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80. Bring visitors back

Create value-adding extras to make your site a must-visit for the latest breaking news and update it frequently. You can provide industry updates, gossip, trends and forecasts. This will bring visitors back and motivate them to spread the word on the Internet grapevine.

81. Make your website address known everywhere

Make sure that your Web site address is be on every piece of promotion or marketing material your customer will see. Business cards, brochures, postcards, flyers, ads, signs, delivery vehicles etc.

82. Animate your ad

Animated ads generate click-through rates at least 15% higher than static ads, and in some cases as much as 40% higher.

83. Copyright

Include ( © 1998 Your Name ) on all your Web pages. Not only will this protect you if someone else decides to download your content and use them on their site, this also builds credibility for your company. Copyrighted material tells the reader that the content is original and cannot be found on any other site.

84. Search Engines

Notify the search engines to publicize your website by registering your Web site with as many search engines as possible. Submit-It at www.submit-it.com gives free registration to many websites.

85. T's and C's

Spell out the legal positions that your site has in your terms and conditions. For example, you may want to notify customers about your site security if you are using credit cards - what actions are you liable for and what are the risks the customer takes. Terms and conditions also act as a credibility factor to increase your customers' trust in you.

86. Ask your visitors to sign your Guest Book

These are the reasons why you should get your visitors to sign your guest book. Firstly, by signing your guest book, you can track the demographics of your hits. If you know the demographics of visitors to your site, you can pitch to other potential advertisers interested in advertising on your site using this information. The guest book also helps you to keep track of frequent customers and big spenders. You can eventually ask whether you could e-mail them with any special sales or promotions you have planned.

87. Frequently update your site

Update your site weekly or if possible daily so that traffic will continue flowing to your site. People return as repeated visitors to a site because of new information.

88. Buy ad spaces on other people's website

Monitor the website which you want to place ads on for about a month. Look out for how often the site is updated and whether they offer some new content frequently. After which if your observations conclude that your ad will be effective, contact the webmaster to place an ad or banner on their website.

89. Contact On-Line Publications

Find your industry publications and whether they have an online presence. Check that they publish content online on your business or industry and contact them via email about your website.

90. Associate with holidays and Special Occasions

Adapt your website page to reflect what's going on in the world. On special holidays or occasions such as Christmas time, decorate your web site just like you would decorate your own storefront.

91. Join the online community built around your industry

Look for a community of sites within your industry that have linked together for the good of all. Once you find them see if you can join the community and establish a good relationship with them by communicating with them. This community can be a platform for exchange of ideas and inspiration to improve your business to increase more sales.

92. Hire Students

Tie salaries to grade point average for high school and college students you hire.

Give a progressive bonus if the student excels in the classroom. In most cases you will find more responsible disciplined workers who will enhance your business.

93. Respect your customers' time

Try as much as possible to start off with emailing your customer. When that doesn't get you a response, send a fax over. If that also doesn't work, give them a call. However, use this as the last resort because customers are busy too and their time is valuable. Be patient and wait for their responses.

94. Special Customers

Make frequent personal calls to five of your best customers and offer them a special deal that is only for them and only today. They may not buy but we all like to know we can get something special that someone else can't.

95. Motto

A catchy slogan or motto can be a powerful advertising message. "When you care enough to send the very best" - Hallmark has used this motto for years and it has made sending Hallmark cards a measure of how important the card recipient is.

96. Create a bulk mailing package

Five or ten businesses near your area would be willing to send your postcard together with their packages by bulk mail and share the mailing cost with you.

97. Business forecasting

Having been in business for some time, you would have some idea of what to expect in the next year. Use the experiences and information from this ending year to plan for next year. However do keep in mind that business forecasting is like weather forecasting, you can't expect 100% accuracy in the forecast.

98. Five and Ten Philosophy

Every business day try to contact ten new customers or clients. From the 10, get at least 5 referrals of other potential customers to contact. You will never run out of potential customers.

99. Help groom and mentor the youth

University undergraduates studying business have frequent projects where they need to partner with real businesses. The youth bring new ideas and perspective which can potentially increase sales and better your business after you take those fresh concepts and refine it to professional standards. It is a win-win-win situation, 1) the students complete their project and learn under your mentorship, 2) your business has a fresh perspective and potential of further growth, and 3) you can offer these students a career opportunity when they graduate if you think they are competent enough.

100. Sponsorship

Your company can provide sponsorships to various groups to get involved in the community. One example is to sponsor a local sports team. Your customer base can be increased by people related to the sports team, i.e. family and friends of the players. Furthermore, your company name and brand can be actively promoted by being printed on the jerseys, collaterals etc of the sports team.

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90. EFAs or Essential Fatty Acids.

During your second and third trimester, your baby needs EFAs or essential fatty acids for proper growth and development. Because of this, you should make sure that you are eating foods that are filled with EFAs. Some of which would include walnuts, salmons, egg yolks, tuna, and flax seed oil.

91. Dealing with your cravings.

When you become pregnant, you may still have cravings for certain food items that are not very healthy. Although it is not a good idea to give in to your cravings, you can still eat such types of foods from time to time. Just make sure that the large portion of your diet consists of healthy foods.

92. Managing stretch marks.

Having stretch marks is one of the things that you will notice in your body when you go through pregnancy. However, there are certain things that you can do, in order to make sure that you can minimize them. One of which is to drink plenty of water. Aside from that, eating a balanced diet can also help out with it. When you are healthy, your skin would also become healthy, allowing it to repair itself fast when stretched.

93. Stay away from processed foods.

Processed foods usually contain lots of preservatives. Thus, it can fill up your body with a lot of harmful toxins. Aside from that they also have hidden sugars, which can cause gestational diabetes. Thus, keep away from them, and drink lots of water, so that you can flush out toxins from your body and become healthier.

94. What to do if your have gestational diabetes.

One of the best ways to treat gestational diabetes is to come up with a healthy diet plan, and get enough exercise. To achieve that, one of the things that you can do is to contact a professional dietician. A registered dietician can help you develop a dieting plan, which can suit you best and to help in managing the problem.

95. Drinking coffee.

There are a lot of controversies surrounding the topic of drinking coffee during pregnancy. Although not too many evidence point towards its negative effects, it is still best to avoid it, especially when you are still at the first trimester. If you do want to drink coffee, make sure to minimize it to just a few cups per week.

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78. Planting large trees.

If you want to plant large trees in your garden, you have to make sure that you have enough space for them when they grow. Keep in mind that as trees grow old, their roots would also grow beneath the surface. Thus, you don’t want to plant it near your house, or any kind of structure, since it may cause some problems later on.

79. Your garden is your own territory.

Once you have established your garden, you should consider it as your own private territory. In other words, each person that would set foot unto it would have to ask for your permission first. Aside from that, since it is your creation, which came from your own imagination of what a garden should be, then you should be proud of it and prevent people to criticize it.

80. What your garden should have.

Aside from having plants in your garden, it should also have ample light from the sun. This is because most plants will need the sunlight in order to grow and bare fruits. Aside from sunlight, it should also have enough shade to keep the soil from drying out. More importantly you should also apply your skills unto it, so that you can grow your plants as healthy as possible.

81. Don’t hesitate to change.

Gardeners all around the world are into constant change. In other words, they continue to evolve into something better each day. Thus, if you feel the need to change something, such as your garden’s setup, the plants that you have, and such, then you should not be afraid to do it. Just make sure that the modifications you would apply are practical and sensible, so that you would continue to improve in it.

82. Be careful at all times.

Whether you are watering your plants, or cleaning the surroundings of your garden, care should always be practiced. This is because you would not know whether a broken piece of bottle is around, or even a snake. Always be on alert, to avoid any kind of accidents or injuries to happen.

83. Choosing plants that climb.

Climbers are some of the most useful plants that you can have in your garden. This is because they usually would not take a lot of your space. Aside from that, they can also spice up your fence or make a wall look more interesting. In addition, they are also very easy to take care of.

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72. Maximizing your time at the gym.

If you don’t want to waste too much of your time in the gym, then you should avoid people who talk too much. There are times when you may meet a person or two, who simply do not know when to stop talking. They can actually get you distracted in what you are trying to do if you listen to them. Thus, it is best to avoid them while you are working out; and, if you want to talk to them, only do it once you are done with your routines.

73. Choose the exercise program that would suit your lifestyle.

There is no point if you need to force yourself to get some exercise. It should be something that you can enjoy, as well as fit the kind of lifestyle that you have. Always remember that it is very important that you are able to stick to your workout program; and, you can only do that if the program suits you best.

74. Talking to your officemate.

Due to technological advancements, when you want to talk to a colleague who is a few stations away from you, you may simply need to send an instant message, an email, or pick up the phone. However, since you want to make sure that you increase your physical activities, then you should stand up and approach him. By doing that, you will be able to burn more calories.

75. Doing something after lunch.

After eating lunch at work, instead of playing online games on your computer while waiting for your lunch break to get done, you should step out of the office, and walk around the block. Doing that would provide you time for a quick midday exercise. Walking around the block would not just burn more fats, but also prevent you from getting sleepy once you get back to work.

76. Don’t buy new batteries for the remote control.

If your television’s remote control no longer works for busted batteries, don’t mind purchasing new ones for it. It is actually better if you do not have a remote control around. With that, you will have to stand up and walk towards your TV set in order to change channels or change the volume level.

77. Don’t place your mobile phone beside you at all times.

When you are at home, it is best to have your mobile phone around, but not beside you. Place it a few meters away from you, so that each time someone calls, or if you receive a message, you will have to stand up and walk towards it. After answering the call or sending back a message, place the phone back at its designated place again.

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79. Drink a glass of wine each day.

Drinking a glass of wine each day, preferably during dinner time, can help you in attaining your fitness goals. This is because it contains resveratrol from the grapes, which can prevent the development of fat cells, especially around your belly. Aside from that, it can also help in boosting your body’s metabolism.

80. Including pomegranates in your diet.

You would probably think that eating this fruit can even make you gain more weight, because of its taste. On the contrary, due to the fact that it is so sweet, eating pomegranates can actually help you in curbing your appetite for sugar-filled snacks. Aside from that, seeds of this fruit can reduce the ability of your body to store fats.

81. Eating BBQ.

If you like to eat meat, especially during the weekends, then you should eat more barbeque. When you barbeque meat, you would actually be burning off more of its fat content, while you are cooking it. Thus, it is time to fire up your barbeque grill, so that you can enjoy your favorite meat without having to worry about getting fat.

82. Eating more spinach.

When you are at the grocery store to buy more green leafy vegetables, you should prioritize spinach more than the other ones. This is because it contains more fiber than the other kinds. With more fiber intake, you would be helping your body in burning more fats, as well as in curbing your appetite.

83. Choosing the best kind of cheese.

If you are one of the many people who love cheese, instead of the regular kind, you should purchase the one that is made out of the goat’s milk. This is because cheese products that are made from goat’s milk are actually lower in calories, than those made out of the cow’s milk by 40 percent. Thus, try to search for this kind of cheese to lose weight.

84. Eat more good fats to get rid of bad fats.

Eating the good kind of fats is one of the best ways to get rid of the other kind. Some of the best sources for good fats would include walnuts, rapeseed oil, and eggs. Aside from helping your body in burning off fats, they can also reduce your risk to heart diseases.

85. Eating oats for breakfast.

Many people today eat cooked oats for breakfast in the attempt to lose weight. This can actually help you lose weight, since oats are filled with lots of fiber. When you have a breakfast meal that is loaded with fiber, it would make you feel full even when it is almost lunch time. Thus, it can help you control your portions.

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61. Run harder in the later part of your runs.

Running harder in the later part of your runs can actually provide you with a lot of beneficial effects. For one, it can improve your stamina. Aside from that, it can also improve your ability to sprint. Thus, do this technique from time to time, so that you can experience the desirable results from it soon.

62. How to go through rough spots.

When you have to go through rough terrain while you are running, you may find it a bit difficult, especially if its unfamiliar to you. To do it more effectively, you should focus more on your feet every time it touches the ground. Aside from that, you should also become more conscious on the sounds of your breath. By doing this, you won’t be able to notice the toughness of the route, and be able to go through it with ease.

63. Getting rid of side cramps.

One of the best ways to get rid of side cramps is to do abdominal breathing, when you are running. Aside from gaining relief from side cramps, it can also develop your lungs more, since it is the right way to breathe. Moreover, abdominal breathing also helps your body absorb more oxygen, which can improve your overall well being.

64. Don’t be too hard on yourself.

There may be times when you are not able to hit your goals on time. When this happens, you should not be too hard on yourself and give up on it. You should let it go, and focus on the next goal that you want to target. You should not get discouraged of your failures, since they can be the reasons that you would have more drive in hitting your goals.

65. Don’t forget to get some rest.

Resting is actually as important as the other elements in working out or in running. This is because when you are resting, you are actually providing your body a chance to repair its worn out tissues. Thus, it is best that you make it a part of your training plan, so that you can maximize your benefits from it.

66. Buy a treadmill.

If you don’t want to miss running, when the weather does not permit you to do so, then you should purchase a treadmill soon. There are certain types of treadmills that are available in affordable prices today, which can already serve its purpose. Check them out, so that you no longer have to spend a rainy day doing nothing inside your house.

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91. Submitting the resume with a cover letter.

If you are going to submit your resume with a cover letter, there are certain things that you want to take note of. One of which is to properly match your resume with your cover letter layout. In other words, they should have the same font, text size, margins, and headings.

92. How to review your resume properly.

Proofreading your resume several times can actually help in identifying errors on it. However, if you really want to ensure that it is free from errors, what you can do is to do something else once you are done writing your resume. After a few hours, check it out again, since the break would provide you with a fresher mind to double check it for errors.

93. Questions to ask after reviewing your resume.

Once you are done reviewing your resume for a number of times, there are certain questions that you want to ask yourself. Such questions should ask you whether your resume was compelling enough, professional looking, clear and easy to read, free from grammatical errors, and such.

94. Forget other things first.

Prior to writing down your resume, you should forget other things first. This can actually help you out in coming up with a resume that is focused on more important things. Aside from that it can also help you in writing a resume in a more positive tone.

95. Submitting your resume.

In these modern times, there are different ways of submitting your resume to a company. You can submit it by yourself, through email, or even through an online job portal. Before submitting it though, especially if you are going to do it through email, make sure that it is save in the right kind of doc file, so that your potential employer can open it.

96. Make up a plan.

Before sitting down on your desk to write your resume, you should come up with a plan first. By doing that, you would be able to identify your direction properly. Aside from that, you can also uncover your qualifications and achievements more effectively.

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58. Take full advantage of your notepads or index cards.

There may be times when you get stuck on what sub topic you want to explain next. To prevent this from happening, you should take advantage of your index cards, and write down your opening phrases in bold letters on top of them. By doing that, you won’t have to deal with a long pause, since you can simply read them out and continue from there.

59. Become more familiar of the visual equipment you would be using.

If you are simply going to borrow a projector or any kind of visual equipment at the venue, then you should familiarize yourself in operating it. You don’t want to get your presentation delayed, just because you don’t know how to turn to the next page, or to return back to a previous one. Therefore, spend some time with it prior to your presentation, so that you would know how to operate it perfectly.

60. Avoid technical jargons.

When your presentation is technical in nature, you may get tempted in using technical terms for it. However, you should consider the possibility that some of the people in your audience may not understand them. Thus, it is best to make use of simple terms, so that you can ensure that all of them would know what you are talking about.

61. When involved with a sales presentation.

If your presentation is about sales, then make sure that you make it as lively as possible, especially if you want to motivate your audience to making more sales. This is because, the energy in your presentation can determine the kind of motivation the sales force would have when they leave the room. Aside from that, you should also make sure that you tell them stories that can inspire them.

62. Don’t worry about the few who may not appreciate your presentation.

After your presentation, you would know if people like it when they start clapping their hands, smile at you, or stand in ovation. However, you may notice that some would simple go out of the room, or are clearly not satisfied. When this happens, remind yourself that you cannot please them all. Thus, just let them go, and appreciate the fact that most of the individuals who listened to you are happy with what they learned.

63. A presentation is not the time to wear something new.

Trying out a new pair of shoes in a presentation may not be a very good idea. This is because, you still do not know, whether wearing it can still be comfortable even after standing for quite some time. This is also applicable to wearing a new shirt or a new pair of pants, since you want to be very comfortable during your speech.

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93. Do not let work stress you out – to some people, their work is a form of stress, something they cannot look forward to but still do everyday for the sake of earning a living. This should not be the case. Instead, you should learn how to enjoy your work or at least make it quit acceptable by being more organized avoiding annoying co-workers.

94. Know when to tune out – by learning when to tune out, you will be able to give your mind and body the proper rest it needs particularly from gossipy co-workers and friends, from e-mail or Twitter messages, or just about anything going on around you that could just give you unnecessary excitement or even irritation.

95. Learn to say no – you can say no to anything that you think will only cause you harm like eating bad food, taking alcohol, doing stressful events, losing sleep over something and any other stressful things that will only lead to an unhealthy lifestyle. Saying no to these will do you well.

96. Lead a simple life – by doing this, you can put more concentration of keeping your body and your lifestyle healthy. The more things you do, the less time you will have to think of things that will make you aware of the harmful toxins and chemicals present in the environment that can give you harm. Making it simple though will also allow you time for yourself.

97. Learn to sustain what you already achieved – having a healthy and proper diet is already difficult. Even harder is the task of sustaining it and making sure that what you achieved previously in terms of your health and detoxification is not wasted by just going back to your bad habits.

98. Leave the couch and get yourself moving to achieve a healthy lifestyle. Remember that resisting the temptation to sit on your couch the whole day means fighting off the temptation to the main culprits of obesity, such as overeating (especially of junk foods), oversleeping, and, of course, the unhealthy sedentary living.

99. 102 – Make your exercise or fitness regimen fun and interesting by including others in your daily routine. Take for example, walking at the park with your loveable dog, or jogging every morning with your best friend. In some cases, join exercise groups to gain new friends and get more advice about exercising.

100. 103 – Choose an exercise or fitness regimen that you know you can handle. Not all exercises work for everyone. So be sure to get your research done first, especially if you are eyeing on a new exercise program. Talk to your body, and see how far you think your system can go before deciding which fitness program to pursue.