Q. I have several projects going at once -- but I never seem to finish them! I'm pulled in so many different directions -- and I end up with nothing to show for my efforts!A. While you're in a creative mode, you're most likely to be swamped with ideas! Most people have too few ideas or too many. Here's how to deal with the "too many to finish" challenge.(1) Stop berating yourself for not finishing a project. Instead, say, "I don't feel ready to...more
It never ceases to amaze me how many people set-up a web site, without any type of plan or clue about how to promote it--how to write a sales letter--how to write an ad--nothing! Fact is, nowadays, anyone can have a web site. But once you get one, then what? How are you going to make money with it? If you don't know what you're doing, then do the smart thing and consult with an Internet marketing expert.What? You say you can't afford an Internet...more
List of FeaturesCamera phones are handy, and they offer the most features of any type of cell phone on the market. The list of features available on a camera phone is truly astounding for such a small product. Here is a sample list:Internet access, better color resolution, improved sound quality, multi media messaging (MMS), zoom in/out, video recording capabilities (short clips, no movies), speaker phones, FM radio, MP3 players and all the other capabilities you associate with great cell phones.Every major cell phone manufacturer has a camera phone on the market. While some manufacturers say their camera phones are the latest and greatest, all camera phones have limitations when compared to regular cameras. If you have dreams of taking pictures on the fly and sending them over to Grandma's house, compare, compare, and then compare features again before you purchase your camera phone. Picture QualityPictures on camera phones can be fuzzy, garbled or weird. Camera phones don't have the same capacity for clarity and space as your average Digital Camera. Check the specs on your phone to see resolution. On newer models, 640 X 480 pixels is the norm. In contrast, Digital...more
There was a time when prepaid plans were marketed mostly to people with poor or bad credit. Now, prepaid plans are being marketed as a great alternative to unlimited plans. Here are a few things to consider before you sign up for your prepaid. What is prepaid?Prepaid usually involves buying a block of minutes via online systems or replaceable...more
The Secondary Mortgage Market is responsible for the setting many of the rules and common practices that determines who gets a home loan. The secondary market includes Fannie Mae (Federal National Mortgage Association or FNMA), Freddie Mac (Federal Home Loan Corporation or FHLMC), Ginnie Mae (Government National Mortgage Association or GNMA) and a...more
There are hundreds of sources for home loans online and right in your neighborhood. Banks, Credit Unions, Mortgage Bankers, Government Agencies and Private Sellers all offer different sources of financing for anyone shopping for a mortgage.Neighborhood BanksOne of the best resources for getting a home loan is your neighborhood bank. Depending on the length of your relationship with the bank and the amount you have in you checking or savings account, you might be sent out letters and emails inviting you to apply for a loan. If you are generally satisfied with the quality of the service that you receive form your bank and they are offering a great interest rate, don't walk away. Even if the offer is not quite what you're looking for, walk into the nearest branch, and ask to speak to a loan manager. Once you are there, make your case in person for why you would like a certain loan or feel that you deserve a better interest rate. Most banks, especially the ones in larger cities, are part of a larger conglomerate or depend on a large conglomerate to finance items such as a home loan. Go through the process with the loan officer, but don't be surprised if you don't get an answer...more
There are many items that you can purchase to increase your cell phone use and satisfaction. Here is a short list of the must-haves with a few recommendations on where to find many more accessories for sale.Usually, an earpiece or headset, long...more
There are many offers for family cell phone plans on the web. To get the best deals, here are some guidelines: Get enough anytime minutes Keep track of your usage Be aware of the costs for extras like text messaging and internet access Have a family...more
You can find a long list of free cell phone offers on the web by doing some online research. A few of minutes of research can help you save time and money. These free cell phone offers are a great way to: Get more phone on a budget. Upgrade your...more
Here to stay and firmly established in the U.S. mortgage market, biweekly mortgage payments are gaining momentum. First introduced into the U.S. in the early 1980's by several small Northeastern Banks, the idea of biweekly mortgages has its origins...more
Above all, you need to know that the right PR can alter individual perception and lead to changed behaviors. Especially when you create external stakeholder behavior change, the kind that leads directly to achieving your managerial objectives. And...more
"Hey, I didn't know you were a writer, I thought you were a Virtual Assistant." No matter how many times I hear this comment it still surprises me. I learned early on that writing was one of the most lucrative services that I could offer in my...more