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What Makes An MLM Business A Scam?	Author	Ivan Brown
Why is it that so many people join mlm businesses and never make any money? Worse yet, why is it that people all over the world will fall for one mlm scam after another?

Your New Career is Just 1 Click Away.	Author	stkchz
Get Rich Quick Scams RevealedRead this article before you consider paying for a

Business card design: Mind over machine ?	Author	Danny Presutti
Provides valuable information on how to get a good business card design. Also compares different options available to consumers and suggest the right ones to choose.

Direct Mail – Not What it Used to Be	Author	Joy Gendusa
The Effective Use of Direct Mail to Increase Your Bottom Line

Direct Mail Marketing Done Correctly, Cannot Fail	Author	Joy Gendusa
Do it the right way and laugh all the way to the bank

Does Your Marketing Plan Need Changing?	Author	Joy Gendusa
How does “if it ain’t broke don’t fix it” apply to marketing?

Are Articles Needed for Google Adsense Cash	Author	davidj
The main secret behind making money from Google Adwords/Adsense program is content. There is no shortcut. Content is the first step behind any successful money making website.

A History of Jewelry	Author	Karen Whiteley
When did we first begin wearing jewelry? What purpose did it signify at the time? When was the first ring or token given to express a form of marriage or union, or perhaps to seal a treaty?

IT Outsourcing	Author	Scott Naxton
If you are looking for cheap software development then outsourcing is the best option

Business Marketing Strategy	Author	Joy Gendusa
Take your business to the next level

Comprehensive Marketing Details Not Found in Beginner Books	Author	Joy Gendusa
Veteran Marketer reveals the tricks of the marketing trade

Opening Sentences That Close the Sale	Author	kthack
Don't stop after you create inviting headlines. Keep the momentum going by writing intriguing opening sentences, too. You'll help convert more site visitors into paying customers.

Business Goal Setting and Then Following Through	Author	Joy Gendusa
Implement a great idea with the right know-how to get you where you want to go

Is Internet Marketing Saturated?	Author	Jerry Lunsford
To some there may appear to be an overwhelming amount of products and opportunities advertised on the web. So much so that new marketers may feel they don't have a chance of success. This article hopes to put this in proper perspective.

Cash in with Google Adsense and Youtube Videos	Author	Ivan Wong
There is an easy and effective way to make money with Youtube videos and Google Adsense.

Diamond Promise Ring – An oath of adherence	Author	Akhil
Diamond promise ring is a promise to love, cherish and commitment for ever. It is given before an engagement date as a promise to be married at a later future date, without breaking the rule of promise while accepting the diamond promise ring.

Basic Marketing Dope	Author	Joy Gendusa
Marketing is really easy once you have the basics…

An Internet Marketing Strategy that Works	Author	Joy Gendusa
Why waste money on the internet when you can do it right?

Network Marketing - Understanding Your Target Market	Author	rickw
Network Marketing is no different to any other business. In order to succeed it is essential to understand your target market. Promoting your opportunity to the wrong audience will drain your cashflow and eventually force you out of business. But it is amazing how many network marketers are unaware of this basic marketing principle.

2 Step Marketing	Author	Joy Gendusa
Marketing is as simple as 1,2…

Why Do 95% Of People Fail At Network Marketing?	Author	rickw
This article explores why so many people are failing in the network marketing industry, and argues that the probability of success could be considerably increased with the use of a truly duplicatable MLM business system.

Effective Client Communication	Author	Paul McCord
Marketing to past clients can greately increase your sales. But if your communciations don't catch your client's interest, you may be training them to ignore you.

Steps To Better Project Procurement and Management	Author	amitkhemka
The article describes steps to be undertaken in order to procure, execute, deliver and manage projects more efficiently.

plumbing Techniques	Author	John Parker
If your plumbing fixtures drain slowly, the problem may be a clogged vent. This happens when vents are improperly located and when birds or animals deposit debris in the vent where it exits the roof.

Making Your Website Affiliate Friendly	Author	Jerry Lunsford
Ever go to a website and couldn't make heads or tales of it? Possibly it was littered with advertisements in the form of flashing banner ads or pop-ups? What did you end up doing? If you are like me..

MLM can overcome its problems!	Author	Jag
MLM has actual and image problems. However, there are companies that have been careful to solve and overcome these. The important point is to find the right ones.

MLM’s that deliver on a very important dream.	Author	Jag
MLM’s sell two dreams, the one you usually see in their brochures of happy couples on the beach, in fancy boats, in front of massive houses or about to fly off into the blue yonder and the less publicized one of an ongoing income. Of the two, the second unglamorous one is by far the more important. The question is how do you find the right company.

Using Podcasts for Marketing Buzz	Author	Philip Nicosia
Since the iPod was launched in 2004, Apple has sold over 40 million units. That’s a huge market, and because of the development of the podcast, it’s also a brand new marketing arena for companies to conquer.

Super Affiliate Fuel	Author	Esther Smith
Companies wishing to attract Super Affiliates must be willing to offer them something extra; higher commissions or conversion rates. This knowledge alone should encourage anyone to seek the fuel needed to become “in demand”.

Increase the Number of Referrals for Your Small Business	Author	Rosanna Tussey
You are probably familiar with saying that there is no advertisement like a satisfied customer. Isn't that the truth! How many times have you tried something that someone you trusted recommended to you? Your associate’s satisfaction with a particular vendor, product, service, etc. can motivate you to try it for yourself, often with the same positive results. The question is how can you make this principle work for your business to obtain the benefit of receiving more referrals?

Five Tips for Link Trading	Author	Nicole Peters
Link trading is a great, free way to promote your small or home-based business. However, many links pages are crowded with inappropriate or disorganized links, taking away from the professionalism of the website. Here are a few tips to make your links page work for you:

3 Reasons Why Every Business Needs A Newsletter	Author	Deanna Mascle
There are many benefits you and your business can reap from publishing your own newsletter.

The 2 Most Common Mistakes When Writing With Keywords	Author	kthack
There are two mistakes almost every amateur search engine copywriter makes. Let's take a look at each one.

Attracting Good Affiliates	Author	Jerry Lunsford
By Jerry Lunsford Good affiliates can be hard to get. There could be any number of reasons for this, but I am going to focus on what I believe is the one major problem that prevents someone from attracting good affiliates.

A Price Comparison of the Four Major Cellular Companies – Part I	Author	Robert E. Campbell
This article gives the reader an easy-to-follow cost comparison of the four major cellular service providers based on the number and type of minutes offered at several price levels. Dropped calls and coverage depend on geography and are, therefore, outside the scope of this discussion.

A Price Comparison of the Four Major Cellular Companies – Part II	Author	Robert E. Campbell
This article gives the reader an easy-to-follow cost comparison of the four major cellular service providers based on the number and type of minutes offered at several price levels. Dropped calls and coverage depend on geography and are, therefore, outside the scope of this discussion.

Want to Become A Super Affiliate In Niche Markets?	Author	ken sharp
38 million people have put up their very first websites online this year 2005 alone. It is estimated that by 2008, the internet sales industry will top then dollar bank. And to think, majority of those sites will be offering different affiliate programs for people to choose and participate into.

Loan Officer Training: Are You Still Waiting for Business?	Author	Average Joe LO
Loan Officers, find out why getting loans from realtors can be a real chore. Here are some solutions.

How to Make Your Affiliate Program Work	Author	ken sharp
Before joining an affiliate program, look at the products they are selling. Are their products of good quality? Also look at the website they are selling them on. Is their website professional looking? check out their shopping cart too, make sure it is secure and up to standards.

Can you play charades?	Author	SimonR
We're often told that only 7% of what we say is done by words. Where does this figure come from, what does it mean and is it reliable? This article gets to the bottom of it, and sorts the myth from the facts.

Encouraging Contact	Author	Martin Day
Many promoters pull out all the stops to fill a venue but then miss the opportunity to maintain contact. With a little bit of effort and minimal costs it doesn't have to be that way.

What Market Research Will Tell You	Author	Martin Day
What will the results of market research tell a business? This article highlights how information gained from market research can really help your business

Marketing: Your Brand Is About More Than Just Good Looks	Author	Dean Mercado
A brand is more than just your company’s name or logo. It’s more than just the look of the packaging of your product. In a nutshell your ”Brand” is the culmination of everything your prospect’s 5 senses can pick up on about you. Let's explore this further.

9 Marketing Credos for a Thriving Business	Author	Dean Mercado
Face it. There are tons of websites out there but very few that actually pull their weight and get results. That being said, here is a list of website design sins for your edification.

network marketing tips	Author	Nabil Khoury MD
Through the use of the Internet, network marketing is truly becoming a home-based business as it moves away from the marketing techniques of yesterday. Lead generation using Internet tools allows network marketers to avoid the call drop cards and networking clubs that characterized marketing in the past.

New Network Marketing Companies: You Can Predict the Future	Author	Nabil Khoury MD
Investigating a new network marketing company before joining can save you years of failure and frustration.

The Single Most Effective Marketing Strategy to Get Clients and Marketing Professional Services	Author	Michael Port
One of the main reasons that solo-professionals, service professionals and small business owners fail to build thriving businesses is that they struggle to articulate exactly what they do in this new vibrant, branded and authentic way…and most importantly what specific Invest-able Opportunities they bring to the table.

Your FAQ Page - A Sales Tool? You Bet!	Author	kthack
FAQ pages are generally well-trafficked areas of your site. With just a few adjustments, your FAQ page could become one of your leading sources for sales conversions.

Grow lights	Author	Ranbhir Bhalla
As the customers needs grew so did the store and its online presence. With a showroom in New Jersey and an online store, 77hydro is at the forefront introducing new innovations to make growing easier, more profitable and ultimately more enjoyable.

13 Tips To Make Your Website More Successful	Author	Raymond Johnston Jr
I have made a list of 13 tips that can help make your website more successful. Most of them are simple but quite effective at making your site more user friendly.

Failure Is Temporary	Author	Raymond Johnston Jr
Would you like me to give you a formula for...success? It's quite simple, really. Double your rate of failure... You're thinking of failure as the enemy of success. But it isn't at all...You can be discouraged by failure - or you can learn from it. So go ahead and make mistakes. Make all you can. Because, remember that's where you'll find success. On the far side of failure. Thomas J. Watson, Sr.

Profit From Reading	Author	Raymond Johnston Jr
Do you spend part of your day reading? If you are part of the internet marketing world and you answered no, you are making a big mistake.

Sanity, Are You Kidding?	Author	Raymond Johnston Jr
Do you have what it takes to be an ezine publisher? Someone told me the other day that anyone could become a newsletter or ezine publisher. That put me into some deep thought about the situation.

Think Beyond Today and Start Branding Your Future	Author	Raymond Johnston Jr
One of the subjects that has been thrown around a lot lately is branding. I guess it is something that I have done for years without realizing it. Yet once I really started thinking about it, I realized that it is something too many people spend no time or money doing.

Three Ways To Improve Your Business	Author	Raymond Johnston Jr
As a business owner, I am always trying to find ways to make my business run a little smoother. You will find thousands of articles and books that talk about the subject. Most of the time, you will find the same solutions rehashed over and over. Here are three that might not be on every list you see.

Will You Be an Internet Success Story	Author	Raymond Johnston Jr
The internet has completely changed the business world. It has changed the whole concept of how to be successful in a home business. It has also provided the opportunity for many to give up the 9 to 5 world and seek their dream on the internet. Some have made this transition seem easy and others continue to struggle.

Work and Preparation Equal Success and Confidence	Author	Raymond Johnston Jr
You have decided to start your own business on the internet. The first question is what do I do? What kind of service do I offer or what product do I sell. What field are you knowledgable in? What do you have to offer others? Am I qualified to help others?

Work For results	Author	Raymond Johnston Jr
The internet today comes with promises of wealth and fame. This allows many to dream of riches and notoriety. The opportunity is out there but the fact is that most people don't have a clue how to get there.

Multiply Your Sales Through Affiliate Programs	Author	John Carr
This article gives suggestions on starting and running affiliate programs.

Market Penetration and Niche Marketing	Author	Brian Yalung
In any industry, it would be the ideal dream of all people to be able to become the market leader in the industry they are catering to. But in most cases as well, most organizations have to face reality that to become a market leader entails a lot of investment, most of which are financial aids and time. Entering a market for the very first time, despite tons of knowledge and strategies does not necessarily mean that any organization or person for the matter will become an overnight success.

Your small Business Web Site	Author	Eve Jackson
A web site is a crucial ingredient of your marketing strategy because it can widen your target market to include anyone who has access to a computer and the internet. So, how can you reach some of those internet surfers, and how can you capture some of the billions spent in ecommerce?

Will People Really Read Your Small Business Web Site?	Author	Eve Jackson
Would it surprise you to know that most web site users won’t really read your web site? Jakob Nielsen and John Morkes found in a 1997 study that 79% will scan your web site, and only 16% read it word for word. So how do you write your website copy so it will be read?

How I Learned Marketing from Grandma (Based On True Events)	Author	Mr. Penn
Did you learn marketing and advertising at school? Well I learned it from grandma.

The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly Of Ebusiness	Author	Deanna Mascle
If you are considering starting your own internet business then you need to consider the good, the bad, and the ugly truths of ebusiness.

7 Reasons You Need To Blog For Your Business	Author	Deanna Mascle
As you can see there are several benefits to starting your own blog and RSS feed. If you can count that many benefits from an internet marketing technique that is also free and easy then you are foolish not to begin using it for yourself.

Differentiate or Die - 3 Keys to Eclipse Your Competition	Author	Dean Mercado
Quite frankly there are very few ways to really differentiate yourself from your competition. You make a great product, so do they. You provide top-notch customer service, they do too. So what can you do about it? Well, here are 3 keys you can start applying immediately to differentiate and separate yourself from the pack!

Networking for Success: The 3 Phases of Small Talk	Author	Dean Mercado
So you attend a networking event… you make eye contact with someone you want to meet, you approach them and introduce yourself… now what? Here are the 3 phases of small talk along with some actual dialogue samples you can use right away!

Sell Your Successes: 3 Techniques That Can Lower Your Marketing Costs & Energize Your Business	Author	Dean Mercado
Looking for simple marketing and sales techniques to differentiate your business from the competition? Well here are 3 key ones that will help you humanize and personalize your marketing and sales approach to draw prospects in like a magnet!

Jumpstart Your Marketing With The “Rule of 5”	Author	Dean Mercado
Are you seeing the results you want from your marketing efforts? This article presents a simple yet proven technique to give your marketing a steady boost!

Fear of Failure: For a Marketer, It’s the Kiss of Death	Author	Dean Mercado
Are you receiving less than stellar results in your marketing? Well the first step in fixing it is identifying the cause. This article discusses one of the top causes why many businesses do not reach their full potential.

Gowns-Fashion And Style	Author	kate
It discribes multifarious designs of gowns and dresses for prom nights, cocktail parties, homecomings, regular wear, spring wear, corporate wear and just about any occasion you can think of.

The Real Value of Online Marketing Tools & Those Freebies	Author	Rachel Gawith
The other day I happened upon a site where I was invited to subscribe to the webmaster's ezine. The webmaster purported to say that the newsletter had a value of $399 but I I would get it for free - who says the newsletter is worth $399 and what about all these other freebies...are they worth a cent

Copywriting for Search Engines - Keywords	Author	Eve Jackson
Your goal when copywriting for your web site is to get your site to the top three pages in the SERPs (search engine ranking placement). Any further back than the first three pages or thirty sites, and your site won’t be found because that’s where the average web site surfer stops—after just three pages of searching.

Effective & Affordable Ways To Boost Cell Phone Reception	Author	Robin Meyer
There are a variety of cell phone antennas and other cell phone accessories that can boost your cellular reception without breaking your budget.

Can Your Small Business Afford Not to Have a Web Site?	Author	Eve Jackson
I’ve been accused of being opinionated by more than one person in my life, but try as I might to work on that part of my personality, it remains pretty much the same. So, in this article, I’m going to discuss my “opinion” on one reason why, even if your target market is strictly local, your small business can’t afford not to have a web site.

The era of 'finger in the air' publications strategies is almost over	Author	Iain Plunkett
Introducing a new way for organisations to reduce the cost and risk of designing and printing a ide range of business publications on-demand.

The Marketing Shack: Express Your Marketing Ideas NOW!	Author	Brian Yalung
Marketing makes an organization go round. In fact, marketing makes the world go around. Unknown to most of us, marketing helps evolve a company. Effective and Practical Marketing practices will spell the difference between failure and success in any organization.

Benefits of Link Building	Author	Meenakshi Sharma
Link building is a laborious process, but if done properly it is most definitely worth the effort. Maximizing the number of web sites that link to your web site is one of the most important factors to successful online marketing.

Electronic Signature Solutions - Custom or 3rd Party	Author	Isaac Bowman
Many businesses, in an effort to reduce costs and improve efficiencies, are turning to electronic signatures. Keeping files electronic from creation through distribution and signature and into networked storage helps to eliminate expenses in almost every aspect of the business. Deciding how to implement an electronic signature solution into the business can be a daunting task.

PKI – Old Technology has a New Rival	Author	Isaac Bowman
Currently, when most people think of digital signature capturing the first technology that comes to mind is Public Key Infrastructure or (“PKI”). However, the old guard of PKI is a dying technology. PKI is a good solution with serious limitations that will hinder and impede its continued growth. PKI is both expensive to implement and expensive to maintain. PKI is also time consuming. Professionals do not want to slow down the sales cycle to send someone to a third party certificate authority just to make a sale.

How to Create Your Own Small Business Press Kit	Author	Eve Jackson
In last week’s article, we talked about why your small business needs a press kit. Because they’re not just for the press, I prefer to call them small business information package. To recap, you need a small business information package to augment your business card, which has only limited information about you and your company.

Ready to Do Marketing Full Time? 10 Important Points to Consider	Author	Olga Farber Becker
So, your income from your marketing efforts starts to be somewhat tangible. Or you just see that you could grow your income much more than if you keep your job - focusing on your marketing activities only. Count me in. ;)

What Do You Need to Know Before You Design Your Own Logo?	Author	Karen Saunders
What elements make a successful logo? Here are 10 logo design tips that professionals use.

Small Business Networking to Get More Clients and Market Professional Services	Author	Michael Port
There is good news! The Book Yourself Solid Small Business Networking Strategy operates from an entirely different perspective; it’s all about connecting and sharing with others. All that’s necessary is to shift your perspective from one of scarcity and fear to one of abundance and love.

Tips on How to Get More Clients and Market Professional Services with Affiliate Fees and Rewards Pro	Author	Michael Port
One of the main reasons that solo-professionals, service professionals and small business owners fail to build thriving businesses is that they struggle to articulate exactly what they do in this new vibrant, branded and authentic way…and most importantly what specific Invest-able Opportunities they bring to the table.

Do You Have a Business Opportunity Intake Process?	Author	Michael Port
A business opportunity intake process is a must have for ALL but especially for solo-professionals, service professionals and entrepreneurs who are constantly looking for and attracting new and exciting opportunities.

Copywriting Makeover: Subtle Changes Make A Noticeable Difference Part 1 of 2	Author	kthack
Changing a few words in your copy can lead to double-digit increases in conversions. If that sounds like a bunch of hype, stick around and I'll show you how it's done.

Copywriting Makeover: Distinction and Benefits Part 2 of 2	Author	kthack
Changing a few words in your copy can lead to double-digit increases in conversions. If that sounds like a bunch of hype, stick around and I'll show you how it's done.

Marketing: Your Brand Is About More Than Just Good Looks	Author	Dean Mercado
A brand is more than just your company’s name or logo. It’s more than just the look of the packaging of your product. In a nutshell your ”Brand” is the culmination of everything your prospect’s 5 senses can pick up on about you. Let's explore this further.

Internet Marketing: 10 Deadly Sins of a Poorly Designed Website	Author	Dean Mercado
Face it. There are tons of websites out there but very few that actually pull their weight and get results. That being said, here is a list of website design sins for your edification.

Market Research – How Good Is The Data?	Author	Martin Day
There are many research companies conducting research with the help of the general public. Paid for completing surveys is now big business but how good is the data?

Wise Man Marketing	Author	Martin Day
If you find advertising expensive, feel concerned that the effectiveness of your marketing campaigns are difficult to measure, then discover marketing's wolf in sheep's clothing.

Relevancy - The New Black For Online Marketing?	Author	Martin Day
Online marketing is beyond saturation. For online marketing to be effective it needs to be relevant. Discover why and how to implement highly focused and targeted marketing.

Why Is Market Research Important?	Author	Martin Day
Ever wondered why people do market research, does it really help a business? This article highlights why market research is important for any business.

Making Yourself Memorable: Create A Stunning Powerpoint Presentation	Author	Christina Greenway
Did you know that using a PowerPoint presentation can be one of the most effective ways to address a large group of people? With such a variety of learning styles, using a visual presentation allows you to reach a large group of people – particularly those who need to see it to believe it.

Preparing Your Business For January	Author	Adam Senour
The month of January presents a unique opportunity for intelligent entrepreneurs. Because of the increase in business that the holiday season provides, most businesses tend to neglect or reduce their marketing efforts throughout the winter months, electing to focus their energy on the spring and summer months instead.

Ten Reasons Why Online Surveys Are The Future Of Marketing	Author	Martin Day
Learn how online surveys can be used to market to the online generation, it's quick, easy and low cost.

Top 5 Tips For Effective Email Marketing	Author	Robert Burko
Learn how to avoid common traps and send effective email marketing campaigns that deliver powerful results.

Write Website Copy That Sells - Try a Little Flesh with Your Flash	Author	The Rezon8or
Writing with technology makes sense, but writing for people still makes the sale. Here are two great ways to connect with people across broadband and create copy that sells.

Permission Email Marketing Tips for Offline Small Business Owners	Author	Robert Burko
Is your offline small business ready for email marketing? Read some effective tips and learn how your offline small business can benefit from this powerful online marketing tool.

Capture Clients with Words That Hook and Graphics That Kick!	Author	Karen Saunders
Take these 5 design/marketing tips to heart. Using them consistently will save you time in the long run and attract more customers.

Marketing Techniques... What Works & What Doesn't for the PC Repair Business	Author	Jim Shutes
I have been involved with computers for many years. I have a PC repair, troubleshooting, and networking background. So, when I wanted to start my own PC Repair business, I thought, “How hard could it be? You just hang a shingle, design a website and post it, maybe place a newspaper ad, get a Yellow Pages ad, and hang a few signs around town. I would be SWIMMING in business! In fact, I need to start looking, right now, for help handling all of my new business!” Well, that wasn’t the case. In fact, that was so far from the case that I almost starved to death trying to figure out what went wrong.

Business Marketing Strategy that Double Results through 5 Simple Questions	Author	Leanne Hoagland-Smith
Do you have a proven marketing formula as you construct your marketing messages? Believing simplicity is best; maybe it’s time to rethink your marketing strategy by asking yourself these 5 questions?

Building Inbound Links	Author	Adam J. Thompson
Arguably, the hardest part of gaining top search engine rankings is building quality backlinks pointing to your site. Getting a sufficient quantity of quality links is a challenge. In this article, we'll discuss a few methods that can help you build more quality links.

Keeping Your Customers Through Loyalty Marketing	Author	Trevor Marshall
What exactly is the best-kept secret behind incredibly successful businesses? Is it keeping up with the trends? Having an excellent workforce that will make sure your company is working in tip top shape? Or having a loyal client base who will not only keep on going back to you whenever they need your products or services? Loyal clients are also the ones who will help your company get more attention from other people through good word of mouth.

Can you play charades?	Author	SimonR
We're often told that only 7% of what we say is done by words. Where does this figure come from, what does it mean and is it reliable? This article gets to the bottom of it, and sorts the myth from the facts.