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Comment by Howard Larson on May 17, 2009 at 3:09am

I was approached this week by a company and in the ensuing discussions we started thoughts on the possibility of franchising my company and/or business plan. Will be talking to my CPA on the ins and out of it but does anyone here have experience taking a company into a national franchise?

Will be

Comment by Kathy Buck on March 13, 2009 at 1:10pm

Ryan - it's people like you who make people like me turn ALL my e-mail notifications off from groups.

I hope the you have tried the owner of this networks last good graces with your unwelcome spam. It's the reason you were banned from my group.

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Comment by Leslie Brashear on January 26, 2009 at 3:08am

I am doing all the online marketing that I can think of - Craigslist, Merchant Circle, Facebook ads (had to stop - too costly), google ads, Inetgiant, and so on... I am working on finding others in my community to start a "BNI - like" networking group for complementary businesses. And finally, I have a list of businesses to call and plan to do that next week. Businesses like spas, fitness centers, etc. in which the products that I offer would sell well.

Comment by Lindy Asimus on January 23, 2009 at 2:49pm

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General reminder. ...No spamming any of the groups, forum, or members sites will be tolerated. TeamCircle is here for meeting people and sharing ideas. Not spammy sales junk.

Comment by Lindy Asimus on November 28, 2008 at 2:26pm

Time we had an update here. Times getting tough? Even more reason to get serious about a marketing strategy - and implementing it!

Comment by Alba Henderson on August 7, 2008 at 2:38pm

Here is another interesting article...

INCREASING YOUR BUSINESS WITH PRODUCT REVIEWS A testimonial can be a wonderful thing for your business. Almost all successful companies use testimonials of some kind to show what they are saying about their business and products is the truth.

What good are product reviews?

- Give an unbiased review of a product
Sometimes we get so excited about our business, when we talk about our products it starts to sound like an ad. By giving the customer a chance to look at an unbiased review from someone that has nothing to gain from their recommendation, it gives the customer more faith.

- Better decision for the customer
Maybe they have questions or concerns about the product which they don't want to bother contacting anyone about. Some people are very quiet, and like to see what others are saying about certain things. By allowing them to read a review, you are giving them the chance to see the product from a non-ad side. They may or may not buy, but the main point is you'll have much more happy, valuable customers.

- Give suggestions to potential customers
Have you ever gone to a website and got lost in all the products? In an offline store, sales people can help point you in the direction of some interesting items. Online this isn't the case. Product reviews can offer that "suggestion" and point customers in the direction of those interesting products.

- Show your personality
In bigger direct sales companies, the competition between reps can be unreal. Having a product review written about you and your products can help bring your personality out. If a potential customer sees you as a recommended rep with reasons why, the chances of them going to you for their needs with this company is greater.

How do I get a review?

There's several different ways to have a product review written about you and your business. Some ideas include:

- Family or Friends
Most have tried your products, right? Ask them for some feedback, and what they think.

- Exchange Products
Find a rep for a non-competing business and swap products. You will need to find someone you trust to write a positive review.

- Freelancers
Some you may need to pay, but the rewards from a review can be much more that the cost of the article.

- Find Shopping Websites
Many websites online now offer to write reviews for you for free. It gives the website owner content, and you the chance to show off your best products. Mom's Market is one of these sites, and details on how to send in your product can be found at http://www.momsmark etonline. com/review- info.html

Product reviews can help your business in many different ways. If you have a personal website verses a company site, the rewards are much greater.

Comment by Alba Henderson on August 7, 2008 at 2:32pm

Hi Mindy, I am the same way with Facebook, still trying to learn my way around.

Comment by Mindy Gilbert on August 4, 2008 at 12:50am

Has anyone tired facebook and other social networking groups to increase business? I'm a techno dummy and I still have no clue how to use Team Circle to my advantage, let alone facebook etc. As a Vacation & Cruise Specialist, I obviously am looking to increase my travel booking sales and, I'm not sure how to "join" groups on these sites that may maximize my visibility.
I've asked my young adult kids and they just roll their eyes at me- as if to say, ok mom- you really don't get it do you?

Any feedback would be great. My business model is to provide personal service with competitive pricing. I don't send my clients to a website to book their own trips. I consult with them to make sure that what they are booking is the right vacation for them.

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