2009 Is Your Year

Here is my desire for you and your family that 2009 be the best Year ever! 2009 Is YOUR year! Unless YOU take action my desire is just a wish. I would like to give you a few tips to help you take action and find your passion also to discover your life's purpose.

Before you think about making 2009 Your year, first lets reflect on 2008.

• What did you do differently?
• What did you achieve?
• Are you closer to your goals? If not, why?
• Have you lost your vision, to dream slayers?
• Was your goals or vision to vague or unrealistic?
• Are there SOME achievements you are GLAD about in 2008?
• Are there some things you regret? Now is the time to forgive and move forward.

Your life is like a book. Let us close chapter 2008 and move to chapter 2009. Ready to close chapter 2008? Let us open Chapter 2009 because this IS your year! Let's start with our goals for 2009. There are 3 things that we want to consider focusing on while moving forward to the best year ever!

1. It has to line up with your life vision and passion.
2. It has to include a balance in all areas of your life; Spiritual, financial, mental, family, health, achievements, leisure.
3. Life may get in the way, so there needs to be some flexibility in our projects.

Here are some things you may want to consider to help get you moving towards your vision and passion. You may want to write these down, then answer them.

1. What do I want for myself?
2. My goals for me and my family are?
3. My goals to reach out and help others are?
4. My business goals are?
5. My Health goals are?
6. My spiritual goals are?

Write your goals down, and visit them daily. Find a coach, mentor or a teacher. Involve your family and allow them to participate, they will be more supportive. No one to support you? Always lean on God first to support you. You are welcome to contact me. I will be your friend, running partner, coach, teacher and or mentor. I am here to help you make 2009 YOUR year! Get started today!

"A year from now you may wish you had started today." - Karen Lamb

Finally, Targeted Internet Advertising by Zip Code and Interest Level

What is Local Ad Link?

The easiest and most affordable way to connect Local Business with Local Consumers. It is affordable and a local solution to the online marketplace. Lets face it, for the small business owner, home based business owner the advertising marketplace has changed. We have the solution and you can profit being first to market with this new technology. Go to any search engine type in "Manhattan travel" If Jamie entered your zip code for his campaign, he will get all the traffic, and customers in your area. If you do not see Jamie ad, he is not dominating your area so therefore you are ahead. Make a decision, to get ahead of your competition now! Log onto http://www.localadlink.com/ who do you see? Your local business that have already began to advertise through Local Ad Link.

Many local business may have a website, but most have no clue how to generate traffic to it. Most business will fail because of little or no advertising. We provide the solution to the problem for millions of small businesses, home based business owners by giving them a web presence at half the cost with more power and features. We will provide you with all of the information you need to make an educated decision. Don't wait to launch your Local Ad Link business; it could be the most important financial decision that you make in your lifetime. Start with the videos below then review the links above and get back with us so we can show you how this can change the way you advertise in a big positive way.

Watch Local Ad Link in Action

What Makes Us Different?

• We provide you with a complete mini website. Not only with complete Business Details, but with Google map driving directions, Coupons, Pictures and even Video.
• We host it on http://www.localadlink.com/.
• We Geo-Target your listing by Zip Code and Interest Level of the viewer.
• We then Push your ad out to over 150 of Highest Traffic Websites like Cnn, Youtube, Myspace, Gmail, FaceBook and the like.
• We also get you up very high on 109 search engines like Google, Yahoo, Ask, and Msn
• Coming Soon: your ad will be seen on Millions of sites because of our e-commerce solution with I-Supply.

What would it cost you to advertise on the most popular, and high traffic websites?

• With our Geo-Targeting of zip codes and Interest level you can now be seen on websites that your customers are viewing.
• Keywords on the page are correlated to the keywords in your ad.
  The relevant Local Ads are displayed on your future customers browser.

Would you like to be on the top of the Search engines?

• We push your Ad out to all 109+ search engines.
• We link all Ads back to Local Ad Link so you share in the popularity of our whole Ad Network so you get very high placement and usually the first page.
• Others are currently paying hundreds and some, thousands of dollars for this on just one search engine like Google

How does it work?
Local Ad Link uses geo-targeting technology which determines the physical location of a web site visitor and delivers different content to that visitor based on his or her location.

Local Ad Link and The Internet
The revolutionary part of LocalAdLink is that we take your business listing and push it out onto the web. What does this mean for you? Well, we're not just sitting back and waiting for people to visit LocalAdLink, we are pro-actively pushing your listing out through our partner web sites. Your listing can be seen on some of the most popular web sites, search engines, and social networks in America. Some of these include Goggle, Yahoo, MSN, AOL, Ask.com, Earth link, YouTube, GMAIL, About.com, Napster, PGA.com, Redbook, Hollywood.com, Monster.com, MySpace, LinkedIn, Friendster, Bebo, Hi5, Orkut, MiGente and BOOMj. But the best part is by using our geo-targeting software, your ad is only shown to people in your area which ensures you get the most value for your advertising dollar.

How Do I Get Started?
Be the first in your area and maximize your website traffic! Click on "Get In Now" Much success to you! I commend you for marketing your business.

Start 2009 with marketing your business the right way. I would love to read your thoughts, leave a comment.

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Twitter By The Sea

BIG event hitting Twitter and you are invited!

"Twitter By The Sea!"

Themed Cruise For Bloggers, Social Media, WAHMS, Inspirational Speakers, recently added by demand Network Marketers.

Special thanks to my twitter friends @perrybelcher for Giving the Cruise it's Title, also @Sugarkisses and @1stopmom for requesting a Bloggers Cruise! I am excited to announce that we are planning a Themed Cruise for 2009 in August (may change, based on demand). Itinerary for the Cruise will be tweeted and posted on my blog and http://www.TwitterByTheSea.com/ (coming soon) on or by January 10, 2009. Check back for updates!

We have been tweeting surveys, gathering information, and looking for Twitter friends that would like to participate. We have been asking questions such as

1. Who are your favorite Bloggers?
2. What blogger would you love to meet?
3. Would you like to learn how to blog?
4. Would you like to be a Guest Speaker?
5. Would you like to attend a Social Media Cruise?
6. Would you like to attend a WAHM Cruise?
7. Would like to become a WAHM?
8. Who inspires you on Twitter?
9. Which Motivational Speaker would you like to meet?

We received several emails, DM'S, and retweets from Twitter friends such as @TexasSnowman, @Conniegreen, @PlusSizeMommy, @dalesio, @CathyBend, @hotchoccarmocha, @PamEvans, bunnies28, tamerrashdan, aceconcierge, Vhutchisoncoach, @craftymamaof4, @noraburns, @saranw, @denyseduhaime @carogonza, @leahita @sketoaks We appreciate the overwhelming responses, and DM's (emails) regarding Cruise ideas, wanting to learn more info, wanting to participate, and sharing your favorite Bloggers, Social Media, and WAHMS.

Me and my Twitter friends are hoping to meet @perrybelcher, @momversation, @WarrenWhitlock, @scobleizer @chrispirillo, @paintermommy, @drmommy, @thedailyblonde, @cgccoach, @coachkaren, @WillieCrawford, @sundaycosmetics, @Marriage_Zone, dcrblogs, @incslinger on the cruises. Can you imagine meeting Tweeples that are supportive, creative, and powerful key players on the internet? We also have another guest, who we are trying to get on Twitter, he is known Worldwide Best selling author of several books. We will announce him soon. Check back for updates!Let's make it happen in 2009! Thanks too @thedailyblonde, @paintermommy, @perrybelcher, for all the work they have already contributed! Looking forward to having you as Guest speakers!

My friends, here are the updates for the Cruise request.

We are still gathering information, preparing surveys, and waiting for confirmations from our invited guest speakers! We are having fun planning the cruise. Here are the destinations we are considering Jamaica, or Bermuda leaving Departures will be from either New York, NY or Florida. The Cruise line will be Carnival. There is an overwhelming response for Hawaii! However, we are trying to stay within 6 Days and 5 Nights. Destinations, and departures may change based on the demand of our fellow Tweeples request. Not in the United States? Plan your vacation around your business trips to the U.S. and welcome aboard! Please come back and view this blog for updates!

We would like to give back to our fellow Tweeples travel accommodations! *$0 for the cost of the cabin! Yes, our promoters, and guest speakers, coordinators will cruise for a fraction of the cost. Example: *Sell 15 cabins to receive cabin credit. More details on our conference calls (number will be emailed to you) I will cover the cost of the cabin, you will only pay taxes, surcharges, and port fees! What away to take a lovely vacation, meet your fellow Tweeples, learn, network, and see the world!

All details will be in upcoming post. Please continue to give feedback, retweet, and get your Blogger, Social Media, WAHM, Inspirational, Humor, Network Marketers Tweeples involved!

**Hashtag for the event: #TwitterCruise
**Follow @TweetThisCruise

We are shooting for

• Promoters who will promote the Cruise (flyers, websites, blogs etc.)
• Six Guest speakers (based on demand)
• 3 Coordinators/helpers

Once you have made the decision to participate, please email your profile Travel@SharneseTravel.com Subject: #TwitterCruise

1. Copy the HTML below the "Twitter By The Sea" button located on the right panel, paste it on your blogs and or website.
2. Copy the HTML below the "Book Now" button located on the right panel, paste it on your blogs and or website. "Book Now" button coming soon
3. Post about the event on your own blog. Please include the link to your post in your comment.
4. Fill out the survey on the right panel of this blog.
5. Leave a comment with your name, email, and the position you want to participate in.
6. Tweet your heart out. Let other Tweeples on Twitter know about the fun event! Please use the **hashtag, #TwitterCruise in your tweets.
7. Email Travel@SharneseTravel.com for details (once completed steps 1-6)

You're next!

If you would like to participate, click on the comment link enter your name and URL, start working on steps 1 through 7. Thank you, for your participation!

Not chosen to participate? You're still involved! We will be sharing numerous resources, comedy, inspiration. Hmmm... what is your most embarrassing moments as a WAHM? Did your child do something wrong that you couldn't help but laugh at? What techniques you use to gain the support of your spouse, while working your WAHM business? What are the best templates, platforms, plug-ins for blogging? What are the best SEO Tactics.....You never know... might be something fun or learning experience in it for you!

Would you like to offer a giveaway for this fun filled event? If you would like to sponsor a giveaway, please leave a comment or send a email to www.Travel@SharneseTravel.com with **hashtag, "#TwitterCruise Sponsor" in the subject. We are accepting giveaways for everyone in mind - Bloggers, Social Media experts, WAHM, Network Marketers! Please include your Twitter URL eg: www.Twitter.com/TweetThisCruise

Hope that you join us! Can't Join us? Receive a Travel Giveaway, Once you Grab the Button to the upper right panel!

1. Grab the button
2. Post button to your website or blogs
3. Leave a comment with your Link and email address along with your choice of one Travel Voucher ie: Cruise, Companion airfare, or Hotel Accommodations

If you are not on Twitter and would like to participate register for Twitter and follow me for updates www.Twitter.com/TweetThisCruise

Happy Tweetering!

10 Ways To Market Your Business

Imagine that you recently started your business, how are you going to get your products to the market? Who knows about your business? You, your spouse and God. Most business fail within the first five years because of little or no marketing.

I strongly suggest that when you start a business, write a list of methods to use to market your business. Narrow it down to two methods that you are comfortable with, and another method that you are not. Yes, you will need to get out of your comfort zone, try a method that you are uncomfortable with. I suggest that you use three to five methods during the first year, and every year thereafter incorporate another method to market your business. Once you've made it to the fifth year, you will have at least seven methods to use for your marketing campaigns. Marketing is crucial for any business.

Here are ten methods I am currently using to market my business.

1. Word of Mouth
2. Blogging
3. Voice blogging
4. Placing online ads
5. Member of Social sites
6. Exchanging Business cards
7. Hosting House Parties
8. Email Campaigns
9. Attending the Big events
10. Requesting Referrals

I receive tons of emails asking me how I made it to the different postitions in my business, now you have a list! Choose two methods and master them, then move forward. Try the free methods first, but quickly invest in your business. If you are on the go, use the word of mouth method and exchange business cards. Passing out your business cards, will not drive traffic to your sites or bring you business. However, when you exchange business cards your are opening the door for communication with your prospect or customer.

Albeit, if you outsource your work you will become more productive. Outsourcing is essential to your business, it allows you to focus on the desired results. My friend, I know what you're thinking..."I do not have the money to outsource." When you attended college, did you invest in books, education? Invest in your business and educating yourself about your business. Imagine that someone is doing all the work for you, while you are spending time on taking your business to the next level. What would outsourcing do for your business? It will help you become more productive, and make more money. Yes, you should outsource all or most of the marketing methods whether you are on the go or work at home mom.

Here is the newest method I am using, voice blogging. Snapvine brings voice and mobility to social networks. Using the Snapvine Voice Player, Voice Blog, or Talking Photo, users are able to safely communicate -- in their own voices -- with their online communities. Once, you've decided on a Topic it's simple, takes only five minutes a day to set up and maybe five minutes to draw traffic. It allows you to connect with your prospects/customers. First set up a application such as http://www.ping.fm/ Ping.fm is a simple service that makes updating your social networks a snap. Try it set up your accounts today, and market your business. I will discuss the do and don'ts to marketing your business in upcoming post. Until then, get your marketing plan together, set up your accounts, and do not wave the flag of your company. Focus on marketing yourself first, and helping others.

While marketing your business remember to give great content, offer value, drive traffic, and monetize last. Do not try and sell your products first, it does not work online or offline. Think about the last time you had buyers remorse, or how you were sold on something you really did not need or want? Find out your prospects/customers needs and wants. Although, there are many methods to use in marketing your business, start planning now. What marketing methods are you using, or will start using and why? Please leave a comment. Happy marketing!