The current environment is for traders only.We are starting to see indications things might be picking up. Sometimes, the "short term" bounce turns into the "long term" move. Sometimes it doesn't. So stay tuned. And check the hotline for updates, as it's updated every few days. It's a toll free call and available 24-7.Remember that the market is currently on defense, so the name of the game right now is... Principal Preservation!What's on my...more
Back in my retail days, we called it "the upsell". In direct sales and internet marketing, it falls under the heading of "follow-up", although in many guises it can be very similar to the retail "upsell". It's really an effective technique for increasing your income from almost any marketing effort.Most of us run into it in very common questions such as:Do you want cheese on that? Would you like to supersize your order? Would you like an...more
Have you been dreaming of getting out of the rat race and starting your own small business? If so, your dream has become a reality for thousands of people across the U.S.New small business owners often have similar questions such as Will I be successful? Do I need a mentor? What help is available? What will this cost me?The fact of the matter is, those who are successful in starting their small business have carefully planned for each phase of their business's life. There are definite steps potential entrepreneurs should follow to increase their chance of success. Here are 3 tips to assist them in this process:Tip #1: Decide on your potential business. Ask questions such as:1. Is there is a marketplace?2. Can a profit be made?3. How much competition is currently in the specific market place?Tip #2: Do careful research. This is highly important and can prevent potential small business owners from making costly mistakes. Some basic questions to ask are:1. What niche or void will my business fill?2. What services or products will be sold?3. Is my idea practical, and will it fill a need?4. Can a demand be created for the business?Once the potential small business owner has determined...more
Homeowner loans are a type of loan that offers the lender increased security. The lender gives the homeowner money and receives property as collateral. It is called a homeowner loan because it is often used by homeowners and the property offered as collateral is oftentimes the home. If a homeowner loan is not paid off, the lender can seize the...more
It's not just commercials on television and radio that need actors to read information off-camera. There are a myriad of ways to use voice to educate, inform, guide, entertain, and, of course, sell. Places where you can use voice over talent include PowerPoint presentations, training videos, eLearning courses, flash introductions, voice mail...more
Are you satisfied with your salary? You would be an exception, if you answered this question with yes. A survey among bank employees has shown that they are not satisfied with their salaries. They find that they should earn more money for their work. Do you know that the bank employees are the best paid category of employees worldwide?What is the conclusion of this survey? Everybody does not earn enough money, if even the bank employees do not.Why Is Your Income Too Low?There are a lot of reasons why the people are not satisfied with their earnings, income, wages or whatever you want call it. Many people work for industries on traditionally low wages and profitability. It is well known that most of the small business owners struggle daily in order to survive. Only a small minority of the people make a great career. Only a few individuals make their way to the top of big companies, where great salaries along with juicy stock options are paid. Most of the people have to live on small salaries. A growing number of people has to spend more money than they can earn because the costs of living increase faster than the salaries. The span has grown rapidly between the high salaries for...more
Conducting a job search is a daunting task, even for seasoned professionals. There are many pieces to the puzzle, and each piece plays its own important role in the process. Knowing the pieces of the process is a crucial element for your...more
Businesses of all types are now exploring the benefits of using Interim Managers. What was once seen as the exclusive territory of large multi-national companies may turn out to be the saviour of the UK manufacturing sector.Paul Wilson, Managing...more
The past few years have seen some dramatic changes in parcel shipping methods. Most of those changes have been driven by impatience, manifested in what the industry calls "the shortening of the supply chain." It is an interesting phrase, summing up a...more
You've heard of the potential payoff from real estate investing. The good news is, it's true! The bad news is, it won't happen for most people. Why? They have unrealistic expectations. Real estate investing isn't a "get rich quick" endeavor, although...more
Being a 23 year old entrepreneur, I am slightly biased when I make the statement that the best time in life to start a business is before your 25th birthday. That said, I still think I make a great case for starting a business sooner than later...more