Saturday, March 13, 2010

White Card: Australia's Attempt at Reducing Death and Injury at Work

By Tony Hatch

It is not everyone who is well versed with what exactly a white card is. In fact this card is of Australian origin and it basically applies to Occupational Hazards and Safety at construction sites. It is a creation of the law that is expected to be respected by all those who intend to work at construction sites.

A white card, more commonly known in Australia as a Blue Card, is a card of accreditation granted by the department of government dealing with hazards and occupational risks. This card gives anyone working at a construction site the permission and authority to work. Therefore without one you cannot get a job at a construction site.

A card of this nature is not simply applied for and granted instantly. You must complete a course that deals with a variety of issues. Generally the course teaches workers to respond to hazards, potential and occurring, and to reduce the extent of damage that has been sky-rocketing in recent years. When workers have this sort of know how they are always in a better position to save their lives, as well as the lives of their co-workers.

Essentially the course is 6 hours in length and is not difficult once you have applied and have been accepted. Acceptance is the only real issue at hand since it is never guaranteed. You must complete an Evidence of Identity (EOI) test that is basically a test that makes use of your ID. That is why you will be asked to bring appropriate ID.

On top of the basic EOI test there is the added requirement that you must have an application fee. Such a course is not free as we all think at first, a certain amount of money has to be paid for your application to be processed. Currently, online tests cost around $50, while in person tests can cost a lot more.

The course deals with a variety of topics of considerable necessity. It first deals with how workers must identify, control and respond to hazards at construction sites. Without such important knowledge a lot of accidents can occur and potential hazards will continue to exist unnoticed. That is why the course is somewhat compulsory as this information is crucial at saving lives.

Apart from that there is instruction on the Australian law dealing with construction workers. Workers are therefore taught about the law as it specifically applies to workers. They are also instructed on their basic rights as workers and what they can do if their employers exploit and underpay them. But this is not all.

Something else that is taught is workers responsibilities. Workers must know what is expected of them so that they do not go about being negligent. A worker who knows his responsibilities to himself and others is far better than one who does not.

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Finding The Appropriate Online Resource For Your Lionel Train Collection

By Susan Jones

The net represents a vast network of information sources trying to supply shoppers with the supplies they need to please their requirement. With the global environment created by the web experience it's often the case to search out many more suppliers of goods than the buyer requires. For companies, this is often a negative result as increased competition leads to fewer shoppers obtainable and a driving down of price to satisfy with or beat top distributers.

For consumers this phenomenon of world market over saturation could be a positive since it opens the door to purchasing goods or merchandise for continuously decreasing costs from firms that are quality suppliers. The one problem that's created for customers is that this market oversaturation often makes it troublesome to search out many of the businesses that provide the best deals as they are lost on the internet.

A major instance of this oversaturation of quality product is found with the hobby of collecting and assembling Lionel trains. Lionel train may be a quality train that's collected by tons of train enthusiasts as one of the leading brands available out there to collectors. Though many of the Lionel train sets will be quite expensive when purchasing them directly from the Lionel train company and this is why individuals looking for the Lionel train set turns toward the web for their getting solutions.

The need for these quality Lionel train sets have generated a demand in the market that several companies have tried to answer, inflicting an oversaturation within the market and a driving down of the price. For the people looking to buy a Lionel train set this is often a perfect chance as there once lone choice of shopping for directly from a high priced distributor is no longer their only avenue of pursuit.

The only problem for shoppers looking into the Lionel train is that they now have the problem of finding the most effective on-line distributor. This complication is restricted when a client takes advantage of the online opportunities of a website that reviews the various on-line companies. There are some services accessible out there which can facilitate a consumer to find the best reviews of product related sites, making it easy to identify the best distributor for you to seek out your Lionel train set with. This eliminates the hesitation that customers have with regard to whether they need to found the most effective company with the simplest value in the vast market of the internet.

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Friday, March 12, 2010

Best Places To Buy Concert Tickets

By Phillip Guye

When you think about it, purchasing concert tickets online is a lot easier than having to purchase them by waiting in lengthy lines for live shows in a ticket booth. In reality, you do not need to remain in line and devote time only to find yourself distressed if the concert ticket supplier says that almost all of the great seats are sold out. There are a lot of sites online that allow you to purchase and reserve tickets to the concert events that you are eager to check out. I gathered just a couple to look at online.

Stub Hub is a great site that lets you not only buy tickets for concert events but allows you to offer and sell your own as well. It's got a huge selection of live shows which can be sorted out quickly because of the sites' simple web navigation. Online payments can be a breeze for your live concert tickets, given that PayPal and major credit cards like MasterCard, Visa, and American Express are signed up with them. You can be confident that buying through this website will be a risk free experience. A very important factor though is to avoid purchasing straight from a seller on the site. A few end up as scams and you may end up not getting your tickets. If you are using the site interface, then you are assured that you will be safe along with your purchase.

Ticketmaster is one of the most dependable methods to purchase concert tickets online. Ticketmaster is actually a well-trusted brand in relation to concert ticket purchasing online. This website presents ordering of pre sale tickets to make certain you can be booked to the live concert and shows of choice. Here, concert ticket prices are very competitive and top notched. Additionally in this site, they permit numerous methods for getting your live show tickets right to your hands. Remember, the faster and ease of the availability of the tickets, the more expensive the retail price tag for it. Standard mail is available if you wish to get free delivery rates.

Coast to Coast is a ticket website that guarantees that the ticket arrives prior to the function of the show or concert. The website carries a VeriSign label on it and comes in handy with bank card purchases. It's got one of the best interfaces in purchasing. The website is very well designed that you can be focused on seat picking rather than having to think of anything else at that time of purchase. Insurance policies on your tickets are offered also, such as refunds and so forth in case of emergencies that you cannot go to the event that you just booked for. It is a big bonus since virtually all websites offer no refunds and most tickets have non-refundable policies in them no matter the cause of your non-appearance during the event.

The websites I presented above are amongst the very best there is in terms of purchasing concert tickets. I rated them well according to ease of navigation, site user friendliness and the ticket purchasing policies and acquisition factors. I've purchased multiple tickets from these websites and usually have them delivered to me in a day or two, 3 days max. If the concert tickets you are eying for is not found in some of these sites, then there is a tiny chance you're going to find them anywhere else, cause these sites are the major ticket sellers.

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Does Micro Niche Finder Work?

By Natasha Francisco

There are so many factors that are included in order for one to start making money online and one of those is finding a profitable niche.

However, you have to look for not just any niche, you have to search for one whose level of competition isn't impossible for someone like you to take on. This is undoubtedly a very tough job.

There are plenty of tool which you can utilize in order to look for those niche markets that will allow you to dominate through search engines like Google. These different tools may have parallel features, but there are some that contain more than the others. Take for example Micro Niche Finder.

If you want to go for free ones, these programs often lack a number of things. Micro Niche Finder is an example of a really good program. It does not only search for the keywords that you need but it is also able to come up with the number of searches as well as the competition.

These programs like Micro Niche Finder do something very basic yet important-look for niche markets that usually overlooked in other programs. With this kind of service, you can start getting knowledge on the different affiliate programs that you can explore which are appropriate for your market keywords.

Another feature which for me is very important is the capability of such program to come up with the strength of the competition for whatever keyword phrase you have chosen.

But other than that, the program also makes sure that all your past keyword searches are all managed well because the program directly saves and organizes every search.

It won't be any problem locating these files anymore but everything is actually organized alphabetically when the program starts saving everything. Finally, you can get all those keywords into your excel with just one click.

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Thursday, March 11, 2010

Role Of An Undertaker In A Funeral Service

By Ynez Alvarez

Undertakers are also known as funeral directors and next in line to the family of the deceased and the clergy, they are the most important persons to take care of the funeral service. These are people who help you arrange the funeral, right from the start to the end. The job of undertakers is such that they have to be on call anytime during the day and on any day in the year.

Death is accompanied by myriad decisions, which the grieving family members are not able to take instantly in the wake of their great loss. This is precisely where the undertaker enters the scene and takes over. His responsibilities include deciding the specific time, place, and manner in which the funeral service will be organised. In Addition, the undertaker assists you in coming to terms with your loss, as he is by your side and plans the entire funeral, enabling you to reflect upon your profound love and respect for the deceased person.

A funeral service has to be planned keeping in mind the schedule and place, and these need to be decided first and then communicated to friends and family of the deceased. Once this has been decided, the undertaker makes arrangements for shifting the body to the funeral home or where it is to be laid to rest. In case the body is to be buried, the undertaker helps in selecting the appropriate casket for the deceased.

The entire proceeding of the funeral service, from picking the flowers to selecting the headstone, including making arrangements for clergy, music, food, transport and hymns, is done by the undertaker. All arrangements are made by the undertaker taking into account the wishes of the family members so that the deceased gets due respect in the funeral service.

Lastly, some undertakers also help in appropriate embalming and transportation of the body if needed, and in planning and arranging for the funeral service in another nation if the person has died abroad.

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Take Your Business Public: How To Work With Investors

By James Scott

Discovering the 'thumbscrews' of investors is crucial to getting them to take action. In over a decade of dealing with global investors there are several elements that I've discovered to be universal truths about the mind of the private investor (angel investor, accredited investor).

When talking to an investor for the first time, it's more important to listen than to speak. It's more important to ask questions than answer them. It's more important to discover their needs and wants than to exclaim your own. Your first conversation with an investor should be all about piercing the armor and finding the trigger points that prompt a reaction that gets to the center of their 'childlike' state.

What I mean by this is, investors, just like anyone else, has insecurities that are rooted in their childhood and what they are outwardly today, is typically a polar opposite of what they are on the inside. For example, an arrogant, chest beater seems proud and obnoxious on the outside but the reality is that they are over compensating for an insecurity that is rooted in an individual or collection of childhood incidents.

Maybe they were made fun of as a child, maybe they're father was verbally abusive, maybe their teachers would single them out in class opening them up to playground mockery. When talking to these individuals it's important to listen to their voice and intonation when the conversation topic changes. Take notes on their psychological adjustments to the conversation. After you feel you have discovered the triggers that induce the 'pleasurable' responses, end the call, and set your second phone appointment with them.

On that second call, you want to have your conversation ready to go using the triggers you found in the first conversation. Play off of those insecurities that you found, become their best friend without being chummy but it is your mission on this call to be the "guy that understand me" to the investor. You want the overall tone of this conversation to have the response from your target along the theme of, "wow, this guy gets me" , "I can see investing in this company".

By using this method and not coming across as 'fake', you have become an investment opportunity and a shrink all rolled into one. You want to be the one person that this investor can lower his guard to because everything he says, you seem to be the one person who understands him at his deepest level. You seem to naturally be tuned into his insecurities, emotions, needs and wants. Sound strange? Try this out on the next investor you talk to, I guaranty you will be shocked with the results.

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Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Event Photography Money Making Ideas

By Don Wong

A great way to make money with photography is to focus on events. You will be surprised about how many people want events covered and photographed.

What to do

Cover only events where it is hard for people to take the pics themselves and where they will want to keep their memories frozen in film.

One idea is to go to kids sports events. Get permission from the coach to click pics for the parents watching and then start clicking away. If you turn up with a huge telephoto lens like the ones used for pro coverage of events, you will be taken seriously. Make sure you get all the kids doing great action shots and then hand out flyers to all the kids' parents watching with your web address. If you can get hold of the parents email address so you can email them the URL of you site then upload the pics to your web site that day and email everyone. If you have a simple shopping cart set up you can make money in a few hours as people pop in to see the pics and buy them for $20 or more a pop.

You can do a similar thing with weddings. Take all the normal pictures as part of the wedding coverage but then get your URL printed on the wedding invites and all the other wedding materials and also get an email list of all the wedding guests, offer the couple a nice 20% discount for doing this and then take lots of extra pics at the wedding of the guests doing all the things they do. Upload all the pics to your site and send the emails. You will then make a lot more money than the 20% discount it cost you because then 20 or 30 people will be also buying your pics at $20 or more a shot straight from your site. Charging a higher price for high res pics is also a great money spinner.

The trick is to find a corner in the market place where you can excel by being the best photographer in the room, and offering an easy way for people to buy your photos.

Dog shows, fashion shows, horse shows, car shows, livestock competitions, rock shows, - the list goes on. Keep your eye out in the events section of your local paper to see what is happening. Always ask for permission to shoot pics and if you need to offer the people 10% of the income if feel you need to so you can get easy access.

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Ready For Online Distance Education? Read These 10 Rules First

By Mary Jackson

Accreditation - this is perhaps the most important of the rules. Accreditation confirms that the college meets certain educational standards that are set by the accrediting education agencies. If you earn credits from an accredited online distance education college, chances are you can transfer them to another accredited institution of your choice. Your chances for acquiring a new job or getting a promotion are greatly enhanced if your degree is accredited.

Degree mills and fake colleges - today the internet is flooded with fraud and fake accrediting institutions that give "accreditation" to any willing organization at a fee. Be safe and stay on the look-out for such institutions when you're choosing your online distance education college. There are always "tell-tale" signs of institutions that are not legitimately accredited. If in doubt, check with the United Stated Department of Education or CHEA to find out if the college you are interested in is accredited.

Does the college and degree program you wish to pursue fit with your long-term goals and career? if you are thinking let's say, enrolling in an online associate degree program and later hope to earn a bachelors degree (online or campus), find out how likely it is that your associate degree coursework will transfer by looking for a list of colleges which have accept transfer credits.

Class size is as important in online education as it is in a traditional college classroom. Do your research on the average class sizes at the online distance education institution you are considering. Small classes make it easier to interact and voice your opinion.

Find out if the faculty hold any credentials and if they are qualified to teach the program you want to enroll in. If you can dig further to find out what degrees they hold and if they are experienced in teaching online students, this will save you the distress of finding out later that your instructor is a fellow un-qualified student with no education skills.

Find out if it easy to contact your instructor or administration should you have questions or need help. The level of support offered to students varies considerably from college to college. Choose one in line with your needs and expectations.

Since most colleges begin their online distance education programs anytime and all the time, don't feel pressured to begin your program right away if you're not psychologically ready. Online education calls for motivation, thus you should only begin when you feel emotionally set and ready to put the effort to get through with your learning.

Check out if your program will be offered entirely online or if it will require residency at some point in the course. Some online courses have site projects and require residency so let this not come as a surprise to you.

Many online colleges have some form of financial aid or tuition assistance, loans, grants, scholarships available to their online students. You will be surprised at what you can qualify for. Many online schools offer tuition payment plans and employee reimbursement programs. Make sure you ask what tuition programs are available to you.

Your research for a good online college should not be a hurried task. Invest time in it and ask lots of questions. Quality education is crucial to your career advancement thus you should not get less than you deserve. New and traditional colleges are coming up with online programs every day. You have more choices than ever before to get your best education online.

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Tuesday, March 9, 2010

You Don't 'Get' Giving Till You Get Giving

By David Anttony

B1G1/BOGO (Buy One Give One) partners business enterprises with charitable cause right around the globe so that every business sale makes a difference somehow, somewhere, every second, every day. And it does much more than that. It adds a potent marketing 'engine' building your own attractiveness.

Michael Porter, probably the planet's most respected business strategist says this: "I used to see this area of corporate social philanthropy as the last thing on my agenda 10 years ago, but now I agree that social and economic issues are intertwined. Corporate philanthropy - or corporate social responsibility - is becoming an ever more important field for business. Today's companies ought to invest in corporate social responsibility as part of their business strategy to become more competitive."

Everyone we talk with about Buy 1 GIVE 1 gets it instantly. It's an idea that totally resonates and makes sense. And it's an idea whose time has come.

You can step up to make a continuing difference and literally play a part, not just in leaving a legacy, but also in transforming our planet. It could be the best business and personal choice you've ever made. After all you will leave a legacy the question is : will it be one of consumption or one of choice.

Bill Gates has become central to this paradigm shift, calling for 'Creative Capitalism' in response to the vital question, he shares in TIME Magazine:

"How can we most effectively spread the benefits of capitalism and the huge improvements in quality of life it can provide to people who have been left out?"

Buy1GIVE1 is about Sharing the Joy of Giving; and giving, results from giving thanks for what we have.

Remember - you don't 'get' giving till you get giving.

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Common Mistakes On Managing Renovation Projects

By Emily Lim

A home remodeling or renovation project is not as simple as it may sound. Renovating a building is not simply all about how it will look or function, but most importantly you have to deal with what kind of materials are used during the renovation, how are you going to work with your suppliers and contractors, etc. These of course will be covered by the person who will manage the project. Thus before a renovation project starts, one of the most important decisions to be made is who will manage the project.

You can either hire a professional who will do the work or alternatively, you can supervise the project yourself. If you choose to manage the work yourself, make sure that you have enough experience to deal with this. According to Gail La Grouw, the following are some common mistakes done by owners who have decided to take on the role of managing the renovation project themselves,

1. Inadequate Planning

Creating a good plan is a important part of your role as a project manager. The success of the project mostly depend on this. Your plan must include as much detail as possible. You have to regard planning for contingencies as well.

2. Poor Materials Management

Purchasing of the right materials at the right time is a large job during renovation. Think about this job properly, as it can be a cause of delay to your schedule. You can also incur additional cost if you do not have your materials at the needed time.

3. Poor Record Keeping

Lodge everything particularly matters that have to do with funds. Record keeping must be done everyday. You surely will miss something in your list if you do it in an inconsistent way. Record keeping will also let you know precisely where you are in terms of time and dollars against the plan specification.

4. Not Managing The Work Site

Most subcontractors are trying to cut cost by ignoring a number of rules and workplace safety items. This is a bad thing of course. Make sure that there is a proper insurance for their area of work.

5. Poor Communication

As home owners are not that knowledgeable with terms being used for renovation, miscommunication can happen along the way. Make sure that when you do not understand things, clear it up, but never loose your authority in front of your contractors of course.

6. Poor Change Management Control

All changes made during the renovation process must be documented and sign off.

7. Not Keeping Check of the Budget

Watch your budget, as most projects will overrun the initial estimate, make sure to add some percentage of your budget for your contingency plans.

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Monday, March 8, 2010

Online Education Degree - 7 Things You Must Do Right To Succeed

By Mary Jackson

Attaining an online education degree has opened opportunities for many students, especially those who find paying for traditional full-time courses outside their reach. But as much as acquiring an online education degree has many benefits over traditional learning, many factors play a role in order to make it successful for online students. Because of the differences in the way that online education is disseminated and acquired, some amendments in approaching this mode of learning need be put in place to make it a success.

1. Choosing the best education online institution - Make sure the institute for higher education chosen has adequate resources and accreditation recognized by the proper authorities. Unless authenticity can be verified, find another school. Sadly, unscrupulous degree mills offer degrees with short-term or no real education. Thus, the diplomas are bogus and absolutely worthless. Find a school that provides solid education, ample student support, and the facilities necessary to succeed in your distance learning.

2. Analyze cost vs. benefit - Some students enroll in a distance learning program without considering the cost. Generally, the cost per credit hour is fairly expensive. However, decide whether the education will translate into better income opportunities down the road. Only after assessing the true benefits can students appreciate the rewards of obtaining an education online degree.

3. Provide degree verification to potential employers - Faced with the prevalence of bogus and worthless degrees, it is no wonder that prospective employers are a little wary to hire employees who have acquired a diploma through distance learning. Therefore, anticipate potential skepticism and bring along proof of accreditation from the college or university. By underscoring the recognition of the U.S. Department of Education and CHEA, it will immediately alleviate any degree misgivings.

4. Discipline, determination, and time - First time distance learning students are often surprised by the amount of discipline necessary to stay on task and complete the online assignment. It takes unfaltering determination to achieve an online education. In addition, without regularly scheduled classes, it is essential to exercise good time management skills. To keep focused, without the physical presence of educator and peers, it is important to establish communication with other students to have another push toward success in your education degree online

5. Take advantage of the facilities available - Online lectures and email correspondence are a great venue for facilitating communication with fellow students, tutors, and instructors. Take every opportunity to utilize these options as a means of progressing through the classes, staying motivated, and feeling connected with your accredited online college or university.

6. Transfer credits - Students seeking an online education degree often have some credits from courses taken at other institutions of higher learning. Generally, online universities will accept some or all of the previous credits, so the courses do not have to be retaken. Therefore, it is incumbent on the student to obtain official transcripts, in order to receive credit transfers from their prospective accredited online college.

7. Using Educational technology is essential - The only way to facilitate an excellent online education degree is to take full advantage of all the educational technology available. Virtual libraries generally have all the information necessary to complete research projects and other assignments. The online materials have been factored into the cost of the course. The convenience is another reason for using this benefit to the fullest.

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MMA Flashback: Shinya Aoki Tops JZ Calvan

By Ross Everett

After a controversial no contest in their first matchup, there was no doubt as to the winner of the DREAM 2 rematch between Shina Aoki and JZ Calvan. Aoki controlled the fight from the opening bell and used a wide repertoire of submission attempts to keep his opponent off balance and on the defensive. Perhaps the most impressive element of the one sided victory was Aokis dominance of the ground game, which many observers considered to be JZs edge in the contest.

Aoki scored early with a takedown and controlled Calvan on the ground, working a heel lock attempt before taking his opponents back and attempting a rear naked choke. He was never able to complete the hold, but maintained a bodylock on JZC for the rest of the round. In the second, Aoki put on a submission clinic and demonstrated his ungodly flexibility as he spun from an armbar to a triangle choke and back again. Calvan was able to counter or escape, but looked completely out of sync as he generated almost no offense whatsoever over the 15 minutes.

Aoki was very emotional in his postfight speech to the crowd, while JZC just looked disgusted with himself for losing such a one sided contest. JZC had grumbled about the no-contest in their DREAM 1 matchup, and the one sided decision made this an even more bitter pill to swallow.

With the victory Aoki advances to the semifinals of the lightweight GP tournament. Thats the plan at least, as Aoki made some statements in the Japanese press leading up to the fight that win or lose there would be no way hed be ready for the next round with only half the preparation time as the rest of the field.

The rest of the card was devoted to the opening round of the middleweight GP tournament. Taiei Kin defeated Minowa-man Ikuhisa Minowa in a very closely contested and entertaining fight.

Korean judoka Yoon Dong-Sik also advanced with a unanimous decision victory over Shungo Oyama. Two one sided contests followed, with Zeleg Galesic submitting Magomed Sultanakhmadov via arm bar in a minute and a half of the first round. That was followed by the MMA debut of former Pac 10 wrestling standout Ian Murphy, was dominated by BJJ specialist Ronaldo Jacare

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Sunday, March 7, 2010

Seller Shareholder Offering: Pre - IPO Investments Will Change Your Life!

By James Scott

Everyone has heard about a friend of a friend who knew a guy that had a sister who got involved with a company just before they went public, made a small seed investment and when the company went public she made millions.

Real Pre - Public investments in companies that are built to last with solid executive management and board of directors all wrapped in a industry that can still flourish in a recession are extremely difficult to find and impossible to be part of unless you are 'in the know', meaning you are the auditing or contract attorney for the company filing with the SEC, the accounting firm doing the third party audit, the consulting firm who is putting together the corporate strategies for the company or the investor relations industry that is gearing up for the publicity and promotions campaign to run in a post offering environment.

Typically the invitation to invest in a pre-public company comes in the form of a Direct Public Offering after the company is divided into shares with a private placement memorandum and before the third party audit and before and during the comments stage of the S1 filing. If you are fortunate enough to invest in a company with the above description you will most likely being offered deeply discounted stock (cheaper than what will be offered in the public market) which means you will (if the offering goes as planned) increase your initial investment amount by 200+ percent.

This is not at all a rare instance. Getting invited to invest in the pre-public, seed capital stage is actually quite simple if you know who to talk to. The best companies to become aligned with are 'go public' facilitation consultants and corporate turnaround consultants. These groups take companies public for a living and can usually plug you right in when the company is qualifying with the SEC and needs to have 40 investors on the book to qualify to go public (on the OTCBB). Simply contact the company and they will typically give you a quick information form to fill out to collect your name, phone, investment history and investment threshold.

It's a fact, once you started investing in solid pre-IPO stock investments, you will dump your broker and never buy stock the traditional way again. Now get out there and experience the power of seed capital investment!

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Go Public With Your Business and Raise Capital Quickly

By James Scott

OK, you're ready to take your company to the next level and your CFO and legal counsel have advised you to go public to raise capital as well as to retain some of those prize employees with stock options and to bait that new sales executive with a signing bonus made up of stock options. You've looked into everything from pink sheets to reverse mergers to OTCBB to IPO and you have come to the conclusion you're going to need to take on investors so that you can afford to follow through with your plan. If you're lacking the funds to dive right in and start creating your public structure, here is a way that just about any business can afford to go public.

First, get a real business plan. Your business plan needs to sizzle and reel in the investor and clearly paint a picture of your vision to the investor and their advisors. Next, you'll want to raise an initial round of cash quickly so that you can afford to take your company public without hindering your current company structure with additional ancillary costs. You're going to need something fast and affective; you should consider having a professionally authored private placement memorandum put together for your company.

If you are trying to go public via OTCBB a Regulation D Rule 504 exemption will suffice, if you are trying to achieve an IPO you'll need to go with a Regulation D Rule 505 exemption (pink sheets and reverse mergers into shell corps are not very successful in immediate and long term success so I would suggest you stay away from these structures). Build into the PPM verbiage that you are raising an initial round of capital that will be used to take your company public. When savvy investors see that they are investing in a real, viable pre-IPO or pre-OTCBB formation you will see investors climbing out of the woodwork to give you cash if your business concept is sound.

Next you hire the consultants (usually the same firm that wrote your PPM) to start the process of taking you public. On the PPM your Mini/Maxi should allow you to use capital almost immediately to get the ball rolling on your public company. You can count on a solid OTCBB going for between $75k and $250k and an IPO going for $1M+ so have your PPM written accordingly. If you follow the path set forth above you will notice something extraordinary.

The only out of pocket expense you had was for your Private Placement Memorandum (and your business plan if you didn't have one) and 100% of the capital needed to go public was supplied by greedy investors who are excited to invest because of the quick payoff of their investment when you go public. This process means you can literally take your company public for less than $5,000 (the typical cost of a strategic Private Placement Memorandum. This is a simple, strategic and inexpensive way to get the capital you need for your company quickly, without using your limited financial resources in the process.

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Saturday, March 6, 2010

Cosmetic Surgeon SEO Video: How To Improve

By Phillip Guye

Posting an advertisement about your practice on the internet is one of the best systems of putting word out about your business. If you are starting a new practice then this is an appropriate platform to get you clients short of the service. Advertising online can also help your business achieve more growth and success if you have been practicing for some time. However it isn't very easy as it appears. Your cosmetic surgeon SEO video must have an enormous audience for it to impact positively in your business.

One of the methods you may use for this is looking out for a qualified video selling company. They can help you come up with an advert which will attract traffic from users attempting to find plastic surgery services on the internet. There are practices and guidelines that will give the opportunity for your cosmetic surgeon SEO video get a good audience. It is advisable that you view a couple of videos produced by already successful people to get an idea of what works and what doesn't. This will help you make a wise decision.

Some of the ideas you can use in your video include preparing topical and recent info for your audience. This makes it really easy for them to get what they are trying to find in the shortest time possible. You should also take the time to organize and review the kind of information you need to post on the video. Another idea is to keep on updating it from time to time. You must make time in your tight schedule to make a few changes on your cosmetic surgeon SEO video at least once every week. It is important to provide timely and topical information to your potential customers. This allows them to do something in case they need to do any kind of business with you.

As this is a medium that permits customers to meet you even before visiting your office, presentation is important. Your videos should give a feeling of professionalism without frightening customers. This is the sole way they are going to make the following step in contacting you. Having a video done unprofessionally is likely to lose you a decent number of potential customers. Let them feel safe and warranted by your display and the content available on your video.

Another concept you can use when preparing your cosmetic surgery SEO video is to keep it short and easy. It is sensible not too look too formal as this also shocks clients. Make sure you look relaxed and most significantly, approachable. You can dispose of anything that you're feeling might distract your clients from getting your message. In this way you are sure of getting some good business for a very long time to come.

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Take Your Company Public: Hire a Turnaround Consultant First

By James Scott

Most companies who are on the venture capital trail are not set up properly to attract investors. When an investor looks at your business plan and private placement memorandum they are looking for certain things. Of course funding sources look for the obvious, a solid business model, positive cash flow, industry genre with solid future growth, recession proof business (if there even is such a thing) and minimal debt.

Countless companies are turned down for funding because they lack the basics such as: an advisory board, board of directors, solid executive staff with a well groomed pedigree, reasonable share price, business plan and PPM that spell out the risks for the investor and an original marketing strategy that covers all the angles. These are just a few of the most common mistakes that companies make out of naivety and by not taking the time to hire an expert to properly structure them to make the entity appeal to investors.

Seasoned expansion and turn-around consultants can step into a company and immediately zone in on the issues that will hinder a client's investment magnetism. Often times it only takes 2 to 3 weeks to completely reorganize a company to make it stand out like a beacon in the turbulent finance industry. If you are seriously considering the idea of raising capital with a private placement memorandum, traditional institutional loans, venture capital or a public offering don't be penny wise and dollar foolish.

Spend some money and hire a consultant who is completely submerged in the finance industry to take control of the elements of your corporation that are seen as 'black eyes' to investors so that you can achieve the capital you're seeking.

The reality is, raising capital for your company is easy and straight forward if you've taken the time to examine your business objectively and sought out the expert analysis of an industry expert consultant who will run your company through a formula and make the necessary changes to increase your ability to raise capital.

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Friday, March 5, 2010

A Richardson Financial Advisor Recognized As A Community Leader And Is Considered Beneficial To The Clients Reception Of Service

By Roslyn Mesta

Relying on a Richardson financial advisor that is recognized as a community leader will be the most logical of choices. Suffice to say, people do not become re-known for nothing. A leader that is educated and understands your needs will be favorable in most situations that everyday people are put through.

Life is short, too short to be working the whole duration of your life span. It is important that you make the transition into middle age or older aged in a comfortable manner. The financial advisor will of a sure way of ensuring that you can retire comfortably.

Opening a business or running a business is an expensive venture. Acquiring the guidance of an advisor will benefit you in the long run. College planning and career planning is a good way to help advance a career and open many opportunities. Bu like everything else, nothing is normally free and costs are relatively expensive.

A financial advisor is worth a moment of your time; namely, during these economic times. Real estate and other ventures are becoming prospects for other people and if you are one of those people, you should understand the process.

Going face to face with a consultant will speed up the process and help them achieve a better comprehensive analysis of your position. They will usually take the information you give them and assess the needs and rectify the situation with innovative solutions.

Strategy and understanding the market and the way money is handled is crucial in achieving a tailored service that will adapt to your situation. Investment solutions and tax situations in virtually any situation will become clear as you consult with a financial planner.

A Richardson financial advisor recognized as a community leader is a title given because of the contributions made to society. Consistency in providing value in services that is tailored to each person's state of affairs is based on quality. In almost any circumstance, a person will benefit from information that is not so readily available and a advisor will help you achieve the key points in sustaining a healthy financial lifestyle.

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Easily Find Investors and Financing For Your Business, Guaranteed!

By James Scott

Easily Find And Secure: Angel Investors, Private Investors, Institutional Investors And More! Raising capital for a start-up, corporation in expansion mode or a company in virtually any position presents it's challenges and roadblocks. There has been no period in recent history that can simulate the difficulties that current entrepreneurs and executives are having when trying to achieve the procurement of venture capital. The standards have become more stringent and the cross-collateralization of personal and corporate assets as security for loans has virtually become a mandatory prerequisite for any type of funding, equity or loan based.

When initiating the process of raising capital one should take into consideration the use of a combination of funding options such as but not limited to: traditional venture capital, bank institutional, institutional equity investment, hedge fund lenders, private money lending, angel equity and loan investment, a private placement memorandum as the mechanism for raising capital distributed in shares, international equity based funding, the reality of taking your small business public on the OTCBB and many other concepts of capital raising that can be placed into a simultaneous strategy.

It's a common mistake among entrepreneurs and executives to place all of their attention and time into one singular aspect of the above funding concepts. Instead, you should pick a multi pronged approach and go after multiple genres of financing for your business. Some avenues will yield success, some will not but you are more likely to achieve incremental funding successes as oppose to one gargantuan, be all and end all finance victory.

To achieve funding you'll need to be able to contact multiple finance sources to start the ball rolling. Find online membership database sites that are owned and operated by professionals in the venture capital industry.

There is a big difference between a generalized database of possible lenders and a strategic database of success driven finance solutions. Find the most cutting edge, full range database on the web and join them.

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