Ivana Banks
I am a small business owner who is in the business of conducting premium insurance audits. I love to explore the ways that business owners can capitalize on the changing economy and trends of the world. As an auditor, I am able to get a first hand look at what companies are doing or not doing, which determines the success of the company. Therefore you can expect to see topics from this issue as they arise.
I also like to read and share other topics that I'm interested in such as wellness/health, self empowerment concepts, emerging new online careers, and a host of others.
Thank you for taking the time to read my biography and I hope that you find value in what I have to share.
~Ivana Banks
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I also like to read and share other topics that I'm interested in such as wellness/health, self empowerment concepts, emerging new online careers, and a host of others.
Thank you for taking the time to read my biography and I hope that you find value in what I have to share.
~Ivana Banks
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How to Make Money in 2011 and BeyondWith tremendously high unemployment rate teetering at around 10%, it is no wonder why many employed people are asking "How can I make money in 2011 and beyond?" This article shows you how!
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Career Options for Students Who Major in Natural SciencePresently, students who major in natural science degrees will experience vast opportunities within the near future. Career opportunities are expected to expand to 8% from now until the year of 2018.
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5 Tips to an Effective Sales LetterMillions of people just like you and are asking, "Are there any tips on how to write a sales letter, example included?" In this article, we discuss how to write a sales letter that does just what it is intended to do...sell!
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College Textbooks for Rent: Will They Save You Money?Are you researching ways to save money on your college expenses? If so, then read this article for information on college textbooks for rent, and the best places to get them.
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Best 5 Places to Buy College Books with Free ShippingIf you would like to save money on your college textbooks, then you are like most students. One way that you save money is to buy college books with free shipping. Here we list the top 5 companies!
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6 Keys to a Perfect Marketing Plan Executive SummaryOften times, people who are writing their business plans are unsure as to what needs to be include in the marketing plan executive summary. If this sounds like you, then read this article which gives you 6 key elements to a perfect executive summary.
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Are You Required to Pay Estimated Tax?Do you need to pay estimated tax? In this article, we discuss who is required to pay.
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Simple and Easy Tips: Sample Letter of Cancellation of a Business ContractIf you are attempting to cancel a business contract with another party, chances are you will need to write a letter of cancellation of a business contract. Here, we give you simple and easy tips to writing your letter in no time.
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Tips and Tricks for a Perfect Sample Letter of Business ClosureDo you need a letter of business closure? If the answer is yes, then read this article for the 3 types of sample letter of business closure documents for your business partners, suppliers, and customers.
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Palm Springs Sites: Top 3 Off-Road Jeep ToursLooking for an exciting day of off-road jeep tours in Palm Springs. If your answer is yes, then buckle up and enjoy an overview of the top 3 jeep tours that Palm Springs has to offer.
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Top 4 Palm Springs Family RestaurantsPalm Springs is host to a variety of family restaurants with a variety of dining styles. Here's the top 4 latest family restaurant picks!
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Top 3 Outdoor Things to Do in Palm SpringsPalm Springs is not only the play ground to movie stars, but it's also home to the best outdoor activities. Such as hiking, taking a trip to the local zoo, and leisurely riding the world famous Palm Springs Aerial Tram. -
How to Switch from an Employee to an Independent ContractorIndependent contracting can be a great way to get in the driver seat of your own destiny, and earn the income you truly deserve. In this article, we explain how.
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Tips on How to Recognize Illegal Acts from Credit Repair ServicesDon't get scammed by another credit repair service. Instead, know what scams to look for, before paying your money!
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Capture Your Competitors Customers by Offering a Unique PerspectiveBy studying your competition, you can snag apart of their customers by offering something that they are lacking.
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Top 5 Reasons to Start a Office Cleaning ServiceLooking to start an office cleaning service? Learn the top 5 reasons why the janitorial service industry can work for you.
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The Health Care Bill and the Impact on Your Small Business TaxesYou will be shocked that a section in the health care bill has nothing to do with health care, but everything to do with your small business taxes.Also published on:
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5 Tips on What Customers Want to See on a WebsiteSmall businesses that know what their customers want to see on a website, always have a leg up on the competition. -
Successful Small Businesses Have 6 Key TraitsA study found that small businesses have 6 essential traits that make them successful. How do you rate? -
Regularly Managing Small Business Finances Don't Have to Be DifficultThrow away that old excuse that you are not good in managing business finances because you were never "good at math". After all, it is your name on the outside of that building, not your accountant's.
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5 Business Functions that Can Be OutsourcedOutsourcing your key departments may be a way to get quality performance for a fraction of the cost.
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Top 5 Ways to Pitch Your Business Idea to InvestorsPitching your business idea to investors can be a stressful ordeal.By sticking to these 5 golden rules, you will have a better idea of what investors are looking for in a new business venture.
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5 Ways to Make Your Home-Based Business Thrive Without Losing Your SanityNot all home-based businesses should remain "home-based". By using these 5 tips, you can begin to expand your business outside the bounds of your home's four walls without loosing your mind. -
Psychology of Debt: The 4 Types of Borrower ProfilesAccording to Garrett Sutton, author of the book "The ABC's of Getting Out of Debt", all people are apart of a category of psychological debt. As a result, he has found that each borrower falls into 4 types of these categories. -
How to Know Whether Your Home-Based Business is Fit for Your HomeBefore you begin your home-based business, there are a few question that you should ask yourself. -
3 Ways to Effectively Communicate Your Company's PolicyHaving your employees understand your company policies will be vital to the level of professionalism that you expect.Therefore,you can make sure that your employees are fully aware of your company's policies, by knowing when to communicate them.
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The Pros and Cons of Owning Your Small BusinessIt's not enough to just own your small business, you must successfully own your small business. Therefore, in this article we take a look at the pros and cons of owning your own business.
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Conduct Your Own Market Research on a Shoestring BudgetStarting a new business can be an huge financial undertaking. Conducting your own market research can greatly save you money to put towards your other financial responsibilities. -
How to Make Your Website's Page Views SoarIt is not enough to throw up a sub-par website and expect daily visits. If you want daily page views, then you must create a site that is both informative and engaging.
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The ABC's of Effective Business Plan PreparationWriting a business plan does not have to be something that you dread. However, if you begin by being well prepared, then your business plan can come together almost effortlessly.
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Expanding Your Marketing Efforts by Using 3 Online Advertising MethodsYou can create an effective marketing campaign by using these simple 3 online advertisement options.
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How to Make Sure Your Email Marketing Campaign is Not Labeled as SpamBy using good email etiquette, your emails will not get labeled as SPAM. -
Email Marketing: How to Increase Your Open RateEffectively managing your email campaigns will be the best thing that you can do. By improving upon your Open Rate, you will be able to know whether individuals are truly reading your emails.
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Employee Turnover Will Cost Your CompanyHigh employee turnover should never be allowed to continue in any company. Not only does it appear unprofessional to your customers, but it cost you in money, time, and productivity.
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Is Your Small Business Ready to Begin Hiring?Deciding to hire new employees is not simple as you may think. There are some issues that you need to resolve before placing that "Help Wanted" ad.
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How to Minimize Your Liability While Hiring Non-EmployeesSome small business owners are under the impression that just because they hired leased employees or independent contractors that it releases them from all liability. Not so fast! You can still be held liable.
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How to Measure Your Employee's ProductivityThe best way to determine whether your employee is working to their greatest capacity is to measure their productivity. Depending of your operations, there are ways to manage productivity effectively.
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Symptoms of Stress and How to Manage ItEveryone has experienced stress in their lives at one point or another. However, allowing stress for prolonged periods of time can be extremely unhealthy. Therefore, this article will explain the common symptoms of stress and how to manage it. -
5 Ways to Monitor Your Blood Pressure at HomeAccording to the American Heart Association, you can monitor your blood pressure by using these 5 easy tips. -
7 Ways to Use Internet Marketing While on a Shoestring BudgetThis article includes a list of 7 online sites that offer free or discounted internet marketing resources. These marketing resources are great for start-up companies who need to begin successfully marketing their business.
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The Top 5 Mistakes Made by Start-up CompaniesSome small businesses fail because of major flaws in their stategy. Therefore, this article list the top 5 mistakes made by business owners.
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High Blood Pressure is a Silent KillerAccording to the American Heart Association, high blood is pressure is called the "silent killer" because there are no symptoms. Furthermore, high blood pressure patients have a 70% chance of developing serious cardiovascular conditions.
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Top Five Difficult Interview Questions that Will Be Asked on Your Next InterviewGoing to an interview? Before you do, find out the top 5 questions that you will most likely be asked.
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6 Easy Steps in Lowering Blood Pressue NaturallyA healthy lifestyle is the first defense against developing terminal diseases. Certainly, high blood pressure is no exception. So start lowering your high blood pressure naturally, by adding these 6 simple steps.
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Manage Your Food AllergiesSome of America's most common foods can cause severe allergic reactions in both adults and children. The common foods on this list will shock you.
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Heartburn and Heartburn ManagibilityThere are guaranteed ways to prevent heartburn right before it starts. -
BP Gulf Coast Oil Spill Dilemma: To Top Kill? or Not to Top Kill?Are we on the brink of a solution to the Gulf Coast Oil Spill? Or are we just treading in muddied waters? -
Why It's Okay to Have the Quitter's FluSmokers experience physical and mental anguish after quitting smoking, which could be quite difficult to handle. However, the benefits of a healthy lifestyle will far outweigh the temporary discomfort.
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Is Our Meat Slowly Killing Us?Recent research has found that certain types of meat, increases our risk of terminal illness by as much as 42%.
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The Golf Oil Spill is a Crime Scene!We are now a month into the Gulf Oil Spill disaster. Do we know anymore than we did a month ago? -
Personal Protection Should Be Your Main ConcernChicago Safety Products offers a wide variety of personal safety devices and home security systems. Their top 3 sellers are inexpensive, easy to use, and essential to your personal safety needs.
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Palm Springs Gold's GymGold's Gym in Palm Springs, CA is the place to go no matter what level of fitness you are in. This gym prides itself in being ahead of the pack when it comes to the latest in fitness systems and equipment.
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Pilates Palm Springs StudioPilates Palm Springs is one of the best studios in Palm Springs, CA that teaches the "tried-and-true" method of Pilates originally taught by Joseph Pilates.
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Cure Your Upset Stomach by Using Home RemediesUpset stomach? Why pay more for those pricey over-the-counter drugs, when you can use home remedies that really work.
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Is a 4-Day Work Week in Your Future?How would you like to work 4 days a week and get the same pay? Wait...before you send your boss a demand letter, read this article. It may not be the best option for you.
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My Most Recent Top 3 Internet Videos on YouTubeChill-out, relax, and read my top 3 picks for viral videos on YouTube!
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The Top 3 Most Romantic Restaurants in Palm Springs, CAThis article takes a look at Palm Springs's 3 most romantic restaurant spots.
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Small Business Fraud is on the RiseSmall business fraud has increased over the years, even more so since the recession. However small businesses can fight back by implementing consistent and strong internal controls.
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The Top 3 Microbreweries in CaliforniaLet's talk a look at the Golden State's top 3 microbreweries!
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The Top 3 Bars in Palm Springs, CaliforniaWhat is Palm Springs's best kept secret? It's bars! In this article we explore the top 3 bars of this sunny city.
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Understanding DiabetesDiabetes is a condition that effects millions of people every year. In this article, we explain the symptoms, diagnoses, and treatment of diabetes.
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Alleviating Migraine HeadachesAlthough the causes of migraines are unclear. However, in this article we discuss the different preventive measures that are taken to alleviate or stop the pain.
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Effective Management of AsthmaAsthma is a serious condition that effects millions every year. This article list ways that a person can effectively manage this condition
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Symptoms and Common Treatments of Carpal Tunnel SyndromeCarpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) effects many Americans every year from repetitive motion of the wrist. In this article we discuss diagnoses and treatment of this this syndrome.
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Save Money on Your Business InsuranceSaving money on your business insurance is a little more involved than just selecting the most economic policy. In this article, we explore two effective ways in making sure that you are not overpaying in insurance.
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You Don't Have to Sacrifice the Quality of Your Operations Due to Lay OffsThis article discusses ways that you can still maintain low cost professional standards, even after you've laid-off your experienced staff members.
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Small Business Owners Take Action to Survive the Financial CrisisThis article is about surviving the financial crisis by business owners taking sound and corrective actions.
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Why Are Women Still Making 77 Cents on the Dollar?In this article, we explore the three theories that attempt to explain why there is still a pay gap, amongst men and women.
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How to Lower Your Blood PressureBy following these 4 easy steps, you can improve your blood pressure readings and decrease your risk of getting hypertension.