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Your Questions About Internet Business Plan

Laura asks…

Please…….Internet Business Plan?

any suggestion any help will be greatly appreciate it

Jere answers:

You got to have an action plan, a strategy which comprises of entertainment, fun and seriousity where money can be exchanged, for example: start a website on all kinds of gadgets, get gadget pictures from friends, add your own software and video games collection to it, and then add some few vintage cars to the collection, study all these properly and write reviews.

The website should be properly designed to show videos of gadgets, cars, softwares, video games and hot cars, and a place where visitors can leave comments about that product.

This way you will have all the big names in the industry on your website and once you start getting more hits, the big names might want to advertise with you.

For more details on this business plan, contact me.

Nancy asks…

Will a verizon residential phone and internet plan work for my small business?

I told them the service would be for my house and not for my office.

Jere answers:

You can try it, but if you do too much business, then they will change your phone service to business class or disconnect it.

I can think of a couple of different options that will keep you legal and not cost any more. First, internet access is not much different, as long as it stays up. In out area, Time Warner business class (actually a Nationwide promotion) offers one line with 5 down 768 up internet for $70, a business directory listing, and unlimited long distance.

Phone Power offers a VoIP line (2 of them) for small business for $17 a month that connects to your broadband line. It includes 5000 outbound minutes of calling over both lines.

The last time I had Vz resi service in Ohio, it was about $18 for the line, their basic DSL is either $15 or $20 for s-l-o-w speed, and the subsciber line access, CID, etc. Etc. Etc. Would drive that bill up to about $50-60 really fast. And you get to hope they don’t figure out you’re advertising the number as a business. It would be better to advertise your cell number 🙂

Donna asks…

Anyone can help me to make Executive Summary for my Business Plan Project. The business is internet cafe.?

You can make me an executive summary of my internet cafe business plan with 5 million capital and 3 branches, then I would rally appreciate it.

Jere answers:

Sum,

The best way to develop a business plan is to look at sample plans and templates for similar businesses. Same for summaries…find a good example, and you’re on your way.

There’s a good article at eHow that covers the ABC’s of how to get sample plans for free and use them as a starting point for your own business plan:

http://www.ehow.com/how_2281692_sample-business-plans.html
How to Get Free Business Plans

I think you’ll find this a great way to get started.

Best of luck.

Mark asks…

I need a small business plan outline, quick! Where on the internet can I find one now(!), today?

I need a business plan for my small business that I am starting.
I need an outline or examples of a professional small business outline.

Thank you for your help…

Ed

Jere answers:

Here are some resources that can help you write your business plan:

– SBA Business Plan Basics http://www.sba.gov/starting_business/planning/basic.html
– PowerHomeBiz.com Creating a Business Plan section http://www.powerhomebiz.com/startup/businessplan.htm
– Entrepreneur.com Writing a Business Plan section http://www.entrepreneur.com/bizplan/0,7253,,00.html

You may also want to review some sample business plans to see how it actually looks like:

– Bplans.com http://www.bplans.com/sp/businessplans.cfm
– MOOT Corp Business Plan competition winners
http://www.businessplans.org/businessplans.html
– VFinance – View hundreds of real business plans in pdf format. Http://www.vfinance.com/home.asp?bps=1&ToolPage=bps_main.asp
– Business Owners Toolkit Sample business plans and information on how to create a plan. Http://www.toolkit.cch.com/tools/buspln_m.asp
– PlanWare Planning software and information. Http://www.planware.org/
– Virtual Business Plan Walk through the design of a business plan. Http://www.bizplanit.com/vplan.html
-SBA Business Planning Guide http://www.sba.gov/starting_business/planning/basic.html
– Small Business Advancement Center http://www.sbaer.uca.edu/business_plan/businessPlan.pdf
– Sample Business Plan General planning guide created by the Canadian Business Service Center. Http://www.cbsc.org/servlet/ContentServer?pagename=CBSC_FE/display&c=GuideFactSheet&cid
– Business Plans Index – A subject guide to sample business plans and profiles for specific business types from Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh. Http://216.183.184.20/subject/business/bplansindex.html

Some recommended books are :

– Business Plans Kit for Dummies
– The Complete Book of Business Plans : Simple Steps to Writing a Powerful Business Plan
– Writing Business Plans That Get Results : A Step-By-Step Guide
– Business Plans For Dummies®
– Your First Business Plan : A Simple Question and Answer Format Designed to Help You Write Your Own Plan

Ken asks…

I have plan to put up business like internet, i just want to know if it is very good business?

1) I plan to put up business like internet, I want to start 10 computers, could you give me ideas or is it really a good business?
2)I want to know also the expenses about this kind of business?
3) I want to know also the expenses maintenance every month?
4) please give me also some advises about this kind of business?

Jere answers:

This doesn’t sound like a plan. It sounds like a minor brain fart. It sounds like you want someone to plan it for you. Then you want them to tell you where to get the financing. Then you want them to tell you how to run it. Then you want them to hire someone to operate it for you.

Sounds like you have no business being in business.

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Be the first to comment - What do you think?  Posted by Jere - January 28, 2013 at 11:05 pm

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Your Questions About Doing Business Online

Thomas asks…

what do you think are the main Financial benefits of doing business online?

BEST ANSWER=10 POINTS 😛

Jere answers:

Easy
Time saving
Lovely feeling
answering your question and getting the best answer and 10 Point haha

Linda asks…

Would doing an online business be better than finding a job?

I have been tryna find a job for close to 2 weeks but to no avail. I am good in card crafts and scrapbooking. I thought of giving it a shot in opening an online store where I focus on my card crafts such as birthday tags, valentine cards and other special occasions. Would that be a good idea? I just need opinions. Please help me out! Thx!

Jere answers:

If you want to open an online card crafts/scrapbooking store, you need to consider a few things first.

Is the market saturated? I.e. Are there a lot of similar sites available in your region?

Don’t underestimate the startup costs of online businesses, you need advertising and brand building to lure visitors to your site! Will it be a local business? In that case, you can do with a smaller scale advertising setup with a more personal twist.

Make a lot of example cards and post them on the site, under a gallery of some sort. You probably figured it’s important to show off your product 😛

Lastly, what’s your capacity like? You have to make sure that you can actually handle all kinds of requests. A handmade card sells for what, 3 dollars? No idea as I’ve never bought one, but in any case you need a lot of traffic to actually make good money off of it.

In short; if you’re confident that you can offer something that’s not commonly found on the market in your target area, and you have a lot of capacity and some cash to get going, you can always give it a try.
You risk losing your investment, though, so keep handing out CVs anyway.

Come to think of it, this kind of business would be better if you started it off as a spare time moneymaking project, with a job on the side. The income won’t be high in the beginning, and certainly not stable, so don’t base yourself on immediate success.

Nancy asks…

Which best method for doing online business in Money Making?

I just have shrotage of Money in end of Month so really want best and easiest and safest method do online business so any one can help me to chosse best online money making business free or little investment….

Jere answers:

Just put away 20 bucks each paycheck. In a year you will have lots of money

John asks…

Which is the best site for doing online business?

I am very interested to do online business so i wanna all the details regarding it…Please help me out

Jere answers:

We have so many site for doing online business where we get the entire details about the online business…They even guide to achieve how to increase the traffic in the site and the page rank which is very important in the online business…Once we achieved the customer satisfaction then we are sure that we can capture the market easily…

Lisa asks…

Do we need larger investment for doing online business?

Hey i want complete information about online business…Whether we need to invest more

Jere answers:

Yes of course we need more investment for starting online business…But once we have captured the marketing strategy then we can take the profit easily back…We should work hard for the page rank and site traffic but we have achieved then we never have to worry about the larger investment….

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2 comments - What do you think?  Posted by Jere - January 27, 2013 at 11:05 pm

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Your Questions About How To Do Business Online Tips

John asks…

How successful could this business be? (10 points) thanks =D?

I really want to start my own business and would like to start an online business about tips and help with stuff for example golf tips, football tips and other stuff, but i was wandering how could i possibly make money from this other than selling tips books and dvds because i don’t think many people would buy just tips and information from a website. But think people are trying to change or improve their life or small Aspects of their life so could be good.
Thanks for the advice and any tips would be helpful =D
Also how successful do YOU think this could be?
Thanks again =D

Jere answers:

With no credentials to back you up, your advice is likely to remain yours and not purchased by others.

Try finding a sponsor who knows your advice is valid and then start a free website for information, with ads from the sponsors to pay your expenses.

Sandy asks…

I’m looking for ANY kind of tips on how to started an online business that does promoting?

Hey business gurus (hopefully at least one of you is), I’m thinking of starting an online business that would be involved with promoting other people’s businesses/ideas/events.

I am 18 years old and currently in high school. I’m only looking to use this as a way to potentially have a source of extra revenue.

If you have any tips on how to start an online promoting business or have done so yourself, I’d greatly appreciate any information you could provide.

Even if you have some kind of experience involving either online businesses of any kind -or- promoting of any kind, get me up to speed!
Thanks!
Sorry, the title should state “how to start.”

Jere answers:

You’re looking to be an “Affiliate”. Try searching for online affiliate positions and you should find a ton to look into. Be sure you read the fine print before you make your selection. I have a few other ideas, if you want feel free to email me.
Good Luck!

Laura asks…

Trying to start my own online business?

Hey, I’m looking to go to school to start my own online underwear business, I already have Models and learning how to sew somewhat but does anyone have any tips or advice on what i should be prepared for and or what i should major in to start an Online Underwear Line Business? Please, any tips would help

Jere answers:

You need a background in commerce, some knowledge of web development and of course, the main thing is your skill in design and manufacture of the underwear. The models aren’t really important for now, first you need to learn some management skills, some PHP and other web programming languages and of course, you’ll need a good design and be able to manufacture your products cost effectively. Marketing is also important, so maybe learning some marketing skills on your own will help . I also recommend(if it’s offered) that you take a semester course in entrepreneurship.

Mary asks…

How much funding will I need to start an online business, i want to sell fashion items?

I have the ideas and can afford to pay for a website monthly and have ideas for marketing and how to target clients. I may be able to get funds from family to help start but how do I go about figuring out what I will need? Have any of you started your own online business that can give me any other important tips? Im trying to think realistic, can I do it.

Jere answers:

Where will you get your products to sell? You will also need to consider how others are pricing similar items, where will your customers come from and who are they? Are the items you want to sell being sold by brand named stores, like Target, Macy’s, Norstrom’s? How will your store make money? What will make your store ‘the place’ to buy your products?

First step, write down everything and you’ll have a better picture of what’s missing.

Good luck in your new venture!

Michael asks…

How To Start an “Online” Business?

I am a IT Engineer. I am doing some business studies now! give me some tips to start a great and big online business! please!

Jere answers:

Be cautious dealing with overseas companies. Read terms thorughly

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Be the first to comment - What do you think?  Posted by Jere - January 26, 2013 at 11:05 pm

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Your Questions About Direct Marketing Solutions

Carol asks…

How do I find out who would be interested in my paintings?

I have to find the marketing solution. I need to find the people who are interested in buying unique paintings. If anyone knows who might be interested please direct them to www.colorfestartgallery.com
Thank you

Jere answers:

The best way to market is through social networking in my opinion because you can literally find who wants what especially in a network dedicated to artist’s.

I am currently working on a site which is dedicated to promoting all types of artist’s, although i’d prefer to keep things classified on yahoo answers, if you’d like to learn more, just send me a message.

Michael asks…

Anyone got experience dealing with marketing job scams?

I applied for a job and got call back straight away the next day asking me to come for an interview, the job seemed to be too good to be true.

Clearly it is as after doing further research and speaking to a few people I’ve learnt it’s basically an over glamorised door to door job, on commision. If you google “pure solutions direct scam” you will see what I mean. I’ve heard lots of stories and I think I’ve got off luckier than some by cancelling my interview. Maybe that type of career is good for some but it isn’t one for me!

Any personal stories so I can spread the word? I was thinking of starting up a Facebook group as a warning to people, so that if they go for the job they know what they’re really getting themselves in to if they go for this.

Jere answers:

Choosing a career can be a sure headache, and you need to be sure that you take the true choice because your career can affect so many aspects of your life. A buddy of mine recently had a change of career and he discovered loads of guidance from the resource in the box below prior to making his choice.

George asks…

I need a CRM IVR Software(as used in BPO or Call centers) if there is any person or company plz mail me.?

Subject:Demo of your software products for thirty seats giving us e-commerce solutions
We need a direct marketing (Telishopping CRM) software which should enable us to increase employee productivity, enhance customer service and reduce costs by combining the capabilities of our product telemarketing equipment (or our existing call center phone system) with the custom functionality of Windows, Web applications. Data collected by your phone ACD (Automatic Call Distribution) or IVR (Interactive Voice Response) systems can be passed to our existing PC, Web applications. The product predictive dialer can automatically call our customers and pass only connected calls to our agents. With our computer telephony telemarketing software, our telephone and computer work together to provide cost-saving benefits.
Our employee work from home. Database Systems Corp. has developed a family of telecom products that facilitates and promotes this capability. Our product outbound telemarketing dialer and phone system, combined with our inbound telemarketing application software and computer telephony products, fully supports remote agents. Now our workforce can be significantly expanded with the addition of work- at- home employees..
We also require
1 when a client calls us. His feedback should be displayd through a pop-up window.separate pop-ups for existing and new customers.His mobile number will be his file number.
2 Automatic sms intimation for chosen calls .
3 Desire options should be available for the client.
4 Email download automatically.
5 Date of dispatch parcel from the post office.
6 Payment entry or goods return entry.
7 Total post office information on payments, dues, returned parcels, commissions inventory etc.
8 Automatic generation of address slips of clients confirming their orders
9 Auto Generator of pincodes of cities,tehsils and districts along with the state.
sahilsameer11@yahoo.com

Jere answers:

Hi,

According to me, ERP5 is already used in a call center. You should with ERP5 team. You can contact them via this web page : http://www.nexedi.com/en/company/contact or http://www.erp5.com/erp5-contact

Regards,

Elodie

Jenny asks…

Resume review – marketing coordinator?

Hi all,
I have been in the job market the past 2 months with not so much of success in achieving interviews (5 so far)
I would appreciate those of you who are in marketing field or HR/career developement, could take a look at my resume below & give me your feedback (things that could be improved).

I’m looking for a Marketing / Project Coordinator position
thanks

Fxxx Fxxxxx
777 xxxx,ave
Phone: (647) xxx-xxxx
Email: xxx@go.com

Objective: To obtain a challenging and rewarding position where my skills in marketing, print and communication may be effectively utilized.

Profile:

•Over 8 years of marketing and communication experience managing many projects worth over a quarter of million dollars per annual.
•Prepared and managed the annual marketing budget of $5 million
•Full process knowledge of print and web advertising.
•Excellent verbal and written communications.
•Problem solver and excellent organizational abilities.
•Extremely sharp at quickly assessing needs and priorities.
•Effective working both independently and as a team member.

Work Experience:

Senior Project Coordinator – Marketing
2008
xxxxxx
Toronto, Ont.

•Planned, coordinated and evaluated the activities, programs and services of the department to ensure its effective operation
•Assisted in developing goals, objectives and strategies for the Marketing department to promote xxx Centre programs and activities
•Measured results and evaluated the effectiveness of the marketing plan for each program and project upon completion
•Functioned as the driving force to ensure complete implementation and successful operation of marketing and design processes
•Supervised and trained seasonal assistants

Print Production Coordinator
2007 – 2008
xxxxx
Toronto, Ont.

•Coordinated the production of prepress, print, bindery, mailing, shipping and outside services in accordance with the quoted specifications to ensure the work will be completed on time, and to the customer’s satisfaction
•Analyzed problems and implement solutions in the most cost efficient manner
•Liaison between customer and all internal and external departments
•Prepared purchase orders for outside suppliers
•Received and distributed information from customer or sales executives to all departments

Project Estimator
2004 – 2007
xxxxx
Toronto, Ont.

•Prepared project cost estimates in a professional, timely and efficient manner
•Worked with the sales and marketing team to help maintain sales objectives and remain price competitive in the market
•Monitored and reported performance of major markets and recommend & implement program improvements
•Recommended operating practice and process changes to senior directors to improve requirements planning, procurement and vendor management processes
•Located vendors of materials/supplies and interview them in order to determine product availability and terms of sales

Junior Marketing Manager
2001 – 2004
xxxxxx
Scarborough, Ont.

•Managed the timeline and production of all customers’ printed materials such as brochures, direct mail, flyers, etc.
•Assisted in management of trade shows, conducting analysis of effectiveness, product selections and booth design directions.
•Responded and provided assistance to incoming inquiries via telephone, fax, e-mail and web.
•Helped Identify desirable new business opportunities and market expansion potential for clients by conducting sales and marketing competitive analysis.

Education:
•xxxx University
Marketing Management

Computer Skills:
Adobe Illustrator
Quark Xpress
Adobe Photoshop
MS Office (Excel, Word, Powerpoint)

References:Available upon request

Jere answers:

It’s too wordy. You need to put this resume on a serious diet

Joseph asks…

Is there a tested (safer healthwise,viable financially,feasible technologically)Waste to energy tech in India?

With growing population and rapid urbanisation, its a major menace and finding solutions to the problems can be safe to our communities and profitable to businesses.

What is the cost of technology? financing? and what is the model of delivering such services to the market – PPP or NGO, direct Enterprise?

Jere answers:

I don’t know about waste to energy, but the cleanest energy company in India is Suzlon Wind Energy. This is an Indian based maker of wind turbines that is starting to challenge the big European wind turbine makers. If you want to find out how to invest in wind, here is a link:

http://www.top10traders.com/ViewPost.aspx?postID=61

This is from http://www.top10traders.com – this is a free site that lets you create a portfolio of stocks with $100,000 in “play” money. Each day the site ranks the best performing portfolios, so you can see how your picks perform compared to other investors.

Hope this helps.

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Be the first to comment - What do you think?  Posted by Jere - January 25, 2013 at 11:05 pm

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Your Questions About The Real Biz

John asks…

Once you have passed the CA real estate exam, how much does it cost to get started in the business?

I have heard passing the exam is relatively easy with preparation, but that it costs over 1000 to get yourself started with access to listings, exposure, etc. Is this true? If you have experience selling real estate in California, how much did it cost including everything to get started to the point where you were making something in return.

Jere answers:

I didnt’ start in Cali, but I imagine its fairly comparable. I signed on with John L Scott in WA state.

Most branches have monthly fees to conver B&O insurnace, taxes, long distance, photocopying, etc. Mine averaged about $150 a month with no extras liek “desk fees” or anything. It covered actual costs to the branch in relation to my employment.

The MLS part was fun too. Dues are like $100 a quarter, and you have to pay like $100 to get going (which included the 4+ hour class on how to navigate the system.)

Also there was a $100 fee to lease the electronic key for 1 year– this is what gets you into houses.

Also, my branch requried that we be members of the National Realtor association– $100 a quarter.

Business cards were like $20.

Figure it takes you 3 months to get your first sale closed…this is actually pretty optimistic considering closings take 30 days and you dont get customers right away.

So your costs for 3 months:

Exam fee: $100.
License fee: $100 (this is sent into the state when you choose a broker to work for.)
3 months of office fees: 450
MLS ‘setup’ fee: 100
MLS key fee: 100
1 quarter MLS dues: 100
1 quarter Realtor Dues: 100
Biz cards: 20
TOTAL: $1070.

Fun, eh? I did one sale in a 6 month period and then quit, and the sale netted me $1600, and so I broke even.

William asks…

What is the point of a real mens secret if women know all the answers, naturally curiously pursuasive too?

Secret men’s biz a splash on the porcelean have had a shiela come in just to look wadda ya do?

Jere answers:

Maybe this is some sort of austalian -american culture/language difference thing, but I have no idea what you are asking

Carol asks…

how can I get my psp 3000 to play normal video files say from real player library?

my new psp 3000 cant play any video file from the real player library or the itunes library. do I need a software to enable it play? looks like my psp 3000 is a toy. i can only listen to music with it. pls help and fast. thanks.

Jere answers:

Real player video is rmvb video, and iTunes video has DRM copyright protection.
You may try this media tool, it can convert iTunes protected video and rmvb video to mp4 video for PSP, my friends recommend it to me, it’s easy to use and works pretty well
http://www.youtubetoipod.biz/drm-remover.html
Hope it helps. Contact me if you have any other question.

David asks…

Should I incorporate in Delaware or my home state (NY) for my real estate investing business?

When it comes to incorporating my new real estate investing business, are there any hurdles to being incorporated out of my home state (NY) that I need to be aware of? I’d like be incorporated in Delaware.

Jere answers:

You should incorporate in the state your going to be doing business in. You can get everything you need to incorporate your business at – http://www.legalformsbank.biz/ – under your state’s corporations category.

Michael asks…

How can we know whether the home biz that we choose is the right for us?

Too many choices of home business in internet.All require money as start up.Can some one introduce me to the real ones?

Jere answers:

You need money to make money – I think you are going about it the wrong way though – sit down and come up with a list of your strengths and weaknesses, things you like to do and what you dont like to do, then match up what you got with what is out there – but dont go for these “give us 50$ and we will help you get started on your own business’ – those may not be scams but they sure as hell are not what they are claiming to be – anyway, if you are really confused and serious about starting your own business, you can IM me and we can work it out….

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Be the first to comment - What do you think?  Posted by Jere - January 24, 2013 at 11:05 pm

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Your Questions About Business Online Games

Daniel asks…

Do u know the best Business stimulation games online?

I wanna play it online without downloading it.Pl help me.

Jere answers:

Lemonade Tycoon. Lemonade Stand. Those ones are online. They aren’t very good however…

Buuuut…

Www.runescape.com

You can learn swell business skills on our game! Come play! 🙂

~Mod Jon H

Charles asks…

What is a good free online business type game?

On my Iphone, i have downloaded apps such as;
My Pet Shop Story and My Fashion Story
I was wondering if there were any free online games that were similar to these games?

Jere answers:

I like Corporation Inc and dinner dash.
See more at www.123-games.net/online/business-games

James asks…

What are some good virtual “business” games online, like Lemonaid Stand?

What are some other good, free ones?

I know about the Mcdonald’s Game too… (if you want to play, search for mcdonalds videogame in the yahoo search bar.)

Jere answers:

McDonalds videogame is fun. I can’t remember the URL, but I found it very easily on Google.

Sharon asks…

What is the best of the online business simulation games?

Jere answers:

There is open education-oriented business simulation game that I’m familiar with online. It’s an online business simulation site called the Informatist ( http://www.informatist.net/). I like it since it’s free for play. You can find more at wiki by keyword “economic game” .

Thomas asks…

What are some good online business strategy games such as McDonald’s?

Jere answers:

Coffee tycoon
janes hotel
kudos (you have to download it)
fish tycoon
tribalwars.com
imperiaonline.com

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Your Questions About Business Online Services Group

Robert asks…

can you please rephrase this in your own words?

May 10] British Sky Broadcasting (Sky) said Wednesday it had agreed to buy Sports Internet Group plc in an all-share deal that values the company at over £300 million ($460 million).
Shareholding directors of Sports Internet have given irrevocable undertakings to accept Sky’s offer, ensuring that Sky can acquire at least 51.5 per cent of the share capital, giving it control of the company.

With the acquisition comes an experienced management team who are expected to take Sky’s sports channel Skysports.com through the next stages of its development.

Sky also announced its latest set of figures Wednesday, showing a steep drop in operating profit for the nine-month period to end March, down to £51 million ($78 million) from £153 million ($234 million) for the same period last year. Overall, the group made a pre-tax loss of £90 million ($138 million), blaming the poor results on the high cost of acquiring subscribers.

Tony Ball, Sky’s chief executive, said his company had attracted an additional 2.3 million subscribers to the Sky digital platform, making it the fastest digital launch by any European platform. He was bullish, too, about the takeover of Sports Internet, pointing what he called its “excellent range of quality on-line activities.”

“The businesses and the impressive management provide a terrific fit for Sky and I have every confidence that we will continue to occupy a leading position in the broadband era,” said Ball.

Ball said that two-thirds of Sky’s subscribers are now digital, with full access to e-mail and interactive services.

Sky, which early in March announced a five-year agreement to manage the online business of London football club Tottenham Hotspur plc, is steadily building its online sports capabilities. Much of its success in satellite broadcasting has been the result of capturing the broadcasting rights to major sporting events, and it clearly plans to be an equally tough competitor online.

Sports Internet Group is listed on AIM, the Alternative Investment Market of the London Stock Exchange.

Jere answers:

God damn (hey, they’re my own words…)

Betty asks…

How big is Choice Point? How many companies have they bought? Does it smell like Monopoly?

ChoicePoint is an Alpharetta, Georgia-based company that sells information in three markets–insurance, business and government, and marketing. According to a recent quarterly statement filed at the Security and Exchange Commission, ChoicePoint sells: “claims history data, motor vehicle records, police records, credit information and modeling services…employment background screenings and drug testing administration services, public record searches, vital record services, credential verification, due diligence information, Uniform Commercial Code searches and filings, DNA identification services, authentication services and people and shareholder locator information searches…print fulfillment, teleservices, database and campaign management services…”

ChoicePoint has managed to attain a large share of the commercial data broker (CDB) market with strategic purchases of other businesses. Since its spinoff from Equifax in 1997, ChoicePoint has acquired a number of information collection and processing companies. These include:

National Data Retrieval, Inc., a provider of public records information; List Source, Inc., d/b/a Kramer Lead Marketing Group, a marketing company in the life and health insurance and financial services markets; Mortgage Asset Research Institute, Inc., a mortgage fraud monitoring company; Identico Systems, LLC, a customer identity verification company; Templar Corporation; insuranceDecisions, Inc., an insurance industry claims administration company; Bridger Systems, Inc., a USA PATRIOT Act compliance company; CITI NETWORK, Inc. d/b/a Applicant Screening and Processing, a tenant screening company; TML Information Services, Inc., a provider of motor vehicle reports; Drug Free, Inc., a drug testing company; National Drug Testing, Inc., a drug testing company; Application Profiles, Inc., a background check company; Informus Corporation; a company enabling ChoicePoint to offer products online; Tyler-McLennon, Inc., a background screening company; ChoicePoint Direct Inc., formerly known as Customer Development Corporation, a database marketing company; EquiSearch Services, Inc.; DATEQ Information Network, Inc., an insurance underwriting services company; Washington Document Service, Inc., a court record retrieval service; DataTracks Technology, Inc., a public record information company; DataMart, Inc., a database software company; Statewide Data Services, Inc; NSA Resources, Inc., a drug testing company; DBT Online, Inc., a public record services provider; RRS Police Records Management, Inc., a provider of police reports and related services; VIS’N Service Corporation; Cat Data Group, LLC; Drug Free Consortium, a drug testing company; BTi Employee Screening Services, Inc., an employee pre-screening services company; ABI Consulting Inc., a drug screening company; Insurity Solutions, Inc., an insurance rating company; National Medical Review Offices, Inc.; Bode Technology Group, Inc., a DNA identification company; Marketing Information & Technology, Inc., a direct marketing company; Pinkerton’s, Inc., a preemployment screening company; Total eData Corporation, an e-mail database company; L&S Report Service, Inc., a provider of police records; Resident Data, Inc., a residential screening services provider; Vital Chek Network, Inc., a provider of vital records; Accident Report Services, Inc., a provider of police records; Programming Resources Company, insurance software company; Professional Test Administrators, Inc., a drug testing company; CDB Infotek, a seller of public records; Medical Information Network, LLC, an online physician verification service; and Rapsheets.com, an online provider of criminal records data.

Jere answers:

Its obvious that they own most of the companies in the Data mining bussiness. Now All insurance companies consult Choicepoint C.L.U.E. Report before they aprove you for home or even car insurance. They know things about anyone like how many accidents you have, if you were at fault, and how many traffic tickets you have. Thats the new way for this companies to detrmine how much are they going to charge you for insurance. All you need to have is a couple of mistakes and boom you get stock with higher rates, awesome bussiness dont you think?. They have one of the biggest databases in the nation that now even FBI uses them or buy their information instead of doing their own investigations. How comfortable Aint it? There is no doubt that Choice point is one poses one of the most dangerous databases in america. And there is no way to put controls to their marketing of a citizen own and personal information. A monopoly ! We can agree they are the biggest in the market right now.

John asks…

How to advertise my small business?

Hi.. I’ve just started a very small scale online service where I provide online tutoring service to students from all over countries. Thing is I dont know where to start,and so I think I should make a list of schools and colleges in a certain country; say US or UK and then shortlist some colleges and schools where I can join there groups and communities and give a single msg to them. I can do so on faceook i guess, but i dont want to spam those groups and may be this way it can affect my service in bad way too. Please help me give some ideas what should I do, its just a beginning for me as i’ve never done anything lie that before.

Jere answers:

Here are 6 top tips to advertise any small or big business
1. Article – write a relevant subject and leave behind your url
2. Blog – place comments at relevant topics and leave behind your url
3. Classifieds – use the list of popular, top ranking free classifieds directory in High-Traffic-Classifieds.blogspot.com
4. Forum – reply or start a new thread relevant to your website and leave behind your url
5. Video – create videos, offer free tips and upload your videos with information on your url
6. Social networking – network with those having large database of contacts/friends

George asks…

Who are your Liberal Media ? I think they make more money on Bush than reporting fake news?

TIME-WARNER TBS – AOL (donated 1.6 million to GW’s 2000 campaign)
America Online (AOL) acquired Time Warner–the largest merger in corporate history.
Television Holdings:
* CNN, HBO, Cinemax, TBS Superstation, Turner Network Television, Turner Classic Movies

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GENERAL ELECTRIC –(donated 1.1 million to GW Bush for his 2000 election campaign)

GENERAL ELECTRIC:
* NBC: includes 13 stations, 28% of US households.
* NBC Network News: The Today Show, Nightly News with Tom Brokaw, Meet the Press, Dateline NBC, NBC News at Sunrise
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WESTINGHOUSE / CBS INC.
Westinghouse Electric Company, part of the Nuclear Utilities Business Group of British Nuclear Fuels (BNFL)
whos #1 on the Board of Directors? None other than:
Frank Carlucci (of the Carlyle Group)

* Westinghouse Electric Company: provides services to the nuclear power industry.
* Westinghouse Government Environmenta

Jere answers:

Media conglomerates are corporations. Corporations are run by Republicans and control over 40% of the wealth in this country. I think it is time to put the liberal media myth to bed.

Mandy asks…

Mr Fellow Smart Conservative Brothers/Sisters!! Please list the names of some US Liberal Media ?

Try not to list Networks that had contributed millions!!! to Bush

TIME-WARNER TBS – AOL (donated 1.6 million to GW’s 2000 campaign)
America Online (AOL) acquired Time Warner–the largest merger in corporate history.
Television Holdings:
* CNN, HBO, Cinemax, TBS Superstation, Turner Network Television, Turner Classic Movies

——————————

GENERAL ELECTRIC –(donated 1.1 million to GW Bush for his 2000 election campaign)

GENERAL ELECTRIC:
* NBC: includes 13 stations, 28% of US households.
* NBC Network News: The Today Show, Nightly News with Tom Brokaw, Meet the Press, Dateline NBC, NBC News at Sunrise
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WESTINGHOUSE / CBS INC.
Westinghouse Electric Company, part of the Nuclear Utilities Business Group of British Nuclear Fuels (BNFL)
whos #1 on the Board of Directors? None other than:
Frank Carlucci (of the Carlyle Group)

* Westinghouse Electric Company: provides services to the nuclear power industry.
* Westinghouse Government Environmenta
Don’t tell me that Smart Conservatives can’t list just even one!!!!

Jere answers:

The donations are not a reflection of their political affiliations but are more of an assurance that their reporters will be allowed into the the Press Corps.

This is not the knowledge of a ‘smart conservative’ or of a ‘smart liberal’ it is the way of the world inside the Beltway…I think if you research these donations further you will find that they also gave huge sums of money to Al Gore’s campaign and also to John Kerry’s campaign…a little further research would reveal that they also gave to Howard Dean.

How do you think news agencies get information first?

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Your Questions About Internet Business Plan

George asks…

how to evaluate the effectiveness of the internet business?

I am currently doing an Internet Marketing Business Plan. However, I was wondering how to evaluate the effectiveness of an internet business. Is it by using programs that give statistics on webpage visitors, etc?

Jere answers:

Website users
page views
ads per page
clicks per ad
sales
earnings

growth of above

internet businesses generally make money from ads and sales

Susan asks…

where can i find an example of a business plan on the internet?

I need to find a plan so that i can use it tas an outline for an original plan

Jere answers:

Here are some resources that can help you write your business plan:

– SBA Business Plan Basics http://www.sba.gov/starting_business/planning/basic.html
– PowerHomeBiz.com Creating a Business Plan section http://www.powerhomebiz.com/startup/businessplan.htm
– Entrepreneur.com Writing a Business Plan section http://www.entrepreneur.com/bizplan/0,7253,,00.html

You may also want to review some sample business plans to see how it actually looks like:

– Bplans.com http://www.bplans.com/sp/businessplans.cfm
– MOOT Corp Business Plan competition winners
http://www.businessplans.org/businessplans.html
– VFinance – View hundreds of real business plans in pdf format. Http://www.vfinance.com/home.asp?bps=1&ToolPage=bps_main.asp
– Business Owners Toolkit Sample business plans and information on how to create a plan. Http://www.toolkit.cch.com/tools/buspln_m.asp
– PlanWare Planning software and information. Http://www.planware.org/
– Virtual Business Plan Walk through the design of a business plan. Http://www.bizplanit.com/vplan.html
-SBA Business Planning Guide http://www.sba.gov/starting_business/planning/basic.html
– Small Business Advancement Center http://www.sbaer.uca.edu/business_plan/businessPlan.pdf
– Sample Business Plan General planning guide created by the Canadian Business Service Center. Http://www.cbsc.org/servlet/ContentServer?pagename=CBSC_FE/display&c=GuideFactSheet&cid
– Business Plans Index – A subject guide to sample business plans and profiles for specific business types from Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh. Http://216.183.184.20/subject/business/bplansindex.html

Some recommended books are :

– Business Plans Kit for Dummies
– The Complete Book of Business Plans : Simple Steps to Writing a Powerful Business Plan
– Writing Business Plans That Get Results : A Step-By-Step Guide
– Business Plans For Dummies®
– Your First Business Plan : A Simple Question and Answer Format Designed to Help You Write Your Own Plan

Hope that the above resources help

Sandy asks…

How to write an executive summary for an Internet start-up… plus a business plan?

Thank you so much for you help I truly appreciate it. If you are aware of any website that have an examples of an executive summary for an Internet start-up that would help me out tremendously.

Jere answers:

This is a very involved and complex task that can’t be explained in a few sentences. And you must pay great attention to detail if you want anyone to take you seriously.

Your local library will have numerous books on the subject.

Ruth asks…

How do i get the right Internet Marketing Plan for my business?

I am about to start my new business and I want to get over with the marketing stuff real soon. Although I don’t know much about how to approach this thing. So any of your help will be really appreciated.

Jere answers:

No one can answer your question completely here, one can only help to find the answers because the question you are asking is a whole field.
Briefly I would say you offer your products and services on the internet through your website, consider it as your workshop office eshop etc.
Now you need to drive relevant traffic to your website so that you can earn profits. To drive the traffic you use the principles of internet marketing which is divided in different branches which all are connected to each other.
The main focus of internet marketing is to promote your website through search engines because search engines drives the traffic to your website which is already looking for you the process of internet marketing through search engine is known as SEO.

Richard asks…

What are the best FREE resources on the Internet for learning how to write a business plan?

I’m trying to write a business plan for a company that I want to start but I don’t know how to get started. I’m looking for resources that can explain the process of writing business plans in full detail but in language that is very simple to understand and apply. Also, I’d love to be recommended some books and textbooks on writing business plans.

Any constructive help will be appreciated…..Thanks.

Jere answers:

Http://www.businessballs.com/freebusinessplansandmarketingtemplates.htm

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/2943252.stm

http://www.myownbusiness.org/s2/

http://www.businesslink.gov.uk/bdotg/action/layer?topicId=1073869162

these are all what your looking for i think, also search for forums, information on the subject, and use wikihow or ehow, and there is a number you can call
08453004575

hope this helps!

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Your Questions About Email Marketing Templates

Maria asks…

ebay shop email marketing help!10pts?

ive just started an ebay shop and am trying to get the email marketing feature working. The welcome to my newsletter one in particular. im trying to set it so that when someone signs up to my newsletter they automatically get an email saying welcome etc. so i went in to the email marketing create new email select the mailing list and the welcome template. it says its in the pending and the sent list but one hasnt been sent its just a dotted line. I also signed up to it myself but didnt get one however i wrote a “normal” newsletter and got that email ok. does it take a while or something to get the automatic ones?

Jere answers:

I’m going to assume that your selling a physical product that you ship out to the buyer.

Can you put together a flyer to add in the box that has a web url that gives your buyer a free digital gift relating to the product. This way you can build your list independently of ebay and if you use something like aweber / getresponse then you can manage it properly and include a follow-up series for digital products from clickbank.

Andrew
http://www.listbuildingexpert.com

Sandy asks…

Im looking for good email blast program?

Our company needs a good program to use to blast out email templates to our clients for announcements, etc. We dont really have a huge list, but using Outlook isnt our preference.

I am especially looking for something that has the option to send automatically a text version in case the html version of the template doesnt go through. I have also noticed that alot of various online email services (like Constant Contact) make you add a footer with an address, etc – and since we pefer to add our own using our own fonts and placement, that won’t do either.

Can anyone recommend an email marketing service or software that I could check out? There is just too many out there to spend such time on and I’d really appreciate it!

Jere answers:

The most mature email marketing script is made by ActiveCampaign, Inc. You can find it at: http://www.activecampaign.com/email-marketing/

The software is web-based, so you install it on your web server rather than your workstation. It allows you to design and use your own templates and maintain complete control over their content. It also generates subscription forms to place on your web pages, allows unlimited timed autoresponders, does a/b split testing, detailed statistics tracking, and automatic bounce handling.

George asks…

Where can I find templates for a business newsletter?

I am looking for some attractive templates to use for a business marketing newsletter. Ideally free. I get many of these sent to my email address. Many of these I dismiss. However, some really do catch the eye. I am trying to take my company down the emarketing route, and I am just a bit green on the subject. Many thanks in advance of your replies…………….

Jere answers:

Http://www.freeprintable.net/

Michael asks…

Marketing Plan for Promoting a Workshop?

I am looking for a Marketing Plan Template for Promoting a Workshop. For instance, I need a guideline that will tell me step-by-step what to do in order to market the workshop so it is affective.

eg.

1. Create brochures
2. Send emails to clients
3. Develop workbook activites etc etc

Does anyone know where I can find this information?

Jere answers:

What a you are looking to do is develop an integrated marketing communications plan.

Check out ” The IMC ProPlan Handbook” and ” Integrated Advertising, Promotion, Marketing Communication”

Ken asks…

Are there any html squeeze page scripts and email scripts?

DESIGNED for british marketers.
Please tell me where I can get hold of a complete e-marketing script template with autoresponder facility for THE BRITISH MARKET PLACE. thanks!

Jere answers:

May be you can contact a script developer at website like http://oktutorial.com/ .

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Your Questions About Internet Marketing

Mary asks…

Who is the best teacher for internet marketing or affiliated marketing in Mumbai?

I want to learn about affiliated marketing, who is the best teacher for that in mumbai? I have program of Stephan pierce some body who is in business of internet marketing should be able to guide me.

Jere answers:

You need to discover the secrets to affiliate marketing. You can use online resources to learn the methods of affiliate marketing.

Susan asks…

Where can I find the best Internet marketing tips?

I am potentially trying to make a business out of Internet marketing and I am looking for all the help I can get. Right now, I am in pre-business mode and doing all the research I can so I need any suggestions for places to look for Internet marketing tips from people who actually know what they are talking about and are easy to learn from.

Jere answers:

I am going to recommend that you check out Matt Bacak. You can Google his name or check out his blog at www.mattbacak.com. The guy is an Internet marketing expert but he keeps it real and explains things that people can understand.

He’s been doing this for several years and knows what he is talking about. I am actually a member of his IM Gold membership and I learn so much every day from it. I have followed a couple other so-called IM “gurus” and they provide you with fluff and don’t give you the facts like Matt does. I wish you the best on your new business adventure!

Sandy asks…

Internet Marketing Strategy – What Is The Fastest Way To Make Money Online ?

I am a newby in internet marketing, pls me tell me some website which can download ebooks and tools for internet marketing, TQ!

Jere answers:

The key to make fast money online is “TRAFFIC”!

If you are looking for free ebooks and free tools, http://www.internetmarketingreveal.com
is very informative!

If you want to have your own product to sell and keep 100% profit on it, you can get very cheap deal at :
http://www.101sale.com

Maria asks…

Any suggestions for websites for internet marketing ideas for promoting accommodation?

My family have accommodation in Australia. I do our marketing from home, as I have a toddler. It’s hard to keep up with ideas on internet marketing, so I am hoping to find some useful sites. Any suggestions would be great!

Jere answers:

Try this site its free. Best of luck!

Ruth asks…

What is a good resource to learn internet marketing?

I’m looking to start an online business and want to learn more about internet marketing, what’s a good resource for this?

Jere answers:

This is a great question and one that’s often asked. While there are TONS of resources online stick with reputable programs. Sure you can learn stuff from people who say they’re experts but they may teach methods that are considered ‘blackhat’ (tactics that the search engines may penalize you for).

A highly recommended program is from the University of San Francisco who offers Internet marketing training. Here’s the link to the list of courses that are available.

Http://www.usanfranonline.com/online-certificates/internet-marketing.aspx

For more recommendations on this course check out LinkedIn and there’s usually people talking about the program.

Good luck!
Joe

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Your Questions About Doing Business Online China

James asks…

Abercrombie and Fitch REPLICA wholesale sites in China?

I need some links that you guys know and trust, I want to start doing business online. Please, if you guys know of a place in China that you have personally used and enjoyed please give them to me! Thank You so very much.

x R I C K
I need better sites, those are flagged as scammer sites. Meaning you pay and don’t receive an item, come on guys place YOU HAVE USED PERSONALLY. I’ve spent all day searching but have not found any solid leads.

Jere answers:

Http://www.taoyizu.com
http://www.vankuu.com/index.asp
http://www.hopmy.com/shop/Class.asp?ClassId=25&html=Abercrombie%20&%20Fitch.html

Hope your business goes well

Joseph asks…

Want to have my first online home business, please help (see inside for business plan description)?

Hello.

I have built a couple of connections in China and the person I know owns a factory in suburban Beijing. The factory manufactures backpacks, hand bags, and other accessories. I live in the U.S. and want to start my own home business online.

My understanding is that it is a major advantage to be able to offer customized products specified by my client, namely, customer provides the design so that the factory can manufacture accordingly. They, of course, make pre-designed products as well. My role is basically a business agent or representative in the U.S. and make money by selling those products. Another major advantage of this business idea lies in my direct connection with the manufacturer therefore I can get factory price without middleman (well I am the middleman).

Now my question is: how do I put this idea online? In other words, is there an Internet website that allows me to build online stores and sell my products? eBay and Amazon pop into my head in the first place but most of these online sellers are B2C. Although I do not mind at all to start it this way but my objective is to do business with suppliers or manufacturers in the U.S. (or other countries). I did a little research on alibaba.com, a Chinese B2B website and would like to know if there is such a web service in the U.S.?

I might not have the time to build my own website,not to mention maintaining it as I have a full time job that I do not want to forfeit. But if you by chance know a way to do it with ease and you think it is a must to have my own website, please share your justifications. Thank you.

At last, I am trying to open a home based business online instead of a “company”.

Thank you for reading my situation and offering your opinion.

Jere answers:

I am as well starting my own online business drop-shipping products. I used webstarts.com to build my webpage and use paypal as my shopping cart. The website is very easy to use. They have pre-designed templates to use and plenty of videos on how to build your website. They make it very easy…it is a bit time consuming, but you get to have your website look the way YOU want it to look. You can make it look professional. If you would like to take a look at what I have created (and I have never opened up my own webpage before, first time for me) then email me and I will send you the link. I don’t think I can post it here without my answer getting deleted. Kminich03@yahoo.com

Good luck!

Mary asks…

Online Clothing Store? New Business?

I am extremely passionate about starting an online vintage store that sells clothes and one of a kind items. I would like to ask a few questions so I can get a good grasp on a few things before I write my business plan.

* QUESTIONS *

1. If I were to open a business online, selling clothes, how would I have someone make my clothes for me? Do other companies have relationships with China/Japan? How does this work. An Example would be good.

2. Good marketing/promoting ideas?

3. Labelling your clothes.

4. Is it illegal to use previously owned clothing items and re-branding them to your logo?

Any other tips and advice (positive outlook only please, or negative with good intentions)

I am extremely passionate & driven, I just thought I could use a little extra help, who couldn’t, right?

Thank you.

Jere answers:

1) You need to find someone local first to make up a few of your designs before sending them overseas for reproduction, which is not only VERY expensive to do, as you have to do mass quantities. Not to mention, overseas companies are notorious for ripping off your design.

2) Get a catchy logo and take good photos of your clothes. Easy to read and easy to navigate websites are the best. Once you have a clothing line together, start contacting local media to let them know you are launching your new company and designs.

3) You need to have labels made with the washing instructions, fiber content, and your logo. This is something you do last. Do an internet search under ‘custom clothing labels’ and you will find several companies.

4) Yes. Extremely illegal. Imagine how you would feel if someone put their label into your designs. If you do it, you will get sued and your name will be MUD in the industry.

Ken asks…

Id like to study online in china, anyone know how?

I have recently moved here from overseas (Australia) and I am wanting to study online from home. Most universities or courses ive looked at are based in America and do not connect with China. Does anyone know how I can do this? Id like to study something in business for when myself and partner leave china.

Jere answers:

Why not try studying via open learning Australia – https://www.open.edu.au. They have a large choice of Australia universities and courses.

The degree you earn in the end actual comes from the university, from what i remember you should be able to sit exams in China.

Charles asks…

is it illegal to start this type of online business?

if i was to make a web site and sell replyca shoes and clothes from china would that be illegal? i can get jordans for about 50 bucks. lets say i make a web site and sell them for 80 would that be illegal? how would i go about doing this? also what does it take to start up an online business>? what licenses are needed? who or were should i go to get these type of legal questiones awnsered?

Jere answers:

Unless the replicas are licensed, yes it is illegal and you will quickly get a letter from the manufacturer(s) asking you to cease and desist or face law suit for a trademark/licensing violation.

At $50, I would bet that the products are not licensed.

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Your Questions About Internet Marketing Blog

Sharon asks…

Can I make money with a podcast and blog? Internet marketing?

I have a podcast and blog (linked together).

I have 300 subscribers and 1,000 visitors per day.

I sell ad space, sell my own ebook, and want to create a training program and sell ad space on my podcast.

I now only post 2 times per month but numbers stay constant.

I’ve been at it for 2 yrs, but I slowed down cause all I can make is $60 per month. I felt like it was too much work for that kind of money.

I’m now getting the itch to start up again simply because I love doing it… but given this picture can I possibly grow this into something that makes at least $500 per month?

My wife wants me to quit doing it all together even though I spend plenty of time with the fam, I guess I feel like if I made a little money she would shut up about it.

Jere answers:

Podcasting is a business, and if your content is unique and useful, listeners will convert from leads to customers.

Is it your intention to make money from your podcast? It is possible. Some of the key ways to create revenue streams are: receiving micropayments, selling valuable products or services that are an extension of your podcast, and gaining advertisers. Creating a brand, reaching loyal listeners, and producing great content will attract advertisers and generate an income from your audience.

Here are 5 Ways to Make Money from Podcasting:

http://www.voices.com/podcasting/making-money.html

Mandy asks…

would you call a blog an internet marketing tool?

Jere answers:

Absolutely! Some blogs get millions of hits per day. With that much viewing, you could do all kinds of marketing.

Joseph asks…

tell me a blog where i can get good information about Internet Marketing with images only?

It should have only images……. along with funny ones

Jere answers:

Http://www.onlinepromotionindia.blogspot.com/……….

It has everything about online marketing, internet marketing, Online promotion, affiliate marketing……. Intelligent ways of advertising and so on…………

Lizzie asks…

Any suggestion for online marketing blog or site?

I’m looking forward to a website or blog that can help me in finding a good site for a newbie in internet business or marketing.

Jere answers:

WordPress direct is great from blogging as is blogger.com

Carol asks…

Please suggest me a brandable blogging domain name. topic is internet marketing and social media…?

please suggest me some great blogging domain name, topic of my blog is internet marketing and seo, smm, tech etc..

Jere answers:

There are lots of tools from which you can get your unique domain name. Just do a google search by using right keyword and choose your domain name.

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Your Questions About How To Do Business Online In Singapore

Mary asks…

Best country/language for doing business in the future?

Everyone now is saying “China, China, China, China, China!” But researching online has given me other results. According to the Ease of Doing Business Index, China has a rather low ranking! And other sites also suggest that places like Singapore and Hong Kong are the best. It’s weird because if you go to any site that has people put in their viewpoints (like Yahoo answers, forums, etc) the majority say China is the best! So I’m just wondering: Why does everyone say China is good for business? Is it actually? By the way, I’m half Chinese and half American and know Chinese pretty fluently. It would be AWESOME to do business between foreign countries (especially China: also, it’s so fun there! So much to do! Especially in my Chinese mom’s native town of Shanghai!!). I mean if I did business I would do it in China anyway because I speak the language well, but I’m just wondering about how good it would be to to business there. A side note: I’m learning French (school) and like it a lot; I will be continuing it throughout college and will hopefully be pretty fluent eventually. I’m also learning Japanese because, well, I just like it! Lol. As a result, U.S, China, France, and Japan are my favorite countries 🙂 I’ve been to all of them and soooooo cool! Haha anyway thanks for reading all of this and I hope you can answer my question(s)!
EDIT: By “best for doing business” I mean including ALL factors; how easy is it to do business there (rules, taxes, whatever I’m not too knowledgeable on this but I will do more research), how much money you would likely make, etc. Also, if you did business in China, what kind of things/products would usually be good for doing business with? I’ve heard textiles….but that’s horrible! Lol. Like for example Japan is pretty well-known for it’s technology; if you did business with Japan and U.S you would likely be dealing with technology (which would actually be cool haha).

Jere answers:

Sounds like you’ve already done your homework. The most important factor is how do you feel about the culture.

Here’s an article with Bloomberg Rankings
http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/business/2011/09/top-3-useful-foreign-languages-for-business-excludes-spanish/

Chinese
http://www.businessweek.com/debateroom/archives/2011/08/us_kids_should_learn_chinese_1.html

French
http://faculty.kutztown.edu/dewey/why_french.htm

Arabic
http://www.uta.edu/modl/arabic/why.html
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art51428.asp

Join the discussion.
Http://www.nytimes.com/roomfordebate/2012/01/29/is-learning-a-language-other-than-english-worthwhile

Laura asks…

Is this online iPhone 3GS deal reliable?

I have been searching online for cheap iPhone 3GS deals. And i saw this one : IPHONE 3GS 32GB for $320 USD (inclusive of 20 USD delivery to Singapore). Furthermore, I will get a free PSP SLIM.

I contacted the person thru email and asked him how he could afford to sell the phones so cheaply, and he replied

“All our products are brand New,factory sealed with complete accessories and we are distributor in all kinds of Latest Electronics,we buy in BULK directly from the manufacturer at Container prices,We re-sell to wholesaler and retailer at affordable prices………

We assure and guarantee 100% high quality products and efficient delivery scheme to our customer destination within 2 days directly to your door step.

We offer REFUND POLICY in case of accident, damage or otherwise we will REFUND your money within 24hrs, so that we can do more business in Future.”

It also needs me to transfer the money thru Western Union and promises me that my goods will be delivered within 48 hours.

What is your take? Is it reliable? Or is it an online fraud??

I also chanced upon another deal by different people of roughly the same prices (abit more expensive) : IPHONE 3GS 32GB for 360 USD. and this person sounds polite. What is your take?

Jere answers:

I just dont trust those deals. Especially the ones that sound to good to be true. Be careful.

David asks…

How do I check my education level in Singapore? eg. “O” level credits?

Ever since I left school, I have been running my own business as a self employed for the past 15 years. I’ve never collected my “O” level cert since I have no use for it till now. I am applying for a course for a license that requires certain no. of credits. I can’t remember how many “O” level credits I had. I’m trying to avoid the awkwardness of calling up my school 15 years later to ask about my cert. Is there any way that I can find out online?

Thanks!

Jere answers:

You can try getting the information from the Ministry of Education. If this fails, then the only choice is to get it from the school. I don’t think you should feel awkward about this as quite a few people would request for duplicates of their exam results if they lose them.

Note:
1. You may have to pay for the duplicate.
2. You should try to get the info rather than ‘guess’ because the license may be void if it is found out that you gave inaccurate info.

Carol asks…

I am looking for a job as Marine Surveyor in Vung Tau, Vietnam, how do I find the vacancies online?

MATTHEWSDANIEL INTERNATIONAL (VIETNAM) LTD.

NAME: PATRICK CHIA SIEW CHECK

POSITION: MARINE MANAGER

NATIONALITY: MALAYSIAN / PR SINGAPORE

DATE OF BIRTH: 29 AUGUST 1967

QUALIFICATIONS: MASTER MARINER CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY
DECK OFFICER CLASS 1
ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN MARITIME TRANSPORTATION
COMPANY SECURITY OFFICER
ISM INTERNAL AUDITOR
FLAG STATE INSPECTOR

Experience in: MARINE INDUSTRY
-Carrying out the duties and responsibities as per the Shipboard Management System.
-Complying with STCW 95 convention, IMO – SOLAS, MARPOL, ILL convention, Class requirements during sea service on board the ship. Keeping up-to-date with latest IMO circulars.
-Central planning for optimization of cargo capacity with due regards to stability, most economical bunkering port, IMDG segregation, minimum restows and overstows, keeping vessel’s schedule and liaise closely with terminal planners at all times.
-Carrying out flag state inspections for pre-registry, condition survey, casualty investigation, bunker survey, initial survey for the issuance of interim trading certificates and exemption certificates.
-Carrying out Classification surveys for Hull & machinery on vessels and floating objects.
-Dealing with Port State Control regarding the rectification of deficiencies issued against a ship that was detained due to serious deficiencies.

PREVIOUS COMPANY’S WORK SCOPE

Throughout the term of my employment with ISClass, I was authorised to issue the following certificates to vessels and companies.

§Cargo Gear Certificate
§Cargo Ship Safety Construction Certificate
§Cargo Ship Safety Equipment Certificate
§Cargo Ship Safety Radio Certificate
§Certificate of Fitness – Bulk Cargoes
§Certificate of Fitness – Dangerous Goods
§Certificate of Fitness – Grain In Bulk
§Certificate of Fitness – Solid Bulk Cargo
§International Air Pollution Prevention Certificate
§International Garbage Pollution Prevention Certificate
§International Load Line Certificate
§International Oil Pollution Prevention Certificate
§International Sewage Pollution Prevention Certificate
§International Ship Security Certificate
§International Tonnage Certificate
§National Tonnage Certificate
§Safety Management Certificate
§Seaworthiness Certificate

Carried out various surveys and audits.

§Annual Audit
§Annual Survey
§Classification Survey
§Docking Survey
§Initial Audit
§Initial Survey
§Intermediate Audit
§Intermediate Survey
§Pre-registration Survey
§Renewal Audit
§Renewal Survey
§Statutory Survey

I was recognized for my efforts and was selected to be the overall in charge of the Marine Services Department and the Marine Management Systems Department. My responsibilities are mentioned below.

Marine Management Systems Department Head
§Act as internal quality auditor (if required)
§Attend to ship-owners’ enquiries for vessel’s audits
§Conduct of shipboard and company audits
§Conduct safety / security investigation with relevant Flag Authority
§Monitoring of customer complaints and feedback
§Plan with auditors on ISM / ISPS matters and Flag State Inspections
§Review and approve ship’s safety management manuals and ship security plans
§Review qualifications of outsourced / non-exclusive auditors
§Support the Management Representative (MR) in ISO 9001 implementation

Marine Services Department Head
§Act as internal auditor (if required)
§Assist in developing new business opportunities
§Attend to customers’ enquiries and job quotations
§Conduct accident investigation with relevant Flag Authority
§Conducting of courses such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, ISO 7799, ISM, ISPS, etc.
§Handle customer complaints and feedback
§Liaise on training matters with government agencies, training institutions, etc.
§Manage marine related projects
§Management of courses such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, ISO 7799, ISM, ISPS, etc.
§Marketing and sale of marine services
§Marketing of courses such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, ISO 7799, ISM, ISPS, etc.
§Support the Management Representative (MR) in ISO 9001 implementation

Jere answers:

Try contacting some of the marine survey companies and ask what their requirements are. You should be able to get their information on line.Also try Boat US.Marine insurance companies require certain companies do the surveys, so check with marine insurance companies.

Charles asks…

What do you think about this love story?

For those who actually have time to read this..

It’s all happened in such an unusual way. Me and her lived in different countries, she’s was in Singapore. Once she gets added to my msn out of NOWHERE, mark my words, NOWHERE. Neither did SHE add me nor did I. It was rly awkward. I was 13 at that time. So we started talking to each other, talking abt each other’s countries. 2 yrs passed and we became chat friends. After that we just stopped talking for one yr cuz idk. Tho i had started to like her then. Suddenly we came to know my dad got his business shifted to Singapore, so we had to move with him. I started msn with her again n she was rly shocked n all. So i came to Singapore, and she went to UK fr higher studies (lol?). One day she was pms-ing i think lol and asked me to go on msn again. There on (we were 18 then) we talked rly maturely n started havin feelings. The nxt day i proposed her (online). Since then she’s on a one year vacation in Singapore, with me and we had a one year PERFECT relationship. She loved me to the extent that I swear to u guys she cut her body parts just for me just cuz out of anger i once broke up with her. See how fated it was? All the way from meeting on msn randomly to having a perfect relationship in the same country. We broke up 2 weeks ago, it is all heck of a complicated sh*t. We still love each other but yeah decided to let it go. Too many fights n stuff. Now she said she’ll never ever have a bf. But i think her opinion will change when she starts her uni in September. My question to u is, should i wait for her to get over all this and get her again? She’s my life
Thanks for answering

Jere answers:

Wow! So detailed, i really liked it, definetly would buy it if it was in a book shop

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Your Questions About Email Marketing Tips

Michael asks…

How to advertise online coupon business ?

I am individual planing to start online business , i need help on how to market my site and how can i collect all companies email ids and need some tips on email marketing .

Jere answers:

Starting out, you might want to consider updating your site frequently from time to time. Information is what people is after and giving them things that they wanted to know is a cool way to gain traffic.

It will take sometime to build your email list. Letting people subscribe to your weekly newsletter is helpful.

James asks…

Intraday share market tips only intraday not for delivary?

indian share market tips
on mob 09352385085
on messanger or email abhi_surana2007@yahoo.com

Jere answers:

I think go to intradaytips.com and check one which u want this is better for intraday share trading and already i have registerd your name for intraday trading in this site so enjoy self

David asks…

High traffic secrets?

Email marketing tips

Jere answers:

Check out the article at http://tymes90.googlepages.com/gettingtraffic there are some great ways to get targeted traffic to your site. I use the programs listed and I get anywhere from 100 to 400 visitors per day just from signing up to the programs in that article.
Good Luck

Susan asks…

Insurance Marketing and Strategies Tips – Help!!!!?

I was in the mortgage industry and have now switched careers to the insurance industry. I am working in my home town where I have a TON of personal as well as business contacts. I just passed my property and casualty test so as far as production, it’s still a couple of months out. I have already sent an email to the people I know letting them know about my new endeavor. I am looking for some help from you (the professionals) regarding what I should do to start ramping up my business and contacts before I start producing. I am working for a national insurance company and need to concentrate on branding my name rather than the company name. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
I am not an independent agent. I work with a large branded company. I do not/can not afford to pay for tv, radio spots on my own as of yet. I’m looking for the cheapest, most effective way to get business.

Jere answers:

1) I run a custom embroidery company and you need to create your cooperate identity. Create your logo and business name on your cooperate apparel.

2) Put the logo on your Auto

3) Make up business cards and hand them out. Every time you see someone you know hand several of them out. When you give people your business card, always give them more than one and ask them to give them to their friends/coworkers, etc. Print or flyers and post them on public boards if there are any near you and post in a forums that related to your location if there are any!

4) The key for this kind of business is word-of-mouth. Think of some clever ways to encourage your existing clients to tell people about you. Perhaps you could start with a friend or family member to be one of your “spokesperson”. I owned a convenience store for 10 years and a lot of business deals started in the checkout line by strangers. Tell everyone about you and ask if they know anyone that could use your service. Ask for a referral from an existing client

5) Start a website as a way to advertise you. Let your website work for you and your clients swap links. When making your own web site do some research on how to optimize your site so that you get a good ranking with a natural search. You do this by embedding smart key words. Your website could show your community involvement and you could have questions and answers on the site.

6) Look for websites that you can advertise for free. Advertise in the Yahoo local. Find free on-line classified web sites for your community. Typically the local chamber of commerce will offer such a service. You can advertise here for free: http://www.hits2u.com/?149843
http://goldbizz.localads.co.uk
http://www.trafficswarm.com/go.cgi?48605

Automatic Contributions to Your Gold Individual Retirement Account Account


Post a link to your site for free when it is allowed
Try These:
Craigslist http://www.craigslist.com
Google Base http://base.google.com
Yahoo Classifieds http://classifieds.yahoo.com/
US Free Ads http://www.usfreeads.com/
Text Link Exchange http://www.txtswap.com/
Recycler.com http://www.recycler.com/
Classifieds for Free http://www.classifiedsforfree.com/…
7) A Yellow page ad seems to work great also.

8) Try to get your local newspaper to do a free article on your business.

9) Sponsor local sport teams or ballparks that hang up banners. There are also inexpensive ways to advertise like a local penny saver newspaper, high school yearbooks and newspapers, etc.

10) Call radio show call in and contest and always answer or make the statement with “your name and company name and you have been working hard” free radio ads are great.

Ken asks…

How can I go about building a web site that sends emails matching each customer to certain products?

The web site (call it XWZ.COM) should match each customer with products s/he is interested in, if/when these items become available. In detail:
1– Each subscriber is assigned a password that is sent to her personal email for security/ verification. Once subscribers receive their passwords and log on to XWZ, they identify their desired product/s and receive emails telling them to check their XWZ-inbox for product availability.
2– When they logon, and before allowed to the inbox, they are given subscription options.
3– Payments are processed automatically (credit cards. PayPal ..etc)
4– Once subscribers pay and reach their XYZ-inbox, they are told if the product is available. If product becomes available after a week or month, subscriber receive email.
What programming language, sever, database, firewall and other technologies should I use to get this without paying an arm? All technical or marketing tips or references to similar small sites are appreciated.

Jere answers:

Depending on traffic and quality.

Java/JSP – High quality (less chance for bugs), expensive and scales well.

PHP – Messy, but there is a lot of stuff written in it already.

Perl – Not quite as bad as PHP, but still has some of the same problems.

Personally, I would try to use perl or consider using PHP for the web front end and perl for the email functions and any control panels when possible.

You might look around for some of the technology already out there, inspect the source code to determine how viable it is to modify it for your needs.

For subscription stuff, you could consider:

(PHP)
http://www.geniegate.com/listings/dolphin/

It’ll confirm email addresses for you, but, won’t manage the mailings. (you could write code specifically for that later) Full disclosure, I own GenieGate.

As far as the ecommerce, there are a lot of shopping carts out there, look for one that is simple (don’t go for “lots of features” go for “written well and can be modified) I sometimes see people go for whatever has the most toys, this is a mistake for this kind of software, you really want “easy to code in”.

You’ll probably want to interface with the product catalog to generate the email, so, your ecommerce package should have a nice table structure and/or good, object oriented code for accessing the products.

It goes without saying, once a package is modified, you can’t “upgrade” it.

It’s important to start off with a decent one that is relatively bug free (or at least, written so that you yourself can fix bugs as the crop up.)

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Your Questions About Direct Marketing Strategies

Chris asks…

How to get in the line of sight for the next promotion? What marketing strategy do I need to market myself?

I’m currently in managment but looking to obtain a role with direct reports for the experience. I don’t have a mentor and I really feel like I need one. I don’t know what I should or shouldn’t do to be considered. I know that I’m doing a good job because of the positive feedback I get. I just don’t know if its good enough to stand out.

Jere answers:

Depends upon your organisation. Make your manager and HR aware of your career plans. Thats a start.

Could you speak with HR and manager, or mamnger of the bit you want to work in and just ask – what would i need to do to get such a position in next 12-24 months type thing. Our speak to a simialr organisation and find out ther policy on internal promotion and etc.

You say about experience – maybe you can get some of that without being a direct manager, consider that. Maybe you have those skills but from outside work.

The higher you go the more it is about personal networking, so develop your contacts and use them. Remember you may have those favours “called in” one day. If you really determined and really cant get any assistance or guidance get an external perosn in (careers advisor/life coach etc) and get them to help. Good Luck

Maria asks…

Is it Halal to work in Marketing stream in Islam?

I am pursuing BMS(Bachelor in Management Studies) with Marketing as my majors. For me marketing ivvolves advertising, direct selling, social media, field and off field marketing jobs, public relation job, research and strategy making at marketing level, media etc.

(NOTE : I know bank jobs are haram so need no description in that. I want to know individually about this streams)

I need true and correct answers with view of Quranic and Hadees verses.

Serious people only please.

Jere answers:

Rasulullah (pbuh) was a trader.

A general guidance I follow regarding marketing is when we’re selling something, we have to be honest about things we sell.

Nancy asks…

marketing offensive/defensive strategies/tactics?

i need to find some actual examples of organisations that have used these strategies. so far i have examples of defence strategies but im stuck on whos used offensive (attack) strategies………

Encirclement strategy- surround opponent with range of specific products/services but avoid direct competition.

Flank attack- attack competition’s weak spot (undefended segment/aging product)

Bypass attack- move in to areas not covered by opponents

Guerilla attack – hit and run, short term measures such as price cuts and promotions

if you could make some suggestions that would be brill!

Jere answers:

I’ve just finished my intro to marketing so sorry if i’m totally wrong. But wouldn’t it be mostly sales orientated companys?

Paul asks…

What is the best combination of strategies to market a company?

For example:
Is it?
1.newpaper ads
2.on ebay
3.direct mail

Jere answers:

The best strategy is to carefully examine your business goals (usually product sales), and identify ALL of the marketing channels that may bring you customers. This might include newspaper ads, eBay auctions, offering products through Amazon’s Marketplace, direct mail, banner advertising, free and paid directory listings (possibly including Yellow Pages), forum participation, classified ad sites, billboards, PPC search ads on Google and Yahoo, TV and radio ads, email newsletter sponsorships, bumper stickers, press releases, contests and give-aways, publicity stunts, a variety of “guerilla marketing” techniques, sampling, seeking reviews, targeting influencers, and a zillion other possibilities.

From that list, you’d develop rankings or priorities, and you’d consider how various marketing strategies might interact or conflict. Then you’d “test, test, test” and experiment until you find something that works, or until you run out of money.

There is no “best combination” that would apply to more than one company, and even if you identified the specific company and goals, if you hired 10 different agencies you’d get 10 different “combinations” (although there would certainly be overlap).

Steven asks…

WHO SHOULD I VOTE FOR PRESIDENT?

What are the official stance of each of the major players. what are their official positions and votes? how do they choose to market their positions on that issue? to whom is their marketing strategy directed?

Jere answers:

OBAMA.

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Your Questions About Business Online Banking

Robert asks…

How to contact small business loan department of a bank to sell them online advertisement?

My online business provides a steady stream of companies looking for business capital and business loans. I want to contact the small business loan department of a bank, such as Bank of America, Capital One, American Express, and sell them membership (if they are a member, they can see hundreds or even thousands of hot prospects every month). How do I find the contact phone and person? I contact customer service of Bank of America but they don’t give the contact information to me. Besides, should I contact their e-commerce marketing department, or the loan department, or both?

Jere answers:

Those companies don’t need outside marketers like you to sell their services. Find much smaller businesses to market to, the ones that don’t already spend millions on their own advertising.

Donald asks…

can you open a business bank account online with guaranteed immediate acceptance ?

no credit or loan facilities are necessary.

Jere answers:

Yes… I did it. HSBC.com

Savings & Credit Card

Gimmie my points

Jim

Carol asks…

How do I advertise my business online?

I’m a small business owner and don’t have thousands of dollars a month for SEO or online marketing. What is the best way to advertise my business online without breaking the bank? Is there a service or company that can help me with local business listings?

Thanks

Reid

Jere answers:

Google Local Business Listing is very easy to do.

If you can run your business, you can do a business listing, most of the details required are business name, contact information, website address and a 200 character description. Include some of you product or service keywords in the description.

When you submit, you will be asked to verify the listing information, with choice of telephone call or by post.

Telephone call is the fastest.

When the telephone call comes through, there will be an automated message with a 5 digit PIN number. You enter this into the box on the Google Local business centre, then click verify.

NOTE: You will need to register for a googlemail account then submit your website / business details to Google’s local business centre.

Http://www.google.com/local/add

Additional Marketing for your Website using Directories and Website Links

The next step is to get links to your website. This is one of the most important things that you can do to help your website with regard to internet marketing and search engine results. To do this you will need to list your website on as many websites and directories as possible.

Directories
Paid Listing Directory: for a listing fee your website is listed, often these are higher quality directories as only serious website owners and business’s will pay to be listed. These are usually the fastest way to get listed and get links to your website, as the paid listing directories are run as a business. There are niche/specialist and general directories.

Free Directories: it can take a long time to get your website listed. As the service is free, there may be little or no control of the quality of websites being listed. DMOZ is the most important free directory, it can take quite some time to get listed, but worth the effort, follow submission guidelines very carefully.

Http://www.dmoz.org

Show Me Another: this is a new ‘Search Directory’ that allows registered users to submit websites and in return for contributing you get a link to your own website for every website submitted. Its a free service and websites are added instantly.

Http://www.showmeanother.com

William asks…

online bank business account?

im looking for an online only bank (branchless bank) that offers business checking
account?

thanks!

Jere answers:

I use ING bank, http://home.ingdirect.com but there are others to choose from. They often have the best interest rates, even for checking accounts.
Check out:
Ally Bank http://www.ally.com
EverBank http://www.everbank.com
E*TRADE https://us.etrade.com/e/t/banking

Laura asks…

what is the best bank account with online banking for us dollor?

I am looking for a business account where I can do online banking in US dollar as as well as uk

Jere answers:

Bank of America is a pretty good bank for all different type of services. They charge fewer fees

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Your Questions About Business Online Services Gov

John asks…

Suspicious e-mail about tax over payments refund?

Here’s the contents of the e-mail I received:

Dear Applicant:

Following an upgrade of our computer systems and review of our records we have investigated your payments and latest tax returns over the past years, our calculations show you have made over payments of 326.75$
Due to the high volume of refunds you must complete the online application, the telephone help line is unable to assist with this application.
In order to process your refund you will need to complete the attached application form.
Your refund may take up to 6 weeks to process please make sure you complete the form correctly.
As we are upgrading our records we require the completed form showing your full current details before 20 March 2010

Please submit the form attached to confirm the refund.

Note: If you are using Internet Explorer please allow ActiveX for scripts to perform all data transfers securely .

S. M.Roberts
Senior Manager
Internal Revenue Service

————————————–…
© Copyright 2010, Internal Revenue Service US All rights reserved.
TAX REFUND ID: A29R119

I found it suspicious becasue

1: The dollar sign is in a wrong place.
2: It attaches an online document, when I click it, it links to an IRS.gov site, on the top of the site, it says: Please enter your Info and the Debit Card where refunds will be made. And the form is called Refund Payment Form.
3: there are other icons I can click on them too, like contact IRS, About IRS, Individuals, Business, and so on, but the page stays the same, still not leaving the refund form page.
4: it asks for SSN, Mother maiden name, credit card #, ATM PIN #, Bank account #, Issuing Bank.

Is it a spam mail, a fraud?

Jere answers:

The IRS will NEVER contact you by e-mail. EVER! The IRS makes initial contact on any tax matters via USPS First Class mail.

Forward the e-mail to: phishing@irs.gov

BTW, when an e-mail tells you to enable ActiveX or Java Scripts there’s an excellent chance that it is pointing you to an infected website. NEVER click on a link in an e-mail that purports to come from the IRS or any unknown correspondent!

Nancy asks…

What is your response to the notice get a prize as attached below?

Sender : IMF OFFICE BENIN, email address : imf.offic.002@qatar.io

Anti-Terrorist And Monetary Crimes Division
FBI Headquarters, Washington, D.C.
Federal Bureau Of Investigation
J.Edgar Hoover Building
935 Pennsylvania Avenue, Nw Washington, D.C. 20535-0001
www.fbi.gov

ATTENTION: BENEFICIARY
This e-mail has been issued to you in order to Officially inform you that we
have completed an investigation on an International Payment in which was
issued to you by an International Lottery Company. With the help of our newly
developed technology (International Monitoring Network System) we discovered
that your e-mail address was automatically selected by an Online Balloting
System, this has legally won you the sum of 2 million Euros from a Lottery
Company outside the United States of America. During our investigation we
discovered that your e-mail won the money from an Online Balloting System and
we have authorized this winning to be paid to you via INTERNATIONAL CERTIFIED
BANK DRAFT.

Normally, it will take up to 5 business days for an INTERNATIONAL CERTIFIED
BANK DRAFT by your local bank. We have successfully notified this company on
your behalf that funds are to be drawn from a registered bank within the world
winde, so as to enable you cash the check instantly without any delay,
henceforth the stated amount of 2 million Euros has been deposited with IMF .

We have completed this investigation and you are hereby approved to receive
the winning prize as we have verified the entire transaction to be Safe and
100% risk free, due to the fact that the funds have been deposited with IMF
you will be required to settle the following bills directly to the Lottery
Agent in-charge of this transaction whom is located in Cotonou, Benin
Republic. According to our discoveries, you were required to pay for the
following,

(1) Deposit Fee’s ( IMF INTERNATIONAL CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE )
(2) Shipping Fee’s ( This is the charge for shipping the Cashier’s Check to
your home address)

The total amount for everything is $96.00 We have tried our possible best to
indicate that this $96.00 should be deducted from your winning prize but we
found out that the funds have already been deposited in IMF and cannot be
accessed by anyone apart from you the winner, therefore you will be required
to pay the required fee’s to the Agent in-charge of this transaction
In order to proceed with this transaction, you will be required to contact the
agent in-charge ( Mr. Mike Peter) via e-mail. Kindly look below to find
appropriate contact information:

CONTACT AGENT NAME: Mr Mike Peter
E-MAIL : imf.offic.002@qatar.io
PHONE NUMBER: +22999488592

You will be required to e-mail him with the following information:

FULL NAME:
ADDRESS:
CITY:
STATE:
ZIP CODE:
DIRECT CONTACT NUMBER:
OCCUPATION:

You will also be required to request Western Union or Money Gram details on
how to send the required $96.00 in order to immediately ship your prize of
$2 million Euros via INTERNATIONAL CERTIFIED BANK DRAFT from IMF, also include
the following transaction code in order for him to immediately identify this
transaction : EA2948-910.

This letter will serve as proof that the Federal Bureau Of Investigation is
authorizing you to pay the required $96.00 ONLY to Mr Mike Peter
information in which he shall send to you,

Mr. Robert Mueller
Federal Bureau of Investigation F B I
Yours in Service,Photograph of Director
Robert S. Mueller, IIIRobert S. Mueller,
III Director Office of Public Affairs
Welcome once more to FBI www.fbi.gov

Jere answers:

I like to send them fake information so someone has to waste their time trying it out. Or sometime I just say meanspirted things about how they fornicate with sheep and can’t cure aids in Africa

Ken asks…

I have ran into a scam, and i dont know what to do?

i applied for a personal assistant job for a Realtor and attorney from over seas,it was a scam, the scam is money laundering, they have my information i felt threatened, so i tried to collect as much information as i could from them, doing some hacking which could be illegal, my question is how would i go about this, do i report it to ic3.gov? will i be charged somehow for hacking(key logging,cracked software)? or should i forget about it?

all the conversation:
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richard_b45::::::::::

email:
Richard Brown to me
show details Jul 15 (7 days ago)

Thanks for your interests in the PA position, I will deeply appreciate all genuine efforts to help me monitor and keep up to date with all my activities. I most very often get my hands occupied because am working with many companies both states and outside,so it is imperative for me to have a worthy assistant who can monitor and keep me up to date with my activities. As my assistant, your activities amongst other things will include: Make travel arrangements and submit expenses for Attorneys Order office supplies, Running personal errands,Check Processing Filing documents,faxing,printing and typing letters Web research, Internet search skills and posting ads Quality communication etiquette skills and good organizational skills Serious sense of humor required and mandatory to work with me Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information Perform duties with accuracy, quality, and integrity You can only apply for this position if you own a printer and personal computer. Basic wage is $500 a weekly About me:

My name is Mr Richard Brown,i have a family of 3 and i am a Realtor and Lawyer.I travel alot,hence the reason why i need an assistant to handle affairs for me on the home front when i am away on business which is usually quite often. This position is home-based and flexible you can be in any location,working with me is basically about instructions and following them, my only fear is that I may come at you impromptu sometimes, I need someone who can be able to meet up with my i rregular timings.There is also a very sensitive issue on trust and accountability which I believe will resolve itself as time goes on.

This is only an introductory e-mail, as time goes on we should be able to arrange a proper meeting to get things started officially. I do have a number of things you could help me with this week if you will be available for me. This can act as a stable foundation to our working relationship. Note:This position is home base office work you can be in any location and work with me from your home. Let me know your interest if you are ready to work with me from your home Mon-Fri @ 10am

Here is my Yahoomessenger IM richard_b45 I am always online

So Fill This Application And Email It Back Here Asap!!!

First Name______________________

Middle Name___________________________

Last Name_____________________________

Street Address_____________________________

City, State, Zip Code______________________________________

Sex________Age_________

Nationality___________________________

Cell Phone Number (___)___________________________________

Home Phone Number(___)___________________________________

Email:____________________________

Current Job:____________________________

Hope to hear from you again.

Date: Wed, 14 Jul 2010 18:25:20 -0700
Subject: Personal Assistant`
From: h4xchewyy@gmail.com
To: job.resume2010@hotmail.com

Jesus A. Garcia

(956)241-7224

h4xchewyy@gmail.com

Objective:
Personal Assistant

Summary:Highly organized and detail oriented.
Providing high level of customer service with exceptional ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Profound working knowledge of Microsoft office applications including Word and Excel.
Communication and leadership skills.
Professional appearance, dress, and attitude.
Excellent interpersonal, customer service skills and solid math knowledge.
Effective problem solver, proven leader and team player.
Certified in network cabling such as copper based systems and fiber optic base systems.
Proficient in using 10-key

Experience:
Fraud Analyst

Advanced Call Center Technologies Llc. Harlingen Tx.

May, 2009- June, 2010

· Work in a high volume outbound call center environment reviewing potentially fraudulent transactions for the prevention and detection of Fraud. Fraud Analyst verifies account activity with customers over the phone to determine if transactions or activity can be validated by our card holders. Fraud Analyst makes decisions and takes appropriate actions to minimize fraud losses and provide customer service.

Education:
San Benito High School

2007- Present

cop just left myself, he told me their was nothing wrong with hacking but i believe that was his personal answer, i sent complaint to ic3.gov, and ill just i dont know , well thread closed , thank you for replying
the cop just left my house*

Jere answers:

From the information that you have provided, it does not appear that you have done anything to make you complicit in ant illegal activity. Nor have you given them much information to do any identity theft.

If you are nervous about this, check your credit report regularly for any unusual activity. Sign up for a service that monitors this for you.

And never again respond to a solicitation that does not make proper use of the English language.
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Jenny asks…

What are my chances at UCLA or UCB?

I know people always post questions like this but I really need your help.
Hi. I am a first semester junior and I really want to go to either UCLA or Berkeley. They are my dream schools and I would be really excited to start my education in one of those schools. I’m sorry to add to the countless “will I get in” questions buy I really need your help. See, I honestly did my best work this entire semester and still nothing has paid off. Here are my grades sophomore and junior year:

Sophomore year (semester 1, 2)

Spanish A, A
Bio Honors B+, A
English B, B
History B+, A
Alg 2/Trig A, B-
Speech A,A

Junior year (semester 1,2)

APUSH B-, B-
AP BIO C+, C
AP English B, C
Spanish Honors C, C
Pre-Calc C+,C-
Speech A, A

My unweighted GPA is 3.08 and my weighted GPA is 3.42. I know, HORRIBLE 🙁

My extracurriculars:
4 years CSF.
3 years NHS.
13 years Indian classical dance. Preformed my solo dance debut recital (3 hour performance). Participated in the highly selective Ethnic Dance Festival of San Francisco. Has been teaching dance to younger students for 3 years.
I participate in speech and debate and have won alot of awards.
Have over 200 hours of community service
Last summer, worked with my dad on his startup company, totelist. I am in charge of advertising.
This summer, I will be interning at Apptera, a mobile advertising company. I will also be interning at Women’s Initiative, a company that helps women of low income houses to start businesses.
I will also be taking online classes at BYU to boost up my already really low GPA.

Standardized Tests:
2400 on SATs
If I study really really hard, I can get all 5’s on my AP Tests
800 on SAT subject tests for biology, math, and spanish.

Senior year course load:
AP Economics/Gov, Physics Honors, Regular English, AP Spanish, and AP Calculus.
I talked to my parents and I realized that I HAVE to get all A’s senior year. I HAVE to get a perfect 4.0 first semester of senior year. I HAVE TO.So I will. But I doubt the UCs even look at senior year transcripts.

Finally, I am a really good writer and I have lots of good ideas for my college essays. I feel I can really touch someone with my experiences. So hopefully, I have that on my side.

This is the total sum of all my work in high school. No matter how hard I tried, these are the best grades I can offer. Next semester, I will get all A’s, mark my words. So…do you think i have what it takes. I know SAT’s aren’t as important as grades and my SAT score is good. I just don’t know if it will balance out my grades. So hit me with it. The TRUTH. Do I have a chance at the highly selective UCLA or Berkeley?

P.S. I am NOT interested in going to a community college and transferring. I just worked too hard throughout high school for something like that. Despite what my grades reveal, I honestly did my best and studied as hard as I could. I’d rather go to a private somewhere. Just NOT a community college, or even a state school, like San Jose State.

Jere answers:

How do you know your grades for second semester junior if you are only in your first semester as a junior?

I think you have a chance, but it is small. The C’s look bad – but that might be outweighed by the fact that they are in AP classes. You also have many Bs.

Your essays would have to be awesome.

I would look into other schools at this point. There is a very good chance that you will not get in.

Sorry you don’t think transferring from a community college is for people who worked really hard. I think some of the smartest people choose to transfer because it is more affordable and the class sizes are smaller. Many community college professors work at UCs and community colleges. You get more time with the professors at community colleges than you do at UCs. You can also do research at UCs (just go there and ask) while at a community college. Finally, students who transfer from community colleges tend to have higher GPAs overall when they graduate from the UC than students who went straight there as Freshmen.

Do what you want – but be prepared for the significant chance that you will not be accepted into UCLA or Berkeley. Not saying you won’t – just that it might be more likely that you won’t than you will.

Sandra asks…

How much time can someone get for stealing those big blue post office mail boxes from in-front of businesses?

http://www.pe.com/localnews/hemet/stories/PE_News_Local_D_mailbox21.297d309.html

Thieves ripped two full-size blue mail-collection boxes out of the concrete in Hemet and Menifee this month and stole all the mail inside, the U.S. Postal Inspection Service says.

The agency is offering a $10,000 reward for information that leads to an arrest or conviction, Postal Inspector Renee Focht said. It is also accepting complaints from anyone who believes their mail was stolen.

The first collection box was taken April 5 from the Village West Shopping Center at Florida and Sanderson avenues in Hemet. It was taken sometime between the last pick-up at 5:15 p.m. and when it was reported missing at 3 p.m. the next day, according to a news release.

The empty, damaged mailbox was found two days later on Green Avenue, south of Highway 74 near Homeland.

A second mailbox was stolen between 1:15 p.m. April 14 and 11:30 a.m. April 15 from the corner of Sunnywood and Sandwood streets in the Sun City area of Menifee.

Postal officials do not know if the motive was related to the income tax deadline. Most mail theft targets checks, gift cards or cash, Focht said. People are discouraged from mailing cash.

Anyone who may have information about the theft is asked to call postal inspectors at 1-877-876-2455, option 2, and refer to Case No. 1849381.

Reach John Asbury at 951-763-3451 or jasbury@PE.com

REPORT

STOLEN MAIL

The stolen mailbox locations:

Hemet: 3055 W. Florida Ave., between 5:15 p.m. April 4 and 3 p.m. April 5.

Menifee: 26098 Sunnywood St., between 1:15 p.m. April 14 and 11:30 a.m. April 15.

If you think your mail might have been stolen, submit a mail theft or vandalism complaint through one of these methods:

In person at your local post office

Online at https://postalinspectors.uspis.gov

By phone at 1-877-876-2455; press 3

Jere answers:

Apparently, up to 5 yrs AND $250,000 fine is possible, but a quick search indicates that most only get 6 months jail time and fine for damages. It’s a federal offense, so good luck getting a job after that’s on your record.

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Your Questions About Internet Business Promoter

Linda asks…

Why can’t record companies see that their business model is flawed and fading?

Very recently Madonna and RadioHead who are now free from their contracts turned the music distribution tables on their heads when Madonna announced she had signed a contract with a promoter, not a record company and RadioHead is making its music avaiable on the internet for as little as 2 cents per song.

It’s like…Duh, we don’t need record companies any more. I knew this a long time ago.

Jere answers:

I haven’t listened to music on commericial radio or from a record company in over 3 years.

All of my music wants and needs are met by the iNet and soon all of my multimedia wants and needs will follow.

And everything I get from the iNet is totally free and legal!!!

David asks…

I am interested to get involved in the photo modelling industry either as a models scout or an online PR?

Hi,
I am 33 year old bright, entrepreneurial-orientated as well as ever positive, success-determined guy coming from a rich sales and events hosting background who has always been passionate about naturally gifted beautiful women thus now striving to reach such a business opportunity of being actively involved within the fields of beauty, fashion and/or photomodelling whereby I could liaise with stunning women and enjoy a rewarding income out of it at the same time.

In addition to the above mentioned, I have 3 thoughts in my mind:

1) working as a models scout who earns a handsome commission

2) models party organiser

3) setting up my own online/internet business connected with beauty, fashion and photomodelling

Now, this ad post I would like to direct to experienced models, photographers, models scouts, models party promoters or really to anybody else connected with these industries in this way or another, who might be happy to friendly advise me on what to do.

Jere answers:

U can start a website of ur own to make urself known to others,try to know some1 from modelling industry as a strong backup,later try to find potential people to be ur models,but from the start u won’t be able to earn gd money as u dun have m,any links in this industry,anyway gd luck to u

Lizzie asks…

I want to set the record straight with the wrestling section?

Its not the WWE itself that makes me hate the company (though i’m not a big fan of the product and I think they could do much better) its the FANS that make me hate it. I know that sounds kind of dumb, but I simply cannot tolerate the way the WWE fans act. MOST of them act like fanboys/fangirls and act like cult followers to a cult. Bashing TNA and its product for simply no reason other than its in the same business and had the sack to call WWE out. Its not just this section either, its all over the internet. Try going to the TNA facebook page sometime, its INFESTED with WWE fanboys bashing the holy hell out of the company. Why not stick to the WWE facebook page? whats the point of mindless bashing? what does it solve? Does it make WWE or TNA any better? does it make the fans lives better? the answer is NO to all the above. My point is, if your a “company fan”, than that’s fine, but you don’t have to sit there and relentlessly bash what I love just b/c you don’t share the same view. Its petty and immature. And yes, SOME TNA fans ARE guilty of bashing too. But when all we here is “TNA sucks” and “TNA is gonna die” and “TNA is nothing but WWE rejects” and stupid crap of that sort, what are we suppose to do? just sit there and take it? if all you WWE fans heard was how much WWE sucks on a constant basis, especially on monday and friday nights (I say that b/c Thursday nights WWE fans come out in droves just to bash TNA) wouldn’t you get tired of it?

Bottomline: People seem to really have lost their sense of respect for one another, and the internet hasn’t helped much. As a matter of fact, I DID want to be a wrestling promoter in the indies, that was my DREAM. But after experiencing the IWC and seeing how jaded the fans really are and how they nitpick everything, why in the hell would I even want to be a promoter? IMO, the internet truly has killed wrestling. Not the fall of WCW, not Vince McMahon, the internet. The element of suprise is gone from it and the fans all of a sudden feel like they are “experts” on the wrestling business. You know what a big part of wrestling being successful in the 90’s was? the fans didn’t nitpick every little thing and appreciated what was put out, and the element of suprise was still there b/c spoiler sites didnt ruin it. It wasn’t just innovative storylines and concepts like people claim.

ok, my rant is done. If you can manage not to be a jackhole and answer with respect, it would be appreciated.

Jere answers:

The WWE fanboys have soured me on the WWE, too. But so has the hand-holding by the WWE “writers”, spelling out every single step of every single storyline, repeating things over and over and over using very small words lest we miss something and completely not “get” what the whole juvenile storyline was about in the first place. The generic dumbed-down punching and kicking Vince promotes as “sports entertainment” has contributed, as well. Making a commentator the top heel in the company is another factor.

“TNA sucks”. “TNA is gonna die (any minute)”. “TNA NEVER pushes anybody but old WWE rejects”. Comments like these, and others in the same vein, are coming from the immature WWE fanboys who are VERY threatened by TNA’s existence. They have bought into Vince’s propaganda and are guzzling Vince’s kool-aid, and have been conditioned to believe that Vince is king of the “good” island (his little fantasy world he calls the “WWE universe”) and every other promotion are the “bad” invaders out to destroy the “good” WWE.

Those WWE fanboys believe TNA is equal to the WWE (or they wouldn’t spend so much time and effort talking about it) and that scares the hell out of them. They had several years of just the WWE and only the WWE, meaning they got used to just one TV wrestling company. But TNA rose rapidly into prime time and monthly PPVs and the fanboys see that as a major threat. In their minds, because of Vince’s propaganda and conditioning, there can be only one TV wrestling company. Because TNA managed to get into prime time and remain there, the fanboys are scared to death that TNA will put the WWE out of business. Especially now that Bischoff and Hogan are in charge of TNA. They nearly put Vince and the WWF out of business in the late 90’s; they’re scared that this time they might succeed.

So they spend ridiculous amounts of time and energy trying to convince THEMSELVES that TNA actually does “suck” and will die any minute now. You don’t see TNA fans running around frantic, scared to death that the WWE will put TNA out of business like you see WWE fans do. TNA fans aren’t threatened by the WWE or it’s existence.

Yeah, the internet makes Roddy Pipers of us all. We’re all anonymous and can say anything we want because nobody knows who we are, and the only possible consequence is having a question or answer deleted.

The internet DID ruin pro wrestling and being a real fan. Spoiler/rumor sites have made it possible to know pretty much everything the business wants us to know without ever watching a single episode of any promotion’s TV show. Because of those damn sites, every 14-year-old who can type thinks he/she can do a better job than the pro’s, and believe they have the right to rip apart a promotion or a performer just because that promotion or performer didn’t do what that fan wanted. It’s even more…irritating…when they do this without knowing (but using) what even basic wrestling “insider” terms like “push”, “get over”, and “bury” mean. They get on every forum they can find and just whine and complain about every damn thing that goes on in the wrestling business. It’s tedious, tiresome, and shows a complete lack of respect for the performers. The IWC doesn’t WANT to be surprised; they want to know everything that’s going to happen BEFORE it happens so they can have their sneers on and keyboards at the ready when the show airs.

Being a wrestling fan was/is a whole lot better without the internet.

Donna asks…

Coastal publications ****BEWARE ALL*****?

Source ( Better Business Bureua)
http://www.bbbhou.org/mem_intro.html

CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE
This company operates what is called a work at home scheme. We suggest you listen carefully to the entire report to understand what this promotion is. It is important to know that almost all work at home schemes end up with complaints even though they may have none when they first start. They usually go out of business or face government action. Most work at home schemes involve stuffing envelopes, mailing circulars, or sending for information packets from a list of addresses. The promoter may tell you that it is all ‘legitimate’ or ‘approved by the Post Office.’ It is not! The promoter may claim you can earn lots of money working from home. They may also state that, due to an increase in the use of home computers and the Internet, this is a ‘home based business opportunity.’ If it involves stuffing envelopes or mailing circulars, it is a work at home scheme and you will lose your money. No real employer would pay you to sit at home and do these jobs in this era of high tech mass mailing. Since this BBB was founded in 1921, we have never seen any consumer make money at this unless they were running the scheme. You should know that US Postal Inspectors investigate and prosecute people involved in these promotions and you could find yourself the subject of criminal action for mail fraud.

Jere answers:

Thanks

Donald asks…

Should there be a stop to all dog/cat breeding in America?

HSUS is the ‘Humane Society of the United States.’ It is supported mainly by small donations from millions of Americans because it has been almost 100% successful at selling itself as ‘for the animals.’ However, it’s more accurately thought of as a business that provides the animal rights movement with the service of squeezing rights to use animals, than as an organization that helps animals.

HSUS is not connected with any animal shelters or direct animal welfare activities. Of top 12 HSUS Animal Stories of 2005 (grey wolves, abused tigers, pet cloning, Internet hunting, dove hunts, animal fighting, seal hunts, laying hens, trophy hunting, the HSUS-Fund For Animals merger, Katrina relief and horse slaughter), only hurricane relief had to do with helping Fido or Fluffy as promoted in their materials.

HSUS is devoted to making animal use (including pet ownership) steadily more difficult and expensive. Its main actions divide into: (a) Promoting laws to restrict use/ownership, (b) propaganda in support of such laws, and (c) fundraising/self-promotional actions. You will look in vain for an HSUS action that makes animal use or pet ownership easier, more common, more fun, or more successful.

Specific campaigns include anti-hunting, anti-meat farming and meat eating (the organization’s headquarters forbids animal products), anti-pet breeding (it was the chief promoter of the so-called ‘Pet Animal Welfare Statute’ or PAWS), anti-circus/rodeo, and anti-animal use medical and other research. So is this a good thing or bad thing for America? Life without pets?

Jere answers:

I believe, for the time being, that all breeding should be stopped with the exception of a very few, select kennels and catteries to keep purebred bloodlines going. Every year millions of healthy, sweet, beautiful animals (including purebreds) are killed because of pet overpopulation. That number doesn’t include ferals and strays who never make it to a shelter. It would take us years of spaying/neutering religiously before we could get the populations down to a manageable number and need to start breeding again. Aside from stopping unnecessary deaths, getting the populations down would aid in keeping animals out of the wrong hands. With classified ads brimming with free puppy/kitten offers, it’s too easy for people to obtain animals for the sake of exploiting them. Unfortunately, there are too many irresponsible pet owners to put everyone on their honor and I think a mandated law to light a fire under them would work.

I don’t support PETA and other animal rights organizations because I see them as radicals who do more to harm animals than to help them. I don’t believe my pets have rights. I have the right to provide proper care for them and to protect them from harm. The notion that domesticated animals should be allowed freedom is ludicrous. It is sad that organizations such as these pull on people’s heartstrings for the purpose of lining their pockets. This is why I choose to do my own thing when it comes to animal welfare. I promote spay/neuter, educate on declawing and proper nutrition, and I rescue as many animals as I can. If everyone would do their part, we could go a long way ourselves.

As for the anti-hunting campaigns, what do they think would happen when they started allowing cats and dogs to roam and breed freely? They would become classified as varmints and a hunting season would be established for them to control populations, the same as with raccoons, rabbits, and coyotes. Industry and poachers, etc have managed to kill off larger predatory animals to the extent that hunting is now necessary in order to keep populations down so inbreeding and disease doesn’t kill off the species.

FB, I gave you a TU. You’re exactly right. Some people should not have pets but with them being so readily available, anyone can obtain them and the animals end up suffering. I would love to see things get to the point people would have to take a competency test before being allowed the privilege of owning a pet.

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Your Questions About The Real Biz

Daniel asks…

When you sign up to sell things on Amazon, does a real person actually call you?

I want to sell things on Amazon, but it says that you get a phone call when you sign up. Is this a real person or is it automated? I’m assuming they are just calling to verify the account, but do they ask anything specific? I know this may sound like a dumb question, but I’m a bit phone phobic. Thanks for the help!

Jere answers:

I suggest u http://www.biznfin.com/biz-fin.html
i hope it will be helpful in resolving your problem keep using answers.yahoo.com

James asks…

How did you get your first real estate listing?

Just want personal stories, tips etc. I am new to the biz and am curious.

Jere answers:

My very first listing was due to working my sphere of influence – spreading the word to those I already knew that I was now in the r.e. Business. After that, I would say that marketing to my farm with eye-catching mailers resulted in some listing appointments and then another listing. And when I really hit my stride, it was just through being active in Mommy groups…taking my son to playdates and hosting playdates at my home. The other moms came to trust me and started looking to me as their r.e. Agent even though I never pushed my business on them in anyway. I was networking without really even thinking about it. Once I figured out what was happening I dropped all my other marketing efforts and just focused on developing relationships with my mommy friends and landing clients with them and getting referrals from them.

Mary asks…

In San Antonio Texas are there any real estate companies that have classes for the real estate exam?

Or for TX what is the best online school where I can get my real estate license?

Jere answers:

Your best bet is probably to talk to the broker at whatever agency you want to work with. Most of them will be happy to help you, and it will give you some idea of how much help you’ll get from that agency.

Remember that the Real Estate biz is chock full of folks that thought it would be easy money. Regardless of which course you take, expect to go for at least six months with no income (but lots of expenses).

Most new agents do not make it through their first license period.

But, if you like working with people, aren’t afraid of hard work and long hours, and can deal with being an “independent contractor” (no benefits), then this job can be a lot of fun, and eventually you can make a good living at it.

I did find that the University of Texas at Arlington runs an on-line real estate course. You might want to check them out. Http://www.schoolestate.com/

Steven asks…

how much do I have to earn before taxes in home biz?

I do freelance work on the side of my real job, in Michigan. Is there a limit to how much I can earn before having to claim it as income.
I just started and I don’t think I will earn more than a couple thousand this year, next year I think I will earn a substantial amount though.

Jere answers:

Magic number is $600. If you don’t have one, call the IRS and get your FEIN even if you don’t plan to do this forever.

The reason is it will allow you to take some of the expenses you will have working freelance as business expenses on your taxes.

Carol asks…

What is the real story on the long term outlook on silver? I hear it is almost impossible to recycle.?

Does anyone know about the new uses for silver? Will the new uses replace the photo biz loss? How wide will it be used in new industries?

Jere answers:

I like silver long term. Silver is used in making batteries

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Be the first to comment - What do you think?  Posted by Jere - January 10, 2013 at 11:05 pm

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Your Questions About Doing Business Online Ideas

Chris asks…

does anyone know any good websites for generating online business ideas that are LEGITIMATE not mlm, etc.?

and the best site for following buying trends

Jere answers:

There are various methods of earning money on the internet – which is what probably led you to your question. You can pursue affiliate marketing, MLM/Network Marketing, and also top-tier direct sales programs.

As you may be aware, affiliate marketing offers commission on a per sale basis and in some cases offers referral bonuses for new affiliates you recruit. In essence, in affiliate marketing, you’re basically building someone else’s business…but that’s better than building it from scratch in some cases.

There are thousands of affiliate programs available. I equate the opportunity to having a farm and needing water. You would want to farm near a river rather than toiling over how to get water to grow your crop. So find a program that offers value to an eager audience! The traffic will naturally flow to you resulting in sales and income!

Now, for most affiliate programs you’re only getting paid one time for the work you’ve done. In MLM, you’re building a business that will hopefully continue to pay you over and over, week in and week out, and your income grows over time.

However, many MLM programs require you to build an enormous sales team or ongoing, loyal customer base before you see any residual income. They also require you to actively purchase product monthly and meet certain qualifications just to receive your commissions.

Top-tier direct sales is another animal altogether. One of the major issues for people in MLM is in achieving positive cash flow. Top-tier programs promote higher ticket products and a sales ladder that provides a higher profit per sale. With this in mind, it is reasonable to think that someone can earn significant money more quickly in a top-tier program.

Any and all of these choices I feel requires a strong marketing plan and system that would take advantage of the new Social Marketing avenues available. New Web 2.0 services like Twitter can really help you market your programs and drive sales.

Within Twitter itself you can search on what people are discussing, these ideas may help you to understand buying trends and where you can find your niche. For example, one of my “tweeps” runs a dating service online. Twitter discussions give her insight to her client’s biggest problems and she adjusts her marketing to address them. She then highlights products in her advertising that will hit their hot buttons.

I hope this helps. Good luck with your choice!

Feel free to follow me on Twitter @terriemartinez for more FREE business tips.

Lisa asks…

Any online business ideas?

Hi,

I am planning to make some money online. I want to start my own personal business. Do you have any ideas? I was thinking maybe make a site reselling items from cheap chinese sites for a higher price, or making my own original thing and selling it? I am able to make a professional websites, offering something, such as computer help, or make websites for people? Please give me ideas.

Thanks

Jere answers:

Stay away from the MLM, and that.

Most are just scams. You need your own idea’s and thoughts.

The problem with the Chinese is how to get it into the country, and then resell it? You have to deal with customs, unless each order is small.

Mary asks…

Online business ideas and help :)?

Hey, i really want to start an online business, but what can I start with little money that in the future with hard work can make a lot of money.
Also if my business took off and say i was getting 50 orders per day how could i send these off because it would be too much work to keep packaging them up and sending them off while keeping track of how the website is doing, how the big companies do this, thank you. Any extra advice would be very helpful, Thank you very much =D

Jere answers:

Pretty much what you’re trying to do is something along the lines of ebay. If you look online you can find programs to help you manage information, orders, addresses, and a bunch of other things. Just check it out. Also, it might be a good idea to get a friend to help you out.

Paul asks…

I want to start a small business online. Any ideas?

Does anyone have any ideas on what type of product I should sell online? I am looking probably to sell on ebay. But I just do not know what to sell. Any suggestions?

Jere answers:

If you want success in an online business you need to plug into the right business model. So what is this model? Well, it actually involves 4 parts.

1. Automation
2. A great product
3. Big commissions
4. Life changing results must be possible within 90 days

When you combine all four parts, you are virtually guaranteed to experience massive success.

The first, and most important part is….

Automation!

That’s right, if a business is not automated and set up to do most of the work for you, run! Run as fast as you can in the other direction.

Very simply, you want to find a business that does all of the following so you can produce an income quickly and easily.

* It must provide a means that does some or all of your advertising for
you.

* It must do your follow up for you

* It must close your sales for you

* It must produce results whether you are sleeping, or at your
children’s sports practice. Basically, while you are out living life.

You are busy and you don’t have time to spend an extra 40 hours, or even 4 hours creating additional sources of income.

Automation not only produces a super income, but it gives you the time and flexibility to enjoy that income.

Have a look at http://www.journey2wealth.info

This gave me my financial freedom.

Michael asks…

Online Business Ideas?

Does Anybody have any good online business ideas? My brother and I really want to start an online business…but we need a good idea.

Jere answers:

I have been running this one for awhile.
It is a online travel business and it is really easy to get into.
This site has a video’s that explain the business.
Http://www.ytb.com/Wooden
This one is growing really fast.
Just click on view company presentation.
If you decide to join click on join today and you will have web site of your own within a day to book travel for yourself, friends, family and more.
What could be more fun way to earn money than travel

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1 comment - What do you think?  Posted by Jere - January 9, 2013 at 11:05 pm

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Your Questions About The Real Biz

Lizzie asks…

Please help to clarify why would you compare real and potentail GDP if they are measured in different times?

Please help me to understand this concept. Why would you compare real GDP with Potential because the latter one is measured in longer term?
What is McCallum Rule? Taylor Rule?

Jere answers:

It is important to compare them if you are policy-maker. Then you can introduce policy for right economic development for moving real closer to potential, in this case economic wealth-fare will rise and less resource will be wasted.

Taylor rule is instrument for correcting monetary policy to target inflation, real/nominal GDP by means of interest rate.
Http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taylor_rule

McCallum rule is a monetary policy which does almost the same thing as Taylor rule – through money supply regulates inflation, it’s goal is to affect long-term growth of real GDP.
Http://www.investopedia.com/terms/m/mccallum_rule.asp
http://www.answers.com/topic/mccallum-rule?cat=biz-fin

Sandy asks…

Will I find a job or success as a commercial real estate broker?

I am graduating next year and want to pursue a career in commercial real estate. Do companies especially the big ones CBRE and Colliers hire brokers right out of college? Is it hard for new unexperience brokers to sucede, I know it takes time, but is this a field most change jobs into after making connections.

Jere answers:

I worked in both a commercial and residential real estate offices, each for around 5 years, in a support position. I will say that in both places, there wasn’t much turn over. Not many “new brokers” that came on at either place. They were all VERY competitive! Good luck to you!
As a P.S. To your question…
I do have something you could start RIGHT now, while finishing school, and it would give you a great start to any career from the self development point of view. If interested .. Check out my website at….
Lmilner.worldventures.biz
click on presentation

Linda asks…

Where can you find REAL desinger shoes and purses at wholesale prices? I want to start a business.?

I want to open a business but i dont know where to look for wholesale REAL designer stuff

Jere answers:

I had a hard time finding designer stuff at wholesale prices for my eBay biz, you really need to search around. I found some information on a site that sells cheap Coach and Juicy Couture purses if those are the brands you’re looking for.

Best of all I got a free sample catalog from the Coach wholesale company!!

Try http://wwwholesaler.info if they don’t have what you’re looking for try http://www.tradetang.com/

Good Luck.

Maria asks…

How to record on DVD the youtube downloads through Real Player?

I have downloaded a few youtube videos but unable to record/burn on DVD. The downloads are available on Real Player. I would like to record them on DVD and play on DVD player.

Jere answers:

You may take a look at this guide, it includes two parts. The first part will teach you how to download youtube video to computer for free, if you want to watch youtube video on TV, the second part will teach you how to burn YouTube video to DVD to play on standard DVD player, my friend sent it to me, it’s easy to understand and works great for me.
Http://www.youtubetoipod.biz/free-download-burn-youtube-video-to-dvd.html
Hope it helps. You can use http://www.answer.com to search more answers or email if you need further help.

Ken asks…

does anyone have any links to a real home based business?

I am looking for something real and tired of all the scams. Is anyone doing anything that they would like to share?
I am looking for something that is not survey based.
how about something that is not an mlm.
Looking for residual income, not necessarily a mlm.
hopeing to use computer and phone exclusively.

Jere answers:

It’s a feeding frenzy sometimes. When I started out looking for a network marketing company, a REAL one, I jumped into this one and that one. I tried surveys, affiliates, gosh, countless so called BIZ opps. I got emails every day ~ come join this program, make $$$$ money while you sleep. Come on folks!

The treasure thing people keep referring to – it is not fully legit ~ read the terms and conditions 1st…..

There are legit businesses out there and yes, most times you have to pay something to get in but consider this…. Are you looking for a ‘job’ online or a ‘business’. Jobs shouldn’t require paying up front for information. DON”T do it!

A business, on the other hand, I don’t know anyone who started any business without having to spend some sort of money. With online businesses, you save the expense of: office staff, legal department, payroll, accountants, building and other office expense, just to mention a few. BUt with a business opportunity, there should at least one product. If there isn’t a product, a tangible product, beware, that company may be skirting the law, will be found out and shut down eventually.

I am not here to advertise what I do, just help others avoid the pitfalls I fell into. Network marketing, in the true sense is about people first. Why someone would sign on with a company without knowing anything about the people they are going to be working with is senseless to me. Unless, of course the person suggesting you sign on under their link is just in the recruiting business.

I am including a link below for you to read. It is not a business opportunity, just information that will hopefully help you make good sound judgements before getting caught up in some of the scams. The FREE e-book is provided through a group of people who do generic mentoring for free. This Saturday night at 9:00pm eastern, they will be doing a live teleconference on the 5 pillars of a business ~ what to look for when getting started. If you are interested in listening in on that call, please feel free to email me: complus1@yahoo.com
the link for the free e-book is: http://learntosucceed.successin10steps.com
and as I said, there is NO PROGRAM or BUY in anywhere no affiliate signup where I get a dollar for each referral… Zero, zip, nada.

Do your due dilligence, study comp plans, terms and conditions, get on some mentoring calls somewhere and get good, generic information before you make hasty decisions out of desperation to find work from home. Good luck.
~best regards

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Be the first to comment - What do you think?  Posted by Jere - January 8, 2013 at 11:05 pm

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Your Questions About Internet Marketing Association

Richard asks…

Madame HRH, The car giveaways, spree shopping, internet lotteries etc that Herman was involved with continue.?

These have had a tremendously negative market aspect. I had requested that VI/ BVI authorities look into this in January of 2007 when I first established it was going on to ascertain where these large deliveries of autos was coming from. Furthermore, I have learned that Mr. Lloyd has obtained an international passport through Anguilla. Mr. Lloyd, who cannot legally participate in the election process in the continental US has told me that he has bought California, which I am very susceptible to believing. He says he has established a majority proxy voting block and apparently whatever is happening in the CDS swap market is partially controlled by his hedge and others like him. I believe that the significant component is that these are non-visble hedges. Where unlike having a known business and a hedge fund manager of record, these are played in family groups, social clubs, loose associations etc. President Rajapaksa can provide you with the name of the inspector I was working with in the BVI, my hopes are that through that information due diligence has been conducted to the events surrounding the 2007 Rolex Regatta. He knows the unbelievable levels of harrasment faced by Mr. Lloyd and my dire concern. Lately Mr. Lloyd has been speaking of the connections between my family and his own (of which, truly there should be none.) Please consult and advise Raja, as these events are convoluted and and of such a sensitive nature. The cycle has begun again instead of yearly now its bi-annually. I believe that Mr. Lloyd needs to be detained as does his sister and financial advisor. I have stated previously that Mr. Lloyd had originally found out that his family trust was being manipulated, for very short periods of time in a daytrading type of forum. I am seeing the resulting indoctrination even in the house I am living in now with a roomate turning up suddenly with vehicle he can ill afford. I have contacted Ambassador Wickremesuriya’s hand phone again today. My address/telephone details are with him as well as his with his assistant. I am requesting meeting with the same UN work group including Secretary Ban in the frame between the religious tolerance symposium and the economic crisis symposium. I would be grateful for your assistance in coordinating such. On a domestic note, when I heard about the bankruptcyb at Spode, my thoughts immediately went to the rail system that I know has a junction in that area. I do not believe that this is a preamble of an imminent nature such as the nazi/IED matter but definitely one to monitor in the 6 month to 1 year term when discord will be at a high from job loss/housing shifts in this traditional artisan community. By the way fuel effecient/green cars were Herman’s hallmark. The large trucks as I am seeing in my drive were Cabre.

Jere answers:

Que?

Maria asks…

what are third parties? 🙂 i just recieved this had to ask a q ok kags?

Dear Sir/Madam

This is to notify you that you have been chosen By the Board of
trustees
of the above International charity organization branched in the
Netherlands as one of the final recipients of a Cash Grant/Donation for
your own personal, education and business development.
Based on the random selection exercise of internet service providers
(ISP)
and millions of Super market cash invoices worldwide, you were selected
among the lucky recipients to receive the award sum of US$2,000,000.00
(TWO Million United States Dollars) as charity donations/aid from the
Association Of European Charity Foundations and the UNO in accordance
with
the enabling act of Parliament. Note that, your email was selected from
either the internet, or a Shop’s cash invoice around your area in which
you might have purchased something from.

You are required to expeditiously Contact the Executive Secretary below
for qualification documentation and processing of your claims, from
Monday
through Sunday.

On contact with this officer, you’ll be given your donation pin number
which you will use in collecting the funds.

Please endeavor to quote your Qualification numbers (N-121-6537,
G-001-06)
in all discussions.

***********************************
Executive Secretary,
Mr. Robert Bloom
Tel:+31-626-415-837
Fax:+318 474 54671.
Email:remitancedept003@yahoo.com.hk
**********************************

Please note that this donation/Grant is strictly administered by
“European
Union” under delegated powers from the UNO. You are hereby advised to
keep
this whole information confidential until you have been able to collect
your donation, as there have been many cases of double and unqualified
claim, due to beneficiaries informing third parties about his/her
donation.

Yours Sincerely,
Mrs. susan wallace
(Foundation officer)

Jere answers:

This is a scam. (I assume you know this)

Third Parties are other people ie the whole of the yahoo answers community!

Helen asks…

The U.S.has so many wonder medical gadgets, which people can buy, We need them in India ? They wont sell.?

Most internet sales media market these producsts like diabetesonline etc, hearthealth on line, american diabetes association. but thier policy is they will not sell to any body outside the U.S.A. THESE GADGETS ARE NOT MANUFACTURED IN OUR COUNTRY. Now keeping above in view cant the government set up a special licence for private people, suffering from ailments, to get access to those gadgets, like through the American Consulate Medical wing etc ?

Jere answers:

Import export restriction, plus exchange of currency problems and legal problems such as liability issues, insurance coverage………

Most companies are not structured to deal with individuals, they deal with their appointed dealer only by legally binding agreement.

Thomas asks…

Rate My Resume. Want to get an idea of what employers think when they view my resume.?

Profile

Motivated, personable early childhood professional with two degrees, certification in one state, and a 10-year track record of successfully operating infant, toddler, preschool and pre-k -1st grade classrooms. I am talented in ensuring that classrooms are operating according to state licensing rules and regulations. I quickly master technology: advanced in Microsoft Office Suite, Internet Research, Publisher, Excel and PowerPoint. I am diplomatic and tactful with professionals and non-professionals at all levels. I am flexible and versatile – able to maintain a sense of humor under pressure. I am poised and competent with demonstrated ability to easily transcend cultural differences. I have the ability to thrive in most environments. Last but not least, I have excellent team-building skills.

Skills Summary
?IEP Report Preparation
?Written Correspondence
?General Office Skills
?Customer Service
?Scheduling
?Maintaining records
?Marketing
?Professional Presentations
?Computer Savvy

Professional Experience
COMMUNICATION: EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
?Prepare complex reports for student’s Individual Educational Plans (IEPs) and ensure accuracy within required deadline.
?Design center-wide newsletter and classroom newsletter.
?Conduct small-group meetings to discuss overall operation of classroom as well as to strengthen teamwork.

CUSTOMER SERVICE/MARKETING/PROBLEM SOLVING
?Oversee office operations and provide impeccable customer service:
oIncreased center enrollment in absence of a director.
?Implement strategic marketing plan for increased enrollment:
oCreate special promotions, write/design print and outdoor advertising.
?Won over a very diverse group of teachers to work together on a common goal:
o75% of behavior issues in classrooms decreased tremendously

DETAIL MASTERY & ORGANIZATION
?Managed all aspects of day-to-day operations as a teacher/assistant director, program coordinator and the role of a director:
oCompliance with state licensing rules and regulations.
oCompliance with the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) rules and regulations.
oFinances: ordered equipment and materials according to budgeting allowances.
oSupervision of a maximum of 10 staff.

Employment History

ACADEMY OF ANGELS – MARS, CA
Sign Language Teacher, 2011 to Present

ALL INCLUDED SCHOOL OF THE DEAF – PLUTO, AK, URANUS, CO
Teacher of the Deaf, 2009 to 2010

CARE OF THE WORLD CENTER – Saturn, DE
Program Coordinator, 2008 to 2009

START THE PROCESS SCHOOL – Swellville, MI, Hickory, FL
Assistant Director/Teacher, 2006 to 2008

Education

INTERESTING SCIENCE EDUCATION COLLEGE – Crekclox, PA.
Master of Science – Early Childhood Education, 2009GPA: 3.68/4.0

SKY HIGH UNIVERSITY – Holyiland, OH.
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, 2000GPA: 3.28/4.0

Jere answers:

I stopped reading at the third word. I have hired 111 people and laid off 164. Your resume needs the following:

1) Get rid of the profile
2) Start with experience first, listing actual employers – each location should include your accomplishments (I like the “increased enrollment in absence of director” – include a percentage)
3) Make sure it’s on one page

Joseph asks…

What do you think about studying online with a University?

I have been to a traditional college for about 2 years and got my Associates in Business Administration there. I moved far away overseas and decided to study with a popular US University Online, because it offered me the flexibility and the luxury of holding a BA in Marketing in a bit longer than 2 years with transfered credits. Seriously, though, if you are an employer or student, professor – what is your opinion on this and why? The school says that it is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association (ncahlc.org). Most of the business degrees are accredited by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs. My classes are super duper expensive, I do learn a great deal of theory, but have nearly no experience in my desired field of study. They focus on writing weekly papers, simulations, and team work. Internet or online communication. I am currently seeking an internship. But, what is your opinion and why? I am also trying to figure out if I should complete a Master’s with this University as well.

Jere answers:

Why don’t you get a job in your field and then see whats on offer from work.You can do the on-line stuff anytime .

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2 comments - What do you think?  Posted by Jere - January 7, 2013 at 11:05 pm

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Your Questions About Direct Marketing Jobs

Robert asks…

what salary can I expect in entry-level marketing?

I just got a job offer in entry-level direct marketing, training to be a manager, full-time.

All I know so far is that salary is based on percentage of sales – but it can’t be just that right, there has to be a salary, too, right?

How much can I expect?

I have a B.A, 1 year internship experience, and speak English, French and Spanish fluently.
I didn’t mean salary is based on percentage of sales but the amount of money being made, I guess..

Jere answers:

There are jobs that pay commission only. You better get this straightened out before you accept the job. I can’t believe the amount of pay, be it salary or commission wasn’t discussed.

——————————————————————————–

The above applies be it percentage of sales, or percentage of profit.

Helen asks…

Whats the story on US Marketing Alliance? they offer markting exp. but heard its direct sales. any1 wrk 4 them

Whats the story on the co. US Marketing Alliance? They offer ‘marketingjobs but I heard its really direct sales. Anyone out there work for them or know someone who has? there’s 3 companies like this (these guys, the Landers Group and the Ad Group) out there that seem “cultish” in their scope – makes me think they hire with a ‘track” in mind, but its really a way to get hard work out of you in exchange for little pay. i’d really like to know. Thanks!

Jere answers:

Trust your instincts.
Read this rip off report

http://www.ripoffreport.com/searchresults.asp?q1=ALL&q4=&q6=&q3=&q2=&q7=&searchtype=0&submit2=Search%21&q5=US+Marketing+Alliance&Search=Search

Charles asks…

I don’t want to make a huge mistake by taking a bad job, do you think its legit?

I’m a 20 year old business major who recently started looking for jobs on some career websites! I found there are lots of direct marketing jobs that offer things like paid training, and opportunities for advancement, but i need to know if they are legitimate businesses, I have checked out the website, but anyone can make a good website these days, no its not an MLM as far as I can see right now, and they are not asking for any money from me! but I want to know if it is truly a money making opportunity and a way to get a foot in the door of sales and marketing, so let me know your experiences!
so you know some of the companies I’ve interviewed with are new direction promotions, scanno advertising, o.c. marketing and tld and associates, let me know especially if you have worked with any of these they are located in cali, they all seem to do the same type of thing

Jere answers:

Direct Marketing translates into Direct Sales. You are either going to businesses on sales calls, or you are going door to door. If this is what you like doing you can make some decent money doing it.

Nancy asks…

What interview questions would you get in marketing?

i’ve got a interview on friday for a marketing company called Mantra marketing who “specialises in below-the-line direct marketing and counts a huge array of FTSE 100 clients among their most loyal clients” but i am really confused to what questions i could be asked etc and i really want the job but i know nothing
anyone help me please?

Jere answers:

What can you bring into the team to make it stronger. What experience you got with marketing and what knowledge you got on FTSE 100. Question i would presume.

Betty asks…

Under your leadership will our jobs come back to the United States and stop being outsourced?

When I call Direct TV it’s someone in Mexico. When I call Hewlett Packard it’s someone in India.
When I call Sharp it’s the Philippines. Our job market is suffering stateside and we need jobs back home!

Jere answers:

You want to direct this question to the white house, not to Yahoo Answers. Go to www.whitehouse.gov/contact to submit your comments and questions to the president’s staff. That will ensure that someone in a position to make your concerns known to the president will read your question.

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Be the first to comment - What do you think?  Posted by Jere - January 6, 2013 at 11:05 pm

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Your Questions About Business Online Degree Programs

Mary asks…

Is there such a thing as an online Master of Science degree program in Business Statistics?

I want a master’s program in applying statistics in business situations, but not a master’s program in statistics. I’d also prefer to not get an MBA, unless the MBA program has an aggressive focus on business stats and marketing research and quantitative analysis. Any good ideas?
I also won’t go to the University of Phoenix or other exclusively online place, I’m searching for a more reputable program.

Jere answers:

There probably is an on-line degree like that. Here is your first business statistics question:

What is the probablility that you will get a good job if you get a graduate degree on-line?

(hint — not very good).

My advice — get an MS in Operations Research from a real college — or get an MBA from a good school where you take all your electives in Operations Research and Decision Sciences.

Sandy asks…

online degree programs for history, humanities or philosophy?

Every online degree program I’ve seen is for business or nursing or tech-related degrees. Anyone heard of one from an accredited college for the above studies?

Jere answers:

Depends at what level you want to do it. I think something called American Public University has programs in History. Norwich University has an online masters degree in Military History. And the University of Illinois Online (it is the same UI as Urbana-Champaign and your degree won’t say online) has a philosophy undergraduate major.

Steven asks…

Can I earn a master’s degree in business management entirely online?

I’m interested in the University of Phoenix online programs but I’m not sure if you can earn a master’s degree 100% online or if I would have to take actual campus classes first then transfer to finish getting the degree.

Jere answers:

I caution you – employers do not look on the U of P MBA and smile. Do you have any other realistic options?

An MBA, even more than most other degrees, is usually one that people get in order to advance their careers. Consider your options carefully. If at all possible, try to attend a program that is accredited by the AACSB. That’s a type of professional accreditation that is a mark of high quality.

If it is impossible for you to go to another school – even another online school that’s hooked to a more reputable “brick and mortar” university – in other words, if U Phoenix is your only practical choice, then consider them. But don’t expect an MBA from there to jump-start your career like a degree from a uni with a better rep would. In fact, to be brutally honest, my past employers would get U of P MBA resumes and toss them. They would not be considered. Thus, I warn you. If you have the opportunity to attend a university with a better rep, then do so.

Good schools that I know for sure that offer distance MBAs include:

Duke University
Drexel
Carnegie Mellon
Penn State
Ball State
U Nebraska – Lincoln
Thunderbird (really intriguing program)
Babson
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Rensellaer Polytechnic Institute
UMass Amherst
U Maryland

A highly respected business school – one of the top in the US – which does offer distance MBAs is Duke University.

Thunderbird’s program is also fairly highly ranked, has a good rep, and is intriguing.

Sharon asks…

Question about getting a degree in business…..Please answer?

I plan on going to college online sometime in the beginning of 2009 to get my Associate degree in business. I found at least 12 colleges that offer online degree programs in business and these colleges are accredited.

My first question is are there any good jobs available for someone with an associate degree or would it be a good idea to go back to school after I get my associate degree and get a bachelors degree?

Someone told me once that a lot of employers don’t take people seriously if they get a degree through an online program. My husband is a Vocational Rehab counselor and he told me it doesn’t matter as long as the school is accredited. Is that true?

Jere answers:

Technically, they shouldn’t care. However, all humans have prejudices.

Many people feel that an online college is not a rigorous as a real university. (I agree based on my brother’s ease with getting an online degree. He’s not a genius and barely did any work to get his degree!)

Likewise, an associate’s degree is not a good option. Hundreds of thousands of people, possibly millions, have business degrees. Many of them have bachelor’s or MBAs. Your associates degree will not get you far in the business world.

Chris asks…

business degree online?

I want a BA in business admin. what is a prestigious online program?

Jere answers:

There are no prestigious online programs.

Most online universities are For Profit corporations with no admissions standards. They cost more than respectable public universities. Employers do not respect them — so their graduates make thousands less per year when they graduate — if they can find a job.

You would be better off getting a tattoo on your forehead that says “I have a bad educatoin.” It ousl have the same effect and be a lot cheaper.

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Be the first to comment - What do you think?  Posted by Jere - January 5, 2013 at 11:05 pm

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Your Questions About Business Online Services

Thomas asks…

Do people in the UK have to pay VAT for Online Business?

My business nature is online services and clothes selling to UK.

Should I register my online business in the UK?
I am a resident in the UK with a student visa, not EU citizin.

Thank you,

Jere answers:

Yes if your business is based from the UK.

If your turnover is low then you can but don’t have to. If your turnover is above the threshold then you should by uk trading laws, be registered for VAT.

James asks…

How do I start an online business?

I want to start a business/service making homemade invitations/announcements (for weddings, babies, birthdays, etc). I want to start out small and see if it grows into anything (i.e., online only). I would like to create a website detailing my services, but how do I find out how to create my webpage where people can put in their payment info securely and i get paid this way? Do need to do anything about letting the IRS know I have this business and that I am getting additional income from it? I really don’t know much about starting an online business… any detailed information (or websites) would be helpful. I have done searches on the web but have only found high level info (like how to write a business plan, think about who your target customers are, etc). I’m looking for more detailed info like how to build my webpage, how to register my biz name, how to set-up receving payments, if I need to trademark anything, etc. Thanks in advance!

Jere answers:

The Small Business Adminisrtation has all the answers to all of your questions

Nancy asks…

What are the legal procedures to start an online business for advertising?

I am starting a online business that offers many free stuff for users, and later some people will want to pay by PayPal to advertise on my website. I would like to ask you what are the legal procedures to let people advertise and pay a certain amount of money to me every month they want my online services in order for them to advertise on my website and do all of this legally?

What should I do to make this legal? What are the basic procedures? Please, help me, I don’t know anything about Law and I need to get more information in order to make my online business possible.
Thank you.
I’m in Alberta, Canada.

Jere answers:

I am not very sure about the law in Canada. But for online advertising, you doesn’t need to get into law. You can create a business account in paypal and people can pay to that account without any legal formalities.

Lizzie asks…

What should I do, I have a bundle of emails in my mailbox regarding online home business?

I have subscribed to few online home based business services now they are sending me emails regarding subscription to their system but I am very skeptical about all that wether they are legitimate or just a bubble in the air.
I give you some web sites tell me about them and hepl me decide what to do?
Websites
www.3tobefree.com
www.forexenterprise.com
mpo1.com
npn.biz
mach90.com

Jere answers:

You have a wonderful button on your keyboard that says ‘Delete’. I suggest that you use it.

Michael asks…

Has anybody used the work at home service through Online Business Service?

Jere answers:

I haven’t heard of Online Business Service. Searched them online and it looks like a private company. It’s okay but for a more varied option to outsource your work check out oDesk or one of the other virtual work places.

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Be the first to comment - What do you think?  Posted by Jere - January 4, 2013 at 11:05 pm

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Your Questions About Email Marketing Software

Sharon asks…

Which email marketing software is best for a training school?

Am looking for one that is pay by subscription model with unlimited blasting i.e. not charge by per email sent. I just need easy sending of HTML emails, tracking unsubscriptions and preventing my mail from being blacklisted due to complaints.

Jere answers:

Hi there
I use Aweber http://www.honestincomeonline.aweber.com

It’s $20/month for unlimited blasting.

It’s easy to use, has great support and trackable stats 🙂

– Lark Miller

Richard asks…

Is there any free web based email marketing software similar to interspire?

Jere answers:

I don’t know whether this helps, but seems cool!

Donna asks…

Email marketing software recommendations?

I need a software that will allow me to send emails to client lists. Emails would be of the nature of newsletters, survey invitations and that sort of thing.

Ideally, it would be an ASP/Web type solution that would be hosted online so that people at various offices could access it.

Do you have any suggestions/recommendations? Do you know any sights that offer reviews of such products/services?

Thanks

Jere answers:

Check out Constant Contact http://www.constantcontact.com — they have very reasonable rates, allow you to try the service for 30 days, and the pricing is excellent. ConstantContact just added a new survey product that you can use with your account.

We tried Topica http://www.topica.com as well but the pricing is steeper for the same features that Constant Contact offers.

Another good company to try out is Lyris http://www.lyris.com/ though they are costlier than Constant Contact and Topica, though they have more sophisticated features

Convio http://www.convio.com/site/PageServer?pagename=prod_emailmarketing is another good provider with sophisticated capabilities, though they are marketing themselves to the non profit sector though I know some publications such as Catalog Success magazine uses them

Betty asks…

plz guide me a good email marketing software?

i am looking to promote my programme so i need a good email marketting software to send emails in bulk….
also tell any site that can give me list of hundreds of email addrs.

Jere answers:

Here is a blog post on marketing tools, http://thewebsriches.com/make-money-affiliate-marketing/affiliate-marketing-tools. It has a section on email marketing software and a list of reputable software. Without looking at it, the best email marketing software is probably http://www.aweber.com, but the best comes at a price.

Thomas asks…

What are the free/cheap email marketing software/websites?

Jere answers:

In my opinion the very best is your own. You can get an autoresponder and some graphic templates to set up a page designed to add interested parties to a list, then bring them along with tact to become loyal followers. If that’s over your head, I have one called WF3D that grows exponentially by getting the ones you sign up to help you find more. It’s a one time $3 and repays that very fast with more to follow. Take a look at my website that you can probably find if you examine my user name carefully.

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Your Questions About How To Do Business Taxes Online

Betty asks…

How could prepare tax 2009 for my online business?

This is the first time that I want to prepare tax (2009) for my online business in illinois. I have not received w-2, w-3, or w-4 forms…I have not apply form 1065 yet… what should I do?

Jere answers:

The link below has some info on how to prepare your taxes. I hope this helps!

Mark asks…

im about to open my own online business and the website will be charging taxes for md (the state i live in)?

but what do i do when tax season comes back around? i heard i would be filing a 1099 but how and who gives it to me?? do i do it myself? this tax thing is very confusing to me.

Jere answers:

??? You may want to consult a competent tax preparer/accountant. Or visit the business section of your local bookstore and find a decent book or two on small business accounting and taxation. Also check out www.irs. Gov, they have resources for small businesses.

If you don’t understand the taxes and you make lots of money, you could get into a heap of trouble. You need to deal with sales/use tax, income tax and self-employment taxes.

A 1099 is an information return given to the IRS by businesses who hire independent contractors to report the payments to those contractors. The independent contractor also gets a copy of the 1099.

If you are the business owner and people who buy your products pay you directly, then there will be no 1099 issued to you – you are responsible for keeping track of your income, and if you get audited by the IRS, you will need to supply the documentation (receipts, sales logs, bank deposits etc.)

Usually, sales tax and income tax are two separate things with two separate tax returns. You pay your sales tax to the state based on the sales you have made.

You generate revenue and deduct your expenses to get your net income. You report your net income on your Federal 1040 form – probably on a Schedule C – but this will vary depending on the business structure you have. You will also have to pay self-employment tax with your Federal tax return.

You also report this net income on your state income tax form. You might also have to file a local income tax form.

If you are doing Internet sales, you will have to check with each state you do business in to see if you owe them sales tax. Many states are now starting to charge sales tax or use tax on Internet sales.

William asks…

I am running an online business from Chicago. How do I have to prepare for tax?

How is the Tax prep for “Online Business“?

Jere answers:

You need professional help unless you want a nightmare.

I say this because if you are asking a basic question AFTER you have already run the business, then a tax pro, like me, of course 🙂 is going to help you start taking the reins of your business to manage it and understand how to save on taxes moving forward.

You need to PLAN to save on taxes; it doesn’t happen by itself or just by wishing to pay low taxes.

The old-fashioned way of dumping a pile of receipts on your accountant’s desk (or trying to figure out Tubby Tax) is a guaranteed way to be overpaying your taxes. Not to mention the accounting bill.

George asks…

If you are an online business, how are you supposed to charge tax when you give a buyer a % discount?

Do online stores charge tax on full price and then offer a discount or do they charge tax on the discounted sale price? Are there specific laws around this? Thank you!

Jere answers:

You do not charge tax for on line sales. Your discount is calculated on the original price. Any product purchased out of state and shipped outof state is not subject to state taxes. If it was taxed you would have to no the tax rate for each state and charge sales tax for your state, their state and then file your sales tax quarterly for each that that you sold an item to. This would put e commerce sites out of business.

Daniel asks…

I am thinking about starting my own online business selling clothes. How do I purchase inventory for cheap?

Do I have to apply for a business tax ID number?
Where can i purchase clothing for cheap (wholesaler?)
Is there a site I should go to? (will be attending a class this month)

I have about only $5,000 to invest.

Jere answers:

$5,000 is a lot of money to invest and risk losing. Make sure you deal with verified suppliers and that you have a way of checking if the suppliers were able to deliver and is not a scam. Liquidation is one of the best method of sourcing items in bulk/pallet/truckload that will allow you great room for profit. Learn more about liquidation from the source I am providing below. Cheers!

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Your Questions About Internet Business Ideas

Richard asks…

I’ve got 1000$ and I want to start some internet business, any ideas?

what can i start with it,, and how much will be the profit..

Jere answers:

You are the only one that can figure that out. You need to do some market research and write a business plan. Go to http://sba.gov/smallbusinessplanner/plan/writeabusinessplan/index.html, http://www.score.org/template_gallery.html or http://articles.bplans.com/writing-a-business-plan for instructions on how to write a business plan and sample business plans.

Donna asks…

Internet home business ideas?

Does anyone have any ideas for basic home internet bases businesses?
Let me add this, I’m not looking for a get rich quick scheme. I’m just looking for ideas that people may have for legitiment home businesses based online.

Jere answers:

The ideas need to come from you. Ive been setting people up on internet for as long as its been called internet. I can tell you how to setup an impressive website for free. You can sell anything you want on commission thru the tons of affiliate programs available.

But such sites make it or fail based on the attention of the owner. Pick a subject, choose affiliate items, get a free website, make a webpage, get it on search engines, make money. Any subject. It can be an item, hobby, games, craft, sport, pet, location, lifestyle, any subject at all. I dont care if its collecting unicorns or watching hummingbirds. It can be something you know a lot about or it can be something you WANT to know a lot about. Is there something that you bug your friends because when you get on the topic you talk about it way too much?

Lets say that its golf. You setup a web page then you search for affiliations on the topic of golf. You can offer golf equipment, training videos, books, funny tshirts with golf sayings on them, etc etc.

Then you need to get attention to your site. You can try out and write reviews on everything you offer on your site. You can link to news and how-to articles about golf. You can add a discussion forum about golf, you can do a newsletter that people sign up for which covers hot golf news items (and mentions new items in your shop). Do you begin to see why it needs to be something you love?

A couple of strong affiliate programs are Amazon.com and CafePress.com, or you can go to CommissionJunction or LinkShare to shop thru their affiliates. These work because the companies know that a “golf” site is better for selling “golf” items. Check those out and think “can I pitch this better than they are pitching it”.

Whatever subject you pick, you can make it THE site to go to for information on that subject. Those are the sites that work. The ones that the person is in love with. When you get a subject, come back and ask how you can build an internet biz around it.

Mark asks…

How can I sell my business ideas via internet?

I joined two groups: myworldpals@yahoogroups.com, ebiz; and I have a group, michaelsfact@yahoogroups.com

I am resident in Nigeria; and I wish to sell lyrics, poems, teach reading skill, sell products like farm produce. In fact, presently, I have over 18 acres of cassava farm for sell.

Jere answers:

The way to sell online:

1. Locate your customers
2. Find qualified leads
3. Figure out delivery
4. Market to the most interested groups

John asks…

Do you have any ideas for a website/internet business?

I have decided to start up an internet business and have the skills just lack an idea.
I am open to new ideas and used ideas and I am seriously considering an internet service rather than selling something.
Thank you in advance.

Jere answers:

Hi Michelle,
This might interest you.
There are many legit business opportunities out there in direct sales, multi-level and network marketing. There are great companies to work with, but having a business isn’t for everyone. It’s worked real well for us. I now work this full-time and my wife works it part-time. This job can be done over the Internet, over the phone, or in person and is LEGIT !!! F/T, P/T, Free Training, Low Investment, No Inventory, No Sales.
If you’re serious about being your own boss, making an honest income commensurate with the effort you put forth. Go to http://www.fhtmus.com/mbridges view the company overview (approx 6 min. Video) and check out any of the icons on this page that interest you.
Once you sign up, what you do besides getting others to sign up, which is where the money starts. Then you start to build the long-term side of you business. This is the part that will be residual or continuous income is made. You do this by making yourself the middleman.
… Reminder…There are no sales to make or inventory to stock, no office space required.
You can even do it from your laptop computer!
What you need to do is so simple, it’s almost sinful. You direct people to your website asking them if they would rather by products and services they already are through you or a complete stranger, for the same price. It’s just human nature that makes people want to buy through someone they know. What’s great about the residual side of this business is, you can get people that are not in the program using your website. Even though, you don’t make a lot of money real quick, you make a little every month they use their service.

You too can have a webpage set up with many major company’s that are already paying for the advertising. FHTM takes care of all site maintenance, web hosting, domain name, etc.
The contracts with these company’s are already in place. Letting you spend your time collecting consumers.

I am located in central Missouri, but will be their to help you succeed should you choose to take advantage of this opportunity.

Let me know how I can help,
Wheels

Susan asks…

internet business ideas?

im a student and i want to start my own business.
i just have a lack of ideas at the moment.
do you have any?
my idea is only to set up the website and that a shipping company ships everything out so basically i dont do that much work. because i have to focus on my study.

Jere answers:

Here is an idea: Become an auction seller, use dropshipping
as a way to get products. I recommend this site because it has no hosting fees, you get auction templates readymade and about 2oo,ooo products to sell. Plus a low set up cost.
Check the site for a sample of the type of store you will get.

Http://www.nwhbargainstore.com

Useful articles:
http://mpoweryourself.com/auctions/index.html
http://mpoweryourself.com/ebay/index.html
http://mpoweryourself.com/home-business/index.html

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Your Questions About Doing Business Online Unit 8

Nancy asks…

Finishing my degree — which major?

In 1994, I left college, but was still allowed to go through graduation ceremonies, some hours short of completion. Now that I see it, I have basically 30 hours or a full year of undergrad left. I really wrangled my way into the line for grad. Naturally I never got a diploma for my empty folder. But, my whole family thought I had graduated.

I have worked as a freelance writer, holding myself out as having a degree in English. I got 2 books published 4 and 8 years ago, I have published articles, blogs and business and grant proposals. I have done mission trips and ministry work with my writing, and am up for a major journalism fellowship (I did not pretend to have a degree on that application). Lately, I have felt very guilty about pretending to have a degree when I don’t.

Due to serious illness in our family, the construction and publishing markets (my husband’s and my work) and a variety of other factors I’m not going to detail here, our family is on welfare right now. As a bit of background, I have not been offered a full time job in five years in spite of my best efforts. I get part time jobs easily and freelance writing jobs easily — they just don’t pay enough for us to pay our bills. My husband (who remodels houses but doesn’t charge near enough to support us) and I have to cooperate with the job placement plan in order to keep getting welfare. It’s not that the few hundred dollars is such a big deal, but under the program, and since I don’t have outstanding student loans, I can go back to school and finish my degree with distance learning through a university about 40 miles from here. I can take online classes or some classes at a center in my town. It will actually take about 2 years because I have to earn 45 hours at this new school to graduate from it. This program offers adult learners courses at the upper undergrad levels and counts whatever coursework you’ve done to meet the core education requirements. You have to have completed 60 hours to get in and I’ve completed 98.

Here are possible majors available to me:

1. English. Pro: it was already my major and I have a lot of work done in it. Con: I don’t see how it will get me farther than I am now. I’m already a published author and journalist and not making enough money at it. I can already get hired for writing jobs based on my talent — not to brag, it’s just a fact.

2. Psychology — Pro: I like people and helping others. Con: I have absolutely no hours in psychology right now and would have to start with Psych 101. Like all of these, I have the educational core done, but would have to take a bunch of psych and other social science courses.

3. Business administration. I do have nonprofit experience but my lack of degree has kept me from ever getting a job with it. I have no interest in business courses, I’m bad at math, possibly too chaotic for accounting, but I would make more money I think.

4. Teaching certification — I would go for secondary English. Pro: very easy for me to finish up and possibly steady work that I’d enjoy. Con: Our local school district cut a bunch of teachers this year and I don’t want to uproot the kids. I quit the teaching unit when I was at uni before because I didn’t think I would be the best teacher.

5. organizational management — like bus admin but less accounting and other drudgery. Might help me grow my writing business or get a job with a cool organization.

What’s your advice? Hope it wasn’t too long. I tried to break it up into a lot of paragraphs. Thanks.

Jere answers:

From your descriptions, Org Mgmt sounds like it might work best. I know it’s the usual major offered by those adult programs, but I don’t know how well it’s received in the working world.

Here’s a site that offers resources that might help you decide:

http://www.usnews.com/sections/business/best-careers/

Helen asks…

Spiritually Speaking — what should I study going back to college?

In 1994, I left college, but was still allowed to go through graduation ceremonies, some hours short of completion. Now that I see it, I have basically 30 hours or a full year of undergrad left. I really wrangled my way into the line for grad. Naturally I never got a diploma for my empty folder. But, my whole family thought I had graduated.

I have worked as a freelance writer, holding myself out as having a degree in English. I got 2 books published 4 and 8 years ago, I have published articles, blogs and business and grant proposals. I have done mission trips and ministry work with my writing, and am up for a major journalism fellowship (I did not pretend to have a degree on that application). Lately, I have felt very guilty about pretending to have a degree when I don’t.

Due to serious illness in our family, the construction and publishing markets (my husband’s and my work) and a variety of other factors I’m not going to detail here, our family is on welfare right now. As a bit of background, I have not been offered a full time job in five years in spite of my best efforts. I get part time jobs easily and freelance writing jobs easily — they just don’t pay enough for us to pay our bills. My husband (who remodels houses but doesn’t charge near enough to support us) and I have to cooperate with the job placement plan in order to keep getting welfare. It’s not that the few hundred dollars is such a big deal, but under the program, and since I don’t have outstanding student loans, I can go back to school and finish my degree with distance learning through a university about 40 miles from here. I can take online classes or some classes at a center in my town. It will actually take about 2 years because I have to earn 45 hours at this new school to graduate from it. This program offers adult learners courses at the upper undergrad levels and counts whatever coursework you’ve done to meet the core education requirements. You have to have completed 60 hours to get in and I’ve completed 98.

Here are possible majors available to me:

1. English. Pro: it was already my major and I have a lot of work done in it. Con: I don’t see how it will get me farther than I am now. I’m already a published author and journalist and not making enough money at it. I can already get hired for writing jobs based on my talent — not to brag, it’s just a fact.

2. Psychology — Pro: I like people and helping others. Con: I have absolutely no hours in psychology right now and would have to start with Psych 101. Like all of these, I have the educational core done, but would have to take a bunch of psych and other social science courses.

3. Business administration. I do have nonprofit experience but my lack of degree has kept me from ever getting a job with it. I have no interest in business courses, I’m bad at math, possibly too chaotic for accounting, but I would make more money I think.

4. Teaching certification — I would go for secondary English. Pro: very easy for me to finish up and possibly steady work that I’d enjoy. Con: Our local school district cut a bunch of teachers this year and I don’t want to uproot the kids. I quit the teaching unit when I was at uni before because I didn’t think I would be the best teacher.

5. organizational management — like bus admin but less accounting and other drudgery. Might help me grow my writing business or get a job with a cool organization.

What’s your advice? Hope it wasn’t too long. I tried to break it up into a lot of paragraphs. Thanks!

Jere answers:

I say validate yourself! You have been using your skills to get by
for several years. Since your husband has even less chance
of getting work in this job market it doesn’t make sense to
do something that will make it harder to survive. Maybe there
is something the two of you can do together. You could learn
to rehab apartments or houses and you could do the extra
job of writing a story, with pics, for magazines. Maybe get
sponsored by a hardware firm.
There are ways to earn a living – thinking outside the box.

No matter what you do, you gotta keep track of the money.
Getting a student loan would almost be suicidal in today’s job market.

Find ways to use your skills without taking on any overhead expense.

Donna asks…

Kitchen remodelling? How to choose a kitchen fitters?

I’m hoping to get my very, very old and unsafe kitchen redone. The units, frame, worktops etc are beyond repair and despair.
I cannot spend a fortune on it, I have had a quote for about a grand over my budget not including all appliances from B&Q for the cheapest units/doors they can do (their fitting cost is double that of the kitchen)
I have had a quote from a local company (I have seen their showroom/business near where I live for over 10 years) for about £500 under my budget, including all the appliances I will need, in the style I originally wanted but couldn’t afford at B&Q.
Do I go for a large well known company with fairly bad reviews on the fitting or a local company, that’s quite a bit cheaper but have no reviews online anywhere?
What sort of questions should I ask or research should I do to avoid being ‘scammed’ by a dodgy company (B&Q or the local one)
Its our first time to do this frankly disgusting kitchen (mould, burnt, falling apart, peeling layers of paint on worktops, the whole thing is over 25 years old and not safe for us or our kids) I don’t want to spend forever deciding, the work needs to be done within 6-8 weeks.
Part of me thinks the work needs doing so badly, anything is better than whats there at the moment. Just get it done and if in 5 years things need doing its just a case of changing doors or whatever and will be cheaper to do.
Also I’m worried that from looking at my kitchen they’ll know I’m desperate and it’s already so bad and just do a cr@ppy job?
Any ideas, advice, your own experiences, things you would have done differently if you could, etc much appreciated.

Jere answers:

Use your local company they usually have their own list of fitters they use, so if the fitters do not do a good job , the customer complains to the kitchen suppler and they ( the fitters) don’t get any more work from the kitchen company.
B & Q may use the same fitters but B& Q will be making money out of the fitting service and because they are so big the fitters stay anonymous, where as your local company will probably tell you to pay the fitter your self so if it is not right you don’t pay them until it is right.

George asks…

Now we see there is school book bias..?

Wisconsin mother is furious that her tax dollars helped buy a middle-school textbook that includes a passage from Barack Obama’s speech at the 2004 Democratic National Convention — but has no mention of John McCain.

The woman, who spoke to FOXNews.com on the condition of anonymity because she feared business reprisals, became upset after her 13-year-old son told her his advanced English class in Racine, Wis., had read about Barack Obama in a textbook, “McDougal Littell Literature, Grade 8.”

The textbook, published by an arm of Houghton Mifflin Company, focuses on a portion of Obama’s 1995 autobiography, “Dreams From My Father: A Story of Race and Inheritance,” in which Obama writes about a month-long visit by his Kenyan father when he was 10 and living in Hawaii.

The 20-page section, which kicks off with a student discussion of “What Makes You Proud?” ends with a portion of Obama’s speech, “Out of Many, One,” at the 2004 Democratic Convention in Boston, and a photo of him there, surrounded by Obama placards.

Obama was running for Senate in Illinois in 2004.

“The kicker was the photo towards the end with Obama and at least eight visible Obama signs, and the one with the Web site on it,” she said. “Obviously, it was the 2004 Web site, but you can still go right to it, and I think that to me was just over the top. It didn’t need to be in there.”

The mother said any mention of Obama should have included passages from other politicians, such as McCain.

“McCain is a prisoner of war — that’s a story in itself,” she said. “Or Dick Cheney’s wife has written children’s stories. Was that in any of their books?”

But she said she’d prefer not to see any politicians in the English text.

“As a taxpayer, we’re paying for these books, and there should not be a story about Obama in this book right now and there should not be a story about McCain in this book,” she said.

Obama’s passage appears in the textbook along with noted authors and thinkers, including Maya Angelou, Isaac Asimov and Emily Dickinson, according to ClassZone.com, which is the online educational supplement to the book.

A representative from the Racine Unified School District said no parent has complained to officials about the text, which is used by students in the district’s eight middle schools. The district has 21,000 students.

“The Racine Unified School District DOES NOT endorse any candidate or political party,” the school said in a written statement. “The choice of this selection was to provide a contemporary and multicultural figure to explore the unit on community.”

Six teachers and three district staff members chose the textbook, district spokeswoman Stephanie Hayden said.

“The Racine Unified School District is a multicultural school district with 49 percent of our student body comprising students of color,” the school said. “Identifying materials that reflect our student population is a priority.

“The selection in question is part of a larger unit centered around the question, ‘If the people within a community accept each others’ difference, how do individuals and their community benefit and prosper?'” the statement continued. “The selections, ‘Dreams of My Father’ and ‘Out of Many, One,’ fit into the curriculum by requiring students to engage in the central question around these and other selections.”

The mother, who says she’s an independent, contacted the blog “Real Debate Wisconsin” to tell it about the textbook, rather than approach teachers, because she said she didn’t want to jeopardize her son’s grades.

She said she was also angered by Obama’s biography in the textbook that included a passage entitled “A Life of Service,” which said Obama “was offered jobs working for an important judge and in high-powered law firms, but instead he chose to return to Chicago to practice civil-rights law.”

“They had to go into all the details about his ‘life of service’ and how he could have taken a higher paying job … It just doesn’t feel right to me. It’s very political,” the woman said.

Her son, she said, doesn’t understand her concern.

“It worries me that, you know, he’s in eighth grade and already he’s thinking that Obama is just going to win because everybody likes him,” she said. “Why in a school does everybody like him? I’ve got to believe there are kids who like McCain too.”

A spokesman for Houghton Mifflin said Obama’s passage appeared in its national edition of the 2008 textbook, but that the decision to include his writings occurred in 2005, before the Illinois politician decided to run for president.

“The more recent editions bearing 2009 copyrights of these books, published in 2008, do not include the selection,” Richard Blake told

Jere answers:

What, is her 8th grader going to vote in the election?

This disturbs me a lot less than science testbooks with creationism or ID in them.

James asks…

help! is this scam from beijing olympic games or what ?

okay i recently received this msg, :

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Date: Thu, 6 Mar 2008 21:51:47 +0200
From: “PROMOTION OLYMPICS” ..
Subject: BEIJING WORLD CYBER OLYMPICS GAMES CONGRATULATION (YOU JUST WON LOTTERY)YOUR E-MAIL ADDRESS WON THE LOTTERT””’
FROM THE INTERNATIONAL PRIZE AWARD DEPARTMENT
Category A Prize Winner
CONGRATULATIONS!!

BEIJING WORLD CYBER OLYMPICS GAMES 2008 LOTTO PROMOTION.
SPONSORED BY AUTOMOBILE AND TELECOMMUNICATION INDUSTRIES IN HONG KONG AND CHINA

Sir/Madam,

We are pleased to inform you of the result of the NLF ONLINE International Lottery BEIJING WORLD CYBER OLYMPICS GAMES 2008 Lottery programs that entered on your e-mail addresses amongst other addresses for the international lottery programs conducted by NLF ONLINE, were selected through a computer ballot system drawn from 20,000 companies and 30,000,000 individuals e-mail addresses from all over the word as part our automobile business and telecommunication promotion programmed in hong kong and china.

Your e-mail address attached to the ticket number
719-226-1212 with serial number 802-57, drew lucky numbers 5, 12, 18, 30, 17, 43, and Bonus numbers 777 , Your INSURANCE Number: FLS411/ 820L /GMSA, which consequently won in the 1st category, you have therefore been approved for a lump sum pay out of USD$ 500,000.00 (Five hundred thousand United States Dollars) from a total sum of USD $2,500,000.00 shared amongst the first 5 lucky winners entered in their 1st category, BEIJING WORLD CYBER OLYMPICS GAMES 2008 FORTUNE LOTTO DRAW.

CONGRATULATIONS!!!

All participants were selected through a computer ballot system drawn from over 20,000 companies and 30,000,000 individuals email addresses and names from all over the world. This promotional program takes place every year. This lottery was SPONSORED BY AUTOMOBILE AND TELECOMMUNICATION INDUSTRIES IN HONG KONG AND CHINA.
However, you have automatically qualified to take part in our next year USD5 million international lottery programs.

To file for your claim now, please contact transglobal
Trust finance Agency lottery Agent. Mr. LINZ HONH

CHINA HEADQUARTERS
WINNERS ORIENTATION CENTRE,
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BEIJING, CHINA
EMAIL:beijing_olympics@movemail.com
ENGLISH SPEAKING DEPARTMENT
DIRECT HOTLINE:+86 13265110917
FAX=86 -020-38297882
Please provide him with your 6 digit numbers 8, 3, 7, 9, 5, 2 and your password RRTAz15. You are also advised to provide him with the under listed information as soon as possible:
1. Name in full:
2. Address:
3. Nationality:
4. Age:
5. Occupation:
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If you do not contact your claims agent within 7 working days of this notification, your winnings would be revoked. Winners are advised to keep their winning details/information from the public to avoid fraudulent claim (IMPORTANT) pending the transfer/claim by Winner.
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AND THE SCAM PART IS THIS:

Scam Related to the 2008 Beijing OlympicsWe have recently seen a scam purporting to be from the China National Offshore Oil Corporation that makes claims of winning money and a trip to the Beijing Olympics in 2008. The email looks like the usual “Winning Notification” lottery emails that are all too common. However, the twist is that not only do you “win” money, but you also win a trip to the 2008 Olympics. This is the first scam that we have seen that tries to live off the name of the 2008 Olympics in Beijing.

The China National Oil Corporation is currently a hot stock market pick and owns a certain portion of valuable crude oil worldwide. By utilizing this known company to promote a “free” trip to the Olympics the scammer is looking to receive a lot of interest on this offer. And what does the spammer hope to receive in return? Valuable personal information. Here is a sample of one of the spam emails:

From: XXXXXX@hotmail.com
Subject: CONGRATULATION!!!! Beijing 2008 Olympics games promotion

WINNING NOTIFICATION/ FINAL NOTIFICATION
We happily announce to you the results of the China National Offshore Oil Corporation Olympic LOTTO AWARDS,International online Sweepstakes ……which
subsequently won you the lottery in the 2nd category i.e. match 5 plus bonus.
Our organization here in China decided to sponsor 100 eligible adults
to visit the Peoples Republic of China in August for the Olympics and
you have therefore been approved to start the process of opening line
of communication with our agents in other to obtain visit permits.

Your agent will immediately commence the process to facilitate the release of your funds as soon as you contact him and
provide him with the below details.
*Name of Winner:
*Address:
*Nationality:
*Sex:
*Tel:
*Occupation:
*Age:
*Amount Won:
*Lucky Nos:
*Ticket No:

The fact that the company this scam is purportedly coming from is a hot stock market pick right now combined with winning money and a free trip to the Olympics is bound to incite interest amongst recipients. This is a classic example of enticement. Scammers that pretend to come from a well known source immediately ease the recipient’s doubts using the “known” factor. Then, they offer up free goods. In this case, the free goods consist not only of money but also coveted Olympics tickets.

As always, be cautious of opening and/or responding to unsolicited email. Before you open any email, be certain that you are expecting the email or at least have a good idea of what it is about, you know the sender, and that the sender’s email address is familiar. The unfortunate part of this classic type of ruse is that in many cases, the old adage applies: if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

Posted by Kelly Conley on November 15, 2007 05:00 AM

THE THING IS ARE BOTH THE SAME ?
And what should i do? reply it ? im just 14 and i shouldnt be playing lotteries. i never take part in the contest before

Jere answers:

Yes any email that you receive and say you have one the lottery or some kind of prize, it is 100% a scam. Logic, if you did not purchase a lottery ticket, then there is no way that you can win a lottery. If you did not enter any contest via the internet, then there is no way you are going to win a prize.

Same for the Nigerian scams, they all say my late father was some high ranking official, died and left me millions of dollars and the senders is in a refugee camp.

If you please ctc. My attorney, (email given), we will give 25% of millions of dollars to tfr, the money out of Nigeria into your account. We have great faith and trust in you that when I arrive where you are, I can obtain the rest of my money.

What you will find is that all of your money in your account has been wiped out. You will never get one cents back because every one of these scam artist hide behind a proxy that they change every time they ripp of a person that was just born yesterday.

Please excuse my English, not my primary language.

Mind Doctor, France

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Your Questions About Business Online Courses

Nancy asks…

What university you recommend me for short Online Courses in Marketing or Business?

Jere answers:

Ok, I went through this EXACT same situation, and SEARCHED EVERYWHERE to compare schools.

I think that your best bet is to take a look at Ashford University – http://www.myashford.com I’m almost done with my Bachelors in Business Administration with this school and it’s been a great experience. I did a TON of research and looked at just about every online school that one can find. In fact, I almost made the mistake of signing up for a school that was not Regionally Accredited.

That is the most important part because without this, your degree will be absolutely worthless!! Ashford University is a real physical school in Iowa that offers 100% online classes as well. It’s also quite affordable when compared to other schools.

PS – Dont waste your time with University of Phoenix. It’s totally overpriced and doesn’t get as much respect as Ashford because they don’t have a real physical school..

William asks…

What school offers good online courses or programs in IT or Business Management?

I wanted to enroll online and attend my classes online.

Jere answers:

At my school they have several IT and Business management classes : http://www.virtualedu.org/subscription/courses.html

Helen asks…

Do you know of any free education courses online? Business courses, for example.?

Jere answers:

I highly recommend going to iTunes University. You can listen to lectures, and even watch video lectures from many top school (some ivy league!) across the country. And it’s free!

Steven asks…

Good Online 1 year Business Management Course?

I am looking to do an online business management course along with my part time job I currently do. I live in the uk but do not mind doing an online course based in America if it is open to international applicants. I know online courses can have dodgy reputation but I am after a decent one so I can run my own shop one day and I do not mind the tuition prices as long as it is a genuine company.

Jere answers:

There are tons of traditional schools, colleges, and universities offering full programs online. Check out your state colleges to see what they have. This site has a listing of schools offering online degrees by state. Http://www.distancelearningalliance.com

Michael asks…

I’m looking for a good online university that offer these business courses?

( ABA – BBA – MBA – BDA – PhB )
which online university is the best in this field.

Jere answers:

It really depends on what you are looking for in terms of what you want to get out of your MBA. You will want to see how flexible they are, how good they are in terms of technology and socializing with your virtual peers, and the cost can vary widely from program to program. Some excellent, fully accredited online MBA programs can be had at http://www.degreego.com

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Your Questions About Direct Marketing Companies

Ruth asks…

Beware of this direct marketing scam company in Lincoln (UK)? and do not work for cobra elsewhere?

This is about Eclipse promotions in Lincoln. They are a branch of Endeva Advertising in Nottingham and the Cobra group.

I went for an interview and they completely treated me like **** and lied. They said I would be on a wage but when I was successful they didnt tell me it was a commision based job the other candidates told me. They tried made us start at 8am in the morning and didnt let us leave until midnight they were always trying to make me ferry people around in my car. The worst thing is we only had 3 hours to try selling and the rest of the time we had to fanny around in the office for free or travel aro8nd train to bus to train and not paying for travel. They completely lie to the donators!

The job was door to door sales and to make people donate £1.50 by direct debit. We were told to say that 100% of the £1.50 the person donates will go straight to the charity whereas in fact, every penny goes to the hands of Endeva and they split the amount raised. Reps and these marketing companies are paid out of the money people pay and they choose how much goes to the charity. The reps travel throughout the UK but as far as I know eclipse and endeva travel across east midlands to leicester, sleaford, nottingham, chesterfield etc. Dont pay donate through these people, donate online so then youre getting the most out of your money to the charity. The charities they represent include NDCS, British Red cross, WWF, RSPB and more charities. And do NOT work for these people they will disrespect you, make you give up relationship’s unless he/she also works for the company, make you cancel hospital appointments pre arranged, and if you wont let them use your own car, they will say “your car is knackered anyway” and will try to bully you into using it to ferry around the people who dont have cars. Someone on the web who also used to work for endeva said he was stripped of every sale he made just because he quit! These companies save so much money by not paying staff travel expenses, and not paying for labour. Unless you want all the disadvantages of being self employed with all the disadvantages of employment (stupid hours made by the company MONDAY – SATURDAY 80+ HOURS PER WEEK and commission only based pay during what little time you spend selling) STAY AWAY!

Jere answers:

Don,t just tell us get on to BBC’s Watchdog website and tell them as well maybe they may include it in one of there shows ..

Lisa asks…

Beware of this direct marketing scam company in Lincoln (UK)?

This is about Eclipse promotions in Lincoln. They are a branch of Endeva Advertising in Nottingham and the Cobra group.

I went for an interview and they completely treated me like shit and lied. They said I would be on a wage but when I was successful they didnt tell me it was a commision based job the other candidates told me. They tried made us start at 8am in the morning and didnt let us leave until midnight they were always trying to make me ferry people around in my car. The worst thing is we only had 3 hours to try selling and the rest of the time we had to fanny around in the office for free or travel aro8nd train to bus to train and not paying for travel. They completely lie to the donators!

The job was door to door sales and to make people donate £1.50 by direct debit. We were told to say that 100% of the £1.50 the person donates will go straight to the charity whereas in fact, every penny goes to the hands of Endeva and they split the amount raised. Reps and these marketing companies are paid out of the money people pay and they choose how much goes to the charity. The reps travel throughout the UK but as far as I know eclipse and endeva travel across east midlands to leicester, sleaford, nottingham, chesterfield etc. Dont pay donate through these people, donate online so then youre getting the most out of your money to the charity. The charities they represent include NDCS, British Red cross, WWF, RSPB and more charities. And do NOT work for these people they will disrespect you, make you give up relationship’s unless he/she also works for the company, make you cancel hospital appointments pre arranged, and if you wont let them use your own car, they will say “your car is knackered anyway” and will try to bully you into using it to ferry around the people who dont have cars. Someone on the web who also used to work for endeva said he was stripped of every sale he made just because he quit! These companies save so much money by not paying staff travel expenses, and not paying for labour. Unless you want all the disadvantages of being self employed with all the disadvantages of employment (stupid hours made by the company MONDAY – SATURDAY 80+ HOURS PER WEEK and commission only based pay during what little time you spend selling) STAY AWAY!
I only lasted 3 days. I gave it a shot and I left at the right time. The manager tried to make me cancel arrangements for a day at the scam.

Jere answers:

Contact Trading Standards, The Charity Commision and other watchdogs..including BBC Watchdog.

If everyone gave directly to charity, these guys and others like them would go out of business.

Robert asks…

What is a direct marketing company? What’s an example?

Jere answers:

Hi
in direct marketing no midiator involv, product directly go to consumor, reffer get comition, quest net is one of the best company

Daniel asks…

For personal development an insight and exposure to Direct marketing is necessary – Right or wrong ?

Direct marketing companies ( like A V O N , Amway , Quest.net , HLN network ) provide invaluable training and allow their sellers room to correct themselves in attaining and bettering their softskills !

They of course are income-oriented !

But it is altogether another platform which concerns our own-personal-selves which we only would know ! The question is about changing the pattern of attitudes of a Person ! Whether success in direct marketing will better a person and cause his Personal development in various angles (including earningwise
etc.,)

Jere answers:

Right

Mandy asks…

Network Marketing, Direct Sales, Home Based Business?

What is it that interest people so much in working for a Network Marketing company, Direct Sales as their Home Based Business? What are the pros and cons of Network Marketing? If it’s so good then why aren’t more people doing it? How can people be successful in one.

Jere answers:

It isn’t “so good” — the people who fall for it are either stupid or desperate. What hooks them is promises of massive payouts for next to no work; what keeps them is the fact that they at least want to make back their “investment” in the scam and walk away even. In the end, they lose even more. It’s a combination of greed and naivete that gets them into trouble, and evidently there’s no shortage of that in the world because the scams keep popping up.

Finally they fail, and just get a normal job like they should have done in the first place.

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George asks…

How big is ChoicePoint? How big you have to be to become a monopoly?

ChoicePoint is an Alpharetta, Georgia-based company that sells information in three markets–insurance, business and government, and marketing. According to a recent quarterly statement filed at the Security and Exchange Commission, ChoicePoint sells: “claims history data, motor vehicle records, police records, credit information and modeling services…employment background screenings and drug testing administration services, public record searches, vital record services, credential verification, due diligence information, Uniform Commercial Code searches and filings, DNA identification services, authentication services and people and shareholder locator information searches…print fulfillment, teleservices, database and campaign management services…”

ChoicePoint has managed to attain a large share of the commercial data broker (CDB) market with strategic purchases of other businesses. Since its spinoff from Equifax in 1997, ChoicePoint has acquired a number of information collection and processing companies. These include:

National Data Retrieval, Inc., a provider of public records information; List Source, Inc., d/b/a Kramer Lead Marketing Group, a marketing company in the life and health insurance and financial services markets; Mortgage Asset Research Institute, Inc., a mortgage fraud monitoring company; Identico Systems, LLC, a customer identity verification company; Templar Corporation; insuranceDecisions, Inc., an insurance industry claims administration company; Bridger Systems, Inc., a USA PATRIOT Act compliance company; CITI NETWORK, Inc. d/b/a Applicant Screening and Processing, a tenant screening company; TML Information Services, Inc., a provider of motor vehicle reports; Drug Free, Inc., a drug testing company; National Drug Testing, Inc., a drug testing company; Application Profiles, Inc., a background check company; Informus Corporation; a company enabling ChoicePoint to offer products online; Tyler-McLennon, Inc., a background screening company; ChoicePoint Direct Inc., formerly known as Customer Development Corporation, a database marketing company; EquiSearch Services, Inc.; DATEQ Information Network, Inc., an insurance underwriting services company; Washington Document Service, Inc., a court record retrieval service; DataTracks Technology, Inc., a public record information company; DataMart, Inc., a database software company; Statewide Data Services, Inc; NSA Resources, Inc., a drug testing company; DBT Online, Inc., a public record services provider; RRS Police Records Management, Inc., a provider of police reports and related services; VIS’N Service Corporation; Cat Data Group, LLC; Drug Free Consortium, a drug testing company; BTi Employee Screening Services, Inc., an employee pre-screening services company; ABI Consulting Inc., a drug screening company; Insurity Solutions, Inc., an insurance rating company; National Medical Review Offices, Inc.; Bode Technology Group, Inc., a DNA identification company; Marketing Information & Technology, Inc., a direct marketing company; Pinkerton’s, Inc., a preemployment screening company; Total eData Corporation, an e-mail database company; L&S Report Service, Inc., a provider of police records; Resident Data, Inc., a residential screening services provider; Vital Chek Network, Inc., a provider of vital records; Accident Report Services, Inc., a provider of police records; Programming Resources Company, insurance software company; Professional Test Administrators, Inc., a drug testing company; CDB Infotek, a seller of public records; Medical Information Network, LLC, an online physician verification service; and Rapsheets.com, an online provider of criminal records data.

Jere answers:

Its obvious that they own most of the companies in the Data mining bussiness. Now All insurance companies consult Choicepoint C.L.U.E. Report before they aprove you for home or even car insurance. They know things about anyone like how many accidents you have, if you were at fault, and how many traffic tickets you have. Thats the new way for this companies to detrmine how much are they going to charge you for insurance. All you need to have is a couple of mistakes and boom you get stock with higher rates, awesome bussiness dont you think?. They have one of the biggest databases in the nation that now even FBI uses them or buy their information instead of doing their own investigations. How comfortable Aint it? There is no doubt that Choice point is one poses one of the most dangerous databases in america. And there is no way to put controls to their marketing of a citizen own and personal information. A monopoly ! We can agree they are the biggest in the market right now.

Chris asks…

Suggestions for structuring compensation plans for a start-up company?

Hi – I’m starting up a B2B service business that essentially will offer externally-based focus group facilitation to companies’ new product development teams. I’d appreciate any advice or online resources I should check out in regards to structuring compensation for two key employees.

The first employee will be a sales manager, who will do initial sales, and then build and manage a sales team. Should his comp. be commission, and if so, what’s an appropriate rate? (focus group sessions will have a price of approx. $80k per session, and we can expect to sell 3-5 every month).

Secondly, I have a co-founder who, after May, will only spend 5 or so hours per week on the business. I’m investing all the capital up front, and will be running the business the business full time, but he has a major role in getting the business started. Should he be paid as a consultant, or some other way?

I think it will be best for me to keep 100% ownership… any suggestions or resources to help?

Jere answers:

Pay the co-founder as a consultant, unless you have agreed to do something like have him part of your group insurance, then he must be an employee.

I’d back into the salary you want him to make. Give him a draw of 50% of what you think his base pay should and a percent of sales.

I determine the % using my budgeted net income as a % of sales.

Example: If $100K in sales nets you $10,000 and you want to give the manager $2,000. You could give him either 2% of gross sales or 20% of net sales. I tend to use gross, most sales people work with that.

Carol asks…

What are your thoughts on the Anti counterfeiting trade agreement?

U.S. President Barack Obama’s administration will seek to aggressively enforce its intellectual property laws by putting pressure on countries that don’t shut down piracy Web sites and by requiring all government contractors to check for illegal software, the White House announced.

The White House Office of the U.S. Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator, in a 65-page report released Tuesday, said the U.S. government will also step up its efforts to identify foreign Web sites trafficking in pirated goods and will create a database of intellectual property investigations to be shared among law enforcement agencies. The U.S. government will also seek to protect U.S. intellectual property (IP) through trade agreements, including the controversial Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement, the report said. Several digital rights groups have complained that officials from the U.S. and other countries have drafted ACTA in secret.

“I say to those that are suffering from infringement, ‘Help is on the way,'” said Victoria Espinel, the White House intellectual property enforcement coordinator. “We understand the problems that you face, and we will work to make things better.”

Copyright pirates and counterfeiters should beware, Espinel added during a news conference. “To those who have, for too long, abused the rights of American creators, I have a warning for you,” she said. “We are committed to putting you out of business.”

Vice President Joe Biden compared IP infringement to a theft where a burglar breaks the window of a store and steals the products inside. “Piracy is theft, clean and simple,” he said. “It’s smash and grab.”
Counterfeit medications and vehicle parts are dangerous and need to be kept out of the U.S., Biden added. “We just want to make it real clear,” he said. “We’re going after people, we’re going after the Web sites, we’re going to go after those folks … who sell us things that in fact have the effect of putting the lives of Americans in jeopardy.”

If other governments fail to shut down Web sites that U.S. officials have identified as dealing in pirated goods, the White House will be vocal, Biden said. “We’re going to be as public as we possibly can” about other governments that do not cooperate, he said.

The U.S. government will also provide training to local and state law enforcement officials on IP enforcement, and it will provide seminars and training programs for foreign governments,
according to the new report. The report recommends new requirements that medical products contain electronic tags to make it more difficult for counterfeit products to be sold.

The report, called the Joint Strategic Plan on Intellectual Property Enforcement, also encouraged Web content owners, Internet service providers, advertisers and other online businesses to work together to reduce copyright violations.

Earlier this year, the U.S. Department of Justice launched an IP enforcement task force, and in April, the agency announced 15 new assistant U.S. attorney positions and 20 new Federal Bureau of Investigation agents to be focused on domestic and international IP crimes.

http://www.networkworld.com/news/2010/062210-us-government-to-crack-down.html

Jere answers:

I think he is being Hollywood’s bitch.

Mary asks…

Great, clean and reputable serviced apartments (or accommodation) in Thailand from $200-$500/month?

I’m looking to travel to Thailand and perhaps stay for a bit (minimum 1 month). I would be able to make about $2000-$3000 online with my job easy, plus have a starting budget of about $10,000 as a safety cushion. Not looking to spend much though, just relax, soak in the culture and live modestly. Probably A/C, an internet connection, clean accommodations and hospital would be most important.

Can anyone recommend a REPUTABLE (key word) serviced apartment business or group I could use to help with my living situation? Doesn’t really matter where in Thailand. Just trying to get my research done early. Thanks in advance!!!! (monthly accommodations preferably)
Thanks KarazyAl! I see you answer a lot on Thailand which is cool. I will definitely “visit” before I decide on a place to live. If you have any specific locations in Pattaya or Bangkok in that price range please let me know!
Also thanks for all the links I found them extremely HELPFUL!

Jere answers:

If it doesn’t matter where then choose Bangkok, Chiang Mai or Pattaya. These cities will have decent accommodation (Pattaya probably the cheapest is closest to Bangkok,) good hospitals, modern malls, good local transportation, good supermarkets, etc. Thailand is a lot bigger than you may think, to say “stay anywhere” may be too broad a reach. Since transportation is pretty reasonable in Thailand you can live one place and for just a little bit of money visit another area.

If you have never been to Thailand before then visit first and choose an area to live in. This way you will not have a place over a karaoke bar or near noisy and dirty construction. You can also get a cheap hotel where maid service, electricity and security is provided. Pattaya is cheaper than Bangkok for hotels and transportation. In an apartment you may have to pay the electricity in a hotel the hotel pays for it. You can do a deal on a hotel for longer stays.

There is a high season and a low season for hotel pricing. Some service apartments get snapped up closer to Christmas – New Years holidays.

Http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/index.php?cx=partner-pub-8062882927723374%3Ayme0y5mls18&cof=FORID%3A10&ie=ISO-8859-1&q=service+apartment+&sa=Search&autocom=search&siteurl=www.thaivisa.com%2Fforum%2FReal-Estate-housing-house-land-o-f59.html

http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/Real-Estate-housing-house-land-o-f59.html

http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/index.php?cx=partner-pub-8062882927723374%3Ayme0y5mls18&cof=FORID%3A10&ie=ISO-8859-1&q=serviced+apartments+Bangkok&sa=Search&autocom=search&siteurl=www.thaivisa.com%252Fforum%252FReal-Estate-housing-house-land-o-f59.html&siteurl=www.thaivisa.com%252Fforum%252FReal-Estate-housing-house-land-o-f59.html&siteurl=www.thaivisa.com%252Fforum%252FReal-Estate-housing-house-land-o-f59.html

http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/index.php?cx=partner-pub-8062882927723374%3Ayme0y5mls18&cof=FORID%3A10&ie=ISO-8859-1&q=serviced+apartments+Pattaya&sa=Search&autocom=search&siteurl=www.thaivisa.com%252Fforum%252FReal-Estate-housing-house-land-o-f59.html&siteurl=www.thaivisa.com%252Fforum%252FReal-Estate-housing-house-land-o-f59.html&siteurl=www.thaivisa.com%252Fforum%252FReal-Estate-housing-house-land-o-f59.html

http://www.tripadvisor.com/SearchForums?scope=2&ff=3686&geo=293915&q=serviced+apartments&sub-search.x=0&sub-search.y=0&sub-search=Click+to+search+forums&returnTo=__2F__

Visit first and don’t sign a contract sight unseen! Sort your visa requirements out too!

Mark asks…

How to identify a business model of an existing company?

Ryland group specifically. They build homes and provide financial services. 97% of revenew is from the homebuilding. They generate revnew through sales of homes, with sales of land and lot, as well as through their special services they provide, like an interactive online tool that allows homebuyers to customize their homes. they also stay on top of trends and opportunities in the market.
what do i call this business model? Is there a list of business models that a company falls under? or does each company have their own specific one? and if so, what am I supposed to call it for a class presentation?
thank you for your time!

Jere answers:

No there isn’t a formal list of business model. No one has ever created one. There’s an open source project to create one:

http://www.businessmodelproject.com/

or for some comic relief

http://www.whatthefuckismybusinessmodel.com/

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Your Questions About Internet Business For Sale

Linda asks…

what kind of insurance will i need for my catalog sales business?

I am starting a home based catalog sales and internet business selling clothing and accessories, what kind of insurance will I need to purchase for this type of business?

Jere answers:

You should look into liability insurance for your business. Your home insurance policy likely excludes a home based business. Your home insurer might have a home based business insurance rider. But many companies do not offer home based business insurance for internet sales so you might have to look for a commercial general liability policy.

Good luck with your business!

Robert asks…

Can I declare the sale of an internet domain as a capital gain?

I recently sold the internet domain and business I had developed over a two year period. It’s arguable whether the value of what I was selling was primarily the domain name itself or whether it was the business and the small revenue stream the website was starting to generate. Can I declare the sale as a capital gain? If so, what do I call the purchase price? (the $8 registration I intially paid?). Or do I somehow add up the assets of the business which I sold? Or do I have to declare the business sale as regular income? (it was not incorporated in any way).

I need an answer for both US and Canadian taxes as I have to file in both countries.

Jere answers:

With the sale of any business, your basis in the business is determined by adding the value of the assets of the company. The sales price less your basis would then constitute your gain on the sale of the business. If you have owned the business for more than a year, then it will be considered a long term capital gain. This applies for the US, and I assume that it would also apply to Canada as well.

Betty asks…

Register the business and get sales/resellers licence for starting a home based internet business?

Hello,

I am interested in starting my own home based internet business selling phone accessories on a professionally designed website.

However, I am curious if I would need to register my business and get myself a sales licence/resellers permit.

Can someone enlighten me?

Thanks in advance! (:

Jere answers:

Yes, you will have some ‘hoops’ to jump through to be recognized as a business operating legally and of course the government has to keep track of your income, which they do by assigning you a EIN number.

Assuming you are in the U.S., here is a link to a page at the Small Business Administration that contains, by state, links to advise you of the licensing requirements according to your location.

Hope that helps.

Susan asks…

Cany anyone assist me..I need help writing a slogan for my internet business?

I am trying to improve my sales on the internet and would like to add a catchy phrase to my business. I sell rodeo equipment, horse tack, and can make practically anything in regards to horse related items and have a good track record for creating quality products, in a short amount of time. Help? my brain is fried and need assistance in creating such a slogan. Any ideas would help, Thanks.

Jere answers:

“Need best quality horse’s stuff at an affordable price? Get it from us–straight from the horse’s mouth!” 🙂 or “Horses can tell. We sell best quality stuff.”

I don’t know if it makes sense. I’m also running out of idea.. But I’m sure, this will contribute to your idea in formulating your advertising phrase. The more unusual your phrase is, the more catchy. Just consider the relevance added with a pinch of foolishness. That’s how advertising works.

Sandra asks…

Does having a pt home business prevent short-term dis benefits?

I have a full time job but am contemplating going on short-term medical disability for a few weeks. I have a part time internet sales business that I do report to the IRS. Since the home business is ‘income’ would it void me from the disability payments?

Jere answers:

Yes, you do have to report all sources of income. As well, if you claim disability, you have to establish why you are medically unfit to do your work duties but are capable of working your home business. Good luck!

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Your Questions About Doing Business Online Malaysia

Ken asks…

NITHA SAREE’S IS A NEW SCAM ON THE NET?BEWARE GUYS?

NITHA SAREE’S IS A NEW SCAM ON THE NET?BEWARE GUYS?
Nitha Saree’s rocking privately in facebook..

Nitha Saree’s is online based from JB,Malaysia.Operating actively since 1 month ago with her ‘strange mind blowing’ price to fool her customer which started with just RM 90 + for all of her wedding/designer saree’s.Main target is Malaysia & Singapore Customers.She wount simply reveal her contact no to her cs’s .Claiming getting an export item from her Mumbai aunty/UEA friend .Operating Privately -Unable to find her profile in facebook search unless she’s the one will add her customers from other boutique’s.Why so much of fraudlance if really doing the business?

None of her cs got her item yet.Unless a FAKE comment on her wall.

Nitha Sarees (NICE TRICK TO KEEP ON FOOLING HER CUSTOMERS)
The only thing that i never do to my business is register it..I will register it asap..They already settle in this business for 3-4 years as i am just started they are pulling my leg down..Its ok I will proof to them soon that i am not like what they are talking 🙂 Any customer who not yet paid and wanna cancel the order please inbox with courtesy..Don’t inbox me such a nonsense question i may not reply to you coz i am busy with many other better works 🙂 thanks
Like · · 26 December 2011 at 13:40 ·

Nitha Sarees
It seems online based business nonit to register.Its all trust 🙂
Like · · 31 December 2011 at 08:21 ·
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Estrella Sunshini i told u so… 🙂 and i’m glad for u 🙂
31 December 2011 at 15:34 · Like · 2

Devina Ng Devina Ng DATZ Y B URSELF N SHW ON UR DIGNITY….
31 December 2011 at 22:13 · Like · 1

Nitha Sarees
Dears,as online business don’t need to register as i don’t have my own boutique also.I wil take the orders back from 1st January onwards 🙂
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Devina Ng Devina Ng GREAT KEEP ON ROCKING…BEST DEALS ALWAYS GT FABLOUS FEEDBACK….
31 December 2011 at 22:12 · Like · 2

Letchumy M. Ramasundraum keep it up dear…….cheerrrrrssssss….. dun think aabout others
31 December 2011 at 22:36 · Like · 2

Her new trick is bidding game now.All the new zarine khan heavy collection wedding saree will start bidding from RM 50 each (INR 750) only.Bidding will end By RM 200 (INR 3000).Please take note guy,manufacturing company/india supplier not that fool to sell celebrities designer bridal saree for that price when the shipping itself can cost for RM 30-50 for each export item based on the weight of items.

As long got fool customer’s who look for cheaper price then their security for their money…Cheater like Nitha Saree’s will always exist.They find their own way to lost their money for nothing Eventhough her selling price is not much..imagine how many customer getting fool everyday.

To all India manufacturer/supplier…please take note on this profile.Act legally to avoid cheater keep on rocking in net by spoiling other business people and before more victims get cheated.Poor customers,they unable to think and investigate that ‘something fishy’ when some1 suddenly offering a banglo house for just 1/3 price from others price.

Jere answers:

Yes dont get cheated!!! She simply want to earn fast money.. Beware!! Anyway we found that she is a UPM student!!

Mandy asks…

What’s The Price of SONY PlayStation 3 in Malaysia?

I am a 14 year old boy from Bangladesh. 3 days ago my Dad went to Malaysia on a business trip. So I told him to buy the PlayStation 3 from Malaysia. Because in Bangladesh the price of the PS3 is very very high. The 40 GB model costs about 600 USD in Bangladesh. So I am thinking that the price of the PS3 will be much cheaper in malaysia. My Dad has been really busy these days so he didn’t get the time to go shopping. So I want to know the price of the PS3 in Malaysia Before my dad does. I’ve tried SonyStyle Malaysia online store and PlayStation Malaysia online but I didn’t find any information on the PS3.
In Bangladesh There is no Ebay or Amazon or any kind of authorized Sony Store so the Sony PS3 is very rare. There are only a few stores that sells game consoles such as the PS3 but the Price is very high. Anyway I just want to know the Price of the PS3 40GB, 60GB and 80GB Models in Malaysia.

Jere answers:

Sorry but they cost the same as in bangladesh you could always try buying one off of ebay you could get it for around 350 dollars

Sandy asks…

Do you know about this person ? I need this person !!!?

Dear Sir/Madam ,
( Please Read This ,You & Me Both Will Be Benefited )
I`m Chaminda Charles here from Sri Lanka. ( Male )
After my advanced level examination in Sri Lanka
I got a Scholarship & I studied in Japan for 09 Years
I`m very fluent in the Japanese language ( Can read / write & speak )
And I can speak a little Chinese / Korean / Thai / and Philippine Languages
And now I know the Internet Marketing System ( Online Business Promotions )
I can promote any business through the internet ……
But I like to work in Singapore Or Malaysia ( In any company & Online Biz promotions )
( I can do off line biz promotions as well as online promotions )
I`m a very hard working person / and I have traveled ( privileged ) to
Visit > Japan / India / Singapore / Hongkong / Macao / Thailand…..
So I have a foreign Exposure & met many people , ( Learnt a lot from them )…
I have experienced as a Sales & Marketing Manager….( Indoor & Out door )
Now I`m looking for a Overseas Job Or a Scholarship to study in Singapore Or Malaysia
I like to study Chinese ( Mandarin ) I have the basic knowledge……any thing ok for me..
But I don`t have money……If I get a 100% scholarship I can come and study….
I can work for that school by promoting the school website to others through the INTERNET….
So please try to help me to have a job Or to study in Singapore Or Malaysia….
For Sri Lankans we get a 30 Days Visa ( Open Visa ) So you can try my service for 30 Days & See…
I can teach spoken Japanese Language too…….( Very Fluent In Japanese )
{ Please SMS to me First coz I`m sending this mail to many people to get a job }
My Phone Number is : 0094 718 60 59 95 ( SMS )
My Mail is : bizemails1234@yahoo.com
Thank You Very Much !!! and May God Bless You All !!!
Yours Faithfully Chaminda Charles ( Sri Lankan )

Jere answers:

If you want him,then mail or sms him!

Maria asks…

How to start an internet based business in Malaysia & what’s the cost like?

I want to start selling my products on my own online store. How can i do this? Wat are the requirements n so on??
Anyone who designs websites & who can help me to create my online store is welcome to answer too.
Please stop sending me refferal websites. I am ONLY interested in opening my own online store n not making money tis way n tat way. If u think u can help in this then please ans if not don’t. Thank u.

Jere answers:

Hi
This company has help people around the world
US, UK, Europe and even Singapore
They have travel to help people
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Join their club if you want
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Or you can do crash course for 4 days
http://www.bebiz.com/internet-business-builder/t/645474
Or you can join for free newsletter about online business
http://www.marketingtips.com/sr/t.x/645474
Thank you

Carol asks…

Do You Want A Business Opportunity to Earn Passive Income $20k/month In 3-5 years?

Dear my business partner,

Here is your opportunity to start a joint venture business with one of the public listed company in main board at Malaysia. This is a great opportunity for me and you as well!

I make up my mind to join as my PART TIME BUSINESS. This business is flexible in terms of working time and place. I can do it any time and place!! Just invite your family, friends, business partners and any people that you know to join up this business! As simple as drinking water!!

I have a big dream about this business career….. plan to push it for 3-5 years….thereafter I will retired and enjoy my life with the permanent monthly PASSIVE INCOME at least RM20,000 and above….. until the day I pass away and I can also transfer this income to my son!!….. The fantastic point is this passive income will keep increasing every month!!

Maybe you will think to start a business it will cost you a lot of money. Is wrong in this business!! To start up this business, it just cost you less than RM100 ONLY!!!

This is my great opportunity!! I’m sure this is YOUR OPPORTUNITY too!!!

I believe I can success! I am sure YOU CAN ALSO SUCCESS by grab this opportunity!!!

Because I believe you are the BEST SALE & MARKETING PEOPLE that I know from your profession.

Believe me, to success, this is the ONLY WAY!! I already choose to join it, how about you??

The job is simple, this is the business regarding the online selling daily consume products to any body you know or do not know!! This means it is an international business!!

If you want to know more about the business details & business plan, you are most welcome to CALL/SMS me at +6016-2033399 for meeting appointment. For overseas partner you can always reach me at my email: cwtiong78@yahoo.com and my skype: cwtiong78 or my msn: cwtiong78. Tqvm.

Best Regards,
Dennis Tiong

Jere answers:

NOT REALLY I ALREADY MAKE $20,000 A WEEK!

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Your Questions About The Real Biz

Mary asks…

Can a real estate broker also be an agent and a real estate appraiser?

My husband is looking into joining the real estate business. He is interested in doing many things and was wondering if he gets certified for all of them, could he market himself as an all in one business to do appraisals, as well as being a real estate agent and a broker?

Jere answers:

Your query is like asking [no offense intended] if a doctor can advertise him/herself
as a physician and as a nurse at the same time. YES. SHOULD NOT.
Confusing.

Thus, he can be either an appraiser and a salesperson or
an appraiser and a broker.

In most states, there are 2 levels of brokers–associate and designated.
A DB runs an office and has agents [aka sales people] working for him.

When he does biz as an appraiser, he needs to disclose that he is also
a broker.

To be a broker, if he is not an atty now, he must be a salesperson in most
states for 3 yrs first and then, take the broker’s exam.

Thomas asks…

On average what does a real estate agent make in and around New York City area?

I want to move to New York area in a few years. What about a real estate broker? I currently live in Santa Barbara, Ca so high cost of living won’t be a shell shock.

Jere answers:

Starting out the avg one makes around 30-35k if you are good you can make 70-100k and then if you are better you can make the big bucks. In general they say you double your salary every year you work in the biz.

Joseph asks…

How can I target real estate agents in an online advertising campaign?

My goal is to buy banners on websites that real estate agents in Rockland, Orange and Westchester Counties in New York consistently visit. All suggestions are greatly appreciated.

Jere answers:

The Google Adwords ad network has the option for you to have your text or banner advertisements to only appear on specific web site you select, ideally these would be both local and important national reality biz sites. Keep an eye out for those google ads. Adwords also has IP address geo targeting available so you only pay for visitors from a specified area, regardless of the location of the site they are visiting. Of course the original adwords form, ads on google search results pages might work but you are limited to search phrase and geo location matching, (placing ads on industry site is more likely to attract only agents)

Adwords is not the cheapest but has better targeting than some other self serve advertising.

Facebook also has good demographic targeting, you can show ads to only members who have real estate interests who live in a city within a specified number of miles from yours. An ad can be setup that is only seen by people with Real Estate Agent on their Facebook page, might give a small number of results but wold be worth the money.

I know there are people marketing training courses who use old fashioned post cards to reach agents, you can rent highly targeted mailing lists for roughly 10 cents a head.

A search of Nextmark.com turned up “3,838 real estate ageny business mailing lists.”

Daniel asks…

How do I find bank owned property jobs such as repairing/finishing real estate?

I am a contractor and I am looking for work such as repairing real estate for banks that own a property. I am currently in North Carolina. Any help/suggestions?

Jere answers:

There are a few websites online where you can find that information for project up for bid. If you are specifically looking for bank contracts, you should contact the REO department at the bank that you are looking to work with. Real estate owned or Other Real estate owned department (REO)

Type in a search in any search engine for construction alert or bid aleart.

Good luck.

Fullspectrumcapital.biz

Steven asks…

What qualifications should I have to make it in Commercial Real Estate?

I would like to know where I could find more information on how I can become involved with Commercial Real Estate. I have some interest in the research portion of the field, but i would like to do sales as well. I am aware of the requirements for getting a Real Estate license, but where do I go from there to get started? Thank you in advance.

Jere answers:

You do not need any special designations, although they may be helpful. The CCIM designation mentioned by someone else is costly and time consuming to get (although valuable). Another excellent designation is the SIOR (society of industrial and office realtors) designation, but you must achieve high volume levels and be in the business a minimum of 5 years, so it’s not one of the ones you get just starting out.

If you are interested in the research end of the biz, go look at the larger firms (CBRE, Cushman and Wakefield, NAI, Grubb and Ellis etc). Look in your local yellow pages or online for some of the larger firms.The larger firms have more resources for research departments. They may also be willing to train you for sales.

If it’s just sales, you may want to consider a smaller firm.

Good luck,

Ralph Benzakein
whitman-realty.com

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Your Questions About Internet Marketing Degree

Donna asks…

Master Certificate in Internet Marketing worth anything?

If I get a Master Certificate in Internet Marketing would it help me get a job or are master certificates usless?

Should I aim more for a Masters Degree? I am so confused I really want to get an online certificate.

Thanks!
So a Master Certificate in Internet Marketing and a Masters degree is not worth anything?

Jere answers:

You can print your own on line certificate by using photo shop…….and it will be worth just as much……….they are useless…….

David asks…

I am interested in switching careers into Internet Marketing. Will Internet Marketing master certificate help?

I do not have a bachelors degree but am a tech geek and am knowledgeable about SEO and SEM practices. I mainly have a sales background and am looking for a change.

Jere answers:

In my honest opinion, you don’t really need a degree. With regards to Internet marketing it is more important that you got something to show for. If you start your own company, no one will ask you if you have a degree. Rather, they would like to see proof what you are capable of.

Lisa asks…

Can someone tell me of any Internet based degree recognised in the UK labour market?

Many universities (especially in the US) now offer online degrees. Are they really authentic or are they recognised in the labour market?

Jere answers:

Try the Open University, they have been doing correspondence degrees for years and still set the standard!

Thomas asks…

i want name of institution that can offer free or reduce cost of studing internet marketing?

on line study, accredited,option to do the degree, cost at reduced rate

Jere answers:

Hi Enyi,
there is nothing better and more practical than to start Internet Marketing (IM) introduction and study in Thirty Day Challenge (30DC), created by Ed Dale(AUS) and Dan Raine(UK).
Just go to the link bellow, register and start to explore.
Thousands of people have already found terrific value in those lessons. You could spend at least 30 full days of studying tips & tricks of Internet Marketing. At the end of the course you are going to know exactly, where do you want to go further.
Thirty Day Challenge is a heavy practical study, because without practical work one could only dream to become an expert about this department.
It’s totally free of charge.
Enyi, do not hesitate to ask me anything more, directly.

Good luck, adam

P.S.
There is also a link to the Intro to 30DC created by Lisa Hartwell, owner of http://audiblemarketing.com/

Steven asks…

I’m looking to get a job in internet marketing in NYC. Does anyone have suggestions or words of advise?

I’m a 26 year old working in NYC in the staffing industry. I also have a bachelors degree in Business/Marketing. I really want to get into Internet Marketing, in a role that isn’t 100% sales. Does anyone have any advise as what next steps I should take? What type of position in this industry would be good to get into with out a lot of experience? Are there any company’s that I could speak with? Are there any classes that I should take?

Jere answers:

Hey remember the bringing when DOT COM was a big hit and if you were not there in the bringing you miss out on all that “BIG MONEY” Will there is a new Domain hitting the network marketing not just in the USA as DOT COM started but world wide. This one is WS that is why this marketing plan is going fast. Just check this out WebSite.ws/dreamweaver069/ and if this is not what you are looking for. I will not BUG you again

If you say no to succeeding
Or no, you do not want your own worldwide business
And said that an extra 6000 or better a month is not for you

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Your Questions About How To Do Business Online

Lizzie asks…

how do I offer free shipping with purchase with my online business?

I have a clothing business online and to increase sales I want to offer free shipping with each purchase but I am not sure how to go about it.

It looks like the least expensive route would be usps as they have more standard rates.

Is that a good idea or should I just keep it simple and let the customer pay shipping?

Thanks

Jere answers:

I run a business and do the free shipping thing.

What I did was calculate the average cost to send goods across the country. I then added a small % to it and then to the bottom line price of the good. I only ship free to the 48 continuous states (though if you ship USPS to HI and AK it would be the same price 1st class).

I then advertise “all prices include ground shipping”.

It does seem to help my sales as my customers know what it is going to cost them! My competition has adjusted their pricing accordingly too.

Ken asks…

How do YOU search for a local business online?

i have a small business and want to do some online advertising. i’m curious to find out how people search for a local business nowadays. say you’re looking for a dry cleaners or a hardware store in your area, what website do you go to look for that business?

thanks

Jere answers:

People (and me too) search for local business using Google search, special local business review sites, online public bulletin boards (classified ad sites) or directories.

A Google search is done the same as any other search, except the searcher ads a ZIP code, city name or such to their search, like: laundry MyCityName. Google shows both a listing and a map with marking for the businesses. It up to the business owner to “claim” and optimize their listing, using the free “Google Places” service.

Special local business review sites, like “Yelp” allow the public to review the quality of local businesses. Again, the business owner can optimize their listing without charge.

Local directories are lists of business web sites done by the local Chamber of Commerce, county government and such.

A popular free online classified ad site is “Craig’s List”.

I believe that even a local small business should have a simple “Brochure” web site or blog, to clearly express their UVP (Unique Value Proposition).

Hope this helped…
_jim coe

Mark asks…

How do I start a jewellery business online?

I want to start selling jewellery online, and I want to know how much it will cost to get a website created, how long it will take to get one made, and how do I get verified by Paypal or any other payment services?

Jere answers:

Try ebay.
If you’d like for someone to create a website for you, the cheapest way to go is through rentacoders.com where people bid to create a website for you. With paypal you need a bank account, checking account and credit card.

Lisa asks…

How do i start a small business online, like on facebook?

Ok, so i’m just a young teenager, and i don’t get pocket money so i don’t really get income.. i cant get a paper round because there aren’t and local newsagents… i was thinking of starting a small business, but i don’t know how or what to do. Please help, i don’t like having no spare money -.- preferably, a business over the internet, like on facebook or something, because i go back to school in 2 days.

Jere answers:

Try to offer business like massage or anything that doesn’t need a lot of money. Keep it up.

Daniel asks…

How would I start a jewelry business online?

I would love to start my own business, preferably jewelry. How do I go about starting it?

What is Domain Name?
Do I need a trademark and patent?
What websites are great for starting your own business?

Also, I was wondering what if I was to make something and it’s a popular item, but I run out of items to make that exact product, Do I just buy lots of it and make a lot of the same thing at one time?

Thank You

Jere answers:

Associations may be a good avenue to explore as well. These organizations will address many of the thoughts, questions and concerns you’ll inevitably have as well as many you haven’t anticipated yet.

Http://www.ags.org/ — American Gem Society
http://www.jic.org/ — Jewelry Information Center
http://www.polygon.net/ — Polygon
http://www.nationaljeweler.com/ — National Jeweler

Research, research, research – this cannot be stressed enough. Read as much as you can about the industry.

* Jewelry Making for Fun & Profit: Make Money Doing What You Love! By Lynda Musante, Maria Nerius
* Marketing and Selling Your Handmade Jewelry: The Complete Guide to Turning Your Passion into Profit by Viki Lareau
* Profiting by Design: A Jewelry Maker’s Guide to Business Success by Marlene Richey

There are plenty of free informational resources out there.

Http://ezinearticles.com/?Jewelry-Making-for-Fun-and-Profit&id=53313 – Jewelry Making for Fun and Profit by Sam Serio
http://ezinearticles.com/?Are-You-Ready-to-Start-a-Home-Based-Jewelry-Business?&id=15897 – Are You Ready to Start a Home Based Jewelry Business? By Christopher Gage
http://ezinearticles.com/?Start-Your-Successful-Jewelry-Business&id=169549 – Start Your Successful Jewelry Business by Diana Milani

To register a trademark, that’s done either through your Secretary of State for a State trademark or the US Patent & Trademark Office for a Federal trademark.

If you are only conducting business in one state, then a State trademark is most appropriate. If you conduct (OR are planning to conduct) business in at least 2 states OR between the US & any other country, you can file for a Federal trademark.

Prior to investing your time, money & effort into a name, it is strongly advised that comprehensive research be conducted to ensure that the name you’re interested in is truly available.

This entails searches of the pending & registered Federal and State trademark files as well as the US National Common-Law files. Then, if clear, you can decide if you would like to file for a Federal or a State trademark.

Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!

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Your Questions About Email Marketing Lists

Sharon asks…

Can we use third-party email marketing lists?

Jere answers:

The law does not stop you using rented email marketing lists. However, you are responsible for any emails you send so make sure that the individuals you are sending the email to gave their consent for their details to be passed to third parties. You should check with the list rental business that they have the consent of the individuals concerned.

Nancy asks…

How to build an email marketing list?

Just another question guys and girls:
Is it possible to build an email marketing list that could make droves of money on line?
If so, any one with strategies?
Thanks

Jere answers:

Hello,
You need an autoresponder, a website and a plr product to give away:
Autoresponder is for capturing emails and also you use it to send your list emails
A website basically is needed for attracting your customers to your site where they’ll give you their email addresses so they can be your list
A PLR product is an incentive or enticement for them to want to give you their email addresses, if your PLR product is of good quality then you can count on having them as loyal list of customers.
Good luck to you.

Carol asks…

How do I get people to Opt-In to my internet Marketing Email List?

I currently run a small internet marketing blog and I have an email autoresponder with which I offer a free 5 day mini course on my subject matter.

The subject matter is: Internet Marketing and making money online.

How would you suggest I promote the actual opting in to my email list to build a list of prospects etc.

Jere answers:

The best way to sign people up and keep them coming is useful, original content that is always fresh and updated. In fact, if you’re talking about making money online, I’d hint at ways that you could do it which are easy or at the very least intriguing.

Since you’re touting yourself as a subject matter expert, you need to demonstrate that what you have to say is valuable and they can benefit from it. Success stories are good for this and will improve your chances that they will stay tuned.

Other ways to build opt-ins are referrals (ask subscribers to refer a friend), an incentive of some kind, purchase an email list (this is kind of a gray area), or find a partner who might already have a decent list and sponsor them.

Also, since you run a blog, are you fully syndicated? There’s a lot of chatter out there and at the very least you should participate in boosting your blog’s reputation.

Ruth asks…

what is email list marketing?

i have read a few things about this email marketing, basically what i understand from it is that you take my email address, and then what?

i mean what do you do with my email list? and how can i make one like that?

Jere answers:

This email marketing thing works like this –

you give some valuable content to the users, in return they give you their email address,

then you give them some more valuable content, and within that email give them something to market, that is – you give them something to buy, and earn commissions from them.

Targeted email lists are extremely valuable.

Donald asks…

how do i get people to optin to my email marketing list?

i have a small course in my subject matter, i want to make a list of like 2-3000 people who would be interested in buying material related to my subject matter.

how can i do that.

Jere answers:

The trick is to give them a part of what they want for free, and give the other part for a fee..

You can use something like aweber or getresponse type email marketing lists.

Having said that, i cannot stress the need to give more, i mean there are only like 2 lists that i have remained subscribed to, and both of them are the emails i look forward to reading, because they give so so much more.

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Your Questions About Internet Business Phone Service

Nancy asks…

how can i find service providers for internet / phones in toronto?

I would like to know all the companies providing internet services and phone services within the greater toronto area, for our business expansion. Is there a specific reference site?

Jere answers:

TELUS, one of Canada’s leading telecommunication companies, provides a full range of communications products and services..
Www.telus.com

www.rogers.com

www.fido.ca

Ken asks…

For small business what service provider is cheaper with no contract for phone & internet bundle in 11377 zip?

Jere answers:

It depends on what carriers are available in your area. You’ll need to check the web sites for the carriers in that area.

Mandy asks…

I am looking for internet service (DSL) and phone service.?

My problem is that I just moved to Poplar Grove IL and it is a new subdivision and I can’t find any companies that are servicing this area. PLEASE Help, I want to start my home business but I can’t with out Internet and phone service! Can any one help???????? Thank you

Jere answers:

Its hard to believe that a new subdivision doesnt have phone service but if you cant find DSL, try doing a search for Verizon Wireless.

George asks…

how I register my business phone number with 411 service?

My phone service is with Vonage true the the internet connection

Jere answers:

I checked online b/c I didn’t know the answer but wanted to. The site below had a lot of good ideas on how to list your number along with links to do so.

John asks…

How do I get completely free phone service over the internet?

Hello everyone!

I’m going wireless, & would like to just use my cell for personal use. But for business purposes, how would I make or receive calls over the internet? Would it be thru skype?

I want a way that is completely free & also, if it requires a special phone, about how much it would be.

Thank you!

Jere answers:

Welcome to Yahoo! Messenger. You still have to pay money for some of it, but from what it sounds, it might be the right plan. Check out Yahoo! Messenger at: http://messenger.yahoo.com and get it for free. There, you can chat online by typing to other Yahoo! Messenger contacts, or even talk to them through the computers (PC to PC (free)). Then goto Yahoo! Voice ( http://voice.yahoo.com ) for low cost plans for called made from a computer to telephone (PC to telephone (in most places, it runs about a penny a minute)) or to the computer from a telephone (Telephone to PC, uses a telephone number to receive calls (I believe its $2.79 a mo.)
Then check out the Yahoo! Mobile http://mobile.yahoo.com for ways of staying connected with friends on the Yahoo! Messenger, even when you’re not online (uses cell phone to chat when your not online).

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Your Questions About The Real Biz

Daniel asks…

What is the process to get into commercial real estate in california ?

I am getting my real estate license as an agent (sales person) soon and i want to get into commercial real estate. Im trying to find out the process of getting into commercial as in what license it requires, certificates, and anything else of that nature

Any tips would be greatly appreciated

Thank you for your help

Jere answers:

Your office broker may care what you wish to specialize in as a licensee but the state
does not.

Does that help?

Better know biz–read some books on commercial investing and on biz in general

i can tutor for free

Laura asks…

What do I need to operate Real Estate Brokerage out of my house?

I finally got my Real Estate Brokers License in California. I would like to leave my current broker and work from my house under my own Brokers License. I know I would need to file for DBA but what other steps I need to do in order to legally work under my own Brokers License out of my house?
Thank you!

Jere answers:

No DBA is needed; I am, for example,. K. Kemper Realty. I work from my home
I doubt CA is any different; hang up your license. PERIOD; And put up a small sign
outside your door that depicts you are there. State law requires such if you do
x amount of biz, I am sure. [i was trained in Ca in the 70’s]

R u a listing agent, buyer’s agent, dual agent? Residential only, commercial,
everything?

I am a buyer’s agency only.

Available to guide you further

[of course, you need to conduct 2 “transactions/processes”–withdraw from your current
broker………..and hire yourself.

Linda asks…

Where to find prospect for mortgage biz?

Where could I find prospects for my mortgage and real estate biz?

Jere answers:

Who said you could? Mortgage originations already dropped almost 50% off the 2003 peak. Expect further reductions as interest rates go up. A lot of people jumped into the industry thinking the boom is going to last forever; it’s not.

Steven asks…

How does real estate investment trusts work?

What are real estate investment trusts or REITs and how do they work. Is there some law that give these trust some tax efficiency status and how can investors invest in these REITs. With the real estate market in the US the way as it is, is it a good time to invest in the property market through real estate investment trusts. What kind of people manage these funds or trusts and what are their typical return on investments?

Jere answers:

A REIT buy’s skyscrapers, shopping malls, apartment complexes, office buildings, or housing developments. Rather than investing directly in real estate, investors of REIT’s invest in a professionally managed portfolio of real estate.

REIT’s trade on the major exchanges, just like stocks. REIT’s make their money from the rental income, profits from the sale of the property and other services provided to the tenants. REIT’s also receive special tax considerations; they do not pay taxes as long as they pay out at least 90% of their net income to investors. Thus, successful REIT’s can offer investors high yields, current income, and moderate growth. But, while these tax considerations benefit the REIT, the investor still has to pay tax on the growth just like a share of stock.

There are several types of REIT’s:

There is a equity REIT. It’s main objective is buying, renovating, managing, maintaining, and selling real estate. This is the most common type.
There is the mortgage REIT. It makes loans or invests in existing mortgages.
Hybrid REIT’s do a combination of both.
Then there are UPREIT’s and DownREIT. These were developed in the early 90’s to provide tax benefits to their shareholders.

Advantages:

All REIT’s are governed by strict regulation. REIT shares are more liquid than investing directly in real estate. The REIT’s are professionally managed. Open up investment opportunities that may not be available to the average investor. Provide annual income. Disadvantages:
Supply and demand imbalance. Booms and busts can impact office space activity. Rising interest rates. This increases borrowing costs and impact bottom line. This could also slow down rentals and purchases if interest rates increase. Subject to risks associated with the general real estate market including possible declines in the value of real estate, decline in economic conditions, and possible lack of availability of mortgage funds. Use as a tax shelter is limited. REIT’s are not allowed to pass losses through to their investors. So, if the REIT loses money, you won’t be able to use the loss to offset other investment gains. Dividends paid from a REIT are taxable as income. A portion of a REIT dividend may be taxed an a lower capital gain rate. For tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2003 and before January 1, 2011, qualifying dividends paid to individual shareholders from domestic corporations (and qualified foreign corporations) are taxed at long-term capital gains tax rates. For tax years prior to January 1, 2003, however, stock dividends were taxed at ordinary income tax rates, generally resulting in significantly more tax due. Absent further legislative action, stock dividends will again be taxed as ordinary income beginning in 2011.
Capital gain tax liability may occur when you sell your shares. If you sell the share for more than you bought it for. Just like stock.
When looking to invest in a REIT, you can do the same research as you would have done in researching a share of stock. Because they are publicly traded companies you can look at their earnings, both past performance and potential for future growth, dividend yield, payout ratio, and price-earnings ratio. By keeping an eye on the real estate market you may be able to detect certain shifts in the market, overbuilding, current buildings where office space is sitting empty, or where certain types of business are closing because of economic situations. This way you can more to another type of REIT that may work better in a certain kind of market.

You can go the Forbes magazine REIT gold list to see different REIT companies, what they are invested in, and what the performance is. Http://www.forbes.com/2008/02/20/reit-perfomance-grades-biz-cx_dp_0220reit_table.html

David asks…

Are there any real job sites or work from home places for people with disabilities?

Are there any real job sites or work from home places for people with disabilities.I have Multiple Sclerosis and I lost my job and I really need something.Thanks

Jere answers:

Job-search-tips.awardspace.biz – I used this site. You can compare such online job offers here.

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Your Questions About How To Do Business Online For Free

John asks…

Where Can I watch “How To Succeed In Business” the musical for free online?

I’d like to watch the musical “how to succeed in business without really trying” online for free does anyone know any site i could find it own

Jere answers:

That is the same question i want to know. Good luck finding it!

Helen asks…

How can I get into the streaming full movies online business? Creating free movie sites, & make money of ads.?

I would like to get into the streaming full movies, and shows online business. I’m a graphic / web designer, but never encountered with this type of web work. I would like to get a new project, and this is it. I know all about the Moyea Player. I was thinking of creating a Joomla template or WordPress. I want to make the website free, but Google ads on the pages.

What I am curious about is, laws, and what is at stake. The gray areas, if you will. I live in Canada, and the United States are next door. It’s illegal to copy and distribute movies here. I see all these movie websites, playing full movies and shows. Lets just say, I want a piece of that.But how do they stay on? don’t they brake copyright laws?… is there a way to do this on a more legal standard. If so, what’s required?…

I got all the tools, and skill to get this job completed. I just don’t know where to start. If any of you know, point me in the right direction please. For those who don’t want to post the info here, feel free to email me at alex@mechtadesign.com or add me to MSN: roussinov_co@hotmail.com

Thank you in advance, and for your time.

-Alex

Jere answers:

You will need a web host supporting audio/video streaming.

Just refer to:
http://www.threehosts.com/multimedia

Hope This Helps.

Betty asks…

How can I advertice my new business for free?

I started a new business on the web. Pure Pink Passion Parties purepinkpassion.com
I need to figure out how to advertice for free. This is my sole income to raise my children, pay the bills. I am on a tight budget since I need to advertice to get sales. Please let me know how I can do this for free online.
purepinkpassion.com

Jere answers:

Hey

Let me try help you out.

A good place to start would be something called google groups, there you will find thousands of people to speak to and let them know about your business. Definitely try it out.

If you can write articles relating to your business, then do that and submit them to article directories, you can just type that into google to find them.

A nice way would also be to make business cards and put them on car windows, put them in bars or restaurants just use your imagination as to where to put those cards so people will see them.

Send your friends an email about your business and ask them to send that to everyone they know, that might even work.

Hope i helped you a bit, good luck for your future.

Ken asks…

looking for a free website to start my own business online how and where do I go?

want to know about building my own website for free and how to get free business grants

Jere answers:

There are a few different sites out there like http://freewebs.com, http://weebly.com, & http://doodlekit.com that allow you to make free websites, and then you can put paypal buttons on the sites to accept payments. You’ll need a paypal account 1st thought before you can use those buttons. Just go to http://paypal.com, that is one of the safest ways to accept money for payments. That is the only way I accept payments when selling anything online, or even thru http://craigslist.org too. Or you can go to a free site called http://esty.com or http://freecraftfair.com where you can sell things that you have made. You can do a google search of Free Website Makers and come up with a list of different places as well… There are so many things out there anymore that can help you out, all you gotta do it search for them. Just be careful of all the scams out there, as they are everywhere! 🙁 As for Biz grants, those aren’t as easy to get as people and websites say they are… Your better off focusing on the Free websites to get started with and then going from there! I hope what I’ve listed here helps you out some! 🙂 Good Luck

George asks…

Is there a way to market my business online, other than posting free ads?

A lot of the free classifieds places to post, put my ad on the last page of their site, because it’s not a premium (paid) ad. Are there places for people who are just starting a business, to advertise, without having to pay? just a note, i am pretty much computer illiterate……i have only had my computer sence December ’06, and only know how to do a very limited amount of things with it. Also, it is a second hand one from family….the hard drive is so loaded, i am unable to down load anything, and all the filters and such on here, won’t let me open much of the attachments to e-mails.
What i do for a living, is share information on how to live longer healthier lives, by getting the toxins out of our homes. Also, i used to have 13 perscriptions on my desk, that i had to take 2 times a day. With the wellness product vitamins, and supplements, i am down to 7, and am working with my doctor, to wean myself off perscription meds. and use company products. My allergies, and asthma are undercontrol now that the toxic cleaning products, and bath/shower products are out of my home. Sence i have had such excellent results with the products that i purchase, i decided to make this my business. It is a consumer direct company, meaning that there is no inventory to buy and sell, no collecting money, no paperwork at the end of the month………none of the headache of a home business….i just need help to find the best places to market my business. Just starting, i don’t have a huge advertising budget, but still i want to share this with as many others a i can.

Jere answers:

You may want to consider a link partnership.
If you can think of someone that your clients would be interested in getting information on , you would provide a link to their site in return they would provide a link to your site.

Also, you may need to change or add what is called meta tags. You can get information on this on-line for free.

The following site my be useful: http://www.submitexpress.com/metatag.html

The more traffic you have to your site will move you up in the listings. However, many search sites reserve the top 10 listings for paying customers. Paying for this service rarely is worth the cost.

You may want to offer something Free, it will drive traffic to your site and increase you listing. It does not have to be a material object. Advise or information for example.

Best of luck.

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Your Questions About Doing Business Online Btec

Ruth asks…

How can I write my cover letter?

I am school leaver and I am finding it difficult to find a job.I am waiting on my National Insurance number which is yet to turn up any day as my birthday is on the 5th of August. I studied Maths, English, Btec Science, GCSE Science, Extended Project, Citizenship, History, Religious, Business, Music and ICT. Soon I will be starting Kingston College. I would like to apply for a cleaning job because I do not reach the age boundaries to do so (18).

So back to the point, I like in London and I cannot find a job. I’m doing research online and I’m really trying hard. So what do I put in my cover letter? How could I start it off? and How could I end it?

Jere answers:

For the content what I would do is say “I am writing in response to your advert (where you saw advert) for (job described on advert). I am interested in this position. My CV is enclosed. Please do not hesitiate to contact me if you need any further details. I look forward to hearing from you,”

For something like a cleaning job it is probably more important to respond swiftly rather than spend too much time dseliberating what to say.

Nancy asks…

What course should i continue on after my Level 3 IT Diploma? Few choices available?

I have recently just finished my BTEC Level 3 IT Practitioners, Graded at Triple Distinction.

I have decided to take one year out before proceeding onto University and work for the meantime.

I like to study so i will be enrolling onto a online level 4 course so i do not fall out of my study routine. I have a few choices but was wondering which one of the following would look better on the CV for computing jobs in the near future:

1. Advanced Psychology Level 4
2. Business Law Level 4
3. Caring for People with Learning Disabilities Level 4
4. Anatomy and Physiology Level 4
5. Criminal Psychology Level 4
6. Business Economics Level 4

They all seem very interesting and i wish i could do them all to honest.
Im thinking of doing one or maybe even two if i can juggle between work and make time.

Recommend me two and then which of the two i should go for if i am unable to do both.

Thank you for your help. Danny. 🙂

Jere answers:

2 & 6 are both need in the world today due to the economy crisis. This will improve your CV and maybe even allow you to have to different job options.

Sandy asks…

Do people look down on me because of my disability, it makes me feel depressed?

Hello everyone, I’m 20 years old and I live in England. I just wanted to know do people like and respect me less because of my education? Please look below for a full list of my certificates and qualifications that I have gained from school and college. I went to a special needs school as I have got a mild learning disability. My brothers have called me things such as spast.c, retard.d a stupid useless spast.c because of my education and they say my qualifications and certificates are worthless, are they right?

The qualifications I gained at school:
* The FA Football Development Programme, Junior Football Organisers Course
* Edexcel, Entry Level Certificate subjects, English Entry Level 3, RE Entry Level 2
* AOA, Entry Level 3 in Science
* OCR, Entry Level 3’s in, Information And Communication Technology, and Physical Education
* Edexcel, GCSE Certificate grade E in Art And Design
* OCR, GCSE Certificate in Mathematics grade G
* Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award
* Trinity College London Bronze Level 1 Award in the Arts

Qualifications gained at college
* FE Level Up Award Bronze
* OCR, National Skills Profile, Retail
* Young Lives, Certificate of Achievment, as a Vinvolved volunteer with the Prince’s Trust Team
* OCR, Level 1 Certificate in Adult Numeracy
* City & Guilds, Certificate of unit credit towards Personal Development and contributing to the community, Entry 3 planning for prpgression, Entry 3 Community project, Level 1 Career planning and making applications, Level 1 Supporting others, Level 1 Work- based experience
* College course learner of the month award
* City & Guilds Level 1 Certificate in Adult Literacy
* City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Adult Literacy
* Edexcel, Certificate of unit achievment, Level 1’s in Applying for a job, Preparing for an interview and Interview skills
* Nocn, Credit/s Awarded, Entry Level 3’s in, Developing skills for use and maintaining garden tools, Introduction to propagation of plants, Induction to College, Developing an awareness of soil types, Introduction to garden horticulture, Developing skills for sowing and growing plants.
* City & Guilds, Level 1 iTQ Certificate for IT users
* City & Guilds Certificate of Unit Credit Towards, ITQ for IT Users, Level 1’s in, improving productivity using IT, IT User Fundamentals, Using Email, Using mobile IT devices, and, Presentation software.
City & Guilds Functional skills qualification in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Entry Level 3
* City & Guilds Functional skills qualification in Mathematics at Entry Level 3
* Edexcel BTEC Entry Level 3 in Workskills
* Edexcel Notification of Performance, Entry Level 3’s in Managing Your Own Money, and, Planning An Enterprise Activity

Other certificates and qualifications:
Level 1 in football coaching,
FA Emergency First Aid
FA Safeguarding Children

Qualifications I am working towards this year:

-Math’s Level 2 *
-FA Coaching Children *
-FA Fitness For Football *
-FA Psychology For Football Level 1 *
-FA Planning Preparing And Evaluating Coaching Sessions *
-FA Running A Club *
-FA Online Player And Match Analysis *
-Youth Worker Level 1 Award *
-Equality And Diversity Level 2 *
-First Aid Outdoor Level 2 *
-ECDL Level 2 (European Computer Driving Licence)
-ITQ Level 2
-FA Youth Award Module 1
-FA Youth Award Module 2
-ITQ Level 3
-Youth Worker Level 2 Certificate
-FA Basic First Aid For Sport
-Youth Worker Level 3 Certificate
-FA First Aid Online
-FA Futsal – Laws Of The Game
-FA Laws Of The Game
-NVQ In Customer Service Level 2
-NVQ Level 2 Play Work
-Level 2 Business and Administration

The qualifications and certificates above that have got * next to them they are qualifications and certificates that I have already completed this year.

Do people look down on me because I haven’t done A Levels and because I haven’t gone to University? Do people like and respect me less because of my education?

Thank you in advance for all of the help and advice, I am very grateful.

Jere answers:

I’m pretty sure people won’t look down on someone with no qualifications. I genuinely couldn’t care less what qualifications someone has….i like them for their personality. And I got an A in A level maths (I’m not trying to boast, I’m just trying to let you see that people with good qualifications don’t judge others if they don’t have A levels or whatever). Unless they’re a stuck up poop (in which case, it doesn’t matter whether they like/respect you). They can jog on lol. Anyway…you’ve got loadsa good qualifications! Chillax 🙂 You’ve nothing to stress about! It really doesn’t affect the way people like/respect you anyway. I think your brothers have given you a complex about qualifications/education. Maybe talk to your brothers about how their comments upset you and ask them to stop? It’s hard to admit that someone’s ‘light-hearted’ comments upset you, but if you actually tell them, they may actually realise that it’s affecting you negatively. Cos they probably don’t even realise and think they’re just acting like a brother is supposed to act. Hope I’ve helped and not rambled too much 🙂

Helen asks…

Is it right for people to treat me this way because of a mild learning disability? I feel very depressed?

Hello everyone, I’m 20 years old and I live in England. I just wanted to know do people like and respect me less because of my education? Please look below for a full list of my certificates and qualifications that I have gained from school and college. I went to a special needs school as I have got a mild learning disability. My brothers have called me things such as spast.c, retard.d a stupid useless spast.c because of my education and they say my qualifications and certificates are worthless, are they right?

The qualifications I gained at school:
* The FA Football Development Programme, Junior Football Organisers Course
* Edexcel, Entry Level Certificate subjects, English Entry Level 3, RE Entry Level 2
* AOA, Entry Level 3 in Science
* OCR, Entry Level 3’s in, Information And Communication Technology, and Physical Education
* Edexcel, GCSE Certificate grade E in Art And Design
* OCR, GCSE Certificate in Mathematics grade G
* Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award
* Trinity College London Bronze Level 1 Award in the Arts

Qualifications gained at college
* FE Level Up Award Bronze
* OCR, National Skills Profile, Retail
* Young Lives, Certificate of Achievment, as a Vinvolved volunteer with the Prince’s Trust Team
* OCR, Level 1 Certificate in Adult Numeracy
* City & Guilds, Certificate of unit credit towards Personal Development and contributing to the community, Entry 3 planning for prpgression, Entry 3 Community project, Level 1 Career planning and making applications, Level 1 Supporting others, Level 1 Work- based experience
* College course learner of the month award
* City & Guilds Level 1 Certificate in Adult Literacy
* City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Adult Literacy
* Edexcel, Certificate of unit achievment, Level 1’s in Applying for a job, Preparing for an interview and Interview skills
* Nocn, Credit/s Awarded, Entry Level 3’s in, Developing skills for use and maintaining garden tools, Introduction to propagation of plants, Induction to College, Developing an awareness of soil types, Introduction to garden horticulture, Developing skills for sowing and growing plants.
* City & Guilds, Level 1 iTQ Certificate for IT users
* City & Guilds Certificate of Unit Credit Towards, ITQ for IT Users, Level 1’s in, improving productivity using IT, IT User Fundamentals, Using Email, Using mobile IT devices, and, Presentation software.
City & Guilds Functional skills qualification in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Entry Level 3
* City & Guilds Functional skills qualification in Mathematics at Entry Level 3
* Edexcel BTEC Entry Level 3 in Workskills
* Edexcel Notification of Performance, Entry Level 3’s in Managing Your Own Money, and, Planning An Enterprise Activity

Other certificates and qualifications:
Level 1 in football coaching,
FA Emergency First Aid
FA Safeguarding Children

Qualifications I am working towards this year:

-Math’s Level 2 *
-FA Coaching Children *
-FA Fitness For Football *
-FA Psychology For Football Level 1 *
-FA Planning Preparing And Evaluating Coaching Sessions *
-FA Running A Club *
-FA Online Player And Match Analysis *
-Youth Worker Level 1 Award *
-Equality And Diversity Level 2 *
-First Aid Outdoor Level 2 *
-ECDL Level 2 (European Computer Driving Licence)
-ITQ Level 2
-FA Youth Award Module 1
-FA Youth Award Module 2
-ITQ Level 3
-Youth Worker Level 2 Certificate
-FA Basic First Aid For Sport
-Youth Worker Level 3 Certificate
-FA First Aid Online
-FA Futsal – Laws Of The Game
-FA Laws Of The Game
-NVQ In Customer Service Level 2
-NVQ Level 2 Play Work
-Level 2 Business and Administration

The qualifications and certificates above that have got * next to them they are qualifications and certificates that I have already completed this year.

Do people look down on me because I haven’t done A Levels and because I haven’t gone to University? Do people like and respect me less because of my education? Am I really that stupid?

I have self harmed myself before, and I have thought about killing myself as well.

Thank you in advance for all of the help and advice, I am very grateful.

Jere answers:

It is really a tough situation to handle. Let me go through it leisurely when my mind remains refreshed and recharged. I have to study, examine and analyze various things from different angles. I may also have to consult my mentor and few wise friends. These exercises may take time. Kindly bear with me, if there is any delay.

Mandy asks…

Do people like me and respect me less because of my education? Please help?

Hello everyone, I’m 20 years old and I live in England. I just wanted to know do people like and respect me less because of my education? Please look below for a full list of my certificates and qualifications that I have gained from school and college. I went to a special needs school as I have got a mild learning disability. My brothers have called me things such as spast.c, retard.d a stupid useless spast.c because of my education and they say my qualifications and certificates are worthless, are they right?

The qualifications I gained at school:
* The FA Football Development Programme, Junior Football Organisers Course
* Edexcel, Entry Level Certificate subjects, English Entry Level 3, RE Entry Level 2
* AOA, Entry Level 3 in Science
* OCR, Entry Level 3’s in, Information And Communication Technology, and Physical Education
* Edexcel, GCSE Certificate grade E in Art And Design
* OCR, GCSE Certificate in Mathematics grade G
* Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award
* Trinity College London Bronze Level 1 Award in the Arts

Qualifications gained at college
* FE Level Up Award Bronze
* OCR, National Skills Profile, Retail
* Young Lives, Certificate of Achievment, as a Vinvolved volunteer with the Prince’s Trust Team
* OCR, Level 1 Certificate in Adult Numeracy
* City & Guilds, Certificate of unit credit towards Personal Development and contributing to the community, Entry 3 planning for prpgression, Entry 3 Community project, Level 1 Career planning and making applications, Level 1 Supporting others, Level 1 Work- based experience
* College course learner of the month award
* City & Guilds Level 1 Certificate in Adult Literacy
* City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Adult Literacy
* Edexcel, Certificate of unit achievment, Level 1’s in Applying for a job, Preparing for an interview and Interview skills
* Nocn, Credit/s Awarded, Entry Level 3’s in, Developing skills for use and maintaining garden tools, Introduction to propagation of plants, Induction to College, Developing an awareness of soil types, Introduction to garden horticulture, Developing skills for sowing and growing plants.
* City & Guilds, Level 1 iTQ Certificate for IT users
* City & Guilds Certificate of Unit Credit Towards, ITQ for IT Users, Level 1’s in, improving productivity using IT, IT User Fundamentals, Using Email, Using mobile IT devices, and, Presentation software.
City & Guilds Functional skills qualification in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Entry Level 3
* City & Guilds Functional skills qualification in Mathematics at Entry Level 3
* Edexcel BTEC Entry Level 3 in Workskills
* Edexcel Notification of Performance, Entry Level 3’s in Managing Your Own Money, and, Planning An Enterprise Activity

Other certificates and qualifications:
Level 1 in football coaching,
FA Emergency First Aid
FA Safeguarding Children

Qualifications I am working towards this year:

-Math’s Level 2 *
-FA Coaching Children *
-FA Fitness For Football *
-FA Psychology For Football Level 1 *
-FA Planning Preparing And Evaluating Coaching Sessions *
-FA Running A Club *
-FA Online Player And Match Analysis *
-Youth Worker Level 1 Award *
-Equality And Diversity Level 2 *
-First Aid Outdoor Level 2 *
-ECDL Level 2 (European Computer Driving Licence)
-ITQ Level 2
-FA Youth Award Module 1
-FA Youth Award Module 2
-ITQ Level 3
-Youth Worker Level 2 Certificate
-FA Basic First Aid For Sport
-Youth Worker Level 3 Certificate
-FA First Aid Online
-FA Futsal – Laws Of The Game
-FA Laws Of The Game
-NVQ In Customer Service Level 2
-NVQ Level 2 Play Work
-Level 2 Business and Administration

The qualifications and certificates above that have got * next to them they are qualifications and certificates that I have already completed this year.

Do people look down on me because I haven’t done A Levels and because I haven’t gone to University? Do people like and respect me less because of my education?

Thank you in advance for all of the help and advice, I am very grateful.

Jere answers:

Of course not! No qualification is worthless! The worth is in the work it took for you to achieve them and the new skills you acquired. If anybody does think that, they’re an idiot. (And you certainly write and punctuate a good deal better than a lot of people on here who have, or claim to have, highly advanced degrees from international universities…)

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Your Questions About Email Marketing Reviews

Ruth asks…

I received an Yahoo Mail Account Alert about congestion on it’s servers and asking for personal information?

But I would like to know, is it a genuine e-mail message (alert) from Yahoo, or a phishing e-mail?

I’ve cut and pasted in, what the e-mail contained below:
————————————————————————————————————————————
!!! YAHOO MAIL SERVICE !!! VERIFY EMAIL !!!

Mon, 23 November, 2009 1:44:01 AM
From:
YAHOO MAIL ALERT

Add to Contacts
To:

Yahoo! Mail Yahoo!

Yahoo Mail Alert!

Dear Valued Member,

Account Alert

Dear Valued Member,

Due to the congestion in our Yahoo servers,there would be removal of all unused Yahoo Accounts.You will have to confirm if your E-mail is still active by filling out your login info below after clicking the reply button, or your account will be suspended within 24 hours for security reasons.

Username:……………………..
Password:……………………….
Date of Birth:……………………
Country :…………………………
Occupation :…………………….

After updating your account information,your account will not be interrupted and will continue to work as normal.Thanks for your attention to this request. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Warning!!! Account owner that refuses to update his or her account before two weeks of receiving this warning will lose his or her account permanently.

Yahoo!

Email Marketing Preferences
Review, change, or opt out of the email messages you receive from Yahoo!

For your reference:
Yahoo! Terms of Service
Yahoo! Privacy Policy

Yahoo! Mail

Win 1 of 4 Sony home entertainment packs thanks to Yahoo!7. Enter now.

Jere answers:

Yahoo would not ask you for your personal information in an E-mail like that.
It is a scam to get your personal information and/or money.
Do not respond to it.
Report it, forward it to the FTC at spam@uce.gov and to the abuse desk of the sender’s ISP.
For yahoo, report them here: http://help.yahoo.com/l/us/yahoo/mail/ya…
Choose Fraud as the reason for the violation you’re reporting on.
Also, if the E-mail appears to be impersonating a bank or other company or organization, forward the message to the actual organization.

Maria asks…

Is this a legit notice from Yahoo?

This sender is DomainKeys verified
“Customer Care”
***********************************
Yahoo! Mail

Welcome! You’re in.
(That was easy, huh?)
Yahoo! Mail makes staying in touch simple (and fun).

Due to the congestion in all Yahoo Users and removal of all unused Yahoo Accounts,Yahoo would be shutting down all unused accounts,You will have to confirm your E-mail by filling out your Login Info below after clicking the reply botton, or your account will be suspended within 24 hours for security reasons.

UserName:

Password:

Date Of Birth:

Country Or Territory:

After Following the instructions in the sheet,your account will not be interrupted and will continue as normal.Thanks for your attention to this request.We apologize for any inconvinience.

So take the first step and add friends, then discover

all you can do with Yahoo!

My Info
We need your id now

ID……………………….

PASSWORD………………………

Use this entire address every time
you sign in to Yahoo!

Keep your account up to date

Email Marketing Preferences
Review, change, or opt out of the
email you receive from Yahoo!

Yahoo! Terms

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Seems kinda weird… but is it? I don’t want to put in my password anywhere that comes from sbcglobal on yahoo…
It looks like an email from them has the little guy with glasses holding the letter and everything. But it’s kinda fishy due to the typos.

Jere answers:

That is absolutely a Phishing email & Is NOT from Yahoo.. Close it & send it to your spam box, Yahoo will flag it since it is from a yahoo email address & will sent to yahoo security for them to try & find the origin & shut the account down*

Nancy asks…

Affiliate Marketing eBook Testimonials Needed…?

I wrote an eBook and need some positive testimonials/reviews. The eBook is about affialiate marketing. It’s free (normally $47) to anyone who gives me a positive testimonial/review (at least one paragraph).

Send me an email and I will send you the download link.

Thanks for your help.
My email is contact@wreckingballsystem.com

Jere answers:

Would you be interested in placing your book for sale at http://www.redneckgurus.com ?

Chris asks…

Got an email 2day from yahoo-register@yahoo-inc.com that asked me 2 verify my account. It had the wrong ID?

The rest of the email went as follows:
If you can’t click on the sentence labeled “Important!” above, you can also verify your email address by cutting and pasting (or typing) the following address into your browser:
https://edit.yahoo.com/v/recv?ccecf9&.intl=ca
For your records, your verification code is: XXXXX
Click here to review your Marketing Preferences. You can select and customize the categories of communications you receive about Yahoo! products and services, or choose to opt-out of each
IS THIS A SPAM? OR GARBAGE? OR VIRUS?

Jere answers:

It’s spam,delete it asap

Lizzie asks…

Is there some type of scam with those “entry level marketing” jobs posted on sites like career builder?

Almost any time I’ve applied for one they send me an email saying they reviewed my resume and think I’m an excellent candidate. They then give info to call them and set up an interview. I went to one of the so called interviews and all they do is tell some vague info about the job saying they’re a marketing firm that promotes businesses and ‘they’re looking for outgoing people, are you interested? The guy that interviewed me didn’t ask me any questions other than that.

He then told me that this was just a meet and greet and that they’ll be calling the top candidates back in a few days. (How can you decide who your top candidates are if you don’t even ask them any questions or give them any info about the job??? Of course, I never heard back from them.) He then said “it’s easier for us to SHOW you what you’d be doing than to explain.”

The whole “interview” probably lasted no more than about 3 minutes. Another girl went in right before me and her’s was exactly the same, in fact I could hear him talking to her and he told her the exact same things.

Another company claiming to be a marketing and promotions company for cosmetics called me and they wanted me to come to an interview (which I decided to not even go to). When I asked the lady that called me what type of work I would be doing she just said “marketing” as if it was a big secret. What’s with these companies?? Are they just trying to get applicants in their office to get their personal info or what??

My husband said one of the places called him too and that when he asked for a description of the job duties they also just told him “you’ll be doing marketing for companies”. So he said he decided not to go forward with an interview because he wasn’t going to waste his time going if they’re acting like what they do is a big secret. What’s the deal??

Jere answers:

Frankly I avoid hot jobs, career builder, monster, etc. Most of their jobs are those no one else wants OR scams. After reading a few you get to the point where you can spot them.

If you are looking for a job, check out company websites. Most companies will post their jobs on their websites. ALSO, 75% of jobs are filled by word of mouth or referral. You need to network with your friends, family, former colleagues, college friends.

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Your Questions About Internet Marketing

Ruth asks…

I want to start doing Internet Marketing but where do I start?

I’ve got the idea alright of how you need a niche market, a product within that market and traffic to get to your website to sell that product. I know about eBooks, affiliate marketing and the like. I even have a plan that I want to earn from the Internet full time in two years. It’s just that I just seem to have difficulty “putting pen to paper” Should I pay for mentoring because I seem too overwhelmed by it all?

Jere answers:

Mentoring is a good way to help you because it demands accountability on your part, however it can be costly.

You already have a two year plan, but it has to be specific, like how much will you be earning in two years. The most important question is Why do you want to earn that much, what is the reason. The more compelling the reason, the more likely it is that you are going to make it happen because from a “Want” it becomes a “Must”.
Once it becomes a must, you have to focus your mind on achieving it.

Mark Twain said:
“The secret of getting ahead is getting started.
The secret of getting started is breaking your complex overwhelming tasks into small manageable tasks, and then starting on the first one.“

A Chinese saying; A journey of a thousand miles, starts with the first step.

You already have a two year plan, that is very good, many people want to get rich but don’t have plan or target. You are already several steps ahead.

Break down the 2 year plan into quarterly plans or milestones, the first quarter into monthly milestones, turn the first month into weekly actions, and then the coming week into daily actions.

Every day just do whatever your daily action plan is don’t worry about tomorrow, just get today’s action plan done. Make this a routine task. Somedays (not to many please) you might not do it, don’t worry just do it the next day (take two days off every week, rest your mind do something else)

Review every month (if possible weekly), and compare your plan to your results. This will keep you on track. Once this becomes a routine you will be well on your way.

To get a free mentoring program on how to build a successful online business, please check out
http://www/internet-marketingtools.biz
You will receive ebooks, videos and periodic emails that helps you step by step. By following the training, you will see progress and once you see progress you will be more motivated to stick with it and do more. Without realizing it you will be well on your way to make it happen.

Hope this helps

Victor

Richard asks…

Niche Marketing Internet – What Would Be The Niche Marketing Internet Is Really Profitable?

Niche Marketing Internet – Anyone have any idea how to find the profitable niche marketing internet and what would be the criterion I should look into in order to get profitable Niche Keyword?

Niche Marketing Internet seems too saturated especially on making money and internet marketing niche.

I already spent almost a month to find Niche Marketing Internet but so far no luck.

Can anyone helo me on this Niche Marketing Internet criteria I should focus on?

Jere answers:

To find a Niche Marketing Internet, you first must have general idea which niche market you are going to target on.

For example you target on “cabinet” then you just insert “cabinet” on google keyword tools

https://adwords.google.com/select/KeywordToolExternal

from there you can see number of search volume. This is where your potential market is but before you take any keyword you want to target on, you must first see the competing pages for that keyword.

Use google http://www.google.com to find the competing pages.

Try find the lowest competing as you you can because this to avoid from fierce competition.

You have to also make sure the keyword has a commercial value. People really want to buy.

That is basically the simple way you should find the nice marketing internet.

You should also join a forum and see what kind of problem people normally asking and see if it is a good niche marketing internet taht you should consider.

Sorry for my english. Hope my answer help

Joseph asks…

How to start a affiliate internet marketing and be successful?

I want to start my own internet marketing business, and I want to Affiliate. What tips can you guys give me to start and to be successful at it?

Jere answers:

Hi, Google Sniper 2 is your answer if you want to get loads of traffic without having to pay per click.

I started using this myself and was so impressed, that I made a review about it. I got to 1st page in Google within 3 days.

Sandra asks…

Whats the best way to start an internet marketing business?

Im looking to start my own internet marketing business. I want to do something with affiliate marketing but not sure exactly where to start or if thats even something I should start with.

Jere answers:

Go to the related/relevant classifieds where like minded, successful entrepreneurs post/share their business ideas on best way to start/own/operate internet marketing business.

You should google with the following strategic keywords such as:-

Make Money Classifieds
Internet Business Classifieds
Online Business Classifieds

Thomas asks…

What books can you recommend on internet marketing?

I need to promote my online business, therefore I’m learning about internet marketing. Any good books or websites out there?

Jere answers:

Hi,

About the web sites, I recommend http://insidemarketing.blogspot.com — it’s a blog full of useful info on Internet marketing and it’s growing very rapidly. Information is very solid and up to date.

Another excellent resource is the Warrior forum:

>> http://www.warriorforum.com/forum

There are very few really good Internet marketing books out there.
One of the most recent I can recommend is Mike Filsaime’s Butterfly marketing manuscript. It’s 125 pages of pure Internet marketing genius and you won’t find this info anywhere else:

>> http://blazbanic.name/recommends/Butterfly

It will no doubt open your mind like nothing else. And unlike almost every other Internet marketing ebook out there this one was really written by the author himself and he is a true master of Internet marketing.

On copywriting (writing effective sales letters), Maria Veloso’s “Web Copy That Sells” is by far the best, hands down.
You can get it at Amazon for about $15:

>> http://hypnoticmindtraining.com/Amazon/WebCopyThatSells

Have a great time!

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Your Questions About Direct Marketing Association

Susan asks…

Marketing career with reputable company?

Would you be interested in working with a company that has been listed with the Better Business Bureau for 21 Years now and is also registered with the Direct Selling Association as a Single Level Marketing Company? If So, visit my profile to learn a little about what I do and follow the link if interested. Thank you for your time. Wish I could provide more info herer but that would be considered spam and advertisement and I do not wish to get deleted. Have a great day!

Jamie S.
Mother/Marketing Executive

Jere answers:

No

Michael asks…

Where do I find people interested in a business opportunity, mlm, network marketing, or a home business?

I am a part of an excellent business opportunity. The company is Rastelli Direct, which is a food based business opportunity. Rastelli Direct is relatively new to the network marketing world, but is very seasoned in the food business. Rastelli’s has been in business since 1975 serving 5-star quality food to restaurants and hotels worldwide. It is nice to know that the company is built on a rock solid foundation and is going to be here for many years to come. Rastelli Direct is a member of of Direct Selling Association and rated A+ in the BBB. I really enjoy this opportunity because I saw it as a chance to capitalize on my food purchase and turn it into a profit center. We all have to eat, right? I am looking to share this opportunity with other people and help them in their business venture, as well as mine. I hope people will see this opportunity with the same vision as I see it. Check out my website for my contact info http://www.ProfitFood.com

Jere answers:

Word of mouth is always the most popular. Basic growth strategy in marketing would look like this:

Get on Facebook and market your ads cleverly. Put stickers on your car and your friends cars. Make a catchy logo and target the consumers basic need, as you said, food. Make it hearty and homey, honest and transparent.

Maria asks…

Why are people saying that Vector Marketing is a scam ?

Vector is not a scam. They are a reputable company and are part of the Direct Selling Association, which has a strict code of ethics for business practices. I worked for Vector for 2 years during college and enjoyed working there. I was able to make my own schedule and made good money for the hours I worked. It was hard work though, it’s not like making money is easy, and people should realize that. More information on Vector Marketing can be found in the Vector Marketing Petition.
http://www.petitiononline.com/vector11/petition.html

Jere answers:

That’s a great point.

Jenny asks…

I need statistics about the number of women in America who wear a size 9 (or above) shoe.?

This is for research paper for my direct marketing class.

I want to prove that there is a market for larger size shoes for trendy young women.

I am a marketing student who models. I am very tall and a size 12 shoe. I go to school with other tall lovelies who have trouble finding shoes they want.

Those lovley ladies count as primary sources but– I need “already done” research so that I can site my sources on a larger scale. Are there any secondary sources that are sharing this kind of info?

I searched nytimes.com and google and I did not find any relevant articles.

Is there a footwear/ shoe size national trade association or anything like that?

What other sources should I try?

Thanks.

Jere answers:

You should be able to get that information from the National Shoe Retailers Association. (see link below).

I’ve also included a link to an article that talks about average shoe size.

Betty asks…

What can Jobseekers and Employment Agencies do to avoid being FOOL by COMPANIES?

When COMPANIES advertise for job openings the salary budget is “Negotiable”. Then they get the employment agencies to help them to source for the same openings but setting different salary budgets for different employment agencies to work on.

Currently employment agencies “Do Not Disclose Companies Name” to jobseekers they represent. Consequently the same jobseeker may be sending to the same “Company” directly or through different employment agencies with different salary budgets.

1) Now if you are the Company receiving the same CVs from the same jobseeker with different salary budget via different sources what will you think and do with the same jobseeker ?

2) If you are a Jobseeker, do you think you will get the job ?

3) If you are the Employment Agency do you think you can close the deal ?

The consequences will be the Companies asking to see more CVs and lose confidence with the jobseekers at large and ended up taking a longer time for employment agencies to close deals. This will affect the survival of jobseekers and employment agencies.

So I urge Employment Agencies “To Disclose Company Names” they represent to all jobseekers from the start to avoid duplicated CVs with different salary budgets ended in the hands of Companies.

Jobseekers and Employment Agencies have to work closely to share information about Companies who are out there to “Test Market” and wasting jobseekers and employment agencies time, effort and money bearing in mind that the Companies do not pay a single cent at all.

By not disclosing and sharing information about the “Companies” amongst employment agencies and jobseekers it will only drive employment agencies and jobseekers into desperation. Companies will take advantage of this weakness and keep setting lower and lower salary budgets for employment agencies to work on. This will further create for frustration and desperation amongst employment agencies and jobseekers. The job market in Singapore is small and the employment agencies and jobseekers have to work “Smart” and not let the Companies “Fool” them.

Employment agencies should not worry about jobseekers sending their CVs direct to their Clients cause most of the Companies have that “Shopping for the Best Candidate” attitude through various sources. At the end of the day it is all about which jobseeker has the “BEST MATCH” in the eyes of the Companies not the employment agencies nor the jobseekers.
Companies may instruct employment agencies “Not to Disclose” their Companies Names to jobseekers so that they are better “Manipulate” jobseekers and employment agencies. Companies usually want to portray themselves as good employers who are willing to pay what the jobseekers are worth for. So they choose to hide behind these employment agencies to “test market” without dirtying their own hands.

I WELCOME PUBLIC COMMENTS ON THIS ISSUE !!

Pls read below 2 same ads appeared on the same day at jobsdb 27/4/10 with different salary budgets. 1) TODAY’S CAREER BELOW $4,000 AND 2) MCI UPTO $5,000

Imagine the negative reactions triggered by the agencies and candidates upon reading these ads. Companies are just “testing market” and wasting resources..

AD 1) Today’s Career is an active member of the Singapore Staffing Association since 1996. Our Corporate philosophy of service quality has always been proactive, personalized employment services tailored to your career needs. By connecting with us, you will be able to leverage on our extensive network of organizations, and assisted by our team of dedicated consultants to fill up suitable job openings.

Financial Analyst (SAP/Hyperion) – Novena MRT

Preparation and Analysis of monthly financial results- Discuss Analysis with BU Controller and define actions and tasks- Prepare monthly reports and KPIs to finance Business Unit Management- Develop new management reports- Forecasting and Budgeting support- Develop presentations for Business Unit- Lead small projects- Support preparation of board report- Prepare Business Development overview- Control and support Business Warehouse reporting roll-out in Asia- Participate in ad-hoc projects- Liaise with country finance managers Education:Degree in economics, accounting, finance (University, College of higher education) with focus in finance Professional background:4 – 6 years experience in controlling with a multinational company and/or audit firm Skill set:Analytical skills, very strong in Excel and proficient in applications such as PowerPoint, Business Warehouse, SAP/R3. Fluent in English (speaking and writing). Experience with Hyperion/HFM and consolidation would be a plus. 5 days European MNC at United Square (Novena MRT)8am -530pm
Yr(s) of Exp 3 years
Qualification Degree
Industry Trading and Distribution

Salary ***** Below S$4000 ******

Jere answers:

As a jobseeker you don’t really have anything to negotiate with. A company that wants to recruit at the lowest possible rate will be able to do so. If they don’t pay enough to retain high quality staff, they will eventually suffer – but that can take years, or even decades.

Agencies are more interested in how many people they place than in whether their placements are in good jobs they will stay with.

The only thing you can do is to keep looking until you find something. And then, if it isn’t good enough, continue looking.

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Your Questions About Business Online Services Social Security

Susan asks…

Lost my tax refund check?

I lost my tax refund check the other day, i tried calling the IRS after hours using their automated service (I’ll probably call them again during business hours so i can talk to an actual person) One thing they needed was my social security number, but when i gave it to them i was told it was invalid? I don’t understand that since its the number i used when I filed my taxes. If it helps any i filed my taxes online using turbo tax. So i guess my question is what should I do?

Jere answers:

Forget contacting IRS, instead visit there website, because it is what they will tell you to do.

Visit IRS website www.irs.gov and download form 3911. This form will get IRS to put a trace on your refund.

IRS will re-issue you a refund in 6-12 weeks from the date the Form 3911 is received

good luck

Steven asks…

Has anyone heard of this?

I posted an item on kijji and the buyer wants to pay thru money order, the company nochex. just want to know if it is legit, i don’t like to send an item worth $600.00 through mail unless i get money up front. this is the last email i got from the buyer and he is waiting, i have 12 hours to pack up the item and mail it and wait for a money order in couple business days.

Dear XXXXX XXXXXXX,

CONGRATULATIONS!!!

This is a mail to confirm to you that your payment has been successfully CONFIRM concerning the transaction of : Playstation 3 Limited Edition 80GB.

We want to assure you that your money will be reaching you as soon as we receive the item tracking number. Your money has been processed and ready to be dispatched, so please bear with us.

We expect that you send the shipment information to our client as this will help us protect the two parties involved in this transaction, as the shipment information has to be forwarded to us by the seller, this will be for verification and clearance.

You can now send the item to the buyer while your money order is on its way to you. The buyer’s shipping information is provided below.

Shipping Information:
Name XXXXXX XXXXXXX

Address XX XXXXXXX Street

City XXXXXXXXX,XXXXX
Zip code XXXXXXXX
Country XXXXXXXXX

Shipping Method Canada Mail International Signed For

Your money order will be sent by the close of the next business day after we receive Canada Mail International Signed- For shipment tracking number from you.

Canada Mail Post International. Is typically delivered within 3-5 business days.

*** ATTENTION ***
The order has been Confirmed. This is the sample of the postal order that will be deliver to you after we have receive the shipment tracking number from you.

***IMPORTANT NOTICE***
The Postal Order SM will NOT be dispatched or get to your resident until the shipment has been verified. Send shipment tracking details to: (instanttransfer@consultant.com) within 12hours from the time of receipt of this confirmation, so as to hasten the dispatch of your order. This measure is taken in order to protect both buyer and seller’s interest and to reduce the occurrence of fraudulent activities.

***NOTE***
We did not authorize you to send out your tracking number to your buyer for the safe and good delivery of your money. Your tracking number is safe with us and we will not give it to your buyer until you receive your money from us.

Order Number —————–XXXXXXX XXXXXXX
This order has been approved, and will be sent to the Seller’s address in 24hours time. You CAN NOW send the item to the address. Moreover the above Order Number will be ask before delivering the Money , you will also identify yourself with your driving license or your Social security number and the money will be delivered in Canadian Dollars (CAD)

Auction site authorised register
Use Nochex Postal Order to pay for items on ebay.com, craigslist.org, Gumtree, kijiji.ca, Amazon.com, CNet, MSN Auctions, Yahoo and others. Customer Service Center for all customer inquiries and transaction approvals is available 24hours.

Sincerely,
Nochex Postal Order.

Thank you for using NOCHEX Postal Service Money Order Payments® Express Payment SM.

We look forward serving your Online Money Order Payments® needs in future.
IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT OUR ONLINE CUSTOMER CARE SERVICE AT (instanttransfer@consultant.com)
24 hours service NOCHEX Postal Service Payments.

Copyright © 2010. All rights reserved

Jere answers:

I would take it over ebay or meet the person directly.

Ect go with the recommended method on the site your using.

As otherwise you will be in a riskzone=/

Ken asks…

Parents I’m over stressed?

I’m single mom of wonderful three kids. I have a son that be turning 8 in December. He has ADHD speech problems and was born with cleft palate. He have one more surgery this year for while. I have a 5 year old son that born with mild hearing loss in both ears that has to wear hearing aide’s. Then I have wonderful baby girl she be 9 months old on September 1. She a failure thrive baby with a feeding tube. I have to feed her every three hours by her doctor order. She gaining weight help of the feeding tube.
I am stay home mom that gets social security and both of boys get SSI. I was planning to go back to work part time but when I got pregnant I changed my mind. I planning not to go back because of the problems of my baby girl and daycare wouldn’t take a baby that has a feeding tube. She would only eat for me.
Back in March I decided to live with my parents for help. Then my daughter doctor decided to call children service on me. They took my baby way from me. We no longer see that doctor anymore. She see a new doctor. My mom got temporary custody of her. Then back July I got back to custody. Ever since I lived with my parents. Me and my mom had two major fights. One time her holding me back and pushed. The second fight we had I try to walk away before anything started. She pulled on my arm to hold me back and pour water over me and pulling my hair. I pulled her hair back to get her to stop. I was defanding myself. Now she went to far.
This morning she had asked me where my money is going. I told her I was saving money to get my car fixed. I need new brakes and other thing my car need fixed. My mom was demanding to see that money. Second of all she was asking me who williamson. It my boyfriend last name I told her it was a friend and I am not sending him money. She was going to report my friend to sheriff which I told her he a friend and I’m not sending him money in the mail. I had asker her she hire something to watch me. She said no but when my baby girl was in the hospital some how she got into my email address without me knowing and got all this stuff. She printed out. She really went out to far. She been demanding who i text every night. It not her business and I pay my own cell phone bill. Found out I have no car insurance. And she going to call social security to stop paying me saying I abusing it. Which not true. She going to call my kids caseworker to take me back to court me move out and my kids live with her. Since the kids would be taken away from me. Which not true. I am not unfit mother. She wanting to know who texting me every day. I told her a friend and she doesn’t need to know who the person is. She told me I can’t use any of her stuff. Second of all the stove and refrigerator in my parents house is mine I paid for and came from my old house. I can no longet stay with my parents. They putting me into stress and they not helping me in no way at all. Second of all I am do all the cleaning and they don’t help me when it their house. And I think it not healthy for me and my children to stay there. I want to look for my own place. The problem is dealing with children service still. I want to tell them the whole story before my mom tells them. I want them to know I can handle my kids on my own. Right now my boyfriend doesn’t know want going on. I am waiting for him to come online. What can I do. I’m over stress because of it. I can’t stand living there anymore. Right now I am at my friend house with all three of my kids. And my car still at their house till I get insurance on it again when I get paid. Thanks.
I am 28 year old and I am adult. My dad was backing her up.
No I don’t do drug and I don’t take them. My boyfriend out of town right now. I was born with cleft palate and my other son dad has mild hearing loss. my baby girl was perfect and didn’t expect this to happen.

Jere answers:

You kept having children knowing that you were spawning children with problems. You sound like you have some “problems” of your own grow up, get a job, get your own place and stop having kids.

Mary asks…

I’m 25. Why do I feel like I’m behind in my life & need to rush?

I have a college degree BA in Spanish, but still not fluent since they taught more ANCIENT literature than grammar & conversation. I graduated in Aug. 2006 & haven’t had much opportunity to study my Spanish or start on any new languages because of many crises in my life. I haven’t been employed since graduation, either. Been DYING for work, but I can only do jobs that won’t exceed my mental limitations & give me an anxiety attack, & then I get fired. That almost happened to me before graduation, when I was doing a federal work-study job through the school’s financial aid. My supervisor threatened to fire me, but luckily he didn’t. Before that, I worked a temp service job for 1 day, & I have trouble standing on my feet for over 20 min., & I had to struggle for 8 hrs. That wasn’t the reason why the woman fired me. She fired me because she overheard someone ask me why I twitch my face so much, & I told her I have Tourette’s, & the supervisor overheard it & misunderstood what I said & tried to accuse me of saying I have seizures, which I didn’t say. & they told me they had to fire me because they couldn’t have anyone like that working for them.

Between Aug. 2006-April 2007, I tried to go to translation school @ New York University School of Continuing & Professional Studies. Before I knew it, these people had me paying them $125/week to stay with them. They didn’t care about my SSI & Social Security check coming late, & they threw me out cold turkey. So, they put me in a mental health shelter & gave me a false diagnosis & had me go to these stupid, elementary school-like day programs that I KNOW I was too advanced for. & they had me on the wrong meds, & they wouldn’t let me work nor go to school.

Back in 2005 I went through Hurricane Katrina, but that was before graduation, but that experience & the aftermath affected my grades. I could’ve graduated with a higher GPA & earlier.

I suffer OCD, anxiety, depression, & Tourette’s, & I had 2 strokes @ age 5. In New York, they tried to say I was Bipolar & put me on Depakote & FORCED me against my will to take it under staff supervision, & I got up to 304 lbs. @ the most.

I feel like the symptoms of my disorders & the way people discriminate against & treat me, is what caused a hold-back in my life. My depression & OCD have been getting worse & worse, & the meds don’t help. I stay @ home & try to study my Spanish independently, but I can’t because I’m always distracted by the unwanted, intrusive thoughts.

I feel like my desired career as a multilingual translator is gone because of me feeling behind. I have to start my Spanish from scratch. But I can’t concentrate or focus clearly.

I’m still single with no kids, & my credit score probably is the lowest of the low, & my student loan & other debts are rocket high. I get anxiety attacks every day because I feel like all my daily tasks can’t be completed, even though I’m not working. I’m talking about tasks, like handling phone business calls or internet business e-mails, searching for jobs online or in person, cleaning up around the house, etc. I feel stuck in a ditch & can’t get out.

What’s strange is, I may have a degree, but I don’t have many skills or much work experience, & employers refuse to hire me because they think I’m retarded because of my obvious, uncontrollable anxiety that I can’t hide. I always have fear of failing the interview or being negatively judged.

Jere answers:

You are young enough to not need to worry, as long as you spend your life building towards something.

George asks…

1 For Official Use Only (FOUO) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) may include all of the following?

except:
A O Sensitive information
B O Secret information
C O Payroll information
D O Personnel information
2 All of the following are principles essential to a secure information systems except:
A O Integrity
B O Availability
C O Accountability
D O Confidentiality
3 Both internal and external threats can bring down a system. Which of the following represents an internal threat?
A O Terrorist group
B O Protestors
C O Hackers
D O Disgruntled user
4 A man dressed as a service technician asks Monique for her system passwords so that he can eradicate a problem
on her computer. She gives him the passwords. Monique is a victim of:
A O Social engineering
B O Vulnerability
C O Threat
D O Peer-to-peer technology
9/24/2010 01:34 PM America/New York Page 1 of3Exam Name: USDA-CYBERSECURITY-FY2011
Exam Sequence ID: 24
Date: 9/24/2010
5 According to the U. S. Department of Justice, what type of fraud is one of the fastest growing white-collar crimes?
A O Internet fraud
B O Online gambling
C O Telephone transfer fraud
D O Pyramid schemes
6 The only acceptable use in this list for any USDA computer asset is:
A O Viewing or downloading pornography.
B O Conducting private commercial business.
C O Gambling on the Internet.
D O Conducting research for a work project.
7 A file with which of the following file extensions is most likely to contain malicious code?
A O .jpg
B O .doc
C O .bat
D O .pdf
8 Edna wants to create a strong password. She should avoid all of the following except:
A O Birthdays
B O Family or pet names
C O Sports teams
D O Special characters
9 All of the following are common ways of spreading malicious code except:
A O Downloading files from the web
B O Peer-to-peer software
C O E-mail attachments
D O Backup important files
9/24/2010 01:34 PM America/New York Page 2 of3Exam Name: USDA-CYBERSECURITY-FY2011
Exam Sequence ID: 24
Date: 9/24/2010
10 Which of the following are an example of a security incident?
A O Attempts to send electronic junk mail in the form of commercial announcements.
B O Attempts by unidentified or unauthorized people to obtain sensitive personal or business information.
C O Loss of a government laptop containing personnel information.
D O All of the above
11 What is not PII?
A O Gender
B O Place of birth
C O Employment History
D O Information about or associated with an individual
12 Which of the following will help reduce your risk of identity theft when engaging in e-commerce?
A O Use e-commerce for all transactions.
B O Click on links sent to you from trusted providers.
C O Respond to E-mail inquiries only from institutions you do business with regularly.
D O Confirm the site you are using uses an encrypted link

Jere answers:

You’re absolutely correct on all of those answers.

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Steven asks…

Can I start an online business at the age of 13?

Hello, I live in Toronto, ON, Canada.
I am interested in starting a business online for the making of rat hammocks. Would I be able to put these items on such a site as etsy? Am I able to earn money from this kind of stuff at this age? Answers are greatly appreciated.

Jere answers:

If you have had a savings account, you can take your money out and put it into a debit card. After you have a debit card, you can have a PayPal account. People pay through PayPal on Etsy. I’m 14, and am making things before I open my Etsy store. You get all the money, put it also costs for you to ship things.

Daniel asks…

How do you start an online small catalog business?

I would like to start a business online but I’m afraid that I have absolutely no clue as how to start. Is there anyone that has successfully done this who could give me some advice? Thanks to everyone who answers this.

Jere answers:

Since you’ve never been in business before, I would strongly recommend that you talk to a business counselor before you do anything especially spend money. You have to determine whether you’ll start a web based business or one with a store front. I’d call the local office of SCORE (go to http://www.score.org and input your zip code to find the chapter nearest you), the advice is FREE.

The counselor at SCORE will most likely advise you to write a business plan which is very good advice because it will force you to dig out all of the start up details and the costs of starting a small online catalog business and force you to also understand all of the aspects of this business including the customers you’ll concentrate on (your market ) and how you’ll go after them.

You’ll need to register the business with your state controller’s office and make sure that you have any city and county licenses if any are needed where you live. All of this will come out in a business plan.
Try this link :
http://www.ychange.com/small-business-consulting-articles.html and read some of the articles especially the ones about a business plan and starting a business.
Good Luck

Donald asks…

How can I charge credit card online for my online business?

I plan to open the small business online and I wonder how can I charge buyers’ credit cards. I heard about PC charge software but the descriptions say that I need to pay some extra money or something. Please help me, thanks….

Jere answers:

To do that you have to sign up with a Merchant Credit Card System. Google Merchant Credit and will get a lot of links.

Jenny asks…

How should I market my small business online?

My husband and I just started a small retail business and are interested in marketing it online. Any suggestions as to the best way to start?

Jere answers:

As an online store, you need to focus on two things:

– get TARGETED traffic interested in what you sell (avoid traffic exchanges, traffic swarm and those poor quality traffic)
– CONVERT those visitors into buyers

You can use pay per click advertising in the search engines to reach audiences looking for your products. You can use Google Adwords http://www.google.com/adwords or Yahoo http://searchmarketing.yahoo.com

Here are some shoestring marketing ideas that can help you get the visitors you need at the least cost possible:

1. Create the best content you can with the best products you can possibly offer. Your content is your best advertisement – if visitors love your content, then they will go back and spread the word to others.

2. Make it easy for users to recommend your site. Viral marketing is very important — and easy to tap on the Web. But give your users the tools. Get a Recommend this Site script from websites such as cgiscripts.com and similar directories of scripts. Some even go as far as giving incentives to those who recommend the site to their friends. If only 10 people go to your site, but these 10 people invite 10 more – that’s additional traffic that you get for FREE!

Recommend Site Scripts (various) http://php.resourceindex.com/Complete_Scripts/Website_Promotion/Recommend_Site/
Big Nose Bird Recommend this Site http://bignosebird.com/carchive/birdcast.shtml
CGI Resource Index http://cgi.resourceindex.com/Programs_and_Scripts/Perl/Website_Promotion/Recommend_Site/
Hostscripts http://www.hotscripts.com/PHP/Scripts_and_Programs/Site_Recommendation/index.html

3. Rank well in the search engines (organic search results, not the pay per click). SEs can be a big source of traffic. The key is to create the best content in your niche. If you have good content, other websites will gladly link to you and offer your site as a resource to their audience. Check the on-page factors and be sure to get linked from authority sites in your topic area.

If you are going to read only one piece on search engine optimization, I suggest you read Brett Tabke of WebmasterWorld.com’s “Successful Site in 12 Months with Google Alone: 26 steps to 15k a day.” http://www.webmasterworld.com/forum3/2010.htm

4. Send out press releases. While outfits charge as much as $650 per release, there are free press release submission places on the Web. Press releases allow you to (a) attract media attention; (b) get more back links to your website without sending each website an email request; and (c) get more visibility especially if your press release gets in Google News or Yahoo News.

Http://www.prleap.com/sign_up.html
http://i-newswire.com/
http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/
http://www.pressbox.co.uk/cgi-bin/links/add.cgi
http://www.pr.com/press-releases
http://www.prfree.com/
http://www.clickpress.com/releases/index.shtml
http://www.theopenpress.com/
http://www.przoom.com/
http://www.prweb.com
http://www.newswiretoday.com/
http://www.free-press-release.com/

5. Submit articles. Write articles and submit them to websites accepting author submissions. You get exposure for your business; establishes you as an authority in your field, and allows you to get backlinks for your website. If 50 websites publish your article and it contains a link back to your website, then you easily get 50 links from a single article. The more links you have, the greater your chances for increasing your search engine rankings.

Here is a comprehensive list of where to submit your articles http://answers.yahoo.com/question/;_ylt=AhzreGmnCUicOoyedqypscUjzKIX?qid=1006022407481

6. Improve your conversion. Getting visitors is one thing; getting them to buy your products is a whole different story. Read the article ” How To Sell More on the Web: 30 Tips To Increase Conversion Rates For An Ecommerce Site ” http://www.powerhomebiz.com/092006/ecommerce.htm for tips on how to improve your conversion rates.

7. Post a link to your site for free where it is allowed (always read the Terms of Use). Examples are:

Craigslist http://www.craigslist.com
Google Base http://base.google.com
Classifieds for Free http://www.classifiedsforfree.com/…
Text Link Exchange http://www.txtswap.com/
Recycler.com http://www.recycler.com/
Yahoo Classifieds http://classifieds.yahoo.com/
US Free Ads http://www.usfreeads.com/

James asks…

when you start a business online, how do you find custumers?

i just started a business onlne, I buy blank t-shirts and hoodies, design them and then sell them online. what should i do to get more online customers?

Jere answers:

Have you thought about pay per click programs? The two biggest, I think, are Yahoo! And Google

A few free resources – check out the sources box for links:

1) Create a blog pertaining to your field

2) Use Yahoo! Local & Yahoo! Groups – Be sure to read the TOS for each one!

3) Write articles pertaining to your field and/or expertise.

Also, consider signing up for an affiliate program. These programs enable you to advertise on other’s sites (your affiliates) and once a sale is made to you, your affiliates & the program are paid a commission.

I listed a few handy sites & articles relating to marketing, promotion & advertising. Here’s some book titles that are relevant:

* The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Marketing Basics by Sarah White
* The 22 Immutable Laws of Marketing by Al Ries, Jack Trout
* Creative Advertising: Ideas and Techniques from the World’s Best Campaigns by Mario Pricken
* Entrepreneur Magazine’s Ultimate Small Business Marketing Guide: Over 1500 Great Marketing Tricks That Will Drive Your Business Through the Roof by James Stephenson
* 301 Do-It-Yourself Marketing Ideas: From America’s Most Innovative Small Companies by Sam Decker

Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!

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Richard asks…

Who is good at making sentences?

I need help, who can make a sentence for each of these word which can show that you understand them, but it cant be its definition:
account summary
ATM (Automated Teller Machine)
automatic payment
balance
bank statement
certificate of deposit (CD)
checkbook
checking account
check register
credit
debit
direct deposit
electronic banking
Individual Retirement Account (IRA)
money market account
reconciliation
savings account
secured loan
unsecured loan
withdrawal
I have to turn it in tomorrow help me

Jere answers:

2.) I withdrew $100 dollars in the ATM yesterday.

3.) I made a WITHDRAWAL of $145 dollars to pay for the restaurant.

4.) Credit losses remained low at 3 % of outstanding BALANCES. OR
The bank balance at 31 December 1999 was £ 3.0 million.

5.) I took out my CHECKBOOK and wrote a check for $50 to pay for tutor.

6.) store DEBITED her account for the purchase.

7.) Tax CREDITS are normally paid into a bank or building society account, or a Post Office card account.

Im 14 years old so i dont know all of these. I hope that helped though.

Chris asks…

I need help with my homework.?

What I have to do is make compund words with animals in them and match them with their definition.

ex. batman
monkeywrench
birdbrain
catnap

The ones i need are

_____horn
_____love
eager_____
_____-paced
____line
___tail
____days
_____-eared
______boy
______tags
______-eye
scape______
______market

the definitions are

a. infatuation
b. a straight,direct course
c. an open-air sale of secondhand goods
d.hairdo
e.scuba diver
f.shabby,warm
g.a mounted cattle ranch hand
h.an ambitious worker
i. a handheld microphone or loudspeaker
j.slow moving
k.a narrow walkway
l.the center of a target
m. someone who bears the blame for others
n.a soldier’s ID

These are the ones I could not figure out
(I figured out 9 of them)

Jere answers:

N. Dogtags
m. Scapegoat
c. Flea market
b. Beeline
a. Puppy love
l. Bullseye
i. Bullhorn
j. Dogdays OR snailpaced…not sure
h. Eager beaver
g. Cowboy
d. Ponytail

Nancy asks…

FROM WHICH DICTIONARY INDIA GOT THE DEFINITION OF SECULARISM? I COULD NOT FIND THAT DICTIONARY. HELP ME PLZZZZ?

All dictionaries say “SECULARISM” means “exclusion of religion from public affairs”. I guess it also means that all religions are equal before the state.
France is a secular country . It plans to ban burqah.
http://in.news.yahoo.com/137/20090622/738/tnl-sarkozy-says-burqas-have-no-place-in.html
India also claim to be secular. Its PM says muslims have the first right in the country’s wealth.

SECULARISM means state does not favour any religion. But Indian government subsidizes (Rs 413 Crore) annual Haj journey for Muslims to go to Saudi Arabia. Andhra Pradesh government sponsors (Rs 2 Crore) religious junket for Christians to Bethlehem.The state gives generous grants to madrassahs which are managed by religious organisations.

3 days’ state mourning was declared after the death of Pope John Paul II which even Christian majority Germany or France did not announce.
http://www.india-world.net/op-ed/pseudosecularism.html

Mosques & churches are maintained by the their religious communities. But more than 1,84,000 temples have been taken under Government control. Govt. is taking away all the donations given by devotee in the form of cash, clothes, jewellery or in any other form.

Sadhvi Pragnya, a Hindu woman monk, has been languishing in jail for months, even though no conclusive proof has been brought forward of her direct involvement in the Malegaon blasts case.
Ajmal Kasab gets the costliest lawyer to defend himself.
Abdul Nasser Madani, a prime accused in the Coimbatore bomb blasts, which cost the life of 60 people,contested in elections in Kerala with the full backing of the CPI-M.

Hindus cannot remarry without getting divorce which is a long procedure. Muslims can marry 4 times. That means different law for different communities.

WHICH DICTIONARY WAS CONSULTED WHEN THE TERM SECULARISM WAS ADOPTED IN THE CONSTITUTION OF INDIA?
I could not find that dictionary in the market. Can you help me please?
@ MILDPACE, u r absolutely right.
@ SAHU, how come this question makes u think I am against muslims? I asked why some communities are receiving more benefits from the govt. when the constitution promises equal rights to all.I am questioning the govt.’s policies. I am not targetting any community.
@ RAJEEV & MEHTAAP, u r also right.
@ AFTERMATH, according to the definition of Secularism at the beginning of ur answer Govt. should not have any hand in religious matters. Why is it then giving subsidies to pilgrimage? Grants to madrassahs?

@ EVERYBODY, do u agree with Aftermath’s statement that minorities have more contribution to this country?
@ AGGRESSION, it is a 100% truth that govt. is taking over temples and taking the donations giving only 18% back to the temples for maintenance.
http://www.scribd.com/doc/8535294/Government-Control-of-Hindu-Temples-in-India-a-Blatant-Violation-of-Secularism
@ KSCOTT, u r most probably most right because u seem to be neutral. Any impartial person will find this condition, this gross violation of the term “SECULARISM” appalling.
@ V, this question is about SECULARISM, not about EQUALITY of opportunities.
@ MUKUL, your question was innocent. It must be personal vendetta.
SUDAN, thanks.
@ MEHDI, thanks for answering after a long time. But what wrong theory? I hv given sources of all my statements.
@ V, what has happened to u?
CHANAKYA, best shot.
@ V, I am not LC.

Jere answers:

It was with the (Forty-second Amendment Act, 1976, (w.e.f. 3-1-1977) that

SOVEREIGN DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC

was changed into

SOVEREIGN SOCIALIST SECULAR DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC.

So the word SECULAR comes with the 42nd amendment during emergency along with the word SOCIALIST.

And the meaning intended was …..???-???????? ….
And not …………… ???? ????????? (see hindi version)

And my view is … The one who becomes ???? ???????? Is doomed to vanish. The word ???? May approximately be translated as path of justice and truth, ie what is in benefit of people. We often say….

???? ?? ?? ?? .. ????? ?? ??? ???

And what is written in parliament is….

????????? ??????? … ???????? ???????????

But congress has made the nation ???? ???????? (and away from justice) well before emergency and emergency was an act in the series.

And all the facts you produced prove that the meaning deliberately taken is not …???-???????? ….but….. ???? ?????????
Ie path of injustice in the want of votes and chair.

Lisa asks…

How can I burn TV shows from my Direct TV DVR to my Sony Vaio laptop? Full details in notes!?

Hi, It is possible to hook my lap top up to my DVR and burn my saved shows from the DVR to my lap top. I really don’t want to lose the stuff I have on there. (LATE NIGHT w/ Conan O’Brien and Tonight Show with Conan O’Brien) You can’t get that on DVD so its really important to me that I can save it. Anyway, my computer specs are below. Do I have what it takes? And if so… how do I go about burning the shows?

With the Sony Black 15.5″ VAIO Laptop PC, you’ll get performance and multimedia entertainment in a colorful and affordable laptop. Browse the web, watch movies and view photos on its 15.5″ widescreen display. Plus, an Intel Core i5 processor gives you smart performance and amazing picture quality all in a sleek, up-market design.

Key Features & Benefits:
•Intel Core i5-430M processor
2.26GHz with Turbo Boost Technology up to 2.53GB, 3MB L3 Cache
•4GB DDR3 system memory (8GB max)
Enough memory to handle today’s most memory-hungry applications
•500GB 7200rpm SATA hard drive
Store your photos, videos, music, documents and more with plenty of storage space to spare
•DVD±R/RW optical drive
Play and create CDs and DVDs with this CD/DVD burner
•10/100/1000 Ethernet; 802.11b/g/n Wireless
Connect to a broadband modem with the Fast Ethernet connection, or connect to a wireless network or hotspot with Wireless WLAN
•15.5″ diagonal HD widescreen display
1366 x 768 pixel resolution; Intel Graphics Media Accelerator HD with up to 1755MB total available graphics memory
Additional Features:
•Built-in Motion Eye Webcam with face-tracking technology; microphone
•Multimedia card reader
•3 x USB 2.0 ports (1 x eSATA combo port), 1 x HDMI port, 1 x VGA port, 1 x headphone jack, 1 x microphone jack, 1 x RJ-45 Ethernet port
•Standard capacity lithium-ion battery (up to 3.5 hours battery life)
•Includes AC adapter
•Intel High Definition Audio
Software:
•Genuine Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64-Bit Edition with XP Downgrade disc (To learn more about the features of Windows 7, click here)
•Microsoft Works SE 9.0; Microsoft Office Small Business 2007 (60-day trial)
•Norton Internet Security 2010 (30-day trial)
•Sony VAIO software and utilities
Support & Warranty:
•1-year limited warranty; 1-year toll-free 24/7 technical assistance; 1-year limited warranty with on-site/in-home service; 1-year international service plan with registration
Processor information from Intel

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Specifications

Display
Display Type: 15.5″ TFT
Widescreen Display: Yes
Max Resolution: 1366 x 768 ( WXGA )
Processor
Multi-Core Technology: Dual-Core
Processor: Intel Core i5 430M / 2.26 GHz
Chipset Type: Mobile Intel HM55 Express
Features: Intel Turbo Boost Technology
Cache Memory
Type: L3 cache
Installed Size: 3 MB
Storage
Hard Drive: 500 GB – Serial ATA-150 – 7200 rpm
RAM
Installed Size: 4 GB / 8 GB (max)
Technology: DDR3 SDRAM – 1066 MHz
Configuration Features: 1 x 4 GB
Optical Storage
Type: DVD±RW (±R DL) / DVD-RAM – integrated
Networking
Data Link Protocol: Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, Bluetooth 2.1 EDR
Wireless LAN Supported: Yes
Video
Graphics Processor / Vendor: Intel HD Graphics
Audio
Audio Input: Microphone
Operating System / Software
OS Provided: Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64-bit Edition / XP Professional downgrade
Software: VAIO Help and Support, VAIO Media Plus Multimedia Streaming Software, VAIO Care, VAIO Media Gallery, Norton Internet Security 2010 (30 days subscription), Sony Picture Motion Browser, Microsoft Works 9 SE, Microsoft Office 2007 Small Business Edition (60 days Trial)

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Sony-VPCEB1RGX-BI/14170510#Specifications

Jere answers:

Nice computer but what I meant was, on the back of the dvr, look for line one output. See what cables you need, they probably are rca cables (red,white and yellow)
Second, you need to know what the cpu would use to connect to the tv and I haven’t seen rca cables used. That would be too easy.
Here’s a site that will help getting the right cables and setting it up, it’s mainly for tvs but remember your looking for a cable that connects the cpu to the dvr. They might even make a cable with rca on one end and whatever you need on the other end
Good luck http://www.online-tech-tips.com/computer-tips/how-to-connect-your-laptoppccomputer-to-your-tv/

James asks…

Looking for the proper set up for home wireless internet. ?

I just bought a new Dell 1535 laptop and a Lynksis Wireless-G Broadband Router (WRT54G2). I was considering using Verizon’s interent services, but not sure which plan is best for me.They offer a 50MB and a 5 GB. This is my first time going wireless and I don’t want to OVERKILL. My plan is just for around the house wireless internet for average home use such as marketing and web browsing. However, I still would like to take advantage of all the the free WIFI that most places offer these days. But I don’t want to pay for a large wireless plan that will get me online anywhere I go. I don’t need it.
Any recommendations for a good set up. Sorry, it’s obvious I’m confused. The specs of my laptop are below if that helps. Thanks to all.

Studio 1535, Intel Core 2 Duo T5800, 2.0GHz, 800Mhz, 2M L2 Cache
2GB, DDR2, 667MHz 2 Dimm
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 $0.00
250G 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive $0.00
Microsoft Windows Vista SP1 Home Premium Edition
8X Slot Load CD / DVD Burner (Dual Layer DVD+/-R Drive)
Roxio Creator DE 10
MEDIA DIRECT 4.0 For DVD RW
Integrated High Definition Audio 2.0
Dell Wireless 1397 802.11g Half Mini Card
Integrated 2.0M Pixel Webcam
56 WHr 6-cell Lithium Ion Primary Battery
The 50MB and 5GB is usage, not speed. They then charge you for any overage. What is the difference? Should I just stay with a cable modem or DSL so that I get unlimted?
Also, if I am using a wireless router, is there even a point in using Verizon over a local phone or cable company?

Jere answers:

Are the 50MB and 5GB connection speed or monthly usage?
If it’s speed, 50MB is plently. If it’s usage, get the 5GB or more. That’s about 1 movie.

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Robert asks…

Best affiliate marketing program for a newbie internet marketer?

What do you think the Best affiliate marketing program for a newbie internet marketer is? I have been on a lot of internet marketing forums and have read quite a bit trying to teach myself everything I can. I am ideally looking for something with more than one stream of income or from more than one company. Any input would be greatly appreciated.

Jere answers:

I have tried the Amazon route when it comes to affiliate marketing and it can actually make you a decent income if you work hard at it but to be honest, I dont really care for the 4-7% commissions. I much more prefer to promote companies that offer a much higher commission.

I like many other people, was laid off and lost my job that i loved when the recession first hit a few years ago. I got involved with affiliate marketing and have not looked back since. I now make much more money than I did with my old job and work fewer hours now. Although it DID take quite a bit of upfront work however. Here are a few things that I now use to help me earn a healthy full time income from home. Hope they help

http://danwatson.zeekrewards.com
This is a system that is free to start and requires no recruiting other people and honestly takes about 5 minutes a day. It wont make you much money for the first few months but after a little a while if you follow their advice will really start to add up.

Http://www.affiliateportalnetwork.com/jrox.php?uid=danwatson
I am involved with this affiliate marketing company and have made a decent amount of money earning from several income streams simultaneously

one more affiliate program to check out would also be this one:
http://www.empowernetwork.com/almostasecret.php?id=arkhamindustries

Best of luck to you either way. These are all great affiliate programs to get involved with.

Maria asks…

Which serious online forum could I join to learn more about Internet marketing and making business online?

Thank you!

Jere answers:

By far the best forum I have found is the Warrior Forum ( warriorforum.com/forum ) . The people are generally friendly, and there’s a wide range of experience – from “newbies” to experienced marketers.

You can find my name on my blog below, and I use my real name on the forum, so I hope to see you over there!

Thomas asks…

Can The Internet Marketing of Adult Industry fukc The Crisis?

What do you think?

Which is The Best (e)Book or Blog/Site/Forum about The Internet Marketing of Adult Entertainment Industry?

Jere answers:

Adult Entertainment Industry is going downhill. There are many websites out there now that have everything you could possibly ever want to watch or see for FREE.

The only thing you can do is put advertisements on your website if you plan to make one. Since the websites are free, they draw MILLIONS of visitors and viewers… Which advertisers would gladly pay you for to be on the site if it gets popular enough.

Betty asks…

I need a good quality internet marketing or webmaster forum?

I have tried some of the major ones and have been left dissapointed.

Digital Point – Mostly taken over by spammers posting lame one line comments or asking the same question that was just asked 3 threads earlier.

Warrior Forum – Mostly a bunch of marketers and wannabe marketers all trying desperately to sell each other ebboks.

V7N – Little in the way of traffic or useful information.

Can anyone please offer me some suggestions, are there any better forums out there for discussing things such as blogging, website creation, marketing, SEO and similar?

Jere answers:

I am currently posting over 100 webmasters forums what i realized that most of the forums has filled with spammers. Only few of webmasters forums has never disappointed me such as devshed.com, webmasterforum.com, seocommunity.in, webtalkforums.com and webdigity.com
You can try these forums which i mentioned above hope they will not disappointed you as digitalpoint or warrior forums did.

Http://www.palmgeo.com

Susan asks…

In terms of Affiliate Marketing, do internet forums do well in attracting traffic?

Or would another type of site be more profitable?

Jere answers:

NO — because:

1 – many forum owners and administrators don’t like people spamming their forum and putting in links; or merely using their forum to advertise their affiliate programs

2 – you can get traffic, but not a lot of traffic. You will have to spam a lot of forums with your affiliate links to be able to get a sizeable traffic

Getting traffic should be a multi-pronged approach, and not just using 1 strategy. Examples include

Send out press releases. While outfits charge as much as $650 per release, there are free press release submission places on the Web. Press releases allow you to (a) attract media attention; (b) get more back links to your website without sending each website an email request; and (c) get more visibility especially if your press release gets in Google News or Yahoo News.

Http://www.prleap.com/sign_up.html
http://i-newswire.com/
http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/
http://www.pressbox.co.uk/cgi-bin/links/add.cgi
http://www.pr.com/press-releases
http://www.prfree.com/
http://www.clickpress.com/releases/index.shtml
http://www.theopenpress.com/
http://www.przoom.com/
http://www.prweb.com
http://www.newswiretoday.com/
http://www.free-press-release.com/

Submit articles. Write articles and submit them to websites accepting author submissions. You get exposure for your business; establishes you as an authority in your field, and allows you to get backlinks for your website. If 50 websites publish your article and it contains a link back to your website, then you easily get 50 links from a single article. The more links you have, the greater your chances for increasing your search engine rankings.

Here is a comprehensive list of where to submit your articles http://answers.yahoo.com/question/;_ylt=AhzreGmnCUicOoyedqypscUjzKIX?qid=1006022407481

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James asks…

Etan Group, Inc – Jack Berkindoff E-mail, scam?

I received the below email. It sounds fishy to me. Also, who should I forward this to alert Careerbuilder and /or others?

Dear XXXX

After reviewing your resume at Careerbuilder website we are sure you fit our
requirements for financial manager position.

My name is Jack Berkindoff. I am a Chief Manager in Etan Group Inc.
It’s a large company, headquartered in the USA. Main field of our business is
financial services, including escrow services provided for customers of online
auctions.

Position we offer is part-time, with flexible schedule. You are to spend only
2-3 hours a day (except Saturday and Sunday, no tasks during weekends) working
at home.

We require: Internet access and e-mail availability.

Etan Group Inc. covers all expenses, no need to invest your own money!

After we sign the contract, you’ll be employed for a month of trial period.
During this timeframe, you’ll receive all the necessary instructions and
training from your supervisor. One week before the trial ends, supervisor is
making his/her decision regarding the employee. Termination of contract can be
recommended.

During the trial period you’ll be paid 2.3k$ a month. Also you’ll keep 8% from
every money transfer processed. Total income, considering the current volume of
clients, will be up to $4500 per month. After you successfully pass the Trial
Period base salary will be increased up to $3000 per month. Furthermore, you may
ask for extra hours or even full time job.

If you are interested in this job offer or would like to learn more, please
forward your filled form to our e-mail: Etangroup.job@gmail.com

==============FORM===FORM================
First name:_______________________
Last name:_____________
Country of residence:_____________________
Contact phone:____________________
Preferred call time:____________________
==============FORM===FORM================

We promise to reply promptly!

We found your resume at www.careerbuilder.com. This letter confirms that your
resume has been duly processed and your skills completely meet our requirements
for the Financial Manager vacancy.

Regards,
Jack Berkindoff
HR Department

Jere answers:

I am pretty sure it is. I did some quick research on “Etan Group” and found nothing worthwhile but this question . Not to mention, a “large company” like they describe would have a more professional e-mail address; they wouldn’t be using free Gmail.

I just got a very similar e-mail, but mine gloats about how “well known” their company is in the USA. If this were true, Google would have quite a bit of information, perhaps even a company website!

The only website that had the possibility of being the company site was www.etangroup.com, but it’s not a financial services provider, it is a Chinese antique furniture dealer, according to the description.

So, I am inclined to believe this is just another shameful scam to lure in people who are desperate for a job. No doubt they would ask you to open a bank account in your own name for them to transfer funds through, or something shady like that. Also, any company that promises huge salaries for almost no work is one of those too-good-to-be-true kinds of things.

BTW, I just Googled “Jack Berkindoff”, and this question is the only result I got. If he were really part of the “HR Department’, no doubt he would have loads of listings all over the place for job postings. I can’t believe these idiots choose such unique names for their shills….

To summarize:
No information on the Internet about the company,
Cheesy free e-mail address which attempts to look professional,
No company website; despite being a “large company”,
Promise of huge salary for almost no work.

Most likely a total scam. Avoid it like the plague!

You can report suspected fraud to: TSST@careerbuilder.com.

Good luck on your job search!

Thomas asks…

Is this scam? Because I cant find their company online! I want to try it as long as I dont give my ssn or..?

After reviewing your resume at ***** website we are sure you fit our
requirements for a financial manager position.

My name is ***** and I am working in CASE Group Inc.
It’s a large company, headquartered in the USA. Main field of our business is
financial services, including escrow services provided for customers of online
auctions.

Position we offer is part-time, with flexible schedule. You are to spend 2-3
hours on average a day (except Saturday and Sunday, no tasks during weekends)
working at home.

We require: Internet access and e-mail availability.

CASE Group . covers all expenses, no need to invest your own money!

After we sign the contract, you’ll be employed for a month of a trial period.
During this timeframe, you’ll receive all the necessary instructions and
training from your supervisor. One week before the trial ends, supervisor will
be making his/her decision regarding the employee. Termination of contract can
be recommended.

During the trial period you’ll be paid 2.3k$ a month. Also you’ll keep 8% from
every money transfer processed. Total income, considering the current volume of
clients, will be up to $4500 per month. After you successfully pass the Trial
Period, base salary will be increased up to $3000 per month. Furthermore, you
may ask for extra hours or even a full time job.

If you are interested in this job offer or would like to learn more, please
forward your filled form to our e-mail: ****

Jere answers:

This is one of those so called scams that you were roped into. I receive these type of ads all the time into my email box, and they are placed immediately into my trash can. Number one, you cannot be paid 2.3k a month, that is unhumanly impossible, and you wold be one of the richest people on earth if you got that. ALso, when they give you a percentage of every money transferred, this is a typical scam! DO NOT give them any personal information. This is a way of identify fraud! Do NOT fall for it!!!

David asks…

Where’s the best place online to recruit models for a photo shoot?

I have a part-time photography business and am desperately looking for female models (preferrably with no experience) to do a photoshoot. One model agency recrimended ModelMayhem, Musecube and some other one. The models at Modelmayhem tend to want paid services rather then trades of service. Then Musecube is free for models to join but $10.00 for non-models such as photographers. The third one is free with very limited features which doesn’t include the ability to do casting calls. They have that with their pro account which is out of my budget. I tried the Craigs and backpage with no luck. I also tried Kijiji and did have a couple of shoots but many models inquired about the ad and never got back to me to do the photoshoot. I also tried New Faces and they’re free as long as I’m willing to pay casting credits. I’m sick of this online advertising nonsense and online groups that have many rule, would it be better for me to advertise in the local paper…continued to part 2

Jere answers:

Okay,

A lot of photographers, models, actors, makeup artists and stylists network with each other using two primary Internet sites:

* One Model Place
* Model Mayhem

That said, you will have to do two things …

* Become a presence on those sites and show off your best work.
* Offer TFP sessions for selected models and link to their member pages from the images you have of them from your shoots.

Sandra asks…

Online Survey’s for Money?

I am a first year college student, and i just received an email addressed to my campus email account. It stated that i can make money by filling out surveys. Is this a legitimate source of income available to a college student? Would i be at risk if i decided to try out this program? Is it a scam of some sort?
I will also post a copy of the email along with my question.
Thanks!

“Are you willing to make some extra money every month? Well I am here to
surprise you with an extreme offer you can easily afford. An International
Marketing Research Organization is currently recruiting people willing to take
part in some online well-paid research studies. You, as a customer, are the
most important part of any business. That is why most prosperous companies
will pay quite good amount of money to hear what their customers think.

Everything depends on you and how self-motivated you are. You can earn from
$300 to $550 a week by simply participating in a few online surveys, focus
group discussions, and product/service evaluations. If you become part of our
leading Marketing Research Team you will be able to earn:

from $5 to $100 for participating in on-line surveys
from $30 to $150 for participating in product/service evaluations
from $50 to $250 for participating in virtual focus group discussions

The only work requirements is to have a computer with an Internet connection
and a valid e-mail address. You don’t have to punch in or punch out every time
you start working. It’s up to you to decide when and how much you want to
work. If you like the job, you can keep doing it as long as you want!
This job opportunity is perfect for students and early career starters, or
anyone willing to work from home and earn real cash. If you are up to the
challenge and want to become part of our online Marketing Research Team,
please write back and I will send you more information.”

Jere answers:

Sounds like one I joined and while they didn’t outright rip you off, they were constantly wanting you to sign up for all this expensive stuff and if you didn’t then you never got to the survey part and never got to make any money. So, yeah, I guess it is a scam, because you don’t really do the surveys for free and I never made any money from it because I wouldn’t sign up for all their expensive stuff.
Sorry.

Paul asks…

Has anyone heard of PAQ Technologies LTD or Home Alliance Recruiting Group? Are they legit?

I sent them a resume for a job listed on Craig’s List and got this reply that sounds like jiberish:
“We have reviewed your resume and we are satisfied with your credentials. Let me start by introducing myself and the Company to you, I am JOHNSON EDWARD the Personnel’s Manager of the firm PAQ TECHNOLOGIES LTD.

Which is a new Innovation of the Home Alliance Recruiting Group. We posted our job add as a result of trying to get an online account staff/representative.
( HOME BUSINESS NETWORK – WORK FROM HOME INITIATIVE )
For $18 Per Hr. ( location not required ) PAQ TECHNOLOGIES LTD.. is a ARIZONA baby firm which is just getting to a year old, seeking assistance with the work from home initiative to assist with clerical and administrative duties online pending the establishment of our New Outlets in Ontario,Canada, New York,Iowa and Chester, United States.

We are into Computer Peripherals Supplies. We are dedicated to meeting the needs of independent dialysis providers around the world by leveraging today’s most innovative technologies to deliver a full spectrum of high-quality services to the business community.”
I have a feeling there is something wrong with this offer.

Jere answers:

I too received this exact email from a ad posted on Craigslist (Eastern Connecticut). I hadn’t noticed until you pointed it out that it was not sent by Johnson Edward. After reading this response and reading the second response that Heather posted, I do believe that this is a scam.

Neither of the letters were written well, and were filled with a lot of gibberish. Also it looks as though they are going to deduct $600 for the privilege of accepting this job from your pay.

I also looked up this company on the internet and couldn’t find anything about them anywhere.

I am going to see if this is still posted on Craigslist and flag it as spam.

I have resorted to not sending my resume when responding to job ads, but a quick note stating that I am interested and if it is indeed a real position please contact me and I will send along a copy of my resume. Too many people out there getting too much personal information from unknowing job hunters

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