You'll Receive ALL 20 Business Guides... (Each publication is a stand-alone EXE file. You will receive a total of 20 EXE files.) |
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01. GURUISM In a hyper marketplace, consumers want knowledge, and want it fast. They don't want to spend too much time or effort to get what they want. This hard appetite for knowledge creates many opportunities for experts, consultants, and all sorts of gurus who can stimulate consumers and offer information that can help them better their lives. This growing demand is fueling a boom in guruism. If you are a consultant, coach, author, authority, or an expert looking to market your services, this digitalBIZGuide is for you. |
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02. DESKTOP PUBLISHING Desktop publishing is not a new concept. But with the surge of many exciting Internet-based new media, it has a new platform and a new incarnation. Informational products can be published in PDF format, e-books, web files, videos, and downloadable software in order to be bought, sold, shared and otherwise consumed. Learn about the latest trends in desktop publishing, including customized Web browsers, dynamic e-books, and many "tried and true" methods to turn your ideas into sellable products.
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03. FITNESS & PROFITS The health & fitness scene is bursting with new ideas, all relevant to today's market. There are niche gyms and personal trainer opportunities, as well as options that are off the beaten path: from reflexology, ergonomic consultant, acupuncture, personal nutritionist, and body detoxification consultant. Herbal and organic products also figure well in the mix, with myriad opportunities. |
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04. AFFILIATE MARKETING Affiliate Marketing explores new trends and opportunities in this proven, cost-efficient method major Web sites use to build traffic and e-commerce revenue. Using exciting, new tools, like customized Web browsers, you can build a profitable affiliate business, aggressively marketing choice products and services - from consumer electronics, to Web hosting, travel and more. The Guide includes a fast-track resource of merchants, networks, services, and Web sites that can get you quickly started in your own Affiliate business. |
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05. MOBILE BIZ With 200 million mobile phone customers in the U.S., sending ads to mobile phones is set to become the next evolution in marketing. It is a low-hanging fruit that is ripe and ready for business owners and professionals who are looking for a new advertising experience to offer their customers. Check out all the latest offerings that the industry has to offer, including ringtones, short codes, infotainment products, mobile coupons and more.
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06. GREENBIZ Environmental concerns are being brought to the forefront of the public consciousness each day. Concerns regarding global warming abound, and consumers are alarmed by household products full of toxins, or poisons being sprayed on their foods. These concerns lead to new opportunities, like "green" household products, personal care items, buildings, clothing, and organic foods. Other green businesses available include helping others reduce their carbon footprint, finding alternative energy sources, and more.
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07. EVENT PRODUCER Event Producer takes event planning to the next level. It is not just limited to parties and weddings anymore! You can focus your business on a new range of special services and experiential marketing projects. From coordinating events for children, such as clown shows and treasure hunts, or specialized happenings for adults, including murder mystery parties, orienteering and vaudeville-style parties, to seminars, exhibits, and exotic corporate events.
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08. SECURITY & SAFETY Everywhere you l ook security is an issue and an opportunity -- in the office, with employees, computers, cars, telephone, and in most communities. Of course, the amount of weight that you give security issues varies according to its relevance to certain risk factors. Some of the newest ideas on the market may help you set your security business in focus - whether you target homes, offices, or both. From crisis management and background checks, to firewalls to secured wireless LAN, and much more.
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09. DIRECT MARKETING Direct Marketing explores ideas, trends, and opportunities that can make mar keting direct to consumers better targeted and more profitable. We search for what's hot and what's new in the business - from traditional direct-response tools to new technologies in advertising - with an increased focus on the Internet, a variety of new media, and CRM integration.
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10. THEME TRAVEL The travel business has a new look and feel, with many specialized areas including niche travel, ecotourism, sports-themed travel, historical-themes, and focused travel such as fishing and scuba diving excur sions and even community action tours. Add to that the advent of experiential travel, in which the activities, rather than the destination, dominate the vacation. There are also many marketing opportunities that focus on affluent marketplaces that are ripe for private jets, upscale rentals, and high-end shopping tours.
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11. ONLINE MINIBIZ Three quarters of a million people claim eBay as their primary or secondary source of income. Online MiniBiz takes you beyond eBay by showcasing many other marketing facilitie s you can use to earn money on the Internet. Explore a plethora of easy- to-use hosting services, tons of dropshipping options, and plenty of creative ideas - from Barbie Fashionista, to selling vintage clothing and marketing specialty accessories.
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12. PRIVATE LABEL Private label products or services are manufactured by one company to be offered under another company's brand. Goods and services available for private labeling include foods, bottled waters, spa products, cosme tics, web hosting, email services and even XM Satellite Radio. In the past, private labels were viewed as a low-priced, low-quality alternative to name brands. That has changed, as companies started using private labels to market higher quality items, becoming the next hot trend in private labeling.
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13. DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY With the popularity of digital cameras - one is sold every minute on eBay - digital photography is poised to become one of the phenomena of th e 21st century. It only goes to follow that people will be looking for ways to make money with their camera and their talents. In this digitalBIZGuide we explore many options, including the basics of starting your own photography business, to how to market your photographs as stock photos, converting analog photos into digital photos and original, creative product ideas.
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14. GOING GOURMET One of the greatest things about the food business is that there is ALWAYS so mething new! You figure we've tasted it all, but then along comes a new trend. From new ways of farming to new restaurant concepts, and creative strategies in meal preparation. We explore new ideas, opportunities, and trends - with a watchful appetite for upscale, premium, and healthy.
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15. NETWORK MARKETING Mangosteen, Noni, Mona Vie...the juices are hot in Network Marketing right now, but what are the trends down the road? We'll explore innovative affiliate programs, telecom opportunities, and all the possible green trends that are out there including household products, personal care items, pet products, the super nutritional category, dental items, and more. We'll look at new media and their effective use in network marketing.
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16. PAMPERED PETS When you think of Pampered Pets, do you realize how well pampered America's pets really are? In 2005, we spent over $35 billion on our Rovers, Fluffies and the re st of the menagerie. There must surely be money-making opportunities other than operating a kennel or becoming a breeder! Consider these ideas: a dog bakery business, pet rentals, doggie day care, electronic containment systems, a pooper scooper service and much more.
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17. REAL ESTATE Here's the buzz with Real Estate: Is flipping really dead? Fact is, foreclosures are on the rise and they present new opportunities for investors, specially in a depressed housing market . And pre-foreclosures offer even better options. Plus, there are many ideas, interesting trends and viable opportunities to consider, including the Bed and Breakfast Business, Restoration, Security, Home Automation, as well as Home Energy and Feng Shui Consultant.
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18. VIRTUAL STAFF A quick Internet search using the keywords "virtual staff" yielded somewhere around 87 million matches, a strong argument for creating a title based on this concept. It only ma kes sense that in a digitally wired world, there is no reason for most people to commute to work, spend thousands of dollars on wardrobes, and to wile away productivity by the water cooler. There's a new trend that grows stronger every year, and offers plenty of opportunities regarding how to build up your business with virtual staffing, or turn yourself into a freelancing professional as you work from home. |
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19. AGING AMERICA The number of Americans age 65 and over will more than double between now and 2030. In 2000, there were 34.8 million people over 65, (12% of the population) growing to 70.3 million in 2030 (20% of the population). The next generation of retirees will be the healthiest, longest lived, best educated, and most affluent in history. They are going to need products and services for their lifestyles. Explore new trends and business ideas, including transitioning, aging-in-place services, in-home healthcare, customized travel services and many lifelong learning opportunities.
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20. FUTURE WATCH What are the hottest trends visible on the horizon? Several opportunities become more apparent as the wired world becomes smaller: from a simple translating business to life coaching, and businesses related to outsourcing, home security, and computers. Look into podcasting, and other Internet- driven new media and user-generated websites, such as MySpace.com. The race to the future is on. Join now.
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