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Overwhelmed but NOT tired

Posted by Rene' Michelle Floyd on August 5, 2011 at 8:33pm

How can I be tired? I haven't really even got started yet...I mean I've been at this online thing for a while now and am just now really ready to DO THIS THING- you know what I mean?

I had the awesome opportunity to be present at the SistaSense Power Circle TeleSummit for Web Entrepreneurs and I'm telling you, it was off the hook! I came away from this Summit with the 'tools' and knowledge of how-to do what I am passionate about doing. I have more clarity and understanding as to what direction to take my business now.

I am re-inventing myself and my business. I'm restless because I want to do more and offer more to my current clients and the new ones to come. I want to change the way things are done and make it better.

There was soooo much senergy/energy over the air ways, you could cut it with a knife!

ALL the presenters were jazzed and brimming over with confidence and surety that what they were doing they were supposed to be doing. They had a "I got this thing" attitude. They knew their stuff and they eloquently imparted to us what they intended for us to have. They did it with such class and style.

No more excuses about not having the time because of this or that...I must schedule EVERYTHING (with balance) and prioritize the 'fires' that 'come up'...just because someone else has an emergency in their life, doesn't mean it has to become mine.

Working from home can be a challenge because your loved ones tend to think they can hang out with you all day and that you don't have real work to do.

We have to inform them that you still work, but your office is at home and that you are doing real work right from the comfort of your own home.

I am making strides a little at a time. Even though I want to take leaps, my life and the responsibilities I have right now won't allow me to. But it's OK. As long as I do a little bit consistently I will get to my destination sooner than later.

Tired? I'm not tired. Overwhelmed? Yes. Overwhelmed with the joy and peace of knowing that I'm on the right track and connected to the right people. I can truly say with confidence, I WILL see you at the top!

Affiliate Marketing is One of the Most Cost-Effective Ways to Advertise your Business

Posted by Charlotte Howard on April 2, 2011 at 8:00am

Ever heard of affiliate programs? These are forms of Internet advertising that rewards the affiliates for driving traffic to the advertiser or for other transactions. The advertiser pays the affiliate to place a link on their website, and the affiliate sends traffic to the advertiser in return. Simply put, it's about paying commissions to people who help you make sales. It's that easy.

Affiliate marketing has its ups and downs. It could be draining if you are not armed with updated information and the technical how-tos. But this article's sole objective is to reach out to you and not to badmouth affiliate marketing.

Here are the following reasons on why web marketers go gaga over affiliate marketing as a form of Internet advertisement.

1. Low cost

Many are scared to go on a home based business because of the capital required. In affiliate marketing, you don't have to spend much to start raking in moolah.

2. Inventories not included

Product management fuss could be very stressing. An inventory is not asked to be maintained. The merchant does the maintenance required.

3. Unlimited income through leverage

When you have a paid job, your monthly income mainly relies on whether you go to work or not. With affiliate marketing, your affiliates could all just lead traffic to your site without having to lift a finger after providing them your ad copy and links. Though not every web marketer earns limitless, it still is a fact that all the necessary matters for the advertiser or Internet marketer are all there to be successful.

4. Go worldwide

With affiliate marketing, you are dealing with a global market place. All you have to do is choose a niche product and prepare all the necessary tools for your affiliates to lead traffic from just about anywhere to your website.

5. Low risk

The very main reason for Internet marketer's enthusiasm with affiliate marketing is its having a low risk factor. Especially for those with low budget set aside for advertising, affiliate marketing is just the way to do it.

6. No closing time

With affiliate marketing, your business works every single second of the day while targeting a worldwide market! What could be better than that?

But all of these will be put to waste if you don't have the right niche product and all the other important tools to make it big in affiliate marketing. So you better work on this first before ever considering those benefits.

Using The Power Of The Internet To Get Seen And Heard

Posted by Charlotte Howard on March 24, 2011 at 8:30am

The phrase 15 minutes of fame is very common and alludes to the fact that every person can somehow achieve fame for at least a short amount of time. However, the Internet has changed the concept of transient fame to one which might be easy to get, easy to maintain and last for ever. With the Internet becoming a great part of people’s lives, being famous has got a lot easier.

• You should get a thorough knowledge of the how the computer and the Internet work. Visit the library, get a few books and practice HTML. There is going to be a time when you’ll be able to change channels from CBS to ABC to Facebook or MySpace. You should have the basics of the Internet and computing under your belt so that you will be ready when the Internet and TV does become one.

• In order to build your own fan base, you should develop a website which will reflect your personality. People visiting your website must feel what kind of person you are and not as if an impersonal webmaster is running the website. It would be great if you would update the page regularly so that your fans will visit your website everyday.

• You should give your IM screen names, Net address, and URLs as much publicity as you can, and everywhere that you can. Reply to every comment which is sent to you. In a nutshell, act like your website is your home, and you should always be there to greet your guests.

• You could upload songs and videos which you like onto your web page. People with similar interests would visit your website often then. People who visit IStockPhoto.com can get images, streaming audio and video.

• You can make your web page and by extension yourself very popular if you make clever and thoughtful posts. If you can interest people with your posts, they will respect you and hold your name or user name in esteem.

• You could search online on subjects which interest you, and discuss those topics on online forums or message boards. However, make it a point not to enter into arguments with others. You’ll become unpopular if you insist in proving how right you are compared to the other person. Always be polite and friendly.

• However, you should always be careful of the people you meet over the internet and not share too much personal information with them. At least not unless you are building a partnership on a business level that becomes personal.

Cheers,

Charlotte

Zanira's Word of the Day - BALANCE

Posted by Zanira Al-Amin on July 9, 2008 at 7:30pm

Zanira’s Motivational Word of the Day - BALANCEDefinition: To be in equilibrium; an equality of weight, power, advantage; an amount still owed or left over.Action: This word is an indicator that even in the midst of chaos, you need to keep yourself in balance. It is definitely not a time to “rock the boat.” Take time to become centered and calm within yourself, so that your actions will be in harmony with your greatest and highest good.Balance comes from taking care of your own needs first. Harmonize the many aspects of yourself. Align your energies. Blend.Take time to ponder what you truly want. Weigh the issues. Perhaps make a list of the pros and cons in a situation. You may need to rearrange priorities. See clearly what you have let get out of control in your life. Find the balance you need to walk your path of life in harmony. It is worth the effort.Zanira Says SMILE

IF I HAD MY LIFE TO LIVE OVER

Posted by Zanira Al-Amin on July 11, 2008 at 2:48am

IF I HAD MY LIFE TO LIVE OVER - by Erma Bombeck(written after she found out she was dying from cancer).I would have gone to bed when I was sick instead of pretending the earth would go into a holding pattern if I weren't there for the day.I would have burned the pink candle sculpted like a rose before it melted in storage.I would have talked less and listened more.I would have invited friends over to dinner even if the carpet was stained, or the sofa faded.I would have eaten the popcorn in the 'good' living room and worried much less about the dirt when someone wanted to light a fire in the fireplace.I would have taken the time to listen to my grandfather ramble about his youth.I would have shared more of the responsibility carried by my husband.I would never have insisted the car windows be rolled up on a summer day because my hair had just been teased and sprayed.I would have sat on the lawn with my grass stains.I would have cried and laughed less while watching television and more while watching life.I would never have bought anything just because it was practical, wouldn't show soil, or was guaranteed to last a lifetime.Instead of wishing away nine months of pregnancy, I'd have cherished every moment and realized that the wonderment growing inside me was the only chance in life to assist God in a miracle.When my kids kissed me impetuously, I would never have said, "Later. Now go get washed up for dinner." There would have been more "I love you's." More "I'm sorry's."But mostly, given another shot at life, I would seize every minute...look at it and really see it .. live it and never give it back. Stop sweating the small stuff.Don't worry about who doesn't like you, who has more, or who's doing what.Instead, let's cherish the relationships we have with those who do love us.Let's think about what God HAS blessed us with. And what we are doing each day to promote ourselves mentally, physically, emotionally. I hope you all have a blessed day.Zanira Says SMILE

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