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- How to Build a Value-Based Sales Team - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2013 from Doug DvorakThe emphasis on value based selling is more important than ever before. With the recent economic climate, finding and selling prospects has become a greater challenge for many sales organizations. As a result, some have seen a slowdown in growth and meeting objectives. For this reason, the key ...
Views: 1403 - Success Starts Today - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2013 from Doug DvorakSome people go through their life in an almost dreamlike state. They keep thinking that they will wake up at any moment, and that they will be living the life that they have always wanted. What they do not know, but may realize at some point, is that the dream has to start somewhere. In order to ...
Views: 1072(1 vote) - The Success System That Never Fails - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2013 from Doug DvorakSales of services and goods are the backbone of all organizations and continued growth in these areas is the key to success. Sales organizations depend on increased sales as a prime motivating factor. There are many issues involved from having the right personnel, quality training programs, an ...
Views: 959 - How to Add Value to the Business Development Process - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2013 from Doug DvorakWhen developing a business plan or strategy, the most important aspect is acquiring new customers. Every company will require an effective sales organization and top sales managers in order to be successful. It's essential to put together a sales team that emphasizes both professionalism and ...
Views: 1243 - Great By Choice - How to Succeed in Sales - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2013 from Doug DvorakAlthough the field of selling is one of the best professions, and has led many people to great success, it isn't for everyone. Selling requires a certain amount of self motivation, dedication and enhanced training. With the ever evolving world of business, selling is continuously changing. Most ...
Views: 993 - 5 Secrets of the Greatest Salesmen - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2013 from Doug DvorakBelow are 5 great secrets of a salesmen who succeeds throughout their career, through trials and tribulations, they will always perceiver. They know what it takes and are willing to put the time and effort into their sales career in order to reap the benefits! Some people have a natural gift ...
Views: 1169(1 vote) - The 7 Deadly Habits of Ineffective Sales People - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2013 from Doug DvorakThe sales profession is not easy, and it takes a special person with the correct skillsets to be able to be effective in sales. While people can learn the skills that they need to be a great salesperson, they often do much better in the profession if they possess natural instincts and abilities ...
Views: 1314 - The #1 Secret Success Ingredient: Your KEY to True Change - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2013 from Heather DominickI want to introduce to what I refer to as the #1 Secret Success Ingredient: what I call energetic and personal responsibility. You see it can be so easy in this day and time that we live in to blame what is going on “out there” for what you don’t have. Yes, even if you tell yourself ‘Oh no, ...
Views: 1427 - Your Goals – How to Get Them Off the Floor. - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2013 from Youarn BellHave you ever been in a situation where you’ve made a plan to strive for something you want, yet no matter what you do you just can’t seem to arrive at the place that you’ve first envisioned? It was very clear at the start, but for some reason or another you fail or lose passion or any number of ...
Views: 1149 - 3 Strategies to Help Maximize Every Sales Opportunity - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2013 from Doug DvorakThe goal of every company is to make the most of their sales opportunities by developing solid strategies that will get the job done effectively and efficiently every time. A good plan needs to be in place in order to succeed. Success relies on the whole sales team, not just any particular ...
Views: 1133(1 vote) - Stay Strong - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Say your words with conviction. Feel and know the strength that they bare. Just know that however many people tell you that you can’t do something, that there are a million more people that are rooting for you. Just because something is not seen nor heard, does not mean that it isn’t so. ...
Views: 1909 - Be the ‘Landlord’ to Your Beliefs. - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2013 from Youarn BellBeliefs are an interesting thing. They aren’t there from the day you are born. They are gradually passed on to you by your parents based on their lives and experiences. These beliefs are for them a way of thinking - a way of life. They take them for granted as fact for your safety. Without ...
Views: 1194 - Enlightened Self-Interest – A Wise Investment - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2013 from Youarn BellI got to thinking about self-interest the other day. I was interested to note that I immediately saw it as a bad thing – I saw it as selfish. It’s easy to see why, I remember growing up and hearing people talk about someone being “too self-interested” and so on. I’m sure I’m not the only person ...
Views: 1506 - Conflict – More of a Friend Than You May Think. - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2013 from Youarn BellFor a while now, a family member of mine has experienced some ongoing conflict within our extended family unit. It’s gotten pretty ugly at times. In fact, you could even ask what it was all about and not really get a clear answer. Very frustrating for all involved, because with no clear answer ...
Views: 1262 - ***6 Ways To Get Rid Of 'Mental Arthritis' - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2013 from Rob WhiteWe all associate arthritis with the aging process; our joints simply don’t work as well as we age. In the GPS Gide below, Personal Development expert Rob White explains that there’s another kind of arthritis that can set in way earlier -- it’s called Arthritis of the Mind. It’s a rigidity that ...
Views: 1758 - The WORST Habit for Women (& how to break it!) - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2013 from Joy ChudacoffIn my work with women, one bad habit that I see creeping into their daily lives is Procrastination. This one bad habit can create a struggle in your business and wreak havoc on your personal life too. I have a bad habit of procrastinating on making timely doctor appointments. The result? My ...
Views: 1107(1 vote) - Leaders Are Accountable - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2013 from Vernon Myers“Everyone has a boss…,” from the President of the United States, to the assembly line worker in a factory. Leadership and accountability go hand-in-hand, you can’t have one without the other, in fact, leadership without accountability is akin to a dictatorship; accountability without leadership ...
Views: 1328(1 vote) - The Big Night: 5 Ways to Cultivate Patience - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2013 from Rob WhiteOK, this is an old joke, so forgive me if you've heard it. A psychologist is giving a talk and describes how every couple has its own unique frequency of making love. She then asks people in the audience to state how often they have sex. Hands shot up as she called out "Once a day?" "Several ...
Views: 2316(3 votes) - Mighty Questions for Your Premium Success - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2013 from Ranjan Kumar VIf asked what do you think that persuades the ‘Maximum and High achievers’ to maintain going intensely, swinging on and reach the max that is possible? And what do you suppose that excites front runner like Nick Vujicic sustain combat with adversities, yet keep encouraging hundreds of ...
Views: 666 - Defining Conversations With Yourself - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2013 from Gerhard van RensburgLife shrinks or expands in proportion to one's courage - Anais Nin Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; Genius will not; Education will not. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent - Calvin Coolidge It is the conversations we have with ourselves ...
Views: 1000(1 vote) - Smart Women Unplug So They Can Recharge - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2013 from Joy ChudacoffOver Memorial Day weekend, I unplugged completely from the online world and left the office behind. Even though I work out of my home, I made a conscious decision not to enter the office or think about anything having to do with business. I do this periodically because I know the dangers of ...
Views: 1018(2 votes) - How a Mistake Can Grow Your Business - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2013 from Carrie GreeneI read an article the other day about a teapot that J. C. Penny is selling. Apparently someone thought it looked like Hitler. J. C. Penny dealt with the matter immediately. They apologized and said that any resemblance is completely unintentional. The article went on to discuss other ...
Views: 1974(1 vote) - The Millionaire Mindset for Network Marketing Progress - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Martin LabradoIt’s the wish of anyone in MLM to encounter the maximum level of Network Marketing Victory in their lives. In this blog post you’re going to be taught the 5 Millionaire Mindset beliefs that should be accepted for a more desirable run in this vocation. When most people first sign on into this ...
Views: 1377 - Are Your Values Explicit? - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2013 from Rand Golletz"You know nothing about me. I was lost long before the [Berlin] Wall fell. I was once destined to become a man much like yourself: true-hearted; determined; full of purpose, but … character is easier kept than recovered. We cannot control the things that life does to us. They are done before you ...
Views: 1371 - 5 Ways Your Focus Speeds Up Your Success - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2013 from TJ PhilpottYour focus is one of the biggest assets you can have and something you'll need to succeed when working online! The internet environment is filled with distractions, changes and challenges any of which could easily keep you from achieving your goals! By staying focused not only do you increase ...
Views: 1209(1 vote) - Think like a Millionaire Be a Money Magnet - Super Powerful and Fun Technique - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2013 from Leo FosterLearn How to Think like a Millionaire, start to Think like a Millionaire and you will become a Money Magnet, Make Money Fast and be a Millionaire. - Self Image, the Basis of your Success. Most likely, someone you know or heard about have already WASTED so much money and ...
Views: 3125(1 vote) - Why Multi-Tasking Is Not How to Be More Productive - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2013 from TJ PhilpottTo be more productive many turn to multi-tasking thinking this will help them get more done but this 'logic' is fundamentally flawed! For starters every time you switch from one task to another this requires for you to reset and reestablish your focus! On a broader scale this can easily produce ...
Views: 724 - 5 Tips to Help Boost Your Biography For Success - by Submitted on May 31, 2013 from Joy ChudacoffOne of the best action steps you can take in your business is to create a biography that showcases your expertise and gives you the credibility you need to stand out from the crowd. It will boost your business in so many ways. You want to have your biography on your website and all of your ...
Views: 1167(2 votes) - It’s Not My Time… It’s Your Reputation - by Submitted on May 31, 2013 from Carrie GreeneHonestly my first thought was "How rude of these people to waste my time." This past month I’ve been to four business-building events. I was a speaker at three of them. I booked over seventy-five "follow-up appointments". I had team members block the time on my calendar and send the other ...
Views: 1572 - What Do I Really Want and How Can I Find It? - by Submitted on May 31, 2013 from Jane CranstonI was working with an executive coaching client the other day developing a strategy for the next steps in her career. For reasons unclear to me, I thought our discussion was off course. Was I not asking the right questions? Not hearing the underlying comments or insights? Influencing her answers ...
Views: 1343(1 vote) - The Power of Authenticity - by Submitted on May 31, 2013 from Mike RobbinsI was recently talking to my counselor Eleanor, asking her for some guidance on both an important meeting I had coming up and on the approach I was taking in some writing I was planning. She said to me, “Mike, get out of your head and into your heart. Remember, the truth can’t be ...
Views: 1171 - Competition into Collaboration - A Formula for Success - by Submitted on May 30, 2013 from Kathleen GageIt’s one thing to know our own strengths and weaknesses in business. It is also important to know the same about your competitors. Unfortunately, many entrepreneurs don’t take the time to find out about their competitors until it is too late. Knowing your competitors’ strengths and weaknesses ...
Views: 1194 - How A Sense of Purpose Increases Your Success Online - by Submitted on May 29, 2013 from TJ PhilpottHave you ever noticed that without a sense of purpose any undertaking you pursue becomes all the more difficult? Lacking purpose is a dilemma many internet marketers find themselves in and why reaching goals they've set becomes such a challenge!l The efforts they invest tend to be aimless and ...
Views: 749 - How to STOP Hurting Your Business! - by Submitted on May 29, 2013 from Henry GoudreauWhich is it, the economy or you that are hurting your business? With the uncertainty about the economy, many are wondering what is wrong with their business. In many cases, the answer lies in your ability to come to terms with “how” you manage your business, not is “what” is happening to your ...
Views: 898(1 vote) - Knowing Your Customer Through Three Steps - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2013 from kuza biasharaThe priority of every business, no matter how large or small, is and should be the satisfaction of customers. Only when your customers are satisfied will you be able to do well in your business. Your customers have to be your base and their satisfaction should be your motto. In order to ...
Views: 874 - 7 Reasons Why People Succeed - by Submitted on May 28, 2013 from Braydon McCarvilleSome people fail, and some people succeed. This is a fact of life. But why is it that some people seem to always hit their goals, while others work hard but can never quite get over the top? what is it that makes people successful? There can be a lot of factors that can help to lead to ...
Views: 1202(1 vote) - Overcoming Failure – It’s A Challenge That You Can Overcome - by Submitted on May 21, 2013 from Ewen ChiaYou may have heard of people encouraging you to bounce back from defeat or hardships. Well, talk is cheap, and I do not know about you, but sometimes, I struggle with trying to be resilient. However, over the years, I have learnt that overcoming failure is possible. It is a challenge in itself, ...
Views: 2235(1 vote) - Three Essential Ingredients for Business Success and Growth - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2013 from Susan BrownWhen I switched from educator to entrepreneur I quickly realized that I had to grow rapidly. I had so much to learn if I wanted to be successful in my new coaching business. For starters, I needed to get over my fear of public speaking; learn how to market my business and figure out how to ...
Views: 994 - Could You Be Sabotaging Your Own Success Online? - by Submitted on May 20, 2013 from TJ PhilpottSuccess online may be eluding you or perhaps you're unintentionally making it 'unattainable' and for some very common reasons! You see we all tend to gravitate towards doing anything the easiest way possible and there's little wrong with that! In fact it's ingrained in all of us to work smarter ...
Views: 773(1 vote) - ***Driving Through Life Backwards - by Submitted on May 20, 2013 from Rob WhiteI have a neighbor, John, who turns his car around on the busy road in front of his house, causing traffic to slow down, and then backs up his driveway and into his garage. It’s an odd sight to watch. One day I asked him why he turns around and backs into the driveway rather than driving straight ...
Views: 1743 - Overcoming Failure – How To Get Right Back Up Again After You Have Fallen - by Submitted on May 20, 2013 from Ewen ChiaOvercoming failure in life can be real challenge. We are all human and we are bound to make mistakes. What really matters is how you handle that mistake and whether you get back up when you have fallen. How resilient are you under such circumstances and how can you become resilient? Keep reading ...
Views: 2328 - Persevere to Perfection - by Submitted on May 21, 2013 from Ryan DukeThe true test of a great live performing musician is consistency. Seeing someone do great once can leave a good impression, but when you’ve seen them three or four times and they are always delivering a stellar performance you know they are pros. Lots of people start out with momentum. The ...
Views: 717 - Your Brilliant Blueprint for Success - by Submitted on May 18, 2013 from Dr. Katie GarnettYour DNA Blueprint: Deep inside you, inside your DNA, is an inherent Blueprint for Success. Everyone comes into this life with a blueprint for success, and your personal blueprint includes the capacity to bring to fruition the incredible life that you have always dreamed of. As a former ...
Views: 1207(1 vote) - Testimonials: Let Your Clients Tell Your Story - by Submitted on May 17, 2013 from Holly AnthonyTestimonials from satisfied clients lend an extra dimension of credibility to your business communications. Although most people use them only on their websites, there are a number of other creative ways to work testimonials into your marketing materials. Before I go into details, however, ...
Views: 1141(2 votes) - Is Your Website Visitor Ready? - by Submitted on May 17, 2013 from Kathleen GageFar too often people say, “My business is not working.” Yet when they are given the solution for what to do, they don’t take advantage of it. For example, there was one Shark Tank participant I had a phone conversation with after he appeared on the show. He was frustrated that he didn’t get the ...
Views: 1662 - How To Manage Stress – Check Out These Useful Tips - by Submitted on May 16, 2013 from Ewen ChiaAre you bogged down by stress? You know, stress can lead to a number of different illnesses and sicknesses. In fact, scientific research has shown that it is the root cause of many of today’s illnesses and sicknesses. If you want to stay healthy, you should stay stress-free. Of course, it is ...
Views: 1282 - Tomorrow Never Changes - by Submitted on May 20, 2013 from Andre WileyThere are some of us out there that have a strange infatuation with the future. Why not? Thinking about how great things could be if we had time to develop our life plans and goals is what we dream about as kids. I used to think about what I was going to do with my life when I got older. I ...
Views: 1354(2 votes) - 5 Essential Do’s and Don’ts for emerging B2B Companies - by Submitted on May 16, 2013 from OB SohailThe emergence of B2B portals and their success from the mid 2000’s has led many aspirers to pursue the same. However, the ratio of success has fallen drastically for new and emerging B2B portals. Let me put some light on the glaring facts and reasons for this trend. The Period back in mid ...
Views: 1020 - Spring Clean Your Workplace to Increase Profits and Productivity - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Pat HeydlauffSpring cleaning is a phrase that is usually relegated to the home, but it is just as relevant to the well-being, productivity and future of a small business or a large corporation. Spring cleaning is the practice of cleaning a home from top to bottom, especially after long hard winters in ...
Views: 3150(2 votes) - Spring Clean Your Workplace to Increase Profits and Productivity - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Pat HeydlauffSpring cleaning is a phrase that is usually relegated to the home, but it is just as relevant to the well-being, productivity and future of a small business or a large corporation. Spring cleaning is the practice of cleaning a home from top to bottom, especially after long hard winters in ...
Views: 3150(2 votes) - The Best Sales Experts Never Close. They Open. - by Submitted on May 14, 2013 from Dallas HardcastleTruth, how many times have you read that the world’s most successful sales people are the best closers? Have you ever read about the ‘twenty-three power closes’? Or perhaps the ‘ABC (Always Be Closing) method’? Ok, here’s my one question...do you like to be closed? Really, can you ...
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