Sunday, May 31, 2015

Relationships can be like a Tug-of-War - 3 Ways to Repair Broken Relationships

Listen – we know your company is really good at what you do. Otherwise you wouldn’t be still in business and looking for affordable ways to market your business.

But you’re not as good at digital marketing as we are. We promise. And we’re not talking about just providing email marketing or social media marketing. KAZ Communications Network is the best in the country at developing affordable comprehensive marketing campaigns that engage all of your customers and future customers fast. And we want to work for your team.

You know in your heart you could grow faster if coming up with creative marketing campaigns were not slowing you down. Isn’t that what’s keeping you up at night how to keep your loyal customers and increase your sales especially during seasonal down times? And isn’t that why you’re here? 
Many email marketing blogs, seminars, presenters (including me) tells you that email marketing is an “engagement tool”.  What does that mean really?  It’s actually the best way to turn your existing customers into VIP Loyal Customers.
3 Ways to Repair Broken Relationships:
Secrets to Successful Email Marketing Campaigns
   1. Begin Basic Communication – What type of communication are you most comfortable with? What makes you feel safe? No matter how you choose to initiate, remember fear is normal. Start with a “Welcome” email campaign. Maybe call and leave a message when they’re not likely to pick up or text them. Whatever the case, initial communication can look different for each of us. Above all, be sure to clarify your goals for contacting them upfront. Describe what that might look like – “I’d like to invite you to be one of our Loyal VIP Customers” or “I’d like for us to meet over coffee once per month”. Note: This could be a monthly event at your store or office.  Keep the message brief, not providing too many details but remain committed and ready for this new season of increased sales.

   2. Pace Yourself – The process of restoration is a marathon not a sprint. It takes a while to rebuild  relationships. Start slow. Be brave. Prepare yourself for the fact a customer may not even reciprocate. They may not be ready. Respect their choices, too. They may not be ready to buy your products – and that’s okay. Know that your ability to reach out is enough. Remember, your overall sales does not depend on one person’s willingness to purchase your products today, but it may be tomorrow, next week, next month, or next year.  Be patient.

   3. Be Consistent – It amazes me how many of us underestimate the power of being consistent. It does not mean you delete contacts from your email messages because you don’t see where they opened your email, but it does mean you allow yourself to build trust by remaining consistent with your commitments. It reminds me of this positive thought.

Meet your customers where they are… 
Got to give the people what they want.”

KAZ Communications Network is a Customer Relationship Marketing firm (CRM) that leverages an integrated marketing model composed of total traditional advertising, Email, CRM, and Social Media platforms.  We’ve got the goods, and we want to share them with you. Let’s get to know each other better. 

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Wednesday, January 14, 2015

KAZ Shares Tax Advantages: Business Owner/Employee/Home Base Business


As we move into the 2nd half of 2015, it comes to my attention that many people (including me) are not really understanding our Income Tax benefits for each of our business decisions.  No one really breaks down the tax money matters so that we can make informed decisions with how we choose to make a living which should include TAX ADVANTAGE BENEFITS. 


Many people (parents, educators, and religious leaders) focus on teaching us to: Get a good education so you can get a great job to afford to take care of yourself and family obligations. You see, they are comfortable with having enough to get by and maybe a few dollars left over for emergencies.  This idea was considered "The American Dream". You know, the "40-40-40plan - work 40 years for somebody else, 40 hours per week to retire with 40 percent of your income.  I actually bought into that theory partially because I was a single Mom raising three (3) beautiful daughters with a house, car payments, and all the dressings.


The main message in this "40-40-40" plan is that this system is made for the rich while the rest of us remain enslaved to the system.  But, this is NOT the truth. Let's dissect the basic truth in today's  "American Dream".  One of the opportunities to be independently wealthy begins with understanding the INCOME TAX advantages as an EMPLOYEE - BUSINESS OWNER - HOME BASED BUSINESS OWNER.  In today's economy, having a job is great but when it comes to having a two (2) income household i.e. you having 2 jobs or both husband and wife have jobs, it's time to re-think the tax advantages of this decision.


Did you know that the Income Tax structure is designed for the Employee and Business Owner (not the rich and poor)?  Did you know that there are about 422 Tax Credits available for a Home Based Business?  Many choose to take advantage of these credits as a Non-Profit company but there are major government regulations associated with the Non-profit industry that one must comply. The following are just a few highlighted Income Tax Credits for you to consider. Remember: Always consult with your Tax Accountant before making any tax decisions.

1. CAR - .58.5 cents per mile/ 12,000 miles per year equals $6000, Plus your tolls. 
2. Vacation/Travel. - Other businesses only get to write off 50% of their travel because it’s incidental to their business. When Travel is your business, you take 100% write offs.

3. Home Office - Your business is in your home therefore a portion of your Mortgage, Rent, light, gas & utilities. 
4. Children – Hire your Children. Kids between the ages of 7 – 18 can be paid $5,450 per year. That’s $5,450 per child; per year will be a write off for your business because they will be an employee of your business. 
5. Computer – Home Computer, Laptop, Printer, DVD Player, T.V., Shredder.
6. Office Furniture/Office Supplies - Desk, Chair, File Cabinet, any Business 
     Equipment/Furniture, Printing paper, Ink, Pens, Pencils, Receipts, Books, etc
7. Cell Phones – Put your cell phone number on your business cards & talk 
     business on your calls.
8. Education – Any Class/Certification you have to take to further your
     education.
9. Internet Service – You need internet connection for your (travel) business.
10. Food – Business Lunch/Dinner. Get Costco or BJ’s Business Card and a portion 
       of your food you buy is a write-off (Travel Parties & Grand Openings)
11. Cable Bill – because of 2 channels….. The Travel & Weather we need to keep up 
       to speed with our business. What plan has both of these channels on them that 
       you can write off??? Think about it.

REMEMBER: The Tax system was created for two different people (not the rich and the poor) but for the Employee and Business owner. If you do not own a business with the intent to make a profit, you have none these tax advantages. These are just a few of the many write-offs you may be able to take.

There are actually over 422 different write-offs that can enable you to put an extra $3,000 to $15,000 in your pocket each and every year. Those who don’t know this are the VERY UNFORTUNATE ONES.
 
Always talk to a tax professional regarding your specific situation. Resource: “It’s How Much You Keep That Counts” By Ronald R. Mueller, MBA, Ph.D.

Many of us may already be Business Owners and/or Home Base Business Owners but not aware of all the tax advantages. This is the perfect time to work with your tax accountant for these tax advantages.  



If you are an employee, it's DECISION TIME!

You can have a JOB and a home based business as your #2.

Interested in a HOME BASE BUSINESS...

Getting Paid to do What you are Already Doing Anyway?

Traveling, Concerts, Super Bowl Games, Disney Theme Parks 


LET'S TALK!

Petra Parker, CEO/Owner

KAZ Diversified LLC

http://bit.do/buildyourbusiness

Travel Business Manager

678-250-5731


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"#1 Home Base Business Opportunity"