5 keys to long-term success for a career in sales
A career in sales is an excellent choice for anybody who enjoys helping others, talking to people, and being rewarded for your efforts. How do you become successful in sales? The […]
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Looking for ways to increase your sales and improve your selling techniques? I wrote these useful articles with my most proven and effective sales tips guaranteed to help you hit your sales goals.
Get more sales! 5 cold calling ideas that really work
Sweaty palms. Shortness of breath. Rapid heartbeat. Crippling anxiety. Do you feel these unpleasant symptoms at the thought of making cold calls to potential new clients?
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How to turn “Not interested” from a sales objection into a sales WIN
“I’m not interested.” If you work in inside sales making cold calls, then you’ve probably heard this common sales objection from prospective clients. It’s a go-to favorite for many decision makers because […]
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5 cold calling mistakes that could destroy your career
“Cold calling” If these two words automatically fill your mind with negative thoughts, fear, dread, and loathing, then I want to help you.
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WORK THE ROOM: 5 little-known secrets to networking like a BOSS
Like many people, I used to hate going to networking events.
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How to start a mobile DJ business and make extra cash (while having fun)
Do you enjoy spinning tunes, making people happy, and earning a steady stream of supplemental income? Then a mobile DJ business could be the perfect side hustle for you.
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Close sales, crush quota, and make bank: 5 tips for inside sales success
Recently, I’ve decided to change careers. I am making the switch from marketing to sales. I made this decision because I want to continue advancing my career while further expanding […]
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How to master social media marketing for small business
What is a small business? A “small business” is defined by the US Small Business Association (SBA) as an enterprise with 500 or less employees. According to the latest SBA stats, […]
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The 5 warning signs your business will fail miserably (and how to prevent it from happening)
I have a mission in life. I want to help people live their dream and become successful. That sounds like a stupid mission, right? Maybe. But I still want to […]
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5 critical things I wish I had known before starting a business
I’m not ashamed to admit it. I thought starting a business would be an absolute cakewalk.
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This simple social media marketing tip can help your business get COLOSSALLY INSANE amounts of new Twitter Followers and Facebook Likes
All business owners want the same thing in life. To continue living their dream.
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5 proven techniques to increase Web traffic and make money from your blog that you should’ve tried, like “yesterdoodles”!
One of the most popular articles on The Idea Hunters.net is an article I wrote in the summer of 2013 about how to make money writing for freelance blogging websites.
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5 perfectly valid reasons why it’s not too late to start a business
Think it’s too late in the game to start a business? You’re probably right.
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How to get more blog traffic and be successful without lifting a finger
Do you have a blog that is not getting a lot of traffic? You may be wondering how to get more blog traffic without spending ALL of your free time […]
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3 myths about switching careers you should’ve stopped believing yesterday
A year ago I was unhappy with the direction I was taking in my life. I was thinking about switching careers and finally pursuing my passions (writing and cooking). I […]
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Unhappy with your career? How to change careers in 5 easy steps and find a career you love.
When it comes to improving myself and being a happier and healthier version of me, I’d rather start late than never start at all.
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5 reasons why owning a food truck is awesome
Like a lot of people these days, I have many different interests and goals in life. One of those goals is owning a food truck.
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“What is inbound marketing?” 5 useful lessons I learned about inbound marketing at an inbound marketing conference in Boston, Mass. called “INBOUND”
I have a confession to make. I don’t know everything there is to know about selling, and I don’t really know everything about marketing, either.
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The 5 useful skills you’ll learn working in food service
My first food service job was at a sub shop near Boston, Massachusetts in the late 1990’s.
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5 reasons to work a second job
We all know that no job is forever. That’s why taking a second job may be a wise idea, even if you already work full-time.
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5 Boston small business success stories
I visited a chocolate factory and learned 5 Boston small business success stories: Chicken and Shakes, Taza Chocolate, Infusion Diabolique, La Tortilleria Niña, and NoLa’s Fresh Foods.
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