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General Articles         Gerry Rose Articles       Joanne Victoria Articles
     Lisa Marie Platske Articles     Lynn Mottaz Articles     Joan Burns Articles
Al Knight Articles     Lesley Spencer Pyle Articles

General Articles
Need More Traffic to Your Website? Proven Ways that will Increase your Website Traffic & Boost your Sales by Lisa d. Smith, Click here.

Where Did Your Federal Dollars Go in 2006? The federal government disbursed $2.45 trillion in domestic spending in 2006, according to two reports published by the U.S. Census Bureau. That represented a 7.5 percent increase in federal spending over 2005. Read more.

What Should You Look for in a Business Insurance Policy? On our recent Business Radio Show, we interviewed Laurie Hallihan about what to look for in a business insurance policy. Laurie runs a professional insurance and financial services office in San Diego that sells, advises and services their customer's needs through State Farm's products and services. Read more.

Juan E. Zúñiga, the founder and owner of Cross Border Law Group, P.C., a law firm serving clients in the promotion, investment, development and protection of their international businesses. To listen to his interview – Click Here.

Women More Likely to Work during Pregnancy - Two-thirds of women who had their first child between 2001 and 2003 worked during their pregnancy compared with just 44% who gave birth for the first time between 1961 and 1965, according to a report just released by the U.S. Census Bureau. Read more.

Tips for Event Planning – With holiday parties just around the corner, event planner Joan Burns, shares some helpful hints to make your event planning go a little smoother. Click here to read.

Efficiency in the Office – Authors Dave & Lillian Brummet, show us how to save time, money, and resources - which is in the best interest of any office. Read on…

Content is King - getting the most out of your website by Nancy J. Reid
Half of U.S. Businesses Are Home-Based, Majority of Firms Self-Financed,  Census Bureau Reports
Safety Tips on Notebook Computer Use 
The History of Save-A-Heart
5 Great Ways to Organize Your Business by Nancy Reid
Make a Lasting Impression with Unique Promotional Products
5 Great Ways to Organize Your Business
Basic Steps for Getting Organized
Waging The War on Garage Clutter Takes Planning
Organize Your Garage ...In No Time

Articles by Gerry Rose
The Shock of the Economic Downturn! Gerry Rose discusses how putting an advocate strategy into action can help your business take advantage of the economic downturn, and turn it into a success. Read more about Gerry’s Advocate Strategy.
Who Will Advocate for You? As a business strategy we are looking for more.  We want business, and we want business now!  Gerry Rose explains that when you work with strong Advocates, you will spend more time cashing checks and less time scratching for leads, referrals, and tips. Read more.
Networking New Friends …Sooner Than Later! Do the risks out weigh the gains when it comes to referring new business?  Gerry Rose shows how being open to new referrals and being quick about referring new friends will affect your bottom line in a positive way. Read more.
Nine Niche Networks to Navigate for Mastering Marketing Milestones: For those interested in keys to success in marketing products and services, Gerry Rose shares a summary of a system of Nine Niche Strategies that absolutely deliver marketing success. Read on.
Surprise Outcomes - Sometimes we are so close to our businesses that we miss small things that we should clearly see. Gerry Rose shows us the value in working with a business coach or advisors. Read more.
How the ‘Law of Attraction’ Worked for Me: Gerry Rose discusses how the ‘Law of Attraction’ can get you what you ask for. To read his article or hear his interview on our radio show ‘Champagne Sundays’ – Click Here.
Jessie, George, and Winston – Gerry Rose shares an inspiring story on how networking outside the norm, serving the less fortunate, and
serving your community can benefit your life. Read more.
Law of Attraction as Taught on Rosh Hashanah
My Personal Staff of Realtors
You Can't Have It Both Ways
Complete or Incomplete, Where Are You and Where Do You Want to Be?
Coaching or Consulting, is There Really a Difference? by Gerry Rose
Who Do You Know, and Should They Help You in Your Business?by Gerry Rose
Choosing to be Positive!
How to Give a Referral! by Gerry Rose
What Can A Chamber Membership Do For You?
How to Decide Where and Who to Network? by Gerry Rose
Realtors and the 80/20 Triangle
What is the Story of Email Responses?
Business Education by Gerry Rose
How to Define a Prospect so that They Become Clients! by Gerry Rose
Who Do You Know, and Should They Help You in Your Business? by Gerry Rose
Are You Giving Away Knowledge That You Should Be Getting Paid For? by Gerry Rose
Is There an Order for Focus, Persistency and Consistency? by Gerry Rose

Articles by Lisa Marie Platske
The Mirror of Change – How often do you evaluate where you are and whether you need to make a significant change in your life?  Do you willingly create opportunities for change and make it easy for others to change, too? Read Lisa Marie Platske’s article about Change.
“Reel” Special – How to do the W.O.R.K in Net-work-ing: It’s not always who you know – but who knows you. Lisa Marie Platske shares how to effectively network to boost your business. Read more.
Freedom Fighters - Saying “no” is often much more difficult than saying “yes”….to almost anything.  Lisa Marie Platske explains how the value of being honest with yourself guides you to make better decisions for your life, and career or business. Read more.
The Balancing Act: Life is a balancing act. Lisa Marie Platske shares how remaining balanced is an investment with an immediate payoff, not just for ourselves but for our family and friends – everyone within our sphere of influence -- and the rewards are the joy peace that come from being truly centered. Read more.
The Giant Chocolate Easter Bunny – Lisa Marie Platske talks about how to build valuable relationships and create a strong and supportive network for your business that will continually support you on your leadership journey. Read more.
‘A Journey of Excellence’ - Excellence is a journey, not a destination. ‘Upside Thinker’ - Lisa Marie Platske - shares how an efficient, well-organized plan and the ability to make good decisions are two critical elements necessary to help you chart the best course on your trip, ensuring a successful journey. Read on.
For an audio interview with Lisa Marie Platske, click here.
For a book review of Designing Your Destiny, a book written by Lisa Marie Platske, click here
Finding the Way
Every Moment Counts
Are You Happy? Lisa Marie Platske examines what has real meaning, purpose, and enjoyment in our lives, for happiness is sure to follow. Read on.
Living Grateful to Be Great-full
Color Outside the Lines
A Journey of Excellence

Articles by Lynn Mottaz
Who Can Afford to Buy a Bed and Breakfast? by Lynn Mottaz
How to Become an Innsitter by Lynn Mottaz
What are the Joys of Innkeeping by Lynn Mottaz

Articles by Joanne Victoria
Success in a Heartbeat - What if you could live the life you want rather than chase the story of what you want to be? Success in a heartbeat is simpler than you think. Joanne Victoria shares how to create a method to continually achieve success by being ‘Pushy for a Moment’.
How to Create your Business Vision with a Capital V: You need a vision to be more effective, more desirable and more attractive to your clients and customers. If you want to expand your business and expand your life, follow Joanne Victoria’s eight steps to experience the life of your dreams. Read on.
A Simple Plan For Your Life: Joanne Victoria shares how taking care of yourself, dealing with anger, staying in touch with clients and friends, and being truthful, are four core values worth living by. Read more.
Eat Breakfast!
Are You Satisfied with Your Business Just As It Is? Did you know that satisfaction is the number one emotion people want to experience about their life and business? Joanne Victoria shares how to transform your life in the simplest method possible – a vision for your business. Read more.
A Plan to Start The New Year
Pushy For a Moment- Instant Solutions to Everyday Challenges is a great new book by Joanne Victoria and Romanus Wolter. It will help you start taking action when your instincts tell you you should--but you have reservations. Read More.
Live Your Life Easily and Effortlessly - Do you sometimes find that when you want something - money, clients, products, new jobs or relationships - that you appear to be traveling down a congested highway? Joanne Victoria shows an easy solution. Read more.
Building your Business: Joanne Victoria shows us how to attract and build better relationships to boost your business. Read on.
Is Your Business Ready for a Do-Over? A hard hitting article for business owners by Joanne Victoria

Why Should You Have a Business Vision?
Seven Secrets to a Successful Relocation
An Easy Way To Start Your Business Year by Joanne Victoria
ARE BUSINESS GOALS ENOUGH? by Joanne Victoria
Create A Blueprint For Your Success by Joanne Victoria
How To Create the Life You Want by Joanne Victoria
STOP! Reading the Headlines and Live Your Own Life First by Joanne Victoria
Know Thyself and Thy Business By Joanne Victoria
How To Take the Personal Out of the Workplace by Joanne Victoria
7 Strategies to Make Room For Money by Joanne Victoria
Market Your Way to Professional Success by Joanne Victoria
How to Build a Profitable Business by Joanne Victoria
7 Marketing Methods for Real Estate Coaches by Joanne Victoria
How To Get What You Really Want by Joanne Victoria

Articles by Joan Burns
Fundraising Events – Helping the Cause: Many organizations, especially non-profits, have the need to raise money. Most fundraising is event driven, and Joan Burns our Event Planning Guru, how events can bring an organization new money, superb public relations, potential new donors and volunteers, and serve as an opportunity to build team spirit among volunteers and staff. Read more.
Why not make San Diego your Corporate Meeting Destination - San Diego is America’s seventh largest city, but it is first in the weather department. Joan Burns shows us that whether you are planning a small business meeting, a large conference, a corporate retreat or a teambuilding event, San Diego has a venue and the resources to insure success. Read more.
Appreciate Your Employees - Your employees are one of the company’s most important assets. Event Planner Joan Sampson shares ideas for hosting Employee Appreciation Events, and explains how they can benefit your business and affect your bottom line. Read more.

Articles by Al Knight
Ask Al Knight...What to Ask Before Purchasing Health Insurance
Ask Al - What is a Co-Pay?

Articles by Lesley Spencer Pyle
To Stress or Not to Stress? Today it seems that no matter who we are, or what we do, we have more stress in our lives than our parents or grandparents did. Some studies suggest that as much as 80% of all major illnesses are attributed to stress. Read Lesley Spencer Pyle’s tips on combating stress. Click Here.
Time Management Principles for Home-Based Working Moms: Crunched for time and need some flexibility? Lesley Spencer Pyle shares some helpful time management principles for work-at-home Moms. Click Here.
Tips for Staying Fit and Healthy at Home – If you work at home you may find that you are putting on a few unwanted pounds. Lesley Spencer Pyle shares some great tips to get you on your way to a healthier lifestyle. Read more.
Market Your Home Business Using Your Existing Contacts - Starting a new business is always difficult, especially if it's a lifestyle and a professional change. Here's help, Read more.
 

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