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Twitter Direct Messages or Direct Spam!

March 7th, 2010 Dave Cook 11 comments

Does anyone look at their Twitter Direct Messages (DM’s) anymore?  They are pretty much nothing but SPAM!

Once in a great while I’ll take a look at my DM’s to see what’s in there.  After going in and taking a look, I always think, why in the world did I just waste my time looking at those Direct Messages (DM’s) again.  There’s never anything in there but Spam or Auto Responder messages.  I shouldn’t say that 100% of DM’s are all that way, but I would say that over 90% of the one’s I receive are some form of SPAM.

Unfortunately the nice newbie’s to Twitter don’t understand this yet and they send a sincere message that most of us will never see.  Sorry about this New Users to Twitter!  Nothing personal, it’s just the way it is.

Here are a few examples of my Direct Messages:

“Thanks for following me! The Trump Network will be a huge success story in America and those who recognize it early will thrive http://TheTrumpNameNetwork.com” (People, I love Donald Trump but the product doesn’t stand on its own without the business!)

“Thanks for the follow! For great social media tips, visit my blog http://BlogNotEvenWorkingLOL.com” (Website still under construction. Please don’t send others to a site that is not even there. That’s a NO NO!) Read more…

Random Post:
A Business of Others Helping Others!

July 2nd, 2009 Dave Cook 7 comments

There are a lot of websites and people in this world promising all sorts of ways to get rich quick. Unfortunately, most or a lot of these are scams designed to trap desperate people. PERIOD

We’re not going to lie to you. We’re here to make money as well, but if we can maybe help you do the same along the way, isn’t that great for both us? We have always believed in a WIN-WIN situation and that is what we want to achieve for everyone that becomes part of our team.

Look, the economy is bad. Your 401K is now a 201K, gas prices increased and now they are finally coming down, but a lot of people are still losing their jobs and homes. Do you really feel that this couldn’t happen Read more…

You Can’t Build a HUGE Network Marketing Organization Online!

March 5th, 2010 Dave Cook 11 comments

Can you build a HUGE network marketing organization only using online methods and strategies like Twitter, Facebook, Youtube and etc…? NO!

Why is that you ask? Well it wouldn’t be much of an article if that was the only answer. So let’s go a little further and I’ll explain why I said “NO!”

I see and hear it all over the place. “Old School Marketing Methods Don’t Work Anymore!” Waa, Waa, Waa.  Actually, I bought into these beliefs myself awhile back. It is true that nobody really wants to make a list of their Friends and Family but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t work. The truth is, it works and people are still making a ton of money using these methods. As a percentage of people in these businesses, more are still making larger sums of money using Old School methods vs. marketing online. Let me explain.

If you asked me last year if old school network marketing methods still worked in the industry my answer would definitely have been, NO! However, with all the information we have bombarding us today people have become more informed of scams and illegal programs. In short, everyone is a hundred times more skeptical now than anytime before. That being the case, we need to get in front of people building relationships in order to build something huge. Plus, you need to make the method so simple that ANYONE can do it.

Online marketing is a great way to build leads but, Read more…

Do You Know Where You Are Going?

February 16th, 2010 Dawn Cook 12 comments

It sounds like a strange question, but do you know where you are going? Have you made any decisions for yourself in the areas of personal development, finances/wealth, health, relationships, spirituality and lifestyle?

What kind of person do you want to be? How much money do you want to make? What priority will you give to taking care of your health? What kind of relationship do you want with your mate and your family? Etc…

If the answers to these questions are No, then are you going anywhere? Read more…

Jeff Olson’s The Slight Edge

February 8th, 2010 Dawn Cook 22 comments

Dave and I were amazed by the fundamental points that Jeff Olson made in his book The Slight Edge. If you haven’t read it yet or listened to the audio book, we highly recommend it. The audio CDs are great since there is a 20+ minute exclusive with Jeff Olson at the beginning. 

Jeff so strongly believes in and has used this slight edge philosophy to create success in all areas of his life. Like us, Jeff has allowed Jim Rohn to be one of his mentors and The Slight Edge is based closely on the philosophies of Jim. One of Jim’s philosophies Read more…

Family Relationships – Forgive and Forget the Little Things

February 3rd, 2010 Dawn Cook 14 comments

Do you realize that if you want to be truly happy, you must make all your relationships great, especially those with your family? I know I’m pretty happy now, but when I stop and think about it, I know things would be so much better if all my family relationships were great.

One of the important ways to establish and maintain a great relationship is the ability to forgive and forget the little things. We are all human so there can be many little things that occur. In reality though, true big issues or problems happen very rarely. The trick is to properly recognize that almost everything is little and respond accordingly. The true BIG thing is the time already invested in the relationship and the many years to come in the relationship that can be empowering and precious. That’s the BIG thing that must be protected and nurtured.

A misunderstanding is a perfect example of a little thing that can often occur in any relationship. If it’s a great relationship Read more…

Knowledge – The “NEW” Money

January 11th, 2010 Dave Cook 13 comments

“KNOWLEDGE: The NEW MONEY” – Rich Dad

It is no doubt that Robert Kiyosaki is one of the brightest people when it comes to understanding financial situations. Robert has created fortunes from nothing, is a Best Selling Author and is well respected for his knowledge by people like Donald Trump and many more… We have gained a lot of wisdom over the years from his teachings and we hope you have as well. If not, we would hope you find the following information enticing enough that you will continue your search for additional knowledge (“KNOWLEDGE: The NEW MONEY” – Rich Dad.)

Robert Kiyosaki Talks About The Latest Conspiracy By Wall Street and the NYSE

Now let’s talk about this Conspiracy Theory.

For More Great Information & Videos by Robert and Donald Read more…

Home Business Tax Deductions

January 6th, 2010 Dave Cook 5 comments

Did you know that the average American works approximately “5 Months” just to pay their taxes? Plus, did you know that when you start your own home-based business, you could save an incredible amount in taxes over the course of a year?

As promised in this video, the current Business Mileage Rate for 2010 is $.50/mile.

Let us take a look at how the Rich save on paying taxes vs. the Poor and Middle Class.

  • The Rich own companies/corporations and other businesses which are assets.
  • The Rich spend their money through these entities first to buy more assets and then they’re taxed by the government on whatever money is left over. Then buy liabilities.
  • The Poor and Middle Class mostly own liabilities and very little in assets.
  • The Poor and Middle Class are taxed by the government FIRST and then spend whatever money is left over.

Do you see the major difference here? Read more…

Jim Rohn Tribute – Why Not You?

December 11th, 2009 Dave Cook 5 comments
Jim Rohn - One of the Best

Jim Rohn - One of the Best

I remember back in my corporate life I used to listen to some great mentors.  Zig Ziglar, Brian Tracy and others just to name a few. But never in my life has anyone changed my thoughts and beliefs like Jim Rohn. Mr. Rohn has given us so much wisdom over the past few years that we could never begin to thank him enough. He has changed our lives.

His passing was a great loss to us all but his legacy will never die.

The most powerful message I remember receiving from Mr. Rohn was his talk on “Why Not You?” He has always been such an inspiration and was always the best at explaining things in such a simple manner. “Why Not You?” really hit home with me and I’ll cherish those words for the rest of my life! Thank You Jim.

He approached this topic by asking four questions: Why? Why not? Why not you? Why not now? As he mentioned over and over again, anyone can change their lives in any two given years. Why not you?

Why not you living in a beautiful beach house in Hawaii?
Why not you traveling to Paris for a weekend getaway with your friends and family?
Why not you becoming smarter because you have read the greatest books in the world?
Why not you having all the money you ever need to live a full life?
Why not you spending all the time you want with you children or grandchildren?
Why not you living a with family that loves you so dearly?

Ask yourself, Why Not You?

That is the key to life. Believe you can do it and, as they say, you can achieve it.  Most of Mr. Rohn’s teachings were so simple that, they were easy to do and easy not to do.  Just continue to learn and grow. That will be the best tribute we could ever offer back to Mr. Rohn’s legacy and teachings.

“It is the set of the sails, not the direction of the wind that determines which way we will go.” – Jim Rohn

What Network Company Should You Choose?

October 31st, 2009 Dave Cook 1 comment

empty purse womanNow days you’ll find almost every type of product or service has a Network Marketing company wrapped around it. Why? It’s one of the best ways for a company to maximize their profits right out of the gate. It’s an easier way to get the word out about a product or service without all those advertising costs associated with traditional marketing. Plus, the people telling you about the item are usually very excited to tell you about it because they are getting paid to spread the word.

Think about these and many more…

Want Better Skin Care, Candles or Kitchen Stuff? There are a lot of these networks.

Want Better Health from Vitamins, Supplements or a Juice? There are Even More of these networks.

Want to get more Leads in your Business? There’s a FLOOD of Network/Affiliate programs for these as well.

Everywhere you turn there’s a new network marketing company with the Best Product, Service, and Training and, of course, they have the Best Compensation. But do they? Read more…

Social Networking – The Most Common Rookie Mistakes

August 27th, 2009 Dave Cook 5 comments

In today’s computer world there are a lot of opportunities to promote your product or services and Social Networking could be one of the best ways to do it. Unfortunately, most people in this realm of marketing are so hungry to succeed that they may be making huge mistakes. If you are on some of these well known sites like, Twitter, Facebook, MySpace and others… you may have noticed other people or maybe even yourself making these common rookie mistakes.

Common Rookie Mistakes

Opportunity or Failure. It's Your Choice!

Social networking is first and foremost a place to build relationship. If people don’t build any relationships, they are highly unlikely to be successful in promoting any business. These people could have the best thing since sliced bread but if people don’t like what they are doing, it’s not going help them open any doors. Just remember, people are more likely to join a person vs. any business opportunity they have to offer.

It seems as though everyone out there claims to be an “EXPERT” on Attraction Marketing techniques but there are only small percentages that really “walk the talk.” Most of these so called experts are so desperate to be successful; they are the ones making most of these rookie mistakes.

Here are a few examples to make my point.

1. Twitter: Thanks for the follow! Want to get Read more…