You have an idea for a new product or service, want to get feedback from prospects and position your firm as the experts. How do you do this when you haven’t ever provided the particular service or sold the product? Let’s say you are in the planning stages of starting a collection agency. (Your clients could … Read more
When it comes to launching a new business or product, some marketing consultants might say that EVERY product is appropriate for a publicity or media exposure campaign. That is true to a degree, but as a PR/publicity professional and former media person, I would qualify that statement by saying that although new products would benefit … Read more
Internet Marketing is right for everyone. Unfortunately, not everyone is right for internet marketing. I have been involved in internet marketing now for over 4 years, I have earned some money here and there but had never achieved the kind of success I was seeking. I’ve tried several things that didn’t work, but I’ve learnd … Read more
How do you make company owners aware that you operate a service-oriented firm? How do you convey to your clients the strong moral convictions by which you conduct your business? How do you share your “Mission Statement”? The answer is not simple, but has become increasingly obvious to those seeking to make a living by either … Read more
The first step to financial success lies in knowing your financial situation at any given time. There is an anecdote attributed to John D. Rockefeller–that as a child he was given a monthly allowance from his parents, but upon the stipulation that he had to save 10% of it, give away 10% to charity, and … Read more
Five must-ask questions (NC)-Beware of estate planners charging little or nothing to draft your estate plan. They are likely earning a commission on the investment products they recommend – which could compromise the objectivity of their advice. And note that competent estate planners should offer a holistic approach to estate planning. That is, an objective … Read more
(NC)-So, you’re ready to step up contributions to your Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP). You are eager for the tax and compounding growth benefits. You think you are on your way to a blissful, carefree retirement, right? Maybe. But if you don’t take the time to learn about this type of investment, you can make … Read more
Napoleon Hill coined the concept of the mastermind alliance in his classic book Think and Grow Rich. He believed that a group of like-minded, achievement-oriented individuals could dramatically leverage each other’s success. The old adages still hold true today, “the sum of the whole is greater than its parts” and “two heads are better than … Read more
Time is money in your online business, just as in the offline business world. Problem is, the typical Internet entrepreneur is in a race against time: Often snowed under with many things to do, trying to achieve maximum results (income) within the precious, very limited time available. Especially if you’re holding down a full-time job … Read more
By: Marcia Yudkin In 1995 I created and distributed a free document called Frequently Asked Questions about Freelance Writing, or the Freelance Writing FAQ. (http://www.yudkin.com/flfaq.htm) I’ve updated it several times since then and allowed anyone to post it at their We Carleton Sheets Investor’s Success SeriesCarleton Sheets Investor’s Success Series – Order all 3 and … Read more