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The Craigslist Profits Guide Review

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Everyone’s talking about the Craigslist Profit Guide. Kristen blogged about it last week and after I asked for a more detailed review, she was happy to oblige.

I’ve been watching this e-book myself for a little while, so when Trent posted a special offer on the Warrior Forum, I quickly grabbed it. Here’s what I found…

First, let me say that Get your copy of the CL Profit Guide TODAY!this book is worth the $27 you’ll spend to buy it–if you put it to use. The problem with most info products like this is that you buy it and get some really good advice and information, but then it collects dust and you never do another thing with it!

The subtitle of Craigslist Profit GuideThe Craigslist Profit Guide is “Simple Techniques for Pulling In Profits and Building Your List Using Craigslist.org.” Trent Browning is a genius! The techniques he gives you in this little book really are simple and anybody can do them.

If you are new to Craigslist and don’t know anything about it yet, Trent walks you through the process, step-by-step, of how to use the website. He literally holds your hand and tells you exactly what to do to get signed up and started. Very easy! Once you’re signed up and ready to roll, he shows you how to post an ad on Craigslist, too. I’m telling you, anybody can learn how to do this.

The first technique Trent shares in the CL Profits Guide is one that I guarantee will make you say, “Why didn’t I think of that?” I won’t give it away, but it’s a super simple idea that, again, anybody can easily and quickly do in a matter of a half-hour or less.

The second technique is another simple one to use. It might require a little more time and action on your part, but I can definitely see how it could become a good money-maker. Again, I can’t say too much or I’ll give it all away.

Trent also talks about using Craigslist to build your list. If you are an internet marketer, you’ve heard it said plenty of times that the profits are in your list. Trent shows you how to build your list in a very easy way.

There are six more simple techniques in the book, then Trent ends with a list of more tips and even a long list of links to help you get started. I’m telling you, Trent really lays it all out in this book. Think of it as a 1-2-3 guide for making money online. And trust me, this is reputable information that you can rest assured won’t place you in the spammer bracket. This is real ways to make honest money online.

So there you have it. The Craigslist Profit Guide gets a big THUMBS UP from me!

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Feeling Better, Online Networking Tips

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After being sick for a full week, then having to play catch-up, I’m feeling much better and getting back on track. I think it must have been a sinus infection because I was sicker than I’ve been in a long time.

I read this article and thought I’d share it with you here. Lots of business owners I know network online, especially online business owners. This is a good thing, but you need to be careful of how you go about doing it, as well as not get too wrapped up (time-wise) in forums every day. With this in mind, read this informative article on how not to promote your website in forums.

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Out Sick

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I’m going to take the rest of the week off from blogging. I’ve contracted something and it’s hanging on for dear life. I’ll be back once the fever breaks and I can breathe through both nostrils again.

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You’re Growing: Keep Moving Forward

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“Be not afraid of growing slowly, be afraid only of standing still.”
- Chinese Proverb

Sometimes when you’re in the middle of a project, it feels like things will never progress at the proper speed. You might feel lost at times, or discouraged, and wonder if you should just quit. Never quit.

But sometimes something worse than quitting happens. Sometimes you just want to stand still for a moment. You want to pause and wait to see what will happen. In some sense, you can and should do this. But while you’re waiting for results, don’t stop working towards your goal.

Growth is slow. It just takes time. Think about it. You were born as a tiny little baby into this great, big world. Each day you grew and changed. Some of those changes were noticeable by your parents; some were not. Nevertheless, you grew…slowly.

Whether you are faced with a dilemma in your business that makes you want to stand still, or you are facing slow personal growth in an area that you feel you should have already reached “adulthood,” never stop…never stand still.

Keep your eye on the goal. Keep walking. Keep working. Growth is happening…even if you don’t recognize it yet.

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Are You Tired Of All The Hype?

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I’ve given great consideration over the last few weeks to the enormous, outrageous amount of marketing hype on the Internet. It seems like it grows more insane by the day. This made me wonder…are you tired of all the hype?

If you’ve ever Googled a specific subject, looking for quality information, chances are you ended up with a ton of links to landing pages and web sites. And all these pages probably did nothing more than deliver you a lot of wild over-stuffed promises that prompted you to click a button and quickly purchase their information product (e-book, special report, video package, etc.).

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Building and running a business isn’t for cowards

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What is your business mindset?

I talked with a colleague recently about a certain work-at-home-moms networking group we both belonged to at one time. She’d just unsubscribed from it, stating what job leads she did gain from the group were all unprofitable. I totally understood what she meant.

There is a certain mentality I’ve noticed among quite a few work-at-home-moms that is saddening. All too often I’ve listened and watched as “new” WAHMs struggle to find a business to run from their homes, only to flop and burn within a short amount of time. I’ve watched even more “WAHMs” grasping at straws and trying every scam and make-money-fast schemes they got their hands on.

I can talk about this subject with confidence because I was one of those “WAHMs” at one time, too.

There are many mothers who long for a real home-based business. They long to be at home, raise their children, and provide for their family (financially). I know what that feels like. Been there. Done that.

The problem with this mindset is that it’s small thinking. If you want to run a successful and profitable business from home, then you have to think bigger and better. You have to plan and create an environment for success.

It took me a long time to realize this. There is no quick and fast way to make money. If that’s what you’re still searching for, then sorry, but it’s just not going to happen. It takes time, persistence, patience, and nerves of steel to build and run a business from home.

You need to give your business enough time to get off the ground. You can’t start something, then quit in three months just because you’re not seeing growth. It takes time to gain momentum.

The worst thing I’ve experienced is watching experienced WAHMs sell their products or services to naive newbies, knowing they don’t have a clue what they’re getting into. That really stinks. It’s a horrible thing to take advantage of someone’s naivety.

If you want to become a work-at-home-mother and start your own business, my advice is this:

• Make a plan. Don’t quit your job or jump into something too soon. Write down your dreams and goals. Then create a plan on how you can get there from where you are right now.
• Find a mentor. There are a few reputable mentoring forums online for women who want to work from home. These membership forums offer sage advice from WAHMs who have been in business for years and know what they’re doing. You’ll find well-worn advice and tried-and-true business advice from these respected professionals.
• Apply for an internship. When you decide on the type of business you’d like to run, do some hunting and apply for an internship at a similar business. Call the owner and tell him/her that you’d like to learn the ropes and ins and outs of this type of business. Ask if you can shadow her/him for a few weeks.
• Interview business owners. Call on experienced WAHMs and other business owners and ask if you can interview them. Ask them questions about the business, running a business, etc. Find out everything you ever wanted to know, first hand, from real business owners.
• Think big, start small. Often times, you’ll need an investment for a real business. At the least, you’ll need six months worth of savings to live on (if you quit your day job). It’s best not to stop working full-time unless your spouse or family is willing to support you in this new endeavor. Just remember to start small and build up your momentum. Don’t get in too big a hurry, or you might mess up.
• Find investment partners. If your business idea requires a start-up investment, ask close friends or family if they’d like to invest in your business. Be sure to get advice from your lawyer on the legalities of this, to prevent future squabbles. Often times, family members are more than happy to donate a no-return investment if they believe your business idea is a good one.

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