http://archive.aweber.com/va-industryVirtual Assistance Industry News and TipsFri, 30 Dec 2011 16:38:20 -0500http://archive.aweber.com/va-industry/KQy1c/h/_400_in_Holiday_Gifts_and.htm It's always fun to see companies get into the Holiday spirit... especially when they give great and usable stuff away! The WishList team is doing just that for all their WishList Member customers. Anyone who buys WishList Member before Dec. 31st, 2011 will get a whole bunch of extra gifts (valued at $400+) at no extra charge. This gift package includes: 1) 1000+ Custom Drawn Icons 2) Custom Membership Site Graphics 3) Our Top 3 Kick-Butt Plugins 4) 3-Module Membership Site Basics Course It's an awesome package and people are loving it. And who doesn't love getting what we call in the Deep South, lagniappe. (A lagniappe is a small gift given to a customer by a merchant at the time of a purchase (such as a 13th doughnut when buying a dozen). This is some serious lagniappe! ...BUT... This gift package is only available for those who purchase BEFORE December 31st, 2011 @ 11pm PST.I run multiple membership sites for my clients and for myself and ALL of them are build using Wishlist Member. We wish you a safe, happy, healthy and PROSPEROUS New Year! Your Partner In Success, Denise Griffitts Fri, 30 Dec 2011 16:38:20 -0500http://archive.aweber.com/va-industry/DlU1s/h/My_Customers_Only_Genuinely.htm This morning I came across a great resource site I think you should check out. Watch the video and don't forget to view the sitemap! Dan Nickerson is the VP of Ideas for Joel Comm, and if you have been working on the Internet for at least a decade, you know that you can't throw a rock without coming across Joel Comm. Joel Comm has been online over 20 years, creating popular web sites and teaching people how to make money online. Joel has written multiple books on contextual advertising and regularly makes appearances at Internet marketing events. In fact, his Google Adsense Secrets was one of the very first books that I purchased for my entrepreneurial library. I have it still! Dan has done what, to be perfectly honest about it, I wish I had had the good sense to do. He has taken the best of all off the tools, resources and generators that he has purchased and utilized for his own Internet Marketing business and gathered them in one spot online To be honest, I wish I had thought of this first as a way to share all of the products that I have purchased over time! And even though I already have many of the tools that he is sharing, this is a seriously easy way to keep them all in one spot and find new ones as he updates the site. At a one time fee of $47 the price is a genuine bargain for what you get and the ease of use. I realized immediately when I logged in this morning that there were tools there that I had, and had completely forgotten about. Now I don't have to go on a hunt on my hard drive. I just log into My Customers Only. BTW, this not a system, course or blueprint, but a tool and resource site to help with all aspects of Internet Marketing. What's neat is that he's got all kinds of cool generators and tools to help you create your own graphics and templates fast. If you hate trying to create graphics on the fly with Photoshop you will love this! It is called My Customers Only http://tinyurl.com/7h7ltye You'll get... ... affiliate banner generators ... button generators ... headline generators ... squeeze template generators ... facebook templates and fan page graphic generators. More than that he's got list building courses, videos, articles, valuable links lists and a whole lot more. It's all set up as a membership site, so you won't be downloading loads of files, but actually using the material in seconds. Again, you don't have to go on a hunt to see what you have and what you don't have! For a low one time fee of $47 you'll get access to a massive library of stuff that can help you with your online business. And this is hugely important... Dan updates the content on a regular basis. Once again, this is just a great resource site I think you should check out. Watch the video and don't forget to view the sitemap. http://tinyurl.com/7h7ltye To Your Success! Denise Griffitts Tue, 08 Nov 2011 10:39:58 -0500http://archive.aweber.com/va-industry/jJr_/h/A_gift_for_all_customers_.htmI love seeing companies give to their customers! And if you are as huge a fan of the Wishlist Member plugin for WordPress you will appreciate this as much as I did. The WishList Products team recently did this. Check it out: http://wishlistproducts.com/bonus/xmas-new/wlp.php?af=1008094 They gave ALL their customers 2 gifts for the holidays. I guess any new customers can receive the gifts right up until January 3rd, 2011. If you or your clients use WordPress, want to create a membership or build an online community, these gifts are a nice touch. Just be aware that the gifts expire soon (Monday, January 3rd @ 11:59pm PST). Here's the link: http://wishlistproducts.com/bonus/xmas-new/wlp.php?af=1008094 Enjoy and Merry Christmas! Denise P.S I've been told that this deadline is firm. So you'll need to order before 11:59pm PST on January 3rd, 2011 to get the extra gifts for free. http://wishlistproducts.com/bonus/xmas-new/wlp.php?af=1008094Thu, 23 Dec 2010 14:07:27 -0500http://archive.aweber.com/va-industry/21mHh/h/2_For_1_Ends_Tonight_.htmThis deal goes away at midnight: http://member.wishlistproducts.com/2for1/wlp.php?af=1008094 If you use WordPress, want to create a membership or build an online community, you will want to check this out: http://member.wishlistproducts.com/2for1/wlp.php?af=1008094 It's the #1 membership plugin called WishList Member and right now they have a Buy 1, Get 1 Free special. Just be aware that the promo ends tonight (Sunday, December 19th @ 11:59pm PST). Here's the link: http://member.wishlistproducts.com/2for1/wlp.php?af=1008094 Enjoy! Denise P.S I've been told that this deadline is firm. So you'll need to order before 11:59pm PST on December 19th to get the extra license for free. http://member.wishlistproducts.com/2for1/wlp.php?af=1008094 Sun, 19 Dec 2010 16:27:06 -0500http://archive.aweber.com/va-industry/12pot/h/Clear_the_Path_Plot_Your.htm Do you feel like you've reached another year-end, and you're scratching your head wondering why the year started out with so much promise, but now...some how you ended up in the exact same place--no where near the personal and financial goals that you had set for yourself. So what happened? You worked your butt off. Would you be interested to know? I'm excited to announce that I will be interviewing my good friend Kim Castle, also known as the Million-dollar Brand mentor to hundreds of entrepreneurs, to find out. She's also the co-creator of BrandU, often dubbed "the E-Myth for the new generation of business" Just 7 years ago, Kim was just like many entrepreneurs out there. She and her partner W. Vito Montone stepped away from big ticket payday in the corporate world working alongside biggies like IBM, General Motors, Disney, to try to make a name for themselves supporting people like them--entrepreneurs. She was trying to figure out how to fully support her clients, find a way to be fully and creatively expressed, bring in a steady revenue flow, AND quickly learn how to structure and grow her own business ALL at the same time. Despite all that, they cracked the code and with $0 investment, doubled their business every six months into millions, and created a 3-stage business-development curriculum for creative entrepreneurs to surpass that success--MUCH faster. And they did. Some of her brand clients doubled their business in 90 days. Some quadrupled in just two weeks. Some even found themselves on the Inc 500 list. of the fastest growing companies in a few short years. How did they do it? Well it all BEGINS in the same place. A place she wouldn't have guessed in a million years. Join me for a very special interview on Wednesday, December 8 at 11 AM CST where I get Kim to open up and share the strategies that she uses with her private brand clients to get them to get out of their way and achieve big results. On this ground-breaking and somewhat controversial interview Kim and I will discuss: The REAL reason why you don't have the money and the business you want TODAY--and why it's VITAL you do something about this now before we enter this pivotal new year (it's time to get honest and do something REAL about it). The one POWERFUL, concrete shift in your awareness that will FINALLY explain why your business has felt like hard work...and how to allow financial success to effortlessly flow more freely to you. Why affirmations don't work and the Law of Attraction is causing you more harm than good (when you experience this you'll understand why they could never REALLY work). How to identify which one of Five FEAR ARCHETYPES operate you and why it is likely sabotaging your ability to make amazing income doing what you were put on this planet to do. Her PROVEN 5-step process for shifting procrastination, confusion, and indecision into confident, fast decisions so that you step 100% into your core energy and able run full force in the direction of your dreams and actually accomplish them. The ONE simple PRACTICAL decision tool you've been missing -- without this you'll constantly be at the mercy of making one costly decision after another draining you of energy, money, and time (you'll be amazed how simple this is, you'll wonder why you didn't discover it sooner!) And more! If you've ever been on one of my interviews, you know I get my guests to dig in and share the real goods. And knowing how Kim always over delivers you're going to get a ton of tools and strategies to put into immediate application in your life and business. Just imagine what you can do in 2011 if: You replace beating yourself up with a specific action that brings you thousands of revenue in a single week, Instead of yearning to write your book for the past five years, you get it written, designed, published, and distributed in just five weeks, You clear the emotional gunk in your way and specifically plot a course to make the next twelve months your absolute best?!! Kim is also announcing a brand new *FREE* live Tele-seminar, "Clear the Path and Plot Your Course to 2011". Accomplish more, (Income and Impact) in the next twelve months than you have in the past three years combined. Be sure to register for this free 75-minute training. I did! Register here. Your Partner In Success Radio Show When: Wednesday, December 8, 2010 Time: 9 am PST, 10 am MST, 11 am CST, 12 pm EST Where: Your home office telephone or computer. Website: Your Partner In Success Radio Show Call-in Number: 347-843-4988 We look forward to "seeing" you!Tue, 07 Dec 2010 12:06:18 -0500http://archive.aweber.com/va-industry/13J7d/h/Interview_with_Larry_Winget.htmToday I have the great pleasure of interviewing Larry Winget again. I hope you will join us! Your Partner In Success Radio Show Known as The Pitbull of Personal Development® and The World's Only Irritational Speaker®, Larry Winget isn't interested in stroking egos, telling trite parables, or making anyone feel good about their lack of success. It's no secret that the economy is bad and people are scared and angry. Larry will share with us how you can fix your own economy and change your financial circumstances. What he IS interested in is telling the truth about success and how to achieve it. A truth that almost everyone knew once upon a time, but that almost no one seems to know today: Your success isn't dependent upon your background, your company, your spouse, the economy, the latest bestseller on the self-help charts, or who's sitting in the Oval Office. Your success is your own damn fault! Larry joins me to talk about the economy, business, entrepreneurship and just about anything else we feel like chatting about. We will also talk about his new comic book which is based on Larry's first bestselling book, Shut Up, Stop Whining and Get a Life. I invite you to join us in the chat room to ask questions of New York Times Bestselling Author, Television Personality and Award Winning Professional Speaker Larry Winget. If you don't have any questions, be sure to stop by to say "Hi!" Please join us in the chat room or on the phone during the interview if you would like to ask questions of Larry Winget. Your Partner In Success Radio Show When: Friday, December 3, 2010 Time: 9 am PST, 10 am MST, 11 am CST, 12 pm EST Where: Your home office telephone or computer. Website: Your Partner In Success Radio Show http://blogtalkradio.com/denise-griffitts Call-in Number: 347-843-4988 We look forward to "seeing" you! Denise GriffittsFri, 03 Dec 2010 10:08:08 -0500http://archive.aweber.com/va-industry/1CE87/h/Black_Friday_Savings_End_at.htm I don't know about your, but I hate shopping, unless it is online and convenient. And this simply amazing deal from Hostgator is both online and very convenient! If you have your own website, Host Gator has put together the most insane Green Friday hosting package I have EVER seen! http://bit.ly/aDx88D But you have GOT to be fast. Check the offer and the associated times. If you get in on this, you will save ridiculous amounts of cash on hosting packages. And even if you DON'T have a website right now, I still recommending getting one of these package for when you DO have a site. You may not ever see prices like this again! These offers are ONLY for today, Friday, November 26th. All times are Central Time Zone. 12 am - 5 am CST - 50% off EVERYTHING! 5 am - 9 am CST - 80% off EVERYTHING! (First come, first served) 9 am - 11:59 pm CST - 50% off EVERYTHING! This applies to ALL Accounts and ALL Term Lengths. If you get this deal, you can actual get THREE FULL YEARS of hosting starting at $35.64! In all my years online I have NEVER seen a deal this amazing on hosting! http://bit.ly/aDx88D Santa's not the only one who's been making a list and checking it twice! You remember my friends, Kimberly and Ben from GFYDMember.com? Well, they've been working hard this year AND listening to what you want. And now, just in time for the holidays, they're ready to unveil their gift to you this holiday season... the NEW BETA VERSION of the WordPress Dream Theme 3.0 on Friday, November 26th at 2pm Eastern! Get all the Details and Sign Up for the Webinar here... http://bit.ly/fPSxUf Here are are just a few of its MANY enhancements: Every page can now have its own custom header image - not just the sales pages Split sidebar option (sidebar on left AND sidebar on right) Threaded comments Customizable header height, background and colors Hide dates on posts Built-in Facebook Share and Twitter Retweet buttons What They'll Cover... Their LIVE Online WordPress Training for version 3.0 will start in February 2011 when version 3.0 is officially out of BETA. But the good news is you can get started learning the new version NOW - during the Black Friday Holiday Webinar - when they'll introduce the NEW DREAM THEME version 3.0 and show you how to: Upload a custom header image; changing the height of the header image Embed a YouTube video in the sidebar Add Social Media options Customize the site colors and background Add category navigation to the menu bar Change font sizes / styles Add facebook share and retweet button Plus a whole lot more!! On the webinar Kimberly and Ben will show you how you can get both version 2.0 AND 3.0 plus the video training so you can decide which one you want... or better yet... have complete access to use both!! As we grow, so will you! So why fight the holiday rush and the crowds? Instead of looking for a parking space, just grab your favorite beverage, sit back, relax, and watch from the comfort of your home or office... at your computer screen. You can't afford to miss this webinar! Get all the Details and Sign Up for the Webinar here... http://bit.ly/fPSxUf Sign Up Now on the link above while it's fresh in your mind and get the link to REGISTER for the webinar after you confirm your email! I hope you have had/are having a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend with your family and I wish you the best, now and always. Denise GriffittsFri, 26 Nov 2010 17:15:30 -0500http://archive.aweber.com/va-industry/27yBJ/h/Early_Black_Friday_Deals_at.htm Next Friday, millions of crazed buyers will line up at 4:00 am, tackle opponents, and hurdle small children to get a great deal on a Blu-Ray player or Lego set. Well, we couldn't resist giving you a chance to practice your bargain hunting skills before the big day. So sharpen your elbows for Infusionsoft's... TODAY, Friday, November 19th, you can save up to 40% on a new Infusionsoft subscription AND save hundreds of dollars on our personalized success bundles. Plus, the first 19 buyers will get an amazing doorbuster gift. And while our deals are definitely worthy of crowding the doors and elbowing your way to victory, that won't be necessary - you can get these deals from the comfort of your computer chair. ~CLICK HERE~ Infusionsoft's Pre-Black Friday specials do more than just save you lots of money - they equip you with everything you need to take your marketing to the next level in 2011. When you get Infusionsoft combined with our service bundle, you can have your systems in place before Christmas to: Capture leads online (with customizable webforms linked to a central CRM) Convert leads into customers (with automated multi-media marketing campaigns) Sell more products and services online (with an automated shopping cart, upsell sequences, and referral programs) Retain happy customers for the whole year (with new customer appreciation campaigns and ongoing communications) And so much more! There's never been a better time to take advantage of the power of Infusionsoft. It's time to get the results you deserve. But remember, these deals are only available on Friday, November 19th. ~CLICK HERE~ So dress warmly, grab a thermos of hot chocolate, and wait in line at your computer screen. You can't afford to miss these deals! Fri, 19 Nov 2010 10:06:45 -0500http://archive.aweber.com/va-industry/1QShV/h/Your_Partner_In_Success_Radio.htmTodat at 11 AM Central I interview Marsh Engle. Internationally known for her innovative and inspiring approach to career, entrepreneurship and life, Marsh Engle is a leading supporter of higher creativity. Following a career as an award-winning entrepreneur for over 25 years, Marsh has dedicated her lifework to inspiring people - especially women - to create entrepreneurial success, spiritual connection, and creative innovation. In 2002 Marsh was honored with a United States Congressional Proclamation for her leadership in establishing the Amazing Woman's Day initiative designed to ignite transformation and celebrate innovation among women. Since that time, the Amazing Woman's Day movement has grown into a global initiative impacting the lives of women in Kingston, Jamaica; Toronto, Canada and cities throughout the United States. As a transformational journalist and author of the acclaimed Amazing Woman Amazing World book series, Marsh has interviewed hundreds of women including California First Lady Maria Shriver. Following 911 she traveled into the firehouses of New York City to study the life stories of the fewer than 26 women who serve among the 12,000 firefighters of FDNY. Her acclaimed book Amazing Woman Amazing Firefighters shares insights learned during her year-long investigation. A distinctive authority in the field of transformation, creativity and entrepreneurship, Marsh has shared the stage with names that include inspirational leader Marianne Williamson; Bisou Bisou Fashion icon, Michelle Bohbot; and Television and Film Star Rolonda Watts. As a marketer her clients included Paramount Pictures, Viacom, Children's Television Workshop, Australian Broadcasting and more. Her productions have been seen by hundreds of thousands across the United States including those at THE WHITE HOUSE. The Marsh Engle Show broadcasts each Monday on Voice America Business Our topic: To engage real and lasting happiness and fulfillment in our relationships, careers, business and life, we MUST embrace our true feminine nature, empower our voices and say YES to our ultimate calling! This is not about working harder. Those days are over! This is about discovering ways to share our resources, deepen our connection and bring our greatest talents! What do women want? What is the number reason that women limit their success? How do women under-value their feminine power? What is the balance of esteem? What is the most under-utilized talent that every woman possesses? What is the first step to envision our future? How can we look to life to show us our purpose? How do we know if we are living our vision or one of someone else? What is the most important step that we MUS T take now? What must every woman commit to remember? Your Partner In Success Radio Show When: Friday, November 12, 2010 Time: 9 am PST, 10 am MST, 11 am CST, 12 pm EST Where: Your home office telephone or computer. Website: Your Partner In Success Radio Show Call-in Number: 347-843-4988 We look forward to "seeing" you! Denise Griffitts, Your Partner In SuccessFri, 12 Nov 2010 09:22:37 -0500http://archive.aweber.com/va-industry/1jY7F/h/How_to_apply_the_rules_of.htm Courting your Customers: The Secrets to Perfecting the Customer Lifecycle How to apply the rules of dating to your business Do you ever feel like you're on a perpetual first date with your prospects? You focus on wearing the right outfit, saying the right things, knowing when/if to ask for a second date, and avoiding getting broccoli stuck in your teeth. And if things don't go well, you have the heartache that comes with rejection...or in this case, the pain of lost revenue. Well, we may not have the answer to your dating struggles (not to say you're struggling). But our friends at Infusionsoft do have a proven way to convert leads into customers, turn customers into raving fans, and build quality relationships that last a lifetime. When you apply the principles of dating to your business, you begin to remember that your customers are people. Then you can analyze your marketing practices: * Do you have the same canned lines for all of your dates (a generic marketing message)? * Are you too pushy on the first date (asking for the sale too early)? * Do you forget to call back (poor follow-up)? * Are you taking your relationships for granted (not taking care of existing customers)? These are common mistakes made by many business owners (and certainly many, many people in the dating world). But you can do better! The Infusionsoft team has created a fun new video that shows one of the common mistakes businesses make when trying to connect with prospects. And when you're done watching it, you'll have a much better idea of what you can do to WOW your customers from the beginning. Watch the video now. Find out how to make a lasting impression with your customers. (And we'll be here to tell you if you have broccoli in your teeth...honest.) To your success! Denise GriffittsMon, 08 Nov 2010 18:16:15 -0500