I’m currently in production of my first iPhone App. I’m really excited! It has taken me about a week to finally get the basic shell of the application working.
All I have to do at this point is load the app with data. I must now decide on what type of data to use for my first app.
I also need to refactor my code and clean it up a bit.
My app will be a facts based app similar to 6500 Awesome Facts.
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Well on the back of my very successful World Of Warcraft AkilDeal launched two weeks ago, I’ve now launched my very first membership site! I’m very excited.
The AkilDeals.com membership site will provide members with custom blogs and content that can be used to flip websites and blogs, develop sites for adsense income, or use the materials in other ways on existing websites.
Each month members will receive 3 custom niche content packages. Each package will contain the following:
All of that content in 3 separate packages each month for only $10 per month!
If you where to create these packages yourself it would cost you well over $2000. I’m providing it to my members for a fraction of the cost.
The monthly $10 membership fee is for the first 100 charter members. After the first 100 memberships are gone the price will go up.
If you’d like to have a look at the sales page go to: http://AkilDeals.com/memberdeal/index.php
I just launched my new ebook:
The Magic Of Making Money: How to Fill Your Email Inbox With Instant Payment Notifications
This ebook shows you step-by-step how to create your very own information product from scratch. It’s the very same process that I use to create my information products.
This process accounts for the astonishing feat of going from 0 to earning more than $11,000 in 2 months. I was able to do this because I created a new and unique info-product.
I didn’t claim to uncover some “secret”, but gave insight into how to make WordPress Blogs attractive to buyers for quick flips. I created 100% unique content. And you can do the same. I show you how in the ebook.
Go over and check out the sales page at:
http://MagicOfMakingMoney.com/mmm/index.php
There are quite a few sites on the internet where you can post your website for sale. In my ebook and video guide, Pimp My Flip - How To Create A WordPress Blog You Can Flip For Quick Cash, I cover 3 of the main sites most people use. These three sites are not the only sites used to post websites for sale. There are many others such as WebsiteBroker.com.
WebsiteBroker.com has been online since 1997. It’s a nice looking site with an inviting user interface. The site has a very fast and easy sign-up process. You can sign-up for an account and list your site in less than 5 minutes.
The site has 2 types of listings: the premiere listing and the standard listing.
The standard listing has the following features
The premiere listing has the following features:
What are the benefits of posting your site for sale on WebsiteBroker.com? For starters you get your site exposed to thousands of potential buyers who visit the site looking for deals. You are not required to pay any commissions to WebsiteBroker.com. You’re allowed to edit your listing any time you like including changing the price. Potential buyers will contact you directly via email.
You can list your website for sale in one of 28 categories. You’ll have access to an account control panel where you can see your websites and domains for sale, your watchlist, messages, saved searches, and profile.
WebsiteBroker.com looks like a buy and sell website directory that you may want to add to your list of sites for selling websites.
If you’d like more in-depth tips on buying and selling websites check out my ebook Pimp My Flip.
For those considering outsourcing in their online business, the goal is to create a more profitable company while streamlining the owner’s work. Taking the time to avoid common outsourcing mistakes will make the process go much smoother and avoid the feeling that you are spinning your wheels and getting nowhere. Or to quote Nicole Dean of www.OutsourceWeekly.com “You must plan your outsourcing wisely. Otherwise, you’re simply throwing money into the wind.”
As with any part of business, outsourcing has its good and bad points, however if you are aware of the potential problems before hand, you increase your chances of an enjoyable experience.
Here are 5 potential outsourcing mistakes every online business owner should be aware of, in order to avoid making them.
1. Not Knowing Who You Are Dealing With
Most business owners who outsource will tell you the biggest benefit of doing so is the fact that their assistants work remotely. The number one problem when it comes to outsourcing, though, is not thoroughly checking out the contractor or company who will be performing the work. Keep in mind that sometimes this independence can work in the opposite direction if not taken seriously. Make it a point to carefully interview the people you are considering working with before assigning a task or project to them. The person or company should be someone you can trust to represent your business.
2. Non-Communication between Owner & Assistant
Whether you are outsourcing tech support, writing, web design or something else, there is a great deal of effort needed in order to keep the lines of communication open. If you allow your workers to do work for you without communicating your goals and what it is that you need, you will find that they your work will not be done as you’d hoped. Assistants are not mind-readers and do need guidance. Take some time to make sure that you and the people you outsource to understand your expectations. This is an important part of making sure that you get what you need.
3. Forgetting to Budget Wisely
In order for outsourcing to work properly, you’ll need to keep a good eye on what you are spending for the work being done. While some projects will require single payments to your assistant, others may involve recurring or retainer payments and you will more than likely have some type of contract or agreement that binds you. Some of your assistants may charge by the hour while others may invoice by project or expect payment based on a commission of some sort. Take the time to figure out how much money you can afford to spend on certain tasks and budget appropriately.
4. Under Utilizing Your Contractor & Their Resources
When you choose to outsource certain tasks, make certain you are using your assistant to their fullest capabilities and not just outsourcing for the sake of outsourcing or splitting up work between two assistants when it makes more sense to have one handle both jobs. Sometimes you can find freelancers who are willing to work on a recurring basis or who will complete larger projects at a reduced rate in order to get and keep your business. Don’t be afraid to ask potential contractors if they have room for more than just one or two jobs and don’t outsource something just to say that you’re on the outsourcing wagon.
5. Misunderstanding Your Role as the Outsourcer
As the one doing the outsourcing, you need to understand your role. In order for the relationship between business owner and assistant to flourish, you’ll want to keep the lines of communication not only open, but clear as well. Be detailed in what you expect from your help. Also keep in mind that you are probably not their only client and as much as you would love to have them all to yourself, that probably isn’t the case. Be respectful of their time and give feedback on their work. This will help them do a better job and respect your time in return.
Making yourself aware of possible problems that often occur in the outsourcing relationship now allows your business to grow by leaps and bounds. Don’t be afraid to start your outsourcing journey, especially that you are now better prepared to do so.
Outsource? Of Course! Get started now at www.OutsourceWeekly.com
