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LinkedIn Company Page: Have You Created One Yet? - http://andreavahl.com

Posted by Small Business Tribe under Online Marketing
From http://andreavahl.com 4154 days ago
Made Hot by: Entrepreneurosaurus on December 18, 2012 4:13 pm

Of course, as a business person, you are probably already active on LinkedIn. You've built a network, joined some groups relevant to your business, and hopefully you are sharing information regularly on the site in order to forge new connections and to strengthen additional ones. Used correctly, Li Read More

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5 Tricks to Fast-Track Your Public Speaking Success

Posted by brook under Direct Marketing
From http://www.expertsandempires.com 4158 days ago
Made Hot by: NanoTechnologyMedia on December 18, 2012 3:15 pm

http://www.expertsandempires.com - Taking well-thought steps to elevate your speaking game will position you as an effective, credible business leader. When you master this skill, it will also have a positive impact on your bottom-line. Read More

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This Is How To Kill A $2bn Business

Posted by Sian Phillips under Global
From http://tweakyourbiz.com 4159 days ago
Made Hot by: Webdev1 on December 18, 2012 2:27 pm

By David Thomas

Writing as a journalist of efficiency, sustainability and good practise, the disintegration of Hostess Brands is telling and worth an article.

Q: How does a company as big and as pertinent to America as Hostess fail?

(Possible) A: Not caring about its brand or its future.
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5 Ways to Attract Shoppers for the Holidays—and Beyond

Posted by SBA.gov under Marketing
From http://www.sba.gov 4158 days ago
Made Hot by: JimmyJams on December 18, 2012 2:24 pm

By Rieva Lesonsky. Do you think it’s too late to attract holiday shoppers into your business? Whether you’re a retailer, a restaurant or a service provider such as a spa or hair salon, there are still plenty of holiday dollars to be had. The spending doesn’t stop after Christmas, either—consumers w Read More

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How Do You Gain the Trust of Your Home Business Target Market?

Posted by DiTesco under Online Marketing
From http://www.iblogzone.com 4157 days ago
Made Hot by: zioncampo on December 18, 2012 11:58 am

You might have no idea why people refuse to trust you. Use these tips to gain the trust of your target market."/>
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7 Negotiation Secrets of the Diamond Trade

Posted by CareersNJobs under Sales
From http://www.americanbusinessmag.com 4157 days ago
Made Hot by: maestro68 on December 18, 2012 6:01 am

I was a wholesale diamond trader for 25 years. I worked deep in the heart of the famous Forty-Seventh Street Diamond District of Manhattan. When I tell people this, the first thing they ask me is, “Is it true that you guys make handshake agreements for millions of dollars?” Read More

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Three Tips to Get More Speaking Engagements

Posted by lorinashbyron under Public Relations
From http://famousinyourfield.com 4157 days ago
Made Hot by: centrifugePR on December 18, 2012 4:27 am

Want to increase your win rate for speaking engagements? Go pro.
No, I don’t mean that you have to hire your own PR rep to pitch you as a speaker. You can increase your chances of being selected – and make it easier on yourself – by copying these techniques used by professional speakers’ bureaus. Read More

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Are You Making These 10 Fatal Mistakes with Your Small Business Website?

Posted by Adam_Gottlieb under Online Marketing
From http://frugalentrepreneur.com 4155 days ago
Made Hot by: LimeWood on December 18, 2012 3:58 am

Dear Small Business Owners, some of you really need to revamp your websites! Your website is your home base when it comes to your online presence and your online marketing. But, if you are making these mistakes, then yours could be turning customers away. Read More

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How to Give Great Client Gifts

Posted by HollyHanna under Customer Service
From http://www.theworkathomewoman.com 4158 days ago
Made Hot by: BIZantium on December 18, 2012 3:56 am

With the winter holidays just right around the corner, it’s time to think about investing in gifts for your clients. Sending them a token of your appreciation can go a long way toward building the trusting relationship you need to keep customers coming back. Read More

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