3 Reasons New Yorkers Live Longer

Watkins is a leader in natural products and the network marketing home based business industry. This year Watkins is celebrating 142 years of bringing natural gourmet food and ingredients, supplements and health remedies, natural plant-based personal care and natural plant-based home care products to residents of the United States and Canada. Foods made with natural and organic ingredients taste better and contribute to a healthy lifestyle.

  

3 Reasons New Yorkers Live Longer

In 2007, the New York City Department of Health released some surprising news: a New Yorker born in 2004 can expect to live 78.6 years, nine months longer than the average American. Add to this that the life expectancy of New Yorkers is lengthening faster than that of other Americans, and it's worth taking a look at some reasons why:

• Less Smoking. The city's wide-ranging smoking ban of 2003 is estimated to have decreased deaths attributable to smoking by 10 percent.
• Healthier food options. New York (like other large cities) attracts a critical mass of people who demand fresh, organic or otherwise superior food choices.
• Walking. Perhaps most importantly, New Yorkers walk far more than do most suburban Americans, or even residents of other large cities (perhaps due to the fact that New York's high-density urban amenities make walking uniquely viable for shopping, commuting, and other daily tasks). They also tend to walk faster.

The good news is you don't have to move to New York to avail yourself of these advantages. Anyone, anywhere, can decide to stop smoking, walk more and seek out healthy foods (the number of farmers' markets has doubled in the last decade, making fresh produce more available everywhere).

Generating Leads Online

I found this article at Riley and Coltd Forum. Any business person building a network marketing home based business with immediate and residual income needs customer and prospect leads. This article explains ways to generate leads by using online sources. All involve interaction and networking with people to develop relationships. People get to know and trust you. Some of these lead sources require your time but are completely free. Read this very informative article.

Generate Leads Online - 5 Ways to Do It

By Mark John O Reardon

Leads or potential customers are one of the most important resources of any business. It is important to remember that leads are not only potential new customers, existing customers are also to be considered leads and they are our most valuable leads because we may already have built a relationship with them. A customer who has already bought from you is much more likely to buy again than a new potential customer.

The Internet makes the job of lead generation much easier than it once was. In the past sales teams relied on word of mouth referral and long painstaking research which led to cold calling and generally low conversion rates because of the difficulty in targeting the correct type of leads for a particular product or service. The reason for this is because profiling potential customers was limited in the information it could provide.

Here are five ways to market your business online and generate a constant stream of new leads while qualifying them as targeted and building a relationship with them before you ever meet them.

1. Social media Interaction

Social media sites like Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and LinkedIn, to mention a few allow you to set up a profile for yourself or your business or group. The value of this is that everybody who is using social media has a profile which they set up with their account. Because they have added their preferences to their profile we know a lot about them and can target friends or subscribers according to their likelihood of being interested in your business niche.

This is a powerful way of building an online presence and a brand which is laser targeted to your ideal customer. There are many ways of engaging with people and giving them value and the opportunity to get to know and trust you and your business. Build yourself as an authority by always giving value in the form of useful and interesting information relevant to your niche and not your business directly.

Put links on your profiles which allow people to visit your blog or free gift (lead capture page) but don't pitch your business directly. You may notice that some big brands are now using social media but rarely will you see them pitch an offer because they are there to build relationships and their brand through social interaction with no overt intention other than having fun.

2. Blogging

A blog is different from a website because a website shows what you do in terms of your product or service but it doesn't say much about you and usually it is not possible for your potential customer to connect with you directly. A blog is where you can romance your customer by giving them information and perspectives on the benefits of what you are offering.

Using a blog we can accept feedback and gain insight into what customers want and expect in an informal and very informative way. Blogging is where we can really take relationships to the next level leading to visits to our official or sales site which have a much higher conversion rate.

3. Lead Capture Page

Every website should have a lead capture page which is simply a page with a form where a potential customer can fill in their name and e mail address in return for more information or even better an incentive of some sort, like a free gift or service. The people who opt in on a lead capture page are highly likely to be qualified leads that will make a purchase when you take the time to build a relationship with them.

You can also then market to them by means of email marketing. It is important to offer value upfront in any of these methods including e mail marketing. You might start off with giving useful information that people in your niche will be interested in and build up to offering your products or services on the backend. There are great software systems that make it possible to completely automate your lead capture page and all of the follow up communications.

4. Website design

When someone visits your website you have 8 seconds to make an impression or they are gone. If a potential customer has taken the time to find you either by searching Google or by coming in through social media or your blog, you need to capture their attention immediately. Generally one of the most important things to have is a professional looking site with your logo and branding fully visible.

It might sound obvious but most people are looking for contact details, so make sure they are immediately visible. You need to have clear information about what you do on the front page and especially the benefits a customer will get by doing business with you. A video is very useful and people respond well to seeing a physical and audio presence and also it holds people’s attention for longer. The Video shouldn't be more than 3 to 4 minutes long. Remember to have a lead capture box always above the fold and on every page if possible.

5. Ezine (online magazine) Articles and Forums

Another way of becoming an authority is by writing about your niche. There are many ezines and directories online that cater for every niche and they accept articles on all of these niches. You can set up an account with any of these ezines usually free of charge. If you don't have the time or the writing talent there are many ways to create the content you require. There are professional article writers that you can find online and also there are sites where you can buy private label rights articles on every subject and niche.

By posting articles to ezines online you are also creating back links to your website or blog which are ranked accordingly by Google. Because many of the popular ezines are considered authority sites by Google you will also get free Google traffic to your blog or website using this method. Join online forums in your niche where people are talking about the kinds of thing that your product or service can provides a solution. Post threads and comment on other peoples threads. You will include your web or blog addresses on your profile and on your posted comments. This is laser targeted both to your target audience and to getting information on their needs.

You may say, I have a small business and I have enough to do already. How do I find the time to do all this? The fact is that you can outsource 100% of this work very effectively. In every area of marketing your business online or offline there are specialists who can show you what to do and how, and there are those who can actually physically do it for you.

I work as a Business Results Coach and Successful Online Marketer and Trainer working in the areas of Business Marketing, Personal development, and Business development. I help people to learn what I know in a fraction of the time it took me to learn. I have a background in sales and more than Twelve years experience as a business owner. I have spent over six years Training in Marketing, Life and Business Coaching, Neuro Linguistic Programming and Online Marketing. If you want to learn how start to build your new or existing business Offline or Online start by reading my book which is available at no cost to you for Now. To learn more visit http://www.powerupmarketingireland.com Now.

I wish you wonderful success in every endeavour.

One Potato, Two Potato, Three Potato, Four-Which Network Marketing Opportuni...

Choose a network marketing home based business that you are passionate about. One with products that you like, use, and enjoy telling others about. Choose a business that has a fair compensation plan.

Watkins offers consumable natural superior quality products that are safe for you and your environment.

The Watkins compensation plan is designed to compensate both associates who prefer retailing products and associates who prefer ordering products at a discount and earning residual income by building a team or downline. Associates earn commissions based on all levels of their downline.

Learn more about the Watkins business opportunity at http://www.everydaynecessities.com

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The Internet is filled with a variety of opportunities for one to earn money and work from their homes.  This is what makes it difficult for so many people.  However, if you are looking for a business that will allow you to make money, be your own boss, and enjoy what you are doing, you should consider a network marketing opportunity.  But, this still leaves you with the dilemma of which one you should choose.

The fact is, it is not as simple as saying, “One potato, two potato, three potato, four.”  This decision can have an effect on your life in many ways.  First of all, you have to choose something you will be happy with.  While you may believe your goal is to achieve your financial success, it means nothing if you are not happy.  The best way to choose the right network marketing opportunity is to find something that you feel passionate about.  For example, if you have always felt strongly about education, consider joining an opportunity within this niche.

You must also find concern yourself with the financial details of business.  This includes the commission structure within the company, which will actually determine how much money you could possibly make.  While you have to enjoy what you are doing, you must also be able to earn an income to support you and possibly a family, as well.   Therefore, look at the commission rates they are allowing you, as well as how many tiers are allowed in earning commissions. 

Each and every network marketing opportunity is not going to be the right one for you.  Be fastidious in your search and, not only can you start your own business, you can create one that gives you both monetary benefits  and, perhaps more important, happiness and pleasure.

 

Network Marketing For Dummies

There are a lot of misconceptions about Network Marketing.

Network marketing uses relationship referrals and word of mouth to sell a product or service. The most successful network marketers today are simply using their relationships to encourage others to purchase specific products. Watkins Associates share the products and business opportunity with the people they know. As I build my business I talk with people about my Watkins network marketing home based business.

Have you ever referred a friend to a good movie or a restaurant? Did the producer of the movie or the owner of the restaurant pay you for the referral? Think how often you refer friends and family to products and services you enjoy. Can you imagine getting paid for every referral?

That’s what network marketing is all about. Nearly all successful Watkins Associates started out loving Watkins products. They couldn’t help but share their favorites with others. Watkins rewards customer referrals with a nice compensation check.

"With even a smidgen of desire, almost anything is possible, and that includes your building a career in network marketing.... We all want the same things out of life. We want to be happy, healthy, reasonably prosperous and secure, and to have friends, piece of mind, good family relationships, and hope. A career in network marketing can satisfy all these desires." ‐ Zig Ziglar, “Network Marketing for Dummies”

Earthrise

Photo taken in 1968 by Apollo astronaut crew

“When mankind’s first interplanetary travelers stood on the Moon and gazed back at Earth, they were startled to see only a fragile blue sphere surrounded by a minuscule membrane of atmosphere. As the water planet rose delicately above the stark lunar moonscape, the astronauts snapped a few pictures to remind us that we are all captive passengers on an environmental star-ship of sorts, one whose resources are not limitless after all, but terribly finite. Fittingly, the now famous sequence of photographs became known as the “Earthrise” series.”

By Simply Tim (Tim Lee) From Earthrise and Running Shoes


In our everyday lives we tend to forget that we live on a plant with a finite amount of resources. That’s why I get so excited over my Watkins network marketing home based business. The need for companies to practice “green” manufacturing is more important than ever.  Watkins has been a pioneer in natural living, utilizing the finest natural ingredients since 1868. We continue our commitment to you and the environment by implementing processes that reduce waste and conserve energy.  Together we can make a positive impact on our environment.

How does Watkins reduce waste and make a positive impact on the earth?

• Offer a full line of plant based home care products that are free of pollutants and biodegradable.
• Offer a full line of USDA certified 100% Organic Herbs and Spices and All-Natural Pure Extracts.
• Adhere to a strict paper, plastic, and aluminum recycling program.
• Utilize biodegradable packing materials.
• Use soy-based ink in our printed marketing materials.
• Employ e-communications and encourage customers, Associates, and vendors to obtain information online instead of in printed form.
• Gravity fed filling processes:  We fill our bulk dry mixes using time-tested gravity feeds.  This allows us to conserve energy that would normally be used to power a pneumatic or conveyor system.
• Use lighter weight product packaging.  Simply reducing our plastic bottle weight for various products has saved thousands of pounds of plastic from waste.
• Encourage vendors to use renewable energy and cut waste.
• Utilize Lean business and manufacturing practices to help eliminate waste and streamline operations.

NPA Certification
The Natural Products Association has granted J.R. Watkins Natural Apothecary products the NPA Seal of compliance. To earn this coveted seal, products must be made of at least 95% natural ingredients from renewable and sustainable resources.


Did You Know?
Utilizing natural ingredients allows for the elimination of ingredients that can potentially cause health risks. Most synthetic chemical ingredients are modeled after natural equivalents!



DfE Certification
J.R. Watkins Natural Home Care has received certification from the Environmental Protection Agency’s Designed for the Environment (DfE) program. The DfE seal ensures
consumers that cleaning products displaying the seal have been formulated using the safest ingredients for human and environmental health. By working closely with cleaning product manufacturers, the DfE diverted the use of 80 million pounds of harmful chemicals they refer to as “chemicals of concern” in 2007.


Did You Know?
If every household in the U.S. replaced just one bottle of 24 oz. petroleum based dishwashing liquid with Watkins 24 oz. plant-based product, we could save 85,886 barrels of oil! That is enough to heat and cool 4,941 U.S. homes for a year!


Sign up now and join me as we use natural plant-based products and tell others how they can use these products too! Start you own Watkins business today! Take our no obligation no pressure online tour Have the Life You Deserve for more information.

The Julie/Julia Project Weblog

Writing a weblog, also known as a blog, will help make you an expert or leader in your field or niche. I blog about my network marketing home based business to help build my Watkins business.

Who ever thought that Julie Powell’s blog The Julie/Julia Project would lead to a best-selling book and an incredible movie starring Amy Adams and Meryl Streep. Julie was propelled into a new career in food journalism.

It all began with a text post to her blog and grew to hundreds of readers.
The Julie/Julia Project
Nobody here but us servantless American cooks...

	Sunday, August 25, 2002

The Book: "Mastering the Art of French Cooking". First edition, 1961. Louisette Berthole. Simone Beck. And, of course, Julia Child. The book that launched a thousand celebrity chefs. Julia Child taught America to cook, and to eat. It’s forty years later.  Today we think we live in the world Alice Waters made, but beneath it all is Julia, 90 if she's a day, and no one can touch her. The Contender: Government drone by day, renegade foodie by night. Too old for theatre, too young for children, and too bitter for anything else, Julie Powell was looking for a challenge. And in the Julie/Julia project she found it. Risking her marriage, her job, and her cats’ well-being, she has signed on for a deranged assignment. 365 days. 536 recipes. One girl and a crappy outer borough kitchen. How far will it go? We can only wait. And wait. And wait….. The Julie/Julia Project. Coming soon to a computer terminal near you. 9:39:20 PM     comment [ ]

Network Marketing With Watkins

Did you know that Watkins is a network marketing home based business?

Watkins Associates build their home based businesses by talking  with other people face-to-face, by phone, by mail, by email, and online.

Watkins gives people who join, the opportunity to receive a discount on the products they order for themselves, to earn from sales or retailing the products, and to earn by teambuilding.

·         Associates earn by sharing the products they love with their friends, family, and co-workers.

·         Associates build residual income by sharing the business opportunity and building a team. We call this “telling the story” – “using the products”.

If you would like to learn more about our business where you determine your own schedule and earn according to your efforts please visit Watkins Products and Home Business Opportunity.