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What Raising a Teenager and Running an Organization Have in Common
by: Bruce L. Katcher, Ph.D.
Raising our 15-year old daughter is a constant challenge. As those her age are prone to do, she has perfected the art of exploiting our weaknesses as a parental team. For example, if my wife says she can’t have a sleepover at our house because her room isn’t clean, she will then come to me and ask the same question (not mentioning, of course, that my wife has already said no). She knows that on... (read more)
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The Convenience Of Low Fee Payday Loans
by: Mark Woodcock
You might be in a difficult situation financially, and it’s a few days away from payday. There are times when taking out a low fee payday loan is a quick, easy, and even sensible solution to your problem. If you are in danger of bouncing a check, or if you need to make a payment on a bill that is due before payday, and the late fee incurred will put you at risk of damaging your credit rating, a lo... (read more)
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When The Bank Says "No"
by: Cassandra Ingraham
Factoring has been practiced for centuries. The Romans sold promissory notes at a discount as did the Phoenicians. The word “factor” comes from Latin, the language of Rome. It means “to do” or “to make.” The Pilgrim’s journeys to America were financed by advances from a Factor who provided the funds to pay for the journey. The Pilgrims repaid the money with earnings from America. Factoring to this... (read more)
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American Express Blue Sky Card: No More Restrictions!
by: Edward Vegliante
One of the chief complaints heard from consumers regarding rewards credit cards are those cards that promise the world, but restrict you from getting there. Specifically, credit cards that allow you to accumulate a large number of points within a short period of time, but when it comes time to redeeming those points for free air miles, restrictions kick in. All those points and no where to go…at l... (read more)
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Choosing The Right Internet Fax Service
by: Todd Snyder
I spend a lot of time reviewing internet fax services, so people like to ask me which online fax service is best. They want to know if they should select eFax, MyFax, CallWave, or one of the many other options. The simple answer is: it depends. There’s not a “best fax service” in general; it depends on what you’re looking for. Here are some factors to consider: 1. How frequently do you fax? This i... (read more)
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Network Marketing Tips: Persuasion v/s Manipulation
by: Nabil Khoury
In your network marketing business, there are two ways of prospecting: persuasion and manipulation. You can manipulate your prospects to get them into your deal, but they will quit soon afterward. Alternatively, you can persuade your prospects to join your network marketing company as business partners, and they will stick with you for a lifetime. Obviously, if you are looking for recurring residu... (read more)
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The Worst Small Business Financing Strategy Ever?
by: Brent Finlay
Depending on whose stats you pay attention to, approximately 80% of small businesses fail within their first 5 years of operation. In many cases, its not that a particular business could not succeed; there just wasn't sufficient time to figure out how to succeed. Which brings us to the worst small business financing strategy ever. Here's how it work. The would be entrepreneur develops what t... (read more)
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Stop Paying Interest On Your Credit Card Debt
by: Jon Francis
Credit cards - A good thing or a bad thing? This is a debate which will go on and on for ever. But one thing that is for certain, it is certainly good business for the credit card providers. Unfortunately if not used properly credit cards can create a vicious circle of debts for their users. If one does not take the right action at the right time, it can get very difficult to clear the debt becau... (read more)
• March 2006 •
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HOT Sales Tip for Business Growth: Remember to 'Ask For The Sale'
by: Casey Gollan
Too many small business people lose thousands of dollars in sales and profitable growth each and every month because of one simple mistake. They don’t ask the customer to buy! And it can hurt your sales and your small business growth if you’re a business owner, or it can impede your sales success if you’re a salesperson. So let me ask you this question. In your own experience as a customer, have ... (read more)
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Employing People Can Accelerate Your Small Business Growth
by: Casey Gollan
A great way to accelerate your small business growth is by employing people. Okay, it may sound a little simplistic, so let me give you an actual client case study of mine to illustrate how you can do it for your small business growth. Jason owned a door painting business and worked with me a number of years ago. Within just 3 months his small business sales per month grew from $45K to $90K becaus... (read more)
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