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Keeping in Touch: How to Avoid Return to Sender
I've always been a big postcard sender and this vacation was no exception! Watching me write the cards, one of the friends with whom I was traveling, a woman in her 80's, mentioned how sad it is that she's lost contact with many of her friends over the past several years. She said she doesn't know if her friends are sick, have passed away, or moved, and she doesn't know how to find out.
No Fear of Referrals
People are often worried about being put in an uncomfortable situation in which someone they just met is asking them for a business referral -- particularly if their new acquaintance is a salesman asking for a referral to one of their friends who could be a potential client.

Think Rich - Don't Spend Money As If You Are Rich
Do you need to start changing the way you think about spending money? When you want something, you have to learn to ask 'how will I pay for this' - not 'which card has enough room on it for this'. It is a hard habit to break. Our brains are wired how we wired them - and if it's wired to use credit cards as an extension of your wealth, then it may take months to break the habit and dismiss the impulse to shop for something you cannot afford. Just stop, take a breath, and ask yourself 'How am I going to pay for this'. If it's not from passive income or portfolio income, it might be time to acquire some and then pay for the item. Start thinking like a rich person - not spending like you were a rich person.
Marketing Strategies: Do You Find It Easy or Difficult to "Toot Your Own Horn?"
Do you let shyness or fear get in the way of networking effectively in public? Learn how to assert yourself with confidence! This article gives you some great tips on how to toot your horn.
Why People Want to Punch Their MLM Network Marketing Business in the Face!
Are you getting results in your MLM network marketing business? Do you want to punch your MLM network marketing business in the face? If so, you are not alone. There are countless number of people failing online and in this article you will learn exactly why people feel that way and how to not fall into that 97% people who are failing in their business.

Two Women Entrepreneurs, Two Responses to Opportunity: How Each Jane May Answer When Opportunity Knocks
Every female entrepreneur dreams of opportunity, and every one will react differently when it arrives. When faced with a new prospect, how should business owners respond? What kinds of things should they consider? After the opportunity has presented itself and the considerations have been made, things will fall into place, one way or another.

How to Give A Killer Spotlight Speech
If you're a member of a networking organization, chances are that there is a wonderful opportunity for you to significantly raise your visibility in the group, and to become known, liked and trusted.

Tha Approval Trap Solution
If the approval trap is major stressor number 1 what can we do about it. Oliver shows us exactly what. READ ON
Keeping Online Customers Away From Your Compettition
Are you having trouble keeping the leads that you've worked so hard to get? Here are 6 simple steps to keep your customers for yourself.
Succeeding in a Challenging Economy
How do you succeed in a challenging economy? It's all in your perspective...
FSA Payments
Retail Pharmacies are facing upcoming regulation changes on accepting flexible spending account payments for approved merchandise. They need to be sure they're ready and using an approved system.
How to Maximize the Business Potential of Your Next Speech
Here are methods to get new clients to self-identify themselves after your next speech or presentation
#1 Reason Top Performers Leave
Survey results.
Successful ways of Effective Business Networking
In the business world networking is crucial. It is a means of gaining clients and referrals. Read this article for more information.
Collecting From Your Customers
Are You Letting Customers Off The Hook And They Owe You Money?? An old sales manager of mine taught me something years ago. It's pretty simple. He said: "It's not a sale until you're paid."

Leave your clients with an impression of amazement with your business card design for that superb very first meeting!
You may have that excellent look when attending a enterprise meeting! Best hair, excellent suit, best clothes, perfect shoes, all ideal! But does your Advertising weapon look best just like you? Ask your self! Perhaps there’s a need for a makeover of your business card.
The TACTIC Work the referral factory
The STORY: “What in the world are you doing?” asked Tim, seeing the thank you note cards spread out across Bob’s desk. “Giving thanks,” responded Bob, looking up, “that all of these fine folks have contributed to my monetary success.” “You’ve only made two sales this past week. How come so many Thank Yous?”

The 4 Keys to Referral Success
In summary, the four keys to referral success are to work with 12 or more centers of influence, implement a systematic way to stay in touch, differentiate yourself from everyone else, and build a connection with each center of influence.

Small Business Tips - Lucky Door Prizes & Competitions
Many small businesses use competitions and lucky door prizes as a way of generating leads or building their data base. But if done incorrectly you will end up losing customers and could even find yourself on the wrong side of the law. So how do you run lucky door prizes or competitions that are legal and get you brilliant results?

Hey - Are Your Sales And Marketing Materials Fridge Worthy?
When my friends come over to my house, the first place they head to is the fridge. And nooooo - it isn't for the food either! (although I AM a fabulous cook) They are STARING at all the cool quotes, cards, offers and important things or people that I want to remember and have in my radar. All attached with a fabulous magnet of course. (REALLY - it's a position of honor!) And people LOVE looking at it! I often advise my clients that ANY sales and marketing materials they're creating had better be FRIDGE WORTHY. (or puh-lease - DON'T show them to me)

Small Business Tips: Turning Words Into Deeds
Deed is just another name for action. First you need to ensure you have thought and imagined the foundations of your business – getting clear on your products, services and customers. Next you need to have "inked" these thoughts into plans, brochures, web sites and copy. Finally you need to take action. Action is where you put your energy behind your thoughts. There are many sayings around the importance of action "You miss 100% of all shots you fail to take", "You've got to be in it to win it" and "The journey of 1000 miles begins with just one step" are a few of my favourites.

Your Questions Determine Your Success
Allocate resources so your most important projects get your best efforts. Do the most important things when you are awake, rested, focused and eager. Arrange you budget so there is enough money, enough time, and enough "space". First things deserve the very best of your key resources!
Time to Break Some Rules
Some rules are made to be broken. Here are the rules that I’ve broken that have helped my selling.

Helpful Clues to Build Rapport
If you truly want to have a thriving book of business, you need to understand people and have them connect with you. Study the traits of the four social styles (Analytical, Commander, Expressive, Stabilizer). Practice picking up clues from prospect’s clothing, body language, surroundings, and speech
Networking Not Once, Not Twice, But Constantly
Networking can happen both online and offline and, in fact, I believe it’s important that both are carried out equally. We may operate virtual businesses but clients can still be found locally and quite close to where you live and work. Why ignore this potential client base?
Like a Rolling Stone - Andy Lopata interviews London's Queen of Networking
This article is reproduced with the kind permission of The National Networker - http://www.thenationalnetworker.com Carole Stone is a former BBC Producer who boasts over 33,000 names on her database. How does she keep in touch with them all and what do you have to do to get to the top of her list? Andy Lopata met Carole to find out.
Apprentice - What an utter shambles
Be warned – this posting reveals who has been ‘fired’ from the sixth episode and the rest of the post is only my observation and opinion based upon 60 minutes of edited TV, nothing more.
Can Attitude Change Your Reality?
I’ve observed that negative people often adopt a defeatist mindset, taking on the role of a victim, while positive people often adopt a solution-oriented mindset and set about creating their own opportunities.
EVERYONES IN SALES
So you’ve decided to start your own home-based business—congratulations! Welcome to the world of selling. “What?” you ask, “I just want to do my work. I don’t want to be in sales!” Ah, there’s the rub....
Tracking Postcard Campaign Results
You have painstakingly designed your postcards with attention grabbing photos, imagery and headline. You believe you have selected the best mailing list for your target audience. After all this careful planning, how will you know if your campaign is successful?
10 Business Card Blunders That Hurt Business
You don’t have to spend a fortune to have a business card that gets your phone ringing because more often than not, it’s the “little things” that make or break its attractor factor. Avoid these 10 simple business card blunders and turn those lost calls into valuable leads and referral sources.
VISA’s Victory: How Hock Took VISA to the Top
When Hock arrived on the scene, the credit industry was collapsing right before his eyes. As banks raced to respond to the increasing demand, they found themselves out of their depths. Masses of people were being given pre-approved cards, including even children, pets and convicted felons – any lists of people that the banks could find. Fraud was rampant. Hock knew something had to change or the entire industry would soon give out.

Follow up Sales Effectiveness
After sales customer follow up and prospect follow up are important to top salespeople success. You don’t have to be pushy, don’t have to forget and you don’t have to be hit or miss.
Landing That First Franchisee
For businesses wanting to get into franchising, finding the right first franchisee can feel like getting married. You've got to make sure your goals are compatible and that you like and respect each other. There are several other things that you should look for as well to make sure that you're in a long-term relationship

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Always Have a Winning Hand!
Think about a deck of cards when it comes to networking. Using the analogy of a full deck it is easy to recognize that there are plenty of ways to win. Effective networking is much easier when you play by a recognized set of rules. One of the most important rules of any game is that you have to use a little strategy. You don’t just show up, and expect to win. You need to think about the kind of cards you have to play, and what you really want to accomplish at the event. As a networking expert, I know the value of playing my cards in sequence. I also know that sometimes I have to play off, in order to stay in the game. Winning often isn’t about the cards I hold in my hand, rather how they fit with the cards others hold.
Credit Cards Merchant Accounts and Your Bottomline
The decision to accept credit cards is a wise one for any retailer. I agree with financial guru Dave Ramsey's teachings regarding the use and abuse of credit cards. Many people dig deep holes with credit cards that are hard to climb out of. But, from a practical business point of view, any retail business that does not accept credit cards is leaving money on the table.
The History of Business Cards: Four Centuries of Introductions
Today business cards are so ubiquitous that in some countries they are traded with no formality or consequence, serving as nothing more than an internationally recognized way to exchange contact information or a handy bit of paper on which to jot a note. In other nations, however, particularly in Asia, the cards are regarded as an extension of the individual to be treated with honor and respect. The exchange of cards is attended with great ritual and a breech of protocol can give serious offense. How did a simple card, 3.370 x 2.125 inches come to play such a central role in the business cultural of the world? Depending on the sources consulted, the cards may actually have originated in China in the 15th century.
Credit Card Processing 101
Accepting credit cards offers an array of advantages to companies: Reduced administrative cost, improved cash flow, quicker access to funds, the image of a modern, innovative company, etc. Consumers also like using credit cards as a form of payment because it is a simpler and safer method, no hassles with cash or delayed payments as with billing. Accepting credit cards can be a big decision for some businesses. For others, accepting credit cards can be their most widely used form of payment, including cash! The following guide will assist you with moving your business into the world of electronic payments. Accepting credit cards should be an easy decision once all the facts have been clearly defined.
Custom Gift Card Programs for Businesses
Nowadays, some merchant service providers are able to provide your business with the ability to create and sell custom gift cards. These custom gift cards are designed by the business owner and often depict your business logo or some other graphical representation of your business. The cards are used by consumers to make purchases at your establishment and consumers appreciate the flexibility they provide as they do not need to carry cash or credit cards to shop at your business. Custom gift cards are a relatively easy and affordable way to expand your brand awareness and customer loyalty.

Business Card Marketing
Do you have a box of business cards on your desk that you hardly seem to put a dent in before the information changes and a new box is ordered? Or worse yet...are you still working on that same box of business cards that you printed 3 years ago! Business cards can be a great inexpensive marketing tool for a small business. They say exactly what you do and give people all the contact information they need to get a hold of you. Yet oddly enough we tend to use them only for networking, and even then, we aren't really sure if people are holding on to them.

SquareUp Allows Anyone with an iPhone to Accept Credit Cards
Accepting credit cards is a great way to ensure that your business has ample opportunity to make decent revenue on a consistent basis, but sometimes being approved to be able to accept credit cards is a whole other story; enter SqaureUp. SquareUp was born out of the need of one of its founders to be able to accept credit cards as there was no other way for his small business to do so. Now anyone with an iPad can accept credit cards and the application is coming soon to the iPhone, iPod Touch, Android, and even laptops.
Business Networking - Old vs New Paradigm
The old paradigm of networking is to show up at a community mixer or professional meeting with your business cards, shake some hands, aggressively pass out your business cards to everyone in sight, collect business cards along the way, and pontificate about your wonderful products or services. The goal of the old paradigm was to get in front of as many people as possible because, eventually, someone would realize that they need your product or service.
Credit Card comparison
Below is chart comparing some of the most popular credit cards, showing the true spending needed to obtain a free trip to Paris. Other cards and comparisons to come shortly.
Personal Branding: Make Your Business Card Stand Out
Most businesspeople are inundated with business cards. The challenge becomes, from a personal branding standpoint, how do you make your cards stand out from the rest?
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