3 Major Forces of Change
By: Pj Germain
PEOPLE - the most obvious reason we see a faster rate of change is because we are producing a lot more people and people cause change. People make things - they come up with new ideas - they compete for scarce resources. Whatever sorts of things people do, we will continue see it happening more and faster.
TECHNOLOGY - Since technology is a product of the human race, we can expect the rate of technological change and advancement to follow the trends of our population growth. It has been stated that over 8o percent of the world's technological advances have occurred since 1900. With more people to come and also because technology actually feeds on itself, a rapid and accelerating rate of technological change is guaranteed.
INFORMATION - Knowledge. There was more information produced in the 30 years between 1965 and 1995 than was produced in the entire 5,000 years between 3000 B.C. to 1965. And since then even more! It has been said that the amount of information available in the world is doubling every 5 years - plus, all this knowledge and information is readily available to many more people than it ever reached before. The Internet is the driving force of this.
We definitely live in an exciting era with much growth, change and advancement occurring! We all know that a direct result of change can easily be stress; thus the question that often pops up is: "So who is causing all of the changes?" In most companies today, upper management takes the rap for causing the changes - after all, they are the ones who get to call the shots. Thus, most people believe it is quite fair to point fingers and accuse the upper management for being the main source for the pressure and emotional strain encountered.
But the fact of the matter is that this is not necessarily true at all - for appearances can be deceiving. It is important to realize that in most cases, management moves are often "reactions" for the organization may simply be trying to respond to some outside force ... competition, new technology, economic turns, and/or marketplace shifts and customer expectations. So if organizational management is actually attempting to deal with such an underlying problem that could impact the company's future, then that root cause is the real culprit.
Now it is important to not take this line of reasoning as some sort of weak defense for company management - for there are definitely times when this would not be the case. For example, when someone in management makes a bad decision and it is obvious that there was a better way of handling a specific situation and avoiding the consequences that resulted.
What is important is one's own ability to be responsible for their stress reduction in these difficult situations. Do not count on others to come along and relieve your stress. Put yourself in charge and be responsible for managing the pressure you are encountering. The fact of the matter is, you are probably the only one in your work situation who will - or even can - do much to lighten your emotional and psychological load.
Jumat, 28 September 2007
3 Simple Steps You Must Take When Evaluating Internet Business Opportunities
By: Brian Wynn
I'm sure you've seen and heard it all before. 'The Internet is the biggest money making opportunity around. A home Internet business will make you super rich'. . . blah blah blah. And there's almost an infinite number of websites telling you about their system or opportunity and how it's the next biggest online venture. And they might be right but. . .
. . .Who should you believe? Who can you trust?
These are two very important questions with difficult answers. These days websites can be made to look and feel very professional and personal. There isn't a quick 100% foolproof way to tell the genuine offers from the scams. Although I've found that there are 3 very simple steps you should take if you want an indication of how genuine any particular website's opportunity is.
Now the most critical piece of advice that I can offer you is that you should only pursue one opportunity at a time. If you focus your time and resources on one venture then you are much more likely to get the best results i.e. income. So do not get distracted with other ventures once you have chosen one to pursue no matter how attractive a new offer looks! This is the number one reason why Internet Entrepreneurs fail to make any significant income online.
So here are the 3 simple steps to evaluate any online opportunity:
1. Read the entire website - you will be amazed at how much information is hidden or dumped on pages other than the main one so take your time and browse around. After reading the website ask yourself which venture made the most sense and not which one appealed to you the most.
2. Email them with your questions - if they respond in a reasonable timeframe with a personal answer then you know it's not just a bunch of automated messages being thrown at you. Although you may find it difficult to find a way of contacting someone as some sites do not give any contact information or even a web form. If that's the case then do I really need to say anymore?
3. Always opt-in - if the site offers a free report, newsletter or simply asks you for your email address to access the full website you should give it. This way you will get more information about the opportunity on offer. Unless you do this it is difficult to make an informed decision about the offer. If you decide not to pursue a particular venture it is very easy to unsubscribe your email address after.
Once you've complete these 3 easy steps you are in an excellent position to make an informed decision about any online opportunity.
Over the last few years alone I've browsed literally hundreds of websites offering their system of success and I think I've become a pretty good judge at telling the difference between the good, the bad and the scam!
But if you don't share my level of confidence about your ability to select a genuine online opportunity then simply use these 3 steps. They are a very worth while time investment that many entrepreneurs miss out because they jump at the first opportunity that is thrown in front of them, and guess what, they've been had. The reason for this is that today most ventures are very good at persuading you that you are guaranteed to make a really significant income for a tiny investment.
Don't let the minority of scams out there dissuade you from pursuing many great online business opportunities which are genuine and lucrative. Just make sure you stay objective by using my 3 simple steps to help you reach a decision.
About the Author:
The Millionaire League, founded by Brian Wynn, is the only millionaire's club that shows you how to become one! Just imagine waking up to $1,000+ every morning! Stop dreaming about making money and make money while you sleep instead! Visit http://www.TheMillionaireLeague.com
I'm sure you've seen and heard it all before. 'The Internet is the biggest money making opportunity around. A home Internet business will make you super rich'. . . blah blah blah. And there's almost an infinite number of websites telling you about their system or opportunity and how it's the next biggest online venture. And they might be right but. . .
. . .Who should you believe? Who can you trust?
These are two very important questions with difficult answers. These days websites can be made to look and feel very professional and personal. There isn't a quick 100% foolproof way to tell the genuine offers from the scams. Although I've found that there are 3 very simple steps you should take if you want an indication of how genuine any particular website's opportunity is.
Now the most critical piece of advice that I can offer you is that you should only pursue one opportunity at a time. If you focus your time and resources on one venture then you are much more likely to get the best results i.e. income. So do not get distracted with other ventures once you have chosen one to pursue no matter how attractive a new offer looks! This is the number one reason why Internet Entrepreneurs fail to make any significant income online.
So here are the 3 simple steps to evaluate any online opportunity:
1. Read the entire website - you will be amazed at how much information is hidden or dumped on pages other than the main one so take your time and browse around. After reading the website ask yourself which venture made the most sense and not which one appealed to you the most.
2. Email them with your questions - if they respond in a reasonable timeframe with a personal answer then you know it's not just a bunch of automated messages being thrown at you. Although you may find it difficult to find a way of contacting someone as some sites do not give any contact information or even a web form. If that's the case then do I really need to say anymore?
3. Always opt-in - if the site offers a free report, newsletter or simply asks you for your email address to access the full website you should give it. This way you will get more information about the opportunity on offer. Unless you do this it is difficult to make an informed decision about the offer. If you decide not to pursue a particular venture it is very easy to unsubscribe your email address after.
Once you've complete these 3 easy steps you are in an excellent position to make an informed decision about any online opportunity.
Over the last few years alone I've browsed literally hundreds of websites offering their system of success and I think I've become a pretty good judge at telling the difference between the good, the bad and the scam!
But if you don't share my level of confidence about your ability to select a genuine online opportunity then simply use these 3 steps. They are a very worth while time investment that many entrepreneurs miss out because they jump at the first opportunity that is thrown in front of them, and guess what, they've been had. The reason for this is that today most ventures are very good at persuading you that you are guaranteed to make a really significant income for a tiny investment.
Don't let the minority of scams out there dissuade you from pursuing many great online business opportunities which are genuine and lucrative. Just make sure you stay objective by using my 3 simple steps to help you reach a decision.
About the Author:
The Millionaire League, founded by Brian Wynn, is the only millionaire's club that shows you how to become one! Just imagine waking up to $1,000+ every morning! Stop dreaming about making money and make money while you sleep instead! Visit http://www.TheMillionaireLeague.com
10 Money-Saving Tips for Home Businesses
One of the most common obstacles many home-based working moms face is trying to start or run a new business on a limited budget. The first few years of a business are usually the hardest financially. Some moms leave full-time careers and substantial salaries to start a new business. Others start a home business as stay-at-home moms wanting additional income to support their family as well as a professional outlet to balance their diaper-changing days.
In either case, starting and running a home-based business takes money. How much money will depend partly on you and the type of business you choose to run.
Below are our top 10 tips to save you and your home business money:
1. Do your own market research by talking to potential clients or customers. Many new home business owners skip this step only to come back to it later (or wish they had). Those who start businesses without doing any type of research, risk the possibility of their target market not needing or wanting their particular product or service. The competition may be too fierce, or there may not be enough potential customers to support the business. Or perhaps, the product isn’t priced correctly. It is just as important not to price your product too low as it is not to price it too high. Talk to others in similar businesses as yours to see how much they charge and what they offer for that price.
2. Team up with other non-competitive businesses that target the same market to do some co-marketing. For example, desktop publishers and print shops can do a direct mail campaign together advertising both of their services or buy an ad in a local publication and split the costs. Neither is in competition with the other. They also can hand out business cards or flyers for one another as well as give word-of-mouth referrals. It’s a great way to double one’s marketing efforts while splitting any advertising costs.
3. When you have a satisfied customer, don't be afraid to ask for referrals. People like to help others especially new businesses trying to succeed. Show pride in your work and people are sure to notice, and when they do, ask if they know any others you can send a brochure or sample to. Another great way to encourage referrals is to offer a discount or special offer for any customers who are referred to you.
4. Barter or trade your services for other products or services you need. Associations and organizations are not only great places to network; they are also great for finding businesses that offer services and products you need. Look for businesses you could help with your product or service and offer to barter or trade for theirs. (Be sure to check with your tax professional for tax issues involving bartering and trading.)
5. Find another home-based working mom to swap babysitting with. All home-based working moms need some dedicated time to work on their business tasks. By swapping with another mom, each can work on their businesses without adding to their childcare costs.
6. When buying new office equipment, go to a place that offers a low-price guarantee. You can save time and money by shopping at places that will refund any difference in price if you find the product cheaper elsewhere.
7. If you are looking for computer equipment, consider buying used equipment. Look in the classifieds and talk to others that may know someone looking to upgrade. Ask for warranty information and make sure the machine is in good working condition. Also take a look at the computer companies offering refurbished machines. Some are priced accordingly and usually come with some type of warranty.
8. Send postcards for direct mail solicitation. They are cheaper to print and less expensive to mail. Another advantage is that they are more likely to be read since they take no effort to open.
9. If you hire sales help, pay by commission only so you only spend money if you make money. A salesperson can increase your sales without adding any up-front fees or salaries.
10. Use pre-printed design papers for letterhead, brochures and business cards if you only need a small amount. The papers can be found at most large office supply stores, and they are great for new businesses trying to get started on a small budget.
Lesley Spencer, the founder of Home-Based Working moms has helped thousands of moms start their businesses in the 10 years that she has been in business. Their group provides networking, support, media opportunities, and more. By actively being involved in such a group you also increase your chances of success because of the power and support that she offers and the opportunity to network with other professionals. Getting connected with positive “winners” in the entrepreneurial world is just another way to succeed.
These money-saving ideas should help with your budget but new business owners also need plenty of drive and determination to succeed. It takes time to develop and grow a business. So be patient and give it all you’ve got!
About the Author:
Diana Ennen is the President of Virtual Word Publishing, http://www.virtualwordpublishing.com and the author of Corel WordPerfect Office Ready Virtual Assistant Solution Pack (http://www.corel.com), and Virtual Assistant The Series, Become a Highly Successful, Sought After VA & workbook.
In either case, starting and running a home-based business takes money. How much money will depend partly on you and the type of business you choose to run.
Below are our top 10 tips to save you and your home business money:
1. Do your own market research by talking to potential clients or customers. Many new home business owners skip this step only to come back to it later (or wish they had). Those who start businesses without doing any type of research, risk the possibility of their target market not needing or wanting their particular product or service. The competition may be too fierce, or there may not be enough potential customers to support the business. Or perhaps, the product isn’t priced correctly. It is just as important not to price your product too low as it is not to price it too high. Talk to others in similar businesses as yours to see how much they charge and what they offer for that price.
2. Team up with other non-competitive businesses that target the same market to do some co-marketing. For example, desktop publishers and print shops can do a direct mail campaign together advertising both of their services or buy an ad in a local publication and split the costs. Neither is in competition with the other. They also can hand out business cards or flyers for one another as well as give word-of-mouth referrals. It’s a great way to double one’s marketing efforts while splitting any advertising costs.
3. When you have a satisfied customer, don't be afraid to ask for referrals. People like to help others especially new businesses trying to succeed. Show pride in your work and people are sure to notice, and when they do, ask if they know any others you can send a brochure or sample to. Another great way to encourage referrals is to offer a discount or special offer for any customers who are referred to you.
4. Barter or trade your services for other products or services you need. Associations and organizations are not only great places to network; they are also great for finding businesses that offer services and products you need. Look for businesses you could help with your product or service and offer to barter or trade for theirs. (Be sure to check with your tax professional for tax issues involving bartering and trading.)
5. Find another home-based working mom to swap babysitting with. All home-based working moms need some dedicated time to work on their business tasks. By swapping with another mom, each can work on their businesses without adding to their childcare costs.
6. When buying new office equipment, go to a place that offers a low-price guarantee. You can save time and money by shopping at places that will refund any difference in price if you find the product cheaper elsewhere.
7. If you are looking for computer equipment, consider buying used equipment. Look in the classifieds and talk to others that may know someone looking to upgrade. Ask for warranty information and make sure the machine is in good working condition. Also take a look at the computer companies offering refurbished machines. Some are priced accordingly and usually come with some type of warranty.
8. Send postcards for direct mail solicitation. They are cheaper to print and less expensive to mail. Another advantage is that they are more likely to be read since they take no effort to open.
9. If you hire sales help, pay by commission only so you only spend money if you make money. A salesperson can increase your sales without adding any up-front fees or salaries.
10. Use pre-printed design papers for letterhead, brochures and business cards if you only need a small amount. The papers can be found at most large office supply stores, and they are great for new businesses trying to get started on a small budget.
Lesley Spencer, the founder of Home-Based Working moms has helped thousands of moms start their businesses in the 10 years that she has been in business. Their group provides networking, support, media opportunities, and more. By actively being involved in such a group you also increase your chances of success because of the power and support that she offers and the opportunity to network with other professionals. Getting connected with positive “winners” in the entrepreneurial world is just another way to succeed.
These money-saving ideas should help with your budget but new business owners also need plenty of drive and determination to succeed. It takes time to develop and grow a business. So be patient and give it all you’ve got!
About the Author:
Diana Ennen is the President of Virtual Word Publishing, http://www.virtualwordpublishing.com and the author of Corel WordPerfect Office Ready Virtual Assistant Solution Pack (http://www.corel.com), and Virtual Assistant The Series, Become a Highly Successful, Sought After VA & workbook.
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