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Submission Tools by Google, MSN and Yahoo Will Help You Succeed On Line!

Sarah — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 17:11:14 +0000

If you are trying to market your business opportunity on the internet, what are the strategies you are using to get your name and business offering recognized by the search engines? Don't waste your hard earned dollars on paying someone to submit your URL to 100's or 1,000's of search engines for a fee.

Verdict: Smartbox Knows Unforgettable Experiences and Awesome Gifts!

Sarah — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 06:18:38 +0000

On Thursday, December 3, six teams of six in five cities throughout the world participated in the Smartbox Hunt and had the pleasure of trying out several of their "experience" offerings during a competitive scavenger hunt. Those of us in New York were fortunate to do the New York Skyride, learn how to arrange flowers at Arison Floral Boutique, take salsa lessons at Zamora School of Dance, and even explore Ripley's Believe it or Not in Times Square! The good people at Smartbox fed us well at each stop, with delicious treats like breakfast pastries, gourmet sandwiches, and (my personal favorite) cheese, wine, and champagne to close out the event. Smartbox invited bloggers, media professionals, and frequent users of social networks like Facebook and Twitter to participate in the Smartbox Hunt.

After spending a day enjoying Manhattan with Smartbox employees, who were enthusiastic participants and team leaders, I can say with confidence that this group of people knows how to have a good time and deliver an Unforgettable Experience.

Sarah's Music Reviews on WeekInRewind.com

Sarah — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 21:57:05 +0000

I'm allowed to do shameless plugs on my own site, right? Good!

Just landed a guest blogging gig on www.weekinrewind.com, an excellent resource for the latest and greatest reviews on Music, Movies, and TV Shows. Follow these links to read my insights on ...

Lady Gaga - The Fame Monster

Paul McCartney - Good Evening New York City

Check early next week for a preview of Alicia Keys' upcoming album, "The Element of Freedom".

Feel free to comment after any of my articles, whether you agree or disagree. It's all about the conversation!

XOXOXOX

- Sarah

You're a Commodity! How to Market Yourself and Stand Out!

Sarah — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:20:04 +0000

As the unemployment rate continues to rise (note: it's a lagging indicator and the perceived increase must be taken with a grain of salt), marketers are finding that their knowledge is best applied to making themselves stand out against the growing competition amongst creative professionals looking for work. The tech-savvy have a significant advantage; Internet gurus who have been practicing interactive marketing know to use social media to position themselves as conversation starters and thought-leaders. But even the likes of Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn have become too mainstream to act as significant differentiators since they are practically a minimum requirement for a decent marketing effort.

Write Your Way to Work

Sarah — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:23:47 +0000

If you've been laid off and are finding it difficult to get motivated, one of the best things you can do with your spare time is to write about your area of expertise. There are many professional benefits to writing, including career advancement, and it's easy to get started

Build your knowledge and confidence with the following tips that will teach you how achieve career growth with the written word.

Cost-Effective Technologies for the New Entrepreneur

Sarah — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 02:39:28 +0000

With the right tools, an economic recession can translate to an entrepreneurial opportunity for out-of-work professionals. Despite the down economy, interest in starting businesses has gone up 25% in the last year, according to the Small Business Administration (SBA). If you're a go-getter who has been affected by these leaner times, now may be your chance to launch the business you've always wanted. Adopt alternatives to traditional software, switch to a digital workplace, embrace social marketing, and you'll be well on your way to a powerful, cost-effective success strategy. Though modern technology can be intimidating, today's options offer complete, effective, and easy-to-use business solutions that won't break the bank.

Verizon Wireless "Buy a Blackberry Tour, Get an HP Mini Netbook" deal! A review by a true mobile professional

Sarah — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 18:52:10 +0000

This weekend I picked up a new Blackberry Tour and HP Mini netbook thanks to a promotion that Verizon Wireless is currently offering: Buy a Blackberry Tour and get a FREE HP Mini Netbook (with a two-year agreement on both wireless service and mobile broadband). Total cost of hardware: $199.

Essentially, I get nearly unlimited access to the Internet all the time for $90/month. With my montly $29.99 Blackberry data plan (unlimited data usage) and $59.99 mobile broadband plan (5GB), I can work from anywhere that receives a Verizon Wireless 3G signal; in New York City, that's virtually everywhere. What follows will be a review of the hardware and service. Bottom line: a very worthwhile investment for the net-savvy professional.

With today's Online Contest Platforms, anyone can run an effective promotional campaign!

Sarah — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 15:02:39 +0000

In today's world of information overload, getting the attention of a potential customer requires creativity. It's true that email marketing continues to be an effective way to reach a massive number of customers and prospects at a time, but we are all familiar with the drawbacks. Purchasing lists is expensive and often not targeted enough to be effective, and even opt-in lists within a company's database are subject to fatigue if marketers aren't careful.

Fortunately, the Internet gives organizations many avenues towards lead generation. One particular strategy, creating contests to engage an audience and generate leads, is now feasible for companies of all sizes thanks to a few easy-to-use platforms that have recently emerged.

Google Opt-Out Village Protects Your Privacy!

Sarah — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 15:16:07 +0000

Join the Village and End Your Concerns!

via The Onion

GMail Goes Down - We may be in bed with the Cloud, but she can be a real bitch!

Sarah — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 02:14:02 +0000

My abnormal breathing began Monday around noon, at the instant that my personal GMail account went down. In true Geek fashion, the first thing I did was do a Twitter search for "gmail". Sure enough, I was not the only one whose very existence was being jeopardized by this bizarre situation.