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Cameron Plommer
I want get feedback on an idea I have
I think a lot of high school and college grads are at a real disadvantage when they enter the real world. School ignores so many practical skills and doesn't push students to be remarkable.
I'd like to set up some kind of school, workshop or program that gives students the information, resources and motivation to be remarkable people. Which in turn will hopefully lead to better people and employees.
Thoughts. Criticism. Business partners???
107 weeks ago from Upstarts!, Personal Development, Untemplater and Brazen Undergrads2 more
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Danver Chandler:
@Andrew:
#5 - You said you'd elaborate on "getting away" (i.e. separating to converse with those who are 'on your level'). I think you've made ...More@Andrew:
#5 - You said you'd elaborate on "getting away" (i.e. separating to converse with those who are 'on your level'). I think you've made your point clearer, but since you stated that I assumed you'd elaborate.
106 weeks ago
#5 - You said you'd elaborate on "getting away" (i.e. separating to converse with those who are 'on your level'). I think you've made ...More@Andrew:
#5 - You said you'd elaborate on "getting away" (i.e. separating to converse with those who are 'on your level'). I think you've made your point clearer, but since you stated that I assumed you'd elaborate.
106 weeks ago
Andrew Hill:
Oh yeah for sure, I'm going to actually sleep tonight but tomorrow I'll elaborate I think it is key to keep on going at a crazy goal or to just ...MoreOh yeah for sure, I'm going to actually sleep tonight but tomorrow I'll elaborate I think it is key to keep on going at a crazy goal or to just enjoy what you have at whatever school you're at more.
106 weeks ago
106 weeks ago
Rebecca Thorman
I work for a start-up where the dress code is very casual. I'm usually the most dressed up, just because I like to. I'm wondering, how does personal appearance change the way you think about someone? If someone is wearing a suit and a tie is that better than jeans? Does it affect your brand?
Stephanie:
It seems that it all depends on the setting and the people you're with, but just a reminder: it's easier to dress up nicely, then dress "down," ...MoreIt seems that it all depends on the setting and the people you're with, but just a reminder: it's easier to dress up nicely, then dress "down," than to dress casually, then try to dress "up"
For instance, if you wear a pant suit and nice blouse and then realize your clients are more casual, you can always take off your suit jacket to become more casual. On the flip side, it's harder to dress "up" a polo shirt and jeans if you find out your clients are more traditional.
110 weeks ago
For instance, if you wear a pant suit and nice blouse and then realize your clients are more casual, you can always take off your suit jacket to become more casual. On the flip side, it's harder to dress "up" a polo shirt and jeans if you find out your clients are more traditional.
110 weeks ago
Scott Carver
Each step I take in starting my IT support/consulting business, which has started, seems to be a challenge. Fun challenges though. I've installed a CRM package & now trying to determine how detailed to define my services. I've looked at service catalog templates and think that's too much. How detailed do I want to be in my billing/tracking? Anyone struggled with that? Ex. BOS-1 is Business Onsite Service, but I don't think that's detailed enough for the service done. Hope that makes sense.
Bradley O:
Scott, after reading the Original post, I realize that I did get a bit off topic. Sorry about that.
113 weeks ago
113 weeks ago
Scott Rossow
As salespeople, what are your biggest day-to-day frustrations with selling?
Mine is definitely the trend of people not answering their phones. I leave voicemails to try and combat this inevitable theme but voicemails can only be so effective and even the best voicemails have a tiny response-rate.
Other frustrations?
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Laura --- I like your "it's not for you" method. This definitely makes people go wtf?
113 weeks ago
113 weeks ago
Laura McCallum:
Thanks, Sam, I certainly can't claim it for my own, and it actually goes against my nature to do this, but I can't argue with the results I am ...MoreThanks, Sam, I certainly can't claim it for my own, and it actually goes against my nature to do this, but I can't argue with the results I am getting. I learned it from Mike Dillard here:
http://nmccallum.blackbeltrecruiting.com
If you want to opt in to the free intro messages you will find value in them. The Blackbelt Recruiting course is well worth the $125 or so if you decide to go and buy the actual course. Money back if you don't think so. This course changed my business overnight- because it brought a change between my ears.
It has to do with control, posture, and human psychology. When you do the "take away", people realize they are not in control, and then they wonder what they are possibly missing out on. I tell people no all the time and I love it. Works for me and thousands of others who are using it!
113 weeks ago
http://nmccallum.blackbeltrecruiting.com
If you want to opt in to the free intro messages you will find value in them. The Blackbelt Recruiting course is well worth the $125 or so if you decide to go and buy the actual course. Money back if you don't think so. This course changed my business overnight- because it brought a change between my ears.
It has to do with control, posture, and human psychology. When you do the "take away", people realize they are not in control, and then they wonder what they are possibly missing out on. I tell people no all the time and I love it. Works for me and thousands of others who are using it!
113 weeks ago
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Josh Swindle
Thank you notes! Stop using your companies pre printed thank you notes. You know the ones i'm talking about, everything is done for you and all you have to do is sign your name. Hand write a thank you note! Hand writing is much more personal and it shows you care.
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Laura McCallum:
You are most welcome. We plan on working with them in the near future, just focused on getting some other things in place first. I really like the ...MoreYou are most welcome. We plan on working with them in the near future, just focused on getting some other things in place first. I really like the idea, since I used to do stamping and embossing of cards, was a lot of fun at the time, but don't have time any more, and like the idea of still being able to do the personal touch without lugging out all my craft supplies and stamping for 5 hours non stop- LOL For now I still have some personal cards left and am using them- and everyone comments on how much they like them.
113 weeks ago
113 weeks ago
Scott Carver
Anyone use myERP.com?
Bradley O:
I have not used that specific service, but I have used "cloud" type services like this. Privacy is definitely a concern, however most legitimate ...MoreI have not used that specific service, but I have used "cloud" type services like this. Privacy is definitely a concern, however most legitimate companies take a substantial amount of security precautions. However Anthony is right anything online can be hacked, however unlikely, so the question for you is; Is this an acceptable risk?
114 weeks ago
114 weeks ago
Scott Carver:
I've thought about security and the "cloud" and I'm OK or trust the security of those companies as much as I do the security of the big banks ...MoreI've thought about security and the "cloud" and I'm OK or trust the security of those companies as much as I do the security of the big banks security. Credit card companies get hacked seems like all the time in some form or another. I mean, if I installed something locally it's still only as secure as my house, my pc, my passwords, etc. There is a point where "worrying" about security could drive a person to live in a log cabin with no power 100 miles away from civilization.
I decided against myERP but it wasn't because of the security risk. I'm going to be using QB Online for accounting and I'll have to find a separate CRM/service ticket system.
114 weeks ago
I decided against myERP but it wasn't because of the security risk. I'm going to be using QB Online for accounting and I'll have to find a separate CRM/service ticket system.
114 weeks ago
Scott Carver
I preparing an email for potential clients. Some I have worked for previously through another firm. These clients trusted my work and requested my services a majority of the time. Some that that will receive it I haven't worked for. Question. Should the email basically be a mini-resume? Introducing myself, my company, my experience, my efficiencies etc. The business is PC/Network support. I've been doing this for 16 years for the Man. Time to be my own Man. The market is good in the area.
114 weeks ago from Entrepreneurs, Upstarts!, Shotgun Startups and Young Professional Men (YPM)2 more
Scott Carver:
I sent it out to a couple of clients. It was basically that. "Hey, remember me got a company now" sorta thing. A little more than a quick note, ...MoreI sent it out to a couple of clients. It was basically that. "Hey, remember me got a company now" sorta thing. A little more than a quick note, but not so much of a resume. I did have on there what my capabilities are, a link to the website and a thank you for your time.
After I sent the first one, I got a call within 15 minutes and have work scheduled for tomorrow. Pretty awesome feeling.
I had neck surgery in Jan and lost my job that same month. Ready to start working for me instead of the man. So far, so good :)I'll sure need folks like you guys around though.
Thanks for your insights!
114 weeks ago
After I sent the first one, I got a call within 15 minutes and have work scheduled for tomorrow. Pretty awesome feeling.
I had neck surgery in Jan and lost my job that same month. Ready to start working for me instead of the man. So far, so good :)I'll sure need folks like you guys around though.
Thanks for your insights!
114 weeks ago
Donna Fenn:
Scott, it's awesome that you got such a quick response -- congratulations! Let us know how it goes; we're here when you need us.
114 weeks ago
114 weeks ago
Mehul Kar
starting a business while going to school full time. good idea or not?
Mehul Kar:
@lindsey sounds like a full plate. remember the episode of Big Bang Theory a couple weeks ago when Burnadette says to Sheldon "what happens when ...More@lindsey sounds like a full plate. remember the episode of Big Bang Theory a couple weeks ago when Burnadette says to Sheldon "what happens when you don't sleep for a long time?" The something something shuts down in your brain. i.e. rest and activity are the steps to progress :)
@Zach thanks. I'm trying to think of some offbeat qs. Basic M.O.: put aside all the BS job q's and ask q's that I love answering myself (because I have good answers to them). If their answers match up, then we're on the same page. Then I just have to decide if I want to go the "same page" route or the "variety/balance" route.
116 weeks ago
@Zach thanks. I'm trying to think of some offbeat qs. Basic M.O.: put aside all the BS job q's and ask q's that I love answering myself (because I have good answers to them). If their answers match up, then we're on the same page. Then I just have to decide if I want to go the "same page" route or the "variety/balance" route.
116 weeks ago
Zachary Stark Jones:
I think you want to have a mix of standard / formal questions, then transition into an offbeat portion. You want to put forth capability, which ...MoreI think you want to have a mix of standard / formal questions, then transition into an offbeat portion. You want to put forth capability, which is the normal practice of q's; obviously you want to challenge people and have some questions that you expect would be beyond the ability of those you're interviewing. They flag the rare person that can answer them, and for the test they should paint a path of professional growth during tenure - you an take care that they do not belittle or make the person feel incapable by communicating, in closing that portion of the interview q's, a reinforcement of what those questions are designed to do: paint the road forward. The offbeat q's then get them out of the interview-mode and get them revealing their true passions and nature.
Read up on some NLP if you haven't. Listen to their use of words and look for negs, inhibition, and thinking-models that their language belies. Note those during the interview. Decide which can help or hurt and ask your next questions to confirm strengths or weaknesses to business issues relative to their nature. This forms the basis of your professional mentorship and employee / peer coaching.
I do these things in my own business process, and for my clients. Let me know if you turn out to need help in these areas.
116 weeks ago
Read up on some NLP if you haven't. Listen to their use of words and look for negs, inhibition, and thinking-models that their language belies. Note those during the interview. Decide which can help or hurt and ask your next questions to confirm strengths or weaknesses to business issues relative to their nature. This forms the basis of your professional mentorship and employee / peer coaching.
I do these things in my own business process, and for my clients. Let me know if you turn out to need help in these areas.
116 weeks ago
Scott Carver
Easy question. Starting up a home based business providing PC/Network support for home/home office/small business market. Needing a printer for invoicing, scanning, copying etc. Not faxing. I've looked at and worked with both laser and inkjet MF printers but not extensively. What do you use, laser or inkjet multifunction printer? Model? Do you like/recommend it? Which do you think is better, laser or inkjet?
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Scott Carver:
Lindsey, http://trustedreviews.com is what I think, was ...MoreLindsey, http://trustedreviews.com is what I think, was one of the better sources for reviews that I've found. I've found an MFP laser and inkjet but I'm just having hard time determining which would be better.
Jennifer, the laser MFP that I've been looking at happens to be a Brother. The Brother MFC-7840W seems to have lots of good reviews, it's not a color printer but at this point I don't think that matters.
Michael, faxing is another issue. Not sure whether I want an online service or an actual fax machine. Leaning toward a fax service.
Will, I'm partial to HP for all types of printers. Just not a big fan of their prices usually. I think Brother is comparable to the HP from what I've been able to tell in the past. But, do you think inkjet would be OK for invoicing? I've never been down this road with printers. I can see them smearing or what not while going through the USPS in the rain and such. But the price difference in a good laser MFP and a good inkjet MFP is what is making this a bit of a difficult decision for me. And it's such a small issue. :)
116 weeks ago
Jennifer, the laser MFP that I've been looking at happens to be a Brother. The Brother MFC-7840W seems to have lots of good reviews, it's not a color printer but at this point I don't think that matters.
Michael, faxing is another issue. Not sure whether I want an online service or an actual fax machine. Leaning toward a fax service.
Will, I'm partial to HP for all types of printers. Just not a big fan of their prices usually. I think Brother is comparable to the HP from what I've been able to tell in the past. But, do you think inkjet would be OK for invoicing? I've never been down this road with printers. I can see them smearing or what not while going through the USPS in the rain and such. But the price difference in a good laser MFP and a good inkjet MFP is what is making this a bit of a difficult decision for me. And it's such a small issue. :)
116 weeks ago
Lindsey Donner:
Thanks for the detailed response, Scott! I'm going out and buying a printer tomorrow. I'll report back with my thoughts after a month or so. ;-)
116 weeks ago
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