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? Chances are, even if you haven't personally used a projector you've seen one at work at some point. After all, you've been to the movies, haven't you? While a film projector is different from an LCD projector, the basic concept is rather similar. Let's explore exactly how these projection machines work.
Essentially, there are two basic types of projectors: LCD and DLP. Let's take a look at LCD technology first.
LCD stands for Liquid Crystal Display, and is probably the most common type of...
Psychology of Sales: Using Images to Close the Sale
You've heard the clichιs: a picture is worth a thousand words, don't just tell 'em - show 'em, have to see it to believe it, etc. These are more than just trite axioms you've heard hundreds of times - they are truths, and if you're in the sales industry, it would behoove you to pay attention to visuals during your sales presentations.
Approximately two thirds of all people are visual learners, which means they must see something (images, people, film, etc.) with their eyes in order to fully...
The Origin of the Projector
Ever wonder how the projector was created? This core piece of audiovisual technology has evolved dramatically through the years - let's now take a look at its interesting historical beginnings.
The following is a timeline of the evolution of today's projector.
First came the camera obscura, dating as far back as the late first century, and essentially consisting of a box with a tiny hole on one side and an angled mirror on the other. As light was shone from an external scene through the...
Adding Stylish, Elegant Audovisuals to Your Wedding Celebrations
In the U.S., summer months are by far the most popular season for wedding celebrations. If you're planning a wedding in the upcoming weeks and months, it's not too late to add a dramatic and tasteful slide show or photo montage to your nuptial celebration. Here are some excellent tips for audiovisual support during wedding season.
Step 1: Get Started Now
Once you decide to create a photo or video slideshow, go ahead and reseve your rental projector immediately. After all, the only reason to...
Unique Ways to Celebrate Mother's Day
Searching for a truly unique and special way to celebrate your mom on mother's day this year? Here are some tips for the most special ways to honor this most special person in your life.
Go Big
She's been there for you through thick and thin, taken care of you for as long as you can remember, so why not celebrate her in a big way? Think about what your mom loves most, and now add a dash of HUGE to the mix. Your clever surprise might involve anything from an oversized mylar balloon bouquet...
How to Stimulate Sales in a Slow Economy - Part 2 of 3
Successful entrepreneurs and business professionals cultivate a mindset of success. Put simply, these winners expect success, and act accordingly.
Look, have you ever noticed that the guy who always seems happy and cheerful seems to have more things to be happy and cheerful about? Or that the chronic complainer never runs out of bad luck and tough times, and has plenty more to complain about? The simple truth is that whatever you give your energy, attention and focus to will grow. So if you...
How to Stimulate Sales in a Slow Economy - Part 3 of 3
One of the quickest and easiest ways to increase sales is to create a buzz with the development of a sales contest. Motivate your sales staff, lay out the ground rules, and offer a major prize to the top winner.
If you can't afford to offer a trip, electronics item or other costly incentive, don't fret, just get creative. Here are some ideas: - VIP parking - First right of refusal for the next three major client leads - Extra paid vacation days - Free lunches for...
How to Stimulate Sales in a Slow Economy - Part 1 of 3
Haven't you ever wondered why some businesses thrive while others suffer? This becomes especially apparent during leaner times and slower economy cycles. What if you could take a peek into the inner workings of these successful businesses, the ones that appear to be impervious to downward economic turns? Let's see what we can learn from the winners.
You might be tempted to assume that the kinds of businesses who do well in any economy are those that sell products and services none of us can...
Gearing up for Graduation - Planning a Posh Party
It's that time of year again - when graduation gowns are donned, caps are jubilantly cast upwards into the sky and graduation parties abound. But what if you're looking to plan a more posh party for your sophisticated graduate? Here are our best tips for planning an upscale graduation party.
For starters, every elegant gathering begins with beautiful invitations. To plan a truly posh graduation party, you can expect to spend a fair amount of money on custom invitations (no evites!) The size...
Psychology of Sales: The Mindset of Success
It's true - the most successful people all have something in common: they have trained their minds to focus on success.
Think about it, have you ever met a truly successful person who spent all their time focusing on problems, complaints, or what wasn't working? Odds are, the most successful people you've met are focused on much more positive things: their goals or desired outcome, the action steps necessary to get there, problem solving, creating win-win scenarios, and much more.
We're...
How to Set Effective New Year's Resolutions - Part 1 of 2
Happy New Year! It's that time of year again - the time when we firmly resolve to improve certain aspects of our life. If you're considering setting New Year's Resolutions, then you won't want to be without this guide, packed with tips and tricks for the best 2011 imaginable!
Step 1: Be Clear
The very first step in setting effective New Year's Resolutions is to be clear about what it is that you want. If you're resolving to take better care of yourself this year, get specific and think about...
Setting SMART Goals: Part 3 of 3
Many times, couples may set goals as a couple, but it is also essential to have individual goals that are relevant to the individuals in the relationship. It's important to set couple goals not only to share exciting experiences, but to keep the couple on the same page. For example, if one person wants to move to Alaska but the other wants to live in Hawaii, this could certainly be detrimental to their relationship! But the couple could set a goal to vacation together in Australia, as long as...
Setting SMART Goals: Part 1 of 3
Whether you're in a sales position or own your own business, it pays to set powerful goals to support you in creating success. The "SMART" goal-setting guide is used by many successful professionals, and this simple yet effective tool can assist you as well.
SMART is an acronym for Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Timely.
The "S" in SMART stands for Specific. In order for your goals to be effective, they must be specific. Consider that setting a goal to "get a car" is not as...
Setting SMART Goals: Part 2 of 3
Next, we next tackle the "A" in SMART, which represents: Attainable.
For goals to be truly effective, they must be within reach. This is often the trickiest of the SMART steps, perhaps a bit more art than science. It is not sufficient to simply set goals that are easily attainable. In fact, psychologically, it can actually be detrimental to set goals that appear too easy. In these cases, self-sabotage creeps in, and little ground is gained. Goals should be challenging, but not impossible to...
Creating New Family Holiday Traditions
According to wikipedia.org, the word tradition refers to "beliefs or customs taught by one generation to the next, often orally." Within a family, traditions may be carried on in grand style, from generation to generation, or may begin as humbly as one child asking his parent, "can we do that thing we did last year?" and suddenly, a tradition is born. Especially around the holidays, traditions seem particularly important and memorable, and when we create a family of our own, we may find that...
Adding the "Wow" Factor to Your Holidays
Rent a projector for any reason (or no reason at all!) during the holidays and watch their faces light up. Here are some ideas for using your rental projector to make any day a special occasion (and to make holiday gatherings even more special).
Creating Ambiance
From candlelight dinners and intimate gatherings to full-blown annual parties, rental projectors are ideal for creating ambiance at soirees of any size. You can have a favorite holiday movie playing in the background on the largest...
Psychology of Sales: Creating a Sense of Urgency
In sales, creating a sense of urgency gives the prospect a reason to buy now, instead of waiting. These simple tips can help you close more sales.
Push the "Pain" Button
The absolute best sales professionals don't just sell, they solve problems. Which means the first step is finding out what the customer needs. While relaying this to you, you can listen for their pain button - high employee turnover, the need for speed, expensive customer returns, etc. - your job is to show them how your...
Projectors: Your Technical Questions Answered: Automatic Features
Nearly all rental projectors are equipped with certain automatic features, which may include auto focus, auto setup, auto input signal search, automatic keystone correction, and more. But should you always use the automatic features, or does it ever make sense to correct and adjust your image manually?
Automatic Focus
In nearly any situation where you're using a projector, you will tend to use the automatic focus feature. In older devices, you may need to focus the first image manually, then...
It's Easy to Create Successful Partnerships
Partnerships are everywhere in life: we partner with a phone company to provide our telecommunication services; we may choose to partner with a person to share our love and commitment; we even partner with a waiter to feed our hunger at a restaurant. Partnerships abound, but why are some smooth and comfortable while others are so difficult?
Personality Matches
A natural compatibility or personality match makes some partnerships smooth and easy. It's just like when you meet someone for the...
How to Keep Sales Staff Motivated During Holiday Season
It's that time of year again - time for celebrating, staying up late, exchanging gifts and pleasantries, and pretty much focusing on anything and everything except work. Sounds like fun unless you're a business owner with a sales staff to motivate. Fortunately, we've compiled some tips and tricks for keeping your sales staff motivated and focused all through the holiday season.
Make Things Interesting
Haven't you ever noticed that things really start to get interesting when there's a...
How to Plan the Ultimate Christmas Party - Part 2 of 2
In this article, we'll take you through some basics that will help keep your pre-party planning stress to a minimum.
Tip #6 - Select the Entertainment
Entertainment is a key element of any gathering, and it can be as simple as music on the CD player, to something as elaborate as scheduled activities. When selecting the entertainment options for your party, consider how many people will likely attend, and how well do they know each other. Also consider the size and layout of the space.
Here...
How to Plan the Ultimate Christmas Party - Part 1 of 2
If you're planning a holiday party this Christmas, you'll love these tips and tricks for making it the best Christmas party ever.
Tip #1 - Start Planning Early
It's never too early to start planning a holiday party, especially when so many other distractions and competing tasks can suck up your time at this very busy time of year. One of the best (and easiest) ways you can avoid stress and plan a fabulous gathering is to begin your planning early. So if you haven't already started, how about...
Close More Sales: Psychology of Sales - Tip #4: Goal Setting
This Psychology of Sales topic is a biggie: goal setting. If you've been in the sales industry any reasonable amount of time, you've likely been exposed to goal setting, and may already use this valuable practice. However, you might be surprised to learn that many people are using goal setting strategies improperly (or ineffectively), thereby producing results that fall short of their true potential. In this article, we'll look at strategic tips for powerful goal setting.
Be Specific
All too...
Best Ways to Use a Rental Projector During Thanksgiving Break
Depending on where you live and how old your children currently are, you may have as much as a week without school during Thanksgiving break. Many families are avoiding vacations this time of year - not only for the expense, but also for the inconvenience of crowded airports, dense traffic and premium holiday travel fares.
If you're planning to stay at home (or perhaps create a family "staycation") this Thanksgiving break, don't let the kids sit around getting bored and working on your last...
Why Choose a Master Stylist?
? When choosing a hair stylist, it can really pay to select a Master Stylist. This designation comes with additional experience, expertise, education, and training. Before you head to the salon, read on to learn what it means to choose a Master Stylist.
Precision and accuracy are the primary concepts taught by hair masters such as Vidal Sassoon and Kris Sorby. In order to achieve that level of accuracy, certain systems and techniques must be in place, for example, accurate sectioning,...
Projectors: What Is LCD and Why Does It Matter?
? The term "LCD" is one that most of us seem to take for granted. But what does LCD mean and why is it important? This article provides a simple explanation of LCD technology.
LCD stands for "liquid crystal display." Essentially, this term is used to refer to a device that contains two transparent polarized panels, with a liquid crystal solution located in-between them. Electricity causes light to shine through the panels from behind, and an image appears.
More specifically, polarized panels...
How to Get to Know Your Audience (Even if You Think There's No Time)
How to Get to Know Your Audience (Even if You Think There's No Time) Every speaker knows that the best public speakers are the ones who truly know their audience. But what can you do if there doesn't seem to be any time or method for learning about your audience ahead of time? Never fear - here are some simple tips for getting to know your audience when there doesn't seem to be any time.
Know Your Audience
This is perhaps the cardinal rule of speaking: know your audience. But at today's...
How to Plan the Perfect Halloween Party - Part 1 of 3
Planning a Halloween party for family, friends or neighbors (or all of the above)? You'll love our perfect party planning guide for the most spooktacular event around!
Step 1: Choose the date (and choose wisely!)
Seems like an obvious first step, right? But you would be amazed at how many Halloween parties have flopped because they weren't careful in choosing the party date. Here are some simple tips to keep you on track and ensure the best possible turnout:
1. If you're planning an...
Planning the Perfect Halloween Party: Part 3 of 3
Let's take a look at a planning timeline for your Halloween party, as well as some cool Halloween party ideas.
If your party is geared solely for adults, then activities may not be your primary focus. In many cases, when alcohol is provided as a "social lubricant," nothing more is needed. But if your friends are truly the fun-loving type, then it makes sense to have a few fun activities scattered throughout the evening. You can use these ideas as a launching pad for your own:
Costume Contest...
Always Select Natural and Organic Hair Salons
Many chemicals are utilized in the manufacture and development of personal care products, which poses an increasing concern for women in particular. Choosing a natural and organic hair salon is a wise and safe choice, to avoid unnecessary exposure to a variety of toxins.
In its final report on the safety of sodium lauryl sulfate, the Journal of the American College of Toxicology notes that this ingredient has a "degenerative effect on the cell membranes because of its protein denaturing...
Planning the Perfect Halloween Party: Part 2 of 3
Parties may come and go but one of the key elements that is likely to make or break a party (besides who actually attends) is the food.
Food is such a critical part of our culture, and rarely do we gather socially without bringing food into the mix. Certainly, Halloween is no exception, but don't feel like you have to overdose on sweets to host an excellent Halloween party. Here are some spooky (and sometimes gross) food ideas for your All Hallow's Eve bash.
Keep It Simple
The simplest way...
Close More Sales: Psychology of Sales - Tip #3: Combating
If you're a sales professional, you might have noticed that there are some days when you wake up just raring to go, and then there are other days when the telephone seems to weigh 1,000 pounds. Yet making sales calls (whether to book sales appointments and meetings, or to close sales by phone) is an essential part of the job for most sales professionals. Learn some simple tips for combating "call reluctance."
Step #1: Set clear and specific goals.
Too often, the difference between stellar...
PowerPoint Tips: How Much Is too Much to Put on 1 Slide?
? Whether you're a PowerPoint newbie or a seasoned pro, you've probably asked yourself this question at one point or another: how much is too much for one slide? Here's the definitive answer.
It depends.
Oh, sorry, did you think there would be a clear, cut-and-dried answer, like "400 characters" or "800 pixels"? Unfortunately, there's not one definitive answer. The best amount of information to include on each slide depends on a number of things.
Consider the following factors:
1 - How big...
What's the Best Fall Look?
? What's the latest on the runways for fall 2010? Can we simulate these looks in Colorado? Absolutely we can! Combine these trends with timeless classics that are versatile and worldly.
During Fall Fashion Week 2010, we saw:
+ Loose, Sexy Waves
Curls are back -- not so much the 80s tight structured chemically produced curl -- but more the irregular, free-form texture created by rollers, or variable curling irons. Body waves have become more commonplace. Lightly pinning front pieces away from...
Close More Sales: Psychology of Sales - Tip #1
For decades, the psychology of sales have been studied and scrutinized to decipher what makes people buy. By incorporating these simple tips into your sales meetings, telephone calls, and presentations, you can see for yourself and test some simple methods that have been proven to increase the number of closed sales.
In other words, if you continue reading this article and begin using these techniques, please use them for good and not for evil!
Tip #1 Keep It Positive
No, we're not talking...
What's the Difference between Japanese Hair Straightening and the Brazilian Blowout?
? Have you found yourself dreaming of pin-straight hair? If so, you may be evaluating which hair straightening method is best for you. Here is an explanation of the main differences between Japanese thermal reconditioning (Yuko) and keratin treatments (the Brazilian Blowout).
1. Permanence.
Japanese Thermal reconditioning (e.g., Yuko) is permanent. In other words, the hair stays straight until it grows out. Most people, depending on the length of their hair, will repeat the procedure between...
Things You Should Know Before Taking Prescription Drugs for Acne
If you have been suffering from severe acne problems on any part of your body including your face, you may be prescribed a synthetic Vitamin A derivative called Accutane. This drug promises to relieve your acne, leaving you with smooth clear skin you have been longing for, for years. However, you need to be aware of the many Accutane side effects that has caused more than the usual number of lawsuits to take effect.
Accutane side effects include suicidal tendencies, alopecia, depression, weak...
How to Keep Your Audience on Its Toes
If you do a lot of public speaking, you know that you've got to keep your audience engaged in order to win them over and hold their attention. One of the ways you can do that is by shaking things up a little bit and keeping your audience on their toes. Here are some easy, fast tips for doing just that.
1. Be unpredictable
For example, instead of opening with, "How's everybody doing today?" open with a funny line that doesn't start off sounding like a joke. For example, one of the funniest...
5 Speaker Tips for Creating Instant Rapport
No matter what topic you're speaking about, one of the easiest ways to win over your audience is to create rapport. Think this is tough in an unknown crowd? It's easier than you think with these simple tips for "instant rapport."
1. Eye Contact: Be Specific
It's not enough to just "look up" as often as you can. Whenever possible, maintain eye contact for a full second or two with an individual person at a time - not the room in general. Hold that eye contact for a second longer when you're...
How to Choose a Hair Salon
Anyone who's ever had a haircut knows that all hair salons are not created equal...but how can you choose the perfect salon for you?
One of the hardest things to do, especially when relocating to a new area, is finding a new hair salon. Certainly, it's not as high a priority as finding a dentist, a school, or a pediatrician, but it's pretty close. Whether you've just moved, or are simply ready for a change, here are some effective ways for finding the hair salon that's right for you.
1. See...
Are Expensive Haircuts Worth It?
? What's the Difference Between a $17 haircut and a $47 haircut?
Other than the obvious difference (price), there are several variances. The old saying is accurate here, "you do get what you pay for."
An expensive hair cut should take about an hour of your time, certainly no less than forty-five minutes. The reason for this is accuracy. In order to achieve precise accuracy, certain systems and techniques need to be in place; for example, accurate sectioning, positioning, stylist stance and...
An Industrial Forklift Computer for Your Warehouse
Investing in technology for your warehouse or logistics operations is certainly a good idea. Even the most efficient human system can't beat a computerized system. The various functions of your warehouse happen in a split second, and to be able to properly track and gather data you need the help of software and mobile computing devices. There are many high quality brands, but you really have to know where to go and how to choose the best device.
Warehouse Solution: Rugged Industrial Computer,...
Great Reasons to Use Forklift Computers in Your Industry
Cold storage facilities perform larger and larger roles in the supply chain of goods and materials. They require cutting edge technology to be more efficient due to the increase both in facility size and facility requirements. Today's regular off-the-shelf devices are not well suited for this harsh environment. To provide the needs of cold storage facilities with technology to become more efficient, we present a new forklift computer that is a deep freeze computer suited for even the coldest...
Time to Update Your Marketing Materials?
? Unless this is your busiest time of year, this is an ideal time to take an objective look at your marketing materials and ad campaigns and determine whether or not it's time for an update.
Ideally, marketing materials are designed to help you close more sales, attract more clients, and save time by explaining your products or services. Unfortunately, many companies neglect their marketing materials and send their sales force out with outdated, incorrect, or ineffective materials. Here are...
Planning an End of Summer Party
The summer is rapidly coming to a close and school will soon be back in session, so what better way to beat the end-of-summer blues than with a family movie night or movie party? Gather friends and family, pick out your favorite flicks, rent a projector, then sit back and enjoy your favorite films and some tasty popcorn. Here are some tips to get you started.
1. Less is more, or the more the merrier?
It's up to you whether you want to keep the gathering small and intimate or invite the whole...
Back to School: Get-Organized Tips Part 3 of 3
Haven't you always noticed that life tends to move much easier and more efficiently when things are organized? If your family is preparing for back to school time, you'll appreciate these great tips to get you organized and ready to roll.
Make a specific plan for success.
As students progress from year to year, their workload gets more and more intense. What worked last year (in terms of homework and studying) may not be a perfect fit this year. Perhaps this year, your child requires a...
Back to School: Get-Organized Tips Part 1 of 3
It's that time of year again - the time when parents across the country give a sigh of relief and school age children give a groan while parents and children alike scramble to prepare for another school year. Here are some tips to help you get organized and get ready for "back to school."
1. Score your school supplies early
Sure, it's tempting to wait until the last minute to collect school supplies, but within a couple of weeks of the resumption of school, the school supply aisle in most...
Back to School: Get-Organized Tips Part 2 of 3
Getting ready to head back to school? These next few simple tips will help you and your children start the school year on the right foot.
Plan a wardrobe.
Unless your child attends a school with a mandatory uniform, shopping for back to school clothes can be an annual battle between you and your student. Fortunately, a few minutes of thoughtful planning can go a long way in saving you time and money, as well as ensuring that your child gets the clothes he or she wants, to display their own...
How Many Slides Belong in a PowerPoint Presentation?
? Whether you're a newbie at PowerPoint or a presentation professional, here's one question that seems to surface a lot. How many slides should you include in your presentation?
Many PowerPoint experts will use "1 slide per 2-3 minutes" as a general rule, but truthfully, it isn't quite that cut and dried.
How many slides you need depends a lot on what kind of material you're presenting, and to what sort of audience.
For example, if your presentation is of a particular sales product, then...
How to Coordinate a Family Reunion - Part 2 of 2
Planning a family reunion? Here are a few additional things to consider during your planning of this monumental event.
The Budget
Consider the majority of your family here (not just your own financial situation). Can folks afford to pay for admission to the reunion, and if so, how much? Again, this is a step where it would be important to poll family members rather than making assumptions. Once you have a general idea how much folks are willing and able to pay for their participation, you...
How to Coordinate a Family Reunion - Part 1 of 2
If you've decided to take the reigns and plan a family reunion this year, here are some simple steps to help you get started and to ensure that your gathering is a raging success.
The Guest List
Essentially, this part of the planning process is all about how big you envision the reunion to be. Will you include just 3 generations of a single family (grandparents, parents, children), or will you extend the reach to both sides of the family (grandparents and their siblings, parents and their...
How to Use a Free Workshop to Grow Your Business Part 3 of 4
In this article, we will explore ways to maximize attendance at your event, in order to ensure the highest possible return on this investment of your time and effort.
Ways to Maximize Attendance
1. Provide an incentive to attend
You've seen this method a hundred times or more - because it works! A little extra gift (or chance at winning a fabulous prize) can nudge someone who is on the fence about whether or not to attend your event. Incentives don't have to cost a bundle; in many cases,...
What Is Keystone Correction and How Do I Use It?
? What is "keystoning," how do you avoid it and what can you do when it can't be avoided? Read on to find out.
Keystoning is what occurs when a projector is not positioned perfectly squared and centered as compared to the display screen. The keystone effect (also called the tombstone effect) distorts the projected image from a rectangular shape with 90 degree angles at the corners, to a trapezoidal shape (much like the shape of an architectural keystone; hence the name).
Sometimes it is not...
How to Keep Your Eyes on the Prize
There's always a way.
I can't help but laugh out loud when someone says "that's impossible" because I know it's not. And when people say "that's impossible" it just makes me want to do it that much more.
What would you love to do or have right now, that in this moment seems impossible (or nearly impossible)?
Now just suspend disbelief for a moment -- just one moment -- and imagine what it would be like if it wasn't impossible. If there were really a way that it could come true, come to you,...
How to Use a Free Workshop to Grow Your Business Part 4 of 4
This article is all about maximizing your return on investment (an investment of your time and effort) in planning and executing a successful free workshop or presentation.
One of the caveats of hosting a free event is that you can't count on everyone who registers to actually show up for the date of your event. The statistics seem to vary depending on industry and type of event, but generally speaking, anywhere from 30% to 50% of all free presentation registrants typically attend the event...
No Goals, No Go
One of my favorite conversation-starter questions to ask people is "What are your goals?" The answer can tell a great deal about a person.
Nearly every time, there's something in common among those who feel stuck in their current situation, unhappy with one or more aspect of their life, and feeling as though they are going nowhere: they have no goals.
In some cases, it's simply a case of not understanding the power and presence that goals provide (and in these cases, simple instruction is...
How to Disconnect from the Clock
Recently while on an extended vacation, I realized none of the clocks in our condo were working, except for one.
There's something to be said for "island time," that expression that refers to the slower pace of life experienced in the tropics and while living on an island. No one is in a hurry (except maybe the tourists), and time itself becomes unimportant.
Time is such a peculiar concept. It doesn't really exist (except as a man-made concept) and yet we put so much stock into it.
We're...
How to Use a Free Workshop to Grow Your Business Part 1 of 4
If you're looking for free of low-cost ways to grow your business, there are countless reasons to choose free workshops as a business builder. Read on to learn a few simple strategies designed to maximize your time and efforts in order to make your workshop as fruitful as possible.
Besides the fact that free workshops typically cost you nothing but your time, there are many other advantages to using this tactic as a business building tool. For starters, it offers extremely targeted marketing...
How to Use a Free Workshop to Grow Your Business Part 2 of 4
Congratulations on finding a venue through which you can host your free workshop. Next, it's time to decide what kind of content you will present. Here are a few things to consider when choosing your presentation content.
Know Your Audience
The cardinal rule of public speaking, this guideline keeps you on point, on par with your audience, and on your toes. Consider the presentation from your potential attendees perspective. What would be important to them? What is the greatest thing they...
How to Select a Rental Projector
If you're considering renting a projector for the first time, you might feel a bit overwhelmed in determining which projector to rent. Read on to see just how easy it is to select the right projector rental for your presentation.
First, consider the environment.
No, projectors aren't harmful to the environment - we mean consider the presentation environment (the room or facility in which you'll be presenting). How much ambient light will be present? If you're presenting at a trade show, you...
The Trick about Goals...
Whenever I ask people about their goals, I can learn a tremendous amount about them while listening to their answer.
For example, I can always tell what level of conviction a person has by the way they answer the question, "Tell me about your goals." Sometimes the person's words are totally incongruent with their energy (for example, they are saying they are excited when clearly they are anything but!) Other times, their energy actually dips in intensity when they talk about certain goals,...
Your Ego Is Not to Blame
Many of today's most prominent personal development teachers are encouraging people to set their egos aside, to ignore directives from the ego, and to pummel their ego into submission.
But perhaps it's time we stopped all this ego-bashing. What if we ceased looking at our ego as a force to be reckoned with or as a contrarian who's constantly tripping us up? Then we can begin to see a different perspective.
You might consider that your ego is serving you perfectly, in every moment.
Your ego...
A Solid Reason NOT to Start Your Own Business
The number of failed businesses is truly staggering, and I would argue that it has little to do with the economy and everything to do with the intentions of the aspiring entrepreneur.
If you're considering starting your own business, this case study should shed some light on the matter, as well as assisting you to see whether or not you're truly cut out for entrepreneurship.
Recently, a local business in my town closed up shop. They had only been open for about six months, which is an...
Is This Subtle Mindset State Keeping You Stuck?
? Since the release of the movie "The Secret," more and more people are setting goals and visualizing the achievement of their goals. Unfortunately, not everyone is seeing rapid results, and in many cases, this is due to a subtle mindset state.
The question to ask yourself is simple: am I visualizing my goal as having already occurred right now, or as having nearly occurred at some point in the future?
Often times, folks use affirmations like "money is on its way to me now" or "I'm getting...
How to Make Money and Make a Difference - Part 2 of 2
Looking for a way to earn money from home while making a difference in the world? If your search turned up futile for a home-based business with a mission for global change, you could always find an easy-to-run business that frees up more of your personal time, allowing you to contribute to causes you support. Alternatively, you can start your own business with a mission to make a difference. Here are some ideas to consider.
The Big Picture: What kind of difference do you want to make?
You...
Hot Ways to Boost Business in the Summer - Part 1 of 2
Do your sales cool off during the hot summer months? If so, you're not alone. Most businesses find they experience a "slow season" each year but here are our hottest tips for boosting sales during your slower months (whether they happen to occur in the summer or not!)
Heat things up with a fire sale
The term "fire sale" usually refers to an emergency clearance sale at deeply discounted prices. Originally, a fire sale referred to the sale of merchandise that had been damaged by fire or that...
How to Make Your Business Stand Out at a Networking Event
For many business professionals, networking events are essential business building tools. Here are some pointers to help your business truly stand out at your next networking event.
1. Use audiovisual support
Something as simple as a rental projector can really help you make a splash and create an impact at your next business building event. A splash of video or even slide show images can draw more people to your booth, giving you access to more potential customers and clients. Be sure to...
How to Win Clients & Influence Prospects
Let's face it - everyone is in sales. From the neighborhood babysitter who wants to pack her weekend sitting schedule to the CPA who wants more clients, even non-sales positions require plenty of sales savvy in this economy. Here are some tips for simple ways to win clients and influence prospects, no matter what kind of selling you're doing.
Professionalism
While it's true that today, our culture seems to lean more towards the casual aspect of life, business, and social interactions, that...
Using Projectors at Live Demonstrations
If you earn your living by conducting product demonstrations and live presentations, you deserve to know how a rental projector can enhance your presentation and create more sales.
It may sound like a clichι but it's true - a picture really is worth 1,000 words. And video is worth exponentially more - that's why it just makes sense to use an LCD rental projector if you're hosting a live presentation or product demo. When your group size exceeds about a half-dozen observers, you don't want...
Are You a Marketer or a "Marketeer"?
? We've all seen offensive marketing tactics at one point or another -- and I'm not talking about swear words or dirty pictures, I'm talking about people SHOUTING why you NEED what they have to sell. But there are far better, more effective ways to create marketing materials that get results.
I've taken to calling these obnoxious folks "marketeers" because that word seems to match their garish, amateur energy and style.
Their tactics may be working on some people, but it doesn't work on me...
Why You're Struggling to Make Money with Your Passion
Countless spiritual gurus and law of attraction teachers are talking about "passion and purpose" these days. But why then, do we see so few people actually getting paid for work that combines their passion and purpose? In many cases, the culprit lies in the hidden limiting beliefs that a person holds in their subconscious mind.
1. Limiting Beliefs about Work
Unfortunately, many people are harboring hidden limiting beliefs that are not allowing them to live congruently with their passion and...
How to Get Free Publicity and Increase Your Local Leads
Are you wondering how you can find more local leads for your business? There are many free ways to do this, and you can easily tap into your local market with these easy tips.
1 - Free local advertising.
Most businesses are so focused on their paid advertising, they may forget to utilize local free and almost-free advertising. Craigslist.org is easy to use and can bring in a lot of local leads, depending on what kind of business you have. Additionally, your town may have a presence on sites...
Hot Ways to Boost Business in the Summer - Part 2 of 2
Many businesses experience a slowdown in sales during the summer (or at some other time of year). Here are some hot tips for keeping your revenues high during typically slow months.
Mix it up with a red-hot contest (or two)
1. Sales Contests
Your sales force can be your greatest asset. However, if your sales folks know that a slow season is coming up (or is underway), they are far less motivated to perform at their usual peak. This is when a contest can really come in handy. You can offer...
How to Make Money and Make a Difference - Part 1 of 2
Technology has truly changed our ability to earn income from home. Today, more and more home-based businesses are cropping up, giving people the ability to enjoy time freedom and more personal freedom.
But what if your goal is really to make a difference? Then what options are available?
Essentially, you have three choices. You can either find a business whose mission involves making a difference. Alternatively, you can find a business that's easy to operate and frees up more of your...
Unique Ways to Celebrate July 4th
Looking for fun and innovative ways to spend Independence Day this year? Whether you're on the road or planning a stay-cation at home, here are some tips that are sure to liven up this festive weekend celebration.
Liven up Your BBQ
Instead of just a tired old 4th of July BBQ, why not spice things up with an outdoor movie festival? Grab your favorite summer flicks and set up a rental projector to display films on a hung sheet or even on the side of the house. Neighbors from near and far are...
How to Build a Powerful Presentation from Scratch - Part 1 of 2
In this two-part series, we'll explore the finer points of crafting a powerful presentation. During part one, we cover the basics - but don't be fooled by the simplicity of these tips! All the best presentations have these characteristics in common.
1. Less is more.
Let's face it - we live in the age of Twitter communication, where anything longer than a sentence starts to lose our interest. We're constantly being bombarded with information at every turn, so it pays to keep things brief....
Creative Ways to Make Dad's Day
Looking for fun and creative ways to celebrate dad this Father's Day? Here are some suggestions he's sure to love.
1. Make it a movie day.
What kind of movies does your dad enjoy? Rent a projector and make your own movie fest filled with dad's favorites. Whether he prefers Dirty Harry or the Godfather series, the whole family is sure to love watching these classics projected larger than life onto the living room wall. Add some of dad's favorite snacks, and you've got the ultimate...
Ideas for Memorial Day Fun
For many people, Memorial Day marks the official beginning of summertime fun. While this holiday was created in remembrance of soldiers who fought and lost their lives for freedom, most Americans celebrate Memorial Day weekend with outdoor picnics and bar-b-ques, celebrating patriotism with friends, family, and neighbors.
Let's face it -- you work hard, and so of course you value your time away from work - especially those 3-day weekends. That's why we've got a few ideas you're just gonna...
How to Build a Powerful Presentation from Scratch - Part 2 of 2
In this segment, we'll show you how to polish your speech for maximum professionalism and efficacy.
1. The Takeaway
The "takeaway" refers to the key point or points you want your audience members to remember (and possibly take action on) long after your talk is complete and you take a bow. Speakers who master the art of the takeaway are the ones who tend to have the most lasting impact on their audiences - sometimes for years to come.
2. To thine own self be true
Perhaps Shakespeare said...
Unusual Ways to Celebrate Mother's Day
Did you know that more greeting cards are sent and more flowers are delivered for Mother's Day than for Valentine's Day? If you think about it, it makes sense since not everyone has a lover, but nearly everyone has a mother.
Moms are there to heal our wounds, to teach us about life, and to show us love. If you're looking for a special way to appreciate Mom this year, here are three unusual ways you can celebrate and show your love with a little help from a rental projector.
1. Take Mom on a...
Leveraging Your Time and Talents with Repurposing
Why perform a task twice when once will suffice? In this day and age everyone is so busy, it really pays to leverage your time and talents to ensure maximum efficiency.
Are you familiar with the term "repurposing" ? Put simply, it means taking one thing and using it in multiple ways, for multiple purposes. Repurposing is a savvy way to leverage your time and talents, making every effort count to the max.
For example, you can take something you have already put effort into - perhaps a report,...
Tips for a Well-Attended Pharma Presentation
You've persisted and persisted to finally get some quality face time with the physician and his staff, and you've scheduled a time and date to present your information. Now how can you ensure the best possible turnout at your event? Try these handy tips on for size.
1. Be different
Odds are, dozens of drug reps are stalking the hallways, competing for physician face time. Booking the same-old same-old is not the way to ensure a good turnout at your presentation. While it may be helpful to...
How to Get More Business from Home Shows Part 2 of 2
Welcome to the second segment of our two-part series for landscapers: How to get more business from home shows. In this part, we will address the number one mistake most business owners make after the trade show ends.
Just to recap the two tips we covered last time:
1. Go visual and make it count (a rental projector will definitely help showcase images of your work).
2. Incentivize with a juicy offer (give potential customers a compelling reason to buy from you sooner rather than later)....
Projectors in Plain English: All about Aspect Ratio
What is an aspect ratio and how can you tell which one you need to use for your next presentation? This article sheds some light on the matter.
In a nutshell, aspect ratio is a simple matter of dimensions (as expressed in width to height). In terms of television, film, and projectors, aspect ratio refers to the size and shape of the viewable image.
Remember watching older movies on TV where the opening and closing credits were all stretched out? That's because the film was produced in 16:9...
How to Get More Business from Home Shows Part 1 of 2
Home shows provide a fun and interactive way for residential contractors and service providers to acquire new business, accumulate leads, and gain exposure. Here are some tips for making the most of your home show booth rental.
If you're in the landscaping business, you already know the importance of showcasing your work to the right kind of audience. But do you know how to make each home show count? Unfortunately, many business owners arrive at a home show with nothing more than a couple...
Gearing up for a Professional Awards Banquet?
? It's nearly that time of year again...the time when businesses, clubs and professional organizations celebrate another successful year. Whether you're planning an event to distribute well-earned awards, to celebrate past leadership and welcome new leadership, or to celebrate another successful year or season, here are some tips for making your annual banquet the best ever.
1. Start planning early.
Haven't we all been to an annual banquet that was so haphazard, it looked as though it had...
-Home Business Success: Marketing Like a Pro
Throughout history, people have turned their attention toward entrepreneurism in an effort to earn a living and provide a better lifestyle for themselves and their families. For many people this had been a rather treacherous route, even in places such as the United States where self-reliance and the virtues of capitalism and industry had been embraced. Many people who truly wanted to participate in The Land of Opportunity found that they lacked a good amount of specialized knowledge, and...
What's all the Fuss About the Economy?
? Over the last few months, and especially throughout the US Presidential campaign, I kept hearing about the "soft economy". Some people even went so far as to use the dreaded "R" word; recession. The fact that I heard this time and time again is remarkable, considering that for the last few years I've been on a media fast. (TV News, CNN "Constant Negative News", Internet News, or the Newspaper.)
With all of this talk about the soft economy, I thought it might do well to illustrate a few...
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