Tag: Business Development
Business networking – a better way
Do you attend business networking events such as Business Breakfasts? So called ‘social networking‘ events? Do you have trouble keeping up the momentum? Do you need lots of coffee (read caffeine) to make those 7am starts and keep going? Perhaps you should consider a different way…… Here’s how you can build better business relationships more [...]
Your Blueprint for a Fulfilling Life and a Successful Business
Today I came across this fantastic video about 9 words which will enrich your life and boost your business. Think about how you can apply the principles to your own life, business and relationships. 9 Words That Will Enrich Your Life and Boost Your Business View more webinars from Content Crooner. Download the 9 Words [...]
Added Google Adsense Today
Today I added Google Adsense to my blog and website . I have somewhat mixed feelings; on the one hand I like the look without ads, on the other, Google Adsense: Provides an income. Gives visitors more variety and interest. I know some Internet marketing ‘purists’ might say never to do things which may draw [...]
What you REALLY need to know about Content Management Systems (CMS) for Web Design, Web Developers and Websites
Ok, I will keep this simple. Read it all though as it might save you money, time, stress and hassle. Just what you REALLY need to know about Content Management Systems (CMS) for Web Design, Web Developers and Websites. A Content Management System can be a fancy name for a website (or blog). Content Managed [...]
Brainstorming about a new domain name for a client…(tip)
Brainstorming about a new domain name for a client… Currently I am developing a new website for a client. We are brainstorming about the choice of domain name. This process has been going on for a couple of days. Here is just one snippet that I emailed to my client: Key thought…wear your customer’s head. [...]
User generated content for websites made easy.
User generated content for websites made easy? Yes, you heard right. For those experienced Internet Marketers who want more info real fast click here. But first of all, some of you will be wondering what user generated content is and why it is important. User Generated Content (UGC) is any material published on a website [...]
Three Reasons You Need a Great Header Graphic for Your Web Site
The single most important graphic element on your Web site or blog is, without a doubt, your header graphic. If your site lacks an eye-catching, targeted and topic-specific header graphic, it runs the risk of being ignored by untold numbers of potential clients and readers. But an attention-grabbing, well-designed header graphic does three things that [...]
BSOD or computer operating system failure – one way you can avoid it.
A BSOD, or other computer operating system (OS) failure is usually a big inconvenience and waste of valuable time. (BSOD = Blue Screen Of Death). Perhaps you remember all the stress, pain and other feelings associated with the experience? Should your computer be crucial for your everyday business or personal tasks, then you simply cannot [...]
Time management – 20 minutes a day is really worth 3 working weeks!
Have you ever wondered why sales people often break down a cost into so much per day? Perhaps you have seen those ads where they talk about how something costs less than a cup of coffee per day? These are attempts to get you to see things differently than you normally would and obscure the [...]
The Big Benefit of Time Management
Effective time management requires–you guessed it–time. It seems a bit of a paradox, doesn’t it? To develop effective time management skills and effectiveness, you must take more time out of your busy schedule which already contains more tasks than you have time to accomplish. The investment of time used to schedule and better organize your [...]
Why I like postal letterbox junk mail and Google ads!
These days we often hear people complaining about junk mail in their letterbox and Google ads. In fact, the lack of ads is listed as a benefit for some types of online services when you take up the paid version. To me, the removal of the ads is actually a negative! My ideal is to [...]
Are you stagnating? Well, are you?
“Only those who constantly retool themselves stand a chance of staying employed in the years ahead.” Tom Peters – Author Whether we like it or not, the world is changing, and at an increasing rate too. We need to embrace change, savor it and look for it. Personally, I am riding the bleeding edge of [...]
Recession is not bad! Be careful who you listen to and what you think.
Many years ago I recall listening to an astute businessman who, during an official recession in the UK, had the attitude of ‘What recession?’ The guy was not in denial, he simply refused to join the recession bandwagon and let it pollute his thoughts. Yes, pollute his thoughts. Sir Richard Branson, a billionaire and one [...]
What masterpiece, or crap, are you creating?
When love and skill work together, expect a masterpiece. John Ruskin The above quote is so profound and exciting. Thinking about it can provoke many questions… Can I tick the boxes? Am I working on something which I love? Do I have skill at what I am doing? Do I pretend to like what I [...]
How competitive are you? Are you aware of the new competition paradigm?
Is competition important to you? I know when I was at school we had public lists of exam results. In my view it was a good thing and helped introduce students to the realities of adult life. After all, that is one of the purposes of an education. Well, it seems it used to be. [...]
What are you planting in your head?
“Whatever we plant in our subconscious mind and nourish with repetition and emotion will one day become a reality.” — Earl Nightingale What are you planting in your head? Whether we like it or not, laws of the universe such as the above will take effect simply because they exist. Just like the law of [...]
Life lessons from an ad man
Life lessons from an ad man – Rory Sutherland. This video, which is funny and engaging, contains a lot of wisdom and is likely to be of relevance to anyone interested in psychology, marketing, personal development and life in general. It even includes information about how smiley face excess speed devices are more effective at [...]
Unsure what to do in life?
Recently I wrote a forum post (private business forum) with some suggestions for a member who was uncertain about what to do. I have reproduced what I wrote here (unedited, apart from name being removed) for the benefit of a more general audience: I am not surprised your head is spinning in the circumstances. It [...]
Future trends and business development
Earlier this year I read the following article about Gen Y and landline phones: Gen Y drop landlines: survey Personally I am a bit of a ‘Geek’, or ‘Nerd’ and tend to operate out on the ‘frontier’ of new developments. This does not mean that I grab the latest gadget, or follow fads though. For [...]
Online invoicing – a breath of fresh air.
Earlier this year I was a little overrun with administrative and other reorganisation/planning, which included a business development efficiency drive. My efficiency audits included researching and evaluating invoicing and accounting methods; which are an important part of running any business. Hopefully my research and experiences will help some of you. Up until earlier this year, [...]
