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The Importance Of Mobile Keyword Research

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February 22, 2013
TEST6keywords

While in recent years the focus has been on website SEO, this year highlights the importance of keyword research that target mobile users. It’s funny that we would utilize different keywords to search for the same products, from the same resources, depending on the device we use – but studies show that one of the main reasons mobile keyword research is vital is to expand your audience to include location keywords such as near...
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Pocketing Your Temper To Increase Success

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February 21, 2013
TEST6stock market current value

Who said it was a bad thing to take advantage of upward movement in the market? However, despite how your investments are doing – always keep your eye on the prize and the downside in your peripherals! The Chicago stock market, much like any other, is a indescribable roller coaster of emotions during an extended rally. Flashing lights are everywhere on Main Street and investors welcome everyone into their party of accomplishments. Last week...
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Managing The Stress Of Uncertainty Effectively

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February 20, 2013
TEST6manage stress uncertainty

The stress of launching a new business can be overwhelming at times, especially when trying to balance personal and business priorities simultaneously. Especially where there is a justifiable amount of pressure placed on you from the realization that feeding your family is contingent upon the success of business – there is equal pressure over aspects such as maintaining employee payroll accounts or personal investment management, to name a few. Learning how to manage this...
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Earn Your Standing As Office MVP

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February 19, 2013
TEST6MVP

Despite how close the game ended, nothing can replace Joe Flacco (quarterback for the Ravens) gleam of achievement after their 34-31 victory vs. the 49ers in this passing Super Bowl! Their win, coming after an intense first quarter and a blackout that put a damper on the momentum, was well earned and deserved. Nothing more satisfying, however, than the modest and humble reaction from the  6’5” New Jersey native, who was named the Game...
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Be a Leader, Not a Follower

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February 18, 2013
TEST6Leader

If you want to be successful, you have to surround yourself with successful people. Negative influences can have a direct effect on your career opportunities, work ethics, wealth, and social respect. There has never been a more important time to build a strong social identity. Utilizing the power of influencer engagement can help you enhance yourself and your business into a brighter future. As an online marketer, it is your duty to make your...
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Implementing a Not-So-Great Idea into a Million Dollar Business

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February 8, 2013
TEST6business

How many amazing ideas have you had for products or business that you never put into motion? Now think about how many not-so-amazing ideas that other people had that made them millions? Ever wonder how this is even possible? We all have ideas – some great and some not-so-shabby – but the majority of us don’t believe that we could ever turn an idea of any caliber into a multi-million dollar business. It’s time...
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Dissecting the Difference between the Online Entrepreneur and the Online Scammer

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February 7, 2013
TEST6Online Entrepreneur and online scammer

Over the last few years, we have witnessed at increase in online businesses, entrepreneurs and of course, online marketers. Yet, has it ever crossed your mind that this type of business empowerment is just a huge conspiracy to boost commerce? While some may feel that it is an era of the rise of the workers – others feel that it is nothing more than the government trying to diminish the presence of unemployment insurance....
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How to Plan for Family Owned Business Succession

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February 6, 2013
TEST6Business succession plan

While implementing a business succession plan is not required for most companies, it is always a good idea to have one, especially when dealing with a family-owned business. The reason is that a succession plan outlines what will happen to the business upon the death or retirement of the owner/head. In family operated businesses, this is usually passed down to the next of kin – but what happens when there is no next of...
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A Business Guide To The Facebook Graph Search Feature

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February 5, 2013
TEST6Facebook Graph Search

The launch of Facebook’s Graph Search has driven a buzz amongst users and businesses. While everyone is getting familiar with the feature – figuring out how it can benefit them – Facebook Inc (NASDAQ:FB) moguls have been busy introducing the tool to business owners. Although the tool is currently in its beta testing stages, and limited to the English market, it has been generating a lot of action since the launch. In essence, the...
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Balancing Your Budget Effectively for 2013

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February 4, 2013
TEST6Financial Freedom

In this day and age, a majority of the population are trying to achieve the same goal – to be debt-free. With unemployment rates rising, achieving financial stability seems pretty impossible to the average person. With that being said, many people are relying on credit cards to get them through and pay the bills on time – but in turn, are digging themselves into a deeper pile of debt.  According to the Credit Counseling...
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How To Keep In Shape At Work: A Closer Look at the Treadmill Desk

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January 28, 2013
TEST6LifeSpan DT

How To Keep In Shape At Work? With the rise and advancements of modern technology, it is becoming harder to really wow the public with new products and electronics. However, once in a while, manufacturers will release a product that encourages life changing advantages such as rapid weight loss or reduced blood pressure. While these advancements may not possess the same electronic ability as a smartphone, some can present equally beneficial convenience. For example, how would...
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