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10X News: Amazing Annual Conference!
10X Newcastle - Friday, August 20, 2010
In July 10X celebrated another incredible milestone, with our second annual conference held at The Marriott on the Gold Coast! Over 90, 10X Business Coaches, Sales and Marketing Co-ordinators and 10X team members gathered for 5 days of powerful key note speeches, top level training and unforgettable Keep Reading
The How-To’s Of Increasing Your Cashflow
10X Newcastle - Friday, August 20, 2010
Proper forecasting is essential for the long-term success of your business – particularly when it comes to cashflow.
Cashflow is generally cited by the small business owners I work with, as their NUMBER ONE concern. Many are regularly caught unaware by cashflow shortages, a situation whic Keep Reading
The Secrets Of Profiting From Drop Shipping
10X Newcastle - Friday, August 20, 2010
Use drop shipping to generate repeat business.
To increase your retention rate and boost your average sale value, you can sell other products to your database. However, because many retailers don’t want to buy and hold more stock than is absolutely necessary, they utilise a sales pro Keep Reading
Social Media Superstardom For The Time-Poor
10X Newcastle - Friday, August 20, 2010
Many businesses love the idea of social networking tools like Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn and know that engaging in a personal dialogue with customers and prospects can be highly rewarding – BUT – they simply don’t have time to invest in updating statuses, tweeting and broadc Keep Reading
Cashflow in a Crisis – Top 4 Survival Tips
10X Newcastle - Thursday, August 05, 2010
Sadly, even profitable businesses can go broke if they do not effectively manage their cashflow during the recession – and it’s happening across the country right now. Not surprisingly then, cashflow is one of the biggest challenges currently facing business owners, with some 92% reporti Keep Reading
55 TWITTER TIPS
10X Newcastle - Tuesday, July 27, 2010
1. Announcement of sales, specials and discounts
2. Welcome a new staff member
3. Promote a new product line
4. Recruit members for a focus research group
5. Run competitions and giveaways
6. Recruit new staff by listing job vacancies
7. Post industry articles that support your produ Keep Reading
Teaching Teamwork
10X Newcastle - Tuesday, July 27, 2010
We all know how important teamwork is for a thriving organisation. Without some degree of cooperation between your staff, literally nothing would ever get done. You might think that right now your team is working pretty effectively together and that they understand the concept of ‘teamwork Keep Reading
Why Good Data's Worth Its Weight In Gold
10X Newcastle - Tuesday, July 27, 2010
How to sell more and increase client retention by improving your database.
Why is it important to keep good data?
Establishing and maintaining a customer database makes it much easier for you to convert more leads into customers, maximise your customer retention and have customers do bus Keep Reading
Sales Don't Stop At The Register
10X Newcastle - Tuesday, July 27, 2010
How To Sell More To Your Existing Clientele
Most business owners incorrectly believe that their marketing job is finished once they’ve completed the initial sale. This is a misconception that could end up costing you tens, if not hundreds of thousands of dollars in lost repeat purchase Keep Reading
What Are You REALLY Saying?
10X Newcastle - Tuesday, July 27, 2010
How to build a brand that speaks volumes:
The foundation of all successful brands and their subsequent marketing campaigns is a strong, consistent message. But have you ever stopped to think about what your business is REALLY saying every time you make contact with customers or prospects?
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