Archive for May, 2008
by Peter TerryThe entire procedure of bookkeeping is not only limited to the maintenance of records and lodging data entries, it is in fact a way to estimate the economic growth of any business organization. Hence it would not be wrong to state the fact that the development of every business oriented organization is directly […]
May 12th, 2008 | Posted in Small Business | No Comments
by Naz DaudIf you are looking to start a business using the franchising model, then there are certainly lots that you have to consider before hand. It’s also, probably, wise to consider consulting with a suitably qualified specialist. Franchising is a model used by many large businesses, including Subway and McDonald’s, which has inevitably […]
May 12th, 2008 | Posted in Entrepreneur | No Comments
by Hani MasgidiTechnology is what makes the world go round today. It is the factor for the exponential growth of markets, industries, companies, and products. Technology is what eases the lives of people, and, ironically, it is also what causes us considerable pain.
If you have ever broken a TV, a VCR, or if you have […]
May 12th, 2008 | Posted in Business | No Comments
by Adam BoultonResume is a document containing a summary highlighting the experiences and credentials and education usually written for the purpose of gaining an interview while seeking an employment. Since resume is the first thing that a potential employer encounters regarding the applicant, it carries a great significance.
A resume may be limited to one or […]
May 12th, 2008 | Posted in Careers | No Comments
by Jody GabourieWhen I worked in advertising and broadcast we always used to roll our eyes when the client would say, “I KNOW that this is the best TV program/radio station/magazine/newspaper to reach my customers.” This of course was usually based on their own viewing, reading and listening habits and not on any […]
May 12th, 2008 | Posted in Marketing | No Comments
by carl san gasparA stream of postcard printing technologies and custom printing options has emerged in recent years. The use and features of this century-old print medium received face-lifts, which allowed people to reinvent and experiment on postcards. Coupled with new offerings in mailing schemes, such as direct mailing, postcards have gone […]
May 12th, 2008 | Posted in Advertising | No Comments
by Jonathan MacDON’T!
1. Three big no-nos on MySpace: Do not obscure the MySpace ad banner (or feature your own ad banners), spam, or feature inappropriate content. Any of these will almost guarantee that your account gets deleted.
2. While we strongly encourage using your MySpace design to the maximum benefit, remember that MySpace monitors the level […]
May 12th, 2008 | Posted in Web Design | No Comments
by Sue CurrieSince launching my first book Apprentice to Business ACE, I have been consistently profiled in the media. It’s been a fantastic vehicle to raise my profile, enhance my credibility and build my brand. Just recently I was invited on to Sky Business News and had the opportunity to answer viewer’s questions on branding […]
May 12th, 2008 | Posted in Public Relations | No Comments
by Mike CloverIt looks like the government will be getting serious about credit card regulations. The Federal Reserve Board proposed rules to prohibit unfair practices regarding credit cards and overdraft services that would among other provisions, protect consumers from unexpected increases in the rate charged on pre-existing credit card balances.
Regulation AA (Unfair Acts or Practices)
The […]
May 12th, 2008 | Posted in Finance | No Comments
by Wendy MaynardOffer proof to your prospects. It’s not enough to say that you solve problems - you have to show that your customers are getting results from your business. Testimonials are one of the most powerful and cost effective selling tools you can implement in your arsenal of marketing. Why? Because you are offering […]
May 12th, 2008 | Posted in Marketing | No Comments
by Donald MitchellWhen Gundolf Schmidt was born in 1969, his parents and older brother lived with his maternal grandmother in Germany. Until Mr. Schmidt was six that family closeness continued: His father was busy building a home in his nearby hometown, and that’s a slow process . . . but a rewarding one.
Emulating […]
May 12th, 2008 | Posted in Careers | No Comments
by Gareth ParkinJames Mackintosh had said ”Whatever is popular deserves attention’. And we agree with him in the case of using promotional note pads as our brand advertising vehicles. These note pads are items of great use for everyone be it writing articles for a newspaper, making a random list for shopping, preparing a […]
May 12th, 2008 | Posted in Advertising | No Comments
by Joan CurtisWhether you run a small business or are a CEO in a major corporation, if you don’t speak up, you will not reach your full potential. Susan RoAne, in her landmark book, How to Work the Room tells us that 93 percent of people report that they are shy. This number […]
May 12th, 2008 | Posted in Speaking | No Comments
by Marsha FriedmanHere’s another 10 tips to help you capitalize on the valuable air-time when you appear as a television guest.
1. Use “Tips” as part of your segment! If your topic offers helpful advice then tips are a great way to communicate your message. Television producers want to provide their […]
May 12th, 2008 | Posted in Public Relations | No Comments
by kelly priceForex scalpers aim to make small regular profits and in time build this up to a large income. Forex scalping is very popular and here we are going to look at how not to lose your money at it.
The best way not to lose money is not to even try it - […]
May 12th, 2008 | Posted in Investments | No Comments
by Samuel Leslie BerkovitsIf you want to win at forex trading, you need to like the good football teams - play strong defence first. If you do, the offence will take care of itself and you could soon be making some huge gains and protecting what you have at all times.
Many traders do forex […]
May 12th, 2008 | Posted in Investments | No Comments
by Scott OliverWhile you might already know that your customer is always right ‘ and make steps to ensure that they know this too ‘ did you realize that your customer can also be your best advertisement? It’s easy to forget that customers interact with our businesses more personally than we ever will. […]
May 12th, 2008 | Posted in Advertising | No Comments
by Peter TerryOne of the most tedious, monotonous and time consuming work, which is an important aspect of any business is maintaining the books of accounts. It’s true that a business can never get desired success until its accounting section is not well managed. Whether the business is big or small, it has to maintain […]
May 12th, 2008 | Posted in Accounting | No Comments
by David HaslettOne of the few positive effects of the impending explosion of the retirement rolls as 77 million “Baby Boomers” approach the age of 65 can be found in the outlook for employment of Personal Financial Advisors. Few ‘Boomers’ have made adequate plans to extend their lifestyles beyond their working years and are in […]
May 12th, 2008 | Posted in Finance | No Comments
by Tom SmithHow many of you remember college? It seems like a while ago, but I can remember trying to balance school, studying, working and my social life. We were so busy during college but we had so much fun that it didn’t matter. If I had to adhere to that schedule […]
May 12th, 2008 | Posted in Business Opportunities | No Comments