Step 3 for Saving Money – Web/Online

I was talking recently to a new client and he had a lot of skepticism about printed Direct Mail. "It costs a lot", he said. And it's true. But if you're getting results from it, it's awfully hard to say Direct Mail isn't worth it. But in this time of financial concern, where budgets are reduced, it's probably not the way I'd direct a client (unless they only target seniors, or the aging population). Instead, the web offers many benefits. And it's ultimately cheaper. The cost of setting up a web presence can cost you quite a bit. And the old-school notion of "finishing" a website has to be forgotten. It's an ongoing project. But that's the benefit! How's that a plus? Let's walk...
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Step 2 for Saving Money – Word of Mouth

My younger son has an iPod Touch. He got it about the time I got my incredible iPhone 3G. It was like Christmas coming early to our home. I love when the kids get something electronic. They work and do chores to earn small amounts of money and once they’ve saved (for an excruciating long time), they look to see if there’s an update coming for the “thing” they want. We search the internet for rumors and information. Then when the time’s right, armed with a bunch of knowledge, they order it. Or get us to drive them to the store so they don’t have to “wait another minute” for the delivery truck to arrive. Once we get the incredible piece of equipment, they...
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