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Caro Systems Inc. (http://www.carosys.com) Leads the Successful Implementation of Solutions for Media (S4M) Business ...

November 9 -- The North American landscape for delivering customer service in Broadcast advertising effectively changed August 27, 2007 when CanWest MediaWorks Inc. (CMW) took a bold step ahead of its competitors in the marketplace and implemented Solutions for Media (S4M) integrated business platform. This business platform will provide a fully-integrated suite of applications to manage the complete customer relationship and all internal operations of a broadcaster in the North American market.

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304 Project a Pain for Businesses, But a Gain for Bremerton

The final phase of the Gateway project is in full swing, as those who drive Navy Yard Highway can attest.

The Highway 304 improvement and beautification began more than 10 years ago at the ferry dock and has been working its way out of town ever since.

This phase includes cutting off access from the highway to businesses and providing it from a rebuilt Charleston Beach Road. To get to Westbay Auto Parts, Cliff's Cycle Center, Miller Sheetmetal and Affordable Ignition Interlock, customers will need to turn on to Charleston Beach Road at its intersection with Highway 304, across from shipyard's Missouri gate entrance. Four-foot-high black fencing along the highway will deter drivers from trying to take a shortcut.

"It's definitely going to impede business," Westbay Auto Parts district manager Louis Kimmel said of losing its driveway and parking along the highway. more

FROM deciding whether to hire permanent or temporary staff to carrying out an induction, Business Link can ease the ...

Through its starting up section, the Business Link website provides a step-by-step guide to recruitment. It will help you consider whether recruitment is the best option for your business, suggesting a variety of alternatives to tackle capacity issues, including training in new skills or sharing workload.

If you decide to take on new staff, the guide will help you understand the options available, explaining the pros and cons of employing permanent, fixed-term, temporary or freelance staff.

The starting up section outlines your responsibilities throughout the recruitment process, including what to do when interviewing candidates to preparing a contract and ensuring that staff records are handled in line with the Data Protection Act 1998.

It will highlight key duties and actions, such as registering as an employer with HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) and checking whether a potential employee is eligible to enter, stay and work in the UK. more

Three Genoa businesses win big

ERIE TOWNSHIP -- Genoa businesses won three of four "Business of the Year" awards at Wednesday night's 2008 Business and Industry Awards Dinner held by the Ottawa County Improvement Corporation at the Camp Perry Clubhouse.

Genoa Chevrolet-Genoa Ford was named overall "Business of the Year."

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Attorney questions ordinance governing sexually oriented businesses

A Memphis attorney raised questions Wednesday about a new ordinance governing sexually oriented businesses in Shelby County.

Attorney Edward Bearman, who represents three strip clubs inside the Memphis City limits, said the new ordinance in Shelby County might not be what people think.

"It's very possible that hotels, mainstream movie theaters, and country clubs would have to register as sexually oriented businesses because of the way those businesses are defined under this act," he said.

According to Bearman, that's because hotel customers can order adult movies, mainstream theaters have nudity, and country clubs have massage therapists.

Bearman also had concerns about selective enforcement.

"If these mainstream-type businesses are not required to register, then you're selecting certain types of businesses over others to enforce this act against," he said. more

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Resolved Question: Is this a good business idea?

Over the summer, I plan on starting my own online company. I have made my decision on what I will do. It is a website where users can sign up for free, and sellers can list their website and or domain name for sale or auction. A buyer who is interested can purchase the website. The seller can post a snapshot of the website and post other info regarding his/her website. They can place the starting bid and or buy now price. I would make money by selling ad space, and by charging a very small fee for the seller to post his site for sale (this can also help by eliminating scammers trying to sell scam sites since scammers dont want to pay fees to post up a scam). The reason why i think this is a good idea is because people are now starting to "flip" websites (buy a website, fix it up, and sell it for profit. There is no real industry leading website available to buy and sell websites except for sitepoint.com, which does not have their main focus on the marketplace. If I market this site enough bringing targeted customers and visitors, this site could become a success. Since i have very good coding and design knowledge, I can easily create the site. I also have a marketing plan in place. My uncle, who markets sites for a living, thinks this site could have potential and says my marketing plan is perfect. My goal is to eventually make six or more figures a year. Do you think I could make six or more figures a year with this idea? Do you think it could be profitable? Do you think I should do it? Thanks! more

Resolved Question: Is this a good business idea?

Voting Question: Is this a good business idea?

Resolved Question: Is this a good business idea?

Voting Question: Is this a good business idea?

Resolved Question: Is this a good business idea?

Resolved Question: Legalize pot. Debate me.?

I'm just looking for someone to debate. I, for one, am completely for the legalization of marijuana. Give me any reason why Marijuana SHOULDN'T be legal and i will shoot it down. Marijuana is a deadly drug. - No, it is physically impossible to overdose on Marijuana. Well, Marijuana may lead teens to make potentially deadly decisions, such as getting into a car. - That's exactly why we SHOULD legalise it. In fact, as a teenager, i can say that it is easier to get a couple grams of weed than it is a six pack of bud. Because alcohol sale is REGULATED and prohibited for those under 21. Therefore, you legalize and REGULATE Marijuana; start selling it at gas stations and "coffee shops", and slowly "drug dealers" go out of business, and it becomes harder to get a hold of. Meaning LESS teenage "Marijuana related" deaths Marijuana is addictive. - Phsychologically yes. But so is sex. So is reading. Tv, video games. EVERYTHING is, at some level, phsychologically addictive. What Marijuana ISN'T, is PHYSICALLY addictive. Alcohol and Tobacco, both legal substances, are physically addictive. And yet they are legal. Every blunt you smoke funds South American drug cartels. - If you legalize, and regulate of course, the growth and production of Marijuana, then we can buy our weed knowing that we helped farmer jon earn a living, as opposed to having to buy it from the evil gangs. Marijuana kills brain cells. - So does holding your breath. I equate this argument to the "nana nana boo boo, im right your wrong" argument that my little sister says all the time. This is merely meant to be an end all argument for the completely misinforment anti-drug campaign. Marijuana contains cancer causing chemicals. - Radios, cellphones, televisions and microwaves all emit waves into the atmosphere that can cause cancer. The preservatives contained in 90% of the foods in a typical americans diet cause cancer. Drinking from a water fountain causes cancer. Cancer is an inevitable part of American society. Everything causes cancer. If you live long enough to avoid dying of another cause, you will eventually develop cancer. Seeing as Marijuana has not been proven to DIRECTLY CAUSE or ACCELERATE any known cancer, ( Such as tobacco being linked to lung cancer and emphysema ) I do not feel as if "Carcinogens" are a strong enough basis for illegalization. Its just a drug. You take it to escape reality. - Yes, that is also why people read books, watch movies, tv. Once again, an illegitimate argument present by a nonsense filled, propagandized, anti-drug campaign. Im kinda getting tired so im gonna stop. I feel as if i have presented enough reasons as to why it shouldn't be illegal, but if you have another, feel free to post it and i will present a logical argument. Oh yea, two quick reasons why it SHOULD be LEGALIZED. 1. As stated above, there is absolutely NO well devised reason that it should illegal. 2. The economy is pretty jacked up right now. As opposed to THROWING AWAY money to enforce laws against marijuana, lets CREATE jobs, CREATE taxes, and CREATE an entire new market to help get this economy back on track. So lets grow up and quit this childish "its a drug therefore its bad" thinking. And oh yea, LEGALIZE TODAY of course :)Huckleberry - I dont know when the drug campaigns started calling Marijuana dope. But Marijuana is, in fact, not dope. Dope is meth. Meth releases a surge of a chemical called dopamine into the body. Giving it the name dope. As for being slow and stupid, perhaps. But only for the duration of which you are under the influence. I can smoke at the end of a long day, to relax at home. When i dont need to be productive. And since there is no hangover, i can go right back to school the next day and maintain my 3.8 gpa. Debra D - Thank you very much :). But this isn't some lifelong dream of mine. Haha im just having fun. more

Resolved Question: This is my assignmment ...need help...?

Question1 Your client (Company X) has just informed you that they would like you to work on a new campaign that would assist with the marketing of their “new soft drink” product, and would prefer the Broadcast vehicle to communicate a message because of its advantages. The campaign is intended to run for two weeks. What criteria would you consider in the developing the Media plan for company X? Question 2 An electronic gadgets manufacturing firm wanted to market in India a small, hand-held electronic instrument for measuring blood pressure at home. The price of the instrument was fixed at around Rs. 3000 a piece. Being a specialty product, it was perceived to have only a limited clientele. The product was unique in the sense that it offered the convenience of constant monitoring of blood pressure at home, in office or anywhere, without having to visit the doctor. In order to prepare a cold list, an advertisement of the product, along with a coupon, was released in two leading business newspapers in Bombay. Interested individuals were asked to fill up the printed coupon and send it to the firm within 10 days to get a free booklet on management of blood pressure. A majority of the people who responded were found to be suffering from blood pressure, obesity or heart-related problems. A cold list of about 5,000 individuals was generated on the basis of filled-in coupons. Another alternative to this newspaper ad approach, as suggested by the research agency was to obtain a list of credit card holders from reputed banks such as ANZ Grindlays Bank, Citibank, Canara Bank, State Bank of India and Bank of Baroda. Question: What Sales Promotion techniques would be more appropriate for the company to market blood pressure instruments, and why? more

Resolved Question: Any Shooting Range Owners From Florida?

In the part of Florida that I live, there is only one range with four stalls. It is expensive as well as run down. People go there only because they have no other place to go within a 50 mile radius. I decided I want to open a range myself and have already obtained so much data that my head is spinning, yet I still have some questions I am having trouble getting answered. I have the Florida State Statutes, County Codes and Zoning, The NRA Range Sourcebook (in the mail), USAF ETL 08-11: Small Arms Range Design and Construction, the EPA CFRs for lead, and have a couple of properties I am looking at in my area that meet code and would be large enough to suffice the range. The range will be an outdoor range that has 50m (X5), 100 m (X5), 300 m(X3), and 1000 m (X2) lanes that will have use a dirt backstop accompanied by a cement block wall. The range will allow for ammunition from .22 cal to .50 cal. Other than delivery of dirt my brother, cousin, dad, and friend will assist me in the construction of the stalls, measuring the Surface Danger Zone/Vertical Danger Zone, backstops, and targets. My cousin and myself are going to Orlando to become Range Safety Officers for insurance purposes. As business takes off I will be adding a skeet shoot and a tactical/obstacle course with pop-up targets and CQB scenarios, but those are not in the making yet (not until I have an established business). The building where business will be conducted will need to have retail space for accessories, gear, ammo, and guns for sale/rent (I have an application for an FFL but until I have a location of business I cannot send it in). I will also need a 125ft X 125ft room for conducting NRA, CCW, and security courses as well as offer free hunting courses (All but the hunting courses will be taught by either myself or my cousin). A bathroom and breakroom are requirements for a security training facility in my state. I know what is needed by the county, state, EPA, and BATFE in regards to licensing and regulations for the range and firearms, what I am not sure of is the business aspect. I was hoping someone who owns a range in Florida could help answer the few questions that I have left. Q1: I know the average mark-up for firearms and accessories in the area, but how can I find the cost of the firearms and accessories (wholesale/dealers price) or of any price breaks for bulk orders? The distributors will not talk to me until I have my FFL and I cannot get my FFL without a place for business and I cannot get a place of business without a business loan from a bank. Due to the economy and my age, 24, I am going to have to go to the bank with a DETAILED business plan and explain how they will get there money back. Q2: How do you pay a business loan back? Do you pay monthly payments (i.e. mortgage/car payment) or do you pay in back in a lump some with in so many years? If so what is the time frame it is to be paid back in? Q3: Do you know of any good insurance companies to cover my business (in Florida) and if so how much does it cost? Again they will not talk to me until I have a business. Q4: How much do lead removal services cost? The EPA mandates that a company has to come and remove lead from my dirt back stops and I'm sure it is not free. If I have the equipment am I allowed to do it myself? Q5: If you own an outdoor range in Fl, do you mind telling me an estimated cost of construction supplies for your outdoor range? Q6: I am looking a buying a large piece of land and I'm probably not going to find one with a building on it that suits my needs. Any ideas/suggestions on new construction vs. other options I am unaware of such as portable buildings (if they have them) Q7: What are the state and federal taxes (estimate of course) for running such a business in FL? Please, refrain from JUST telling me that this is an expensive business and that it will fail. I now that it will be expensive and that is why I need a DETAILED business plan for the bank. I am hoping for help with the few financial questions left to determine the over all cost and revenue I will need to acquire. Thanks for taking the time to read this and I appreciate and look forward to any responses. more

Resolved Question: Any shooting range owners from Florida?

Resolved Question: R&P: Let's decide -- What are the best songs of 2009 (Round 1 - Part 6)?

The never-ending battle continues. Today we have a new guest contributor. You may know him as David, you may know him as paperbag, but he's bee a regular here for quite a while (longer than I), and he was nice enough to write up some match-ups while I deal with cross-country flights. The First Annual Rock & Pop Best Song Competition (2009 Edition) continues. MARQUEE MATCHUP "Last of the English Roses" - Peter Doherty http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qjIO-AJlFoU The lead single from the celebrated and controversial indie icon's debut solo album. Produced by Stephen Street (The Smiths), this atmospheric, elegant song features Blur's Graham Coxon on guitar. Picture a lost love from your past as you listen. VS. "Moving Clocks Run Slow" - We Were Promised Jetpacks http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0nw7mThmd6E Hailed by critics for their "youthful brio and subtlety" (Mojo) and "dreamy and impressionistic" lyrics (The A.V. Club), this Scottish band cites The Twilight Sad and Frightened Rabbits as influences. Listen to this song from their debut album and see if you feel the praise is deserved. MATCH UP 2: "Antenna" - Sonic Youth http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1B_NVayA_VI A song from The Eternal, Sonic Youth's sixteenth album. Always pushing the musical envelope, and therefore always polarizing, the band describe this song as a "melodious ode to fleeting fantasy and unresolved desire with the sound of two analogue radios communicating the emotional action." Are you on their unique wavelength or eager to tune out? VS. "The Fixer" - Pearl Jam http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_d6Km3QJFc A lighter-than-usual single from the Seattle icons. Are they... having a good time?! It's certainly no "World Wide Suicide." A few critics have blasted PJ for this bouncier, more pop-oriented sound, damning it as forced and ill-fitting. Do you concur or are you too busy nodding your head and singing along with poppier Vedder? MATCH UP 3: "My Wife's Home Town" - Bob Dylan http://www.lala.com/#search/bob%20dylan%20my%20wife%27s%20home%20town The legendary singer/songwriter is pushing 70 and still kicking. It's been said his voice (always an acquired taste) is shot and he should retire; others insist he's as brilliant and relevant as ever. Listen to this cut from Together Through Life and decide for yourself. (editor's note: no youtube link, sorry guys). VS. "Wretched World" - Converge http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YojThNUSpkw If elderly Dylan isn't to your taste, perhaps a metalcore band from Salem, Massachusetts will be. This song features contributions from Genghis Tron and is included on their most recent album, Axe to Fall. MATCH UP 4: "New Divide" - Linkin Park http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ysSxxIqKNN0 A song by one of the decade's most successful American bands for 2009's most popular (and most plot-free) film--this is without a doubt music as big business. Empty bombast? Or a rousing anthem? You decide. And decide quick, before Michael Bay and Megatron blow Yahoo! Answers to smithereens! VS. "Savior" - Rise Against http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Qhry7ufxno Vocalist Tim McIlrath and his band of melodious hardcore men hail from Chicago. This is one of their most successful singles to date. Oh, the angst! The sorrow! Do you feel their pain? Or will you vote against Rise Against? MATCH UP 5: "Baby By Me" - 50 Cent http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lpxpHQ9ggUE G-Unit! The movie! The video games! You would be forgiven if you had forgotten 50 Cent's career as a recording artist. Sales for Before I Self Destruct, his fourth album, were disappointing. Listen to this song, which features Ne-Yo, and decide if people are missing out by missing Curtis' newer music. VS. "Love Me" - Justin Bieber http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wzaMvIWCQQw Get perfect hair or die tryin'. See the 15-year-old lothario steal from The Cardigans and woo tween girls from coast to coast! Does this simple, sweet pop song leave you smiling or does Justin have your stomach turning? You, the community here at Yahoo! Answers, nominated 350+ songs, your favorites of the year, to face-off in head-to-head battles, tournament style, to determine the best songs of this calendar year. As always, I ask that you listen to all of the songs... don't vote on name alone. Listen to them, weigh them, and then choose with reason, which song is the better of the two in the given match ups. Star it, and try to get as many voters to this thing as you can. So, THE QUESTION: which songs are the better of each these match ups (even if it's only the lesser of two evils in your eyes)?if you listened to this one Justin Bieber song -- feel free to ignore my "listen to every song" rule for future Justin Bieber songs (oh, and there are like 5 more of those things on the list.... thanks, tweens). more

Resolved Question: 1. Which of the following was an effect of the growth in mining?

1. Which of the following was an effect of the growth in mining? A. Decreased crime due to the prevalence of law enforcement officers in the new territories. B. The rise of boomtowns in areas where gold, silver, copper, and lead were found. C. Fewer railroad stops in the areas where mines were built. D. Families living in community homes with multiple families, due to a shortage of lumber supplies. 2. All of the following occurred because of the growth of mining except: A. The admission of North Dakota, South Dakota, and Montana as states B. Creation of vigilante committees to control crime C. A number of towns that went bust after mining resources were gone D. An increase in the price of silver because of its great supply 3. Which of the following greatly spurred the settlement of Colorado, Arizona, and Montana? A. The availability of free land B. The arrival of large numbers of miners C. The growth of the cattle industry D. The presence of peaceful, orderly towns 4. Which city became the second largest in the West due in large part to the mining of gold and silver, which brought railroads to the area? A. Denver B. San Francisco C. Phoenix D. Leadville 5. What industry greatly expanded because of mining growth in the West? A. Textiles B. Communications C. Railroad D. Cotton mills 6. Which of the following was an effect of the growth of ranching? A. Cattle from the East adapted to life on the Great Plains. B. Many people created large private ranches in California on federal land. C. Increased crime with bandits taking large numbers of cattle from ranchers D. Several cattle trails were created by Texas ranchers driving herds north for sale. 7. All of the following resulted from the growth of ranching except: A. Increased sales of longhorn cattle to businesses in the East B. Some Texas longhorn cattle went to ranchers in other parts of the West to increase their herds. C. Boomtowns going bust when people decided to pursue ranching instead of mining D. An increase in investment in the cattle business from people in the eastern United States and Britain. 8. What was one undesired effect of the growth of ranching on ranchers? A. Sheep herders relocated their flocks to the open range for grazing, blocking cattle trails. B. Railroads began to open more stations and create more routes throughout the West. C. Most people moved to the Great Plains to become ranchers when mining wasn’t successful for them. D. Concerns were raised about the environmental impact of the longhorn cattle on open range land. 9. In which of the following ways did ranching change as it grew? A. More eastern-bred cattle were brought to the Great Plains. B. Open range ranching ended and cattle were raised on ranches fenced in by barbed wire. C. The role of the cowboy expanded as more ranchers established their own ranches. D. The price of beef continued to rise as more cattle went to market in the 1880s. 10. One successful approach to farming on the Great Plains was dry farming, in which farmers A. cooperated to build community irrigation ditches. B. dug out depressions to create ponds for irrigation. C. grew crops that could withstand long periods without rain. D. planted seeds deep in the ground. 11. In the 1890s, when a glut of wheat on the world market caused prices to drop, some farmers tried to survive by A. planting corn and other crops. B. forming cooperatives. C. mortgaging their land. D. buying more land on credit. 12. Which of the following was a hardship faced by settlers on the Great Plains? A. Prairie fires B. Flooding C. Too many trees D. Loose soil 13. Which of the following inventions helped farmers on the Great Plains succeed in planting and harvesting their crops? A. Barbed wire B. Threshing machines C. Hydraulic planters D. Haciendas 14. What problems did many early settlers in the Great Plains face? A. Insufficient funds to purchase farming land B. Railroads owned much of the land, making it hard to find a place to settle. C. Difficulty accessing water and lack of trees to build homes D. Unsanitary conditions that spread disease 15. What contributed to the success of the Great Plains farmers throughout the 1870s? A. A great surplus of land to farm B. Supplementing their farm income by selling cattle they kept on their land C. The extinction of the buffalo that once roamed the plains D. Above average rainfall in the area 16. The combination of new technology and successful wheat farming led to the creation of what? A. Cattle ranches B. Bonanza farms C. New mail routes D. Wheat mills 17. Which of the following was a problem Great Plains farmers faced in the late 1880s? A. A severe drought that destroyed crops B. Compet more

Resolved Question: Current Trends Poll: Do you watch more tv online or on the actual tv?

The link will take you to an interesting article about the future of free online viewing of tv shows, with an emphasis on the impact of the sale, pending government approval, of NBC to Comcast. http://finance.yahoo.com/family-home/article/108303/web-tv-divide-is-back-in-focus-with-nbc-sale Just one point to consider is the fact that Comcast, whose main business is charging people to watch tv, will now own a share of Hulu, the leading site to watch tv for free. I've really began watching shows online much more this television season, though I still watch all sports and news on tv. What about you? Any thoughts on this other topic about free online viewing? Thanks. more

Resolved Question: Republicans, if I was running for public office would you consider voting for me?

I am a democrat, but a moderate, not a liberal. Below are issues where i either partially or fully agree with the republicans. Gun Control: While I believe that guns should be kept out of the hands of dangerous criminals, I support the second amendment. Defend your home, go out and hunt, just be safe. I believe it is unnecessarily to tax guns and ammunition on top of the already existing state sales tax. Abortion: More pro life than pro choice. I do not believe that it should be outlawed fully, but believe that after the first few weeks, it should be outlawed due to the fact that the fetus is now conscious and feels the pain of the abortion. At this stage, it should be done only to save the life of the mother. Also, abortion should not be a free service, it should be a service you pay for, unless it is a case of rape, incest, or if the mother would die in child birth. This eliminates abortion as birth control and creates revenue for the government. Affirmative action: Harmful to true equality. Obama is wrong to support it. Military: Raise the salaries of our heroes and increase funding to troops in Afghanistan. Catching Bin Laden is a top priority. This is something I praise Obama for doing. Economy/stimulus money: Should be going specifically to education, tax cuts, pay raises for military personal, and public works projects for green energy jobs. Taxes: I will not now, nor will I ever support trickle down economics, Reaganomics etc. However, I would lower taxes on the wealthy. With trickle down, the working class cannot invest in themselves because they pick up the burden of the top five percent not paying taxes. However, if the rich are taxed at the high rate they are now, it is difficult for these companies to reinvest in new jobs. There can be a balance here. The wealthy would pay on no more than five percent of their income, and by wealthy I mean those making 150'000 plus a year. I would give tax credits to small businesses who offer health benefits to employees, and per employee hired. A low tax rate, combined with cutting wasteful spending will fund the stimulus money and may lead to a budget surplus. Immigration: If they get a visa, work for equal wages in the competitive market, they are welcome in my book. This is the land of opportunity. But, if they hop the fence and take American jobs for half pay, immediate deportation. No amnesty, and increase border patrol funding. An immigrant should not be eligible for workers compensation if they are not legal residents. I consider myself a moderate, blue dog democrat. A JFK democrat and Teddy Roosevelt progressive. I voted for Obama and generally approve of him, but do think there are some things he has done wrong. I can't see myself voting against him in 2012. Again, I am a democrat, just not a liberal. I voted for Bill Richardson in the NH primary. Above are the issues where I either partially or fully agree with the republicans. I support the democrats on all other issues, such as Iraq withdrawal, same sex marriage, health care reform, stem cell research, anti-torture, medicaid and medicare, and welfare (as long as it is temporary for laid off workers and not a way of life) more

Resolved Question: Do you plan to get either of these costumes for Halloween?

ALIPAC: Illegal Alien Costumes Are Cool For Halloween ... Illegal Alien Costumes Are Cool for Halloween! Americans for Legal Immigration PAC's President William Gheen is offering to conduct interviews next week, while wearing the controversial illegal alien costume recently banned by Target at the request of a few pro-illegal immigrant groups. "The illegal alien supporting groups in America are attacking free speech once again," said Gheen. "These are the same types of people that are trying to ban Lou Dobbs and Glenn Beck from television. They want to control what people can see, hear, say, or even wear for Halloween in pursuit of their open borders agenda." Gheen has ordered his costume through Amazon.com and is encouraging others to do the same to help protect the businesses that created and still distribute the costume. Businesses that value the freedoms and protections of American citizens should be rewarded, while businesses like Target that quickly cave to radical pro-illegal alien political groups should be rebuked. Gheen hopes this controversy will backfire on the illegal immigrant supporters, and that demand for the illegal alien costumes will rise and quickly lead to sold out inventories. The illegal alien costumes now qualify as collector items. CNN is reporting Gheen's initial comments in reaction to this new controversy. "The only people getting upset are the hyper-sensitive, over-politically correct, pro-amnesty, illegal alien-supporting nuts," said Gheen. "You can't attack people's freedom in this country." Upon further reflection, Gheen had this to offer. "Why is it that a few illegal alien supporters can get a global corporation like Target to remove all illegal alien costumes from their stores with a few calls but the over two hundred million Americans constituting the over 80% of us who want illegal aliens out of America make millions of calls to Congress and the President to no avail? " asked Gheen. "If someone really wanted to dress up as an illegal alien, they should dress up like President Obama's illegal alien Aunt Zeituni Onyango in Boston and hold a welfare check instead of a fake green card!" The illegal alien costumes causing the furor are for sale online but have been removed from Target's online store. The costumes are of a space alien in an orange prisoner's jump suit holding a fake green card with the caption "illegal alien" across the chest area. Americans for Legal Immigration PAC, ALIPAC, is one of America's largest grass roots organizations fighting for secure borders and the enforcement of our existing immigration laws. For more information and to schedule interviews visit www.alipac.us CNN's Report: Illegal Immigrant activists call out 'Illegal Alien' costumes http://www.alipac.us/article-4604-thread-1-0.html LET's MAKE THIS THE MOST POPULAR COSTUME FOR HALLOWEEN 2009! Buy Your Illegal Alien Halloween Costume at these Links (prices vary) http://www.amazon.com/Alien-Adult-Costume/dp/B002LC72P6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=apparel&qid=1255885682&sr=8-1 http://www.buycostumes.com/browse/_/N-/Ntt-illegal+alien/results1.aspx http://www.partysuppliesonline.net/shop/costumes/scary/illegal-alien-costume-scary-halloween-costumes http://www.aliencostumes.org/ Cool Collectable Illegal Alien Halloween Costume Obama's Illegal Alien Aunt on Welfare's Court Costume more

Resolved Question: How to make a good cv? Tips please to help improve chances of interview/job..?

Just general tips of making a good cv that will catch an employees attention and gain an interview. I have included bits of my cv please feel free to criticize it and say were i could improve. Much appreciated. A self motivated individual with a good understanding of the business world. I am a keen worker who is able to work on my own initiative who works well with other team members. Proven leadership skills in Young Enterprise and an individual dedicated to high quality standards in all his work. Education and Qualifications Staffordshire University Rainbow Playworld March 2009 - Present At Rainbow Playworld I am usually allocated to the kitchen area where I serve customers and take food orders to customers. I enjoy working at Rainbow Playworld as this is a company was recently opened a few years ago and we as a team can feel the friendship and enthusiasm throughout. Buzzard Valley Vineyard October 2007 – March 2009 In the Buzzard Valley Vineyard I work as a waiter and bar staff, I am often left in sole charge of serving food and providing drinks at the bar. This has allowed me to use my own initiative and I have learned how to manage high demand periods. Game August 2006 – March 2009 My mainly responsible at Game are to cash up, answer telephone calls, answer any customer queries and deal with customer in a satisfying manner. All of my work experiences have involved me working in a team as well as on my own. This involved me being organized, determined to succeed and commitment e.g. ensure sales targets are met. Hobbies and interests Leadership – when studying Young Enterprise I took the role of sales director where I was able to prove my planning skills which lead to my sales team into success. Vehicles - I have interest on vehicles in particular cars and I enjoy maintaining my vehicle components to high standard. Marketing – have an interest in how adverts, movies etc have been made i.e. why that particular location for the film why those cast members. I also have an interest in reading, going to the cinema and traveling. Please note i have removed all personal information i.e. address etc and selected which i believe are most important parts of the CV. Thanks again 2008 - Present HND Business and Management more

Resolved Question: Why Can't Democrats Just Be Honest About Their Desire To Takeover Health Insurance?

A government health insurance plan sounds nice and pretty, but when you consider a little bit of history concerning the government and its regulation of the private insurance market and consider basic economics it's pretty darn clear that as time goes on more and more people will be forced into government run plans. First, the lie that the government wishes to just "compete" with private insurers is complete BOGUS. The federal (and state governments) already heavily regulate the private insurance market. Over the years governments (both state and federal) have required insurers to cover more and more procedures, many which have nothing to do with health thereby forcing customers to shell out more money instead of just simply allowing consumers to customize their plan....you know kinda like how you do with other insurance. Also doctors spend around 30 billion per year (according to CNN) on malpractice insurance. So if we could have some tort reform of some sort to reduce law suit abuse. But the point I REALLY try to make to people is this....Private insurance companies need to at least break even to keep themselves in business. Government does not. Government can afford to operate at a loss because it has an endless supply of tax revenue and the ability to borrow money from sales of bonds or by monetizing the debt with the Federal Reserve. Now ask yourself this....if you were a business of some sort, and you were competing against someone who could afford to operate at a loss indefinitely don't you think you would have a hard time competing against them? They could afford to continually undercut you (at their loss) and eventually put you out of business. So as you can see the government is NOT competing against private insurers in a FREE market because 1) they regulate their competitors already and 2) they can afford to lose as much money as they want since they do not need to make a profit or even break even to stay in business. Now some people would say that as long as they can afford to give people cheap medical care then it shouldn't really matter if they operate at a loss....Well ok, but there is one problem with that and that is supply If the government sets prices artificially low then their will be an increase in demand for those services. The system will not be able to handle everybody in a timely manner which will lead to long waits and rationing. Now to be clear there already is rationing today just as their is rationing of every product and service we buy....the rationing factor is the price. There are ways to lower the price using Free market solutions instead of the heavy coercive hand of government such as: Tax deductions for health savings accounts that can be used towards deductibles or insurance premiums, tort reform, allowing private insurance to compete in a free market unlike what it has endured over the years as increased government regulation has increased the price. I'm starting to ramble, but the main point I wanted to put out for debate is that government is NOT competing against private insurers because it is government that is setting the terms of competition and not the market and also the government can afford to operate at a loss while private insurers can't. Talk about a monopoly! Please if all you can say is a bunch of rude or ignorant things then please don't comment. more

Voting Question: What sight can i go to to get free leads for a home based business. with name telephone number and email adres?

I am new in network marketing.Need tips on how to speed up my sales. more

Resolved Question: Where do I Buy leads and sell leads in India online for BPOs and Call Centers?

I found the below details for a site in India.. Anyone has any idea? ----- Leads and Calling date for BPOs, Telemarketing companies & Call centers in India Whether it is a BPO, KPO, Call Center or any telemarketing company, if they are in the business of selling or marketing, they would need good leads to make good sales. Most small BPOs are in the telemarketing business and their biggest hurdle is to get good calling data. Good leads provide great sales and in turn increases their revenue significantly. Call centers and telemarketing companies also look at selling leads that they generate, to multiple vendors as these leads are not exclusive for one client. So every additional client buying their lead is additional money for the call center. Shopaxy is the first and the only site in this world that fills this space for call centers and telemarketing companies worldwide. Shopaxy allows BPOs, KPOs, ITES companies, telemarketing companies and lead vendors to buy, sell and trade their leads online. Everything is transparent and fully automated. Shopaxy provides value by acting as a middle liasoning agent. They ensure that neither party benefits and earns by fraudulent activity. ** Selling Leads via Shopaxy ** If you are a lead broker or call center that generates leads and you wish to sell them to a captive audience of thousands of call centers and lead vendors, then this is the place for you. Selling your leads,at your price, is an easy 3 step process. A Register yourself for free B Upload the leads in the template provided and choose your selling price. C Automatically receive payments whenever someone buys your leads. You earn each time someone buys your lead. Shopaxy.com is free to register. You can also keep a track of leads being bought and sold world over. Visit www.shopaxy.com today to know more. more

Voting Question: I don't know what to do about my mother...?

This is another long one, so bear with me. Long story short, my mother and 13 year old brother are moving back to the east coast to live with my boyfriend and I for a year or so after a hard divorce and some financial trouble. We had originally looked for homes or townhomes for rent for the year, until my mom found a listing for a nice home for sale a few minutes from where we currently live. The house is going for $8580. It was foreclosed and the bank is trying to sell the home, but they can only sell it for what they paid for it. We bid on it at auction, and no one else did. The house is as good as ours. Its too good to turn away; its brand new, in mint shape, and worth (in a good market) a little over $625K. When we told my mom we were going to buy it, she hit me with "well then all 3 of us should be on the deed. I found it, so I want a cut." My head SPUN at that notion. Yes, you found the listing, but we could have done that ourselves. She basically wants a finders fee or at least $100K of the sale if we sell it later on. This would be my first home, as I am only about to be 22 and this is an amazing opportunity to own my own home. My boyfriend will never agree to that, and we both find it ridiculous that she would ask that. She would never leave after her year of recouperation and saving some $$, and then we would have to ask her permission to sell it when we decide to and then give her a third of the sale! For a home she would be living in almost rent free for only a year! This is the home we want to start a family in, and when I told her we were not sure why that made sense, she went nuts on me. She said I better move quickly then, because she would not only buy it out from under us, but then let US pay HER rent to live there. We were supposed to be doing her a favor by letting her move in with us since she is in such a tight situation, and she is turning it to look like she is doing us some huge favor. She is basically doing this out of spite, and we had an explosive argument over it and havent spoken in days. She has always been a manipulative business mind, and our family sees her as a self serving and sometimes irrational, greed driven person. No one supports her demand for a place on the deed, and agree that its absurd for her to basically extort us for money in the end if she does. She is only telling people half of the story, going as far as telling family we ASKED her to live with us instead of her having to admit she needed help and asked to "bunk" up with us. Everyone thinks this is insane, and that ultimately giving it to her the way she wants it will just lead to suffering on my end. I know thats likely true as well. My mom is a good woman with a heart of gold, but is often driven by money or a need to cover her own ass before that of someone else. I know that if she had found the house listing and DIDNT need to move in with us, she would have just been happy and excited to help us find our own home. But since she is in financial hardship and in need of a place, suddenly she deserves a 3rd of the home equity because she found it and will live there for a year. Since she is in the position she is in, she only sees dollar signs. If I convince my s/o to put her on the deed, which he does not want to do, we will have to be attached at the hip financially with her and she will consider it HER home above ours. But if I dont, she is threatening to try to buy it from under us since its an amazing deal, or just staying away from me because I will have "hurt her immensely and decided to be with a man who has a weak moral compass and only thinks of himself and money." Funny, because all SHE is thinking about is HERSELF and money but doesnt understand that he just wants our own home, for us, without having to consult and deal with her about it forever. Its not about selling it to him and I, its just about our OWN home and having the freedom to have it without her looming over us. She has owned homes already, I think its about time she stops trying to cash in and live through me and accept that her poor decisions after her divorce are not mine to deal with. Her financial issues are not mine to deal with, and she should take responsibility for them instead of panicking because we dont want to "cut her in" on our home. Its like, thanks for finding it mom, but why does it have to be your way or no way? She flipped it on me and said if she bought it we could not be on the deed because it would be hers, so why is it not ok the other way around? Is it fair for her to ask to be on the deed to the home, or am I right to feel the way that I do in the sense that I think its ridiculous and extortive? I dont know what to do, and I dont want to force a gap between us. It feels like no matter what we decide, I am still hurting someone or straining someone's life. Help!Yes, she is planning to pay a third of the taxes and half of the actual sale price. But still, that to me does not entitle her to anything because there is no garantee she will keep up with the yearly taxes...She could decide not to, then I would be screwed having her on the deed.Thanks for all of the answers so far, you guys are all right. I just wanted to be sure im not insane thinking that THIS is insane! more

Resolved Question: what's a good way to generate leads for a Point of Sale business?

I have a small Point of Sale business starting up. We are looking for ways to generate sales leads. We have considered using sites like gumtree.com and other free site to list a commission based opportunity. Is there a lead-generation business out there that we can buy the leads from? more

Resolved Question: Is this a crock or what?

Ok at work we had a meeting that was about the downturn in business that is leading the owners to reducing everyone's work week from 40 hours to 35 hours while sales are off as they have been. They owners also divulged that for the time being they are not paying themselves to free up money and cut costs while things are off for the near future. What kind of BS is that? I surely doubt that anyone who founds and runs their own company ever stood to see themselves making even a dime less of personal income in a given quarter they would be laying people off left and right. Personally I think it was some sob story they fabricated to make us sympathize with them.Oh I am, but I am just having a hard time believing they of all people would stop paying themselves. It is their company after all...PiggiePants, do I answer your questions and talk smack at the end of my answer?! Don't you got a young republicans meeting to attend? more

Resolved Question: I am really thinking of applying for this mystery shopper job i wanna know if its legit?

Thank you for your interest in the Mystery Shopper position. Our company conducts surveys and evaluates other companies in order to help them achieve their performance goals. We offer an integrated suite of business solutions that enables corporations to achieve tangible results in the marketplace. We get hired by other companies and act like customers to find out how they are handling their services in relation to their customers. Mystery Shopping is the most accurate and reliable tool a business can use to gather information regarding their actual customer service performance at the moment of truth. This moment of truth is not when the staff is on their best behavior because the boss is around - it is when they interact with customers during their normal daily routines. This is where you, the Mystery Shopper, come in. You pose as an ordinary customer and provide feedback of both factual observations (ex...the floor was free of debris) and your own opinions (ex...I felt that the temperature in the establishment was too cold). Mystery Shoppers must remain anonymous. You must act as a regular customer and be careful not to do anything that would reveal you as a shopper. An inexperienced shopper could tip off the staff to his/her identity by asking for the manager's name for no clear or appropriate reason. If you are going to be bringing someone with you on the shop, make sure you educate them about the process as well. Beware that even whispers can be overheard by employees. If anyone notices you are a shopper, you can bet that word will quickly spread around the establishment and you will get some of the best customer service in town. No company can afford to have a gap between the promise of quality and its actual delivery, that's why leading corporations look to us, the nation's premiere mystery shopping and customer experience measurement company. In order for a business to effectively compete in today's economy, they must be prepared to meet the challenge of increasing sales by: * Retaining existing customers * Acquiring new customers * Creating word-of-mouth advocacy * Improving customer loyalty Once we have a contract to do so, you would be directed to the company or outlet, and you would be given the funds you need to do the job(either purchase merchandise or require services), after which you would write a detailed report of your experience. Examples of details you would forward to us are: 1) How long does it take to get served. 2) Politeness of the attendant. 3) Customer service professionalism. 4) Sometimes you might be required to upset the attendant, to see how they deal with difficult clients. Then we turn the information over to the company executives and they will carry out their own duties in improving their services. Most companies employ our assistance when people complain about their services, or when they feel there is a need for them to improve upon their customer service. Our company partners with you to implement proven mystery shop auditing and surveying strategies that provide critical information about customer experiences. You will be paid a commission of $100 for every duty you carry out, and bonus on your transportation allowance. Your task will be to evaluate and comment on customer service in a wide variety of restaurants, retail stores, casinos, shopping malls, banks and hotels in your area. Qualities of a good Mystery Shopper: * Is 21 years of age or older * Loves to go shopping * Is fair and objective * Is ON TIME * Is very observant and able to focus on details * Is fairly intelligent * Has patience * Is detail oriented * Is practical * Types well * Is trustworthy * Explains well in writing * Is discreet * Loves to learn * Handles deadlines * Has full internet access (at home or at work) Mystery Shopping is fun and exciting but also must be approached very seriously and is definitely not for everyone. If you are interested in applying for consideration as a Mystery Shopper do send in your information: Full Name: Address: City: State: Zip Code: Phone Number: Age: Occupation: As soon as we receive your information we will add you to our database and we will look for locations in your area that needs to be evaluated. Thank you, Ed Barnes ------------------------- Tel: (773) 661 3313 Fax: (773) 496-6789 more

Voting Question: So...Is This How You Play The Game?

Why do people waste their time on Yahoo Answers giving out VALUABLE FREE INFORMATION when others (competition) just come along and for sh**s and giggles, decides to flag the posts to get them deleted? It's common knowledge that online marketers, either 'affiliate marketers' - and/or 'network marketers' use Yahoo Answers as a way to lead readers to their own sales pages, lead capture pages, squeeze pages, blogs, etc.,etc., and hope that unsuspecting readers will go to their website in order to find the 'solution' to their existing money woes. Hell, even some marketers will use Yahoo Answers as a way to promote CPA (cost per action) offers....and yet when someone like myself really goes out of their way to offer legitimate advice, that other marketers 'charge for' in helping someone find a legitimate home business they can start, my answers get deleted. No 3rd party links to any website, web page or blog that is owned by me or any one I know was included in those answers, and yet, each one was deleted. Why? Probably because another marketer saw my response and realized that I was practically giving away the very same information, steps, advice that they charge anywhere from $7 to $97 dollars for and 'flagged' my post. So, with that being said, for every blatant SPAM response I see, I'm going to retaliate in the same fashion, until some type of resolution from Yahoo comes and if not...I'll continue doing what I'm doing! more

Resolved Question: Are any of you aware of what is going on and how your lives may soon be effected by Feb. 10, 2009?

Please read this blog as well as visit http://www.worldmag.com/articles/14953 this website has another article that shows the potential threats to crafters, small business', charites, liability to resalers, E-bay sales, and on and on the list goes in some twisted reponse by our legislatures to response to toys with lead in them from China!!!! Consumer Products Safety Improvement Act of 2008 Earlier this week, news reports began circulating about the Consumer Products Safety Improvement Act of 2008 which would require third-party testing on consumer goods (including apparel) used by children. The purpose of the act is to keep lead-filled products away from children. It is directed at lead-based paint and phthalates (chemicals used to keep plastics pliable) in products that children might chew, suck on, or otherwise ingest. Beginning February 10, 2009 (the date the law goes into effect) clothing retailers and thrift stores will be throwing out children's clothing because they do not meet new federal regulations. This is the Consumer Product Safety Council web page that links to the actual legislation and their legal counsel's interpretation on how the law should be applied http://www.cpsc.gov/ABOUT/Cpsia/cpsia.HTML According to some reports, testing for lead and phthalates could cost as much as $30,000 per tested sample. We contacted the office of more than one U.S. Representative and were told that the law has been enacted, but the regulations have not yet been released. There is a chance the law would apply only to producers and importers, not retailers (including thrift stores). The law could also affect initial retailers, but not resellers. These are some of the details that are yet to be determined. Since we don't know exactly who will be affected by the new law, and to what extent the law will impact our ministries, here are some things that missions can do: Contact the Consumer Products Safety Commission at 800-638-2772. This is the agency that is writing the regulations. Ask them for a clarification on what types of outlets will be impacted by the regulations. Voice your concern as to how this will impact services for people in need. Call your member of Congress or Senator. Explain how their constituents might be impacted if the product testing is extended to thrift stores and free clothing distribution. Low income families who currently receive free donated clothing, or purchase them at a thrift store, will be forced to pay retail in a tough economic market. Social services to the poor will be reduced as income from clothing sales at the mission thrift store will decline, resulting in the inability to fund much needed assistance. It will cost jobs. Thrift stores provide employment to individuals; lower revenue means cutbacks. It will have a negative environmental impact as tons of serviceable clothing goes into landfills, rather than aiding needy families. The legislation dramatically impacts helping agencies (rescue missions, Salvation Army, Goodwill, Volunteers of America, churches and other community organizations with clothes closets) during a slow economy, when their assistance is most needed by the community. Ask your legislators for help in exempting missions and other non-profits that serve people in need. Write letters to the editor; include the amount of free clothing given to the community and the numbers of families served. Ask for support in seeing that the regulations not impact the most vulnerable members of the community (you may use many of the points from item #2 above). Voice your concern about lead and phthalates, but ask that the new legislation not place additional hardships on the youngest and poorest citizens. Remember that legislation can be changed and improved. Keep the lines of communication open with members of Congress and Senators for input into future laws of this sort. Don't panic, let the legislative process run its course, then be ready to respond when the full details are known. If you want more information regarding the act, these sites have a lot of good information. http://www.fashion-incubator.com/archive/new-product-safety-regulations-that-affect-all-manufacturers/ http://www.fashion-incubator.com/archive/national-bankruptcy-day/ Ronald K. Fox, Executive Director Rochester, NY, United States more

Resolved Question: Can someone with legal experience regarding the new Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act answer this?

I am a Work-At-Home-Mom. I make custom baby carriers and sell them. Each of my carriers is one-of-a-kind. I buy my fabric from nationally trusted retailers such as JoAnn Fabrics, etc. I do not buy loads of fabric since I make them on an order-by-order basis (so I can customize for my buyer). How is the CPSIA going to affect me in particular? I am not the one importing the fabric or thread. Shouldn't my supplies be tested before I buy them? Also, even if they are tested, I usually only buy fabric remnants instead of whole reels. It would be ridiculous for me to ask for certificates for 1 yard of fabric. I feel like this whole thing is going to put me, and a whole bunch of others like me, out of business. How can I possibly afford to have each and every one of my baby carriers tested for lead? BACKGROUND INFO: Congress passed a law in August 2008 called the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA). This law came about because of the numerous recalls of children's toys in the past two years and specifically the issue of lead in the toys. While I applaud the attempt at making children's products safer, the law as stands, will actually remove many of the products that we have turned to in place of those made in China. As of February 10th, 2009, ALL children's products sold in the United States will need to be certified to be lead free and many products will need additional testing. To be certified, the final product sold needs to have each component on it tested for lead. This sounds wonderful when you think of all of the "Made in China" children's products that are out there and all of the children's items that are mass produced (mostly imported). HOWEVER, think of the handcrafted items sold within the US. Think of any children's item that is a ready made item that has been personalized with a child's name (it would need to be retested because it is the final sold product that needs to be certified). Think of the children's items that are sold at craft shows, garage sales, ebay, consignment shops and fundraisers. As of February 10th, it will be illegal to sell any children's products without certification, no matter when it was produced. Collectible vintage toys and trains? A "banned substance". You will not be able to donate items for charity because they are a "banned substance" since they are not certified. This applies not only to toys, but all products such as books, shoes, clothing, school supplies, sporting equipment, jewelry, etc. that are possibly intended for children 12 and under. more

Resolved Question: Why do we let Greedy Capitalists own our Livelihoods?

Tribune Company files for bankruptcy By Kristina Betinis and Alexander Fangmann 15 December 2008 World Socialist Web Site On Monday, December 8, the Tribune Company, which employs about 16,000 workers, became the first major news company to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the current economic downturn. The filing, which threatens the jobs, wages and pensions of thousands of workers, allows the company to stop paying interest on its $12.9 billion in debt and enter into debt restructuring negotiations with its creditors. The bankruptcy filing lists the company’s assets at $7.6 billion The Tribune Company is a media empire comprising the Chicago Tribune, the Los Angeles Times, the Baltimore Sun, the Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel, the Orlando Sentinel, at least 6 other daily newspapers, a cable network, a radio station, 24 television stations, several weekly papers, Chicago Magazine, and numerous websites. It also owns the Chicago Cubs and their stadium, Wrigley Field, which are not listed as part of the bankruptcy filing. At court hearings last Wednesday, the media conglomerate asked a bankruptcy judge for permission to cut employee severance payments and health care benefits. In 1986, the Chicago Tribune smashed a bitter strike by pressmen and other craft unions, replacing 1,000 workers with strikebreakers. Today, the entire conglomerate is mostly non-union. Many media companies are suffering from dwindling advertising revenue, as well as the loss of readers to the Internet. In another recent sign of the downsizing and consolidation of the industry, the Detroit Free Press, owned by Gannett Co, and its partner, the Detroit News, are planning to end home delivery on all but the most lucrative days, which are Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The most direct cause of the Tribune Company’s bankruptcy, however, is the company’s staggering level of debt. Several large media companies, including Media General and Gannett, face enormous debt payments and may soon find themselves in a similar situation. Last year’s privatization of the Tribune Company bears the marks of leveraged debt financing characteristic of the recent climate of rampant speculation. In December 2007, billionaire real estate mogul Samuel Zell, nicknamed the “Grave Dancer” for his history of buying distressed or undervalued businesses, completed the transaction to take the Tribune Company private. He was estimated by Forbes in 2008 to be the 68th richest American. Zell, the Tribune Company’s chairman and CEO, pursued a heavily leveraged buyout of the company which was widely characterized as extremely risky and indicative of the irresponsible investments leading up to the recent crisis. The Wall Street Journal reports that “no one thought the buyout of Tribune Co. would work—and it didn’t.” Ruthlessness typifies Zell’s approach. Speaking on the mortgage crisis at the Milken Institute Global Conference in April, Zell was quoted as saying, “This country needs a cleansing. We need to clean out all those people who never should have bought in the first place, and not give them sympathy.” Zell maintained he could make the Tribune Company deal profitable through a combination of asset sales and reorganization to take place under the new management team, which had little or no experience in the newspaper industry. Senior executives knew that bankruptcy would likely be filed soon, in an effort to protect investments. While Zell invested $315m of personal equity, with substantial risk mitigated by tax breaks, debt was piled on to the company in the acquisition process. By the time of its completion, Zell’s deal had saddled the Tribune Company with $11.2 billion in debt. Most of the risk for the Tribune Company’s enormous debt was pushed onto the newly-created Employee Stock Ownership Program, which purchased $250 million worth of newly issued stocks upon being established in 2007. These schemes, promoted by the union bureaucracy to “save” failing companies, while securing the interests of big investors, have produced nothing but disaster for workers. This was the case at United Air Lines, McLouth Steel and other companies where workers lost their pensions, wages and life savings when the so-called worker-owned companies collapsed. The Tribune ESOP, as the majority shareholder, assumed most of the risk for the debts. Those employee shareholders are also at the end of the line of creditors in the bankruptcy proceedings. Speaking to the Chicago Tribune, Zell admitted it was likely that the employee stock owners could have their holdings wiped out. The Chicago Tribune reported that Tribune Company “will halt all severance payments, deferred compensation and other payments to former employees, who will be required to file a claim with the bankruptcy court.” The executive director of the National Center for Employee Ownership published an analysis of the Tribune Company’s ESOP in 2007 which included the following:The executive director of the National Center for Employee Ownership published an analysis of the Tribune Company’s ESOP in 2007 which included the following: “In the Tribune case, the ESOP will borrow money from the company. Regardless of how the plan acquires stock, company contributions to the trust are tax-deductible, within certain limits. So in this case, the company is able to use the ESOP to borrow money and repay it in pretax dollars, deducting both principal and interest. This is one of the key tax benefits that the many articles on this transaction are referencing.” In this case, as in other cases, an ESOP was established as part of the privatization to provide tax advantages and risk protection to Zell and company, rather than provide security for employees through ownership stakes, which clearly confirms the predatory nature of the Zell acquisition.n the first eight months after the Zell acquisition of the Tribune Company, more than 900 Chicago Tribune jobs were eliminated. Compounding the instability posed by the risky acquisition, the Tribune Company continued to see its advertising revenue fall sharply. In an effort to cut costs, the Chicago Tribune introduced a smaller, reformatted paper in September of this year, composed of fifty percent advertisements and fifty percent graphics-intensive reporting. The cost cuts were achieved by reducing news content and the staff required to produce it, which could be printed on fewer pages. By August 2008, increased layoffs, employee buyouts, and other cost-cutting measures failed to reverse the company’s decline.http://www.wsws.org/articles/2008/dec2008/trib-d15.shtmlJim, Workers everywhere are taking it on the chin through no fault of their own. The capitalist is nothing but a leech on the working class. Capitalism is class warfare. The capitalist gets richer and richer as labor works harder and harder for less and less, as his benefits are slashed and his job "offshored" to cheap labor locations. If you had read this article, Zell's recklessness lies at the foundation of ruin for the employees of Tribune Co. "The ongoing debate over the auto bailout has demonstrated the conspiracy of the automakers, the two big business parties and the UAW against the autoworkers. All insist that workers must pay for a crisis that they did not cause, in order to restore the auto companies to profitability so they can once again be a lucrative source of income for corporate executives and big investors who are responsible for the financial catastrophe." http://www.wsws.org/articles/2008/dec2008/auto-d12.shtmlCowboy, Read the posted article! more

Resolved Question: Lemon Law, Defective Products, how should I proceed?

I bought a brand new scooter from a dealership. I liked it after test driving it, and thought it ran great. I bought the scooter for $1300. 5 weeks after owning the scooter, the battery went dead and would not start the scooter. I called the dealer who sold it to me. He said he would be happy to take a look at it. He came out to my house and took the scooter back to his place of business to look at it free of charge. He then called me, stated that the battery was weak, that the warranty does not cover wear and tear items such as the batteries, tires,clutch,etc., and that he would not charge me to put in a new battery as a one time good will jesture to make me happy. He then installed the new battery, checked everything over on the scooter to make sure it was in sound running condition, and returned the scooter to my home. He did not charge me for the battery, or anything else. Three weeks later the scooter was not running right as it would stall or idle improperly. I called the dealer again and complained. He stated that to me that everything was in great condition when he had the scooter the last time to put in a new battery, and asked me what I did to it. He said that he doubts anything is wrong with the scooter, but he would be happy to take a look at it again. I declined to have him look at it again as I was lead to believe I bought a lemon scooter. Another four weeks passed, and the scooter had 160 miles on it. Then, the rear wheel locked up on the scooter and would not move. The scooter would not start as well. I called the dealer again and complained. The dealer asked me what I had done to it, and I said nothing because all I did was ride the scooter around town. He said he would come out immediately to take a look at the scooter. He then came out to my house and took the scooter to his place of business. One day later he called me and said the clutch in the engine of the scooter is totally destroyed, that typically clutches in scooters last at least 1-2 years on average, and that something abusive had to be done to destroy a clutch within such a short period of time. He said that the warranty does not cover the clutch, or the labor to repair or install a new clutch, and that he would have to charge me $100 for parts and labor to install a new clutch in the scooter. I complained back to him that he sold me a lemon, and that I either want a new scooter, or a refund back. He then replied back that all sales are final, with no refunds, or returns, and that I signed the warranty agreement, and the bill of sale that stated all of what he claimed. He also stated that lemon law does not apply to scooters, motorcycles, or mopeds in our state of Pennsylvania. I then threatened to sue him for selling me a lemon scooter, and hung up on him. My question is, do I have a case to sue him for a defective product, lemon law, express warranty, fitnness of merchanibility, or any other legal standpoint? The next day he called me back, and offered to either fix the scooter for $100, or buy back the scooter for $700. I declined both as I feel he should give me all of my money back. He then stated that he is under no obligation to fix the scooter for free, or give me a full refund back, and that he offered to buy back the scooter just because he said he doesn't let his customers hang. What do you think? more

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Resolved Question: I sell permission based lists & sales leads.?

There are millions of small businesses whom I believe could use my services, but most of those (that I've dealt with so far) do not have an ad or purchasing budget, and so cannot afford to buy my products. There's also a stigma that goes with being a list broker: every prospective buyer thinks he's about to get taken, or that he will be purchasing a lousy list. Even if he/she does buy the list, they still blame the broker if they cannot close sales opportunities generated from the list. I promise warm leads with verified contact info, not laydown buyers. How can I best connect with experienced marketers, who understand the lead industry, and know what they are buying (and not buying)? Please don't suggest providing free samples, because not only doesn't that not show the quality of the actual list purchase, but it also attracts the worst kind of customers-those who want something for free, and then they never buy anything. (There's a whole scam based on getting free live leads from list brokers and lead generation firms, and never buying anything from them.) PS: I have provided references of satisfied clients, buyer testimonials, and case studies of firms we've worked with, but I still cannot sell enough leads and lead gen. services to earn a living in today's highly competitive and overly-suspicious business environ. All sensible suggestions appreciated- opt net specialist more

Resolved Question: Learning and spreading truth is the best actions?

What do you think about Ted Elden's information here? Do you buy into his teachings? I met him in 2006 and ever since I am determined to help him all I can to help others with truth and more. Is this worth while? It's alot below. Just tell me what you think. Be nice and thanks so much! The Truth will set you Free. Step from deception to a new reality, empower yourself ! I am Ted Elden, Architect ret., Importer, Photographer, Writer, former member of national architectural organizations, importer, national & international sales. In business, I've sold across the US, and to many foreign countries. I've written 1/2 million letters and mailed to millions. I'm good with language, thinking, logic & computers. I'm both scientific & intuitive. Nationally Published & awarded Poet, Photographer, Graduate Colorado Outward Bounds Survival School Carnegie Mellon University, Blair Academy Prep School, I read 300 books as HS Senior year, I acquired 400 books in recent months. I'm reader ! I'm a member of Charleston Rotary and the prestigious Anvil Club with 3 college presidents, professors, lawyers, doctors. I'm easy to reach or visit any time, near Top O Rock, Verizon- Univ. of Charleston. Name, contact, web at bottom. I've published much of my research at www.abodia.com and have tomes more at my studio. I have found important things, that I'd not known in 50 years, The news hides and confuses information. Those with the best information, lead the best lives. Disraeli You too can have a better life, if you get better information. Much I've always feared, I faced. I fortified myself with knowledge, then acted, I moved towards what I feared. As I learned and acted, the fear and danger disappeared. I've researched: 9-11, Income Tax, Suppressed Medical Discoveries, I can give or show you excellent, clear, factual presentations by national professionals with witnesses, evidence, public records, court cases, Congressional Records. The information is startling to behold, but easy to verify. You only need to consider things you have never seen. I work quickly with ideas, and am deeply skilled in verifying information. News is definitely not your best source of information. Local, contemporary news is usually more accurate than national edited news which was adapted for propaganda by the news owners to aid their interests. Large Global Corporations, like military industrial complex, & pharmaceuticals own and control news; TV, books & movies. I speak publicly around the state to students and civic groups, Our Truth Seekers, meets at Top O Rock monthly for 3+ years, first Sundays from 2-4 pm. Many stay late in the evening. Some come from Huntington, Beckley & Wheeling. Anyone may call me in advance to visit my library - 1000s of incredible documents, eBooks, movies. I'm no one, I'm just a bridge to great people and knowledge that most will never see. Most choose to do what is popular, accepted, profitable, personal - helping theirselves, their families, friends & associates. Few have much regard for the community or the future. In America, all is bought & sold, including information. For a high price, important people and institutions have made persuasive presentations about incomplete information. To win an argument or persuade someone, you list items that favor your perspective. You ignore or hide information that favors a different conclusion. We use to have 1,000s of owners of newspapers & TV, but FCC rules have changed. 9 corporations have bought up 95% of main stream media in America. Sony, Disney, AOL/ Time Warner, Viacom, and others. General Electric owns ABC/ NBC. They only repeat information that helps them. They suppress or ignore information that would compromise their profit centers. GE is major player in the military industrial complex. The news teaches hate, war, conflict, to keep us subdued, yielding taxes and freedom to fight distant threats, which the elite create and exaggerate. I thought government & legislators controlled our world. Wrong ! World wide 10,000 or so people, who own the banks, corporations, military industrial complex, pharmaceuticals, news, and the legislators, own the money, most corporations & assets and the main stream media. They are working together for their gain, our loss. They create our world of information & perception, leading us to aid their increase in power and the lessening of our thought, freedom, wealth, health & safety. They are not working for our benefit. To ignore this, hoping that our legislators, courts, President will help us is the great illusion. We have to think, realize what is on going and take positive action, writing letters, meeting & telling others, to Awaken a Sleeping (apathetic - hopeless) America. What every you may have imagined or suspected, I can give or find for you hard evidence. MK Ultra mind control is alive & well, working thru CIA & univer more

Resolved Question: Tell me is Ted Elden worth learning from... Should I learn from him?

I been to his home. He collects and shares lots of information. I was wanting to share it with others because I find his work and understanding of our government amazing. Should I pay close attention to this guy and his work? The Truth will set you Free. Step from deception to a new reality, empower yourself ! www.abodia.com/1/1 13 Sept. 2008 6 pm Gold Dome Lions Club - Shoney's Kanawha City I am Ted Elden, Architect ret., Importer, Photographer, Writer, former member of national architectural organizations, importer, national & international sales. In business, I've sold across the US, and to many foreign countries. I've written 1/2 million letters and mailed to millions. I'm good with language, thinking, logic & computers. I'm both scientific & intuitive. Nationally Published & awarded Poet, Photographer, Graduate Colorado Outward Bounds Survival School Carnegie Mellon University, Blair Academy Prep School, I read 300 books as HS Senior year, I acquired 400 books in recent months. I'm reader ! I'm a member of Charleston Rotary and the prestigious Anvil Club with 3 college presidents, professors, lawyers, doctors. I'm easy to reach or visit any time, near Top O Rock, Verizon- Univ. of Charleston. Name, contact, web at bottom. I've published much of my research at www.abodia.com and have tomes more at my studio. I have found important things, that I'd not known in 50 years, The news hides and confuses information. Those with the best information, lead the best lives. Disraeli You too can have a better life, if you get better information. Much I've always feared, I faced. I fortified myself with knowledge, then acted, I moved towards what I feared. As I learned and acted, the fear and danger disappeared. I've researched: 9-11, Income Tax, Suppressed Medical Discoveries, I can give or show you excellent, clear, factual presentations by national professionals with witnesses, evidence, public records, court cases, Congressional Records. The information is startling to behold, but easy to verify. You only need to consider things you have never seen. I work quickly with ideas, and am deeply skilled in verifying information. News is definitely not your best source of information. Local, contemporary news is usually more accurate than national edited news which was adapted for propaganda by the news owners to aid their interests. Large Global Corporations, like military industrial complex, & pharmaceuticals own and control news; TV, books & movies. I speak publicly around the state to students and civic groups, Our Truth Seekers, meets at Top O Rock monthly for 3+ years, first Sundays from 2-4 pm. Many stay late in the evening. Some come from Huntington, Beckley & Wheeling. Anyone may call me in advance to visit my library - 1000s of incredible documents, eBooks, movies. I'm no one, I'm just a bridge to great people and knowledge that most will never see. Most choose to do what is popular, accepted, profitable, personal - helping theirselves, their families, friends & associates. Few have much regard for the community or the future. In America, all is bought & sold, including information. For a high price, important people and institutions have made persuasive presentations about incomplete information. To win an argument or persuade someone, you list items that favor your perspective. You ignore or hide information that favors a different conclusion. We use to have 1,000s of owners of newspapers & TV, but FCC rules have changed. 9 corporations have bought up 95% of main stream media in America. Sony, Disney, AOL/ Time Warner, Viacom, and others. General Electric owns ABC/ NBC. They only repeat information that helps them. They suppress or ignore information that would compromise their profit centers. GE is major player in the military industrial complex. The news teaches hate, war, conflict, to keep us subdued, yielding taxes and freedom to fight distant threats, which the elite create and exaggerate. I thought government & legislators controlled our world. Wrong ! World wide 10,000 or so people, who own the banks, corporations, military industrial complex, pharmaceuticals, news, and the legislators, own the money, most corporations & assets and the main stream media. They are working together for their gain, our loss. They create our world of information & perception, leading us to aid their increase in power and the lessening of our thought, freedom, wealth, health & safety. They are not working for our benefit. To ignore this, hoping that our legislators, courts, President will help us is the great illusion. We have to think, realize what is on going and take positive action, writing letters, meeting & telling others, to Awaken a Sleeping (apathetic - hopeless) America. What every you may have imagined or suspected, I can give or find for you hard evidence. MK Ultra mind control is alive & well, workin more

Resolved Question: Where is our Entrepreneurial Spirit? Bored with your 9 to 5 job and endless pressure by your boss?

In this society, to be an entrepreneur would probably indicate that you are adventurous enough to want to take charge of your life and experience an unpredictable career. Some of your colleagues, family and friends will support your decision because you could be doing something that they themselves have ever thought of but never dare to try. While others will be cynical about it. Either they find no goal in life that's worth pursuing (reached a stagnant stage in life) or they have gotten their fingers burnt before so as to advise their peeps never to follow their footsteps. Being entrepreneur would mean you are actually stepping out of your comfort zone to deal with the unpredictable. Though you may face higher possibilities of uncertainties, challenges and woes, at the end of the day you might actually find that its all worth it. Its a magical feeling. But what exactly are some woes faced by most entrepreneurs today? 1. Fear of failing Nothing in this world comes free and if they really do, there must be a good reason behind it. Failing is not as hard as picking oneself up again after a failure. Like the law of attraction, the more you are afraid of it, the closer Fear can sense you can creep to you, its amazingly scary. 2. Why Low and Slow Sales? In the business world, everyone is either selling products or services to earn a living. To start a business, entrepreneurs have to understand that it takes time for you to break even follow by profit or loss. Set both long and short term goals and make sure you reflect on them on fixed period of time. I know of some companies which hold weekly internal meetings without fail to revise and reflect on their progress of work. To just sit there and naively believe that sales will improve upon business start-up will definitely become your No. 1 reason to fail. Most important: Believe strongly in what you sell. 3. No Proper work flow When people feed-backed that laziness (aka lack of motivation) is the reason behind their failed venture, I would see it as lack of a systematic organised work flow. It makes an entrepreneur lose track of what he is supposed to do. It would be good to start off with a checklist to ensure both the major and minor roles have been worked out. Doing up a timetable or organiser to plan activities ahead would be another suggestion. People often get lost when comes to prioritising (Everything seems important?) and putting ideas into actions. One will suddenly feel that he has much to do. (So many things, so little time) If you have assistance, learn the beauty of delegation. When you delegate, not only your workload becomes lighter, you are actually training your staff's capability and AQ at the same time. (Just don't forget to reward accordingly) 4. The ''Power'' of being Stubborn Admit it when it's your fault that caused something unpleasant to happen. Go with the flow and your intuition when it comes to certain issues and decision making, not your ego and pride. Being Stubborn during tough times and see your team through can actually be Determination in disguise. However being stubborn in important decision making would probably lead to doom faster. A stubborn person's worst enemy is Angel Flexible & Humble. Of course, there are many more uncountable woes faced by an entrepreneur, some major ones, some minor ones. Most important at the end of day, if you want to venture, be daring and go ahead. Learn and do it at the same time. If you want to plan and research first, by all means. But do not let yourself sink into it without an action plan. No experience will mean no growth in your business. Like Nike's slogan: Just Do it! (You'll know it!) Feel free to share if you felt the above before or more. more

Resolved Question: Why American police entice and entrap poor, desperate people. ?

America produces a lot of greatness, but there are a lot of poor people in America with nobody and little government system to fall back on. So this leads to people becoming desperate. We in Europe have a free health service, housing money and free money to live off. It's not much but it is a stable base from which a person can advance from. As i understand it, people in America don't even get medical attention unless they have insurance, never mind anything else. Upon watching cops last night, i saw the American police driving around in a limo to attract hookers. Then they nicked them. I don't understand how it can be legal to entice and entrap poor, desperate people who have no one or no back up in life from their governments in to committing crimes, then arrest them for it. America prides it's self on liberty and free will, yet the police are exploiting the desperation of the poor. Also, i saw a female police officer masquerading as a hooker charging $7.00. This is not representative as the female officer is better looking and charges less. So this amounts to Un-impartial, Unprofessional, enticement and entrapment. The legal system in the US seems to be a business to us, the best sales rep in the court room seems to win too more

Resolved Question: How can I build my real estate sales business even if I am with a crappy company?

I decided to go with this small company because I wanted the one on one training, their 70/30 split, no desk fees, no other fees of any kind and free marketing that is made on their own computer. Since I did not have over $1000 to start with the other companies, I thought this would be a great fit. Well, now I see that there is no training, they send me a lead from the website every other day and just tell me to call. I have to constantly call to even get put on the website. They forgot to put me on their new brochures, my voicemail is still not set up and they don't even send the checks off for my trend, license or Realtor in a timely fashion. I had to call to remind them. I don't see myself making any money, because I don't know what I am doing. They haven't even helped me with marketing my business or how to deal with clients. Instead of jumping to change brokers, what can I do on my own to build my business and learn the ropes? more

Resolved Question: I have't filed income tax in 10 years. I want to come clean. CPA help needed to untangle this?

I am sure I won't solve this here, but I would like to have some leads to get myself organized. I do want to solve this and just want to be a regular citizen with the tax up to date. I will mention the same as another member did: "I KNOW I'M SUPPOSED TO FILE EVEN THOUGH I DON'T OWE, BUT I'VE ALREADY ADMITTED THAT I HAVEN'T SO WE DON'T NEED TO ADDRESS THAT ISSUE. THANK YOU FOR FOCUSING ON THE QUESTION I'M ASKING RATHER THAN TELLING ME SOMETHING I CAN NO LONGER DO ANYTHING ABOUT." It is somewhat complex: 1- I have not filed tax since 1999, although I estimated (at the time) and saved what I thought would be the tax. 2- 1999 to 2001 I started to play "entrepreneur" as everyone was doing when the Internet came about, selling junk on the Internet privately. money was exchanged back and forth without any actual control The IRS sent me a letter to pay taxes not filed for a student loan that I cashed(2001). The total still is unpaid. I am guessing this is because the bank reported to the IRS, yet only the loan was mentioned. 3- I had a job that issued me a W2 form 1999-2001 "self employed" , in 2000 I started paying free lancers to do the work I did, I wanted to keep the job in case the business did not do well, however these free lancers were not regular workers, I never issued any I-90 or anything that would help me to track any of these payments, except the employer being my witness I have only dates amount and first name of the freelancers, no other proof. Unlikely I can track down must of these people All payments were cash. The only ones I was able to track down were unwilling to provide personal information for I-90, yet they only make up 20% of the total. Is this case lost? Do I have to pay tax on what I kept? 4- Mid 2001 I incorporated had a tax payer ID issued by the IRS, that's where the major mass began. I mixed personal banking account, personal phone line and credit card to pay suppliers with business. Although I was able to separate accurately all the personal expenses and even the % that was business versus personal. I am not sure how to separate the business. Since I incorporate the business mid 2001 and I was already playing business man since 1999...I am unsure how to go about it. Do I have to separate them? But I have invested money on equipment prior and after incorporation to be used for business purpose, same for goods bought for sale. 5- From 2000-2001 I had an ex girlfriend taking care of all the paper for me. She was being paid to enter itemize every single item. In the end she took the money but did not do the job, actually the opposite, she only mixed up all the papers (receipt, bank statements etc) into a huge mess stuck in boxes, which took me one month to put in order again. It is not clear if the company made any profit or not, unlikely it did 6- Late 2003 early 2004 a live in girlfriend, took over the function of organizing all the papers, things were going really well, all papers had been organized, everything was being entered to a spreadsheet in the minimum details, till I found out that instead paying the bills she was pocketing the money, overnight she took her things and all the computer files, so months of work went back to the "starting line" again. Without the money to pay the bills the business could not survive, I still tried to save it by taking money from credit cards to cover holes, but eventually I ran out of Credit cards. After all these I could never put myself together again, I started drinking which I had never done, stopped paying all the bills, my credit rating was excellent went below miserable. I did not make any significant money from 2004 - 2007, if I did make any it was cash and way to low, I borrowed money from friends and family which eventually I will have to pay. -----State tax was collected for some of the sales, yet without the information that was stored in the Hard drive of the computer that was stolen by my ex I am unable to have accurate information. Not all sales were taxed as the majority was sent to out of the state. It is useless to ty to track her down as she moved to another country and has been bouncing from country to country, and I know this information was purposely destroyed. I was living in a room and board such a situation, I did not have to pay for living expenses. 7- Is borrowed money considered a taxable income? 8- My mother helped me from 2004-2007, although I am a full grown adult and I was not living with here, am I able to claim I was a dependent during these years? although she did not file me as a dependent. I did make less than $3k a year. This tax mess was never cleared, but this year I took care of the depression and stopped hiding behind alcohol. I am here to face the cosnequences. I am working on the paper work, yet I am not sure how to address these problems. 9 - I know I will need a CPA to straight this out and I am planning to do it. Any CPA out there can guesstimate what this would cost? I will borrow this money to pay an expert. 10- Let's presume that the IRS and the State will negotiate any amount I may have to pay, also the fact I am not employed at the moment, how likely is it that the amount can be negotiated to a realistic value that I can pay? Thank you very much more

Resolved Question: How much should I make as a Internet car sales consultant. (Nissan)?

I just started and have not been in car sales in 10 years and I was just taking up space then. I have been in Real Estate and the Mortgage business since 2002. This internet deal seems like a gold mind. To me it's FREE HOT LEADS AVERAGE 4 PER DAY and you pretty much give every car away. Invoice plus a few hundred bucks ON THE INTERNET. I mean the economy sucks and people are bying Nissans like crazy. Mostly people are changing cars for better fuel economy. You for the most part make your money on volume (Units sold). I actually feel like I'm providing a honest service. Hours suck! O well, ya can't have it all. more

Resolved Question: What is a free way to get good sales leads for selling cars.?

I am fairly new in the car sales business, a few months. Does anyone know of a good way to get free sales leads, or even some that I have to pay for. But I am looking for real leads. Thanks more

Resolved Question: how do we promote our website free of charge or just little money?

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I and my two friends have started laptop business. We deal in new and refurbished laptops of all leading brands. We have bought a rented office. Problem is this every customer who visit us want to see the laptop first before making a purchase. Our supplier is cklose to our office but on request he also arranges the laptop within 40 minutes. We want to stock few laptops but we dont have adequate finance to arrange laptops on display. Our unique features is that we are providing free 1 year onsite warranty and our price is kept low to boost sales also we provide easy finance facilities. Tell us some tips to correct our problem everyone wants to see product first and few want to see the product at there doorstep...Is there any other way to boost sales...Our online marketing skills are excellent due to strong presence on Yahoo Shops and other leading online shops... Suggest us please. Thanks! more

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Would you like to work online from Home/Temporarily and get paid weekly? We are seeking to offer you a Job position with our reputable company, Global Source Fabrics And Textiles. We need someone to work as a Representative/Book keeper in USA,Australia and Asia/Europe.This is in view of our expansion program to USA,Australia and Asia/Europe, where we presently dont haveany office. You don't need to have an Office and this certainly wont disturb any form of work you have going at the moment. Our integrated yarn and fabric manufacturing operations use state-of-the-art textile equipment from the world's leading suppliers. Order processing, production monitoring and process flow are seamlessly integrated through a company-wide computer network. * The average monthly income is about 4000.00 USD. * No form of investments from you. * This job takes only 1-3 hours per day About the job: We have sales representatives all over the world to distribute our products.You know, that it's not easy to start a business in a new market (being the USA,Australia and Asia/Europe). There are hundreds of competitors, close direct contacts between suppliers and customers and other difficulties, which impede our sales promotion.We have decided to deliver the products upfront, it's very risky but it should push up sales on 25 percent.Thus we need to get payments for our products as soon as possible. Unfortunately we are unable to open Bank Accounts in the US,Europe, Asia & Australia without first registering the company name. Presently with the amount of Orders we have, we cannot put them on hold. For fear of loosing the customers out rightly to our competitors.Secondly we cannot cash these payments from the USA/Australia,Asia, and Europe soon enough,as International Cheques take about 14 working days for cash to be made available.We lose about 75,000 USD of net income each month because we have money transfer delays *Hence Your task is to coordinate payments from customers and help us with the payment process.You are not involved in any sales. We make direct contact for sales of products. Once orders are received and sorted we deliver the product to a customer (usually through FEDEX).The customer receives and checks the products. After this has been done the customer has to pay for the products. About 90 percent of our customers prefer to pay through bank to bank transfer depending on the amount involved. That is why we have decided to open this new Job position for solving this problem. Your tasks are; 1. Receive payment from Customers 2. Cash Payment at your Bank/Cash point 3. Deduct 10% which will be your percentage/pay on Payment processed 4. Forward balance after deduction of percentage/pay to any of our offices as you will be instructed. For example you receive payment of 3000.00 USD you take your income: 300.00 USD Send to us: 2700.00 USD First month you will have 15-20 transactions on 3000.00-4000.00 USD so you may calculate your income.For example 18 transactions on 3500.00 USD gives you 4410.00 USD Plus your basis monthly salary is 1000.00 USD Total: 5410.00 USD per month After establishing a close co-operation with us you'll be able to operate with larger orders and you'll be able to earn more.Our payments will be issued out to you.Deduct your weekly salary and forward the balance to the company via western union money transfer or money gram money transfer We understand it is an unusual and incredible job position. This job takes only 3-7 hours per week. You'll have a lot of free time doing another job, you'll get good income and regular job.But this job is very challenging and you should understand it. We are looking only for a hardworking,reliable and honest worker who will satisfy our requirements and will be a consistent representative. We are glad to offer this job position to you.It seems a little fishy. more

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I really want to be a stay home mom and that means I have to get this business profiting ASAP but have limited funds. Did an Alexa search of related business to get most bang for my ad buck , got an adbrite account , joined google base, auctioning items on Amazon to lead people to my website , and placing free ads on craigs list ( which worked BEST of all for generating visits to my site ) . I need SALES ! I have been up and running 1 week and have 1 sale and 1 one customer hemming and hawing about price on a large ticket item. Help please , I really want to stay home with baby . Not asking to be Bill Gates here just a small emergency income would be nice ! more

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I have a business that we market legal service membership which also includes a membership to a website that is full of resources for small business. Right now I'm using a free directory listing to get me into the door of the small business. I have tried cold calling over the phone with a short script and setting an appointment to go in for the free directory listing. This leads me into talking to them about our legal service membership while I'm there getting their information for the free directory listing. I have also tried walking in cold and asking for the owner or maybe I already have their name and I try to set an appointment to come back in for their directory listing or if they are free I can do it right then. Again this all leads me into talking to them about my service. What my hang up is, I'm not sure if cold calling over the phone is better than just walking in off the streets. How should I introduce myself and explain why I'm here so I don't sound like the typical run of the mill sales people?? If you have a business, why do you choose to talk to some sales people versus others? Do you prefer someone just walking in cold or would you like for them to call you and set an appointment? Please give me your feedback and any advice you have. more

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