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Prospecting for More Sales in a Bad Economy
A poor economy has too often become an excuse for poor performance of many businesses. While the current economic situation is a contributing factor, many of these businesses can perform much better. Most businesses in the U.S. are small and have sales that equal less than 1% market share. If your business has less than one percent of market share, it should be able to grow in any economy. One hidden area in which to find more sales is right under your own roof. According to “Baseline Selling” by Dave Kurlan, 60% of all sales people are not prospecting consistently, and 50% of all sales people won’t prospect. Combine those figures with the fact that 60% of all sales people suffer from the habit of making excuses, and I think we have uncovered one of the secrets to bringing more sales to your top line.

Stay Focused on Your Dreams
When you’re up to your ass in alligators, it’s hard to remember that your initial objective was to drain the swamp!”

Managing Through Challenging Times
Tips to manage through this economy
Staying Current and Adjusting in the Retail Business
In the not too long ago past there were three main sources of live news; TV, newspaper and the radio. This older format allowed people to either look at or not look at what was being presented by the media. Nowadays, there are countless sources of live news, thanks to the Internet. So, with so many sources of news, I select only the subject matter I am interested in and sources that I find to be accurate; hence "selectively". It is obvious that we are in an economic crisis, which is old news. But it wasn't old news back in September or October of 2008. I knew that the economy was being steered into a storm, like nothing I had ever seen before.

From Our Q&A “Can I deduct my Gun”
I have a question: Given the current economic situation and a concomitant rise in burglaries/ crime/ office break-ins... ...if I were to purchase a Wilson Combat .45 caliber piece of Dental equipment for my office ($3000), would said piece of equipment be deductible, and to what extent? I'm former military, concealed carry licensed, etc. Thank You for your consideration of this matter, Dr _________________
Sales Essentials: Rev Up Your Sales Engine
Ladies and gentlemen, start your sales engines! The current economic situation may be bleak but improving your core sales skills and competencies will help you to accelerate ahead of the pack and come out ahead at the finish line.

Rolling Over Your 401k without Penalty
Many people who want to open their own business don't think it would be possible because of the huge start-up cost and their lack of money. Well here is the idea of rolling over your 401k as your investment, without penalty, to start your own franchise. This offers hope to people who have wanted to work for themselves but never thought it possible.
Recession-Proof your Mind (Part 1)
What is a recession? Does it really mean that times will be tough for the entrepreneur? Learn the secrets to profiting during economic tough times when you recession proof your mind.
Maintaining Yesterday vs Creating Tomorrow
John F. Kennedy once said that the best time to repair the roof is when the sun is still shining. That is a luxury we do not have right now. Instead we must proactively confront our fear of change. Embrace it. Learn to be comfortable with it.
Dwindling Cash Flow is a Big Problem
Business owners today are tapping into whatever available cash reserves they have. This is not always the best thing to do but they might not have an option. Survival is the primary reason entrepreneurs are using their cash reserves. It is vital to stay afloat and be able to come through our current economic situation that is affecting many.
Personal Finance Articles: How Changing Your Mind About Your Personal Finance WILL Change The State Of Your Wallet
Many personal finance articles have been written on the issue of money. Can’t say I have been moved to action by many. First I’d like to say it is ok that you feel down about the current situation about your personal finances. I give you permission to feel your feeling for the next 24 hours and then pull yourself by your boot straps and let’s what we can do. There exist many a definition, I want to share with you my personal finance definition:
Leave the Island of Ain’t It Awful to Increase Sales
Are you stranded on the Island of Ain’t It Awful and do not know it? Read how by leaving this island you can quickly increase sales
How to Shape Up the Inventory when you have 5000+ SKU’s
The goal: NO EXCESS INVENTORY These days, independent retailers cannot afford one piece of excess inventory. Storage costs, insurance, pilferage, damage, depreciation, taxes and interest on loans add up to 30 percent annually to the cost of the goods you carry. Because those costs continue to rise, tight inventory control is still one of the best investments you can make - especially during the buying season.
Top Job Hunting Tips Secrets From A Headhunter
How To Get Re-Engaged In Employment Within 90 Days Losing your job is a stressful situation and it can have an impact on the entire family unit depending on the circumstances. We are currently living in unprecendented economic conditions, and unemployment is on the rise. In many instances, very senior executives are for the first time faced with job uncertainty and many are having to proactively look for a new job and career. Many of my colleagues in the Banking, Finance & Property sectors have been affected, but this is just tip of the iceberg. So let me share with you some of my insights on what you need to do to get re-engaged in meaningful employment within 90 days.

Green Building Is Up While Rest of Building Market is Down
An autumn 2008 study by McGraw-Hill Construction in partnership with the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) in the USA shows fourty percent of builders find "building green" makes it easier to market in a down economy; 16% find it makes it much easier.

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Crystal Ball
Today’s economic situation is new to all of us, and the size and complexity of the modern problem may seem to diminish what we have learned and practiced for years. Let’s apply what we know, perform the basics, and at the same time pay attention to current events, trends and indicators. Read your own crystal ball, establish what you believe will occur, and act accordingly.

Sales Essentials: Rev Up Your Sales Engine
Ladies and gentlemen, start your sales engines! The current economic situation may be bleak but improving your core sales skills and competencies will help you to accelerate ahead of the pack and come out ahead at the finish line.

Guide To Start Your Home Based Business
There are so many reasons why people start their own home based business,and especially with the current economic situation.Things are very hard,they are uncertain ,people always look for alternatives to jobs.
The Power of Advertising Proven During the Great Depression
There is an adage, that says out of every tragedy comes an enterprise. This was very convincingly demonstrated in the years of the Great Depression. As the nation was in a very bleak economic situation. Some of the titans of business sought to take a very simple approach to the severe economic and social conditions. That was to act as thought nothing was wrong at all. To continue to advertise to their customers who were in the worst economic situation to date. This or course mirrors the current economic crisis the world is going through. It was W.K. Kellogg who took he risk to increase his advertising to his customers. While his rival C.W. Post took the conservative road and scaled back on advertising.
Successful People Use Tough Times to Position Themselves for Better Things to Come
Successful people don't let the current economic situation derail their promotion plans. They spring into action to get the promotion they want and deserve. If you want to get a promotion in these times, begin by upping the ante when it comes to your performance. Put more time and effort into your current job. Go from good to great. Build your brand and your network within your company. Take a lateral move. Volunteer for tough assignments. Most of all commit to taking personal responsibility for your life and career.
Reinventing Yourself After
Career expert, author and VocationVacations founder, Brian Kurth, offers up his advice for 50-year old+ career reinvention for those who are retiring but not ready to simply hit the golf links or sit on the beach...or are forced to work a bit longer due to the current economic situation.
Social media: Risk and regulation in the financial service industry
What does is the current situation for financial services brands when it comes to risk and regulation and what will be the situation in the future?
Becoming Happily Discontented
To begin a journey of improvement in all areas of your life you must first accept your current situation. Please note: ACCEPTANCE not RESIGNATION. To resign yourself to your current situation means that you have determined that there is no hope for improvement. To accept it means that you acknowledge that this is your starting point.

Some Things Are Easier For Your Business in a Recession
If your business is feeling the impact of the economic downturn, think differently about how you could take advantage of the current economic circumstances. Some things are definitely more challenging, but others might actually be easier in these tough economic times.
Howling Dog
If you have made a poor choice of employment do something about it. For your own peace of mind do something! Anything is better than remaining in an unpleasnt situation. It is, of course, a different story if your current employment is necessary because of the economic situation. there is not much that can be done about this in the short term. You may have to put up with employment that you would not normally choose or which is possibly unpleasant. Internalise the fact that this is a temporary situation.

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