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So You Want to Be an Interior Designer
Interior design seems to be all the rage these days. If you don’t believe me, just turn on the television. Designers tackling small spaces, kitchen remodels and even designer reality shows. Have you watched one of these programs and thought you could do that? It takes more preparation and work than you see in a hour or half hour show.Interior designers have stiff competition from each other. Homeowners will shop around until they find the designer that fits their needs. Licensing is required in 23 states. And, three out of ten designers are self employed.Designer’s work consists of enhancing function, safety and aesthetics of a space. They deal with choosing

introduction. Don’t miss the opportunity to have people know who you are by being unprepared to get their attention. If you missed my article last week, drop me a note and I’ll get it to you ASAP.

Output Management To Centrally Manage Electronic Distribution Of Paychecks To Different Location
Are you running your payroll in-house to save the cost of an outside provider? If you are a supermarket or retail chain or a smaller enterprise with a few outlets then you will be familiar with the challenges of safe and timely distribution of payroll checks. If you distribute them physically it is a costly and sometimes unreliable exercise resulting in employee disappointment or increased cost for the company to prevent potential mishaps.Payroll in the US is significantly different to payroll in Europe, where all employees have bank accounts and over 90% of the payroll is transferred directly from the employer’s to the employee’s bank account. A large percentage

YES-- it is true that Networking is an art that must be mastered. However, for those of you that are new to the networking game and the art of mastering it, please READ ON. While you do not want to be in a position at social function of hanging with the same person all night, if you really want to make your network work for you, there are some surefire tactics that you must employ. Networking is much more than simply handing out your business/calling card and moving to the next ‘target’ in the room. I am always so surprised by the number of people that exchange business cards and do not take advantage of the possibility of creating an instant marketing campaign.

They hand over their business card, say a few words and move on without leaving an impression that would inspire you to tell others about them. Get away from the fallacy of believing that networking is about who you know. Master networkers know that the true power in your network is really about WHO KNOWS YOU! Learn to engage in meaningful dialogue with others and you will rapidly multiply the dispersion of your message. Going home with a pocket full of business cards is no indication of how strong your network is. You must implement strategies that will not only facilitate building a good network of people that know you but also create solid alliances with others.

Below are 5 strategies that have helped me grow personally, professionally and take my businesses to new heights! Try one, two or all of them and be sure to drop me a note and share your success story. I would love to feature it in my next newsletter.

-GRAB their Attention and Make’em Want to Listen!
Master your 30-second introduction! You must have something to say and know how to say it quickly and with impact! If you do not have the ability to articulate the brand you call you, get it in order before your next network mixer. There are three simple steps to creating a 30-second introduction. Don’t miss the opportunity to have people know who you are by being unprepared to get their attention. If you missed my article last week, drop me a note and I’ll get it to you ASAP.

How to Start a Virtual Assistant Business
“Falling into” a position such as a Virtual Assistant is not how it happens for everyone; I was very lucky. When I was starting out, I didn’t even realize the career path that I was choosing. My husband was working for a small web services firm as head of their web design department. They were often asked if they offered services such as web content writing, editing and proofreading and/or data capturing services for order forms or entry forms. This is where I came in; I had found my niche. I was working from home as a data capturer for a local company. I knew that I had the experience for what his clients were looking for, and with the data capturing position, I kne

t’ in the room. I am always so surprised by the number of people that exchange business cards and do not take advantage of the possibility of creating an instant marketing campaign.

Small Business Franchise Opportunities: Window of Success for an Entrepreneur
If you require funding and advice while opening a small business, a small business franchise may provide an excellent opportunity for you as an entrepreneur. It offers virtually endless advantages to the entrepreneur. Some of the major advantages that you can enjoy through such franchising include brand recognition, employee or management training, and an established model.One of the greatest advantages of joining a small business franchising is the brand recognition that your business gets. All you need to do is to choose a well-known small business franchise. This way, you can eventually ensure that the products and services offered by you will get immediate recog

KNOWS YOU! Learn to engage in meaningful dialogue with others and you will rapidly multiply the dispersion of your message. Going home with a pocket full of business cards is no indication of how strong your network is. You must implement strategies that will not only facilitate building a good network of people that know you but also create solid alliances with others.

Organizational Culture and Creative Blocks - the Similarities
Few Decision makers see the link between between creativity and innovation management, as performed by MBA’s in firms, and creative endeavours such as screenwriting. In fact, there are very strong linkages.The problems that prevent individuals coming up with ideas, writing and then commercialising their screenplays are the very same as the problems that firms face when they attempt to motivate their people to come up with innovative ideas - whether it be innovation of product, process, paradigm or positioning.The root of the problem can be defined within organizational culture:A screenwriter sitting at his desk may sit motionless for hours waiting for

hts! Try one, two or all of them and be sure to drop me a note and share your success story. I would love to feature it in my next newsletter.

Translation Companies: First Chance To Make a Lasting Impression
You are taking the plunge or have been using translation services for some time now. What was your criteria? Do you simply hire native speakers for instance and assume they will woo over your overseas market with sleight of pen?Let me put it this way. If I were to hire an native English speaker right off the street, and asked him if he's a native English speaker- to which he responds yes, do I hire him on the spot?Hopefully that clarifies one thing, not all people can write, even if they are a native speaker. So taking this example further, would you hire someone based on their native speaking skills to write a full fledged salesletter to target your foreign

-Business/Calling Card Buzzzzz!
Put your business/calling cards to work for you! Business/calling cards are at the heart of the first introduction that you make with others. Ensure that your business card serves as a true marketing engine for you. Take the time to design an impressive card with a tagline or message that will get attention and make people want to contact you. Try using the front and back of the card to get your message across, however do not cram in too much information - leave some "white space." Business cards with visual clarity are more likely to be read AND kept for future reference.

-Use Reverse-Networking not Empty Dialogue!
Don’t waste your time or anyone else’s with fruitless conversations that lead to nowhere! After giving your 30-second introduction, spark a dialogue that shows you have a true interest in understanding what it is that person does. This works much better than simply exchanging business cards and talking about yourself the entire time. Learn to ask probing questions-- something as simple as “So tell me what it is that you do” and following it up with “Hmmm, that sounds interesting, tell me more” is enough to initiate a meaningful not empty dialogue. People love it when you truly take an interest in what they have to offer. Besides this creates a memorable experience and when you contact them AFTER the event, you will have plenty of focused and dedicated time to really talk about what you do. It’s a reverse networking tactic that has not only helped me build a network of people that know me but create some very meaningful alliances with others as well.

-Use the ‘Power of Introduction’ to Extend that Buzzzz about You!
Take advantage of the “Stick and Move” strategy to create more buzz about you! Now that you understand and know something about the person that you just met, introduce them to someone else in the room that you know. Not only will you make a memorable (stick) impression, but it also allows you to make a brief introduction and keep it movin’. If you are a lone ranger and do not know anyone else at the event YET, let the person know that you will be following up with them in a few days because you have a colleague that you w

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