Open Networking vs. Strategic Networking - Which Is More Effective?


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I found this fascinating quote today:

Do you accept all friend requests on Facebook? And all contact requests on LinkedIn? Do you follow anyone on Twitter?Mari_Smith, Mari Smith - Relationship Marketing Specialist » Blog Archive » Open Networking vs. Strategic Networking - Which Is More Effective?, Jan 2009

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How To Make Huge Money Selling Someone Else’s E-book, Product or Service

January 26, 2009 by Marney  
Filed under Great Opportunities!, Social Marketing


I’ve had the opportunity to work with several authors in my line of business, and I know
that they’re always looking for the next big thing that will push them to the top of the
bestseller’s list!

This is an arena where you can never learn enough, and when you have the opportunity to learn
from one of the masters, you take it!

You know, one of the things that I love the most about Internet Marketing is the amazing array
of people out there that are willing to teach you their stuff! How often do you really get to
sit at the feet of a master and just soak it all in?

The Internet has truly made that into a possibility!

I recently got to take an incredible Traffic Generation webinar from the JV Queen Gina Gaudio
Graves. I had an extremely informative Telecourse with Kathleen Gage, the StreetSmart Marketer.
I learned a ton from Alexandria Brown’s Ezine course.

Let me be honest with you - these folks are incredible! And they have so much to teach! Read more

Complimentary Gift From My Friend Jack

January 23, 2009 by Marney  
Filed under Great Opportunities!, Resources


Do you believe in change...?
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Change and “Be a part of the Change” was the primary

message in the recent presidential campaigns here in

the US.

And change is needed! The reason change is the theme

these days is that we all want or need things to be

different, better in our lives.

With the New Year and the recent inauguration

speech many people are asking questions….. Read more

Mikogo, an Online Business Tool for the Entrepreneur

January 11, 2009 by Marney  
Filed under Resources, Virtual Business


I recently found a great online tool that is a perfect resource for any Virtual Assistant , Internet Marketer or entrepreneur.  It’s a completely free, easy to use, online meeting solution called Mikogo!
http://mikogo.com/Welcome.aspx

In my business, I have interaction with people all over the world – both clients and employees.  I’m always looking for solutions to help make my life and work easier (who isn’t?), and this one is so great that I just had to share it!

Here is a story about one user’s experience with Mikogo I thought was fun!
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Have You Heard About This INCREDIBLE Internet Marketing Opportunity?

January 8, 2009 by Marney  
Filed under Business GROWTH, Great Opportunities!


Massive Change in Internet Marketing
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Folks - this is HUGE - one of the biggest things you can be a part of this year that will help you build your Internet Marketing or home based business

If you haven’t done it yet, you HAVE to go check out the Web Prosperity launch at

http://va4growth.webprosperity.com.

David D’Arcangelo has teamed together with European company Implix.com to put together one of the most comprehensive Internet Marketing opportunities that has ever been in existence.

This site is already ranked #8 in the entire US - it is big name, hugely successful, and you can be a part of it today!
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Happy New Years From VA4Growth!

January 7, 2009 by Marney  
Filed under Resources, Uncategorized


Happy New Year

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As the New Year begins, it brings about both a time of reflection and an eager looking forward to whatever is next.

I had the opportunity to enjoy a quiet, peaceful holiday with my husband and little boy this year, which is not what I would call a frequent occurrence!  It was wonderful!

We have a tradition of making Belgium waffles with strawberries and cream for Christmas breakfast, with a side order of bacon for my husband, James, and coffee for myself :)

We stayed in our pj’s and watched our son enjoy his new train table and train set!  Gotta love Melissa & Doug!

It made me realize how important it is in your own business to devote time and energy to renewing yourself as well working to bring greater success to your business!

So, in the spirit of the Holiday Season and the beginning of the New Year, I have some special gifts and opportunities for you that I know are going to give you some amazing benefits as you move forward!
To stimulate your soul… Read more