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There Goes Schefren Again…

By Chris Stirling On February 21, 2008 No Comments

Just when I think Rich Schefren has topped himself, he shoots up the ladder another rung…

I just finished reading his new Special Report he wrote with marketing master Jay Abraham titled "The Maven Matrix" and I gotta tell you–I can’t believe he’s giving this stuff away.

Everyone knows that Rich and Jay are both legendary in their own right when it comes to marketing and business building.

But having them tag-team like this? On the same report? To teach their tried-and-true methods for becoming a dominant force in your marketplace? For FREE?

Now you’ve got something that’s not only unheard- of….but also unparalleled in the industry.

Grab a piece of internet marketing history now.

—-> The Maven Matrix

 

 

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Is Your Advertising Effective?

By Chris Stirling On February 9, 2008 1 Comment

When you run a home based business advertising will be an essential part of getting your business off the ground. When it comes to measuring the money spent on advertising vs reward the real question to ask is: “How do you gauge the efficacy of your advertisements?” In other words is it really just about the rise in the number of sales after the ad campaign started or perhaps the brand assessment is also a contributing factor?


In reality your advertising campaign’s success in not only a result of the quality of your advertisement, but rather also a lot of factors which include the kind of media which you have employed, the budget or your assessment, the objective of your advertisement, the phase of accuracy and consistency that is necessitated, who is your target market and the budget you have allotted for the entire advertising period.


These elements would have to be sufficed first before you’d be able to precisely proclaim that your particular advertisement is effective. That is the reason why a lot of people assert that it is intricate to gauge an advertisement’s efficacy. Aside from the need to consider many things, there are also other influential elements for that matter, such as the kind of previous advertisement that had been released and its quantity.

 
There are several ways to measure the efficacy of your ad campaign.  On way is to use the cube diagram which measures the headings of your ads which include the sales, profits, attention, persuasion and communication.

Another popular way to measure the success of an ad, and probably the most popular is to conduct surveys. Surveys can test the brand or product recognition of the customers just after an advertising campaign.  Actually, surveys can not only test the campaign but they can also be used to develop a campaign based on the results of responses to a product in a survey or focus group.


Regardless of the type of home business you operate advertising is an important component of your business success.  Your advertisements be very beneficial to the promotional efforts of your business because it enables your 
clients to become aware that your home business exists and that you can provide products and services that they need. We all buy from ads weather we like it or not, and it is safe to assume that it will continue to do so for many more years to come.  When you study the efficacy of your advertising campaigns and get them working perfectly the results can be amazing for your business.

Learn how to advertise online using the Google Adwords program from the expert on Pay Per Click Advertising Perry Marshal.  Click here for his 5 days to success with Google Adwords course

 

 

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Business Acceleration Program

By Chris Stirling On December 20, 2007 1 Comment

Christmas is only days away.
 
And that is EXACTLY why you MUST get this NOW:

Rich Schefren is releasing his Business Acceleration Program today.
 
There has NEVER been a course like this before. I mean, just look at the page and you’ll see what I mean (c’mon… just LOOK):
 

 Even if you think you’re not going to grab a copy (I think you’re crazy if you don’t), you MUST take a look at the Fast Mover Bonuses.
 
They are unbelievable.
 
 Business Acceleration Program

Rich has proven with this launch that everything he teaches actually WORKS. So I’m getting a copy for myself.
 
I recommend you do the same.
  
Business Acceleration Program
 
Get yours NOW.
 
Before they’re gone — and they WILL be gone.
  
To your success,
 
Chris
 
 

 

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Small Business Start Up Grants

By Chris Stirling On November 18, 2007 No Comments

are an ideal way for a person with the dream of starting a small business to achieve that dream. Although many people choose to fund their new business with bank loans or other types of loans, other entrepreneurs find loans intimidating. Unlike loans, small business startup grants do not have to be paid back. Business owners can take advantage of small business startup grants and, even if their business fails, they have no legal obligation to the company or organization that provided them with the capital.

In addition to the fact that small business startup grants do not need to be repaid, you also have other helpful options when you receive a grant. Most companies that offer also offer entrepreneurs the chance to receive the funding without credit checks. Also, you do not need to provide collateral. If you receive your small business startup grant from either a private organization or the federal government, the money is not eligible for taxation purposes. All of these benefits make a small business startup grant money that is free and clear of any type of penalty.

Every year, the federal government provides citizens with over $150 billion dollars in . This includes a variety of government organizations that make sure that ordinary people who want to start their own business can get a small business startup grant to encourage them. While the federal government alone offers almost 1,500 different programs to offer small business startup grants, state governments provide an additional 24,000 programs. In addition, local governments account for over 150,000 programs that offer a variety of small business startup grants to encourage people to start their own business.

In addition to just money provided by small business startup grants, small business owners can also take advantage of many other government programs to help them run a successful company. Many organizations provide entrepreneurs with counseling and training to help you get your business running and to keep it from failing. You can also take advantage of programs that help you write an effective business plan in order to acquire capital in the future. Many programs also provide education and advice for those who are just starting out in their new business.

It is never easy when you are trying to do something new, especially when that something new is your own small business. Most small businesses do not survive past the first year and having the right information can ensure that your business venture doesn’t become a statistic of failure. Plenty of websites will help you know whether you are heading in the right direction, and you can gain valuable knowledge about marketing strategies, applying for loans, and selling your products or services. Click this link to start your journey to a successful small business venture:Home Business

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Raising Start Up Capital – Should You Involve Your Friends and Family?

By Chris Stirling On November 13, 2007 No Comments

Starting a business can be quite expensive. Options for financing are often seriously limited. Your personal assets, credit cards, and perhaps retirement fund have all been tapped, and you find that you are still short. Bank financing is notoriously difficult for a new business to obtain. Angel investors generally have pet interests, which your company may or may not meet. Thus, you might turn to your family and friends to cover your needs. Borrowing from relatives may seem to be a fairly safe option. After all, they love you and understand you, and are interested in seeing you succeed. However, this type of arrangement can carry serious risks and pitfalls. What happens with your company can begin to affect your personal relationships with your loved ones.



There are a few things to consider, when you’re accepting money from friends and family. Will their funding buy them some equity in your business or is it a cash loan? Regardless, the people you borrow from will most likely feel like they have a say in your business and will probably give you well-intended advice. Whether you give friends and family some legal rights to have a say in your business affairs or not, those close to you will expect that you take decisions that lean towards the ability to repay their loans. This may make you feel as if you’re under a magnifying glass, so have a good deal of patience and be prepared to deal with the scrutiny.

You must also consider the what-if factor. Some people are hopelessly generous and optimistic about investing, until something happens in their own lives that changes their financial picture. How will you handle it if Aunt Suzie suddenly needs that $10,000 to pay a medical bill, and you are unable to repay her? Be sure that your investors can take the financial loss in the event that the company fails and you are unable to repay the loan.



Open and honest discussion about the money, and the investor’s ability and willingness to permanently part with it, can go a long way toward preventing permanent damage to relationships in the event that the company fails. However, this is not the only consideration. If you choose to sell equity, then you must also have a frank conversation about the company’s future. There have been cases of investors blocking potentially lucrative deals because they were not comfortable with the risk involved. Make sure that your investors are on board with the way you plan to develop the company in the future. A business plan can help in narrowing your focus, and provide your investors with an understanding of your goals. Review it with investors you know just as carefully as you would with a banker.

Remember that your investors are your friends and relatives first. Do not take advantage of their generosity, and be sure that they understand the risks involved. Put any financial agreements in writing, and handle them with the same professionalism that you would any other business transaction. Be sure to consider personality factors, and only accept investors who share a common view of the company and its long term potential. Following these tips can help to ensure that no matter what happens with the company, Christmas dinner will still be a comfortable and friendly occasion.



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