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Triple Your Revenue as a Coach in 18 Months or Less: My Coaching Triple Your Revenue as a Coach in 18 Months or Less: My Coaching "System" by Fred Gleeck Feb. 07, 2012 $0.99 5027 words Sample 20%
In this 5,000 word article, you'll learn the system that I've been using and how you can use it yourself to dramatically increase your coaching revenue. The nicest thing about this system is that it moves you away from hourly rate coaching and moves you towards a way in which you can share in your clients' success.
Fred Gleeck's 1st Annual Internet/Information Marketing JV Partner Summit (Transcript) by Fred Gleeck Fred Gleeck's 1st Annual Internet/Information Marketing JV Partner Summit (Transcript) by Fred Gleeck Feb. 07, 2012 $0.99 67454 words Sample 20%
Want to learn about BOTH internet and information marketing? Well then, this will be a huge help! Being a transcript, there WILL be some transcription errors. If you're looking for perfection, this is NOT it. IF however you want over 65,000 words of phenomenal content, then buy this now! This is a transcript of my first annual JV Partner Summit.
The Cheat's Guide To E-books by Wendy Dashwood-Quick The Cheat's Guide To E-books by Wendy Dashwood-Quick Feb. 07, 2012 $9.99 12824 words Sample 20%
How to Plan, Produce and Promote your first E-book. One of the best ways to showcase your expertise, drive traffic and build your reputation is by writing an e-book, the trouble is not that many people know how to do it properly. This books provides the nuts and bolts from the initial idea to what to do with the material once you've written it.
Own Your Niche by Stephanie Chandler Own Your Niche by Stephanie Chandler Feb. 06, 2012 $9.99 68178 words Sample 20%
Own Your Niche brings authenticity back to internet marketing, teaching you how to showcase your business with practical strategies you can implement yourself. You will learn how to connect with your target audience, increase website traffic, build an effective blog, create and distribute content online, add online revenue streams, and get results with social media—in less than an hour per day.
The A to Z of Virtual Assistant Tools by Helen Stothard The A to Z of Virtual Assistant Tools by Helen Stothard Feb. 02, 2012 $15.00 13822 words Sample 20%
The A to Z of Virtual Assistant Tools is a directory of some of the tools that I use in the day to day running of my Virtual Assistant (VA) business. These are the tools that save me time, make me more efficient for my clients and help me run my business more smoothly. This book is designed to help Virtual Assistants at all stages of their career; for those who are just starting out I hope this
How I Made a Quarter Million Dollar$ From the Trunk of My Car: Real-Life Lessons on Making Money, Entrepreneurship & Success by James Bird Guess How I Made a Quarter Million Dollar$ From the Trunk of My Car: Real-Life Lessons on Making Money, Entrepreneurship & Success by James Bird Guess Feb. 01, 2012 $3.99 23310 words Sample 15%
Join world renowned speaker, author and trainer, James Bird Guess through his journey of being homeless to building a half-million dollar enterprise from the trunk of his car, starting with only $1,000, poor credit and a dream to become a millionaire.
Moving Your Business Forward by Antonia Chitty Moving Your Business Forward by Antonia Chitty Jan. 30, 2012 $0.99 1454 words Sample 20%
In this practical workbook you can invest just 15 minutes each day over 6 days to address key issues for your business success. It will help you to use your time, money and resources to the best effect. If you work through the exercises in this workbook, by the end of nine days you should be clearer about what you need to do to make sure that this year is really successful for you.
Surviving the Transition: How Writers Can Thrive in the New World of Publishing by Kristine Kathryn Rusch Surviving the Transition: How Writers Can Thrive in the New World of Publishing by Kristine Kathryn Rusch Jan. 30, 2012 $4.99 16060 words Sample 20%
Most writers run their careers the same way they did in the 1990s. But publishing has changed so much since then that any writer who works on the old model will no longer make a living. In this short book, international bestselling writer Kristine Kathryn Rusch shows you how to think about the new world of publishing. She gives you a blueprint for survival
How to Bake Your Business Idea and Eat It Too by Dr Jim Porter How to Bake Your Business Idea and Eat It Too by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 20, 2012 $19.99 31145 words Sample 20%
How to Bake Your Business Idea and Eat It Too - Your Step-by-Step Guide for Start-up Business Learn How to: (a) Kick start your new business, (b) Plan how to initiate the different processes, (c) Learn how to deal with stumbling blocks and (d) Manage your business tension-free
How to Become an Effective Business Leader by Dr Jim Porter How to Become an Effective Business Leader by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 20, 2012 $19.99 25461 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide – Volume 5. How to Become an Effective Business Leader. Learn how to: (1)Adopt an Leadership Style, (2)Match Commitments to Values, (3)Understand Power, (4)Increase your EI, (5)Manage Your Responsibilities, (6)Lead by Example, (7)Lead From the Front, (8)Raise Your Expectation, (9)Motivate Yourself to Lead, (10)Go the Extra mile, (11)Manage Time and (12)Stay Connected.
How to Lead for Best Business Performance by Dr Jim Porter How to Lead for Best Business Performance by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 20, 2012 $19.99 24749 words Sample 20%
How to Lead for Best Business Performance. Learn how to: (1)Select the Right Leadership Style for Your Teams, (2)Assign Tasks to the Right People, (3)Get Your Team off to an Excellent Start, (4)Help Teams Perform, (5)Improve Job Satisfaction, (6)Delegate Work, (7) Mentor Your Employees, (8)Motivate Your Team, (9)Resolve Conflict, (10)Deal with Substandard Performer & (11)Manage creativity
How to Manage Your Start up Business by Dr Jim Porter How to Manage Your Start up Business by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 20, 2012 $19.99 24551 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - Volume 2. How to Manage Your Start up Business. Learn how to: (1) Manage Legal Issues, (2) Purchase, (3) Negotiate, (4) Price Your Products and services, (5) Prepare Your Budget, (6) Manage Your PR, (7) Write an Advertisement, (8) Manage Direct Mail, (9) Improve your sales, (10) Manage Credit Control, (11) Care for Your Customers and (12) Benchmark Your Business.
How to Set up Your Start up Business by Dr Jim Porter How to Set up Your Start up Business by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 20, 2012 $19.99 26567 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide, Volume 1 - How to Set up Your Start up Business Learn how to: (1) Form a Business, (2) Research Your Market, (3) Develop a Business Plan, (4) Hire the Right Accountant, (5) Become a Franchisee, (6) Finance Your Business, (7) Apply for Grants, (8) Search for Your Business Premises, (9) Set up Your Office, (10) Set up Your I.T. System, (11) Insure Your Business and (12) R
3 Powerful Reasons Why Facebook May Not Be Right For Your Business by Luke Russell 3 Powerful Reasons Why Facebook May Not Be Right For Your Business by Luke Russell Jan. 18, 2012 $0.99 3926 words Sample 20%
You may not need Facebook for your business. With everyone saying “You need to be on Facebook” it leaves many of us (and perhaps you) with the following questions: Do I need Facebook? Why should I be on Facebook? Why Create a Facebook Fan Page? Find out if you need Facebook and if you should make a Facebook fan page.
How to Improve Performance through the Balanced Scorecard by Dr Jim Porter How to Improve Performance through the Balanced Scorecard by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 18, 2012 $2.99 2109 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Improve Performance through the Balanced Scorecard. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Appreciate the Balanced Business Scorecard, (b) Use the Balanced Scorecard and (c) Focus your employees on what they are best at.
How to Manage the Creative Process of Your Business by Dr Jim Porter How to Manage the Creative Process of Your Business by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 18, 2012 $2.99 3386 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Manage the Creative Process of Your Business. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Appreciate the creative process, (b) Help your workers with their creativity and (c) Manage the creative process
How to Deal with Sub-Standard Performers by Dr Jim Porter How to Deal with Sub-Standard Performers by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 18, 2012 $2.99 2097 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Deal with Sub-Standard Performers. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Diagnose poor performance, (b) Enhance ability, (c) Improve motivation and (d) Create a performance improvement plan.
How to Resolve Conflicts by Dr Jim Porter How to Resolve Conflicts by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 18, 2012 $2.99 2327 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Resolve Conflicts. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Appreciate the benefits of resolving conflicts, (b) Appreciate different conflict styles and (c) Resolve conflicts.
How to Motivate Your Team to Perform Better by Dr Jim Porter How to Motivate Your Team to Perform Better by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 18, 2012 $2.99 2327 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Motivate Your Team to Perform Better. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Motivate your employees, (b) Be happier and more effective at work and (c) Test your motivational skills.
How to Mentor and Praise Your Employees by Dr Jim Porter How to Mentor and Praise Your Employees by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 18, 2012 $2.99 2858 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Mentor and Praise Your Employees. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Appreciate the importance of mentoring, (b) Get more from your mentor, (c) Get maximum impact from minimum time and (d) Praise your employees.
How to Delegate Work in an Efficient Manner by Dr Jim Porter How to Delegate Work in an Efficient Manner by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 18, 2012 $2.99 2457 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Delegate Work in an Efficient Manner. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Appreciate the importance of delegation and (b) Delegate work efficiently
How to Improve Job Satisfaction by Dr Jim Porter How to Improve Job Satisfaction by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 18, 2012 $2.99 2457 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Improve Job Satisfaction. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Design jobs that are motivating, (b) Enrich job options, (c) Implement a job enrichment program and (d) Take ownership and become happy at work.
How to Help Teams Perform Effectively by Dr Jim Porter How to Help Teams Perform Effectively by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 18, 2012 $2.99 2975 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Help Teams Perform Effectively. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Work with new people and teams and (b) Help teams perform
Modern Moonlighting: Keep Your Day Job, Make Extra Money, Do What You Love by Derek Ralston Modern Moonlighting: Keep Your Day Job, Make Extra Money, Do What You Love by Derek Ralston Jan. 18, 2012 $0.99 3204 words Sample 15%
How can you create alternative sources of income while keeping your day job? This mini-book teaches you how to start moonlighting and gain more independence from your job. It also teaches the truth about employees versus entrepreneurs, and helps you determine if moonlighting is a good option for you. It also helps you with brainstorming, micro-testing, and launching your moonlighting business.
How to Get Your Team Off to an Excellent Start by Dr Jim Porter How to Get Your Team Off to an Excellent Start by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 18, 2012 $2.99 2703 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Get Your Team Off to an Excellent Start. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Draft your Team Charter, (b) Improve team performance and (c) Understanding Belbin’s team roles model
How to Assign Tasks to the Right People by Dr Jim Porter How to Assign Tasks to the Right People by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 18, 2012 $2.99 2690 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Assign Tasks to the Right People. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Pick the right people for the right jobs, (b) Deal with overlaps and gaps, (c) Brief each team member and (d) Know if you have selected the right candidate.
How to Select the Right Leadership Style for Your Team by Dr Jim Porter How to Select the Right Leadership Style for Your Team by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 18, 2012 $2.99 2535 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide. How to Select the Right Leadership Style for Your Team. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Appreciate the different styles of leadership and (b) Achieve a balance between tasks and people oriented leadership styles.
Blogging for Profits by Astrid Nicholls Blogging for Profits by Astrid Nicholls Jan. 17, 2012 $9.49 44181 words Sample 20%
Learn how to set up and operate your very own blogging business.
Secrets of the Wealthy Dentist: A Business Parable for Dental Professionals by Mike Lakhani Secrets of the Wealthy Dentist: A Business Parable for Dental Professionals by Mike Lakhani Jan. 15, 2012 $9.95 34447 words Sample 20%
An introduction to tax and financial planning written specifically for dental professionals. Through the story of three dentists at different points in their careers, the book reveals the most efficient, effective strategies for taking care of their financial health. Insights include how to streamline financial planning and how a dentist can keep more of what he earns.
How to Stay Socially Connected by Dr Jim Porter How to Stay Socially Connected by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 14, 2012 $2.99 2527 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Stay Socially Connected. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Create a network, (b) Have access to people in your network, (c) Appreciate the blueprint of your network and (d) Maximise the benefits of your network.
How to Manage Your Time as a Leader by Dr Jim Porter How to Manage Your Time as a Leader by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 14, 2012 $2.99 3381 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Manage Your Time as a Leader. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Avoid time wastage, (b) Make decisions and act accordingly and (c) Make use of your valuable time
How to Go the Extra Mile to Become a Better Leader by Dr Jim Porter How to Go the Extra Mile to Become a Better Leader by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 14, 2012 $2.99 2105 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Go the Extra Mile to Become a Better Leader. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Increase your personal accountability, (b) Draft a performance agreement, (c) Gather data effectively and (d) Create Mission and Vision Statements.
How to Motivate Yourself to Lead by Dr Jim Porter How to Motivate Yourself to Lead by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 14, 2012 $2.99 2738 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Motivate Yourself to Lead. Most of us have an inherent desire to lead but somehow always find it difficult to motivate ourselves. This does not mean that you can’t work on it; with the help of certain tools you can work on motivating yourself to lead. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Appreciate self motivation tools and (b) Self motivate yourself.
How to Raise Your Expectation by Dr Jim Porter How to Raise Your Expectation by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 14, 2012 $2.99 2244 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Raise Your Expectation. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Demand better performance, (b) Set and communicate goals and (c) Increase employees performance.
How to Lead From the Front by Dr Jim Porter How to Lead From the Front by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 14, 2012 $2.99 2659 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Lead From the Front. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Assess yourself to check ‘how motivated you are to lead’, (b) Use the tool of Expert Power and (c) Build and gain Expert Power.
How to Effectively Lead by Example by Dr Jim Porter How to Effectively Lead by Example by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 14, 2012 $2.99 3393 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Effectively Lead by Example. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Lead by example, (b) React to changing times, (c) Shed the excess need of being ‘you’ and (d) Exercise restraint and use distractions.
How to Manage Your Responsibilities as a Leader by Dr Jim Porter How to Manage Your Responsibilities as a Leader by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 14, 2012 $2.99 2734 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Manage Your Responsibilities as a Leader. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Become an Action Centered Leadership, (b) Appreciate your responsibilities as a manager, (c) Use the GROW model to coach your team and (d) Improve your team’s performance.
How to Increase Your Emotional Intelligence by Dr Jim Porter How to Increase Your Emotional Intelligence by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 14, 2012 $2.99 2681 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Increase Your Emotional Intelligence. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Improve your EI level, (b) Avoid stress and (c) Become an Active Listener.
How to Understand Power and Learn to Negotiate by Dr Jim Porter How to Understand Power and Learn to Negotiate by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 14, 2012 $2.99 2637 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Understand Power and Learn to Negotiate. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Appreciate the five bases of power, (b) Negotiate conflicts successfully and (c) Apply Adam’s Equity Theory to balance employee inputs.
How to Match Your Commitments with Your Values by Dr Jim Porter How to Match Your Commitments with Your Values by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 14, 2012 $2.99 2367 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Match Your Commitments with Your Values. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Identify your values, (b) Benchmark your commitments with your values and (c) Bridge the gap.
How to Adopt an Appropriate Leadership Style by Dr Jim Porter How to Adopt an Appropriate Leadership Style by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 14, 2012 $2.99 2316 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Adopt an Appropriate Leadership Style. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Appreciate the various styles of leadership, (b) Appreciate different leadership theories and (c) Figure out the best leadership style for you.
How to Benchmark Your Business by Dr Jim Porter How to Benchmark Your Business by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 13, 2012 $2.99 2526 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Benchmark Your Business. Benchmarking can be defined as the process of comparing your business performance with that of the industry average. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Establish what parameters to benchmark, (b) Set a plan for benchmarking, (c) Gather information and (d) Carry out a benchmark exercise.
How to Care for Your Customers by Dr Jim Porter How to Care for Your Customers by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 13, 2012 $2.99 2818 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Care for Your Customers. Almost all successful businesses have an excellent customer care service. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Establish contact with customers, (b) Devise a control system, (c) Follow up on sales, (d) Handle complaints and (e) Care for your customers.
How to Manage Credit Control by Dr Jim Porter How to Manage Credit Control by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 13, 2012 $2.99 2467 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Manage Credit Control. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Check the creditworthiness of your customers, (b) Decide on your credit limits and agreements, (c) Manage everyday credit control and (d) Avoid and manage delayed payments.
How to Improve Your Sales by Dr Jim Porter How to Improve Your Sales by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 13, 2012 $2.99 2648 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Improve Your Sales. The biggest hurdle faced by start-up businesses is making sales. This is a very important factor in deciding the success of your business. No matter what your company is selling, the basic approach for sales is the same. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Define your sales target, (b) Reach decision makers and (c) Promote your products.
How to Manage Direct Mail by Dr Jim Porter How to Manage Direct Mail by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 13, 2012 $2.99 2514 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Manage Direct Mail. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Set your objectives for direct mail, (b) Mail your existing customers, (c)Compile a mailing list and (d) Rent a mailing list.
How to Write Your Advertisement by Dr Jim Porter How to Write Your Advertisement by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 13, 2012 $2.99 2882 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Write Your Advertisement. Every start-up needs to spend some amount for advertising their business. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Target your customers, (b) Write an advertisement, (c) Position your advertisement appropriately and (d) Write a good advertisement.
How to Manage Your PR by Dr Jim Porter How to Manage Your PR by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 13, 2012 $2.99 2695 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Manage Your PR. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Define your need for PR, (b) Approach the media and sell your story, (c) Come up with new ways to reach your audience and (d) Format your press release.
How to Prepare Your Budget by Dr Jim Porter How to Prepare Your Budget by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 13, 2012 $2.99 3013 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Prepare Your Budget. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Prepare your sales and expenditure budget, (b) Prepare financial projections and (c) Review your budget.
How to Price Your Products and Services by Dr Jim Porter How to Price Your Products and Services by Dr Jim Porter Jan. 13, 2012 $2.99 2544 words Sample 20%
Entrepreneurs Brief Guide - How to Price Your Products and Services. Deciding on the price of your products and services is a very crucial step as the right price could help you to double your profits instantaneously. In 30 minutes, learn how to: (a) Build your cost structure, (b) Check your competitors’ prices, (c) Offer discounts and (d) Increase prices