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Jobs & Careers > Online Jobs (Other) How to use the Internet to work from home: 2 of 46
Almost every business idea can be researched, planned, and implemented using the Internet, making it possible for anyone to work at home.How do you work at home?One way is to telecommute.If your boss is sympathetic, you could negotiate to work at home, say, twice a week, and arrange for meetings to take place on the days you ... More..
Business > Small & Home Business Surviving as a small business in a big business world: 9 of 30
Network marketers. Direct selling. MLM. What comes to mind when you hear these phrases? Aggressive, pushy salespeople? A family member or friend you want to avoid because he can't stop talking about his new business and all the wonderful products his family loves?The network marketing industry has given thousands of individua... More..
Computers & Technology > Web Design Where to get the best deals on web design and maintenance: 1 of 3
Where to get the best deals on web design and maintenance would depend on who you are and what the website is for.If you are a small business owner with limited resources and little technical knowledge, and you want to establish an Internet presence, an easy and convenient way would be to hire an experienced freelance web des... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise Tips Things to consider before joining a gym: 11 of 29
Signing up for a gym membership has never been so attractive or easy. Recently, I saw a fitness club that had this special promotion on its website."Get started with 30 days and you could win $10,000!"I was seriously tempted to fill up the contact form and click Send. But I remembered my last gym-related fiasco and clicked aw... More..
Personal Finance > Banking Basics Making your bank accounts work for you: 4 of 8
With more choices than ever, finding the right bank account can seem confusing. Thankfully, online research tools like those on the Infochoice and Cannex websites can help you make sense of what's available.When choosing a bank account, it is prudent to consider not only the interest rate offered, but also: Account keeping fe... More..
Business > Small & Home Business Is telecommuting right for you?: 3 of 6
Have you got what it takes to be a successful telecommuter?Here's a checklist to help you get a reality check before you submit your application to a jobs board. First, ask yourself why you want to work from home. Make sure your reasons are sound.It may surprise you to know that there are right and wrong motivations for telec... More..
Health & Fitness > Disease (Other) How to live a disease-free life: 1 of 2
"We have forgotten how to die of old age in this world. Instead, we die of man-made diseases that could and should be prevented." How is it that as technology advances and new inventions are created to make life easier, more people in the developed world are dying of cancer, heart disease and stroke every year?The key lies in... More..
Business > Sales Network marketing tips for introverts: 1 of 1
Does the idea of selling scare you?Are you annoyed when you receive calls from complete strangers trying to interest you in the latest ground floor product or business opportunity?So do I. That's because you and I belong to the 85% of the population who hate being sold to.And if we hate being sold to, why would we want to inf... More..
Business > Entrepreneurship (Other) Ten franchises you can buy for under $25K: 6 of 9
Are you looking for a new job or perhaps seeking a new career direction? Going into business for yourself can be a great way to start anew in the current economy. With so many business opportunities out there, how do you find one that makes maximum use of your resources?Becoming a franchisee could be the solution. Basically,... More..
Style & Beauty > Makeup Guide to mineral makeup: 12 of 13
i.d. Bare Essentials.Bare Beauty Mineral Makeup.bareFaced Mineral Cosmetics.Bare Silk Mineral Makeup.What do these beauty brands have in common?They are players in the latest revolution in cosmetics: mineral makeup.What is mineral makeup and why do so many women love it?Mineral makeup is made from naturally occurring minerals... More..