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Here are a few specifics on how to be part of the solution, without the costs, rather than part of the problem: Put a personal face and address on your site; don’t hide behind an “info” email address. Market your solution and user benefits, not the mysterious technology behind it. Don’t take shortcuts on these.
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But people are still begging for more technology or laws, often to protect them from themselves. As examples, I present my list of ten of the most common ways entrepreneurs can be victimized by ignorance or greed, based on questions and stories I get from entrepreneurs and associates. Chain emails leading to a windfall.
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Here are a few specifics on how to be part of the solution, rather than part of the problem: Put a personal face and address on your site; don’t hide behind an “info” email address. Market your solution and user benefits, not the mysterious technology behind it. Don’t take shortcuts on these. That’s just good business. Marty Zwilling.
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Learn to use time-saving strategies, including delegation to team members, freelancers, or technology. Determine where email and social media add value. If email is your preference, communicate that to your team and contacts, perhaps minimizing office interruptions. Get a neutral eye review before submitting critical work.
But people are still begging for more technology or laws, often to protect them from themselves. As examples, I present my list of ten of the most common ways entrepreneurs can be victimized by ignorance or greed, based on questions and stories I get from entrepreneurs and associates. Chain emails leading to a windfall.
Learn to use time-saving strategies, including delegation to team members, freelancers, or technology. Determine where email and social media add value. If email is your preference, communicate that to your team and contacts, perhaps minimizing office interruptions. Get a neutral eye review before submitting critical work.
Here are a few specifics on how to be part of the solution, without the costs, rather than part of the problem: Put a personal face and address on your site; don’t hide behind an “info” email address. Market your solution and user benefits, not the mysterious technology behind it. Don’t take shortcuts on these.
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