1. HALLOWEEN AND OTHER FALL HAPPENINGS
November 02, 2005


Upper Saddle River, NJ - October 31, 2005 - Fall brings with it certain happenings: leaves changing colors, kids dressing up for Halloween, cool evenings, the change back from Daylight Saving Time, and, in the business world, the beginning of the annual budgeting process, as well as the time to revisit sales compensation programs. It is the last of these annual events that presents a significant challenge to many businesses. Sales compensation plans are important to the success of a company, yet many organizations fail to get it right the first time. So when fall rolls around and the sale... (read more)

Author: Paul R. Dorf, Ph.D., APD | Article Views: 889

2. 7 Hot Home Business Ideas
November 01, 2005


1. Virtual Assistant – Virtual Assistants provide administrative services to small businesses that don’t have a staff to handle these duties. VAs can perform a variety of tasks for clients including contact database management, writing and sending business letters, designing brochures, and creating newsletters. 2. After School Care – Instead of operating a full-time daycare service, offer before and after school care. Many parents would rather pay to have someone watch their kids for a couple of hours each day and avoid turning them into latch key kids. 3. Computer Tutor – Computer ... (read more)

Author: Stephanie Chandler | Article Views: 917

3. FSBO Tip - Don't Do It
November 01, 2005


My Number one FSBO Tip? Don't sell it yourself! A "FSBO," or house "for sale by owner" can sell fast, and for as much as it would have if listed with a real estate agent. Sometimes - but not normally. Consider the following ten points. 1. Buyers work with agents. Most look at MLS listings. Sell it yourself, and they won't see or hear about your home. How do you find that "right" buyer or get top dollar when you're invisible to most of the market? 2. Your FSBO will get lower offers. Naturally, the buyer thinks you'll take less because you're saving the commission! Save a $10,000 com... (read more)

Author: Steve Gillman | Article Views: 826

4. What it Takes to Succeed in Business!
October 31, 2005


Business if tough in today’s world! Most small businesses go bankrupt or are closed abruptly in the first five years. Over the course of the next five years many of the remainders also “pack up” shop and lock their doors. Why do so many businesses fail? The reasons lie in three main spheres. Those spheres of influence can be labeled personal, customer, and operations. The Personal Sphere deals with the owner’s personal motivation to start a business. For example, if an owner wants to start their own business, but isn’t willing to make the sacrifices necessary to make it thrive, then the... (read more)

Author: Murad Abel | Article Views: 684

5. Sell Your Own Home
October 31, 2005


You can sell your own home, but it can be a time-consuming and frustrating process. Usually I would recommend listing with an agent, but in the right market, it may make sense to save the commission and do it yourself. If you try, use the tips here to do it right, and to avoid common mistakes. 1. Understand house values. It's not what you think your house is worth, and it doesn't matter how much you put into it. The value is only what it's worth to potential buyers. See what they've paid for similar homes before you decide on a price. 2. Try to be objective. Get your most honest an... (read more)

Author: Steve Gillman | Article Views: 310