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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Independent auto detail shop vs biz op or franchise
- Owning a detail shop can be an exciting and rewarding business indeed. Many times an owner of an independent Detailing Shop will wish to add those items he/she believes their customers want. Since an independent detail shop is not a franchise or affiliate they can try new things and do what ever they want. They use their knowledge of the industry, a little intuition and luck; it is a best guess is...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Drive website traffic unconventionally, force your children to do it
- If you believe that every little bit helps then keep reading...For the past two summers my son has dabbled in entrepreneurialism.He started by mowing lawns, what kid hasn't done that? It's time tested and money in the bank. (The grass always keeps growing...unless you live in the arctic.)Last summer we brainstormed a little and bought some gear for under a hundred bux and he s...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Competing with the big dogs
- You run a small consultancy. You're well qualified, experienced and dedicated. Yet you can't get a meeting with the corporate decision-maker.Your proposal was a work of art. You provided exactly what the client needed, plus a ton of added value. Yet the business went to a well-known firm offering a standard approach at twice the price.You did a great job for the client, during which ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Empathy - not business plans - key to your home based business success - do you have empathy?
- EMPATHY is a Natural Talent, you were born with it and you will never loose it. It can be a blessing or a curse in a home based business. If you develop it, it can make you a Millionaire. Mary Kay, of Mary Kay cosmetics, did just that. If you have it, it is your most important key to a successful home based business. Business plans, cash flow projections, marketing analysis, etc. are skills that a...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Leadership attributes for business success
- Business success is essentially the result of successful leadership. Contrary to the popular myth, leaders are not just born. Leadership skills can be learnt and developed. A business is a distinct reflection of the leader, who may be the owner or manager. A business is never successful despite the leader, it is always successful or otherwise because of the leader.7 LEADERSHIP ATTRIBUTES...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Is running a business for you?
- Not everyone is cut out to run a business. Not everyone is cut out to be an entrepreneur. It takes a special talent. Some owners of small businesses have it and some don't.Before you invest time, energy and money, it's important to do some serious self-analysis. In business, there are no guarantees. There is simply no way to eliminate all the risks associated with starting a small business ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Vendor relations
- Communication is the key to vendor relations. In your small business, you will be in need of many products and services. Unfortunately, not every company that provides these products and services will have their act together as much as you do. You, as a small businessperson, were able to carefully study each purchase because it was your money. You knew exactly when, where, how and at what price yo...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Creativity & entrepreneurship - key questions from my students
- Hello Creative Entrepreneurs!Thought for the day:"It is not easy being an entrepreneur, but it is always rewarding. It takes great discipline, self-motivation, hard work and perseverance to achieve your dream. Never, ever give up! Live, love and fight for YOUR passion!" JJKIn my seminars and teleseminars I aways encourage my students to ask their most pressing questions. Not o...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Business start up tips from some hearty entrepreneurs
- When's the last time someone asked you: "What's new?" If you're starting or growing a business, an e-business, or a web site, the answer is: "Everything!" ? especially on the inside.Face it, launching a new enterprise ? or taking it to the next level ? can sometimes feel scary and overwhelming. Where do you begin? How do you begin? And do you have what it takes?Granted...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The 5 senses of an entrepreneur
- If you have seen me speak you will know that I believe the word 'entrepreneur' is used way too much these days. People seem to wear it as a badge instead of just getting out there and doing entrepreneurial things. Just because you run or own a successful business doesn't necessarily mean that you an entrepreneur.Entrepreneurs have a different mindset to others. They will go way above and be...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 5 habits of successful entrepreneurs
- Habits get a bum rap. When you think about your habits, I bet you think of the "bad" ones - the ones that you aren't particularly proud of, like eating too much sugar, or smoking, or dwelling on your negative thoughts. According to Webster's dictionary a habit simply is: A pattern or action that is acquired and has become so automatic that it is difficult to break.It's easy to see...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Top 10 mistakes entrepreneurs make before they even start
- So you want to start a business. You have an idea. Lets say you want to be a carpenter. You print some brochures, some business cards, and take out an ad in the Yellow Pages. You pay $600 for a website and a domain name that tells everyone about your amazing credentials and experience. You distribute your fliers at a local grocery store. And then you wait. And wait. And wait?Nothing happens...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - What online millionaires tell me they are worried about
- I just arrived back from the best seminar I have ever attended in the last 10-years.There were more "Underground" millionaires at Yanik Silver's "Underground" seminar than I've ever had access to at one time ever!Upon arrival, we had to sign Non Disclosure Agreements, and for very good reason. These high money earners are all making their fortunes from a wide variety of markets - but...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - From employee to entrepreneur: taking the plunge
- Before you decide whether or not running your own business is right for you, start by pinpointing your area of expertise and assessing your aptitude for business.Starter Questions Ask yourself the following questions:- In what areas do people approach me for advice and assistance? From what parts of my job do I get the most satisfaction?- What do I like doing so ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Answering why you, why now critical in a winning business plan
- Business plans continue to be an essential element of the capital-raising process. They must convince investors to take notice ? investors that are shrewder today due to the ups-and-downs they have experienced over the past few years.Adding to the financing challenge is the plethora of high-quality companies, both public and private, in which investors can choose to invest. In this environm...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to get more clients and customers; dont sell be of service
- Whether you are just starting your business or focusing on growing it, I'm sure you are like most small business owners you are looking for ways to get more clients and customers. There is a lot of information out there on selling, persuasion tactics, and gimmicks to get people to buy. I am suggesting a radical shift in perspective when thinking about the question: How do you get more clients and ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 7 small business and self employed law of attraction principles for success
- It is widely held that one of the most important ingredients in small business success is perseverance. Deciding on a strategy and sticking with it. I would agree but you need to be clear that the strategy is in alignment with your passion in business and your natural action and communication styles. It's also helpful to have effective strategies to follow through on what you set as your prioritie...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Making the financial transition
- Making the financial transition from paid employment to earning a living on your own is probably the single biggest challenge facing many would be entrepreneurs. For most, the mere thought of financial insecurity holds them back from even trying. But if you have the vision, persistence and the ability to respond to market feedback the financial rewards will soon follow.Two ways to make the ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Bonsai marketing
- Site location analysis of regional service areas and planning for mobile businesses is just as important as choosing a fixed site for any business. The region must be scouted out whether you are simply adding another service unit or deciding to open an entire new marketing area. Now, assuming that you have decided to go for it and open a new territory, you must send in a scout. You must take the h...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The dirty dozen
- 1) No Umbrella Business Plan or Strategy -- Without a plan, there's no serious way to gauge the growth and progress of your business. You need a realistic map for where the customers will come from and where your business is going. You also need a plan to bail you out when difficult personal and business times come your way. Solution ? get a plan together. Stop thinking about it and do it.2...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The secrets to becoming a successful creative entrepreneur: jjk secrets #19-21
- Hello Creative Entrepreneurs!Welcome to the e-class on Creativity & Entrepreneurship: The Creative Evolution of an Intellectual Property©Let's start with the thought for the day:When you find the destiny for which you were born, all you need to bring is your courage, your honor and your commitment! From the movie North and South.I love this quote! It ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Salon marketing using wireless broadband internet access
- Our client in Chicago did, located right outside downtown too...a right competitive area. Everbody's looking for some kind of edge and we found it for them. Want to hear...the rest of the story.Just in case your wondering it doesn't have to be a major city or suburb, because it worked in a place called Rosedale Maryland, a little ways outside Baltimore. The company owns both locations and w...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Abstract business marketing strategy for the entrepreneur
- If you look at those Corporations in franchising today you see the great companies that use these systems to move markets and deliver products and services to America. Franchising is obviously a power play in the marketing strategy game book. General Motors uses the franchise system or special teams, dealerships, to move their products in each market. Now take your mind to the "Family and fri...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Pto; justification of the means and the ends
- Some would say about certain issues that the means do not justify the ends. Well more often the ends do not justify the means. For instance if you are trying to accomplish something and know that if you do use the most approved PC methods then you cannot get to the desired results, but use those methods anyway as to not appear to offend anyone, then in the end you offend everyone by wasting their ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Success secret - how to find million dollar opportunities
- They're really are powerful million dollar opportunites everywhere.Ok, let me explain.I jumped on a flight to Miami late yesterday for some business stuff and I do what I always do:Grab as many new business magazines as I can possibly find for the trip.I have to admit, a few hours to read in 'peace and quiet' is awesome.Onward.We were about 15 minutes in t...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Delivery companies make the grade
- In the United States we have the most efficient delivery service companies in the world. This is because the free market competitive system has pushed entrepreneurs to become more efficient to make more profit and to keep costs down. More and more products are now delivered right to your door. Businesses have found efficient ways to do this and consumers are loving it.These products come by...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - About ending competition
- 1. Why should I not compete with others?The very concept of "competition" is fear based. Somehow you are telling yourself that you have to "beat" the competition, or "take" a certain share of the marketplace, or "win over" a certain person. In reality, there is no other exactly like you, and there is no other person that can contribute to our world in...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Increase profits with no pain, no change approach
- Implementing changes, even when they're good for your business, can be tough. As the old adage goes, old habits die hard and it's just as true in business as it is in our personal lives. It's simply easier to take the path of no resistance and revert back to doing what we've always done. Here's a way to skyrocket your profit potential by linking change to pain and payoff.Whenever I sit with...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Boundary setting 101 for solo entrepreneurs
- Select the best response to the statement below:As a solo entrepreneur, setting boundaries is all about?.a. Having a conversation with the neighbor after she takes your parking space.b. Telling the kids what time to go to bed on a school night.c. Reminding friends and family to not drop by when you're working from home.d. Requesting that agenda in advance if you ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Strategies for overcoming obstacles to discovering your gifts
- What are the unique gifts that differentiate you from other solo entrepreneurs? The path to discovering your gifts may take a lifetime, but you can use the exploration process to begin to use your gifts NOW! Unfortunately, for many different reasons people get sidetracked or never even get started taking the actions that would help them discover their uniqueness. Here are some suggested strat...