Playing to Your Strengths.
By Derek Gehl

Right now I'm busy doing a little "homework" in preparation for my upcoming 4 day
"Build-a-Biz" challenge on April 21-24.

(That's when I'll be releasing a brand-new FREE 4 day video training series showing you how to build a money-making website!)

... No, I'm NOT trying to get some of the work done ahead of time!

I'm just trying to come to the table prepared to work as efficiently and effectively as possible.

And I urge YOU to do the same!

See, whenever someone asks for help in starting their own business, I ALWAYS tell them this:


... And so that's what I'm busy doing right now!

In my experience, people who build their business around their own personal interests or experience almost always tend to achieve success FASTER than people who don't.

It makes sense when you think about it...

People who follow their passions are the ones who are most motivated to do the work necessary to grow and improve their businesses.

So in order to make sure you're ready to make the most of what I'm about to teach you on April 21-24...

... so you too can set up a money-making website in less than a week!

I urge you to sit down and create a list of YOUR top 3-5 skills or interests. That way, you can put your learning to work right away!
... That's something I often hear from people who are just getting started online.

To them I say, "You're not looking hard enough!"

Unique skills and interests can come in a variety of surprising forms...

For example, knowing how to pass the exam required to become a firefighter is a skill on which you could base a money-making website. So is quilting, or collecting model trains, or kicking a bad habit like smoking or biting your nails.

Even knowing how to deal with a pushy mother-in-law is a skill you could use to make money online!

(Don't worry mom -- I'm not talking about you. ;-)

If you honestly believe you have no valuable skills or knowledge, you're selling yourself short. I'm certain that absolutely every single person on the PLANET has some kind of specialized knowledge or experience that could become the foundation of a website that SELLS.

However, if you find it difficult to pinpoint exactly what that specialized knowledge or experience is, don't worry! You're certainly not alone. A lot of people have trouble figuring out what makes them "tick."

You simply need to think about your life experiences.

Create a list of all the jobs you've ever had... all the hobbies you've ever pursued... all the volunteer work you've ever done... all the times you've helped someone and felt really good about it... all the challenging situations you've had to overcome in your life.

Then go through that list and pinpoint where your particular skills and interests lie.

Sound difficult? Don't worry, I'm going to make it easy by giving you...

The following questions are designed to get you thinking about what really matters to YOU. Be sure to print this list and write your answers down -- you're going to want to refer to them later.

1. Do you play any sports?
   
   
2. If you had unlimited dollars and a week's worth of free time, what would you do? List the first activities that come to mind.
   
   
3. What websites do you visit when you're just "surfing around" online? What topics do these cover?
   
   
4. Have you ever won a trophy or award? What for?
   
   
5. Have you ever been recognized for a contribution of services? What did you do?
   
   
6. Do you have pets? What kinds?
   
   
7. Do you have kids? What do you like best about being a parent? What do you find most challenging?
   
   
8. Do you have any specialized education? Have you ever taken a class in a subject like pottery or sailing? Do you have any kind of academic continued education?
   
   
9. Have you ever volunteered anywhere? What did you learn through this experience?
   
   
10. Have you ever gone through a particularly challenging experience, and come out of it stronger than ever? What was that challenge, and what did you do to overcome it?
    
    
11. What lifetime accomplishment are you most proud of? What did you learn from this experience?
    
    
12. Do you have firsthand knowledge of any medical illnesses or issues? If so, which ones?
    
    
13. Do you collect anything? If so, what?
    
    
14. What television shows do you enjoy? What kind of music do you listen to? Do you ever attend theater events or other events related to the arts?
    
    
15. Is there anything you've always really wanted to do or learn more about, but just haven't had the time?
    

Once you have finished, go over your answers to these 15 questions, paying special attention to the ones that got the strongest positive response from you.

These are the areas that are most likely to lead you to the ideal market you should target with your business.

Now narrow your list down to 3 to 5 topics you're truly passionate about. These topics are going to be the starting point of your research.

... So there's your "homework!" ;-)

All I ask is that you try to come to the table on April 21st with your list of topics in hand.

You'll find it MUCH easier to understand how to apply what you're learning to your OWN website if you already have some research topics to use as a starting point.

... And if you haven't already registered for my FREE 4 day
"Build-a-Biz" video training series, click here to do so NOW.

To your success,

Derek Gehl

"The Elephant in the Room"
By Dwain Jeworski

Recession.

It's the elephant in the room.

The U.S. economy (and by extension, the global economy) is experiencing a downward trend right now, and the ripple effects are being felt by everyone from Bill Gates to the smallest home business owner.

However, hiding your head in the sand isn't going to change things!

You can't just act like everything is "business as usual" and pretend it isn't happening.

The fact of the matter is, many of your customers are going to be forced to tighten their belts. You may find that people are going to be less likely to make a purchase online than they have been in the past.

But that doesn't mean you should give up!

The best way to deal with an economic crisis is to FACE IT HEAD ON and look for ways to make it work FOR your online business -- instead of against it.

By tweaking your sales message to speak to the financial challenges your customers might be facing, you will get a better response out of them.

Visit our blog to discover how you can do this...

... If you're already feeling the effects of the current economic crunch -- or have discovered some successful ways to shield yourself from it --
please tell us about it.

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