Every year I've been in business for myself online has been better than the previous one. Recently, I decided to create an "Apprentice" program (Yes, even before Trump) and I was extremely pleased that we had nearly 100% of my Apprentices get an online venture up and running.I've gone back and thought about their projects and how they developed and I came to a striking conclusion that will be worth a lot of money to you this year if you heed it....more
Whether it's your first time buying a home or not, you should familiarize yourself with the whole mortgage process. Numerous mortgage lenders will assist you in the process of acquiring a pre-qualified and pre-approved home buying application. Of course, your mortgage qualifications will be required by your agent to strengthen your deal in finding and buying a home.Here are some things to consider when buying a home.- MoneyBefore buying a home,...more
Have you ever wondered if your finances look as good as they should? Do you have a nagging sense of uneasiness that things aren't as firm as they could be? Have you recently overindulged and are trying to work off some extra weight? If so, it's time to stop, take a deep breath, look in the mirror and decide to make the most of your God given financial resources. Don't beat yourself up. Making positive changes can be as simple and enjoyable as watching your favorite TV show.Hope and FaithSignificant declines in the stock market have left some wondering if there is still hope for their future and others praying for an investment miracle. With the dust of corporate collapse and fraud still lingering in the air, the challenge is to know who to trust and where to place your faith. Over 400,000 people in the United States call themselves financial advisors of some sort. There is no shortage of bad apples offering up pies of bad advice. Investing can be a complex activity and a daunting task if left on your own. Turning to an advisor for advice and guidance can be a great idea, but don't let your faith be blind. Does your advisor only call you when she wants to sell you something? Did all...more
Publicity is valuable to the livelihood of a business. Yet, some business owners hesitate to market their company through a press release. Instead, they rely on 'word-of-mouth'. But if your market is in the virtual marketplace, word-of-mouth doesn't work as effectively. Perhaps, most online business owners don't know where to begin in...more
Although we never truly like to grow up, at some point in our lives we will have to start planning for the future. Why not start now by taking a moment to plan out where you want to be in 5 or 10 years. One of the best times to plan for career progression is during your job search.Most people have a tendency to look at the salary they are making...more
* Prospective customers * Clients * Referrals * Recruiting key employees * Developing businesses partners, vendors, suppliers and the likeBusiness encourages golf as a natural side for networking and to develop relationships. Corporate America spends billions of dollars and thousands of hours on business golf as it's no.1 pastime today. I've heard about many big business deals done at the golfing range and I don't see that changing anytime soon. It's a sport that's enjoyed all over the world and it's definitely not a cheap sport to get into. You got your clubs and your entry fee which could cost you the amount of a new car depending on where you play. It's not a sport for the poor and that is probably the appeal for business men or women because one must be serious about the game if they want to get anywhere.Be on your best behavior when playing with a client. Business golf can be a very lucrative initiative for companies today, but it can also wreck a big deal if not handled properly. Your attitude on the golf course and your reaction to how you are playing may cause a client to lose respect for you, and that may keep you from closing a deal. Don't force the business discussion....more
Choosing the proper sealer for the job at hand is essential. Choose the wrong one and your packaging operations will grind to a halt.What you're sealing and how many need to be done per day or per hour will be the determining factors in the sealer...more
If you are looking to refinance your mortgage but believe you will be unable to because your credit may be challenged by late payments, bankruptcy, charge off's, or unpaid medical bills to name a few, don't worry, there is hope.There are literally...more
Use these New Years Organizing tips whether you have a file 'system' - or not!If your business end-year falls in June, just use these same tips in July.In January set up a Tax Box to hold all your 2005 tax documentation. Set up an archive box (for a...more
Just because you are not a writer, it doesn't mean that your business has to suffer. Instead of pulling out hairs over that business manual or press release you could outsource your project to a writing professional.What is outsourcing? Outsourcing...more
How does a small company or individual eBay seller who wants to get big one day do it? The answer is easy - they work hard to stand out from an already crowded field to have their product, service and name recognized before the others.This can be...more
If you are considering starting your own credit repair business, or you already own your own credit repair business, you mat have played with the idea of purchasing credit repair leads.Having your own credit repair business allows for you to obtain...more