Debbie Hancock
Saturday, August 23, 2014
The Shopping Annuity: Is it in Your DNA?
The Shopping Annuity and the concept of converting spending into earning is at the heart of the business. UnFranchise Owners who fully leverage this concept have found tremendous success because they realize the importance of making it a part of their DNA. When you are a product of the product and you commit to building your Shopping Annuity you are ensuring your success as an UnFranchise Owner!
We talked about this crucial concept a lot during International Convention, and now I’d like to share with you some of the stage presentations from MAIC2014 that help drive this important point home. Reviewing these with your team is a great way to make sure you’re doing everything you can to maximize your shopping annuity and convert spending into earning with SHOP.COM
Keep Growing!
-JR Ridinger
UnFranchise DNA “Convert Spending Into Earning”| JR Ridinger
JR Ridinger | The Close — (Go to 2:18 for 7 minutes on macroeconomics of Shopping Annuity)
Convert Spending Into Earning: Technologies Part 1 | Marc Ashley http://youtu.be/vax8bypJx5A
Convert Spending Into Earning: Technologies – Part 2 | Marc Ashley http://youtu.be/LYWZKjYWkrM
Convert Spending Into Earning
Money In The Toilet
2014 International Convention Video Presentation Playlist
- See more at: http://www.beingjrridinger.com/business-building/leveraging-shopping-annuity/#sthash.4smruRMC.dpuf
International work from home opportunity at debhancock.us
Tuesday, January 14, 2014
Networking The Net
Make professional connections at your own pace
Networking the Net
Make professional connections at your own pace.
Ah, the friendly
confines of your computer desk. Here, none of your colleagues are going to
notice how much you say the word like or how often you touch your face. It’s
the perfect place to make professional connections at your own pace. Just
follow these commonsense guidelines.
Take Social Media Seriously.
Skill
with social media is one of the six strengths Jennifer
Kahnweiler, Ph.D., identifies in Quiet Influence. Social media can lead to
closer connections. “Use social media to set the stage for offline
conversations and then capitalize on the one-on-one opportunities you
generate,” Kahnweiler says.
Develop a Public Persona.
I’m
not shy online (or off, for that matter), but I keep two Facebook accounts—a
private one for friends and family, where I can be my usual goofball self, and
a professional one, where I’m more focused on professionally relevant links and
discussions. For introverts, who often are private people, having an alter ego
can be a more comfortable way to put themselves out there online. (For
inspiration, look at Steve Martin, an introvert whose public alter ego is loud
and silly.) You don’t have to be an entirely different person; it’s more a
matter of approaching social networking as part of your job and acting as your
professional self online.
Be Generous.
If
you use social networking only to tout your own achievements, people will
quickly tune you out. Share interesting links, share the wisdom of others,
congratulate colleagues on their successes, respond to requests for help, and
do your part to assist others in promoting their good work. Networking is
all about relationship-building, so always think in terms of making
connections, not just talking at people.
Display Expertise.
“Regularly
and consistently position yourself as an expert to share your
knowledge, learn from others, gain visibility and broaden your network,” Nancy
Ancowitz says. By making thoughtful comments on others’ blogs, being generous
with advice and suggestions when solicited, and sharing resources, you publicly
demonstrate that you know your stuff.
Try Blogging.
If
you don’t have or want your own blog, offer to write guest posts for blogs you
admire. A blog is a
hungry monster and always needs good content—many bloggers are happy to have
someone fill in for them now and then. A good blog post will display your
expertise to a whole new network of people forever, because blog posts live on
in cyberspace.
Take It Offline.
Make
the most of every opportunity to meet (in real life) the people you know in the
virtual world. This serves to cement relationships and take them to another
level. If you know some of your online connections will be at a conference you
plan on attending, seek them out to say hello. You already have an entrée
because you have interacted online, which should eliminate any awkwardness you
might feel
- See more at:
http://www.success.com/article/networking-the-net#sthash.tjOBcuve.dpuf
Wednesday, September 18, 2013
- By Brynne Tillman + Lisa Peskin Co-Authors: Leveraging LinkedIn for Business Development,
LinkedIn Contacts and LinkedIn App – Is LinkedIn becoming a CRM?
Is LinkedIn becoming a CRM? Sure looks like they are moving in this direction. LinkedIn Contacts App may be the biggest and boldest move LinkedIn has made so far. It is also available on http://contacts.linkedin.com . From what I see, it hasn’t rolled out to everyone and many of these features look as though they may be for the paid accounts only. But what I am seeing is very exciting. Here is what you get:
- Profile Organizer is now part of LinkedIn Contacts. Saved profiles, Tags and notes are now in one place under one convenient place – contacts.
- Notes section, which used to be available to everyone, then was limited to the paid accounts only but looks like it is now back with the LinkedIn Contacts App. And, only you can see this space so you can write whatever you want.
- You can save notes about your contacts and set reminders to stay in touch, unfortunately this is limited to 1 day, 1 week, 1 month or recurring. It would be ideal if you can set the date and time, but it is a start.
- There is a separate note on how you met. What a great way to remind us how we initially connected and why.
- Easily tag your contact in a group that you create so you can keep them organized and easy to manage.
- Your Email threads are available on your connections profile now. What a wonderful way to review past conversations. LinkedIn really wants us using them as an email and contact database, and they are doing a great job making this easy for us!
- Bring all your contacts into one place. Sync your address books and calendars. You can sync CardMunch, Evernote, IPhone Address Book, Outlook contacts, Gmail and on and on – bold and beautiful!
- Searching is fantastic – within you connections there are fields that include company, title and so much more.
- Once you sync – an icon will appear next to everyone’s profile to let you know where and how you are connected.
- LinkedIn now gives us a daily reminder of who in our network has birthdays, new positions and other relevant updates. You can send a quick note to stay in front of them from one easy place!
- You can still export you connection to, just click on settings and the download link is on the top right.
- BONUS: You can see the date you connected. Boy I love this feature!
I will keep you all up to date as I learn more! CLICK HERE to learn more about how LinkedIn can grow your business? Check out BDU’s On-Demand Webinar -
Monday, September 2, 2013
Home Security: 9 Tips to
Keep You Safe
Keep You Safe
While some home security tips are common knowledge, here are some unique pointers from industry experts that you may not be aware of.
1. Hide valuables in kids’ rooms. Many people put valuables in their master bedrooms or their own dresser, but it’s best to put these items in children’s bedrooms, where thieves may not look.
2. Don’t place your security system keypad near a window where a burglar can see it. Not only can the burglar break the glass and reach in to attempt to disarm, but he can also see if the system is armed.
3. Keep car key fobs close to the bed at night. That way, if you hear an intruder, you can easily hit the car’s “panic button,” which will likely scare off the burglar.
4. Pack your car for vacations discreetly, and don’t leave it packed overnight. A packed car is an excellent indicator to a burglar that the home’s residents will be away for an extended period of time.
5. Store firewood away from windows. A pile of extra wood can be used to access second-story windows.
6. If a service worker asks to use your bathroom, check later to ensure the window hasn’t been left unlocked.
7. Only use the services of a reputable locksmith. The locksmith should also be bonded and secured.
8. When away on vacation, have a neighbor not only collect mail and newspapers, but also flyers and advertisements that may be left at the front door. When these accumulate, it can signal to a burglar that the homeowners are away.
9. Use security system window decals and yard signs even if you skip the system itself! The signs alone deter many burglars.
© National Security Institute, Inc.
Monday, August 26, 2013
‘Clickjacking’:
The Hidden Threat
Right in Front of You
Even savvy
computer users can fall for “clickjacking,” the latest trick that hides a scam
on a seemingly safe web page.
How it works
Clickjacking starts like most online phishing scams. You receive an email, social media message, or text that directs you to a website. Scammers may claim to be a major retailer giving away an iPad, for example.
Clickjacking starts like most online phishing scams. You receive an email, social media message, or text that directs you to a website. Scammers may claim to be a major retailer giving away an iPad, for example.
The message instructs you to go to a
website and enter to win. When you get to the site, everything looks
normal. But scammers have hidden links and other content on the page.
In addition to the content you can see, there’s an invisible layer.
You complete the form and hit the
“Register Now!” button, and that’s when you’re snared: the scammers have placed
an invisible link on top of that button.
You think your click is entering you
to win the gift, but you’re actually activating software code that may do
anything from ordering goods from Amazon.com (using the “one-click” feature) to
changing the settings on your computer.
The technique is often used to trick
victims into “liking” something on Facebook, a variant dubbed “likejacking.”
How to spot a clickjacking scam
If it seems
too good to be true, it probably isn’t. Stay away from teasers for
sensational videos and offers that are too good to be real.
Update your
web browser. Newer versions of browsers have security updates that warn
you of suspicious websites.
Log out of
websites. Many clickjacking scams take advantage of web
users’ habit of staying logged into sites like Facebook or Amazon.
Don’t
believe what you see. It’s easy to steal the colors, logos, and header of any
established organization. Always keep your guard up!
By: © National
Security Institute, Inc.
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Tuesday, August 13, 2013
5 Keys of The Opportunity Minded
5 Keys of The
Opportunity Minded
Among the obvious characteristics
of a successful entrepreneur such as ambition, good work ethic, and strong
leadership skills, an important quality that is often overlooked is being
opportunity minded. My definition of
being opportunity minded is always being on the lookout for opportunity.
Whether things are currently going well or could use improvement, by looking at
situations as possible opportunities, you’re constantly learning and arming
yourself with the needed information to stay on the cutting edge of what is
happening. Speaking from personal
experience, It also may help you identify that the opportunity you are
currently working on is really the ultimate opportunity for you as this has
done for me over the last 13 years.
Opportunity minded people are also my favorite people to connect with
and work together on projects as well.
Here are 5
ways to create the mindset of an opportunity minded individual or identify
those people who are opportunity minded
Leverage:
Work smarter not harder. If you find yourself putting in endless hours but you
feel at times you are spinning your wheels, it’s a good idea to re-evaluate how
you’re spending your time and also with whom you are spending it with. Some
great ways to maximize your efficiency is to eliminate distractions,
prioritizing result producing activities, stay organized, and be
proactive. If you are working with
others, I recommend matching their efforts.
This prevents you from wasting time on activities that will not create
leverage for you. I call it “using the
law of increasing returns”
Consider
“no” as “not yet.” No matter how you slice it, you are going to hear that
dreaded word, “no,” over and over again in any business. The key is to not let
it discourage you or change your success mindset in the slightest. Instead of interpreting
it as “no,” think of it as, “not yet.” This will keep you from closing the door
on a potential opportunity prematurely. Although at times “no” really does mean
“no,” keeping your mind open to the possibility that a “yes” may happen
eventually will ensure you don’t miss out on a follow up opportunity.
Avoid the
“short term” mindset of success. Where do you see your business in the
future? Creating a long term plan for
your business gives you direction and allows you to continue moving forward and
build a solid brand. As competition increases, technology evolves, and customer
require change, It is critical to stay on top of current business and industry
trends so that you aren’t left eating the dust of your competition. If the opportunity you are working on has a
short sighted plan, it may be time to reconsider a longer term opportunity that
holds a great track record.
Network,
Network, Network. Networking should be a constant in your business that never
ends. I always look to expand my network not only at formal events like
industry conventions, but also within the communities I currently do business
and people you already know. I highly recommend stepping out of your comfort
zone and exploring new social groups. Join a book club or volunteer with a
local Non-Profit organization. You may just find that you are having fun and
meeting some great people at the same time
Establish
and maintain a great reputation and personal brand. Strive for excellence in
all areas of your life. This is certain
to personally brand you as a person to be connected with. Once you have done
so, make it clear to everyone you do business with that maintaining your
reputation is your number 1 priority. Unfortunately, all it takes is one
incident to cast doubt on your abilities and tarnish your good name. Practice
integrity and consideration for others in all you do and DO NOT COMPROMISE. Do
not overpromise anything as this practice is a sure fire way of tarnishing your
personal brand and reputation. Operating
with integrity and honesty will speak for itself and open doors to new and
exciting opportunities and you will also attract the right people into your
business and life.
Wednesday, July 17, 2013
Success Is Not About Talent As Much As It Is A State Of Mind
Have you ever noticed how some people who are extremely intelligent and talented struggle through life while others that pale in comparison to them become extremely successful? The myth that the smarter and more talented you are, the more success will come into your life is simply not true. But why? Well, there are many answers, so lets examine a few of them.
I have found that success is a result of expectation: Without question, the people I have seen become successful almost always expected to become successful. It was only a function of time until their success lined up with what they thought would happen. They made a decision to succeed, and once that decision is absolute in their mind, it happened.
Smarts are not all it takes to succeed. In fact, I believe it is only a very small part of it. I have found many smart people to take too much time thinking about things and they never get around to doing anything. Smart people like trying to find shortcuts and be creative instead of simply putting in the time and making the sacrifices it takes to succeed
People who have struggled in their life many times have created a subconscious expectation of failure, and although they may be very intelligent and talented, they will subconsciously sabotage something that would ultimately create their success. I work with a gentlemen in my business that has incredible talent, charisma, and intelligence at such a level that it is scary. I expected him to set records in the business after the first conversation I had with him. However, any significant success has not come his way yet. The reason simply put is that every time he gets going and success is on the horizon, obstacles and distraction find their way into his life and a monkey wrench appears which haults progress because he allows it to take him away from the project at hand. The truth is he has every tool in the book to succeed but lacks the one thing that will take him to the top; the mindset of success. The State of mind that expects and actually demands success. Rather he subconsciously expects to struggle so when things are going good, his mind finds something to change the pattern. Basically it is a self sabotage. It is the exact reason a large majority of people who win a lottery are broke within a short period of time. Their mindset is as a person who is broke, and their mind doesn’t know how to deal with having money so it self sabotages by gambling, wasteful spending, and the like. Same with many athletes who have made Millions and are now completely broke.
So, Here is my formula for success.
Set expectations of your life to be successful and focus on them daily. Michael Jordan said “Your expectations of yourself shape your life” So expect to become successful. Think big! Never say “you can’t” do anything. Spend time with people who encourage you and are positive influences. I was blessed to parents that never told me “I couldn’t do something”. I was always told I could do whatever I put my mind to my whole life. And although I have had my fair share of challenges in business, I have always ended up succeeding because it was an expectation. Create a dream board with all of your lifes dreams and goals depicted in the collage of your creating and lose yourself in it for just 5 minutes a day. Imagine what it is going to feel like when you achieve those goals. Picture it. And tell yourself everyday that you deserve it because you are willing to make the sacrifices necessary and the commitment necessary to do what it takes to make it happen. Write out your goals as if they already happened. Finally, become a competitor. Challenge yourself to be the absolute best at what you do. I will never settle for being second best and that is a driving force for me. Make it a driving force for you too.
I leave you with this thought Your mind is like a garden, you grow what you plant. Think, feel and visualize your dreams and they will come your way.
Debbie Hancock
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