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A bell ringing makes people know that an establishment is open. Or makes them stare and try to find out where that came from. Your business cards are your bells. In this case, it is YOU who is being represented and being marketed by these cards.

Quiet times in business happen to all of us. They happen to established Virtual Assistants, as well as to those just starting out. The phone stops ringing, your email inbox is so empty you wonder if your internet service is down and you can’t...

Before you file for bankruptcy, it is important to realize that all bankruptcy proceedings will be listed in public bankruptcy records. Therefore, if you have filed for bankruptcy, it is possible for anybody - including future employers or creditors...

If you are going to file for bankruptcy, it is true that you will not have very good credit after bankruptcy. However, this does not mean that you will never be able to get loans, and it certainly doesn't mean that you will never have a good...

With the advent of the Internet, almost everything has been rendered deliverable with digital speed. You could order items online, for example, and the same would be shipped to your doorsteps the next day.

We all wish we could say "yes" to everybody and everything. And yet sometimes we have to say "no."Here's how to say "no" with class and respect.> Be CourageousSome people feel afraid to say "no." They may...

There are many facets of life that require discipline; getting up every morning to go to work, paying your bills, putting gas in your car and countless other things.

5 Simple Ways to Double Your Income ImmediatelySo you think that you are just like your competition? Well, then it is time to differentiate yourself. As a contractor, you probably use the same types of materials as your competitors do…so how...

Use this check list to assess your communication skills.Focus* Do you pay complete attention to others when they are speaking? (A wandering focus discourages open communication.)* Do you manage your thoughts during a conversation, focusing them on...

When it comes to business and sales, building a strong relationship is critical. The stronger your relationship is with your customer, the more likely they will be to refer you business.Every day, make an attempt to build on the relationships you...