There are always going to be differences within an organisation to just about anything related to the workplace. People will object to their work schedules, job assignments, goals, supervisor instructions, and team positions. They will also come into conflict with fellow workers or bring conflict into the workplace that really started at home due to family problems.Of course, there is a difference between true conflict and a difference of opinion...more
The publishing world is going through a very big change right now. Sadly, most book publishers are choosing to watch the wave from the comforts of the beach rather than getting out there and fighting for a position on the wave. Now is the time for you to get in position, because the wave is coming.Here are just a few signs that the wave is coming:- Traditional book publishers accept only a few books and reject 90-99 of all online purchases are...more
You find a foreclosed home in your area.What next?There is a sign on the property. Should you call the listing office? Pricing on a foreclosure/REO/ bank-owned property needs to be right.At this stage, you need to find a local realtor who knows the market. The realtor will show you comparable sales to justify your asking price.Never get represented by a seller's agent. They are getting paid by the seller, so they will work for their best interests, not yours!Be aware: These properties are SOLD at a discount, usually 50% to 100% below market price, depending on the home's condition, location and market in your area.If these types of sales are predominant in your market, I would expect a big discount price. Most of these homes are priced with all comparable foreclosures.It seems that most lenders/investors who are selling these homes understand the importance of getting them into move-in condition.The more people that qualify to buy these homes, the higher chance you have to sell them. I have seen a lot of homes with mold, all kinds of fixes needed, and I can already see some issues concerning their appraisal.The role of the appraiser is to get pictures of the house and suggest all...more
Every so often we read that governments are going to crack down on tax havens and offshore bank accounts. The latest threats to do this have come in the wake of the financial crisis and economic recession that began in 2008.However, attacking offshore tax havens is not new. And it would appear that such attacks by various politicians rarely amount...more
All salespeople feel it, but no one wants to talk about it: the fear of cold calling. As a sales and business coach, I've often heard the following comments from salespeople I have coached: "I feel like I'm bothering people by calling them.""I think I need another sales course to get up to speed.""I need a better list."These comments are ways of...more
Speedy Credit Repair SolutionsHave you been through a rough patch? Has your credit suffered and your scores fallen to sub-prime levels? You do not have to wait seven years to see your credit scores improve. There are many credit repair strategies you can put to use today that will get your scores back on track before you know it. Don't make the mistake of letting your credit languish while you hope for the years to pass quickly. Now is the time to get proactive. Take these few simple steps and start pumping up those scores today.Start Rebuilding TodayMany people who go through hard times find themselves with no open credit cards. If your credit cards have been charged off, gone to collection, or just closed by the creditor, now is the time to regroup. Forget the past for the moment and focus on today. You need to have at least two open credit cards to get your scores moving in the right direction. I know there is little hope of getting approved for a regular credit card, but there is an option that is every bit as powerful for building your scores; secured cards can rock your world, and in a good way. Here is some motivation. If your scores are in the 500s, or below, and you do not...more
We live in a quick-fix society so it's no wonder that many salespeople look for the magic cure or band-aid solution to increase their sales. However, I believe that success in sales follows a basic set of rules.Fill the pipeline. Many people...more
When you work from home, especially if you work online, you can become disctracted. In this article I will give you 3 tips to help you stay organized, so you can get things done quickly and efficiently. Read on...Benefits - There are many advantages...more
Of all the things we dream of when we are up to our necks in the frenzied pace of a career, the one that's most consistently a high priority is the chance to slow down. To stop running around like a chicken on speed trying to get fifty things done at...more
The word "solopreneur" is a relatively new term in the English language but as you likely already know, it describes a business owner who works alone. I have found that term to be useful in the collective conscious, but it's really a misnomer....more
Gone are the days when the office photocopier was treated with awe, occupied a department of it's own and was the size of a bus! The introduction of microchip technology has greatly reduced the size of photocopier machines and laser technology,...more
Who Pays When Operating Expenses Increase?Expense escalations are relevant when the landlord is paying a base level of expenses and when the tenant is paying expenses. With a typical gross lease, the landlord pays all expenses and the tenant pays...more