Thursday, August 19, 2010

Too much paperwork?

If your office is overcrowded with papers and paperwork; you are slowly down your business and maybe losing some opportunities as well.

1. set up a system - files or online files and a calendar system
2. put the info where you need it - we save a full piece of paper so we have a phone number -- get the phone number in your contact list and throw away the paper.
3. take care of all of today's papers
4. get 5 pieces of paper off the top of a pile and put in the correct place.
5. block 15 minutes a day to focus on papers until you are under control.

In some cases, you may need to pull in a professional organizer to set up a great system that works for you and in other cases you may want to hirie an assistant or virtual assistant.

To set up business systems that work for you, call Fit For Business at 647-287-0320.

Cheryl Rankin
Fit For Business
647-287-0320
info@fitforbusiness.ca
www.fitforbusiness.ca

Thursday, August 5, 2010

Blogs - why bother?

Blogs are one of the very best ways to communicate with your clients, potential clients and people who might find you for the first time.

Tips for successful blogs
- try to blog regularly (at least once a month, maybe once a week or even more)
- talk about topics your clients are interested in
- highlight your products or services by using stories and examples (do sell through the blog)
- prove you are an expert by writing an article
- post pictures to show off your good work
- have some great clients post tesimonials through the comment feature
- use your blog until you can afford a web-site
- keep all messages short and sweet
- do not forget to use the catchy words / keywords in the message and post them in the labels section as well
- if you are promoting blogs as part of a marketing plan then put that in the message
- include a call to action
- include your contact information

Call Cheryl Rankin, Fit For Business to arrange for a free consultation concerning your current marketing strategies.

Cheryl Rankin
Fit For Business
647-287-0320
info@fitforbusiness.ca
www.fitforbusiness.ca