OK I feel like I’m inviting you to an Amway party this week – but it’s all in the name of information sharing. Last May I registered for Survey Savvy. They pay you to take surveys online. I have not exactly gotten rich through Survey Savvy – but so far I’ve earned $20 for taking … Continue reading
Category Archives: Business Tools
Internet Security
Today’s Byte is a shorted version of an article I co-wrote with Jan Hepola from Minnesota Technology Inc. It’s all about security and it’s a promotional piece for some upcoming e-commerce classes that are happening at Normandale Community College. I thought you might be interested in the article and maybe the classes. Internet Security is … Continue reading
Contractors and Security and the IRS
I read an interesting article yesterday about the IRS and computer security concerns. Apparently the IRS hired contractors to upgrade their computer systems. The contractors were allegedly not as careful with security as they should have been. And while the IRS acknowledges that security was a problem, they claim it was not a big risk. … Continue reading
All About Trademarks…
This week I’m doing a favor for my brother. He has a really good idea for a State Fair food – and we want to protect the idea as much as possible. A patent seemed like overkill, but we figured a trademark might set up an obstacle to anyone wanting to pick up his idea. … Continue reading
Web-Based Tools for Business People
Tomorrow night I’m giving a presentation for the International Institute for Women Entrepreneurs at the College of St. Catherine. I’m very excited to be speaking at my alma mater. The topic is free web-based business tools. You may have already figured out where this is going… This week’s Byte is actually my notes from the … Continue reading
Online Tax Help
Tax time is right around the corner. If you need to file taxes for a business, the deadline is weeks away. For personal taxes you have a little more time. Either way here are some web sites and info to get you started: Free File (IRS) – Through partnerships with local tax preparers, the IRS … Continue reading
Finding Pictures Online
Normally, I focus on words but sometimes having the right picture really is worth 1000 words. When I need the right picture I often go online. For personal use, say for use in a party invitation, I will admit that I do not adhere to strict copyright law – but them I usually don’t have … Continue reading
Want to Make Money from your Web Site Links?
Many organizations are making money from their web sites through affiliate links. We’ve all seen it, often in the form of a link from a web site to a book listed through Amazon. Click on the link and you find yourself in line to purchase the book. (For an example, check out the Minnesota Rural … Continue reading
Holiday Shopping is Around the Corner
Are you shopping? In the last week I have run into two people who didn’t know about secure web sites. With holiday shopping upon us I thought I should spread the word – in case there are other folks in doubt. Putting your credit card information into a web site is generally safe if the … Continue reading
Tips for Great Online Presentations
Last week I mentioned an online conference on presenting online conferences – well amazingly enough I actually attended it. I thought I’d pass on the highlights to you because I think they’re good reminders for presentation off and online. Here are the top 10 things I learned: Dive into topic – skip long introductions Follow … Continue reading
Byte of the Week 