to file, and sometimes it feels like all the money you work so hard to make is spent on taxes. But, if you've noticed your sales slumping or if you'd just like to add some more cash to your bottom line, there's a very easy way to do that. Recent studies have shown that just by placing flowers and green plants in the workplace, you can enjoy marked improvements in your business.
170	How to Build an Empire With Business Cards Written by: Robert Short | Distributed: 2006-07-13 | Word Count: 858 | Page Views: 1712 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 2.83 Today, most business owners don't realize the importance of using a simple business card to generate tons of new customers. It simply does not matter what kind of business you are in, you have to utilize this primitive business technique in order to grow your business fast and to maintain that growth. The three major mistakes people make when marketing with business cards are:
171	5 Tips How Your Small Company Can Avoid Labor Law Problems in California Written by: Daniel Curtin | Distributed: 2006-08-02 | Word Count: 1238 | Page Views: 1511 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 2.83 If you are a small California business employer, it is in your best interests to take the steps necessary to ensure you are compliant with the state's labor laws. The links in this article can assist the small employer in doing just that, using free or inexpensive resources available on the Internet.
172	Why And How To Create An Information Product Written by: Mark Silver | Distributed: 2006-09-06 | Word Count: 912 | Page Views: 1217 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 2.83 Have you put off, or given up entirely, the idea of writing that book, or creating a CD or DVD, for your business? If you are putting off creating an information product, you are doing a disservice to all the people who are waiting for you.
173	The Salary Negotiation Dance During A Job Interview Written by: Carole Martin | Distributed: 2007-04-10 | Word Count: 640 | Page Views: 1572 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 2.83 To perform the job interview salary negotiation dance steps, you must have a good sense of balance. Knowing your value and your worth will help you feel more confident about staying in step during the salary negotiation process. The employer takes the lead and you follow, staying with the rhythm. You move together through the interview process; aware of the other, taking care not to step on one another. The salary negotiation dance is never confrontational or harsh, but smooth and in harmony.
174	Keeping Your Business Profitable Into The 21st Century Written by: Will Gruver | Distributed: 2007-05-11 | Word Count: 1037 | Page Views: 1291 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 2.83 Whenever a storm ravages through an area, it is not only homes and people that are affected. Many businesses lose infinite amounts of money after storm damage forces them to temporarily shut down, as a result of power blackouts. The direct result of power outages is frequently significant revenue loss and the possible loss of customers.
175	Flabby Marketing Thinking Written by: Robert Middleton | Distributed: 2007-06-22 | Word Count: 572 | Page Views: 1034 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 2.83 In marketing, there's an equivalent to exercising and pumping iron and that's the topic of this article on marketing for professional service businesses.
176	Generate Your New Product Name: Brainstorming Tips Written by: Marcia Yudkin | Distributed: 2010-01-12 | Word Count: 595 | Page Views: 2318 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 2.83 Use these nine methods of brainstorming to pile up loads of naming ingredients for your new product. Then combine and tweak them to create possible names. Have fun while doing this, because a playful attitude promotes creativity.
177	Footprints to Success... The Five Priorities of Strategic Planning Written by: Rick Johnson | Distributed: 2006-08-03 | Word Count: 2202 | Page Views: 1635 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 2.82 Strategic planning is a management tool. It is used to help an organization clarify its future direction - to focus its energy, and to help members of the organization work toward the same goals.
178	The Surefire Way to Destroy Trust: Tardiness Written by: Cory Halbardier | Distributed: 2006-06-07 | Word Count: 1032 | Page Views: 1724 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 2.80 There are two types of people: Those who habitually show up early, and those who habitually show up late. You know who they are. If you tell them a meeting starts at 3, they'll be there around 3:15. If they need to attend a class that starts at 8, you can count on them being there at 8:30 because they were "stuck in traffic."
179	Does Competition Knot up YOUR Nylons? Written by: Kim Duke | Distributed: 2007-02-01 | Word Count: 448 | Page Views: 826 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 2.80 Take a good look at your competition and what they are doing RIGHT and challenge yourself to improve in another area.
180	Customer Service Tips: What Do Your Customers Really Want? Written by: Molly Gordon | Distributed: 2007-04-27 | Word Count: 897 | Page Views: 1277 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 2.80 How is your 'just right' customer like a best friend? Like a best friend, your just-right customer wants what you do the way you do it, not what you think you need to do it to compete. They want you to be authentic and clear so that what you advertise is what they get.
181	Tips For Buying Corporate Business Gifts Online Written by: Titus Hoskins | Distributed: 2007-12-04 | Word Count: 850 | Page Views: 1034 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 2.80 These days you can buy anything online, including all your corporate business gifts for your boss, employees or clients. However, there are a few things you should keep in mind when buying anything from the web. So here's a list of buying tips you can use to make purchasing your next corporate gift just a little bit easier...
182	How Proactive Networking Can Dramatically Boost Your Business Written by: Christophe Poizat | Distributed: 2008-01-30 | Word Count: 346 | Page Views: 1107 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 2.80 Do you know why most people fail at marketing anything on the Internet? Even though the products or services they are trying to sell are awesome?
183	The Effect of Economic Woes and Wellness in the Workplace Written by: Cecile Peterkin | Distributed: 2009-03-03 | Word Count: 520 | Page Views: 867 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 2.80 These days, however, with the focus of much of the news being on the current economic crisis, there is an increasing amount of tension in the workplace. However, by focusing on the health and well-being of your staff members, particularly during times of high stress you are going to find that you are in a better position to keep your business growing and moving forward.
184	Must-Haves for Word-of-Mouth Marketing Success Written by: Judy Murdoch | Distributed: 2006-09-26 | Word Count: 803 | Page Views: 1347 | Votes: 14 | Rating: 2.79 As a business owner wouldn't you just love to get all the new business you could handle through referrals from your current customers?
185	20 Great Restaurant Ideas To Promote Customer Loyalty – Part 2 Written by: Ian Macdonald | Distributed: 2006-12-28 | Word Count: 526 | Page Views: 1502 | Votes: 14 | Rating: 2.79 It does not matter how well your restaurant is doing or what marketing you have planned, there are always lots of little things you can do that cost virtually no money. Here are some great ideas that we find are very effective in building customer loyalty...
186	Which Internet Fax Service Is Right For You? Written by: Titus Hoskins | Distributed: 2007-12-17 | Word Count: 1064 | Page Views: 1201 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.78 Internet or e-mail fax services are becoming very popular with the computer savvy public. The ability to receive and send faxes whenever and wherever you access you e-mail has proven too irresistible for many fax users to ignore.
187	Are You Driving Your Business Like a Stuntman or a Reckless Driver? Written by: Christophe Poizat | Distributed: 2008-02-12 | Word Count: 909 | Page Views: 819 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.78 Ideally, you should drive your business like a wise stuntman and not a reckless driver. Prior to executing any daring stunt, a stuntman always studies and evaluates all the different parameters involved and all the possible scenarios with their associated levels of risk.
188	Negative Versus Positive Marketing Messages: Which Works Best? Written by: Judy Murdoch | Distributed: 2008-09-03 | Word Count: 644 | Page Views: 1425 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.78 Nancy is a small business owner who helps nonprofit groups create fund raising events that can double- even triple- their average donation. Until recently, Nancy has gotten her business primarily through in-person meetings: attending networking events, taking people out for coffee, and giving presentations. Read on to learn what has and has not worked for Nancy.
189	Obama Leadership: 8 Ways to Lead in the 21st Century Written by: Sharif Khan | Distributed: 2009-03-03 | Word Count: 884 | Page Views: 1339 | Votes: 17 | Rating: 2.76 Leadership lessons from Obama style leadership with 8 tips for leading in the new world economy.
190	Are You Boring Your Prospects Away? Written by: Judy Murdoch | Distributed: 2007-09-26 | Word Count: 450 | Page Views: 1420 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.75 Think about how you typically introduce yourself in business situations and see if you can change your introduction so that you answer the other person's question about how you can help them.
191	The 'R' Word Written by: Rick Johnson | Distributed: 2008-09-30 | Word Count: 952 | Page Views: 959 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.75 In order to survive or even thrive facing today’s economic conditions, which may even see gas prices hit five dollars a gallon, it will require sticking to the basic principles of running a well managed business. Some economists say we are definitely in a recession even though the actual numbers don’t really validate their opinion. The question is... Does it really matter?
192	The Link Between Mel Gibson And The Flower Industry Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF | Distributed: 2008-05-15 | Word Count: 344 | Page Views: 1890 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 2.73 What do Mel Gibson and the flower industry have in common? Legal woes. One July 28, 2006 Mel Gibson was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. And, to make matters worse, he landed himself in the public eye for spewing a tirade of anti-Semitic remarks. Although the legal woes of the floral industry aren't quite as dark, they are fraught with tension and resulted in a year's worth of legal proceedings.
193	Organizational Leadership Report On Increasing Business Productivity Written by: Sharif Khan | Distributed: 2007-03-21 | Word Count: 1294 | Page Views: 1972 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 2.73 Organizational Leadership change management book report/executive summary on increasing business productivity by creating a heroic work environment.
194	Why Your Customers Lie To You Written by: Mark Silver | Distributed: 2008-06-17 | Word Count: 829 | Page Views: 1229 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 2.71 In 1985 the Coca Cola Corporation spent gobs on the best marketing research money could buy, and asked thousands of people their opinion. Armed with overwhelming statistics, and clear answers from a huge number of people, they launched New Coke. $4,000,000 down the drain.
195	Super Bowl Marketing: How To Market Your Business by the Month Written by: Tammy M. Ratcliff | Distributed: 2008-01-02 | Word Count: 1320 | Page Views: 1597 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 2.71 Marketing your business can be as easy as looking at a 12-month calendar. There is some kind of holiday or sporting event during each month of the year. Even if the event has nothing to do with your field of expertise, you can still take advantage of it by using a little creativity. Below are some ideas to get you started.
196	Virtual Phone Service Companies Create The Ultimate Image For Small Businesses Written by: Ingrid Stenquist | Distributed: 2007-04-16 | Word Count: 712 | Page Views: 715 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 2.71 The image of a virtual office phone service company is integral for gaining new and retaining old clients. All that is needed in order to install the VOIP system is a regular PC, the proper software systems, and a headset for making outgoing calls. These forms of phone service companies are an easier alternative for small home-owned businesses to add on more customers and sculpt out their growing endeavors.
197	Three Steps To Success Anyone Can Duplicate Written by: Clinton Douglas IV | Distributed: 2007-10-09 | Word Count: 1289 | Page Views: 1512 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 2.71 Success means different things to different people. Whatever your definition of success, this article will help you realize your goals.
198	The Tea Room Business Plan – Mission, Strategy and Tactics Written by: Marcus Stout | Distributed: 2007-06-30 | Word Count: 528 | Page Views: 2690 | Votes: 14 | Rating: 2.71 Since the tea room is a relatively simple small business, an elaborate mission statement is overkill. The entrepreneur should decide the reason for the business and what goals the business should accomplish.
199	Answering the Question: What Makes You So Great? Written by: Judy Murdoch | Distributed: 2009-09-03 | Word Count: 946 | Page Views: 937 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 2.71 The other day I was discussing marketing options with a client and she said something which took me completely by surprise. "Well, I guess I could be shameless and promote myself more when I'm doing a presentation but it's not like I have anything special or interesting to say..." I was surprised because this woman has singlehandedly built a very successful consulting practice and works with an impressive roster of Fortune 100 companies.
200	19 Rules For Writing Killer Headlines Written by: Dan Lok | Distributed: 2006-05-12 | Word Count: 436 | Page Views: 1204 | Votes: 16 | Rating: 2.69 Following are 19 rules you can use to write headlines that will reach out and force the prospect to read your website and sales letter.