Cardholders can sign up for the free program at their credit card company's website. When they want to make an online purchase, they receive a 16-digit number, randomly generated by the credit card company. This temporary credit card number can be used once or sometimes repeatedly at the same online store.virtual prepaid credit card numbers were initially designed for Internet shopping, but can be also used for purchases made over the phone as...more
Why? Because sooner or later, virtually all business, non-profit and association managers must alter individual perception leading to changed behaviors among their most important outside audiences. And they must help persuade those external publics to their way of thinking, then move them to take actions that allow the manager's department, group, division or subsidiary to succeed. Yes, all managers really DO need public relations. Which means,...more
A former associate recently emailed and requested a reference letter. Let me preface by saying, I like helping former coworkers, they are the best source for job and sales leads. Plus it is just nice to help out friends and coworkers - call it good karma. Here is how his request for a reference letter went:Hi,Hope you are good. Say, I am trying to get a new job at ABC and need a reference letter. Would you be so kind to put something together for me? You know, that I worked for you and what sort of job I did. It would be a big help.Thanks, I did not respond to this request for a reference letter and do not plan to. Why? Because I am a jerk? Hardly. Let's ask a few question. Former co-worker, how long has it been since we worked together? Spoke last? Seen each other? What have you been doing since? Been in prison? Run a Ponzi scheme? Been fired numerous times?How good of a job did you really do when we last worked together? Be honest. Do you feel confident in your past work to request a reference to me? Rather than criticize, here is a better way to get a reference letter from a former employer. First, pick a former coworker you actually knew - not the supervisor listed on an...more
Sure, you could measure the rather narrow results achieved by tactical subsets of your public relations program like special events, brochures, broadcast plugs or press releases. On the other hand, you as a business, non-profit or association manager might better measure the results of your strategic efforts to alter individual perception among...more
If you've ever read an article about eBay, you will have seen the kinds of incomes people make - it isn't unusual to hear of people making thousands of dollars per month on eBay.Next time you're on eBay, take a look at how many PowerSellers there are: you'll find quite a few. Now consider that every single one of one of them must be making at least...more
Many businesses, and families, are struggling within the framework of the present economy; however, some people are still finding new ways to "think outside the box." The economy is like the speed limit on the highway; some people stay the course, while others pull into the high-speed lane and give it all they've got. Now - I am not encouraging you to break the speed limit, but I am letting you know that you can surpass perceived economic barriers, even in a tough economy. How is this possible? It takes innovators to get out of an economic downturn. Whether you are thinking of a recession or depression, it requires creative thinking on all of our parts to get out of one. Apparently, the thinking is up to the private sector, for the moment, so what do we do? First of all, research your goal, find like-minded people, write your goals down, and go for it. This will require dedication and it won't happen in a day. If you have assembled a team, let everyone work with their strong points. Assess the strengths of an innovator in comparison to "the numbers person." We all have strengths and weaknesses, but we have to utilize the strong points for success. Even an independent thinker can...more
Would you make a good franchisee? This article seeks to help the potential franchisee identify their suitability working for themselves via a franchise or indeed a small business.An acronym I like to use in business is Riyot (REPENT IN YOUR OWN TIME)...more
Ever look into a window of a store only to be bored and underwhelmed? Excitement and interest are key components to the success of any retail display. The merchandise must certainly be interesting and inviting to get you into the store. However, the...more
Wouldn't it be great to get some good, affordable, reliable help, even though you work out of your home? But finding workers and figuring out where to meet or when to bring them into your home office can pose some difficult juggling, personal and...more
One of the cardinal rules of Forex trading is to keep your losses small. With small Forex trading losses, you can outlast those times the market moves against you, and be well positioned for when the trend turns around. The proven method to keeping...more
In this three article series, I`m going to guide you through the process I use to design a trading system using MetaStock. I'll cover the four major components that every successful trading system has in common, and then I'll show you how to code...more
The first point to mastering money management is that you have to understand when you're trading on the stock market is that you are playing the odds - but unlike many forms of gambling, you can make money. The key to making this money is to respect...more