Why do some people run into burning buildings when everyone else is running out? Why do some people considering downturns to be opportunities?
Here are some tips for those who want to expand their business.

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You get the pitch all the time — if it brings just one customer the ad pays for itself. And then no one calls. And even if they did, why do you want to spend money just hoping it might break even?
This video discusses how to effectively advertise so it makes money for you. [...]

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You’ve been hearing about Twitter and tweets and Facebook and thinking this must be for the teenagers.
Wrong.
Social networking has become the new communications tool. It’s not just sending alerts on what you’re making for dinner. Many businesses are now using it to stay in touch with clients and prospective ones. It’s simple and free. Not [...]

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We always love a laugh on Fridays. You can use it.

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Keep it simple, stupid.
It was once the message of a winning presidential campaign, but this video repeats how marketing can be simple and not expensive.

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There are three things to know when managing a small business — money, staff and motivation. This short video transcends any business, but offers simple reminders of what you need to succeed.

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It’s not as hard as you think. If you like to talk, you can sell yourself.
This short video explains how small talk at the start of the meeting can make the difference. Oh, you still have to pitch well, but opening off with a few pleasantries can set the tone.
Take two minutes and see how [...]

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They say those who rule computers will rule the world.

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One mistake those starting a business make is limiting their ideas to that type of business. They have blinders to all the good ideas out there.
Here’s a video of a lawn cutting business that has boomed because of YouTube. They do a very effective 10-minute show each week filled with great ideas on marketing the [...]

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For some people, the toughest part of business is pitching their services. They can do the work, don’t mind the ups and downs and can handle frustrations, but simply talking to a stranger gives them the willies.
That’s right, public speaking scares them. Hey, it happens. We all have our strengths and weaknesses. But, this is [...]

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At a recent national conference in Washington, a roundtable discussion on how businesses could help each other turned into one hour of lively interaction over how Facebook, YouTube and Twitter were the new tools to find clients.
“I met people at a Tweetup,” said one panelist, which drew a laugh, especially from those who didn’t know [...]

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It’s Easter weekend and we know many people are taking time off today. Go ahead, you deserve it.
But here’s a YouTube tale of caution to those who take off and leave workers behind. You’ll laugh throughout. Just remember to lock your office door next time.

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You’ll notice we show a YouTube video on the blog now and then. It has become the new network of TV. In fact, just like young people don’t read newspapers, they read websites, they watch YouTube instead of network news. Yeah, scary.
Now this young lady tells how to create a popular video for YouTube. The [...]

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Don’t look at me like that. Come, it’s a new week. Time to make some money. Pour some Red Bull in your coffee and let’s go.
But remember to put a smile on your face. Here’s our way of helping in 30 seconds.

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Well, maybe it’s not the right way, but you’ll admit fantasizing over doing the same thing as this office video.
Hey, it’s Tuesday. There’s still time to have some fun during the week.

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Office pranks — they’re funny as long as it’s not you in the chair.
OK, we’re bored today. It’s still funny, though.

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There are more English-speaking people in China than the U.S.?
The top 10 jobs in the U.S. weren’t invented in 2004?
There is more information in one week’s New York Times than someone in the 18th century would have learned in a lifetime?
This video will blow your mind.

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OK, we could talk forever about settling office disputes nicely. Talk it out. Get a resolution counselor.
But, it’s Monday. Heck with that. Sometimes, you gotta settle office disputes with pure steel. Or, whatever you have around you.

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If you know the song from the 1960s that uses this blog title, you know what’s coming.
Seriously, I guess people are bored and just want to have some fun on this topic. And, this will make you laugh.

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