Posted on August 30th, 2008 — in Great Video Tips
Is it possible to stop a locust plague thru use of sound waves, harmonics and acoustic directional sound technologies? First we know that Locust Swarms are intense with as many as 20 million insects ripping thru the countryside eating everything in sight. Indeed these swaths of devastation can be five to twenty square miles wide.
How could we build a directional sound machine capable of stopping locust plagues on our neighbors? Or even within the United States? Perhaps we could use one of these?
http://worldthinktank.net/wttbbs/index.php?showtopic=215
Perhaps use a convoy of semi trucks, drive along side of them open up one sides of all of them and blast them with sound waves from huge array panels? Like the non-lethal crowd control units they have now, but on a massive scale? Or put the think in a blimp and fly over them and send the sound waves down to the ground? Or put reflective coating like the strawberry field sheets of plastic down in front of the locust plagues path and then when the locusts fly over use the blimp to send the sound waves down which would also reflect back to give them a double dose of Dolby surround-a-sound?
Make sure the resonance used will not interfere with the Blimp in any way, we do not need a repeat of the old Comet Airliner breaking apart in the air or the gas inside the blimp hyper-excited and expanding too fast? Unless you have pressure escape; the blimp might shoot up very rapidly and explode? What type of delivery system could we possibly build? Consider all this in 2006.
“Lance Winslow” - Online Think Tank forum board. If you have innovative thoughts and unique perspectives, come think with Lance; http://www.WorldThinkTank.net/wttbbs/
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Posted on August 28th, 2008 — in University of Marketing
It’s a strange anomaly.
Most people who set out to start their own business, no matter what type, build it for failure, not success.
Crazy isn’t it? But true.
The saddest part in all this, is that they don’t even know that they are destined for failure long before their dreams shatter and break apart.
Statistics tell us that within 5 years of start up 90% of all small business will go under.
My personal experience shows me that 98% of all home based business will do the same.
Why?
Because they lack the fundamental skills, education and development to plan ahead, foresee the pitfalls, and capitalise on gains.
Here is a key secret to business success. It’s “Easy to Do”, it’s also “Easy not to Do.”
That applies to everything. It’s easy to do a business plan. It’s also easy not to do one.
It’s easy to create a marketing plan, but it’s also easy not to create one.
It’s easy to pick up the phone and call a new potential customer; it’s also easy not to do it.
That one thing will determine your success, or measure your failure.
However, on a brighter side, there are three specific things that you must focus on doing if your want to develop a powerhouse and dynamic business in 2002.
Those three things are:
1. Get potential customers to your business.
2. Get those same people to come back.
3. Get them to refer their friends, family and associates.
Sounds simple doesn’t it?
It’s easy to do, it’s also easy not to do. And if you’re not consciously aware of this business reality, you’re probably not doing these three things.
Let’s look at them.
1. Get potential customers to your business.
It does not matter what your business, your product, or your services. Whether you are online or off-line makes no difference. You absolutely must focus 50% of your time and energy on gaining new customer enquires. (Initially 80% if you are just starting)
Use every method available to you. Utilise every single resource. Study and learn what it takes to get people to call you, or visit your Website, or mail you a form.
I know I’m pointing out the obvious, but if your head is stuck in product development, or management and accounting you won’t be able to see the trees from the forest.
Customers are your lifeblood. They are your bread and butter. They represent every reason why you go into business in the first place - to make money.
So get them and get them quick.
2. Get those same people to come back.
It’s a proven fact that most people will not buy from you on their first contact. There are no exceptions to this rule. A prospective customer must have exposure to your business an average of 5 - 8 times (depending on your products and services) before they will even contact you.
The world of professional selling tells us that most sales closes take place on the 7th contact.
What does this tell you?
If you work so hard at getting new people to your business front, but then not getting them to come back - you’re building for failure.
Don’t do it!
Stop right now and look at your sales systems. Do they make allowances for automatic or semi-automatic follow up? Do you offer Auto responders from your Website? Do you have an off-line sales letter follow up plan. Do you use contact management software so that you don’t loose track of potential customers?
Why do you think the Pro’s in your industry are the top income earners? Think about that. They keep in touch with people.
3. Get them to refer their friends, family and associates.
This is the cream of the crop.
When you set out in your business, you must focus 80% of your time on getting new contacts. As your business develops, you must then change that focus to 80% gaining referrals.
Referrals are the sweetest prospective customers of all. They are already pre-qualified. They already want what you have to offer.
And you don’t have to spend a cent getting them!
If your business is online, you can do this with a simple, click and refer a friend script. If you’re not on the web, you can do this by using a business card referral system.
But even more - are you ready for the kicker?
You must ASK people for their referrals!
When you’ve got a great product and a great service, it fantastic. But there is really no point in working really hard to get a brand new fresh customer at great expense when all you have to do is ASK your existing customers for a few referrals.
Don’t be shy. You ask, and most of them will happily give.
It’s that easy. Easy to do, easy not to do.
Can you see the pattern developing here, the difference between success and failure, those that do and those that don’t?
All these things are easy to do. They are, really. But most people opt for the easier choice - not to do.
The choice is yours. Build your business for success in 2005 with qualified customer flow and you will reap the rewards.
Paul Barrs. (c) 2005
Paul Barrs is the creator of “The Complete Guide to Home Business Success”, as well as being a professional speaker, trainer and presenter. To order for the The Complete Guide ($1 Trial) Home Business Success: http://www.paulbarrs.com/iscript.php?13_A3992_74
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Posted on August 28th, 2008 — in Regionally Speaking, Travel, Safaris, And More
Travel guide to Rome (Italy) presenting the best places to visit in this beautiful city, rich in masterpieces and architectural jewels; advises and reviews on Hotels in Rome.
Planning an Itinerary to Rome can be difficult if you are unsure of what to visit: sometimes it’s better to take a Rome Tour. This article gives some insight to some must places of the Eternal City.
Must see places in Rome:
Santa Maria Maggiore
An ancient and precious jewel. One of the four patriarchal basilicas of the city, maybe the most beloved of the Romans. Includes on eof the most admired ancient nativity scenes of the city.
The story of Jesus and Holy Mary, told in the precious mosaics of the nave, datable to the 5th century. The gilded roof and the noble chappels, the marble paviment and the elegant canopy of the central Altar.
Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi
Nature and history, artifice and technical skill merge togheter in this architectural jewel of Roman Baroque. All the genius of Bernini and the story of his conflict with his rival Borromini.
Domus Aurea
The splendid residence of Nero on the Colle Oppio, its treasures and precious decorations of the surroundings. The story of a dream transformed in to reality, but then cancelled out with force by the Emperor’s successors, almost as if to destroy its memory.
Via della Conciliazione
The monumental entrance to the Vatican, created as an expression of the historic concordate between the Fascist state and the Catholic Church.
Cheap Hotels in the centre of Rome, ideal accommodation near the central station (Rome Termini) or close to the Vatican.
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Posted on August 25th, 2008 — in University of Marketing
In 1998 Daimler-Benz and the Chrysler Corporation tied the knot. The newly created DaimlerChrysler [DCX] conglomerate was touted in the business world as a merger of equals with both companies retaining their unique and distinct identities. Soon after the merger the honeymoon period abruptly ended and the rancor began. Diametrically opposite management and cultural differences contributed to deep divisions which nearly scuttled the new relationship. Today, things are much different than they were in 1998; however it remains to be seen whether the long term partnership between the German and American automakers will outlast the deep, mutual distrust that prevailed for so many years.
A changing global automobile market during the final decade of the 20th century signaled the end of small, independent automakers. Although fairly large in size, the Chrysler Corporation, which nearly vanished in the early 1980s, was once again nearing a crisis point: a rapidly changing market meant that large amounts of cash would be needed to keep their product line up to date as well as to take their product to emerging and lucrative new markets. Unlike in the early 1980s when the US federal government stepped in with much needed cash, no government suitor was expected this time around. For Chrysler, the long term strategy strongly suggested that the automaker would have to be acquired in order to survive. In stepped Daimler-Benz.
At first, the merger was hailed as the deal of the century. The combined automakers, roughly the same size, quickly became the fifth largest automaker in the world. Combining German engineering - Mercedes being the principle business - and North American marketing - the Jeep line and the Chrysler minivans being the biggest draw - many envisioned that the new company would quickly capture a bigger slice of the global market. Unfortunately, the dream was nearly scuttled and for the following reasons:
An American president of the Chrysler Group, Jim Holden, was replaced by a German appointee, Dieter Zetsche. This change occurred as Chrysler was experiencing difficulty in the marketplace; additional senior American personnel had also left and were replaced by German executives too. Some felt that the Germans were imposing their will on the Americans.
Billionaire shareholder Kirk Kerkorian who owned 36 million shares of Chrysler before the merger and now held significant number of shares of DCX stock, filed suit in 2000 alleging that certain Daimler-Benz officials has committed “fraud and deceit” in orchestrating the merger.
Adding fuel to the fire was the closing out of the Plymouth brand. Already suspicious of German intentions and knowing full well that the “merger of equals” was, in fact, an acquisition of Chrysler by Daimler-Benz, the ending of the Plymouth brand escalated fears that the Chrysler Group would fade into the background.
Fortunately, time has eased some of the friction and the Chrysler Group [defined as the part of DaimlerChrysler that was at one time the Chrysler Corporation] has benefited from the merger in several ways, including:
New Mercedes inspired products. The Chrysler Crossfire was the first of several new Mercedes inspired products to find their way into the Chrysler Group. Made in Germany, the Crossfire is essentially a rebadged Mercedes roadster, a model that the top of the line Chrysler division never had.
Strengthening of the Dodge name. Already a decent performer, the Dodge division has received several Mercedes M class inspired models including the Magnum and the Charger. The Viper has been redone, the Ram trucks updated, and the Neon is in the process of being replaced. Dodge market share is increasing even in the face of strong foreign competition.
Fresh blood for Jeep. An all new 7 passenger Commander has hit the streets and additional products are being planned.
Likely, Mercedes would have survived without a merger, while Chrysler would not have. Overcoming strong cultural differences - German authoritarian vs. American creativity - has kept the company afloat. Some are crediting Zetsche’s understanding of the American company and culture with easing tensions, thus allowing the companies to benefit from what they have in common versus their differences.
Certainly, the rancor that existed just a few years ago seems to have eased. For DCX to survive and grow a mutual trust and respect of German and American cultural differences and business practices is necessary. Without both, renewed hostilities will surface and potentially scuttle what is still perceived by many as to be a fragile business relationship.
Copyright 2005 — Matt Keegan is a contributing writer for
Auto Parts Canada, a wholesaler of fine
Mercedes parts and Mercedes Benz accessories for your Mercedes Benz truck, van, SUV, or passenger car.
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Posted on August 23rd, 2008 — in University of Marketing
When Ford decided to redesign the Mustang, they opted to incorporate a retro look, much like what was done previously with the Thunderbird. Fortunately, Ford didn’t look at the ghastly Mustang II series from the 1970s for a template, instead the US automaker drew upon the second generation Mustangs of the late 1960s for their inspiration. Let’s just say that the redesigned Mustang has been nothing short of a sell out hit.
Introduced as a 2005 model, the retro Mustang for 2006 offers only one change: the introduction of a Pony package which is meant to give the car a GT look and feel. Borrowing from the fastback design of the late 1960s, the 2005 model was such a hit that Ford could not keep up with production.
Buyers have a choice between a 4.0L V6 and a 4.6L V8 engine to power the car. With 2+2 seating, 107 inch wheelbase, and a curb weight of just under 3500 pounds, the car cruises down the highway with 210 and 300 horses respectively.
Each engine is mated with a 5 speed manual transmission and a 5 speed automatic transmission is optional for both. 4 wheel disc brakes and optional traction control [standard with the V8] help keep the Mustang under control.
Clothe bucket seats are standard with leather seats optional. All models come with tilt steering wheel, cruise control, power locks and windows, power side mirrors, and air conditioning.
Ford gives buyers a choice between 5 coupe and 5 convertible models with base MSRP starting at $19,810 for the coupe and $24,635 for the convertible.
First year sales of the Mustang were so good that the car sold out by early Spring. In fact, the Mustang dethroned the Chrysler 300 as the hottest car on the market with more than 15,000 Mustangs sold per month. All of this production is from just one factory.
Production for 2006 is certain to be tight and with little incentives available - they certainly aren’t needed - the Mustang is likely to continue to have a long waiting list of customers desiring the sporty coupe. Considering that sales across the Ford division are flat, this is good news for an automaker desperately needing a hot seller.
Copyright 2005 — Matt Keegan is a contributing writer for the Auto Parts Warehouse, a wholesaler of discount Ford parts and accessories.
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Posted on August 20th, 2008 — in University of Marketing
My own business - how many times have you wished that for yourself?
How many times have you heard friends and contacts express the desire?
How many do you know that have actually gone ahead and done it?
Some wish it, some talk about it, very few do it.
Despite this I’m encouraged because I sense there is now a great entrepreneurial spirit about which springs from the availability of computers and the internet.
These two tools, which is all they, are making it possible for those with imagination to create products and services which they offer to a huge and growing market using the internet. I come across more and more people who, when asked, “what they do?” respond “I have my own business”.
These businesses are mostly linked to IT, software or are so called conventional businesses using the internet as part of their marketing strategy.
People with their own businesses are special because they have taken action to be able to fulfil the desire to ‘have my own business’.
When I established my business it was the culmination of a life- long desire. I now look on all that went before, learning, acquiring skills and experience, ‘climbing the corporate ladder’, as preparation for when I decided to start consulting and launch my own business.
What are the characteristics that we possess which makes us go on to ‘do our own thing’. Clearly this is a big question with many answers. I have tried to boil it down and suspect there are just 4 key characteristics.
1 A desire to be in charge of your own life.
We are people who like to be in control. Confident in our own abilities, full of energy and determination.
In my case I know I had difficulty playing the corporate game. I hated the politics, which just disappeared when I founded my own business. I was now making decisions about my life. Not some corporate grey suit.
2 A love of succeeding.
We love getting out there and making things happen, enjoy mixing with other people and thrive on learning and growing as people. We love the sense of achievement, even sometimes in small tasks well done.
3 Love helping people.
In helping ourselves we are keen to help others. The buzz gained from ‘doing a good job’ which leaves the client totally satisfied has to mean as much as any other reward.
You get this sense of achievement because you are close to your clients. You also get more freedom to just help others. People come to you for help and advice. What a great compliment!
4 Desire for a great lifestyle.
Working from home, setting your own programs and timetables while gaining real satisfaction from working in ‘my own business’.
Spending more time with family and friends and not having to spend time climbing the ‘corporate ladder’ is simply great.
Walking from my office on a Friday afternoon is better than a forty odd mile drive in Friday traffic. Only possible because I have my own business.
I have written before about some of these satisfactions. If you are thinking about it, great work it out and when you know you can make a go of it, do it!
If you already have your own business, no matter how small you will already know the satisfaction that comes from ‘having my own business’.
Tip The reward of a thing well done, is to have done it.
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Posted on August 15th, 2008 — in University of Marketing
Fresh air is good for you, but how much time do you spend outdoors?
Since many of us spend most of our lives indoors, we should be aware of what is called “sick-house” syndrome. This sick house syndrome is a byproduct of keeping your house closed up against outside elements. We all want to block out noise, pollution and cold or hot air but this also prevents toxic fumes from getting out of our house!
Harmful fumes can come from paints, cleaning products, air fresheners and even wood smoke if you have a fireplace. Believe it or not, even your furniture and carper can emit dangerous pollutants. Keeping your house “sealed up” to keep out the elements can also keep these fumes inside. Studies show that the air in our homes should be changed ten times per day - anything less causes build up of dangerous pollutants.
Since you spend most of your time in the bedroom, here’s where you should start to freshen up your air. You’ll be healthier and your bedroom will smell better too!
First, open the windows (just a crack is sufficient) when possible, and check to make sure that all vents are unblocked.
Another problem that lack of ventilation can cause is mold and mildew. This is found to be a danger not only to your health, but it can also damage the structure of your house. Especially in rooms such as the master and guest bathrooms, where humidity is likely to be high, proper ventilation is essential. The use of fans in these areas are helpful.
Also, check areas such as the attic, and underneath floors for proper air circulation. If you have a humidity problem upstairs, it probably means that the attic or roof space needs more ventilation. Be aware that some types of flooring can cause structural damage if there is not adequate ventilation beneath it.
Everyone wants a clean smelling bedroom but icky smells happen and you should not overdo it with room air fresheners. Aerosols should especially be avoided as they are not eco friendly and have chemical additives. You won’t be able to create a fresh smell in your bedroom by adding more scent to the air - instead open a window and let the real fresh air in!
A great way to make a safe air freshener and deodorizer for your bedroom is to sprinkle a few drops of vanilla or scented essential oil on a cotton ball. Put the ball in a pretty dresser tray or other open container that you will not mind if the oil touches it. Other ways to freshen up your bedroom naturally include using baking soda, white vinegar or dried herbs. Try putting a bouquet of fresh flowers on your dressing table for a great smell and a great look!
One other thing to be careful about in the bedroom is perfumes and hair sprays. You should keep the use of these to a minimum and try using only natural products if you can.
If you or your loved ones suffer from unexplained drowsiness, headaches or a general malaise, try getting fresher air through the house. Your family and your home will breath easier and avoid the “sick-house” syndrome.
Lee Dobbins writes for Bedroom Designs and Decorations
where you can learn more about
designing your dream bedroom.
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Posted on August 11th, 2008 — in Money + Finance
Children reach adulthood fast which means it is essential to start thinking about saving when they’re young. By saving from just £10 to £25 a month with Scottish Friendly’s child bond at this time you could give them a head start for when they are older. For example helping to pay for university fees or to find the money for a first home.
You can save tax-free for any child with a Scottish Friendly Child Bond. It’s tax-free because it’s a friendly society savings plan, which means that under present law it grows free of income or capital gains tax. It is a marvellous way for parents, grandparents, family members and friends to make a big financial difference when the childen are older.
The Child Bond is a with-profits investment plan: It invests for long-term growth as well as a element of security, in stocks and shares, fixed interest funds and cash
Money grows by way of the addition of potential yearly bonuses and at the point where the bond reaches maturity there’s a tax-free payout. The value of bonuses depends on how much profit we make and how we distribute it. Bonuses are not guaranteed.
The Child Bond runs for a minimum of ten years, but it is possible to invest for longer if you wish - perhaps to coincide with an 18th or 21st birthday. You can save either monthly, annually or with a lump sum payment.That is entirely up to you. Please note that if the plan is cashed in before the end of the term, the amount the child will receive may be less than the amount paid in.
If you select the monthly option, you can start saving from £10 a month - up to a maximum of £25 monthly. Or you can make yearly payments of up to £270 a year.
You can also take care of all of the premiums in one go through our lump sum funding plan. If you invest the maximum sum of £2,340 for ten years, this actually invests £270 a year into the Child Bond - £2700 in total. The minimum lump sum of £1,040 provides £120 a year for 10 years - a total of £1,200. This provides a way for you to take care of all your premiums at once and is especially popular with grandparents who like the reassurance of knowing all premiums for the entire term of the plan are taken care of.
This plan includes life cover so you should consider if this is suitable for your financial needs.
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Posted on August 10th, 2008 — in University of Marketing
Mustique is one of the islands in the St. Vincent and The Grenadines chain in the southeastern portion of the Caribbean. The entire island is owned by the Mustique Company, who rent or lease its 89 private villas, of which 57 are available for weekly rentals. There are also 2 privately owned hotels. Because of its luxury and isolation, Mustique has attracted a number of celebrities, including the late Princess Margaret, Bill Gates, Mick Jagger and David Bowie.
The island, 3 miles long and 1,5 miles wide at its widest point, is hilly, with a large plain in the north and is essentially composed of seven valleys each with a white sand beach and wooded hills that rise to a height of 495 feet. The island covers 1,400 acres (5.7 km) and it has a coral reef. The population of about 500 live in the villages of Lovell, Britannia Bay and Dover.
The history of the island of Mustique goes back to the fifteenth century when Spanish sailors first sighted a group of islands naming them ‘Los Pajoros’ or ‘the birds’ as they resembled a flock of tiny birds in flight. In the seventeenth century the islands were renamed The Grenadines by pirates who used the sheltered bays to hide their ships and treasure. The Grenadines were later utilised by European planters to grow sugar. During the 1700s, Mustique was heavily defended by the British against the possibility of French invaders and remains of three forts can still be seen.
The sugar-based economy of the Grenadines prospered until the sugar beet usurped West Indian cane as the major source of sugar. A rapid decay of life in Mustique began and the seven sugar plantations were overgrown by encroaching jungle. The only survivor was the sugar mill at Endeavour and its “Cotton House”.
Mustique was eventually purchased in 1958 by Lord Glenconner under whose guidance the island began to thrive once again. His private estate began to flourish and in 1964 the new village of Lovell was created. Four years later the land supported a 250-acre plantation of Sea Island cotton. Groves of coconut palms were cultivated and limes, oranges, grapefruit, tangerines and vegetables were being exported. The wild livestock was brought under control and a fishing industry, largely worked by men from Bequia, expanded. Mustique was virtually self-supporting.
The island remained relatively quiet although its reputation as an idyllic getaway was growing. HRH The Princess Margaret had accepted Lord Glenconner’s generous gift of a ten-acre plot of land as a wedding present in 1960 on which she built a magnificent residence, ‘Les Jolies Eaux.’ There followed a steady flow of visitors, many rich and famous and Mustique soon became famous as a Caribbean hideaway.
In 1968, The Mustique Company was formed and a new era began. They entered into a development agreement with the St. Vincent government which covered plans to encourage tourism and the building of no more than 140 private homes. This transformed Mustique from a family estate into a community of people dedicated to maintaining and enhancing their shares of the land for generations to come.
In 1969 the airport was opened, the first new villas were built and the old Cotton House opened as an inn. Improvements continued, including new roads, reliable electricity and communications, a desalination plant, a medical clinic and air transport services. An educational trust provides local children with schooling and a medical trust provides all islanders with medical insurance.
The best way to see the island for the energetic is on foot; however there are a few taxis available in Lovell Village and at the airport. Most visitors get around on one of the rental Mules, which is a heavy duty golf cart. There are also a few low-powered motorbikes available for rent.
With a harbour front focal point, the fishing village of Britannia Bay is the commercial heart of the island. There is a grocery store and a general store. The Sweetie Pie Bakery –French run– is a good place to stock up on baguettes, croissants and pain au chocolate. Basil’s Bar & Restaurant furnishes the night life. A visit to their Wednesday night barbecue buffet is a must, as is staying for the “jump up”! The annual Mustique Blues Festival, is held at the bar.
Macaroni Bay is one of the most popular beaches on the island’s East Coast. There is a covered picnic area here and the swimming is delightful. On the West and North Coasts there are four beaches. Endeavour Bay has good swimming and snorkeling conditions. Gelliceaux Bay is one of the ten marine conservation areas in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. These areas are important marine habitats set aside for special management. The snorkeling here is sublime. L’Ansecoy Bay is a wide beach located at the north end of the island. Offshore lies the jutting hulk of the French liner Antilles, which went aground in 1971. If you follow the southward road out of the village of Britannia Bay and then the shoreline path, you will happen upon Lagoon Bay, a perfect beach with perfect swimming conditions.
Britannia Bay - Although rather roily, Britannia Bay is the only suitable anchorage in Mustique. The water is sparkling clear and is wonderful for snorkeling and swimming. Take care entering by boat as the Montezuma Shoal (just west of the bay) is quite hazardous. There is a red and black beacon on the reef, stay at least 1/4 of a mile away.
Michael Russell
Your Independent guide to Travel
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Posted on August 9th, 2008 — in University of Marketing
Joint-Venturing doesn’t end on asking a Guru to endorse your stuff. But that’s what the majority of people in the Internet marketing world focus on.
Here’s an unusual & insanely profitable kind of JV:
Co-author with a Guru.
Yes, you better know what your stuff. And no - it’s not for you if you aren’t damn serious. Because it takes a lot of work & brings in a lot of cash. Not for the easy-goers.
But why would the guru want to do this?
Because it saves them time & gets them easy bucks!
Every guru has at least a dozen product ideas that they doesn’t have time for. If you offer
to do all the work & still give them 60% or more - there’s no way they’re going to miss it!
You can also make a product specifically FOR one guru’s audience. But that’s another story.
Here’s a tip: Ask the guru for an unfinished product.
Many gurus start a product but for some reason it’s pushed aside half-way down. They want that product to see the light of the day but they don’t have time for it or maybe they’ve just moved on.
But if you offer to complete that product, they will love you for it!
Take all the work on yourself. From finishing the product to writing the sales copy & auto-responder messages. Save them the headache, their time, energy & money - & they’ll be happy to co-author with you.
What’s in it for you? (as if you need to ask!)
Because just one product can launch you to stardom. When people see you co-authored an ebook with a successful guru - you get instant credibility. And of course the money comes rolling in faster than you can count - because the guru obviously has a loyal following.
And then people will be contacting YOU for joint-ventures! The credibility, the money, the contacts - it’s all worth it.
There are many examples of people who launched their online this way. From Tellman Knudson to Patric Chan & more. Here are 3 case-studies:
- Jim Edwards.
I can’t say if he launched his online career this way. But this guy has authored at least half a dozen books with the top guns in this industry.
The one that gave him the first real boost was “How to write an ebook in 7 days or less” that he co-authored with Joe Vitale.
The story is - Jim Edwards asked Joe Vitale to give him any old document of him that he could turn into an ebook. After constant request - Joe gave him a book he authored long ago - on how to write a book in a record time.
Jim edited it a bit & then turned it into “How to write an ebook in 7 days or less”. It became an instant best seller & gave Jim his first shot of fame.
Since then - Jim has co-authored with more Gurus than I can count. And today he’s a big Guru himself! Smart, eh?
- Larry Dotson
His story is so simple - it’d be hard to believe.
Larry wrote a swipe file of hypnotic words & phrases. Then he wrote to Joe Vitale that since ‘hypnotic’ is his brand - Joe can review it & if he wants - add some hypnotic phrases himself & they’ll co-author it.
Joe agreed & yes ‘hypnotic swipe file’ sold like crazy. Today Larry got 4-6 other hypnotic ebooks co-authored with Joe.
Nitro marketing that multi-million-dollar IM company promotes 90% of Joe Vitale’s products including the ones he co-authored with Larry.
So Larry’s being promoted by nitro-marketing & he’ll keep getting royalty from them for decades to come.
Last year - Joe said he hasn’t seen, met or even heard Larry’s voice! I doubt if they’ve even met now - yet the story & success is astonishing.
- Tellman Knudson.
Tellman is an NLP expert. I don’t know how he got his start online but his first few products where - ‘Think like’ series.
He did it Chip Traver, Shawn Casey, Joe Vitale & probably others. The one that got famous was ‘Think like Joe Vitale’.
Another product he did was ‘Nitro Mindset’ with the nitro marketing guys. Then he started “List Crusade” where he interviewed (& still does) gurus every week.
These are all different kinds of JVs. Not the usual milking-the-big-guru please-endorse-me type of ones. I can’t say if this way is harder or easier but one thing is for sure - they 10x more profitable.
Enjoy the success by co-authoring with the big gurus!
Muhammad Shariq is the co-founder of ‘Play with a Guru’. For free access to more joint-venture ideas, tactics & secrets - specially from JV master ‘Marc Goldman’ - go to: ==> www.PlaywithaGuru.com/JV.html
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