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What is a Bodyguard?........ A Secret Service Agent lookalike?........A Goon?........
What does one envision when thinking of a "bodyguard"? When one considers the historical image of a “bodyguard”, most people envision a large, tall, mean looking individual, capable of lifting you in one hand and tossing you across the room, seemingly without effort.In today’s world, security professionals refer to “bodyguards”, our associates, as “executive protection specialists" or "EP agents”.In terms of answering the first question, “

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How To Avoid A Bad Business Opportunity - Review
I am sure at some point we have all been tempted by 'get rich quick' schemes. You have heard and seen it all before, the tempting schemes that we receive by email/post/newspaper advertisements etc. They promise we will be able to give up work and make ?1000's for just a few minutes work a day on the internet. They tempt you by promises of nice houses, cars and holidays and lots of ???'s.Here are some key points on how to establish whether a 'Bus

Your filing system is very important. To be able to locate items quickly is of paramount importance. The following system will work for any kind of business. However, please note that many of the files discussed are specific to lease purchasing.

You should have a general drawer, which contains banking information, supply information, general forms, business license, answering machine message, expense envelope. Anything of a general nature.

Your Real Estate files should have a general section for correspondence(sent and received), faxes sent, e-mails sent, consultation correspondence, forms letters, signs(for rent), general advertising, prospects, consultation prospects.

You should have a file drawer that contains all your contracts and forms.

You should have a file drawer for marketing materials. Flyers, brochures, letterhead, cards, newsletter.

You should have a file drawer for clients. A file for each client. For Lease Purchase a separate file for sellers, this should also contain tenant/buyers and be separated into open and closed. Open contains property you are currently working on. Closed are those properties you have found tenant/buyers for and have completed the deal.

If you take credit cards, a file drawer for monthly transactions.

You should also have a file drawer for any products you sell.

The files that should be handy and placed in your graduated tray are:
(Note: Some files are specific to Lease Purchase only)

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Analyzing Your Competition
The who, what, where, when, why, and howKnowing your competition allows you to identify a niche and develop your own unique selling proposition (USP). Clearly defining and understanding the core value you offer your clients can depend on your having a firm grasp of your competitors' strengths and weaknesses.Where do you start?1) Make a list of your competitors. Think big in this step. Don't just think about your direct competition;

ense, answering machine message, expense envelope. Anything of a general nature.

You should have a file drawer that contains all your contracts and forms.

You should have a file drawer for marketing materials. Flyers, brochures, letterhead, cards, newsletter.

If you take credit cards, a file drawer for monthly transactions.

You should also have a file drawer for any products you sell.

The files that should be handy and placed in your graduated tray are:
(Note: Some files are specific to Lease Purchase only)

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The 5 Things You Must Know About Accepting A Check By Phone
Accepting a check by phone, fax or web is a great way to increase revenues, decrease collection headaches and offer new payment options BUT there are several essential “things” that you MUST know.First let’s talk about all the great benefits: 1) You don’t have to wait for a customer to mail in payment. 2) It’s a LOT less expensive than a credit card. A credit card transaction always involves a discount rate. Typically around 2.3% i

ains all your contracts and forms.

You should have a file drawer for marketing materials. Flyers, brochures, letterhead, cards, newsletter.

If you take credit cards, a file drawer for monthly transactions.

You should also have a file drawer for any products you sell.

The files that should be handy and placed in your graduated tray are:
(Note: Some files are specific to Lease Purchase only)

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Is Your Company the Real McCoy?
One of my favorite Gary Larson cartoons is the one with the cardboard cutouts of a hillbilly family on the lawn of their mountain shack. The caption reads: The Fake McCoys.The term "Real McCoy" most likely comes from a railway invention by Elijah McCoy that automatically dripped oil to critical parts of the train instead of having to stop and let the oilman do it manually.Even though Elijah applied for and was granted a US Pa

you are currently working on. Closed are those properties you have found tenant/buyers for and have completed the deal.

If you take credit cards, a file drawer for monthly transactions.

You should also have a file drawer for any products you sell.

The files that should be handy and placed in your graduated tray are:
(Note: Some files are specific to Lease Purchase only)

1. Calls to Make

BPM and Web Services
Today’s IT executives want the best software available. With business process management that means finding solutions that provide key benefits. In addition to facilitating system integration, these solutions must minimize costs, protect software investments, and increase corporate flexibility—all while generating a quick return on investment (ROI).Previously, IT executives had an option. They could either create their own processing solutions or

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2. Database Entries - You can note on letter or fax or e-mail which database to enter it into or I prefer, to avoid any mistakes to make separate files.

a) Seller Prospects (from newspaper calling and FSBO site list)
b) Seller Prospects Web (e-mails done to sellers that have responded for more info.)
c) Consultations Sellers - I note on e-mail received or a phone call, if it is from web e-mail or other lists
D) Tenant/Buyer database

3. Calling Lists - A file that contains all your calling lists.

4. Pending applicants/credit checks - applications I am waiting for credit check info to be returned on

5. Letters To Do

6. To Do On Internet

You should also make up files for the forms we provide in the Lease Purchase section.

1. Tenant/Buyer Telephone Credit Form

2. Tenant/Buyer Preliminary Info Form

3. Lease Purchase Property Research Form (Note: Along with your telephone script, you should also have a sheet typed up with the advantages you want to discuss with the seller)

You should make up a fax file, so if someone requests a brochure, newsletter, products you offer, or a tenant/buyer wants you to fax the form, you can do so.

The fax file should contain:

Newsletter (if have one, single sided)

Products Offered (if you have any)

Tenant/Buyer Evaluation Form

Credit Card Authorization

Brochure (on white paper, single sided)

House flyer (flyers for any properties you control)

Your tickler file (accordion file with days 1-31, and manila folders with 12 months), should fit in your desk drawer or under it. You can put your To Do List folder in it at the end of the day for the next day if your space is limited.<

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