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5 Things entrepreneurs should never say to journalists
Entrepreneurs should be careful what they reveal to journalists since what you say can be immortalized in print. Although the press is useful for a startup, they should be used effectively and correctly to move your business forward. Here are 5 things entrepreneurs should never say to journalists. ‘I’ll pay you to write it.’ – It is best not to approach a journalist with these words. Since most journalists will only write a story if they believe that it is interesting to them. Therefore, find a journalist that will appreciate your story and will offer your decent media coverage. ‘I must review it before you publish.’ – It is important…
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Five myths about job references
Written by Tenant Screening Services, LLC If you are planning on interviewing for a new job, it is important to understand what your former boss or references will say about you. Here are 5 myths about job references. Myth 1 – Companies are not allowed to say negative things about a former employee – Some companies have policies that only give out details like title, dates of employment and eligibility for rehire. However, sometimes employees in HR may violate these policies. Myth 2 – Most companies direct their employee screening requests to the HR department – In most instances, employee screening requests will be directed to the HR department, but…
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How to secure your important digital information
Protecting the credentials used by your business is just as if not more important than those of your personal accounts. A compromised email account of a high level executive for example can result in everything from financial losses to trade secret loss. There are some basic steps that can make this harder that should be followed at a absolute minimum: Passwords Almost everything is digital these days. As a result, there are going to be passwords for a multitude of services. The first step is to ensure that all users who have access to systems use strong passwords. Some systems can enforce this by policy. Some companies even go so…
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Essential things to know when it comes to Credit Card fraud detection
A lot of the times people do not know they have been the victims of credit card fraud until it is either too late or it has some impact on their day to day lives. Most people do not pay attention to the charges on their cards. Either they use the card for everything, and as a result cannot tell most charges from the other, or they don’t use any of the notification features a lot of banks provide. The fact of the matter is that you will always find out about the fraud after it has happened. The sooner you find out and inform the bank, the less hassle…
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How to Properly Anticipate Risk in a Construction Project
When you’re in the construction industry, risk isn’t a matter of possibility it’s one of probability. Even small-scale projects, like a renovation, can run into snags that can delay the work getting finished. When delays occur, they cost money for every stakeholder involved. It’s in your best interest to learn how to perform proper construction claim analysis, and how to anticipate potential problems before they occur. Always Review Review documents with outside experts to be sure that everything on your end looks safe to proceed. If you’re ordering materials, for instance, it would be a good idea to have a structural steel expert go over the work order before it’s…
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Tips to Open a Net Cafe Business
The Net Café went through a short period of obscurity, but seems to be on the rise again. While not the gaming-centric beast that it used to be for American audiences, the Internet café still acts as a place for locals to gather and use the Internet. It leads to interesting interactions, fun scenarios, and it can be a profitable business. Before you get started, read these tips. Use Rentals to Launch Before you can accurately anticipate demand for your business, use computer rentals. Why pay for a dozen high-powered PCs when you can pay a fraction of the cost for a computer rental in Santa Ana? Your community might…
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Things to consider when choosing a cash register
For any retail outlet or business that deals in sales transactions, a cash register is an absolute necessity. The type of cash register used will depend on the requirements of that business and can range from a basic register to an advanced point of sales unit. Here are a few things to consider when making that choice: Size The first and most important factor is size. You will need to consider how many items and transactions you will need to process now and in the near future. Cash registers can be a costly investment and you will need to future proof your purchase so consider where you see your sales…
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Common Mistakes Marketers Continue to Make
Email marketers continuously follow the same repetitive nature that hurts them in sales. When done correctly, email marketing can be the most valuable tool to raise revenue. However, many marketers continue to make mistakes that eventually doom their campaigns. It’s important that you avoid these mistakes so that you don’t fall into the same trap that other businesses are currently in. Here are some of the most common mistakes that marketers continue to make with their email marketing campaigns. Your Call to Action Shouldn’t “Turn Off’ Your Reader A call to action should always be included within your email. But, it shouldn’t be overwhelming to the point where it turns…
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The Best Questions to Ask Before You Open a Merchant Account
If you want to use a merchant service provider, you’re eventually going to need to speak with a merchant service provider. These calls can be intimidating for newbies who are more interested in selling a product than finding a mechanism to accept payment. This guide will help you direct some pointed questions at your representative. After reading this guide, you’ll be able to choose the best payment gateway for your business based on the benefits that directly help you the most. Ask About Pricing One way to tell you’re working with a good company is to ask about pricing structures, which is a fairly common question. Your rep should be…
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Finding a Local App Developer
Today, the app development Los Angeles market is incredibly lucrative. For you to attract success, however, you must have the right app, the right support, functionality, and the appropriate roll-out. This is why it is advisable to work with a local premier partner. Great App Portfolio The portfolio is, in fact, the most important detail you must focus on when choosing an app developer. Be sure that the quality of the app is impressive. Their portfolio should demonstrate their skills. Also, if there are any created apps in the app stores download a few and give them a test drive for some time. Have the developer explain to you how…
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How to look after your cash register
Written by cashregistersonline.com Cash registers are not the same machines they used to be. At one time they were devices that had lots of mechanical moving parts. With the exception the printer, which still remains mechanical due to the nature of the printing required, the rest of the cash register is now a piece of electronic equipment. The one thing that has not changed though, is much like the older models, the modern machines also need to be maintained in order to maximize its lifetime. Here are some basic maintenance tips: Keep it clean – Use a can of compressed and clean out any debris and dust trapped within the…
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The top web properties for small business
Article Written by : Trade Submit Most websites have a website and some presence on social media. However there is more to choosing what networks to be on than seeing what is currently the most popular. Here are some of the leading social networks and under what conditions they should be used. Instagram Any business that has a food or fashion focus can use instagram effectively. The best practice here is to post regularly, even several times a day. Hashtags should be used on every post and should match the target markets. Snapchat This is a service used mostly by teenagers and your users. Although it is getting more popular…
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How Agencies Measure SEO Efforts
Every firm is interested in increasing their bottom line through online advertising, and they increasingly are turning to a search engine optimization firm in order to generate results. There are certainly plenty of firms working in this space, but how can you judge the effectiveness of your search engine optimization efforts? A search engine optimization agency uses a few metrics in assessing the effectiveness of an SEO campaign. Keywords are a crucial component of SEO marketing, and checking the ranking for page using certain keywords is a good way to assess effectiveness. If your business is using keywords to advertise their services, this should be reflected in page ranking and…
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The top money management apps
When it comes to personal finance there are three types of people. There are those spend without any regard for savings. Then there are those whose primary instinct is to save however they can. They will look for every possible way to eke out a net saving. The final type is somewhere in between. They will save only if the right tools are there to enable that saving. To that end, here are some personal finance management apps that will help anyone: YNAB – you need a budget YNAB is an expense tracking app. It will help you keep track of your spending. Budgets are set by category and expenses…
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Using Previous Landlords As References
As a landlord, you may be concerned about whether or not your tenant is going to pay you on time, or even at all. It’s just part of the anxiety-ridden duties of owning a rental property. After all, this is your prized investment. It’s only right to ensure that your tenants are trustworthy and financially dependable. A background check for tenants will only provide you with objective information like their credit history and current credit. What it won’t do is forecast whether or not that tenant is going to pay his or her rent on time. Inquire, Inquire, Inquire The most that you can go based off of in terms…