Lucky Gmail users have been able to use these features for some time now, while us Google Apps users have been quietly waiting. Personally, I’m glad Google took the time to get the features working flawlessly before deploying for business use. After spending some time understanding the new features, I have found some great new productivity enhancements to share. [Read more…]
How to Get Small Amounts of Funding for Non-Profits
March 26, 2008 by 1 Comment
Many people I have talked with about non-profit fund raising, seem to focus on the large sponsorship opportunities. While that is ultimate goal, there are many opportunities to get help at smaller levels that can eventually lead to the large sponsorships. If you have a non-profit and your fund raising is stalled, read on. [Read more…]
Increasing Revenue With Your Online Publication
March 25, 2008 by Leave a Comment
You have made the transition from traditional print media to an online publication. Now you want to understand how to monetize that shiny new website. Following are some ideas that will get you started. [Read more…]
Take the Cold out of Cold Calls with Proper Research
March 23, 2008 by 1 Comment
If you are faced with the daunting task of working through a cold call list, these tips should help you increase your chances of success. [Read more…]
Improving Your Business with Technology on a Budget
March 17, 2008 by 2 Comments
I love to find ways to increase productivity and revenue using technology. It is an exciting time in this area, as we see greater competition and exciting new innovations developed daily. This article will discuss some of my favorite online solutions that will both save you time and help increase your profit margins. [Read more…]
3 Powerful Offshoring Tips
March 14, 2008 by Leave a Comment
I had the great fortune of spending some time with Paul Maximov, owner of Cyberian Soft at Orange County’s Largest Mixer. He shared some essential tips on managing his nine person programming team in the Ukraine. [Read more…]
How to Get Publicity Through the Media
March 11, 2008 by 2 Comments
If your goal is to get national press via the media (print, radio and/or TV), then read on. I was able to gain some key tips from Orrin Hudson, who has been featured on CNN, People magazine and countless local publications. [Read more…]
How to Send Email at a Specific Time With Gmail
March 10, 2008 by 41 Comments
I am a fan of using Gmail for all of my email needs, in particular, the Google Apps version. However, there is one thing that Gmail is missing that I find essential for increasing email productivity. How do you send an email at a specific time in the future? This blog post will show you how to do that using free tools. Enjoy! [Read more…]
Speak Your Business in 30 Seconds or Less
February 21, 2008 by 4 Comments
I had the great fortune of spending some time with Ann Convery, who taught me some great tools for maximizing my sales techniques from a public relations perspective. Following are some basic fundamentals followed by an exercise that you can apply to your business with great effect right now! [Read more…]
12 Power Networking Questions
February 19, 2008 by 2 Comments
If you want to supercharge your in person networking skills, then these twelve questions are the foundational keys and the tools you will need to expand your network rapidly. These pearls of wisdom were taught to me by Larry “The Connector” Benet. Larry teaches people how to turn contacts into relationships. Enjoy, and may your network flourish.