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1001. | A Call to Action by Kingston Amadan
Because of a recent boom in business, my company needed to update our office phone system. We had a very nice system in place already, but our business had tripled within a matter of months. Since we rely on phone orders for the vast majority ...
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1002. | The Voice of Reason by Kingston Amadan
In my position as an investment portflio manager, I often have to make phone calls to other departments in the financial organization I work for. Several months ago, I placed a phone call to our accounting department, which is located ...
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1003. | Book Review: THE BARON SON (National Bestseller) by Buck Bradley
THE BARON SON: VADE MECUM 7
By Vicky Therese Davis, William R. Patterson, and D. Marques Patton
Long & Silverman Publishing, Inc.
ISBN - 159575375
Today it seems nearly impossible to open a newspaper without finding ...
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1004. | Increase Profits on eBay by using Drop Shippers by Jason Cooper
You might already be one of the many eBay business owners earning a living online with eBay. While most people are working that nine to five job everyday, you're living the dream of self employment ...
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1005. | How to Obtain Grants for Your Child Day Care Center by David Chandler
Today childcare centers are gaining importance as a profitable business. Many people are seeking advice to obtain grants to start their own childcare center, expand their program, or upgrade their facilities.
One way to locate financing for your childcare business is to:
Check ...
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1006. | Equipment Leasing or Purchase? - A Common Problem by David Shephard
For many businesses today the question of whether to buy or lease equipment is not an easy question to answer. Businesses with older management teams tend to follow a traditional line and steer clear of what they see as 'getting into debt', preferring to wait until they ...
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1007. | Hold That Hold...Please! by Kingston Amadan
It never fails. Whether ordering a pizza or making a doctor's appointment, I hear it almost every time. "Can I put you on hold?", they ask. Before I have a chance to even answer...I am ...
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1008. | Death, Taxes and the Non-Automated Phone Systems. by Kingston Amadan
There are only three things I am certain of in life. The first is that we will all eventually die. The second is that if you earn money, you will inevitably end up paying taxes at some point. The third is that I will get at least five phone calls ...
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1009. | Streamlining Customer Interaction for Business Success. by Kingston Amadan
Whether on the phone placing an order or in the checkout line, people hate to wait. Rarely am I physically present to make a purchase in a place of business where the facilities are not optimized for fast service. In those cases, it is often ...
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1010. | Using Your Business Plan by Matt Bacak
Once you have completed developing and writing your business plan, do not file it away! This important document should be kept in an auspicious place where you can see it daily. Many business owners choose to highlight certain sections of their ...
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1011. | Understanding Employee Taxes by Matt Bacak
Employee taxes can be one of the most difficult to understand areas of running a business and hiring employees. If you don't understand all of the complexities involving employee payroll tax, it can also get you into a heap of trouble.
The ...
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1012. | Office Phone Systems in the Modern Age by Kingston Amadan
Office phone systems have long been the most integral part of customer relations in the business landscape. Despite a surge in E-commerce over the last decade, phones are still the number one medium of communication ...
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1013. | The Importance of a Modernized Phone System in Today's Business World by Kingston Amadan
The importance of a modernized phone system should never be underestimated in today's business world. Lost calls due to insufficient lines and equipment can quickly turn into lost revenue for companies who do business over the phone. The ...
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1014. | Identity. Can it really be packaged? by Giselle Rondon
Individuality¡ Uniqueness¡ Identification. "This above all: to
thine own self be true".
What do all of the above have in common? They all translate
into the meaning of 'identity'. Without it, we have no
representation of our ...
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1015. | 14 Ways to Double Your Profits NOW by Joseph Gelb
In our business experience, we have discovered three (3) principles that can help you channel your efforts to boost your profits:
1. It can be Very tough to find new customers;
2. Your ...
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1016. | Attract Clients With Your Business Card by Bill Lampton Ph.D.
Let's say you attend a business function. You meet a top tier prospect, and give her your card. Twenty other people do the same thing. So what will make your card stand out from the collected stack?
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1017. | Apartment Financing by Adam Smith
Are you sitting on a pile of cash and fresh out of ways to increase your wealth even more? Are you wealthy enough that you have become bored with your job and need something new in your life to bring the excitement back? If you ...
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1018. | Become a Commercial Lender by Adam Smith
Looking for a new finance related job? Have you ever considered the lending industry? With the economy making steady gains, now is a great time to become a commercial lender and diving into commercial lending. Besides the competitive base salary you ...
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1019. | Sell Like Crazy On eBay™ This Christmas by Steve Shannon
Serious eBay™ sellers are faced with the same dilemma each Christmas shopping season. "What should I spend my valuable resources promoting this year that will give me the greatest return?"
The obvious answer to this ...
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1020. | Trade Shows by Matt Bacak
Trade shows show promise as a "golden" marketing opportunity. Many business owners are stepping outside of the traditional box and investing in portable signage. Talking one-on-one with potential buyers provides an immediate gratification that is empowering. The trade show makes ...
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1021. | Signage for Your Business by Matt Bacak
Outdoor signage compels the consumers to enter your place of business. Utilizing tasteful designs, color, lightening your signage will have a direct affect on human emotions. Human emotion is what compels most of us to react or engage. Applying visual graphics and wording in your outdoor signage will create ...
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1022. | Should I Hire an Employee or a Contractor? by Matt Bacak
Are you confused about whether you should hire a contractor vs employee? If so, you're not alone. Knowing when it's time to hire a contractor instead of an employee is one of the most confusing aspects of employment for many businesses. Below we have provided some tips to help ...
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1023. | Personal vs. Business by Matt Bacak
Many business owners agree that starting a small business will involve the personal finances of the owner, even though the business may be formally regarded as separate entities. This is probably due to the fact that the business ...
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1024. | Payroll Taxes by Matt Bacak
If you have employees, you are responsible for payroll taxes. This is a term that lumps all the different forms of employment taxes into one category known as "payroll tax". In reality, payroll taxes encompass Federal and state income tax withholding, social security and Medicare taxes (also known as FICA), ...
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1025. | Tips on Making your Way through the Murky Waters of Obtaining a Business License by Matt Bacak
While there are many duties and tasks to fill your hours and days when starting a business, one of the most important tasks that should be handled early on is to obtain a business license or business permit. Unfortunately, many people overlook this necessity and end up getting in ...
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1026. | Cell Phone IQ Tests by Michael Rad
IQ tests provide us with a fascinating view of ourselves and are frequently used to determine the potential of children and adults in various environments.
Most IQ (or Intelligence Quotient) tests are used ...
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1027. | Unsecured Business Loans by Steve
"Unsecured Business Loans
Unsecured business loans can solve your problem of financial crunch while starting a new business or expanding an existing one. Many loan-promoting agencies like anycredithistory arrange unsecured business loans without mortgaging any security or collateral against business ...
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1028. | Cheap Unsecured Personal Loan by Steve
"Cheap Unsecured Personal Loan
Cheap unsecured personal loan can be defined as a loan, which is given to any borrower by any lender agency on lower APR (Annual Percentage Rate). The rate of interest for cheap unsecured ...
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1029. | Preventive Maintenance Software Companies by Jennifer Bailey
Several software companies design programs for preventive maintenance. Most of the preventive maintenance software companies produce programs for facilities and businesses. Because many programs are adaptable, they can be used for different types of facilities. Some of the best know preventive maintenance software companies are ...
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1030. | Your Business Needs Its Own Memorable Slogan to Make Your Ads, Website and Yellow Pages Stand Out by Lynella Grant
Copyright 2005 Off the Page
Your Slogan is the "Headline" for Your Business
Tell people in a short phrase or sentence what you want them to know or remember about your business. The best ones conjure up a strong mental image, that will be forever linked with you ...
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1031. | CPAs vs. Non-Certified Accountants - Clearing Up The Confusion by John Day
I wish I had a nickel for every time someone asked me what the difference is between CPAs and non-certified accountants. Essentially, non-certified accountants can simply hang up their shingle and open their doors for business. There are no ...
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1032. | Auction - May The Best Bidder Win by Sintilia Miecevole
An auction means a public sale of properties or objects that are sold to the highest bidder. There are a whole lot of things that can be put to auction. There are auctions that are held under various categories such ...
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1033. | Unleash Your Lead Generation Machine by John Jantsch
Copyright 2005 John Jantsch
Lead generation is a funny thing. It's the lifeblood of any growing business, yet many approach it in a casual manner at best.
Consistently generating leads for your business takes momentum and momentum ...
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1034. | Retailing with Books a Million by Adam Smith
For the aspiring author, it is important to be familiar with potential publishers as well as the distribution channel they can offer. Eventually, much of the success of your book will fall on the quality of the publisher and their ability to push the book ...
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1035. | The Expert Advantage: Why It Pays to Establish Yourself as an Expert by Kelly ONeil
Copyright 2005 UpLevel Strategies
Have you ever felt a jolt of envy to see a competitor – or even a friend – grinning up at you from a newspaper or trade publication?
It kills you, doesn't it?
And ...
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1036. | Buying A Business - 10 Important Items You Need To Know by Peter Siegel
80% of all business buyers never end up buying a business! Many factors contribute to this statistic, but by following the points below, you should be successful in locating and buying a business that interests you and completing the transaction!
Know The Types/Sizes/Locations Of Businesses You Want To Buy ...
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1037. | Female Mannequins: An Overview by Jimmy Sturo
Female mannequins are very common in clothing stores. They are often found throughout the store, from the front window where they display the store's latest and greatest fashions, to all other sections that featuring women's clothing. There are many types of female ...
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1038. | Unconventional Home Business Financing Alternatives by Kevin Erickson
While unconventional financing can cost you money in the long run, it does allow you to avoid borrowing money as a loan that needs to be paid back... whether or not your business makes a profit. With the alternative financing options ...
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1039. | Marketing Research by Matt Bacak
Market research is the collection and analysis of information regarding consumers (potential customers), competitors (same business type), and the effectiveness of marketing programs (i.e. direct mail marketing, newsletters, signage, etcetera). It's an act of action before leaping into a business, and an educated move that determines the feasibility of ...
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1040. | Local Taxes by Matt Bacak
Local taxes are an even further extension of the federal income tax withholding, just on the local level. Businesses that operate in a particular state will generally be able to access information their particular locality through their ...
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1041. | International Trade by Matt Bacak
If you operate a small business, you may feel that your income potential is quite limited. However, you can increase and diversify your income through international trade.
1. Importing
Retail store owners can find additional products to sell from foreign manufacturers, distributors, and other suppliers.
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1042. | Finding Employees by Matt Bacak
The process of finding the right employee is a daunting task for many employers who are unsure how to go about the task, or even where to begin. Fortunately, there are a number of services and methods available that can make an employee ...
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1043. | Stop Looking For A Job And Start A Business by Matt Bacak
You are equally as frustrated with phoning the HR departments of Companies that you know could use someone with your skills, only to be told, "We are not hiring right now, could you call back in six ...
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1044. | Financing Basics by Matt Bacak
The term financing is commonly used to explain the acquisition of loans from banks or other financial institutions. Financing is usually provided to business owners, either to be utilized as start-up capital or to support an ...
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1045. | State Taxes by Matt Bacak
Small businesses owners are dependent upon each state for their liability when it comes to payroll taxes for their state of operation. Each state varies, and there are even some states that do not withhold state tax and require no state income tax filing. Each state requires that ...
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1046. | Federal Income Tax by Matt Bacak
Federal income tax is withheld from the pay of almost all employees. Employee pay is inclusive of salaries and wages, bonuses, commissions, and vacation allowances. It is the responsibility of the employer to provide the employee with a ...
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1047. | Estimating Costs by Matt Bacak
How much financing do you need for your company? What is the repayment period that you intend to work with? These questions need to be answered in order to determine the amount of financing to be obtained. In order to ...
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1048. | Perception is Real; Reality is Not by Daniel Sitter
Copyright 2005 Daniel Sitter
What a play on words! It may first appear that way, but I assure you, in the real world, it is an absolutely true statement that you should memorize and repeat daily.
Reality may at times confuse ...
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1049. | Enhancing Business with Dashboard Software by Adam Smith
Dashboard software can be used to enhance your real estate investing expertise. Never heard of dashboard software? That's okay, let me explain. Dashboard software is designed with the intent of offering business managers insight into the key statistics of the business. A dashboard allows ...
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1050. | Dealing with Difficult Customers by Mary Eule
Copyright 2005 Mary Eule
Responding to angry, disgruntled and frustrated customers can be very stressful, especially over the phone. However, I strongly believe that this is precisely the time when businesses have a golden opportunity to shine.
Think of it ...
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