December 30th, 2008 -- Posted in Book Review, Outsourcing, Time Management, Wealth Strategies, personal development |
If you are like me, then your New Years resolution list can become a bit overwhelming. I have business goals, as well as financial milestones, personal development, travel, family time, household projects…. I could go on; as I’m sure you can too! As I mentioned yesterday, one of the keys is to allocate time for these with realistic timelines. There are many circumstances though, when it just makes sense to review alternatives to doing the tasks or projects yourself. If you haven’t already explored outsourcing, you may want to add this to your arsenal for accomplishing more this year. By the way, a great book on this topic is The 4-Hour Work Week by Timothy Ferris .
Here are a few sources that provide services ranging from doing research, article & blog writing, press releases, continue reading »
December 29th, 2008 -- Posted in Marketing Tips, Misc Ranting, Time Management, Wealth Strategies |
It’s not uncommon for this time of year to focus on goal setting and strategy implementation for the beginning of the next year. This article by Rich Schefren touches on the process of how to come up with those items. I was amused by his stating he has a list of 62 items to incorporate into his "New Year’s list. I too, have numerous things to accomplish so the key is at the end of his article…. be sure and schedule the items in. As with many "resolutions" there can be a tendency to come out of the shoot, full of enthusiasm, only to tucker out after a few months - so be realistic with your time and pace yourself. Example: I use the first few months to focus primarily on my business goals, and then add my "personal" goals during the second quarter….and continue to add thereafter.
(Article by Rich Schefren of Early To Rise )
I discovered long ago that if I wanted to continually improve my company and my own performance I need to leverage my past experience for all it’s worth. Stated more simply - to make 2009 the best it can be, you need to continue reading »
December 26th, 2008 -- Posted in Misc Ranting, Wealth Strategies |
What can be better than having ones health, family and friends around for the holiday season? I hope you have been able to enjoy time for yourself and those important to you during this past week. We have been surrounded with activity, and have been blessed to be so fortunate to have family close - so nobody was "stuck" trying to travel far.
Now, as we begin to gear up for the New Year and focus on marketing and implementing strategies, I’d like to share a positive affirmation that I keep in my office…. because one’s mindset and beliefs may continue to be tested this year. continue reading »
December 23rd, 2008 -- Posted in Wealth Strategies |
For some people, getting personal finances in order is more grueling than wandering the desert for 40 years. But it doesn’t take a miracle. If you are looking for some basic guidelines, just follow these 10 commandments:
1. Thou Shalt Take Action
Reading about how to improve your personal finances is a start, but it has absolutely no meaning if you don’t take the action of putting what you learn into motion. Before you can get anywhere with your personal finances, you need to begin — right now. If you are reading this article, you know that you should be taking steps to get your personal finances in order.
Print out this list and place it where you will see it every day, so that you are reminded that personal finance is a priority in your life and that you will take some action each and every day to try to improve your lot. If you aren’t sure where to begin, start with getting your banking accounts in order.
2. Thou Shalt Pay Off All Credit Card Debt
Credit card debt is, in most cases, continue reading »
December 22nd, 2008 -- Posted in Carbon Copy Pro, Home Business Ideas, Misc Ranting, Wealth Strategies |
I’m a fan of Success Magazine (in fact it’s a link on my Blogroll). Periodically I reference something from their writings for those who may not read the magazine. Here is a recent article from their "Seeds of Success". Just might be good timing for a new years resolution!
It’s hard to believe that the father of positive thinking, Norman Vincent Peale, was once a young boy plagued by an inferiority complex. But through faith, and his realization that people take you at your own self-appraisal, Peale began a journey to a new way of thinking. If your self-appraisal needs some refinement, incorporate Peale’s timeless truths into your life:
- Start thinking you can do things.When people believe in themselves they learn the first secret of success.
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December 19th, 2008 -- Posted in Carbon Copy Pro, Home Business Ideas, Misc Ranting, Wealth Strategies |
I think many people who respond to home based business opportunities are actually looking for a j.o.b. and not looking to be in business for themselves.
Here’s a few of the differences (in my opinion)….
A home based job and those looking for one:
- Something you do for someone else, and they dictate your time, method of completion and compensation
- This person usually wants to take no monetary risk and wants a guarantee that they will see a "return on investment" (ROI) within a matter of weeks
- This person usually continue reading »
December 18th, 2008 -- Posted in Home Business Ideas, Marketing Tips, Wealth Strategies |
My oh my where has the year gone? We say that ever year though. The truth of the matter is, time IS flying so let’s not waste any more of it. On to some important year end business…
How would you like a legitimate "list" of FREE traffic generation techniques that have been proven to work over and over and over?
I can’t think of a better way to end the year than with "11 FREE Traffic Tips" you can implement right away for 2009 to explode your Home Business empire…
One of the most common questions I get from new Home Business Owners and Entrepreneurs I coach when they begin marketing online is:
"How do I generate leads and get consistent traffic to my web site if I’m on a budget?"
…A valid question.
Well, first of all the truth about online marketing you need to know…
You’re only working with two tools: Money and Time. That’s it.
The easiest way to drive traffic to your site is to continue reading »
December 16th, 2008 -- Posted in Carbon Copy Pro, Home Business Ideas, Wealth Strategies |
There are some home business companies that claim you can achieve "instant success". While some people may experience "success" pretty quickly, the majority does not and the ads are full of hype. (This does not mean it’s a scam though - just full of hype!)
The challenge comes in looking beyond that and truly performing your due diligence. One secret is to start with finding a business that fits your personality. Then you will have more intuitive type questions to ask. Be sure to check out the primary business, continue reading »
December 15th, 2008 -- Posted in Carbon Copy Pro, Home Business Ideas, Marketing Tips, Wealth Strategies |
Are you ready to be your own boss and earn the income you deserve? Whether you’re looking to supplement your income or have been a statistic in the current "job" market…. now is the time to "Take control of your destiny or someone else will"
So, what types of questions should you ask before joining a business venture? The ones that will help you clarify a legit "opportunity" , what to avoid and by checking what’s the difference between types of businesses out there. So ask: continue reading »
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