ced: Short SEO Training Idea - 06/28/08 06:09 PM
Most of you know that we get tremendous Google juice with Active Rain. If you're looking to take it a step or two higher you might want to pay close attention to what I'll be sharing in thie blog posting.
1. Promote Your Business with Merchant Circle
Find new customers … (6 comments)
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ced: Another Freebie - We really can't advertise enough - 06/26/08 09:39 PM
I almost forgot about this free tool. Most of us are looking for different ways to advertise. Here's a site I started using about 2 years ago. Various people from all sorts of industries advertise here. The good thing about it is that there is a Real Estate section also. Take … (13 comments)
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ced: Freebie #8 - free software + bonus freebie - 05/23/08 09:42 AM
Freebie #8 is here. Wake up software buffs. This free offer is something you'll want to have in your portfolio. All sorts of software from A - Z. Lots of business software as well as some fun stuff also. I think you'll enjoy it. Click here to access this free tool.
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ced: Freebie #7 - some people pay $600 annually for this one. You get it free... - 05/22/08 10:36 AM
VereTracking is an awesome webmaster tool that allows you full website monitoring and statistics - for absolutely free! A tracking tool like this anywhere else would cost upwards of $50/month. It come with no popups, spyware, trojan horses etc. No bothersome banner ads either. Veretracking let's you create an unlimited number … (11 comments)
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ced: #6 of this week's freebies -high tech referral acquisition via SEO - 05/22/08 09:16 AM
This freebie is one of those for the super savvy. If you understand the importance of using the search engines to maximize your exposure, you'll appreciate having your own e-Tracking system. E-Tracking is the first self-replicating search engine on the internet.
eTracking is much more than a basic search engine. You … (2 comments)
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ced: A Week's Worth of Freebies - Freebie #3 - 05/19/08 08:40 PM
Can you imagine having your own online conference room for free? Well you can. I mean absolutely free. Start connecting with your clients in your online conference room. It's really good for long distance clients. Use PowerPoint, webcast and converse all in one place. Vereconference offers a free 3 person conference … (4 comments)
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ced: Free but extreeeeeeeeemely valuable - 05/17/08 10:55 AM
Taking marketing to levels beyond just blogging. Social networking is proving to be quite profitable to business owners from city to city. Have you ever considered all the things you can do and use for free?
It's amazing how many things are free online that actually create value for you … (6 comments)
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ced: How to raise perceived value to legitimate value in the eyes of potential clients - 05/12/08 12:59 AM
Here's a story I use when talking with potential clients. As we initially start talking, after the chit chat I'll say something like the following:
Today, let's do a pretend story together. Come on, just play along with me. I would like you to consider yourself an attorney for a … (6 comments)
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ced: Will your kidz and grandkidz be entrepreneurs? - 05/08/08 12:58 PM
Just take a look at this young man and see the possibilities for your child's or grandchild's life...
The Kidz-n-Biz Project will teach your children about being in business for themselves as well as provide just in time mentoring for your child.
Kidz that participate in our project will … (8 comments)
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ced: Crusade or just hype - 05/02/08 10:17 AM
Many of you don't know that my wife has been disabled for the last 18 years. She is on dialysis and wheel chair bound because of two strokes. I bring this to your attention to tie in a point of how I never thought of how important a person's data based … (4 comments)
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ced: What will your answer be when your clients ask... - 05/02/08 01:05 AM
What would you say if one of your clients asked you, "how are you and your company protecting my non public information?" I ask this question to business owners everyday and most of them have no clue what I'm talking about.
Here's a new reality that every business owner should be concerned … (12 comments)
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ced: Your Employer & Your Non Public Information - 04/29/08 02:21 PM
If you were to get involved with a company today you might want to make sure they have a good plan to protect your non-public information. What I mean is the company you consider working for should have an Security Information Officer who has constructed and oversees a written policy to … (5 comments)
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ced: Free Business Risk Assessment Tool - 04/26/08 09:30 PM
How about a free Business Risk Assessment tool? You can use it for your your business or pass it on to a business client. It is absolutely free. All you have to do is request it by clicking here
Below are some details about the tool.
This Business Risk Assessment … (5 comments)
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ced: Farming - is it really worth it? - 04/24/08 11:04 AM
Farming is a great way to get to know the people you eventually want to have list with you or become their buyers agent. What do you do to make yourself different? You can only talk about listing your home so many times. Do you do anything special to offer assistance … (4 comments)
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ced: 9 Recruiting tips to consider - 03/29/08 10:16 AM
Here a are a few recruiting tips. If you're looking to recruit another Realtor or anyone from another profession to team up with you or utilize as part of your service team, consider these tips.
Tips:
1. Establish professional friendships before you recruit (networking groups etc...)
2. Keep your friends posted on the … (23 comments)
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ced: I'm still working on my story - 03/28/08 06:22 PM
It's just amazing that we all go through life and we develop a story. Some of us try to alter our story by doing things we shouldn't be doing. The reality is that our story is already scripted. Our role is to play the part we've been assigned.
Can you imagine a … (6 comments)
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ced: Being recruited by another industry recruiter - 03/28/08 09:56 AM
OK you get calls from recruiters in the Real Estate field. How do you feel about getting calls from people outside the Real Estate field? Occasionally I get calls from people trying to get me to leave the profession I'm in to do their deal. I'm just imagining that Realtors get … (12 comments)
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ced: You already have everything you need to succeed - 03/25/08 03:34 PM
Why do we buy the latest greatest programs that promise us the moon? Why do we continue to sell ourselves short on what we already know? When will we start believing in ourselves enough to make it and make it big?
I asked the previous questions just to get your juices flowing. … (8 comments)
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ced: Don't you just hate getting traffic tickets? - 03/20/08 11:19 PM
On Sunday I was driving home and as customary I entered the left hand turn lane to make a left turn to enter my driveway. The difference on Sunday was there was an orange cone about 18 inches inside the left hand turn lane. A police officer was directing traffic as … (16 comments)
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ced: Last 6 of the 101 Reasons... - 03/20/08 10:21 AM
Here are the last 6 reasons, 96 - 101 of the 101 reasons for having a Life Events Legal Plan.
It's good to know that there are so many reasons people use you and the services you offer. How are you coming along naming the 101 reasons people use your … (1 comments)
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ced: 92 - 95 of 101 reasons...just 6 to go - 03/19/08 08:23 PM
Here are reasons 92 - 95 of the 101 reasons for having a Life Events Legal Plan.
It's good to know that there are so many reasons people use you and the services you offer. How are you coming along naming the 101 reasons people use your service? I would … (0 comments)
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ced: Honest with everybody but me... - 03/18/08 01:05 PM
Being honest is a way of life in business. It's expected behavior from our clients, and everybody we do business with. Inherently we know that, "honesty is the best policy." I like to say it this way, "honesty is the only policy." Can you hear the "but" coming on?
Here it … (21 comments)
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ced: People who help people - 03/18/08 10:11 AM
Let's face it, we're in the "people helping business." Just plain and simple, our goal in our business is to help those people who are looking for help. They may or may not be looking for us when they first start looking for help. But somehow they come across our path. … (8 comments)
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ced: 86-91 of the 101 reasons... - 03/17/08 12:48 AM
Here are reasons 86-91 of the 101 reasons for having a Life Events Legal Plan.
It's good to know that there are so many reasons people use you and the services you offer. How are you coming along naming the 101 reasons people use your service? I would encourage anybody who … (2 comments)
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ced: Reasons 81-85 of 101 Reasons...just 16 to go - 03/16/08 07:43 PM
Here are reasons 81-85 of the 101 reasons for having a Life Events Legal Plan.
It's good to know that there are so many reasons people use you and the services you offer. How are you coming along naming the 101 reasons people use your service? I would encourage anybody … (2 comments)
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ced: Kingdom Conferences - 03/15/08 05:53 PM
Kingdom Conferences are happening all over the world. It not by coincidence that God has men and women focusing on preaching and teaching about the Kingdom of God. Believers are in a pivotal time in history where we need to be the difference makers.
There is no other way for us … (4 comments)
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ced: Reasons 76-80 of 101 Reasons...just 20 to go - 03/15/08 12:15 AM
Here are reasons 76-80 of the 101 reasons for having a Life Events Legal Plan. They're just everyday things that will amaze you. Even a few things you would just pass up calling an attorney because of the high cost. Those who have Life Events Legal Plans use their plan when … (2 comments)
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ced: I'm just about ready to explode... - 03/14/08 07:46 PM
I just feel like I'm about to explode. Have you ever been so full of joy that you just couldn't find a way to contain it? Well if you have, you know how I feel. I just received some news that has caused me to realize the mission I'm apart of … (31 comments)
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ced: 5 more of the 101 Everyday Reasons...71-75 - 03/14/08 06:50 PM
Here are reasons 71-75 of the 101 reasons for having a Life Events Legal Plan.
I would encourage anybody who is serious about their business to put together their top 101 reasons people would do business with you. If nothing else it is a reinforcement of why you believe … (0 comments)
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ced: No Secrets to Success - 03/13/08 11:23 AM
There is no secret to success. There are no magic bullets that make some successful and others unsuccessful. Success is a matter of helping enough people get what they really want. When we help others get what they want somehow we open a door to have others help us get what … (4 comments)
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ced: We can stop this insanity - 03/13/08 10:46 AM
Are you going to continue to put up with the insanity that's in "your" world? You don't have to take it anymore. In order to stop the insanity there has to be a mind to assault everything that is not truth. The truth is that we have experienced a market fluctuation. … (6 comments)
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ced: 101 Everyday Reasons...66-70 getting close to 101 - 03/13/08 09:52 AM
It's good to know that there are so many reasons people use you and the services you offer. How are you coming along naming the 101 reasons people use your service?
Here are reasons 66-70 of the 101 reasons for having a Life Events Legal Plan. They're just everyday … (0 comments)
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ced: Stop the insanity - 03/13/08 09:39 AM
In order to stop the insanity there has to be a mind to assault everything that is not truth. The truth is that we have experienced a market fluctuation. Is that all so bad? After all we live in a topsy turvy world. Honestly did we think that the good times … (10 comments)
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ced: When I stopped dreaming - 03/12/08 07:37 PM
Years ago I used to dream a lot about how successful I would be in ministry and business. The only thing I found out is that dreams are good but not good enough to produce an income. I would dream I would be this famous person who made lots of money … (6 comments)
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ced: 101 Everyday Reasons...61-65 and counting - 03/12/08 01:00 AM
It's good to know that there are so many reasons people use you and the services you offer. How are you coming along naming the 101 reasons people use your service?
Here are reasons 61-65 of the 101 reasons for having a Life Events Legal Plan. They're just everyday … (1 comments)
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ced: We made the news today... - 03/11/08 01:27 PM
Recently a local newspaper did an article on a network I lead. Thought some of you might want to take a peek at what they said. Here's the link
Riverside Press Enterprise
Thanks for taking a look. I think they did a good job.
Just in case you're wondering, the network I … (8 comments)
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ced: 101 Everyday Reasons...56-60 and counting - 03/11/08 09:42 AM
It's good to know that there are so many reasons people use you and the services you offer. How are you coming along naming the 101 reasons people use your service?
Here are reasons 56-60 of the 101 reasons for having a Life Events Legal Plan. They're just everyday … (1 comments)
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ced: So you want free...just take your choice - 03/11/08 12:29 AM
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ced: Doing it bigger isn't always better - 03/10/08 09:20 PM
I've been high and I've been low. I've experienced working with the best and working with the not so good. I've been the go to guy and I've been the guy people would run from. The point I'm making is people experience ups and downs in life. The ups aren't always … (0 comments)
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ced: What about doing surveys... - 03/10/08 04:37 PM
I know that many of us have taken surveys online. I've just started using surveys more seriously these days and have been getting some pretty good results. From a "recruiting" perspective I've been able to get a better feel for the prospect by having them answer a few questions before we … (0 comments)
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ced: 101 Everyday Reasons...51-55 and counting - 03/10/08 04:30 PM
It's good to know that there are so many reasons people use you and the services you offer. How are you coming along naming the 101 reasons people use your service?
Here are reasons 51-55 of the 101 reasons for having a Life Events Legal Plan. They're just everyday … (0 comments)
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ced: 101 Everyday Reasons...46-50 - 03/10/08 12:56 AM
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Here are reasons 46-50 of the 101 reasons for having a Life Events Legal Plan. They're just everyday things that will amaze you. Even a few things you would just pass up calling an attorney because of the high cost. Those who have Life Events Legal Plans … (0 comments)
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ced: 101 Everyday Reasons...41-45 - 03/08/08 04:46 PM
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How are you coming along with your 101 reasons why someone would use your services? Here are reasons 41-45 of the 101 reasons for having a Life Events Legal Plan. They're just everyday things that will amaze you. Even a few things you would just pass up … (0 comments)
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ced: 101 Everyday Reasons...36-40 - 03/06/08 02:36 PM
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Were you able to come up with 101 reasons why someone would use your services? Here are reasons 36-40 of the 101 reasons for having a Life Events Legal Plan. They're just everyday things that will amaze you. Even a few things you would just pass up … (3 comments)
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ced: 101 Everyday Reasons...31-35 - 03/04/08 11:00 AM
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Are you able to come up with 101 reasons why someone would use your services? Here are reasons 31-35 of the 101 reasons for having a Life Events Legal Plan. They're just everyday things that will amaze you. Even a few things you would just pass up … (0 comments)
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ced: 101 Everyday Reasons...26-30 - 03/03/08 07:13 PM
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Reasons 26-30 for having a Life Events Legal Plan are here. They're just everyday things that will amaze you. Even a few things you would just pass up calling an attorney because of the high cost. Those who have Life Events Legal Plans use their plan when … (0 comments)
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ced: 101 Everyday Reasons...21-25 - 03/02/08 06:26 PM
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Here we go with reasons 21-25 for having a Life Events Legal Plan. They're just everyday things that will amaze you. Even a few things you would just pass up calling an attorney because of the high cost. Those who have Life Events Legal Plans use … (2 comments)
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ced: 101 Everyday Reasons...16-20 - 03/01/08 12:50 PM
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Here we go with reasons 16-20 for having a Life Events Legal Plan. I do thank those of you who have been following my blog. Hope you have been getting some relevant reasons for why you need a Life Events Legal Plan.
I would encourage anybody … (3 comments)
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ced: 101 Everyday Reasons...11-15 - 02/29/08 01:34 PM
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Here we go with reasons 11-15 for having a Life Events Legal Plan. I would encourage anybody who is serious about their business to put together their top 101 reasons people would do business with you. If nothing else it is a reinforcement of why you … (2 comments)
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ced: Robbed and Pistol Whipped & in Need of Legal Help - 02/28/08 04:42 PM
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Getting quick legal help was probably the last thing on the mind of the employee that got robbed and pistol whipped in the check cashing store in Los Angeles the other day. If you check the news you'll see and hear for yourself that this tragic … (7 comments)
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ced: 101 Everyday Reasons...6-10 - 02/28/08 11:22 AM
We'll continue with reasons 6-10 of the 101 Everyday Reasons to have a life events legal plan.
6. Your parents die and leave you executor of their estate.
7. You are tired of hidden fees at your bank.
8. You have a retirement savings plan.
9. You change jobs.
10. You receive a speeding ticket
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ced: 101 Everyday Reasons...1-5 - 02/27/08 11:01 PM
There are reasons we do a lot of things and own a lot of products or services. Rarely have I had anybody share with me 101 reasons to own anything. For the most part there are maybe five or ten reasons why we may need a particular product or service.
Over the … (2 comments)
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ced: Introducing The Realtors Nationwide Prayer Network - 02/27/08 04:46 PM
Is there a person in business who doesn't need prayer? I know many in the Real Estate business who need prayer more than ever. Oh, I'm not just saying that because of the market conditions today. Prayer is needed by everybody all the time. The Bible says we should "pray without … (6 comments)
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ced: Are you getting mind market share? - 02/27/08 09:39 AM
Have you ever wanted to be distinguished as the key person in you market? Have you ever thought about branding your name or your business? Well that's what most of us are doing on and off line. Our distinction in our profession is what sets us apart in the minds of … (5 comments)
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ced: TV stuff will make you think - 02/26/08 10:54 PM
Some of the stuff we hear on TV is just seems so outlandish. It's hard to believe the things that are happening in our society. If things continue to go like they have been, what will we do? Legal help is needed more than we think. Please click on this link … (2 comments)
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ced: Are many of your clients small business owners? - 02/26/08 05:20 PM
Small business owners could be in a world of trouble if they were to get sued. They stand to lose substantially because it not only affects their business it may also affect them personally. They really do need legal help. Check the news paper and you'll see all the challenges … (6 comments)
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ced: How to get the ultimate edge in business - 02/25/08 07:50 PM
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Getting every edge we can is so important when you are in business for yourself or you're an independent contractor. What if you had an edge that nobody else had? What if you were able to do something so important for your clients that they would … (0 comments)
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ced: The stuff we all have in common - 02/24/08 11:12 PM
It's not the wild wild west but it certainly does seem like it with all the stuff that's going on in our society. Just keep watching the news and you can see that stuff happens in the lives of ordinary people. Teachers, pastors, doctors, constructions workers, laborers, insurance agents, Realtors...You name … (3 comments)
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ced: It's really getting bad out there - 02/22/08 05:45 AM
Believe me when I say it's getting bad out there. The need for Legal help is being talked about more than ever before. Every night on the news legal situations come up. Just the other day a tiger mauled some kids at the Zoo. Guess what, the family now has … (4 comments)
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ced: Are we real business owners? - 02/21/08 01:05 AM
Talking with small business owers everyday gives me tremendous insight. There has never been a time when I have as aware of the potential trouble every business owner faces just because they are in business. Think about your business for a moment. Can you think of something that could potentially put … (2 comments)
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ced: Starting late is better than not starting at all - 02/20/08 06:56 PM
Sometimes we get off to a late start even though the day started hours ago. What are we to do? Get with it... That's all we can do. Start when you're at your optimal peak for the day. It really is a good thing that I don't have a regular job. … (3 comments)
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ced: Handling the unexpected is no joke - 02/20/08 06:44 PM
Something significant happens and you don't know what to do. How many times has this happened in our lives and we were caught off guard? Would a legal matter become a humongous concern for you? Where would you get the money? Would you have to refinance? Would you have to borrow from savings, friends, relatives or all … (2 comments)
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ced: The events of life have got me thinking - What about you? - 02/20/08 06:17 PM
When I first heard the term "doing whatever it takes", I didn't think it would really be doing some of the things I do today to make the best life possible for my family. Now don't get me wrong, all the the things I do are moral and ethical. I have … (3 comments)
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ced: Going Out of Business - 02/19/08 12:21 PM
Have you ever wondered why your business wasn't doing so well during a particular season? If so you probably thought you were going out of business. When the phones stop ringing and customers stop coming in it's time to rethink why we're in business in the first place. In the … (9 comments)
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ced: Home Sweet...well not so sweet home... - 02/19/08 02:02 AM
Have you ever bought a home and discovered that things weren't perfect. I know you're probably saying "nobody expects a home to be perfect especially if it's not a brand new home." The reason I'm mentioning this today is because everytime we watch the news these days, we see and … (0 comments)
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ced: Something I learned marketing online - 02/18/08 07:28 PM
I've just discovered something that I think is worth sharing. There are many who have learned to market online with a sense of decorum that I am honored to be apart on the online marketing scene. Although we don't all respond to each other's marketing pieces all the time, it's … (4 comments)
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ced: Who dictates life's events? - 02/18/08 02:20 PM
Wouldn't it be great to dictate the time and place where life events would take place? 'We all wish that was possible. Unexpected life events just seems to happen all around us but what can we do about it? We have a few choices. We can just hope and pray … (0 comments)
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ced: A good plan gone bad - 02/18/08 02:13 PM
There's nothing like a good plan gone bad. All the work we do to make sure everything works out right is tough to swallow when all of a sudden a wrench gets stuck in our spokes. Perhaps you've been there. Perhaps you've experienced what it is to see all of … (2 comments)
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ced: What she said totally surprised me - 02/18/08 01:54 PM
I was in a Small Biz Prayer Networking meeting today and I was pleasantly surprised that one of the networkers gave my business a shameless plug. It was totally unsolicited. Our networking friend just shared a testimony of how valuable her membership was and she wouldn't be caught without it. Several … (4 comments)
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ced: What if you fit their profile - 02/18/08 12:14 AM
Yet another day of great stories about Prepaid Legal. Just the other day I heard a fascinating story from a gentleman who was racially profiled. Because of his membership with Prepaid Legal Services he was able to contact an attorney right on the spot as the police office pulled him … (5 comments)
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ced: My personal legal help story - 02/17/08 06:25 PM
As much as I talk about legal help for everybody else, you would probably imagine I have a Prepaid Legal Membership. Well you're absolutely right. I wouldn't be without it.Here's my story. A few months ago I made a purchase online with a very reputable company whose products I thoroughly … (0 comments)
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ced: Immigration can be a big issue for our businesses - 02/17/08 06:00 PM
Listen to former Attorney General of Arizona, Grant Woods as he shares his views on immigration. Very interesting to say the least.
California and Arizona are at least two states that will be challenged on how they handle immigration. Who will be the victims of immigration? Will it be the employers or … (5 comments)
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ced: Business Owners Get Sued More Than You Think - 02/17/08 05:48 PM
Have you ever thought about what would happen to you if you got sued by a client? You might be saying that will never happen to me. I treat my clients fair and they just wouldn’t do that. I’m not saying that you don’t treat your clients with kid gloves. The … (4 comments)
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ced: Just listen to them and they will listen to you - 02/17/08 05:23 PM
It is simply amazing how information comes to me to let you know about what’s going on everyday. Today I was dropping my wife off at a doctors appointment. One of the nurses was sitting outside and admiring my car and we started talking. He’s the same nurse I’ve talked to … (2 comments)
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ced: Can You Predict When You'll Need Legal Help? - 02/16/08 03:29 PM
Can you predict the future? Do you know when you’ll need legal help? Can you name the person who will sue you someday? The answer is most likely no. Even the people who can predict the future are only right part of the time. It is sad but true that … (2 comments)
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ced: How can the FTC help? - 02/16/08 09:18 AM
Legal help for business owners is needed more today than ever. Are you familiar with the Red Flag Rule? You might want to take some time investigating it. The Federal Trade Commission has some awesome information for business owners.
There has never been a time in history where the small business owner … (5 comments)
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ced: From an entreprneurial pastor's perspective - 02/15/08 03:00 PM
There are many things a pastor considers about his leadership and the workers in a congregation. Of the things that are probably considered the least is the liability each individual adds. What I mean is when children come in for instance to a classroom, any incorrect actions by a teacher could … (3 comments)
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