Archive for May, 2009

Basic Food Safety

Here is a quick reference guide to refreshing your awareness of safe food preparation. Pointers and information to always keep in mind when preparing food or storing it away for future use.
Most conscientious cooks use common sense when preparing or storing food. But common sense in food preparation doesn’t just happen, it is learned. This [...]

Direct Mail - One Way to Raise Donations

A direct mail campaign is often the most cost effective way to reach many donors. Sending letters also is a simple way to campaign. There is no need to recruit, train, manage and motivate a large group of volunteers. A handful of people can run the entire operation. And you will find you will get [...]

Manila History

Manila is the political and economic focal point of the Philippines, and it serves as a drawcard for residents from all over the country. For most visitors from North America or Australia, this mega-city does not seem to merit more than a few days’ visit, after which the serenity of the provinces may seem all [...]

Why Work from Home?

Working from home is becoming increasingly fashionable. I work from home and I love it. I don’t think I could ever work at a factory again, but I must face the possibility that I may have to transfer my business into commercial premises if it keeps growing like it has in the last few months. [...]

Fascinating Hong Kong

Hong Kong greets visitors from all over the world with a wide grin. The urban embodiment of the balancing act between Chinese and European cultures, Hong Kong has long been one of the most exciting cities on the planet.
Few travel to Hong Kong for the sights; they come for business and excitement. Hong Kong is [...]

How to Sell Your Vehicle

Unless you are considering keeping your old vehicle and giving it to someone else, you will eventually need to sell it. There’s many ways to sell it, but first let’s consider the preparation of your vehicle prior to advertising or trading.
Presentation is the major factorThe first thing one should consider when selling an old vehicle [...]

Can You Make Money with a Home Based Business?

The answer to this question is a definite YES! I have lots of business associates in the USA, Europe, Australia and New Zealand who are working in a home based business and making good money each week. In fact the lady who introduced me to my new business is only 25 years of age and [...]

Attractive Brussels - Seat of the EU

Often featured in the press as the seat of government of the European Union (EU), Brussels is much more than a city of bureaucrats. It is a meeting point all the diverse cultures in Europe, and exudes a unique multicultural richness.
Brussels is not only the heart of the European Union. The Belgian capital is a [...]

Czech Republic Capital - Prague

The capital of the Czech Republic is one of the most important historical preservation areas in central Europe. Prague’s unique urban centre has been a UNESCO world cultural and natural heritage site since 1992.
Prague is a great city for those in love. Remnants of the city’s past are found on nearly every corner.
A saunter through [...]

Sales Training Manual Review

I’ve just finished reading Ross Macmahon’s sales training manual titled “40 Days to sales Excellence”.
Although not a light read, because is is so jam-packed full of useful information, there are some excellent tactics examined for seasoned professionals as well as people new to the profession.
Topics include:
* Do The 2% challenge to double your results
* Become [...]