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Monday
Earning An Extra Income In 2008.
Home based businesses to earn extra income have become widely accepted all over the world are spreading like forest fire. They have become most desirable businesses to start for apparent reasons:
Imagine how it would feel to get up at your own sweet time and not hurry to office in the regular chaos of snarling traffic all the while getting choked on pollution. And then, to begin the day as though you are fresh form home and nothing has happened. Listen to the Boss ordering you around and giving you the grind for deadlines.
Extra Income has not hurt anyone up to now, and it should not be hurting you either. If you are willing top do that extra bit of work or travel that extra mile for your boss, I am sure you will be more than willing to do so for yourself, especially if you feel that it would improve the quality of life of you and your family.
Extra Income does not come for free. It involves hard work but of the kind you would want to do. It is not hard work when you are doing what you always wanted. A little bit of inspiration could get you off the mark, wouldn�t it? Let�s get going point wise;
1. You will be your own boss with no one looking over your shoulder. Freedom of time, moment, goals, finances everything left to you.
2. Work at your convenience. Be your own time master. Flexibility benefits are more for mothers and people having other responsibilities apart from profession.
3. Flexibility to do whatever you want to do, whenever you want to do it.
4. The above factors help you to pursue your regular income job until you are sure of the extra income business. You can always switch.
5. Job security and fear of unemployment vanish.
6. Sense of pride. Make you more of a complete person who can proudly say that he/ she is an entrepreneur who has achieved something.
7. Self confidence going through the sky. This factor will help you face most hurdles in life with a lot lesser heartaches and stress.
8. Limitations of earning do not exist. You can earn as much as you want by just stepping up the speed.
9. Many countries offer tax benefits for home based businesses, since it is considered extra income. So greater credit ratings with lesser tax obligations.
10. You can retire at your own time, at 30 or at 60, it�s entirely up to you.
Success becomes a commodity which you can measure with your own yardstick rather than others, which contributes a lot to your personality and the finances through the extra income you earn. The above reasons are certainly worth a glance if you are considering being successful and independent in life.
Analyze the above points on a piece of paper before making your decision on whether you want that extra income or not.
Extra income.
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Friday
I read an article on MSN about mystery shopping. The good news they didn't say it was a scam! Because, it's not.
The problem is the CLAIMS surrounding it, NOT mystery shopping, per se. Just like there are many making wild claims in the investing arena, that doesn't mean all investing is a scam.
People are quick to GENERALIZE. They group people together - guilt by association. So, if a site offers mystery shopping links they will think "Oh, they're one of those who promises you will make millions".
To see what claims are being made GO TO THE SOURCE and see rather than rely on a generalization.
While in some cases the reporter will say "We are not saying ALL..." they definitely IMPLY such. Or, don't imply it but know full well it will be interpreted as such.
The truth is you can make money mystery shopping. I know. I have done it for years.
However, you aren't going to get rich.
And, it is pretty much a part time thing.
The best thing to do is TRY it for yourself for free. You do NOT have to pay one red cent to test the waters.
Visit the site listed below and join at NO cost. You will get a steady supply of links to mystery shopping companies. These are direct links that take you right to the free join page. Then use supplied form filling software to join the companies fast.
Best regards,
Pat
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The problem is the CLAIMS surrounding it, NOT mystery shopping, per se. Just like there are many making wild claims in the investing arena, that doesn't mean all investing is a scam.
People are quick to GENERALIZE. They group people together - guilt by association. So, if a site offers mystery shopping links they will think "Oh, they're one of those who promises you will make millions".
To see what claims are being made GO TO THE SOURCE and see rather than rely on a generalization.
While in some cases the reporter will say "We are not saying ALL..." they definitely IMPLY such. Or, don't imply it but know full well it will be interpreted as such.
The truth is you can make money mystery shopping. I know. I have done it for years.
However, you aren't going to get rich.
And, it is pretty much a part time thing.
The best thing to do is TRY it for yourself for free. You do NOT have to pay one red cent to test the waters.
Visit the site listed below and join at NO cost. You will get a steady supply of links to mystery shopping companies. These are direct links that take you right to the free join page. Then use supplied form filling software to join the companies fast.
Best regards,
Pat
Make money as a mystery shopper - Free ezine.
http://Surveys.HotHere.com
Monday
There are a variety of things you can do as a mystery shopper.
One of my favorites was to get paid to put gas in my car. They paid for the gas and gave me a few bucks on top.
I like the independence.
I just drove up pumped gas and then... and here's what's different... rather than paying at the pump I walked to the kiosk and paid for it.
Of course, I had to make note of a few things.
Make money as a secret shopper.
One of my favorites was to get paid to put gas in my car. They paid for the gas and gave me a few bucks on top.
I like the independence.
I just drove up pumped gas and then... and here's what's different... rather than paying at the pump I walked to the kiosk and paid for it.
Of course, I had to make note of a few things.
Make money as a secret shopper.
Saturday
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How to Get Referrals from Warm Contacts
You may find it hard to use networking to find a job if you can't rely on your warm contacts to give you the information you need. At times, you would have to ask your warm contacts to refer you to at least two people that they know who will be able to give you the information you needed.
However, there are times that your warm contact, particularly those who don't know you well, may not readily provide you with the information. Some of your warm contacts may feel reluctant about vouching for you to their other contacts.
Because of this, you may find it difficult to use your network. To make networking and getting referrals an easy task for you, here are a few tips.
* Nurture your warm contacts.
Before you even need your warm contacts or before you even ask for help, keep in touch with your warm contacts. You may send notes or greetings from time to time, call to "catch up" on them, invite them to lunch, be interested or help in their business or do anything just to cultivate your connection with them.
In this way, by the time you need help, they can remember you and can more readily give information about their other contacts that will be able to help you.
* Be polite.
Since you might not have close personal relationships with some of your valuable warm contacts, it is inappropriate to just give them a call and ask them for information about your field of interest.
Sometimes, sending a note in advance, or asking to meet them for lunch is a better way to ask for their help.
* Listen to them.
Most of the time, even if your warm contact knows little in the field where you are trying to find a job, they might offer you advice. Be polite and interested in what they are saying. Who knows, the information that they are giving may be valuable to you in the future.
There are times that your warm contacts may be telling you tips on what manner will work best when you talk to the persons to whom you are being referred. Your warm contacts may also imply what qualities and qualifications the person is looking for.
* Ask for at least two referrals.
Before you ask for referrals, make sure that your warm contact had said everything that he or she can say about your field of interest.
Even if they know little about that field, it is impolite if you cut them short while they are speaking to ask if they know somebody who will be able to help you.
If they weren't able to refer you to at least one of their contacts, thoughtfully ask them why they couldn't do so. They may give you answers that may include indirect comments or suggestions. They may also indicate a lack of confidence in your work strategy. If this is so, you may have to make follow ups with them to prove that you are indeed credible and match their requirements.
However, there are also times when they can't refer you to their contacts because they just don't know anybody who might have the information or might be interested in the product.
In this case, ask them to keep their eyes open for opportunities that you might be interested in. You can also leave with them copies of your resume.
* Just ask for two referrals.
Two referrals are enough from each warm contact. This is to have another option in case the first one didn't work out. Asking for more than two referrals could be impolite as it can take much time from your warm contact. Also, that will make your warm contact feel that you are relying mostly on him or her for your job search. So, unless they volunteer the information, don't ask for more than 2 referrals.
* Contact referrals as soon as possible.
When your warm contacts give you referrals, there are times that they also call these people personally to give more information about you. On the other hand, when you contact the people to whom you were referred, your referrals may call your warm contacts to verify the information or to ask more information about you.
Either way, you have to contact your referrals soon enough that these people can still remember their conversation with your warm contact, or your warm contact can still remember that you have talked.
At times, after your referrals were called by your warm contacts, they anticipate your call and even prepare questionnaires and exams for you to take. Do not waste this opportunity by delaying follow-up on referrals.
Keeping these tips in mind will be able to help you in asking for good referrals from your warm contacts.
Mystery shopping. http://surveys.hothere.com
How to Get Referrals from Warm Contacts
You may find it hard to use networking to find a job if you can't rely on your warm contacts to give you the information you need. At times, you would have to ask your warm contacts to refer you to at least two people that they know who will be able to give you the information you needed.
However, there are times that your warm contact, particularly those who don't know you well, may not readily provide you with the information. Some of your warm contacts may feel reluctant about vouching for you to their other contacts.
Because of this, you may find it difficult to use your network. To make networking and getting referrals an easy task for you, here are a few tips.
* Nurture your warm contacts.
Before you even need your warm contacts or before you even ask for help, keep in touch with your warm contacts. You may send notes or greetings from time to time, call to "catch up" on them, invite them to lunch, be interested or help in their business or do anything just to cultivate your connection with them.
In this way, by the time you need help, they can remember you and can more readily give information about their other contacts that will be able to help you.
* Be polite.
Since you might not have close personal relationships with some of your valuable warm contacts, it is inappropriate to just give them a call and ask them for information about your field of interest.
Sometimes, sending a note in advance, or asking to meet them for lunch is a better way to ask for their help.
* Listen to them.
Most of the time, even if your warm contact knows little in the field where you are trying to find a job, they might offer you advice. Be polite and interested in what they are saying. Who knows, the information that they are giving may be valuable to you in the future.
There are times that your warm contacts may be telling you tips on what manner will work best when you talk to the persons to whom you are being referred. Your warm contacts may also imply what qualities and qualifications the person is looking for.
* Ask for at least two referrals.
Before you ask for referrals, make sure that your warm contact had said everything that he or she can say about your field of interest.
Even if they know little about that field, it is impolite if you cut them short while they are speaking to ask if they know somebody who will be able to help you.
If they weren't able to refer you to at least one of their contacts, thoughtfully ask them why they couldn't do so. They may give you answers that may include indirect comments or suggestions. They may also indicate a lack of confidence in your work strategy. If this is so, you may have to make follow ups with them to prove that you are indeed credible and match their requirements.
However, there are also times when they can't refer you to their contacts because they just don't know anybody who might have the information or might be interested in the product.
In this case, ask them to keep their eyes open for opportunities that you might be interested in. You can also leave with them copies of your resume.
* Just ask for two referrals.
Two referrals are enough from each warm contact. This is to have another option in case the first one didn't work out. Asking for more than two referrals could be impolite as it can take much time from your warm contact. Also, that will make your warm contact feel that you are relying mostly on him or her for your job search. So, unless they volunteer the information, don't ask for more than 2 referrals.
* Contact referrals as soon as possible.
When your warm contacts give you referrals, there are times that they also call these people personally to give more information about you. On the other hand, when you contact the people to whom you were referred, your referrals may call your warm contacts to verify the information or to ask more information about you.
Either way, you have to contact your referrals soon enough that these people can still remember their conversation with your warm contact, or your warm contact can still remember that you have talked.
At times, after your referrals were called by your warm contacts, they anticipate your call and even prepare questionnaires and exams for you to take. Do not waste this opportunity by delaying follow-up on referrals.
Keeping these tips in mind will be able to help you in asking for good referrals from your warm contacts.
Mystery shopping. http://surveys.hothere.com
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