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David began, "I have a major time management problem. As an
editor, I often get two clients calling with assignments. They call
around ten AM and both want their projects completed by
mid-afternoon. Then a third client calls around lunchtime with a
crisis. So I have too many projects – all at once. The next day the
phone is silent."
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Considering a work-from-home business? Clients often say their
biggest fear is loss of momentum. Here are ten tips to keep
yourself motivated and productive.
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Q. I have several projects going at once -- but I never seem to
finish them! I'm pulled in so many different directions -- and I
end up with nothing to show for my efforts!
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These days, interviews don't come easily. When you get The Call,
make the most of your time -- and go for it!
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Q. I am transitioning to a new career after sixteen years to
spend more time with my family. We moved to a very small town (less
than ten thousand people) and I want to start an coffee shop
business and also offer PC repair. How can Iinvestigate and then
promote this business?
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1. Begin focusing on what you want instead of how much you want
to escape. When you find yourself sharing the latest horror story,
stop in mid-sentence and say, "What I want to have is..."
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Q. “You’ve asked me to come up with success stories. But I’m a
consultant. I go into companies and help senior managers develop
relationships with employees and customers. I’m a great listener.
How do I translate these skills into copy?”
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Most new e-business owners realize they need a website that
looks professional. But how elaborate do you need to be? How much
energy, creativity and money should you invest so that visitors
gasp, “Wow – what a beautiful website?”
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Like most solo professionals, you can't afford to sell yourself
with hype. You want to create a friendly conversation with website
visitors so you'll attract clients.
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