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Thursday, November 22, 2007
Etiquette for Online Business CommunicationCopyright © Roderick Eash http://www.TheEashSyndicate.comEtiquette for online business is virtually the same it is for offline business: * always be polite * show respect * listen/read intently * go out of your way to satisfy any and all customers’ needs * never fabricate information to mislead or suit one’s own business interests * be willing to negotiate These are no-brainers although, unfortunately many of those involved in business (both those who run businesses and the general public) do not always follow them. This is either because they do not know, misinterpret or simple do not care. In the end however, despite desperation or personal gain, using appropriate behavior will always ensure better service and reception. Of the most important and critical forms of business etiquette is that of communication. How, when, where, for what reasons and the identity of those with whom one interacts all play a significant part in which practices one uses through communication. Of course, one should always be polite. This rule is universal and absolute (probably one of the few ‘absolutes’ there is in the business or any other type of social interaction). Being polite means that you care about servicing, not to mention looking professional, to the other person involved in the transaction. Politeness is the true sign of a civilized mind. This makes others feel comfortable and even draws their interest into the venture and maintains it throughout the duration of the said transaction. It also reflects respect for that other person. Without a doubt, politeness and respect are indeed most important and non-disputable. These are both virtual laws to be obeyed by everyone at all times! Another aspect of good etiquette involved in online communication is promptness. Constant and forthright recognition and response shows a respect for the other person’s time .Yes, busy schedules sometimes make it difficult to get back to others right away. This is why proper pacing is essential in public relations of all kinds, whether involving shoppers, potential clients who would provide sponsorship, colleagues, executive personnel or those in the legal field. All of these deserve timely responses. A term of three business days is the acceptable amount of time in which to reply to anyone. One exception is the no-reply. A good example would be in the context of when one applies for a job. As much as many people dislike it, employers quite frequently do not respond when they are not interested in hiring an applicant. Job seekers, however, are encouraged to send out follow ups within two weeks to thirty days of the submission of application to show ongoing interest. If, however, an applicant still doesn’t receive a respond from an employer, s/he should not follow up further and move on. In the end, communication etiquette is critical for everyone to know and practice. It could mean the difference between failure and success. About the Author:----------------------------------------------------------------- To find the best home based business ideas and opportunities so you can work at home visit: http://www.TheEashSyndicate.com-----------------------------------------------------------------
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Wednesday, November 21, 2007
Creating a Home Business Selling Items on Online Auction SitesCopyright © Roderick Eash http://www.TheEashSyndicate.comIf you enjoy sales and want to work from home selling items you make yourself or items made by others, posting items for sale on online auction sites can be an exciting home business that you can make a steady profit from. Online auction sites have become more popular over the years as people have become savvy about how they want to spend their money. On these sites, visitors can browse through hundreds of categories and subcategories looking for items of interest. Once people find the items they want, they may be able to buy them directly from the seller, or they can bid on the item. Whoever has the highest bid wins the item. Becoming a seller on these sites is very easy. If you have a home computer, valid email address, and accurate payment information, then you can create an online store and sell products. Since there are so many items listed on these sites you have the option of selling one kind of item, or you can sell many different types of items to appeal to a larger audience. You will also be able to sell directly to buyers or you can open items up for bid. Many online sellers create mini-stores where visitors can browse and purchase items direct. Another aspect of this home business is that you are responsible for marketing your products on the site with pictures, descriptions, and answering customer questions. You will also be responsible for shipping the item safely to the buyer. You can add these costs into the price of your items or ask for a flat fee. Many online auction sites offer buyer different options when it comes to shipping, so you can increase your prices based on the site's options. Building a solid reputation is important when running an online store. Customers will be able to leave feedback, both negative and positive, that other customers will read before purchasing an item from you. Always try to resolve any complaints quickly so that you can retain a positive reputation. If you enjoy running your own business, but don't want the hassle of paying rent to open a store, hire employees, and deal with suppliers, an online auction store is a great alternative. You can shop for items in stores, yard sales, and estate sales, and then sell them to your customers. Knowing how to price these items is important because people going to these sites are looking for a bargain and if you charge too much, they will find another seller. This home business is a wonderful enterprise for those with or without a family. If you have a family, they can help by packing items and taking orders. About the Author:----------------------------------------------------------------- To find the best home based business ideas and opportunities so you can work at home visit: http://www.TheEashSyndicate.com-----------------------------------------------------------------
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Tuesday, November 20, 2007
Consider The Service Needs Of HomeownersCopyright © Roderick Eash http://www.TheEashSyndicate.comWhether you own your home or rent or live in an apartment, there are probably many chores around the house that you would be willing to pay someone else to do for you. Many others may feel the same way, but if you could be paid to do those chores, it may make them worth doing. There may be money in doing some of these jobs that require very little experience or a heft investment in equipment. Lawn care services abound, especially for professionals without the time to properly care for their lawns, and they make it a year round business by also offering snow removal. What about those days when there isn’t enough snow to plow, but the sidewalks and driveways are covered with ice and the homeowner does not have the time or initiative to spread some salt on the walks? These are the types of home service businesses that can find a niche in the market and turn a simple task into a viable business. Many cleaning services simply state they don’t so windows, but homeowners and businesses still want them done. Inside windows are usually the task of one member of the household, but outside windows, especially with two and three-story homes, can be a problem for many homeowners. In some cases, higher windows can be reached with extension devices without the need for a ladder and most exterior windows can be cleaned in short order, allowing several homes a day to be serviced by one small company. Businesses always want to make a good impression and keeping their front windows clean and streak-free can offer a business opportunity for the right person. They can even offer services of a pressure washer to insure the entire business façade is kept clean and free of accumulating dirt and dust. Gutter cleaning is a royal pain for most homeowners who usually put it off until small plants and bushes begin to appear in the gutters. Gutter cleaning may not be a glamorous job, but can be accomplished with a power washer and even a leaf blower. Clean up of the debris around the house at the end of the cleaning can be stipulated into the agreement as to whether you do it or the homeowner. One seasonal homeowner need that is becoming more popular is outdoor decorating. Many homeowners want to illuminate their exterior for the holidays but lack the time, the ladders or the inclination to spend hours outdoors in potentially cold weather putting them in place. A ladder and some heavy clothing can equip you to open a home decorating business. Typically, this will evolve in to two separate jobs as whatever decorations you get paid to put up, will have to be taken down again. About the Author:----------------------------------------------------------------- To find the best home based business ideas and opportunities so you can work at home visit: http://www.TheEashSyndicate.com-----------------------------------------------------------------
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Cleaning Up With A Part-Time BusinessCopyright © Roderick Eash http://www.TheEashSyndicate.comIf you know how to push a broom and use a vacuum cleaner, you can probably open a home business offering janitorial services to small businesses. While many have their own in-house cleaning crews, many utilize the services of small local businesses to keep their trash cans empty and floors clean. Starting out small and doing a good job, can often lead to new cleaning contracts and a future business. Whether cleaning needs to be done daily, weekly or somewhere in between, having everything that is to be done and its frequency in writing will protect both you and the client. You will have to note any products you use that may cause allergic reactions in the regular business staff and avoid their use in that office. There are many franchise opportunities available for office and home cleaning services and many people are willing to pay to have a service enter their home and clean once or twice a week and especially before special occasions. Most folks want a clean house for the holidays but just do not have, or are not willing to take the needed time to clean the house properly. Having a home or office cleaning business can pay off big all year around and even bigger during the holidays. You do not have to limit the cleaning services you offer to only the inside of the home or office. Many homeowners would be happy to turn the responsibility of cleaning the sidewalks and yard to a professional cleaning company. Buying into a franchise that offers all around services will provide more opportunities to pick up more clients. The more homes and offices you have to clean, the more money you can make. Finding a special niche in the cleaning business is tough, but with the push for using less chemicals can open a door for an all natural cleaning company. There are natural products available for every phase of professional cleaning and advertising that your company use only natural and biodegradable products may help bring in some environmentally friendly customers. It would be advisable to use only one type of cleaning products, accidentally using chemically-enhanced products on a job that specifies natural products only, will probably cost not only that contact but some of your reputation as well. If you can develop a different type of specialized service, such as cleaning and caring for all wood floors, you can become the one business that people calls when they need your specialized services. When working with cleaning homes and offices, it is best not to promise to do something you an unfamiliar with doing. Wood floors, for example require special handling and cleaning and if you use the wrong ones it could actually damage the flooring. About the Author:----------------------------------------------------------------- To find the best home based business ideas and opportunities so you can work at home visit: http://www.TheEashSyndicate.com-----------------------------------------------------------------
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Monday, November 19, 2007
Choosing Products for an E-Commerce SiteCopyright © Roderick Eash http://www.TheEashSyndicate.comOne of the popular home businesses today is that of maintaining an E-Commerce site. Depending on the products that you sell or promote, you can have quite a lucrative business in this area without having to do anything more than promote your site. You don't need inventory, and you don't have to ship any of the products—that is done for you. It's so easy that someone who has never run a business before will quickly learn how to operate one of these sites. In the majority of cases, you contract with a company that already has an E-Commerce site, and they provide you with a "mirror" site of theirs with your own codes and URL. You are responsible for promoting the site, but you will not be handling the shipping or maintaining of inventory. For someone who has a busy lifestyle and has things they like to do without being tied down to a desk, this is a perfect business. You don't have to sit at your computer waiting for someone to buy something because it will be automated for you, including the installation of credit card links. The only thing you will have to do is promote your site so that you will have a steady flow of visitors in order to ensured constant traffic and sales. You will receive a commission from those who purchase products from your site. Of course, this is not the only type of E-Commerce site. You may also choose to use your personal or business website to post links and banners from companies with whom you have agreed to be an affiliate such as Barnes and Noble, Amazon, and thousands more. In exchange for posting their banners on your site, they will pay you for click throughs that create a sale. Of course, these are not as profitable as an E-Commerce site as described above unless you generate a great deal of traffic as some of the companies only pay perhaps ten cents a sale. On the other hand, some others such as ClickBank pay much higher. Of course, if you have the time to promote your site, you may generate enough traffic to make it worthwhile. Promotion is the key issue with an E-Commerce site whether it's a mirror site or affiliate programs. The amount of money you make is directly related to how much time you spend promoting your site and how visible your site is. With good promotion, your site will be highly visible and allow you enough visitors to afford you a reasonable income. How much you make depends on the scope of your site and your target audience, so it's not something you can guess ahead of time—you have to do the work first and reap the benefits later. About the Author:----------------------------------------------------------------- To find the best home based business ideas and opportunities so you can work at home visit: http://www.TheEashSyndicate.com-----------------------------------------------------------------
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Article Writing for the Good of Your BusinessCopyright © Roderick Eash http://www.TheEashSyndicate.comBreaking into a newspaper can be a difficult prospect. Every day, reporters and editors are pitched from a broad range of sources for ideas that range widely from the extremely newsworthy to the ridiculous. With all of this competition for what it a very limited amount of space, the chances of getting your story before the subscribers eyes can be slim. To circumvent this problem, you can concentrate on a certain type of story. A story that speaks to a certain audience but isn’t necessarily timely. This type of story is called a feature and it can be the greatest thing that ever happened to your business. A feature is designed to be a fully developed, in depth look at a certain topic that doesn’t need to correspond to the big news of the day. Under ideal circumstances, the story could be published today, tomorrow, or a year from now with the same effect. Unlike a press release, which gives the outlines of a happening that invites a reporter to dig under the surface to find the story, a feature is to be used just as it was sent in. Of course, after acceptance a newspaper has the right to edit it to fit the space available or leave out the content seen as superfluous. The topics for a feature range as broadly as those for any other type of story. Health and home improvement are particularly good topics for a feature because they are subjects people are interested in on an ongoing basis. If your business lends itself to one of these topics, or to the topics of travel or technology, it would lend itself just as well to a feature story. These stories also have the advantage of being used in supplementary portions of a newspaper, such as the lifestyle section or one of the special Sunday sections. If you can get your feature in to one of these, it would be twice the bargain, as it has been shown that people have more time to pursue the paper on a leisurely Sunday than any other day of the week, meaning more eyes on your story and more time to digest the content. In order to make your feature something a newspaper will want to publish, here are a few secrets of the trade to help you better sell your content. For one, you’ll want to have an attention grabbing headline. Lacking this, the editor will create one of their own design, but will they have as much personal interest in getting people to read the story as you have? Likely not. The headline may in fact be the most important aspect of your story. Ask yourself some questions about the article, and find a headline that answers these questions in a way that summarizes the meat of the article. If you can make it clever and witty, so much the better. But don’t try to get too cute. No one likes that. Finally, the content itself should be written in a style similar to the other articles in the paper. Review an issue or two and create your article with those templates in mind. About the Author:----------------------------------------------------------------- To find the best home based business ideas and opportunities so you can work at home visit: http://www.TheEashSyndicate.com-----------------------------------------------------------------
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All Season Home BusinessesCopyright © Roderick Eash http://www.TheEashSyndicate.comWhen you are first starting out you may have an idea or two of what you want to sell, but you might not have thought of the changes in the seasons and other important factors that can affect your sales, and ultimately the success of your business. Hence, it is important to consider whether or not you can really consider your business an all-season business or not. One good example of a business that may struggle throughout the year except for one month is a costume store. During October and around Halloween, these businesses can make huge profits, but during the other eleven months, they may struggle just to keep the doors open. On the other hand, an example of a year-round business is an interior design business. People are always looking for new ways to decorate their homes, especially as the seasons change, so if you have the skills needed, this could really be the best decision you've ever made. To decide whether or not your business can be considered year-round, think about the different activities, services, and products you partake of throughout the year. If your business idea falls into only one or two seasons or months, it is time to expand your plan, or modify it. For instance, if you wanted to open a business selling skateboarding gear, you should know that it is useless to try to sell skateboards while there is snow covering the ground. However, you could always expand your business plan to include both skateboarding and snowboarding gear so you are covering the entire year. Once you have an idea of what it will take to market your business throughout the year, you can start to create a better plan for operating your business. Having all of your ideas set out from the beginning, it is a lot easier to plan ahead for possible downfalls and scenarios, and adjust for them accordingly. This will save you a ton of trouble when you otherwise might have realized at the last minute. It is much better to be prepared than to be caught blind and grasping for strategies to keep you above water. In the end, knowing what it will take to keep your business productive through all twelve months is one major key to starting a successful business. If you have a plan ahead of time, and you budget for the costs of integrating all of your business plans into one, you will be much more successful during the months that your primary product may not be bringing in the dough. Make sure you think about all of the factors that can affect your sales throughout the year, not just the change in seasons, and make sure you have a plan to counteract their harmful effects on the productivity and growth of your new business. About the Author:----------------------------------------------------------------- To find the best home based business ideas and opportunities so you can work at home visit: http://www.TheEashSyndicate.com-----------------------------------------------------------------
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Sunday, November 18, 2007
All Businesses Require Some Type Of ServiceCopyright © Roderick Eash http://www.TheEashSyndicate.comRemember on your last job there were times when things had to be done and you wished you had someone who could do some of the little things. Someone to change all the light bulbs, or pressure wash the sidewalk and get all of that chewing gum removed? Someone you could call that worked when the store was less busy and didn’t take employees away from their regular duties? Check with the manager at local stores to offer your services in many different areas. While most companies have their own folks take care of a lot of small jobs, there are still opportunities to begin a business offering your services to other business. Established businesses likely already have contracts with companies to perform a variety of work, but if you find a new business getting ready to open, there is no harm in finding out who is handling their minor outdoor clean-up projects. With a leaf blower, you can visit the business early in the morning and clean their parking lot of last night’s debris. You can even keep their landscaped areas free of debris and if they sell live flowers, they may be interested in having someone come in before the sun comes up and water the plants for them. A good pressure washer, with the right detergents and a scraper can be used to keep their sidewalks clean of mud, muck and discarded chewing gum. While you can perform a variety of maintenance duties at the customer’s location, you will still be working at home. The owner of the business may also need similar work done at their home or, in the case of regional chains, at all of their stores, which can provide a steady work schedule and a steady income. Previous management experience can also open the possibility to work as a trainer for several different companies. Businesses are constantly offering their employees additional training that may not directly relate to their business and hire outside training consultants to lead the sessions. They may have their own training methods and materials, but many smaller companies do not. If you have the background necessary, you may work with several small companies to train their management and supervisors on personnel issues, sexual harassment and other management issues. Sharing your knowledge and experience could lead to a lucrative side job, in addition to retirement. Secret shopper jobs do exist, but usually not from the ads you find on the internet. Many companies do subversive snooping on their outlets to make sure they are following company guidelines. You can check with a local or state retailing association to learn how they hire people to check up on their outlets. About the Author:----------------------------------------------------------------- To find the best home based business ideas and opportunities so you can work at home visit: http://www.TheEashSyndicate.com-----------------------------------------------------------------
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Advertising Your Home Based BusinessCopyright © Roderick Eash http://www.TheEashSyndicate.comHaving a home based business has many ups and downs to it. The last thing you want to worry about while trying to figure everything else out is whether or not your home based business is getting enough advertising to make a profit. When it comes to advertising there are several different ways you can do this and some may even work better than others but you want to be sure to reach as many audiences as you can in order to provide yourself the best outcome. In this article I will provide a few different ways you can advertise your business and hopefully one, if not more, will work for you. Newspaper Advertisement We all have seen how powerful the newspapers are. They cover all the news, good and bad, show job listings, and even advertise businesses. Though this can be quite costly, depending on how big you want the ad to be and how long you want it to run, it is still one of today’s best methods in getting the word out there about you, your business and what you can do for the public. Television Advertisement This is yet another expensive, yet effective, way to get the word out. Most people in America own a television, or at the very least can find a way to view one. You know as well as I do that when you are right in the middle of the best part of your favorite show, there comes a commercial break. Commercials are where people who run businesses or offer some sort of service tell about their product(s) and try to get you to buy from them or use their services instead of someone else’s. Why not put your service out there for the public to see and decide if it is something they want or need. You might be surprised how many actually watch the commercials. Internet Advertisement This seems to be one of the best and most inexpensive way to get the word out about your business and the product or service you offer. The best part about it is that you can set up your company’s own website and put whatever it is that you think will help your company. Be sure when doing this though that you keep the information on your company’s website up to date with current information. Example: If you are having a sale but it ends in a week, put the information on there about the sale, but go back in a week and take the info off. You don’t want to advertise something that is not happening as you would have to honor that and may end up losing money in the end. About the Author:----------------------------------------------------------------- To find the best home based business ideas and opportunities so you can work at home visit: http://www.TheEashSyndicate.com-----------------------------------------------------------------
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