Mitch Biggs
Diverse background with a passion for the small business community.
Currently developing retail opportunities in the Health Care Industry
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Displaying Results 1 - 79 (of 79) for Yahoo! Voices
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How I Re-Invented My Career in a Difficult Job MarketIt requires discipline, creativity and tenacity to land dream jobs regardless the economic conditions. Hopefully this story will inspire your own success!
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Home Ownership Has Shifted from ATM to Boat AnchorThe era of flipping homes and riding the wave of appreciated home values has come to a screeching halt. There is no doubt it is a buyers market. The problem is that there are too few buyers. -
Capitalism's KryptoniteCapitalism abhors regulation. As the saying goes, if you know the rules you can play the game. The current players are not certain of the rules. As a result, they are choosing not to play. -
Selecting the Right Business Broker to Market and Sell Your BusinessHere are a few questions that you should use to interview a Business Broker when making a selection for a professional to market and sell your business. -
CBS Interview with MonaVie DistributorsCBS Interview of MonaVie Distributors on Virginia This Morning Segment. Emerald Executives, Mitch and Ashley Biggs, discuss the product benefits and business model. -
Three Things Congress Must Do to Fix Our CountryThere are three things that must be done to restore the American Spirit. Like the legs of a stool, these three accomplishments will provide the necessary support for the next wave of growth in this great country. -
Americans Will Advance Their Journey to Prosperity but the Vehicle Will Be Much DifferentJust as we have witnessed the oil boom, the manufacturing boom, the real estate boom and the dot com boom '" we are now in the infancy of the wellness boom fueled by baby boomers and home based businesses. -
Baby Boomers and Their Final BoomThis final chapter of the Baby Boomer saga will place an irrefutable exclamation mark on this generation that has the machinations of changing commerce behaviors in America. -
Warning! Bad Economic Trend AheadRegardless what the pundits may be saying about the holiday spending compared to last year and what that may suggest about consumer confidence, the current trend is ominous.
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Why The Stimulus Did Not WorkGovernment creates incentive for job growth, not creation. The failed stimulus will be a case study and debated for years.
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Weight Loss System that Pays You MoneyIt's simple, delicious, you get rapid results and fairly compensated to share your story. I've used notches on my belt that I thought I would never see again. -
The Business Case for Network Marketing Industry GrowthNetwork marketing will satisfy the insatiable appetite for the aging boomers to stay in the game. Getting paid to market a product without the constraints of a traditional job will be very appealing to these reluctant retirees. -
The Covered Call Option Investment Strategy and when to Use ItCovered Calls is the least risky of all option investing and the easiest to understand. -
Creating Your Own Financial RecoveryMany people lose sight of the fact that they can give themselves a pay raise with an effective tax strategy.Also published on:
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How Would Thomas Jefferson Vote Today?While there is certainly a need for government, too much of a good thing can become a liability. The dilemma lies in who decides how much is enough.
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Creating a Simple and Effective Family BudgetThere are basically 3 types of expenses you need to account for; Fixed, Variable, Periodic.
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Five Steps to Recover from Any Financial SetbackGetting out of bad debt (credit card debt, high interest loans, etc -- ) and establishing an emergency fund is 80% of the answer to financial independence. -
3 Things You Must Know About Credit Card Default and Late PaymentsThe facts are that the credit card company will recover much more "bad debt" working with the customer rather than transferring your account to a debt collection agency or law firm. -
An Historic Look at Mid-Year Election Cycles and What it Means in 2010In 2010, the American People are not voting for a new president, they will be holding the Democratic Party accountable for failing to deliver on the Six for 2006. -
Why I Will Attend Glenn Beck's Restoring Honor RallyGlenn Beck has resonated with the heartbeat of America. Americans are tired of working hard to see their tax dollars disrespected. I believe we have reached a tipping point.
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The Economy Through the Eyes of Our Investment ClubIs it likely that our investment club is a microcosm of families across the country?
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The Truth About Congress, Deficits, National Debt and SpendingWhen the economy experiences robust growth, tax revenues support rational spending. It is a double edge sword when the economy stalls as revenues are down and the expectation to spend money to stimulate the economy increases.
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An Elevator Speech Formula that Works Every TimeElevator pitches or speeches are designed as conversation ice breakers that stimulate interest and ascertain disinterest in a very short period.
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Blood on Wall Street; Pain on Main Street; Politics in WashingtonOnce printing money continues at a rate slowed only by the ability to keep ink in the press and interest rates are zeroed out; what next?
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Three Reasons Glenn Beck is a Modern Day MosesGlenn Beck is a modern day Moses that will lead God's people to recapture the promised land they have been granted over 200 years ago but allowed complicity in deceit to erode its sacred framework.
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Why President Obama is at Risk for ImpeachmentHis ideological narcissism is more of a threat to our nation than a stain on a dress during a critical lapse of judgment. -
Why Industry Multiples Can Be Dangerous When Valuing a BusinessThere is nothing wrong with running the numbers to get a feel for what a business could be worth. When it comes time to actually sell the business, do not short change yourself and let a professional determine the proper price. -
The Best Way to Buy a BusinessThe perfect business for you is probably not officially on the market. If you are serious about acquiring a business you should strongly consider retaining a business broker to represent your interest on the buy side. How does buy-side brokering work? -
Has Someone Moved Wall Street's Cheese? What Happened to All the Growth?Wise investors will note the favorable earnings story while also scrutinizing top line revenue performance. -
Live Within Your Means: The Most Important Money Lesson I Have LearnedCan you imagine a world with no mortgage, no car payments and no credit cards? That is the world you should create. Live within your means.
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Determining If You Have a Sellable Business that Will Attract BuyersWhat are the things that a buyer really evaluates when scanning the business horizon for their next investment? I have narrowed it down to three fundamental things regardless of price.
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Let a Business Broker Find Your Next OpportunityIt is all about networking and getting in front of the decision makers. Many investors are turning to buying businesses for their return on investment rather than traditional vehicles.
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What is a Business Valuation? My Top Five Reasons You Should Pay for ItI do not know how Webster defines a Business Valuation but here is my definition: "The price a qualified buyer will pay a motivated seller." -
Finding a Good Business Broker - The First Meeting with a Business BrokerBusiness owners that are serious about selling their business should find a good business broker while they focus on the operations and fundamentals that will make the business attractive to qualified buyers.
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Marketing Your Business for Sale to Qualified BuyersOnce you are confident you have the price established for your business, the marketing plan is the most important step to attract qualified buyers. -
Why Raising Taxes Decreases Revenue in the United StatesA good tax advisor is going to seek out loopholes or effective strategies to keep more money in your pocket.
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Where to Enjoy the Best Burger in Richmond, VirginiaWhen you have a hankering for a great juicy burger, where is the best place to enjoy a hamburger in Richmond, Virginia?
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Earn Out Provisions: How to Properly Structure Earn Out ProvisionsEarn out provisions are simple to structure but often difficult to execute. The key to earn out provisions is simplicity. -
Earn Out Provisions: Are You Using All the Tools Available to Close Business Transactions?How comfortable are you with the earn out provision? Earn out provisions can mean the difference between walking a qualified buyer and closing the deal.
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Lame Duck President with Majority Control in Congress and 3 Years Remaining?|Barack and a Hard PlaceSure there is an anti-incumbency tone; however, the clear agenda over the next few years is to minimize the damage of the healthcare reform bill which has become law.
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12 Step Proven Process for Selling BusinessesThere is a business of selling businesses provided by many professional business brokers. Sometimes they may be referred to as Business Intermediaries. -
The Role of the American Public in Healthcare ReformThe American Public must decide if they value freedoms and what role government should have in their lives. Do we condone an ever expanding government?
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Healthcare Reform Bill Abortion Controversy Challenges Roe V Wade DecisionThe very issue (abortion) that is at the heart of the controversial healthcare refom bill is a matter of personal privacy granted by the Ninth Amendment. Healthcare will be mandatory. -
Healthcare Bill ShowdownMassachusetts was the adjunct pilot program for the healthcare bill. The Massachusetts state government has had to rely on years of federal subsidizing to keep the program afloat.
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3 Easy Steps to Dramatically Increase Page Views on Your Associated Content ArticlesThere are 3 easy steps to increase page views. Much like driving a car, getting the keys is an important component, but you must have gas and you need skill. See my results! -
Glenn Beck Espouses Faith, Hope and CharityGlenn Beck has connected with a central theme that appears to have substance with his viewers. He has repackage his message into three simple tenets of Faith, Hope and Charity.
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Why President Obama Has Lost His MojoDid Sarah Palin steal your mojo? How could it be? She is not a constitutional scholar from Harvard. Mojo is not an intellectual commodity or finite.
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The Best Thing Health Care Reform AccomplishedThank You Health Care Reform! The sleeping giant has been wakened. Americans are more engaged in politics than ever before. Fundamentally, it is because our trust has been violated.
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From F-15 Fighter Jet to Airplane Owner | a Look into General AviationMy recent journey has been in the amphibian seaplane circle which is far removed from my F-15 experience yet in some respects more rewarding. -
Health Care Reform Grievances of a Doctor in a Letter to His SenatorA doctor outlines his grievances with the proposed Health Care legislation page by page in an adapted letter to his Senator.
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The 912 Project | Glenn Beck Reflects on the 1 Year AnniversaryGlenn Beck recapped the one year milestones of the 912 project. Here are the Five Accomplishments for the 912 project anniversary. -
Recasting Your Business Income to Maximize Market ValueDetermining an accurate Seller's Discretionary Cash Flow (SDCF) for a 3 year period is a critical component to obtaining a fair market valuation for a business.
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Time for Term Limits | "Career Politics" Should Be an OxymoronThe mere fact that there is a career path option in politics, it creates a dubious conundrum. Term limits would significantly reduce temptations.
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MLM DichotomyMulti Level Marketing (MLM) evokes a strong opinion when the topic is raised. This discussion is not to make the case for pyramid schemes. I want to explore with you what I call the MLM dichotomy. -
Seller Financing | Make it Part of the DealOnce a business owner understands that their business will not likely be salable without some level of seller financing, their reluctance to provide some level of seller financing is minimized.
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How to Create Income with Associated ContentDetailed discussion showing content contributors what it takes to earn $500 per month. With this formula you can create any earnings goal!
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Awareness TestAre you aware? What does it mean? Quite simply, we all have blind spots in our business endeavors, in our day to day routines, and in our perception of what we see and do.
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Richmond Virginia PoliticsIt will be interesting to see how the local issues impact the national elections in November. When pain is felt at the local level this early in the election cycle, will the people continue to beat the anti-incumbency drum?
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Top 5 Mistakes in Direct Mail CampaignsDirect mailing in this electronic emailing and blogging society has a place for many marketing campaigns. This article discusses the mistakes made not the reason to engage in direct mail. -
Offer to Purchase or Letter of IntentBoth agreements are legal and binding documents and are subject to clauses and conditions of the document, when signed by both the buyer and seller.
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5 Reasons You Should Sell Your Business in 2010There are many factors that determine best timing for selling a small business - the financial condition of the company, valuation, growth cycle, profit history, and the current market. -
Demystifying Business ValuationsBusiness valuations are one of the least understood tools for a business owner. There are many reasons to perform a business valuation. -
Working Capital | Where's the Cash?Buyers, sellers, business brokers and other professionals need to not only understand working capital, but know how to leverage it to close more deals.
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Top 7 Gotcha's at Closing when Buying a BusinessIn addition to the emotion of turning over the keys or leveraging one's life savings for a new venture, there can be a lot of roadblocks along the way. I've listed the Top 7 issues of the 15 most common expressed from a survey of closing attorneys.
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Lies, Damn Lies and Government StatisticsToo often, we think the data is straightforward math and simply draws on the underlying data sources. The reality is quite sobering. The following examples will hopefully illustrate the point.
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Play to Win in 2010!What's on your bucket list? Renew your child like faith. Who would admonish a child for claiming they wanted to be the President, a Police Officer, a Fireman, or even a fighter pilot?
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How to Create a Direct Marketing Campaign and Perform Break Even AnalysisIn a world of increasing online commerce and social networking, is there still a place for old school direct mailing campaigns? The short answer is that it depends.
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Shake the Pilot Furlough Blues and Supercharge Your Pilot IncomeToday the pilot income opportunities are not as prestigious as they once were even for those fortunate enough to secure and hold high enough positions with a major carrier.
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Can You Really Make Money at Home Completing Opinion Surveys?Realistically you will earn up to $20 an hour and that is not going to include the time you spend finding companies that will accept surveys in return for compensation.
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Free Viral Marketing Strategy that Significantly Drives Traffic to Any Internet SiteNow let's wave a magic wand and substantially increase your traffic without changing any of the other variables.
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Mission OrthodoxyMy orthodoxy was with general aviation. As an F-15 driver, my passion was employment of the jet. I often announced that I would retire my g-suit if I ever flew a "perfect mission". -
Magneto Checks, Oil Leaks and Battery ChargingOne sage Buccaneer driver once remarked "If it ain't leaking a little oil then it ain't a real Lake aircraft." Common sense prevailed and I handed her over to the local mechanic shop. -
Walking in the Shoes of an FBO ManagerI spent some time with Joel Truog, director of operations, to discuss his view of the general aviation business. I trust you will find his candid perspective of managing a GA business insightful. -
The Same Wind Blows on Us AllI believe anybody can change their current course with the proper mindset and strategy. The older I get the better I understand patterns and cycles.
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Where is the AOA Indicator?There are many examples of complex to simple scenarios in general aviation. GPS and the glass cockpit evolution are just the tip of the iceberg. The one gadget that needs to find its way into our cockpit is the Angle of Attack indicator or AOA. -
Is My Pilot a Knucklehead?My point is that when you have a phobia of any kind, it does not take much to provoke. Your threshold of acceptance is much lower than in areas of your life where you are at peace.
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Flying Airplanes and MaintenanceAs a fighter jock we did not go to any charm school to learn the finer art of politics. Every now and then you would pick up on some pearls of wisdom at the bar. There were many survival sound bites I adopted over the years. -
Flying Fear and Your CareerFear of flying restricts - or at least burdens - the jobs of millions of Americans. Also acknowledged as aviaphobia, it causes many employees to pass up promotions or fail to go to out-of-town meetings, training events or sales calls.
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How to Deliver a Great Best Man SpeechOne of the most important duties asked of the Best Man is the speech or toast. Delivering a memorable speech will establish you as the BEST man and not simply AVERAGE! Follow these seven simple steps and be a hero!
