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Feature Articles
Find the latest feature articles here! We generally post new articles every day, and most of them can be found right here. Click on any headline below to find the full article. And be sure to click the 'view more articles' link at the bottom of the page to read articles you may have missed.
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Social Networking...Keeping It All Together!
Bridget Ayers
I am sure you know this but there are oodles and oodles of social sites out on the web to join, and though your first inclination may be to jump on as many as possible, if you become part of too many you will never keep up! Your efforts will be diluted and counterproductive. The idea is to connect, build mutually beneficial relationships, and enjoy a little self expression. . . . keep reading
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Women in Business vs. Men
Bridget Ayers
We know women in business are different then men in business, but how different are they and is being different really a bad thing? Men control the business world, men hold higher and more influential positions than women, and men get paid more. So why do women even bother? I am a woman and I am in business, and I do not worry or even think about what positions men hold, or how much they make. In business my greatest concerns are how to do business well, be ridiculously successful, while also living life on my terms. Don't get me wrong I am competitive but the competition starts with me and moves to those companies that are in my market place. . . . keep reading
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The Video Revolution
Video is the communication, marketing, and information distribution portal of today- you thought I was going to say the future didn't you? The fact is that video is here now and every day the technology evolves and becomes more mainstream, are you ready for it? There was a time when cell phones were the new fangled gadgets, and now even your kids have them. The same will be true for video and live streaming services. . . . keep reading
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Dictation, Transcription, & Translation Tools
Bridget Ayers
There are four tools I want to talk about today for you dictators. That is "dictators" that like to dictate rather than write….I do not have tools for you tyrannical leaders out there, sorry! Free is always nice so let's discuss those and then move into those that you have to purchase: . . . keep reading
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Building Blog Readership with Mybloglog (Video)
Bridget Ayers
Having a blog is more than just writing entries and hoping that someone somewhere will see it, and then somehow find your business because of it. A blog is an extensive of you and your company, it needs to be personal and informative, and it needs to be showcased. It is like a business card or brochure, if you make marketing materials and never hand them out will they bring you business? . . . keep reading
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Building Blog Readership with Cre8buzz (Video)
Bridget Ayers
Cre8buzz is a very friendly blogger community, high energy, fresh, and fun. I would say it pulls more of the family, mommy/daddy blogger profile. There are some non-family based bloggers there…I mean I am there, but if I were to throw it into a demographic pool I would say it is not the young college kids, but a more experienced adult community. There are part-time and full time bloggers here, unlike some of the other sites though it is not a let's hook up to get exposure site. The Ant Man (the host and life blood of this forum) is genuinely helpful and involved. People on this site want to build a community, which makes it a great place to start for those that aren't ready for the shark infested waters of some of the fast paced communities. Key here is to meet people. So join, many will come to you first, get creative, and have fun. . . . keep reading
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How To Set Up A Blog Part 2 (VIDEO)
Bridget Ayers
This video is going to walk you through how to build and organize the blog content on your new blog page. We are using a blog created on Google's blogger.com website but you can use these tools with any blog platform. . . . keep reading
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How To Set Up A Blog (VIDEO)
Bridget Ayers
What is a Blog? A blog which is short for web log is a personal online journal or diary that is frequently updated and intended for general public consumption. A blog is a place where you can go to educate, advise, and personalize information to be distributed to online viewers. Blogging is a two in one tool, it should brand you as an expert and it should humanize your business. . . . keep reading
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Real Estate Investing Cash Flow Model
People invest to obtain the financial independence to achieve their goals. Achieving financial success usually takes time, careful planning, and the assistance of professionals. There are a wide variety of real estate investment options, the chosen investment vehicle will vary on the desires and ultimate goals of the investor. Each investment exhibits different risk factors, and the return or yield on an investment should be proportionate with the amount of risk associated with that investment. . . . keep reading
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Staying afloat during slowdowns
Debbie Swartz
Whether we are in or heading toward a recession is debatable among economic gurus, but the slowdown of the United State's economy is definite. For some small business owners, weathering the storm means refocusing on the basics, experts said. . . . keep reading
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Writing Articles for Publicity
Shelley Lowery
If you're looking for a powerful way to get free publicity and build your credibility at the same time, then writing articles may be your answer. . . . keep reading
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To Franchise or Not To Franchise
Bridget Ayers & US Chamber of Commerce
The United States Chamber of Commerce approximates that franchised businesses have a 97% success rate within 5 years of opening. Non-franchised businesses have only a 48% success rate within their first 6 years. The reason franchises outperform small businesses is because the work has already been done for you. A franchisor has built a successful and proven business model, then sets it up as a turn key business for the franchisee. Buying a franchise, like making any other major purchase, should involve a thorough investigation. . . . keep reading
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