Using Craigslist to generate leads

What a beautiful day here today! The sun is out and maybe my daughter and I can actually get outside..

Today I want to talk a little about using Free Classified advertising to generate leads to your business. Craigslist is really a great site to get the word out about your business or opportunity. It can be a bit tricky though because if you have a business opportunity or service, you have to be careful what category you choose to post in because often times your ad will be flagged..I tend to post my ads in "employment" although Ameriplan is a business opportunity, simply because many people stay clear of the biz opp page for the simple reason that it's kind of scary, lol..anwyay..

Consider using craigslist and sites like backpage to get your word out about any product or service..there are tons of people on these sites and it's a great FREE way to generate business..

Well...not going to babble too much today because there's lots to accomplish..

Hope everyone has a beautiful and prosperous day! God Bless!

Up at 5am on a Saturday Morning? What's up with that!

I have no idea what is going on with me..For say the last 4 months, I get up VERY early in the morning something I would have never done in the past. Being a musician by nature you can imagine that 5am is alot closer to finally calling it a day than actually starting the day..

I've always been a night owl and sleeping as late as I could was never an option, it was mandatory or I was grouchy and unproductive..

Is it really true that as you get older you don't need as much sleep?? I think I should research this topic more because I am totally SHOCKED that sleeping 6-7 hours per night is enough for me to function especially when I've always needed at least 8-10, at least!

So what's changing in my world? Well..My excitement in my business is really the driving force behind this new Revelation..I am so excited about all the new things I am learning and I am enjoying the fact that my business is growing. I am experiencing success in so many aspects of my life right now so maybe that's why I can't sleep? Although it's really since my little one has been born. The past few years have brought on so many changes as you can imagine..Changes that I have welcomed eagerly and although it hasn't been always easy, it's been a great experience. I love watching my daughter grow too..Being home with her and working from home is so rewarding..I wouldn't want to miss this for the world!

It's now 7:20am on a Saturday morning and as I look out the window, I notice that the neighborhood is still sleeping...most if not all of these people get up very early during the week to get to their jobs so saturday is obviously their chance to sleep in...

I guess I just might rest a little...i do feel kind of tired this morning though...

WAH MOMSPACE - RESOURCES FOR MOMS AND PARENTS

THIS is why Ameriplan is SO GREAT!

Yesterday a gentleman called me whose daughter was in serious pain..Her mouth was swollen and in need of some sort of dental plan. He had researched his providers and had plenty to choose from not to mention the fee schedule in his area beats out most dental plans out there today..We signed her daughter up for an individual plan $14.95/mo plus a one time registration fee of $20 totalling $34.95. The best part of working for Ameriplan is as soon as we signed her up, she was ready to see a dentist. NO WAITING PERIOD at all..their provider booklet and benefits card will take 7-10 business days but they don't have to wait for it to arrive to use the benefits.

This is WHY I work for this company. I have the ability to help someone immediately and they do not have to wait to seek help!

To research providers in your area, go to: AMERIPLAN USA

and to enroll in one of our benefits packages, go to: http://www.HealthNDentalPlans.com
or call me at 401-808-2098 or 888-630-9355. I'd be glad to help you find the right plan to suit your needs!

Happy Monday Everyone!

I'll tell ya, when i used to work outside the home, I HATED Monday's..Now, I love Monday's..

Monday means so many good and exciting things to me now..There are many challenges that I have to face each day but it's all good..

First of all it's the beginning of my "work" week....New Goals and deadlines to meet that I, myself have created..not anyone BUT me...I also have to figure in my work out schedule..if I go over 3 days during the week than I am ecstatic...Working out is very important to me..it keeps me feeling good, releases stress and keeps my weight down..

On Mondays, my daughter and I plan our week too..I love being able to see her grow and I am so looking forward to the warm weather..So happy Spring is here although the temps here in RI do not reflect Spring yet...but hope is on the way..
Speaking of which, I am having a contest on my site: http://www.wahmomspace.com
Win a $25 gift card for the best response to "What I love about Spring!"

Happy Monday Everyone!

Today's the First Day of Spring! YEAH! Enter to win a $25 Walmart Gift Card!

I am so EXCITED about Spring starting today..So I've decided to give away a $25 gift card..For some reason this winter seemed to really drag...I think it's seemed alot longer than normal because my daughter wanted to go outside so bad..there's only so much you can do inside the house...I did venture out this winter a few times but I am not a big fan of the cold..it takes like 3 minutes and I'm ready to run back in and warm up..

Spring represents so many things but mainly it's a new beginning...the flowers bloom, there's a newness in the air and everything just seems brand new again..I especially love the crispness of the air..it even seems to smell better ..So if you have the winter blues, Spring is finally here everybody! The winter dreariness is finally behind us..

What are you most excited about for Spring this year? Any specific Spring activities you're looking forward to? Leave your answers at my site: http://www.wahmomspace.com I'll read through them and select my favorite response! My favorite will receive a $25 gift card to Walmart!

Happy Spring everyone!

Creating Balance in your home when you work at home

Another day in my crazy life of working from home and living in my home..

So much to do..sometimes it can be so hard to balance everything..business, housework, cooking, laundry, and of course my little Lexy..it's tough because although she has become more independent now that she's almost 3, I still have to have activities for her. If my phone rings, I don't want to neglect her but at the same time, my business is at home so I have to answer it. The Balance Challenges that I face each day is nothing compared to having to go outside the home and leave my princess so I take my daily challenges with a grain of salt..

When things feel overwhelming and crazy, I immediately think of everything I am GRATEFUL for and I become relaxed..I also take time out each day for a workout. That also relieves any anxiousness and stress I may be feeling..It also helps to make a schedule or another words and Outline in my case..I can't always stick to it exact because things come up that may alter it a bit but it does keep you focused on what your goals are for the day..

It's supposed to rain today and I'm looking forward to it..I find rain very calming..

Hope everyone has a great day!

How to Deal with Negative People

Every once in a while as I'm going through my work day, I will encounter a very negative person. Someone who has done some research on my company and they find some negative information..As I try to explain a different side, I find myself getting defensive and frustrated because no matter what I say, the prospect has an answer. It's obvious that they have made up their mind and the information they have discovered must be true because why would it be out there? Well, I can tell you that huge companies such as Walmart and Microsoft are not free and clear of complaints..No companies of that magnitude can escape unhappy customers, it's just not realistic so does that mean that you stop shopping there? Ameriplan has over 2 million members nationwide and over 500,000 providers in our network and growing. Plus we are affillated with Fortune 500 companies such as Sears, JCPenney,Lens Crafters, Walmart and more..those companies would not team up with us if we were a fly by night company. Not to mention we have a 16 year solid foundation behind us..

I truly believe that there are people out there that when faced with something good and something not so good, the "something not so good" dominates....there's no way you can convince a person with that thought process to change at least not in 20 minutes on the phone...Unfortunately, I found myself going around in circles, wasting my time and energy on a person who just wanted to argue. Later on, I thought it over and I regretted that I just didn't end the call sooner because of the simple fact that it was depressing actually. I think the lesson learned here is some people you should just "let go". You don't know where they're coming from, where they are and where they're going and it's fair to say that people get to that state of mind because they fall into a trap and can't see the light at the end of the tunnel and that brings me to my next thought.

We've all experienced bad times and hard times but it's how you handle these situations that can ultimately affect your course. You can learn from the hard times and see how you can change or you can simply be a "victim", feel sorry for yourself and throw in the towel. I don't know about you but I'd rather take the first option.

So, what do I do if I'm kind of down and need an uplift? Feed good things in. I stay away from the news as much as I can because it seems like lately it's really a downer with the economy being so bad and it's the same reports over and over. Listen to speakers like Bryan Dodge and read positive books. Working out is also a great stress relief. You can go for a walk or do some kind of physical activity. That always gets me feeling better.

If you find yourself falling into the "negative" trap, find a way to get out of that mindset FAST! Remember that how you respond to life's challenges will ultimately determine your success in life.

Helping others to help themselves..

So important to educate people to think "outside the box"

With the economy the way it is and people losing their jobs, it's so important for people to understand there are options out there. People have been so "programmed" to think a certain way..you go to school, maybe go onto college, get a great "job", work 40 hrs/wk for 40 years and finally retire...I was one of those people but guess what??it's just not happening but some people you know will never get it..they think if it doesn't follow that "example" then it's nonsense or not real..

Ameriplan IS very real and is a dire need today...so many people out there do not have any benefits at all and do not see a doctor or dentist because they just can't afford it..To research providers in your area, go to: http://www.HealthNDentalPlans.com and click on locate a provider to search for providers in your area and to learn more about this fantastic opportunity, go to: http://www.HomebasedBenefitsBiz.com
Have a great day everyone!!

The Importance of CONNECTING with your prospects!

Hi fellow work from homers or not..it's Saturday and it's my decision if I want to work today or not but I know it's in my best interest to get down to business. My workload is pretty heavy..anyway..

I'd like to talk a little bit about CONNECTIONS and the huge role it plays online..if you think about it, connections is pretty much everything when trying to promote your blog, meet friends on Twitter or facebook and in business in general.

In a homebusiness, it's so important to build a good rapore with your customer because there are so many online schemes hogging up the internet and jading potential customers to think all online businesses are scams so the "good guys" have to work alot harder to gain respect from people.

You don't want to spend your time trying to CONVINCE someone to join your business or become a customer but you simply want to educate them on what you have to offer. Most often if you've established a connection in the beginning and really listened to their needs, it will make the conversation so much smoother but remember, you always want the potential customers needs put first ahead of your needs. By establishing connections, it not only makes the conversation more fun but you may find that you not only have created a new customer but a new friend.

My daughter My "Why"

Since my daughter Lexy has been born, obviously my thoughts and ideas have changed about me and life in general. I've always been a hard worker with goals but now that she's been born, I want so much for her. My "why" for working from home is so I can be with her. I don't want to leave her. I don't want some stranger watching her and I want to watch her grow and develop. So even on the not so great days, I have to take a moment to appreciate the fact that I even have this opportunity. Life is too short to let these moments slip by..

If you're unhappy in your current job situation or would like to spend more time with your family, research your options. You don't want to be one of those people who regret that they never tried or took a chance. You don't have to follow the "norm" and be like everyone else. Step outside the box and dream again. Don't let anyone steal your dreams and don't let anyone tell you working from home doesn't work, because it does.

Have a wonderful prosperous day!
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What is a Homebusiness Hopper?

When I say the words "Homebusiness Hopper" what image comes to mind?

Well first of all, everyone knows what a homebusiness is but in definition, what exactly is a "hopper" or more specifically a "homebusiness hopper"

Well, Merriam-Webster's Dictionary defines a hopper as so:

1 a: one that hops b: a leaping insect; specifically: an immature hopping form of an insect.

Well obviously we're not talking about insects here but real human beings. Human beings who try a business and when the money doesn't start pouring in right away, they then hop on to the next one..If this is you, you need to re-evaluate your hopping skills, lol, just kidding...Actually you need to re-evaluate your "reality".

Homebusinesses take work..it's no different than any other business "outside the home" except it's now "in the home". People have fantasies that a home business brings fortunes without any hard work..It can bring fortunes but not without effort. There's the idea that because it's in the home, it must be easier..WRONG! It's not that it's easier, it's just, in my opinion more flexible and convenient..no worries about what to wear or enough gas in the tank or the time to work. Those things no longer matter anymore but what does matter is that YOU are now the BOSS which can be very empowering. Quite honestly it can be hard at times because it's so easy NOT to be disciplined because there's no one there to delegate job tasks or keep you in line..

So before you hop onto another online venture or business, remember that if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is but on the other hand, see things for what they are and make decisions based on your goals and what you believe in..If it's something you can't find yourself too passionate about, chances are neither will your customers!

To find out more about the Ameriplan Opportunity, call 616-712-1741 and then opt-in for an interview by clicking here

Get Rich Schemes! Why do people fall for it?

So frustrating..ugh!

On a daily basis I talk with people who fall into this trap! Get Rich Schemes! Why? Because they want to..Because that's what they want to hear..

Face it! They just don't work..

I hung up with a woman the other day who was investing something like $5000 into a business which promises $50,000 per year immediately..If you invested more, the return was higher..When I asked her what she would be doing, she could barely answer the question..all she could see was the end result which was the GUARANTEED $50,000 her first year in business..that was her MAIN focus..not what she would be doing, nor the credibility of the company, just the annual salary..

So, why do people fall for this? They want to..they buy into a dream not reality..

Any real job or business takes work...when I tried to explain the Ameriplan Opportunity and how it was a real business with a low investment and overhead and you can make great money while helping others, she didn't want to hear it..Why? People want everything right now and they buy into the fantasy that you can make this kind of money without doing anything.

These types of people are their own worst enemy and you know what really killed me about this particular woman? She didn't want to hear my advice..she was going to be scammed like so many others and she had no desire to be talked out of it..I did tell her, please don't call me in 3 months to tell me that you've lost your investment because I tried to tell you so..In the back of my mind, I know that she will be one of those people who down the line will say "All online businesses are scams" because of that one experience because that's what these types of people do.

What about the people promising these schemes? I believe in my heart that what goes around comes around and in time, they themselves will face the consequences.

Work from home daily challenges

I love working from home..it's really great but boy is it hard sometimes. You try to juggle so many things...family, work, house work, cooking, phone calls,and the list goes on..Honestly, I would never want it any other way but I still find it very challenging...I make schedules..I make lists...I designate time frames to get the tasks done but still feel like there's never enough time...There must be something I'm still doing wrong...I'll figure it out someday..

Off the Subject: Sexting?? So sad...

I wanted to blog about this story. It has been bothering me since Friday.

The other day on the Today Show I was sickened by the story of the 18 year old girl who sent a nude photo to her boyfriend who turned around and forwarded it to everyone and anyone. Her name was Jesse Logan. A beautiful 18 year old girl who ended her life in July 2008 because of all the pain and ridicule that came along with making a really big mistake.

Kids today just do not understand the consequences of their actions..Even more sad is 39 percent of these teens are sending or posting sexually suggestive messages, and 48 percent reported receiving such messages. Something is terribly wrong here..

Jesse Logan was described as a vivacious, fun and very compassionate young woman. She was a "good" kid who made a terrible mistake. A young girl with her whole life ahead of her. There were solutions but no one realized how deeply burdened and embarrassed she felt although there were so many signs there and what about the boy who decided to forward that picture? How does he feel now? There was no mention of him or his parents. I can't imagine how his parents feel.

I have a young daughter and can't imagine dealing with something like this but what it comes down to is you really have to pay attention to your kids..talk to them, find out how they feel and work out solutions to problems..They've got to know you're there for them...

If morals and values are instilled in them to begin with, something like this wouldn't have happened in the first place. I don't know..what do you guys think?
Maybe I'm still in the "old school" way of thinking...

To read the whole story, go here

Rhode Island has the HIGHEST unemployment rate in the Nation

This morning on the news it was reported that Rhode Island has the fastest and highest unemployment rate in the nation.. People are being driven out of here for so many reasons and it's very sad. As far as our foreclosure rate, Rhode Island recorded 3,479 foreclosures last year, among 390,403 residential properties. Property taxes are high here relative to the U.S. as a whole, it's higher than Massachusettes and slightly lower than Connecticut.

The Five states where the bad economy plus housing woes hit particularly hard and the greatest increases in per capita bankruptcy filings were found in Nevada (7.15 filings per 1,000 residents), Delaware (4.02), California (3.57), Florida (3.63) and Rhode Island (3.99).

It's very depressing to me..All this news about the bad economy here and everywhere. It's in the newspapers, internet and the news practically every minute in the day..It's so sickening!

Now is the time for people to research their options. I was lucky enough to find the Ameriplan Opportunity over 2 years ago but now I have more of a PASSION and DRIVE than ever before to explain to people how important it is to take control of your own future and stop depending on "jobs" and "government" Now is the BEST time for people to start a homebusiness. Invest in yourself, in you and your family, instead of being at the whim of others to take care of you. With your own homebusiness you have the ability to control your income and life. There are NO caps on your income and you can achieve whatever your hearts desire. Don't be fooled by these GET RICH SCHEMES out there! If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is!

Ameriplan is a real income opportunity which takes training and real work. However, you have the ability to grow your income at your own pace and by the same token help others receive Benefits (Dental, Vision, Rx, Chiropractic, Medical and other services)The company has a 16 year track record with affilliations with Fortune 500 Companies such as CVS, Walmart, Walgreens, JCPenney, Sears and more.

To find out more about the Ameriplan Opportunity and how you can help others receive benefits and get started today in a Homebusiness Career,
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You can also listen to a 24/7 recorded career overview call about us by calling: 616-712-1741

Feel free to email me: jbogosian@ameriplan.net or call 401-808-2098 or 888-630-9355 for more information.

Library Day!

Another Wednesday..Wednesday's are exciting for Lexy and me because we go to story hour at the library..I can't believe that's the highlight of my week..well not really but it is for both Lexy and Me together..This age is so tough..she's not quite 3 and she wants to learn so much and since I'm with her all day, she relies on me for play..That makes it hard for me to work though because she wants my attention alot. I want to enjoy these moments because so many people tell me that they're gone in a snap but I do enjoy working too..

It's so hard to find that balance! I've struggled with that since I started working from home..I suppose it will get easier as she grows and becomes more independent. I'm just grateful I can stay home and be with her.

Brrrr..can't take the cold

It seems like the older I get the colder I get...I absolutely HATE going outside now..I don't understand it..when I was a kid, I would wait anxiously to get out there and be out there for hours..

It's March! When is Spring coming??

I'm so jealous of all those people in warm climates..it's so hard to keep Lexy busy in the house all day..it gets so boring for her and it makes it hard for me to work from home..

Well, we are on our way to the library!

I'm dreading going into the garage to get in the car! Then I have to get out of the car and walk into the library! UGH!

If that was my only worry in life..right? I have absolutely nothing to complain about!

Jess

Dealing with an Unsupportive Spouse

It's a snowy day here in Rhode Island and as usual I have gotten up very early so I can work on the computer. It's very hard being married to someone who is not very supportive with my business aspirations but I do what I can to keep going.

What do I do to keep going?

Well first off I try to get up early so I can't be pestered and I can concentrate on my daily goals.. Also, when he's not home, I make phone calls and answer emails. He gets very annoyed when he comes home from work or even if he has a day off and I'm on the computer. I suppose because the attention is NOT on him, he gets annoyed.
The other thing I do is I don't talk as much about my business to him as I'd like to..We only argue because I guess he feels I should be making a 6 figure income by now because I've been with the company over 2 1/2 years but keep in mind, I work very part time from home..LOL!! It actually makes me laugh because if I was working outside the home part time, I wouldn't even be making what I make from home and the income outside the home is trading hours for money where my business is RESIDUAL..I keep making it every month whether I work more or less..

For all the women out there who know what I'm feeling, never give up..If you believe in your Product or Service, go for it! Don't let anyone or anything bring you down!