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Klutzy Cell Phone Users Unite, Google+ Can Save Your Mobile Photos Automatically

Dawn Cullo — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 13:00:14 +0000

My kids 5 & 1 1/2 are always grabbing for my phone, using it, dropping it (yikes). I am a klutz and been know to drop my phone several times, not sure why but this is a habit of mine, I kill cell phones. I’d LOVE to have Smart Phone encased in a rugged kid-proof case, but yet those don’t exist. At one time I almost bought one of those heavy duty Nextel phones they use on construction job sites because I was so rough with my phone.

The problem isn’t that I am a cell phone killer, the real problem is that I take a lot of mobile photos, mainly of my kids and when my phone bites the dust so do my photos. The first time I lost my mobile phone photos I was so sad, cute pictures of my 1st kid were gone. This was before I was on Facebook so the photos hadn’t been uploaded anywhere. I learned my lesson and figured out how to set up my photos to automatically save on my external storage card, wheew. Now when my phone is trashed at least I have the photos on a storage card.

How does Google+ factor into all this talk about mobile photos? It’s simple, they have a featured called ‘Instant Upload’ where you can set up your Google+ mobile app to automatically upload your mobile photos to Google+. The nice thing is that the photos aren’t automatically shared on Google+, they just remain in your account and saved there for you. If you ever need the photo saved on your hard drive you can just right click “Save Image As”. Another nice feature of the Google+ photos is that you can edit the photos by making it black and white or adjusting the contrast.

Here is a screen shot of the Google+ Photos, and yes that is my 1 1/2 year old standing ON her rocking horse.

If you are a member of Google+ then the next step to really ensure that your images are backedup is to join Picasa, which is a Google product. The reason for this is that there are Picasa Web Albums which automatically sync your Google+ albums to Picasa. Ok, so what is the big deal with that? Now that your photos are in Picasa you can edit, share and order prints from Snapfish, Walgreens, Shutter Fly, Ritzpix, LifePics, Printed Art and FotoFlot (which is like Fracture Me)

Here is the same photo from my mobile phone, saved in my Picasa Web Album and now in my Shopping Cart at Walgreens Photos. This one will go up in my grandmother’s room at her nursing home because she will get a kick out it that my daughter is standing ON her rocking horse.

As you can see, being on Google+ has benefits for someone like me, who takes a lot of mobile photos and is a busy mom of two girls and always on the go. If being a part of Google+ sounds interesting to you and you don’t yet have an account just send me an email (dawn{at}SunriseRiseVirtualServices.com) and I can send you an invite. Also, to learn more about what else Google+ can offer you I highly suggest reading Mari Smith’s blog post about it here – http://www.marismith.com/whats-so-exciting-about-google-plus-overview/

You can view my Google+ profile here - gplus.to/DawnCullo and add me to your circle.

If you are already on Google+ what other features or benefits have you found useful?

This blog post is part of a 7-Day Blogging Challenge hosted by Brandy Mychals. You can participate in the challenge too by going to http://brandymychals.com/mb/7-day-blogging-challenge/

Tasking

Dawn Cullo — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 14:33:49 +0000

I have a a few techniques that I would like to share with you today that help me make an effective task. I make my task list for the next day before I go to bed. This is helpful because the house is quiet and I can actually have some time to myself to think clearly. It is almost like journaling, but I call it tasking. Doing this activity prior to falling asleep helps to clear my mind and I have found that I actually sleep better when I make my task list before bed.

For each item on my task list I assign a number, either 1, 2, 3 or 4.

The tasks with the number 1 are those that need to be done today.
The tasks with the number 2 are items that I would be nice if they were done today but not critical.
Items that are number 3 are tasks that need to be done during the week.
Tasks with the number 4 are those I want to get done by the end of the month.

If there are any tasks listed as number 2 and are not checked off by the end of the day then they are bumped up to a number 1 task for the next day.

My Monday task list looks like this:

1. Workout
1. Clean Living room, Dining Room & Bathroom.
1. Clean Litter Box
1. Laundry: Bedrooms
1. Back to School Shopping
1. Write blog post about networking.
1. Follow up with Rachel
2. Listen to Teleseminar
2. Call Mom about Summer Vacation plans
2. Read 10 Pages of personal development book
3. Send in Scholastic Book order for Lily
3. Order Birthday gift for Lily
4. Research Nook Color

Your task list should be created on something that you can take with you and be able to look at several times during the day such as your cell phone. The reason for looking at your list several times a day is so that your tasks and goals are on top of your mind all day. Keeping up with your list on a daily basis takes a lot of dedication. When you are aware of your task list throughout the day you will achieve your goals faster because they are on top of your mind all day long.

Most phones have some kind of notepad program where you can list your tasks. I have the type of phone which has the ability to install applications. One of the applications is called Executive Assistant. With the application Executive Assistant I have the ability to sync my Google task list with my phone. There are so many other features of Executive Assistant, you can check them out here - http://www.appventive.com/executive-assistant. Sometimes you can find the Executive Assistant application in the Amazon Marketplace for free. I am also fond of another application called Springpad – http://springpadit.com/home/

Having the list on your phone is a great idea because when you are waiting in line at the grocery store or sitting your car waiting for your kids to get out of school you can review your list. You use your cell phone several times a day which provides you an opportunity to check your list throughout the day. If you put your list on a piece of paper it will more than likely just get tucked into a deep dark hole in your purse or coat pocket never to be found again.

This blog post is part of a 7-Day Blogging Challenge hosted by Brandy Mychals. You can participate in the challenge too by going to http://brandymychals.com/mb/7-day-blogging-challenge/

Business owners want to hire a new level of support – are you ready? I know I am.

Dawn Cullo — Sat, 06 Aug 2011 13:00:12 +0000

Virtual Assistants, are you ready to step it up and play a bigger role with your clients? I am and I have enrolled in the Online Business Manager Certification program taught by Tina Forsyth. We just started our Summer School portion of the program this week and are learning about Internet Marketing by jumping into the book Pink Spoon Marketing. After the first class I have so many ideas brewing in my head and I can’t wait to make them come to life.

If you’re in the Virtual Assistant field, it’s critical that you read through this blog and educate yourself on this trend in the virtual support industry.

Why?

Because as online based businesses continue to grow and thrive many business owners find themselves ‘tapped out’. They simply can’t do it all themselves anymore and are desperately seeking someone to help them manage their business – they are looking to hire an Online Business Manager (OBM).

It’s no secret… Online Business Managers are not easy to find! There aren’t many out there yet and the few that exist are already busy and don’t have room to take on new clients. So business owners are left hanging…

To meet the demands of keen business owners as well as top notch Virtual Assistants, I’m super excited to tell you about the Online Business Manager Certification Program. It is a 16-week Intensive Training Program for aspiring Online Business Managers led by my friend and colleague Tina Forsyth.

Most online business training programs are directed to the business owner (how to start and grow your own business), however this is truly the only training that is specifically and purposefully taught from the perspective of being the OBM for these business owners.

What’s even better is that with this training and support, there is a community of Online Business Managers who are ready to offer support to each other through the training and beyond.

What does this mean to you?

As a Certified Online Business Manager, it means that you can position yourself, demand higher rates, build amazing relationships with your ideal clients and do what you love every day.

Learn more about this elite program and consider whether you are ready for this commitment I suggest checking out Tina’s Book Becoming an Online Business Manager Playing a Bigger Game with your Clients (and Yourself)

What are you going to do to start playing a bigger game with your clients?

How to Create Information Products that SELL

Dawn Cullo — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 13:00:10 +0000

I signed up for the Income Publishing course with entrepreneur mentor Ali Brown and “InfoProduct Guy” James Roche. It is a 5-part telecourse on how you can create information products that SELL.
The course has already started, but you can still sign up! Upon registration, you’ll receive a link to all the materials, audio recordings, and call transcripts. That means you get all the content from “IncomePublishing Strategies” and it will be yours to keep. Get caught up and join us!
I’ve already created a few Info Products but when I saw the description of this new teleclass I knew that I needed to sign up so that I can learn even more tricks on how to properly price my products, package and sell them.
If you look at some of the most inspiring success stories—from Apple CEO Steve Jobs to the author of the wildly successful Harry Potter novels, J.K. Rowlings—you’ll find one thing in common:
They invested their time and energy to create a quality product, and now they get paid for that product again and again, and again.
But you don’t have to be a computer whiz or a creative genius to achieve this type of success.
In fact, as you read this, there are regular Janes and Joes making an extra $500 to $5,000 a month creating and selling their own products and enjoying the freedom-based lifestyle of their dreams—and they don’t have stores, employees, or any inventory!
And now, it’s your turn…You just need an idea on what you want to create and Ali & James will show you how to do it.
Here is what you get when you sign up.
1. THREE 60-MINUTE TRAINING CALLS with Ali and James walking you through their information-packed “IncomePublishing” course curriculum, step by step. (Calls will be approximately 60-90 minutes each.)
2. A SPECIAL BONUS CALL where James will reveal his simple 4-step plan for designing and teaching effective content
3. A BONUS Q&A CALL on which Ali and James will answer YOUR questions, LIVE!
4. HANDOUTS on all training calls, to help you follow along and best retain what you learn
5. MP3 RECORDINGS of all calls, so you can listen to them over and over on your computer, iPod, or other MP3 player
6. PDF TRANSCRIPTS of all calls, so you can read through them again and again, or look up a particular point quickly
7. BONUS VIDEO: “Online Market Research Made Easy” – In this bonus video you get to look over James’ shoulder as he shows you his simple method to discover niches that sell. You’ll learn step-by-step how to narrow your topic down to the ones that are virtually guaranteed to make you money. He’ll show you the simple and FREE online tools you can use to discover your niche and keywords.
You know that creating Info Products is a MUST for your business, it creates a passive income stream and who better to learn it from than Ali Brown she’s an entrepreneur mentor (and ABC’s “Secret Millionaire”). What are you going to do with your extra monthly income?

Take Your Virtual Assisting to the Next Level

Dawn Cullo — Fri, 06 May 2011 15:15:22 +0000

Leading Virtual Assistant Coach Donna Toothaker has created THE premier membership for VAs, the Step It Up VA Success Circle. Whether you’re a new VA or an established VA, join Donna Toothaker and your peers at the extraordinary membership! Learn more and decide if the Success Circle is right for you.
Donnna Toothaker
I highly recommend Donnna Toothaker’s Step It Up VA Group Coaching programs because I have been a member for a little over a month and in this short time I have already made changes in my business that have helped me to take my Virtual Assistant practice to the next level. Donna presented a call topic on “Packages” and I was able to immediately put her advice to work and add value to my Virtual Assistant practice by bundling services together for one price and this helped me to stop trading dollars for hours.
The Success Circle forum is also an active forum, it is a great place to network with other Virtual Assistants and get immediate advice. I have also found a qualified Virtual Assistant to work on my team. I enjoy the Success Circle forum because I have been able to get feedback from other members on a variety of topics but Donna also posts her feedback there as well. She really does care about her members and give out advice on many of the topics that members post.
For new Virtual Assistants and seasoned VAs of all levels, the Step It Up VA Success Circle will be your ‘ticket’ to new growth and success in your business. Join Donna Toothaker and your peers to learn new strategies and concepts for business success! Learn more and decide if the Success Circle is right for you.

Save on biz success products with Ali Brown’s Mother’s Day Sale

Dawn Cullo — Thu, 05 May 2011 20:16:23 +0000

Entrepreneur mentor and ABC’s “Secret Millionaire” Ali Brown is celebrating Mother’s Day a little early this year.
You see, Ali and her mom always had a strong bond. When Ali was young, her mother taught her to read and write, and they read books together every day. Ali knows it fostered her love for words and communication, which ultimately helped her launch the multi-million dollar business she runs today.
So, to honor the moms in all of our lives, Ali’s offering 30% off ANY of her award-winning products for business and personal success.
TODAY and TOMORROW ONLY, you can visit Ali’s Success Store and enter coupon code MOM30 at checkout and you’ll instantly SAVE 30% on your purchase! Visit Ali’s Mother’s Day Sale here.
Whether you’re just starting out, or are ready to take your business to the next level, you’ll likely find a resource that
can transform your business. Here are just a few:
“21 Cash Flow Strategies: Quick Ideas to Increase Your Cash Flow Now!” – From solving a short-term cash crunch to positioning yourself to gain more high-paying clients automatically, you’ll learn techniques to use, as you need them, on your way to your own ultra-success! ($27 full price – TAKE 30% off!)

“Online Success Blueprint System 2.0″ - My # best-selling product! Follow this easy 7-step program system on how to use the Internet and information products to skyrocket your profits AND your free time. ($997 full price – TAKE 30% off!)
“Secret Energy of Money: How to Attract and Keep More in the Next 12 Months Than You Have in the Past 3 Years” – Stop giving your power away and self-sabotaging your chances for success! This course is designed for every woman who wants to attract and keep more money in her life. You deserve to benefit from all the goodies and life’s pleasures that having more money give you. ($397 full price – TAKE 30% off!)
“Coaching Business Secrets” – A step-by-step program designed for coaches and consultants of all levels to start, run, and grow their coaching business. You’ll get the A to Z’s of running a powerful, profitable coaching program in this 2-day workshop-in-a box. ($2,997 full price – TAKE 30% off!)
“Product Launch System: Proven Formula for Greatest Impact and Maximum Profit” – Designed for entrepreneurs of all levels who want to launch a product, program, or event–and maximize sales in a short span of time. This jam-packed course guides you easily, step-by-step through my proven launch strategies. ($497 full price – TAKE 30% off!)
*Remember* this is a 48-hour ONLY sale that ends TOMORROW at midnight (ET). So, visit Ali’s Success Store now, and be sure to use coupon code MOM30, so you can get the special 30% discount! Visit Ali’s Mother’s Day Sale now
P.S. I know that many of you are moms yourselves, so I hope you remember to treat yourself to something special this Mother’s Day. You deserve it! Visit Ali’s Mother’s Day Sale now, and use that MOM30 coupon code to save.

What is “Kajabi” anyway?

Dawn Cullo — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 07:16:26 +0000

If you’ve paid attention to some of 2010′s biggest launches, you probably noticed one thing they had in common.
List Control
Product Launch Formula 3.0
Video Boss
Outsource Force
All had a little link at the bottom that said “Powered By Kajabi” and until now, not too many people knew what that was about. Today, FINALLY, answers! It’s apparently already changed the way John Reese, Andy Jenkins, Frank Kern, Trey Smith, and Jeff Walker marketed their biggest products this year.
I think it’s going to change the way EVERYONE markets online very soon. And after you watch this, it’ll probably make a convert out of you too. After causing massive curiosity, people were starting to assume that Kajabi was going to be priced out of most people’s range… So they’ve released the sales video. Remember, it’s actually AFFORDABLE, and even still, it’s free to try for two whole weeks. But it’s a limited time deal for the trial, so best to go NOW. http://get.kajabi.com/sales_pages/138?kjba=cb36b06c

I am endorsing this product because I believe that it will change the way product launches will be done and it will make your business run smoother. I will receive an affiliate commission should you click on my links above. How often have you wanted to get your coaching program launched overnight? Why deal with complicated sales pages and junky html coding? Kajabi is your answer, it will free up your time spent on technology so that you have more time to work with clients.

Limited-Time Offer: Save $300 on Ali’s Upgraded Online Success Blueprint System 2.0!

Dawn Cullo — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 22:28:04 +0000

A lot of you are drowning in new information on how to market your business online. You know that blogging, social networking, videos, and Webinars are the hottest tools you should be using, but you either don’t know how to get started or you just can’t keep up with all the trends. Ali Brown was there once too, until she created a genius online marketing system that made her a self-made millionaire and a recent member of the Ernst & Young 2010 Class of Entrepreneurial Winning Women. Ali is the go-to woman when it comes to online marketing.
Ali Brown’s Online Success Blueprint System 2.0 (OSBS 2.0) will navigate you through the fast-changing online world, guiding you step-by-step until you have a solid foundation — your own personal system — set in place for your business.

OSBS 2.0 has a TON of information in it. For starters, you’ll learn:
* Online marketing trends for business
* Getting started with Word Press
* Build or makeover your Website so you actually make money
* Training DVDs, CDs, detailed manuals, a Blueprint poster
* And a LOT more. Get the full scoop on OSBS 2.0 here

Right now, OSBS 2.0 is on sale for just $697 — this is a $300 discount off the regular price! And this special price is only available for 7 days. After next Tuesday, Oct 12th, the price will go up to its regular price of $997. I encourage you to grab the savings now and take advantage of this special introductory offer.
Get your Online Success Blueprint System 2.0 now for just $697
Let Ali guide you in launching the 2.0 version of YOUR business.

The parade of gifts continues at IAWBO

Dawn Cullo — Thu, 23 Sep 2010 05:53:03 +0000

A few weeks ago I blogged about IAWBO’s free virtual gift bag and what a great deal it is. Well, guess what? There’s more. This week, I want you to know there is more, beyond the gift bag… and time is running out!
They’ve gone the extra mile to give you and your business every possible chance to realize success quickly! In addition to the free virtual gift bag we have co-created a MEGA Online Success Package …
It’s an exclusive bundle of thirty (30) best-selling products. A MEGA package at a MINI price!
I saw the immediate value in this package and swooped it up right away and I have to tell you I am mighty impressed with the value and content I have downloaded. The 30 products that are in this package are not fluff, they are products that are sold on these Entrepreneur’s sites. If you bought each one on it’s own you would spend at least $5,000. But think about this, for just $297.00 you can have all of them, it is like buying one and getting 29 for FREE.
Where I really saw the value was in Jennifer Bourn’s product. I really like her and she knows her online marketing and she rocks. Her product includes 7 modules that are presented very well. The other item that I am super jazzed about is the Premium Membership to IAWBO. Gina Bell has really set up a great place for women to grow their business and network. This is my first ‘big girl’ association that I belong to and I am really looking forward to being a part of the group.
Here’s a tiny peek at just 10 of the 30 products you’ll have access to:
Premium Membership to IAWBO
Online Marketing & Organic SEO Acceleration Course from Jennifer Bourn of Bourn Creative
Your Personal Wealthy Mindset Blueprint – Transform your vision into reality! from Linda P. Jones
Grow Up Your Business: Stop Flying by the Seat of Your Pants! from Joan Friedlander of Life Work Business Partners
How to do Your own PR from Elena Verlee, President of PR in Your Pajamas
Jumpstart Your Biz Kit from Katrina Sawa of Jump Start Your Marketing
How to Ask for Money Quickstart Program from Barbara Bellissimo of HowToAskForMoney.com
Protecting Your Brilliant Real Business in the Virtual World: Terms of Use and Privacy Policies from Jessica Eaves Mathews
Proven Publicity & Online Press Release System from Lisa Manyon
Easy Article Submission Secrets from Lisa Angelettie
And this is just scratching the surface! There are 20 more products included.
Just imagine how access to this valuable information will impact your business. You’ll be able to dip into the package whenever you’re stuck or want to leap to the next level.
Now, if you were to purchase each item separately it would cost more than $5000.00
But that’s not what you’ll pay. Not even close to that…
For the month of September only you’ll get the whole kit and caboodle for just $297.00 (Yes, all 30 products!)
The deal of the century is waiting for you at IAWBO’s Mega Package site.
Are you ready to achieve more online in record time? Run – don’t walk – and get your MEGA package now!
And one more thing – if you want to help promote this awesome program you can go to http://www.iawbo.com/buzz/ and sign up to be an affiliate. But first you need to get your free gift bag, so do that and then go to the promotion site.

Website Creation Workshop with Christina Hills

Dawn Cullo — Thu, 23 Sep 2010 03:23:40 +0000

My friend Christina Hills is teaching a Website Creation Workshop and there are only 4 days left to register. If you are a ‘do it yourself’ kind of person and need a website then this course is for you.
Her course consists of :
Your Own “Student Project” WordPress® Website
8 Website Creation Training Modules
8 Live Q&A Coaching Teleseminar Sessions
8 Live Demo Coaching Webinars
Private “Classroom” Members Area
Mini Training Videos to walk you through the setup of your website.
Audio Downloads to Your iPhone or iPod of the classes recorded for you so that you can listen to them via iTunes.
MP3 Audio Downloads of each Audio Training Module and each Teleseminar Q&A Call (In case you miss a call)
Demo Webinar Video Replays
Transcripts of the Weekly Training Modules and the Wednesday Q&A Coaching Teleseminars
Plus you will get these bonus items:
Graphics For Your Site!
“Getting Started with Autoresponders course”
“Sell Your Ebook Now in Your Shopping Cart System Training Program”
“Shopping Cart Setup Fast Track”
Check out Christina Hills Program today
Claim Your Seat in “Website Creation Workshop” Now!
Registration is limited!
She also just put up 4 new videos, case studies to show you some of the beautiful and exciting websites that you can make when you take the Website Creation Workshop.
Go watch these videos now where Christina shows you a range of websites that some of her students have built including regular websites, blogs, coaching websites, ecommerce stores, brick and mortar business sites, optin and landing page sites, and sales letter sites.

Sunrise Virtual Services » Recommended

Klutzy Cell Phone Users Unite, Google+ Can Save Your Mobile Photos Automatically

Tasking

Business owners want to hire a new level of support – are you ready? I know I am.

How to Create Information Products that SELL

Take Your Virtual Assisting to the Next Level

Save on biz success products with Ali Brown’s Mother’s Day Sale

What is “Kajabi” anyway?

Limited-Time Offer: Save $300 on Ali’s Upgraded Online Success Blueprint System 2.0!

The parade of gifts continues at IAWBO

Website Creation Workshop with Christina Hills

Check out Christina Hills Program today Claim Your Seat in “Website Creation Workshop” Now! Registration is limited!

Check out Christina Hills Program today
Claim Your Seat in “Website Creation Workshop” Now!
Registration is limited!