TIP #1: Efficient time management is essential for small business owners. At the end of each day, make a list of 5-10 things that you plan to do the next day. This will help to set the tone for the next day, keep you from ‘mulling over' things that need to be done and give you a sense of accomplishment as tasks are completed.

TIP #2: When searching in most browsers and word processing programs, press Control+F to search the displayed document for specific words. Using Control+F makes internet research much faster than scanning long documents and web pages manually.

TIP #3: Why not send out weekly tips to your current customers? Keep in contact once a week with helpful tips on marketing, real estate or business. Use tips supplied by RTV in our monthly eNews (Hint: Sign up on our virtual tour home page) or create your own.

TIP #4: Whether communicating with prospects, title companies, borrowers, or underwriters, add your picture to your emails. Why? Because your picture reminds them you're a person. In the typed text of e-mail, you can't see other people's faces or hear them speak. Anonymity inhibits some people. e-mail is an extremely important tool for maintaining contact. Use it to strengthen your business.

See also: How to Create an AWESOME Email Signature