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The importance of team work in all aspects of life cannot be understated. I have heard time and time again from people considering YTB travel, “my last job, I had no support”. Haven’t we all felt like that at one point or another? The idea that we are not alone in this world is such a reassuring notion. Someone else shares our beliefs, someone else shares our vision, the connection between souls can be electric. I just finished another fantastic conference call with my team. The director spoke for almost 30 minutes about new things we could do to strengthen our own business but all the while, reassured each of us that if ever we had a question or needed help, we could call. In fact, yet another new member was on the call and had just joined tonight! His enthusiasm was endless, and he recounted how other ventures he had been in had not brought support with their system. Time and time again people are amazed at the level of support available from our team. And why do we have such a tight bond? Because we all share the same core beliefs, if we help each other, we can all achieve our dreams. My team has demonstrated this from the first moment I entered the business until now, and I am confident we will be strong for a long long time. If you’re ready for a life altering move and willing to learn from the best team around….welcome. Your journey begins at www.ytbinterest.com

Give it a chance; you deserve the success you’ll receive.

See you soon.

Is it worth having a home business in Canada for Tax reasons?

First the backgroud:I got $2500 more back in taxes this year than I would have without my online travel business. www.babyducktravel.com and you could too, see how at www.ytbinterest.com

I undoubtedly think every Canadian should have some sort of a small business from home. They say that 98% of home businesses fail but I believe that statistic is skewed based on people that really had no intention of making money but had it for tax deductions. What do you think? An easy to start, low cost, online business and then you can deduct a portion of your mortgage interest, electricity, heat, internet access, gas, etc... Running this on the side from home as a second source of income has huge tax benefits. What could you do with an extra $2000 of tax refund each year?

Recognize we are all salespeople

As Tycoon mentioned in the previous blog entry, “selling” is a huge key to a successful life. Not selling in the used car salesman mentality but selling as in exposure, presentation, confirmation, and closure. You do the same thing automatically day to day, it’s just not prevelant in your thinking. In applying for a new job, do you just apply? Or do you sell yourself? The application is only the exposure portion to your new employer, your interview is your presentation and that is critical, the references you provide are the validation and the final hiring is the close. You can apply this formula to all aspects of your life. Whether you’re aware of it or not, you are currently a salesman…perhaps not a very good one…but just acknowledging it will improve your skill.
In selling anything in life be it yourself, an idea, or a product, you need to have a method or process. This allows you to know where your audience is and what the next step is for them.
This can be accomplished in 5 easy steps: Expose, Present, Validate, Close and Train.
Expose - This is the step that you use to tell others about X. You want to get their attention so they will take a closer look at X. The medium you use for this is not as important as the fact that it reaches your target audience. It might be a speech, a meeting, a presentation, an online ad offline ad, flyer, magnetic sign, etc., that directs them to this system.
Present - It is now time to give your prospect more information about X. You might use a resume, a portfolio, a company DVD, your mentors, conference call, etc. to help tell the the story about X.
Validate - Your audience will have questions or want to get additional information about X. You can answer them yourself, direct them to a web site, 3 way them to your mentors, references, former bosses, etc. to get their questions answered.
Close - You have answered their questions and now it is time for a decision. If they want X, go over the way forward and what they need to do now to have X.
Train - Your new audience/client needs to know how to start use X. You should be there to assist along the way, present yourself accordingly and allow your actions to serve as an example of how they should proceed.
Where have you been selling yourself lately? Have you done a good job or have you fallen off after step 2 ?

Contributing Author - Tycoon 247

What is it that you want to do in life? Are you destined to be rich? Does anyone else know that? What do you have to do to get a new job, a new partner, a raise, a promotion? The common answer to all these questions is that you'll have to "Sell" and that is a skill we all need in all areas of our life. Some may call it leadership, some may call it motivating, coaching, mentoring, teaching, whatever you'd like to call it, the bottom line is that it is selling something, an idea, yourself, a direction, a product. It is in this spirit, that Rich Dad Poor Dad has looked at MLM and decided that it is something everyone should do on their way to developing their financial intelligence. The ability to motivate someone can not be understated. To truly sell something, you must have someone willing to buy. You must be a people person in life. In all aspects in order to leverage the support of others. To be a boss, to be a manager, to be a LEADER.
This is the sort of opportunity that MLM can teach you at a really low price. AND…you may even make some money. However, it is not simply a matter of signing up for an MLM product and waiting for money to come, you must make a commitment to one cause. Give yourself one year of honest effort. Try new things. Stretch your comfort zone, talk to people, begin to truly enjoy what others have to offer. After one year of giving yourself to your MLM business, whatever that may be, you’ll be emotionally stronger, financially smarter and ready for the world.

- Tycoon247

http://www.squidoo.com/richdadmlm

Coaches Corner

Well, I just got off the phone from the conference call mentioned in the post below and I am more convinced than ever that this is the right path for me. Is it right for you? Here's an anonymous way to find out more information about YTB.

First of course is to visit my site at www.ytbinterest.com , second I recommend you listen in on a YTB conference call by dialing (641)-793-7505 and entering # 601340

MONDAY (Every Week)
10:30 PM EST, 9:30PM CST, 8:30 MST, 7:30PM PST, 3:30AM GMP-Tues.
This conference call allows guests to hear more information about this great Business Opportunity calls presented directly by YTB Directors

You'll find more than enough information is passed on to help you make an informed decision. When you're ready to start making money and getting comissions even when you travel, visit my site at www.ytbinterest.com

Or call me personnally to discuss YTB further.

Ask your Questions tomorrow 7 April - Live Answers

Do you have questions about YTB? Listen in on our nationwide conference call which will take place tomorrow morning (Sat 7 Apr at 12:00 pm (noon) EST) It's an informative call where others interested in the online travel business will be able to ask all the questions they'd like. I'm sure you have some great questions that everyone could benefit from.

The phone number you should dial to participate in the conference call is (641) 793-7505 and simply enter the PIN# 601340

After the call feel free to contact me through my website at www.ytbinterest.com

I hope you're having Happy Easter Weekend, I look forward to working with you.

- Babyduck

Writing good ads

You know, writing ads is an art form. Not every add is a winner, not every contact becomes a partner and not every clic = a client. What do YOU do ? I am subscribed to US Freeads and so far it has ensured I get a lot of traffic to my site. It has an auto renew feature so that my 40+ ads and growing can remain active indefinitely. I think this will be a great time saver down the road. Also, it allows me to keep track of how many times each variation of an ad is viewed which tells me which one's are out performing others. Here is my latest add below which some may see is a blended cut and past from my YTB Travel Pro Power site. www.ytbinterest.com ; www.ytbcanada.ca ; www.travelpropower.com/ytbbabyduck ;

YTB Canada, YTB, YTB Travel a great Passive Income Opportunity from the comfort of your own home. Join YTB now and feel comfortable knowing you have a full network of support.

You will be with the right team when you join us. We are here to help you not only make the right decision but to support you in building your own team of YTB Travel Pros.

We have a proven system that will blow the doors off anything else that is out there and we will teach you to use it to take your business to amazing heights.
We feel that it is just as important to join the right group of people as it is the right business so give us a call or email us. We will personally get your questions answered to your satisfaction without the hype and non-sense you typically get from others.

And remember, even if you are not interested in becoming a YTB Travel Pro, you can save money next time you travel by booking your travel through us at www.babyducktravel.com

I think the last line is very important. While we all pursue expanding our franchises and growing our corporate lines, we should remember that the product "YTB Travel" is the most important thing and key to our travel agent credibility. If you're not selling travel, are you really an agent? No. So get out and market your travel site. www.babyducktravel.com : )

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Tax Deductions Benefit # 23

Have you looked into the benefits of owning a home business? The benefits quite often outweigh the costs…literally. For example YTB Travel is a legitimate business when you register with your local state/province. The startup costs related with this business are tax deductible, the costs of maintaining a website – tax deductible, take the ration of the square footage used for your business office within your home compared to the entire footage of your house and that percentage of your heat, electric, water, gas – tax deductible. Office supplies – tax deductible. Since you’re a travel agent, you’ll be required to travel to familiarize yourself with trips you’ll be recommending to your customers – tax deductible (to an extent, be sure to consult the local/federal regulations). Many ask “but what if I don’t make money?” True, tax deductions don’t help unless you have some income to start with however, you shouldn’t be quitting your current job until your home business gets on its feet to start generating income. BUT…if you don’t have a regular job yet, the motivation to succeed can be a powerful influence. Regardless, in the short strokes you should be a proprietorship. This allows you to take your deductions of your net income and take full advantage of your deductions.

I will always have some sort of small business throughout the rest of my life now that I have felt the pleasure of submitting these tax deductions. Considering starting a home business for yourself? I highly recommend YTB Travel. What better tax deduction than a trip to another country or even a cruise? I plan to head out to New York City this year on a “Familiarization” trip. I will visit a few hotels, a couple of travel agencies and take in some tourist attractions. At every opportunity I will collect and exchange business cards, promotional items and tourist pamplets to ensure I can accurately reflect my trip should the “tax man cometh” but believe me, I will be deducting my flight, hotel, rental car, meals, entry fees to tourist attractions and all completely legal. Go on a trip, enjoy yourself, pay less taxes…What a great way to do business. www.ytbinterest.com ytbtravel, ytb travel, ytb Canada, ytb usa, ytb business, www.ytbcanadaonline.com,

Look for the babyduck to book your travel: www.babyducktravel.com

Target Market

Do you think it’s a good idea to buy promotional products to get my site name out in public and seen? That depends. What is your target market? You’ll need to ask yourself “ would the type of people I am interested in be inclined to book travel with me if I gave them a ......pen, Frisbee, keychain, T Shirt, football? What ever the promotional product, it should be something that causes them to see it regularly. Ask yourself, “Have I ever bought something from a company because I saw their name on a pen ?” What methods of advertisement have worked for you ? Chances are, that will work. For me, most often, I have begun using a company because I was referred there by a friend. So for me, I think word of mouth will be a big asset and to reinforce their memory and facilitate the passage of that information, I think I will get business cards to pass on to anyone I have discussed my site with. www.407print.com has a good selection of eye catching cards. And at the current price of $79.99 for 5000, the per promotional item cost is excellent at 1.5 cents per card.

One to One Ratio = No leverage

It can never be done one for one I replied. What do you mean? He asked. I mean that there are a commonly accepted 40 hours in a work week, 2080 hours in a working year. In a one for one relationship you are getting paid X for working 1 hour of work. I don’t care what X equals for you, if you multiply it by 2080 that is the maximum you will earn in a year. One hour in equals one hour of pay. You’ll never make it to "rich" that way. You need leverage. Leverage is simple, you use something else to increase your efforts. A long stick multiplies the force applied to the object. “Leverage”. You put some money in an investment and it multiplies “Leverage” You hire someone to do work for you “Leverage” it is a simple concept but missed so often. The goal is to “leverage” whatever you do to increase the out come of your efforts to more than a one for one ratio. That’s how you build wealth. In a one for one ratio, if you stay at home to play with your kids, that is time that is not earning money. If you take a vacation, that is time that is not making money. So…the plan is to leverage your time. While I am on vacation, I want my investments to be working for me, my online site to be generating income, my employees working for me etc…so that when I do take time for the important things in life, my finances are leveraged to generate income. What is your goal? Mine is to leverage my YTB travel company into something that generates YTB income which generates YTB commissions for me. Simple.

Meta Tags and How they apply

Want to get a top ranking in search engines? No problem! All you need to do is add a few magical "meta tags" to your web pages, and you'll skyrocket to the top of the listings.
If only it were so easy. Let's make it clear:
Meta tags are not a magic solution.
Meta tags are not a magic solution.
Meta tags are not a magic solution.
Meta tags have never been a guaranteed way to gain a top ranking on crawler-based search engines. Today, the most valuable feature they offer the web site owner is the ability to control to some degree how their web pages are described by some search engines. They also offer the ability to prevent pages from being indexed at all.

Here’s an example of an old school meta tag key word paragraph:.

“YTB, YTB, JOIN YTB, YTB TRAVEL, YTB FLOWERS, YTB GOLF, YTBCOM, YTBCOM.COM, YTB MLM, YTB, YTB, JOIN YTB, YTB TRAVEL, YTB FLOWERS, YTB GOLF, YTBCOM, YTBCOM.COM, YTB MLM, YTB, YTB, JOIN YTB, YTB TRAVEL, YTB FLOWERS, YTB GOLF, YTBCOM, YTBCOM.COM, YTB MLM, YTB, YTB, JOIN YTB, YTB TRAVEL, YTB FLOWERS, YTB GOLF, YTBCOM, YTBCOM.COM, YTB MLM”

A simple paragraph of Meta Keywords which would hopefully draw attention to your site and then redirect it to a sight like www.ytb.com/ytbbabyduck an old technique which people have told me no longer works. So, I move on. I will try to learn more about online marketing and find other ways to attract my target market.

The page below explores these and other meta tag-related features in more depth.

Please visit: http://searchenginewatch.com/showPage.html?page=2167931 for more information.