Recent content by munaworks

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    Waiting for Windows 10

    I find that no matter what version of Windows is released, they in the end revert back in some way to the XP make-up. Also I am currently using Windows 8.1 and I find the reports of its problems to have been greatly exaggerated. However I am curious to see what direction they take with the new...
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    Help pls, strategy to get employees actually working ....

    Fair enough, it does sound like you have considered this very carefully, in which case you can't go too far wrong in whatever choices you make. A delicate balance of carrot and stick is always best, the issue is always what that required balance is.
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    An idea, already done but where to start when starting up yourself ... ?

    I suggest you take a course on running a business, try to understand the terminology as far as managing the finances and projecting the cash flow of the business. I would say though, if you ever want to be successful in business the most important thing is to act, and learn from your actions...
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    Can changing the host affect Google rankings

    Its highly unlikely that changing your hosting will affect your rankings. It most likely is some external issue or minor changes to Google's algorithm that would have affected your rankings.
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    My Assistant gets paid more then me????

    This. Maybe without the tears though.
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    Needing advice on exposure - Professional golfer

    Not really experienced in sponsorship or athlete endorsements but could you go into more detail about this outstanding amateur career of yours? I'd like to know if I'm conversing with a future golfing sensation? :cool:
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    best way to get backlinks

    That is actually a very smart strategy to build very high value links from authority pages to your site. Hadn't thought of that previously. Great tip indeed.
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    Help pls, strategy to get employees actually working ....

    Just a very small psychological tip to offer, take it as you wish, it probably doesn't work in all cases. Many times when people don't seem to be motivated to work, it can be useful to, rather than imposing measures or having a go at them, give them more empowerment and responsibility over...
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    Extract data from YELL UK Directory to spreadsheet ?

    I would suggest engaging a web scraper from freelancer or elance and get them to do it for a small price. It shouldn't be too much trouble or expense for someone who is familiar with web scraping.
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    How do we do our own SEO ?

    The first and most important step is to create something people would want to share. If your business website is not something that is conducive to sharing, then create a blog on your site with content that people would like to share and people will share it. It's best to not try and game the...
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    This is how rich kids use Snapchat

    Couldn't have said it better myself. I say... live and let live. :)
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    Mailchimp, Aweber or someone else?

    You can also try TinyLetter.com for a completely free email marketing service. It is however owned by mailchimp, not to sure if there is a catch there somewhere.
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    Amazon US Returns

    There are many services that lend you a delivery address in the US that would then forward packages received unto you. Shipitto is one, myUS is another. Do a google search for "parcel forwarding us" and check them all out first.
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    Email Marketing

    For as long as you are getting opt-in leads from your target audience you are creating value for your business, so it is not a waste of time. You might however want to take a course on how to properly use an email marketing strategy to create and convert leads as well as keep customers returning.
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    New Customer Acquisition for Small Startup

    Find the most cost effective way to reach of to your target audience and gauge the demand for your service. I always think it to be a misstep to start a business without first defining and testing a clear marketing strategy.