The Business Start Up Facts Finding Details

A lot of people in many advanced countries are now coming home to work. Home-based offices are becoming the wave of the future. Tens of thousands of workers are opting for this way of life, a life in which they can make their own hours, commute to work in seconds, make their own choices to become their own bosses. For  many the home office is becoming the location for a full-time job and the primary source of income. For others it is a part-time venture. Many start on a part-time basis and grow their business into a full-time operation. Current figures available indicate that the percentage of self-employed working from home jumped by almost 6% to approximately 90 million worldwide.
While working at home has an almost irresistible appeal to many, and many have some big misconceptions of what it is like, here is some very useful information that can help you get started successfully.

Legalities of Working at Home

Zoning
Before setting up your new business it would be advisable to check on the legal status of your business.
You need to check zoning laws for your community which may dictate if you can legally operate a business from home.
We realize that many businesses never check on zoning for their home-based business and chances that they ever get into difficulties with the law are probably pretty slim.

If there are no changes in structure and you do not have customers and or employees enter your home, regulations will tend to be far more easy.
 Laws and regulations change from community to community, but the following 5 factors will generally be regulated items:
1. Separate business and private entrances.

2. Square footage of the home which is taken up by commercial space.

3. Employees working in the home.

4. Certain occupations such as jewelry or clothing

5. Storage of commercial goods, especially any hazardous materials.
Here is an important suggestion: keep relations with your neighbors on a friendly basis. Your neighbors will soon become aware that you are working at home. Some may even be envious, and yes, unfortunately zoning authorities will generally become aware of home office zoning infractions through a "friendly neighbor".
Business License
Most cities or counties require businesses to be licensed.
Some home-operated businesses, however, are not required to have a business license.
Check with your local City or County Clerks Office to obtain regulations for your locality.
D.B.A. Registration
If you are using your own name as your business name it will not need to be registered, but if you use any other name, or even your abbreviated name, almost all localities require that you register the name.
This is called a fictitious  name registration or D.B.A. "Doing Business As" registration. If your name is:
Randy M Jones and your name your business Raymond John or Raymond M John Enterprise you will not have to register it, but if you call it: RMJ Enterprises you will generally have to register the name.
Most states have a name search bureau which is a part of the state government.
You will generally be able to call this office to see if a given name has already been registered to someone else in the state.
This is important to do, or it could be costly later. If you give your business a name which is already registered to another company, the other company may demand, and even take legal action to make sure you comply, that you cease to use the name.
Your Company as a Legal Entity
Businesses are most commonly set-up as one of the following entities:
The Sole Proprietorship

Incorporation

Partnership

Most new businesses choose the Sole Proprietorship. It is the least complicated.

It requires no paperwork.

 The proprietor you, or you and your spouse as the owner, or owners, are taxed for all net profit from your business.

You add the income of the business to other income, or deduct the business loss from other income.

Your tax adviser can give you specific information.

The disadvantage of the Sole Proprietorship is that as the owner you can be held fully liable in a lawsuit. An incorporation, on the other hand, will give you some protection. In this case the "INC" rather than you is the legal business entity. If you are starting a business that tends to have liability exposure the corporation may be the way to go. In this and other legal questions, only your attorney can give you competent legal advice. Partnerships are generally chosen when unrelated individuals own a business. A partnership should be set up by an attorney, or all kinds of problems can develop later.

Have a wonderful day.

More About Solar Power And Its Uses

Today, a very popular alternative energy source is solar power. Sunlight can be converted into energy with the use of solar power systems.

The ways to generate energy vary and different methods are being followed to meet the needs of people everyday. Can you imagine living one day without electricity?  That’ll be very hard and unpleasant.

In the past couple of years, people have talked about solar power and you can see a wealth of information online.

The reasons why people became suddenly interested in solar energy is because of the ever increasing electric bills, depletion of fossil fuel reserves, and the environmental problems (i.e. global warming, the hole in the ozone layer, etc.).

These three concerns can be addressed by solar power and not only that, you can also save money in the long run after you’re initial investment on the installation of the solar power system.

Energy requirements of commercial and domestic establishments can be handled by efficient power systems.

Some places who don’t have easy access to conventional power sources usually opt for solar power.




Luxury boats and recreational vehicles also make use of solar power. A small percentage of homes in the US also make use of solar power. You can now find solar powered generators, cookers, lights, garden fountains, etc. You can easily create your own solar panels through DIY kits that cost anywhere from $200 to $300.

Once you’ve assembled the solar panels, you can now have renewable energy and the good thing about these power systems is that they require little maintenance.

Solar panels are bulky and ugly to look at especially if you place them on the rooftop. But with the availability of photovoltaic cells and shingles, the ‘size’ problem was effectively addressed.

You no longer need to install bulky solar panels because the photovoltaic shingles are perfect for your home. The shingles are sometimes called photovoltaic tiles. The energy produced can be used for heating the house and water.

You can even heat the water of your pool using solar power. The energy created by the photovoltaic cells and shingles is just like conventional electricity.

Are you familiar with solar water pumps? In remote places, the water pumps are powered by sunlight. Windmills are quite popular when it comes to powering water pumps but now, solar power has become a viable alternative as well.

When you use solar power, you can benefit as long as the system works properly and efficiently. Don’t cut off your existing electricity supply. Since solar power is not that efficient (especially if you’re using the DIY solar power systems), you need to use it in conjunction with the traditional energy source.

Just in case something goes wrong, you can turn to the other alternative. By using solar power, you will notice a substantial decrease in the electric bill in the coming months especially if you’re using solar power indoor and outdoor.

Take advantage of the special programs, grants, and loans offered by the federal government for people who want to try solar power. Rebates are also given to individuals who are able to consume a certain amount of solar power.

Solar power has many uses and it is not just limited for home or office use. Discover other ways to use solar power. Use it now to help address the three concerns mentioned earlier.

7 Smart Tips To Improve Traffic From The Search Engines

Getting high website rankings is key in online Business - otherwise, there may be no one to buy your products,Because they cant see it! Today is going to hit on the extremely broad question of how to get higher search engine rankings.

Unfortunately, there is no single answer to this question. It's one  question that would take hours to properly discuss, and there are hundreds of e-books on the topic.

But, I can definitely show you the simple basic steps as usual and I will tell you what you need to be working on and all things you'll go into in further details in the future.

Now To What Search Engines Want...... Google is the major search engine with over 60% Patronage, meaning what they want, we have to give them. Yahoo Search ,Bing, Ask and Dogpile are great engines too, but they just don't have the volume and patronage that Google enjoys, and for the most part the algorithms are very similar across them.

As for what Google wants, they've never been privy to tell us their search ranking details, but we have been able to speculate quite a bit - here's a list of some of the things we do know:

1.  Inbound Links - The original algorithm that made Google what it is today is the one that taught the web how to rank sites by how many links they get from other sites.

In particular, Google ranks you by the links you get from authority, reference, and related sites to your website. They don't like link exchanges or link farms and they definitely don't like empty pages with unrelated content linking to you.

They however do like .gov and .edu sites because of their reputation and high Page Rank sites, and content rich sites that are very related to your niche to link to you.

2. Navigation Structure - Your pages should all be linked so that you can reach any other page on your site with ease. Remove any dead-end links, and don't have any links nested more than 3 pages deep in the structure.

3. Content Quality - More and more, Google's spiders are learning how to tell if your content is of a decent quality, Quality Content is the Best.

4,  Keyword Density - Keyword density is far less of a factor than it once was, but it still stands out as a big part of the process. You'll need to ensure keywords appear in your Title Tags, META tags, your headings on the page, and within inbound links you have pointing at your site. Closeness and placement on your page are also important as it shows the relative value of that keyword.

5. Outbound Links - Links are fantastic coming in, but they can be valuable going out too. If you're referencing quality, related sites in your niche, it will show that you intend on providing your visitors with quality and valuable information.

6. Clean Pages, Codes and  HTML - Messy HTML that isn't verified and has bad tags will not necessarily hurt you much  though, but it sure won't help to rank better. There are conventions here that are too complex for a short message, but you'll want to have a programmer or someone that understands HTML to clean up any code you use on your sites if it's old or doesn't perform well.

7. Using LSI..(latent semantic indexing) and other natural language filters to gauge the way your keywords are laid out and how the content is formatted, they can tell if you're writing for a ranking or for useful content. 

 

The result is that most pages need to be at least about 400 words now, keyword density needs to stay below 4% and content needs to be topic related. Getting high search rankings is a long process that requires patience and an expert eye for content development, keyword researching and then Implementation.

However, if you do it right, you'll find more value in your organic search listings than any single PPC campaign could ever provide as traffic will pour in repeatedly without any additional costs.

while I've taken you through and explained how to do Website optimization like the pro's do above, You can also learn and work on building good links, just like Networking, Which is one of the things Google and other engines loves a lot. Have a Pleasant Day

The Importance Of Solar Power And Preventing Global Warming

Who wouldn’t want to get a lifetime supply of free electricity?

Well, that can be realized only if you install a dependable and durable solar power system. Solar power is free but only after the installation of the power system.

 Conventional electricity comes from the burning of fossil fuels that in turn contribute to global warming. The effects of global warming are quite evident nowadays.

Many people are now interested in saving the environment to prevent the devastating effects of pollution. One way to decrease pollution and environmental concerns is through the use of solar power.

Solar power can be used in different ways especially in households. You can use it for lighting, for cooking, for heating the house, and many others.

Utility bills are very expensive and you can cut it down by installing a solar power system.

The system has solar panels that collect sunlight and converts the energy of the sun into electricity. You can readily use the electricity or it can be stored in the batteries.

The sun’s raw energy can’t be used to power homes and it needs to be converted first through the inverter. If you have a solar powered house, you can make use of renewable and clean electricity.

Even if you can’t cut off your traditional electrical supply, you will be able to reduce the consumption thereby helping the environment.

 Electricity is generated by burning fossil fuels that contribute to pollution and global warming.

The supply of fossil fuels is also decreasing and the world might face electricity shortage soon if they don’t conserve energy. It would be best to start using solar power now.

Through the efforts of SEPA (Solar Electric Power Association), the public is made aware of the many benefits of solar powered homes.

This is the best time to make substantial efforts to save the environment. Solar power can’t possibly replace conventional energy sources today but who knows.

If the technological advancements can help in the enhancement of solar power systems, perhaps in the near future the whole world can go green.

Pollution is widespread and it poses a great threat to the world. By reducing traditional electricity consumption, you can also lessen pollution.

Solar power can provide clean, renewable, and free electricity. It doesn’t produce harmful emissions. You can enjoy free electricity as long as the system is working properly and as long as the sun rises.

The solar power systems are not that expensive these days. In fact, you already get a solar power kit for as low as $200. Still, the large solar panels are expensive.

The federal government in the US offers incentives, loans, grants, rebates, and other financial options to help homeowners in installing a power system.

Take advantage of these financial options so that you can start helping the environment.

Solar power systems can serve your home for about twenty years when properly maintained.

It’s like an entire lifetime if you start now.

If every home around the world patronizes solar power, global warming can be greatly reduced and Mother Nature can heal herself.

Try to learn more about solar power and if you can afford to install a system at home or in the office, don’t hesitate because you’re doing the world a favor and you also get a lot of benefits.

How To Become A Successful Computer Business Consultant

Start-up Investment
Low - $0 (consulting for existing clients), High - $5,000 (setting up an office and advertising)
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Break-even time - Immediate to one year
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Estimate of Annual Revenue and Profit

Revenue $50,000 - $250,000, Profit (Pre-tax - $40,000 - $200,000)
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A Computer on Every Desk?

With the advent of PCS, computer systems are now accessible to small and mid-sized companies. Very few businesses, no matter how small, can not afford to ignore the growing demand for instant information and finger-tip response to their clientele. 

Computerization is a standard tool of competition and, if used correctly, should rapidly pay for itself in a reduction of man hours and an increase in efficiency.

Most companies have to computerize in order to "keep up with the Jones" but many small and mid-sized businesses haven't the slightest idea which of the myriad of available hardware and software makes the most sense in terms of their own business. 

And ...this creates a natural marketplace for the computer consultant. The demand for these services keeps growing by leaps and bounds.

Computer consultants serve two basic functions:
Selecting the appropriate computer system, including hardware, software, networks and peripherals. This is a one-time project and vital to the success of the automation process. 

Most business people are afraid of spending thousands of dollars for an inadequate or incomplete system. A consultant maps out the strategy for the appropriate system and the most effective and efficient software. 

Integrating the computer into day-to-day operations. A consultant may be used on a on-going basis as upgrades in software occur or then network needs to be expanded.


A computer makes a business so much more efficient and productive that is pays for itself. Computer consultants not only help businesses realize this potential but a computer consultant's expertise should make the process much less stressful and the transition processes more comfortable and easier to accept.

Overhead Is Minimal

The only inventory you need is what's stored away in your brain: education and on-hands experience are your greatest assets. Like most computer experts, you probably already own your own PC and that's the only equipment necessary for start-up.

The more involved systems work will come on-site as you design and install your client's more sophisticated hardware and software. 

The lion's share of your start-up expenses will be advertising and marketing your services. Because your work will be exclusively on-site at your corporate customer's locations, it will not be necessary, especially in the beginning, to have an outside office.

Not only will your costs be kept at a minimum by working from your home, but you can deduct office-at-home expenses off your taxes for the percentage of your home you convert into office space, but be sure to use that area of your home exclusively for your work. 

When you begin your marketing efforts, do your homework and find out the type of customer who is truly in need of your services.

Most undoubtedly, you will want to target mid-sized corporations. The big boys probably have permanent on-site computer experts and the little guys probably can't afford you. Make your marketing as effective as possible by doing some legwork before you begin. 

You will also want to look long and hard at your areas of expertise. Do you have a specialty or are you an across-the-board type of computer expert? Should you target a specific industry?

Can you easily recommend the proper system to an accountant as you can for a trucking company? Geography plays a major part in identifying potential clientele. If your specialty market is scattered all over the country, you'll want to advertise on a wide-scale. 

If you are the across-the-board expert, you can target a specific location. Keep in mind, the closer to home you're working, the less of your capital will be eaten up with travel expenses. It is very important to establish on-going relationships with your clientele. 

Many companies pay their consultant a retainer good for a few hours per month in order to have a standing opportunity to ask questions or upgrade programming.

This is often a less expensive option for your clients than hiring a full-time staff person. You will need to let your clients know how you can help them in their day-to-day operations and set up a flexible enough schedule so that you will be able to work within their parameters. 

Working on this basis with a number of companies will guarantee you some regular income and cut back on marketing expenses.

Best wishes, Have a wonderful time and stay Productive.

Understanding Solar Power Better

Perhaps everyone knows what solar power is. For many years, solar power has been used but because of the inefficiency of the gadgets being used, it can’t be utilized to its fullest potential.

Researchers and scientists are continuously making improvements so that even ordinary people can now use solar power for their homes and for businesses.


 If you’re looking for solar power info, you’ve come to the right place.



To understand solar power better, you must know some of its components. Firstly, take a look at photoelectric or photovoltaic cells.

These cells are responsible for converting the sun’s rays into electricity. The solar panel contains photovoltaic cells that produce the needed energy.


With a square meter of the solar panel, you can already generate enough electricity to light a 100w light bulb.

Solar power can heat water in your homes as well. You will simply install glass panels on the roof and that’s heat. A solar power thermal system can benefit you a lot by decreasing your monthly electric bills.

Are you familiar with solar furnaces? It makes use of mirrors to capture sunlight and provides high temperatures.

When using solar power, you need to know its good points and bad points. Solar energy can help in reducing pollution and waste.

You will no longer depend on fuels for energy and the best feature of all is that it is totally free (that is, once you’ve installed a solar power system).

Small villages that are located far from conventional energy sources can surely benefit from solar power. In sunny countries, solar power can be used to the fullest but since resources are limited, very few are able to enjoy its benefits.

Solar power is renewable and it can be used for different purposes. Examples are solar calculators, garden lights and fountains, and battery chargers. As long as the sun shines in the morning, you will get a renewable source of energy.

The problem faced by researchers today is that many places don’t get enough sunlight all throughout the year. The solar power devices can work more effectively in places where the sun is brightly shining.

Some places don’t enjoy too much sunlight and this is where solar power becomes unreliable.

 A very good example is United Kingdom. In the UK, solar power can only be used in low=powered or small devices.  

In the US particularly in California for example, solar power is used by many homes and establishments.

The Los Angeles area gets a lot of sunshine and because of this it’s much easier to generate solar energy.

California’s goal is to increase the use of solar power consumption to 10% in the coming years.

The use of solar power is being enhanced year after year with the advancements in technology. Scientists and researchers are discovering new ways to use solar power to the fullest.

Several years ago, using solar power was rather expensive but today, you can already enjoy its benefits for as low as $200.

The solar power systems kits are very affordable and you can use them to light your garden and other outdoor lights. If you can expand the system, you will soon be able to use it indoors.

You will know what solar power is by knowing its main uses.

So whenever you see the sun, you will know that energy can be generated from it through the use of special devices and equipments.

Have a great day.

Which Is Better, Solar Power Or The Use Of Generators?

Every year, the environmental problems are getting worse. Global warming, pollution, and other concerns are now very evident. Many environmentalists are now taking an active part in the hope of saving the world before it’s too late.

One way to effectively address such problems is by using solar power. With many households and establishments using generators to back up their power supply, which do you think is the best choice?  

Power failure happens in the most unexpected hours and so having a generator can provide the needed power. The portable generators are widely used and you can even find large generators that provide emergency power.

 If you want to help in reducing pollution and other environmental problems, why don’t you opt for solar power instead?

The initial cost is a very important consideration but you will also need to look in the benefits that you can gain the future.






 Installing a viable solar power system can be quite more expensive than just purchasing a portable generator.

 However, once you’ve installed the power system, you can already enjoy free unlimited power supply. Maintenance is minimal and you will not spend huge money on it.

You don’t need to buy fuel just to run the system because the energy of the sun fuels the solar power system. In a portable generator, you will need to buy fuel to run it and so you will continue to spend money to enjoy power supply.

Generators can be purchased easily, online or locally, and so it’s quite convenient to obtain them. On the other hand, solar power is not that convenient to install and purchase as well.

The market for solar power is rather small but because of the technological advancements, the market will soon grow. Today, the best way to obtain solar power kits is through the internet.

Anyone can settle for a little bit of inconvenience especially if huge benefits are involved. Besides, after the installation of the solar power system, you don’t need to monitor it often unlike in generators where you will refill the fuel, change the oil and filter, and two times servicing in a year.

The solar power system can last for twenty years even with minimal maintenance.

Both solar power and portable generators are efficient. However, when it comes to cost-efficiency, solar power is ahead. As long as the sun shines, energy can be generated.

The system can also store energy so that it can be used at night or during rainy days. In a generator, you will need to re-fuel from time to time. You will need to pay for the fuel every time.

Sunlight is free but fuel is not and so the cost efficient option is very obvious.

In terms of dependability, solar power and generators are almost the same. Solar power is best used in places where there is bright sunlight all throughout the year.

If the period of bad weather is lengthy, all the stored power can be consumed. Generators can be used whether it’s sunny or rainy but the problem lies with the source of fuel. If you can’t refuel the generator, it will not work.

It’s your choice whether you will use solar power or a portable generator. It all depends on your capacity to pay for the device.

You can further evaluate these two by reading this article Again carefully. Have a Wonderful Time.

How To Make Money With Video Tutorials And Freelancing Skills

#1: Turning Your Knowledge Into Video Tutorials 

 This method, just like the e-class and teleseminar methods, allows you to create yet another high-ticket product of your very own.  

Video tutorials are in high demand for all sorts of niches:
• Fitness and Exercise
• Computer learning
• Internet marketing
• Art and Music
• Sports, Hobbies, Recreation
 

Think about the types of things that people want to learn how to do like:
• Learning to build websites
• Learning how to use Photoshop
• Learning to play guitar
• Learning Karate or card tricks or new yoga poses
 

Any of these skills could be taught through a regular book or ebook; but, the material really comes through when it is taught through video. Live, in-motion demonstrations of what step to take, where to put your hands, what to click on...it’s the next best thing to taking an in-person class. 

Let's say you wanted to learn how to master a program like Photoshop. Photoshop goes very deep in terms of features and tools. Would you rather learn by looking back and forth between a book and your computer screen? Or would you rather watch as someone else moves their mouse through the program, showing you exactly what to do?
 

A lot of people prefer the latter. It’s much easier to follow along on your computer, as things unfold. Not only that, but many people are visual and/or kinesthetic oriented in their learning. That means they need to see and touch (or do) things in order to absorb new information efficiently. 

Same thing with learning Karate. It’s one thing to read about a 'roundhouse' kick, and quite another to see a roundhouse kick performed by a black belt as you follow along at home. Ok, so now you know why these products are truly in demand. You also need to know that video tutorials can earn you a lot more money than e-books in many cases. Again, it all comes down to perceived value. 

There is a higher perceived value for video products based not just on the benefits we outline earlier, but also on prevailing market conditions. You see, people are used to paying higher prices offline for videos. 

 

This is especially true of special interest titles, and titles which come as multi-DVD sets.
Whereas a new copy of “Shrek” on DVD might cost $20, the price for a “6 DVD set of tutorials on Yoga” can for anywhere between $60 to over $100. This is to your advantage. 

Creating Your Tutorials:
The 'hardest' part of the product creation process here comes down to “performing and recording”. You've got to come up with a “script”, so to speak. Then, you must record the actual material in action.
You can accomplish this one of two ways, depending on the type of content:
1. Create your tutorials using 'screen capture software' like CamStudio
2. Create your tutorials by video taping yourself or an assistant. 

How do you know which method to use? It’s fairly simple.
If you are creating a tutorial for computer-based activities like learning Photoshop or mastering Google Adwords, you'll use Camtasia to record all of the activities taking place right on your computer screen.
 

Alternatively, if you are creating a tutorial based on some physical action in need of demonstration, e.g. how to play a lick on guitar or how to do a gymnastic somersault, then you'll need to videotape that type of action using a camcorder. Easier said than done? 
 

It all depends on your technical skills, but this need not stand in your way. There are a couple different ways of getting the job done without you ever having to touch a camcorder or even your computer.
 

First, you can hire out the creation of your CamStudio-based tutorials.
 

There are freelance experts to be found at places like: Elance ( http://www.elance.com )
 

Rent A Coder ( http://www.rentacoder.com ) 
 

Guru ( http://www.guru.com ) or Even Fiverr.com
 

You can go to any of these sites and post a “request for bids” for your project. Qualified freelancers will bid on your project, and you'll be able to hire one of them to create the tutorials for you to your specifications.
 

Second, you can hire a professional videographer for your tutorials. A videographer can record you (or an assistant) performing the tutorial material. The nice thing about hiring a pro for this is that your videos will be higher quality in terms of lighting, background and sound quality.You can even have the final product professional edited, and jazzed up with music, splash screens, credits and the like.

Packaging Your Video Tutorials: 

The best practice in packaging is to break your tutorials up into several videos. This is both for
your benefit and your customer's benefit. Smaller (in terms of bandwidth and disk space) videos will be easier to deliver to the customer.

Likewise, you'll be able to charge a higher price when you can package the deal as, say, “A Complete Learning System Presented In Twelve, Step-by-Step Video Tutorials”

Also, keep in mind that you don't have to deliver this content as a digital download. You could just as easily package your tutorials onto a DVD.

You don't even have to hassle with burning and shipping the product, either. Companies such as SwiftCD ( http://www.swiftcd.com ) are available to burn and ship copies of your DVDs one at time, on demand.

Selling Your Video Tutorials:

Where can you sell your video tutorials? Anywhere! Once you've got the finished product in hand, you can market it through a variety of channels:

• Set up your own direct sales site

• Set up a 'membership' site (this way you can add tutorials over time)

• Ebay.com

• Offline classifieds

• Package them with other products, or private label them

The membership site approach is great if you want to build long-term, recurring income.You could, in fact, roll out not just your own tutorials, but also hire on video contributors to add content to your membership site or Page on Facebook.

 #2: Make Money With Freelancing Skills

Here's a very powerful idea: What if You are the product? Again, we're working on the premise that you have some specialized knowledge or skill you can monetize. If you are proficient at any of the following: 

• Graphic design

• Website design

• Copy writing

• General or business writing

• Computer programming

• Research

• Editing

• Typing/Transcription  ...then you should consider going into business for yourself as a freelancer.
Outsourcing your own skills means that you can set the price on your time. Maybe your regular job is paying you $15/hr when you know you deserve and can pull down closer to $25-$30 per hour? If so, it’s definitely time to consider outsourcing your skills.

Why the market is hot, and you are in demand..
If you've read through your fair share of Internet marketing books, you've likely seen myself and other marketers recommend outsourcing to you as a way of getting your products created, and generally speeding up your business development time line.

There are hundreds of thousands of businesses looking to outsource the jobs they can't or don't want to do. There are marketers just like you and I who look for others to take care of things like graphics, or web scripts or handling customer support.

So, imagine turning the tables, and becoming that go to guy who provides these services? You remember the most popular outsourcing sites I always recommend?

Elance ( http://www.elance.com )

Rent A Coder ( http:www.rentacoder.com )

Fiverr ( http://www.Fiverr.com )

Guru ( http://www.guru.com )
 

Well, just as you can go to these sites to hire someone, you can also go to these sites to get hired for the types of projects you want to do. You basically have your pick of bid proposals. Of course, you won't win every bid, but you'll win enough of them to make good money. 

 

 Plus, you'll eventually find a client whose a good long term match for you. This means you'll be able to get lots of work from them in future, and even bypass the structured bid process,as you'll be working directly with them by then. Have a Good Day.

3 Important Steps To Better Optimize Your Website For Search Engines

Search Engine Optimization is a simple way to get directories and search engines to give your web-site a better indexing position so that customers or anyone who is looking for your web-site can see it.

The higher you are in the search engines and directories, the better chance you’ll have doing business on the internet because more people will be able to see you.

Here are 3 simple steps to optimize your web-site:

Step 1: Modify your web-site - This step includes adding optimized contents regularly to all pages in the website.

Step 2: Add tags - Add or make changes to Meta tags, Title tags, H1 tags, H2 tags and alt tags for images,
after keywords research.             

Step 3: Link building

A Website statistics monitoring and conversion tracking.

There are offline tools that you can use to optimize your web site and it all involves your URL or your Web Domain name.

I would put my web domain name on business cards, stationery, have a sign on my car, use bumper stickers or have tee shirts  and coffee mugs made with the URL.

I would do everything to advertise my web-site offline. This is called offline optimization of your web-site.

So website optimization is both and online and offline deal. Online, you must use keywords to attract customers and get good search engine rankings online.

You can also advertise your URL to the public to get them to visit your web site. Hope this Helps in Some ways, have a great time.

Go For The Gold, Succeed In Your Business !

Perhaps you’ve planned it from the beginning, or maybe you’ve taken years to decide.  

 Somewhere down the line will come the time to sell your business, and you want to make sure you come out on top.

“I sold my business” is a magical phrase for entrepreneurs.  It conjures up of pictures of wealth, leisure and exciting new challenges. For many entrepreneurs, it’s the goal from day one.

“Selling might not be everyone’s objective when they’re starting out, but it should be” says Ned Minor. 

 Mr. Minor is a transaction attorney in Denver, and the author of “Deciding to Sell Your Business: The Key to Wealth and Freedom.”  It seems eventually, every business owner leaves their business either sitting down at a deal table or feet first on a stretcher.

The idea of working until your last breath is not uppermost in our minds when we start out on that exciting roller coaster ride known as “entrepreneurship.”  But if you aren’t already planning a more graceful exit, you may come out on the short end of the stick.

When starting a business we’re usually so busy with the details involved in making it an eventual success that selling out is the furthest thing from our minds. 




 But the day you start building should be the day you should start designing your exit.  It should be the ultimate goal of your success.

Many entrepreneurs are successive business builders.  The fact that they sell one business doesn’t mean retirement for them, it just means the opportunity to start another business that has been lurking in the back of their minds. 

 In fact many entrepreneurs enjoy the building up of a business almost more than the profitable success it becomes.

What does a saleable business look like?  It’s saleable if it’s “scalable” says Minor.  

 There are small-and-steady businesses sold every day, but the big bucks come looking for a business that has huge growth potential.  

 Every buyer thinks that he/she is smarter than the seller, and that they can double or triple the present business it’s doing.  A business will fetch the best price only when buyers believe they can take advantage of significant future growth potential.

Selling a company’s future upside however, means proving your previous growth and validating your future growth strategy.  You should start with 2 years of audited financials to backup the historical growth. 

 Then be prepared to explain your business strategy and how it fits into the overall market.  Be it through acquisitions that you’ve grown, then show how many more acquisition targets are still in the market. 

  If through new product development, be prepared to give the details of your R&D pipeline and your ideas for future products.

Now as for buyers, there are two types.  There are “financial buyers” who will typically pay a lower price because they have a fire-sale mentality.  You need to find the strategic buyers out there, and paint a picture for them. 

 Show them a great customer relationship, a great piece of intellectual property, an advantage in time to market, or a key employee.  Show the strategic buyer how one plus one equals three.

Then again, why settle for just one buyer when you could have two?  Having another buyer in the wings is a vital strategy in the sale process.  Having a strong and visible alternative makes any acquirer sit up and take notice.   

There needs to be tension to the deal.  Each side wants the other to think that they’re about to walk away; it’s the tension that gets the deal closed.

The best buyers are large, high-flying public companies with broad, strategic agendas and cash to spare.  Selling to a public company also has other advantages and tangible benefits. 

 Many transactions leave the seller with a fistful of stock, or worse, a long-term payout. 

 A publicly traded acquirer makes an eventual cash payout more assured.  Be sure to make your business sale more than a sale of your personal network and capabilities. 

 Make it look like it’s worth the asking price, especially if you’re planning to leave after the sale.

Build a strong management team that can carry on when you’re gone.  A team with clear policies and procedures, and a broad customer base which are the underpinnings of value.   

Your business should not just run without you, but be positioned to grow without you.  

 Make sure your key employees are given incentives to stay on after you go, and make sure you communicate with them during negotiations. It’s crucial to minimize disruption.

The sale of a business is complex.  If you’ve been in business for 10 years, then it has 10 years of potential liabilities, lawsuits, and bad accounting.   

Buyers want to know exactly where the business stands, so extreme diligence and complete disclosure on your part is essential. 

  Sometimes what the buyer requests during negotiations is mind-boggling and you should hire some outside help to put it all together.

Getting the deal closed takes the talents of several people, and here’s a list of who you’re likely to meet on your way to closing.

On the Buyer’s Side:

·         CEO: The chief executive needs a vision of how the new company will fit into the existing organization.

·         CFO: This is the detail person, and a professional skeptic.  In the long-term view, he/she will take the heat if reality doesn’t live up to expectations.

·         CPA: The buyer’s CPA (or accounting firm) will validate the seller’s numbers.  Don’t be surprised if the CPA doesn’t argue for a lower purchase price based on historical profits. 

 These are the “bean counters” of the deal.

On The Seller’s Side:

·         Investment Banker: He/she is a professional “quarterback” keeping both teams moving toward the goal.  He keeps one eye on the sale price, and the other on the strategic best interests of the business owner.

·         Transaction Attorney:  He’s the referee – there to make sure no one gets hurt.  The transaction attorney’s focus is the sale contract, but he/she can also handle communication with the buyer.

·         CPA: The seller’s CPA should be advising the seller on the personal tax consequences of the deal, and how to handle the after-tax proceeds.

And you thought it was going to be easier to sell it than to start it, didn’t you?  Remember, no deal is a sure thing until it’s done!  Perhaps the only sure thing is that selling a business is never simple. 

 It can be the most harrowing, and the most rewarding experience in the life of an entrepreneur.  Take it slowly, with planning, strategy and guidance. 

 Each step of the process can add value to the company, and get you closer to the finish line. Best Wishes.

5 Simple Ways A List Can Help To Organize Your Business

Working a job or owning a business, and handling your personal life, leaves you very busy, both personally and professionally, but here are a few simple tips listed below to help you.

Anytime can be a great time to get a jump on your competition, and exerting a little effort can differentiate you. 

 Now is a great time to take advantage of planning early, getting organized, and taking the stress out of the season.

Lists serve you well during this time, so follow these tips:

1.   Make a List and Check it Twice:  Imagine Santa’s organizational challenge of delivering gifts to every child across the globe within 24 hours without a list.






You should make a gift list of the people you need to remember, and carry it with you.

2. Carpe Diem – Seize the Day! Now that you’ve got your gift list, seize the moment.  At year-end, many of us find ourselves attending conferences/seminars dealing with our work.  

 Take advantage of your travel to another city and give someone the gift of chocolate from Chicago or barbecue sauce from Dallas.  

 If you’re running from place to place, try shopping in airports during your layover.  Airports have many unique and unusual shops, and you can kill time while checking off some gifts from your list.

3.    Get Organized Early:  Being organized now will give you more time to focus on work when everyone else is frantic and losing ground. 

Review your current goals and outline what you can do to affect your success for the remainder of the year.

Make sure you’ve got a list that categorizes what you can do to help your clients during the busy holidays. 

4. Take Advantage of Quiet Time:  Many people take vacations during the holidays.  There are times when your place of business or office seems empty.  

 Great!  Use the quiet time to get work done without the typical interruptions.  Get a jump on your business plan for the next year, prioritize activities that will generate the largest payback, and brainstorm ideas with your group on strategy.

5.  Remember Your Customers:  Don’t forget to remember your customers by sending greetings. 

 A little effort can go a long way in building an ongoing relationship with clients by thanking them for their support and patronage.  

 Include some personal comments about your successes together this year, and hopes for the coming year.   

A personal note to each customer is best and is a gesture often overlooked these days.  It can go a long way to differentiate you from your too-busy-to-bother competition.

In this very technological and harried modern world many of the niceties of the past are either forgotten or never taught. 

 There should be a course for every up and coming executive/MBA candidate that puts back the personal touch in business.   

You’d be surprised to learn how many of your customers remember the salesman or company that exerts that little bit of extra care.  

 You never know who is going to give you that next giant order that keeps the wolf from the door. 

 It might just be the client that got your personal holiday card and remembered it.

In business, being “nice” is not an option, it’s your living! so Enjoy.... :)

6 Ways You Can Acquire Power To Command, Influence And Control People

The Styles and Methods of Power

Power is the ability to get things done - your way.  Sometimes it's a direct order that you give, sometimes a suggestion you make, or a request or the asking of a favor; but the result (if you have power) is always that the other person acts and you derive a benefit from the other person's actions.

Once can have power in many different ways.  You have it over your employees because you pay their salaries.  If you are an expert in a special field, it's because you know the best way to handle matters.

 In a legal dispute it's because you have the law on your side.


If you have credit cards, it can be part of
your lifestyle to go into a store, hotel, or restaurant, in any city, and order whatever you wish.






 In politics it's because folks will give you their votes, hoping that you'll work and succeed in getting the government to serve them in their area.

And there's the power that derives from being talented, charming and capable; of being up-to-the minute and knowledgeable, so people know if they let you handle things for them or listen to your advice, they'll come out ahead.

One more aspect of power.  This concerns competition.  If all the world were fair and equal, one would have no need for the upper hand, for the advantage, for power.

But of course the world isn't.  Which often means that in a competitive situation you cannot merely settle for an equal chance.

You must keep your eyes and ears, and indeed all you faculties, open for any clue or other tips that will move the balance in your favor.

Whenever possible, make sure you get more than an equal chance.

1. You Have to Look the Part

People are impressed by how a man looks.  They are often not aware of exactly why they treat one man like a VIP and another gets the bum's rush.

Their reactions may be subliminal, below their conscious awareness.  But take it from me, if you're well dressed, neatly groomed, hair trimmed, etc., and are driving a snazzy car, you'll be well received; while a guy who's wearing sloppy clothes, unshaven and unclean, and who's driving an old heap, will hardly get any attention at all.  Look as good as you can;  and back it up in other ways.

2. Add the other elements of the power image too.

Clothing - it's worth investing some money to be well dressed. Buy suits on time payments if you can (a credit card is very useful for this).

That way the clothes are helping to get power, and therefore money, for you while you are paying for them.

 Don't forget about the car you drive around in;  if the one you have is not impressive then rent one that is.

Rental cars don't cost that much and driving a good one pays dividends in the power sphere. Try to join clubs and organization (business, social, political) that have important and influential members.

 If at first you can't become a member, then manoeuvre a member into taking you as his guest.

Money and power beget money and power, the more they thing you have, the more you'll get.

We must repeat that, for most people, those who belong to the power elite are those that appear to belong to it.

 Unless recognized personally, a millionaire will be turned away from a class restaurant if he's not well-dressed.

3. You Have to Consciously Act the Part of One Who is Used to Being in Command

There's another extremely important factor in appearing to already have money and power beyond what I mentioned above and that is your own manner of doing things.

4. You must move, speak and act power.

Have you ever met the grandson of a man who amassed a fortune and wondered how a grandfather who did so much could have a grandson who seems like such a weakling?

It's true;  that grandson could never get rich on his own;  if he hadn't inherited his family's money, he'd be poor because he's weak and incompetent.  And it shows.

  The men who, like yourself, are capable of making money now, are men who can act in a strong style that almost seems to draw money like a magnet.

5. Language, and the way you speak , can say as much  as the ideas in your words.

  Equally important however, is your body language, that is, the way you stand, walk, move and sit, and the gestures you make.

6. Be the Man Who's in Demand

Power isn't just you being able to call someone and tell him what to do; it's also other men calling you and  asking for your business or wanting to associate with you.

 If you're a man who seems to possess a wide knowledge of the world, an awareness of trend, if you're the early-bird who catches sight of opportunities first, if you're the man who's capable of handling many different kinds of situations, then people will seek you out.

 They'll invite you to vacation at their country homes, to meet their influential associates, to join their social clubs and their business syndicates.

And when they do, all of these will enhance your image of power, and widen your power base so you can zoom in even more.

How To Build An Email List With Autoresponders

One of the easiest and most convenient ways to build and maintain a database of your subscribers is to use an autoresponder service as  mentioned before. Popular autoresponder services are AWeber, Getresponse, Contact, Sendfree, Listwire etc.
They are an all-in-one solution to building, maintaining and emailing to your database.

You can broadcast an email anytime to particular lists you create or to all.
In addition, you can personalize your email newsletters with your subscriber’s details such as their first and last name, only if you collect these details when they subscribe.
  They allows you to build opt-in forms so that your website visitors can enter their details to stay up to date with your site, get tips, download a product and so on.
Have a special offer you want to email out to your list? Simply send a broadcast message.
One powerful feature of using these types of autoresponder services is that you can schedule messages to broadcast on specific days after someone subscribes to your list.
This makes a great sales tool since you are following up on subscribers/prospects.
Should You Broadcast Messages Or Send Autoresponders ? 
 If you intend making a special announcement, then a broadcast message as a one off email would be ideal.
On the other hand autoresponders make the lives of internet marketers so much easier.
All they need to do is set up their series of messages upon which subscribers will be informed on a regular basis about news and events that is of importance, or any other informative material.
Which one of the two would be better to use?
There is no right or wrong answer in this regard. Below are a couple of guidelines to help you along:
Broadcast messages - If you are a very organized individual who are able to send broadcast messages
consistently on a daily, weekly or monthly basis, then this would the way to go.
Autoresponders - Most people and business owners already live a very hectic life, and would therefore prefer making use of autoresponders.
This way you can keep in touch with your prospects for months if not years. All this without even being there.
 All that is required of you is to do the work once, then set and forget about it.
The only problem is that too much automation can become impersonal to the point where people do not feel valued.
It won't be a bad idea to relate a story to your subscribers every now and again.
You should mix it up a little. Make use of an autoresponder, but also broadcast something of importance every now and again.
For instance, on a Monday, Wednesday and Friday you could set your autoresponder to do its thing.
Make a point of personalizing your messages on all the other days, which would include making use of broadcast messages.
Your subscribers will see you as a real person and not think they are dealing with a robot.
This is the kind of approach that is highly recommended.
Back to how often should you email your list? The fact of the matter is that this question is answered differently by every business.
You should email as frequently as you possibly can without annoying your subscribers.
Test it by taking a closer look at how often your mails get opened, etc.
 If you experience too many unsubscribes, then it is a sure indication that you are overdoing it.
 Close monitoring is the key to your success. Have a Wonderful Day.

10 Great Ways To Raise Your Banner High Online !

Whether you have a brick and mortar shop, You offer consulting or other services, You are an artist, A photographer, or author, in today’s marketplace you must or should have a website.

Like it or not, many Make little or no sales from the Internet – it doesn’t matter.  In today’s society, if someone has heard about you by referral or publicity, the first thing they’ll do is go on the Internet to find you, Simple. 

Now they may have no intention of dealing with you or your company on the net, but if you don’t have a web page for your company you’ll lose credibility with the prospect.

We live in an “instant” society.  Instant coffee, drive through restaurants, on-line banking, and a mind-set of “I want it when I want it and not when you’re open”. 






 So when a prospective client wants information about you or your services they’ll look for your web page at a time convenient to them.

That being said and assuming you have a website on the Internet, are you making use of “Banner” advertising? 

There are many pros and cons about banner ads on sites, and you can get as many opinions about them as there are grains of sand on the beach. 

They are something to be considered though, and here are 10 killer tips to insure your viewers will click on them:

1. USE REVERSE PSYCHOLOGY – Tell people not to click on your banner. For example, “Don’t Click Here If You Have More Customers Than You Can Serve.”

2. USE ATTRACTIVE AD WORDS – Use words like ultimate, powerful, sizzling, hot, etc.  Your words should relate to and highlight your total offer.

3. OFFER A DISCOUNT ON IT – People are always looking for good deals.  You could offer a percentage discount, dollar discount, buy one get one free discount, etc.

4. USE IT FOR A TESTIMONIAL – Put a testimonial on the banner and give people proof they aren’t wasting their time clicking on the ad.  The testimonial should include enough information so that they understand the offer.

5. USE A FAMOUS/RESPECTED PERSON – If you’re fortunate enough to have a friend or colleague that is known by the public, have them represent your product, site or service.  People will click because they’ll trust them over you.

6. USE A STRONG GUARANTEE – You could include the guarantee as a headline for your offer.  It could read double or triple your money back guarantee, lifetime money back guarantee, etc.

7. TELL PEOPLE TO CLICK HERE – Newbies to the Internet may not even know they can click on banners.  Just having the phrase “click here” on your banner will increase your click throughs.

8. ADVERTISE A SAMPLE – Advertising a trial or sample offer will tell people there’s no risk or obligation if they click on your banner ad and try out your product or service.

9. BENEFITS, BENEFITS – Tell people the major benefit to them of your product/site/service on your banner ad.  It could be benefits like make money, increase energy, save time, save money, etc.

10. FREE IS A MAGNETIC WORD – You could advertise a “free” offer on your banner.  People love “free stuff” but the freebie should relate to your target audience.    

For example, if I’m offering a book I’ve authored for sale on my site I wouldn’t offer a free sample of chocolate chip cookies.  

   What I would offer free would be a download from my site of the first chapter and the Table of Contents page. 

 This would give them the chance to see if the book meets their needs, and also act as an incentive to get their hands on the rest of the story by buying the whole book.

If you design your banner ads with a purpose, they won't be viewed as a nuisance to your website visitor.

 Rather, they'll see them as benefiting them with additional information or offers. 

Don’t confuse “banner” ads with what is called “pop-ups”.  They are two very different ad types and “pop-ups” are annoying to web page viewers. 

The one thing you definitely don’t want to do, is to annoy and discourage the prospect that is viewing your web page. He or She could be your next client. Have a Wonderful Time.

6 Easy Ways To Make Money From Information Product

If you’re looking for a way to create an additional stream of income through the business you already have, then creating an information product may be the answer.

No matter what type of business you own, there’s always an opportunity to create an added flow of income.

Whether you promote affiliate programs, take part in Google Adsense, or market to your mailing list - these are all great and easy ways to bring in some extra money.

However, there’s nothing better than an information product when it comes to taking your business to the next level.

Here’s six reasons why:

1. An information product can establish you as an expert in your field, and your readers will continually come to you for answers.

2. It builds credibility because you have proven yourself to your readers, and they know that they can trust you when it comes to matters within your niche.

3. Your product will turn into a passive source of income. Yes, it will take work on your part, but the beauty of information products is that you only have to do the work once and you can make money over and over again.

4. You can promote your main business. By placing your website address inside your information product, readers can click the links to learn more about you and possibly buy other items.

5. Make money on top of money. When you create an information product, you will likely find a need to
mention other products, programs, etc., that your readers will find helpful.

 By signing up as an affiliate  for the products and programs that you mention throughout your info product, you can earn an extra income from the commission.

So every time someone clicks your affiliate link and buys the item you mentioned, you just earned money on top of the money you earned selling your information product.

6. Even more money and traffic. If you have set up an affiliate program, then others will be sending you traffic and gaining you sales in exchange for a commission.

Solar Power For Homes Is Not Meant For Just The Rich People

Solar power is free. Well, that is, once you’ve finished installing the solar power system.

Nowadays, the homes that use solar power are limited and most of them may come from the rich sectors of the society.

The cost of installing solar power systems can cost Thousands. However, there are cost effective systems but you need to build them on your own.

These DIY solar power kits may be obtained from $200 to $350.

Because of the technological advancements, a lot of homeowners are now able to use solar power at a very affordable cost.


 In some places, the government monitors the solar power consumption of some homes.

Programs were also launched to encourage other homeowners to opt for solar power. For example, when the solar power consumption has reached a certain point, rebates will be given.

The expensive solar power systems can store the energy of the sun effectively in the batteries but the less costly versions are not that efficient.

Still, if you try to scour the net, you can find homes that are successfully using DIY solar power systems. All over the World, a lot of homes now enjoy solar power to the fullest, Especially sunny areas and places where it rarely rains.

Before, solar panels were really ugly but because of today’s modern technology, the panels are more stylish and can blend well with the existing design of the house.

Many homes now opt for solar power because of the constant blackouts. According to some experts, some countries and states are hoping to achieve a 10% overall consumption of solar power by 2020.

Some celebrities also have solar powered homes. Well, celebrities can definitely afford to pay for the expensive installation of solar power systems, but for starters, why don’t you try to install DIY kits?

 These are more affordable and if you like to do things on your own, this is an excellent project. However, when it comes to electrical matters, you will still need the services of an experienced electrician.

 The solar power will be connected to your existing electrical supply and so you might get electrocuted if you don’t have enough knowledge about it.

Going green these days is vital to save the environment. Global warming has taken its toll and people from all over the world can now feel the consequences.

Using solar power is a very effective way to help save the environment so that you can no longer depend entirely on conventional electricity.

Perhaps you’re already aware that electricity is generated by burning fossil fuels. The emissions from the burning of the fuels contribute to global warming.

When you use solar power, you can decrease electrical consumption and in turn you can save a lot of money. Say goodbye to expensive electricity bills and save money.

Solar power for homes is for everyone and not just for the rich and famous. If you can’t afford the ready-made varieties, you can create your own by simply following a guided instruction provided by a reputable and established manufacturer of solar power systems.

Choose the appropriate system.

The size of the system should also be considered so that your electrical needs can be met.

Install a solar power system in your home and witness its benefits.