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QuickBooks Seminars 
The professionals at SME are Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisors. We will be there to help you identify the most effective use of the program, teach you how to use it efficiently in your day-to-day operations, and keep you apprised of system updates.
Our next class will be on Thursday, July 22 at our office from 8:30AM to 5:00PM. To find out more information and to register, visit our website. |
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Marketing Tip from Rebecca Best
The name "elevator pitch" reflects the idea that it should be possible to deliver a message in the time it takes to ride in an elevator, or approximately thirty seconds to two minutes. When working on developing new clients an elevator pitch is often used to summarize professional services and get your point across quickly.
What goes into an elevator pitch? Here's the breakdown:
(1. Introduction) This includes your name, company and position. You may also state 2-3 products or services you offer.
(2. Share a Story) What makes you different from your competition? Share a specific, recent story that illustrates a successful outcome you have produced. Share what makes you unique.
(3. Ask for the Business) A good referral for me is fill in the blank and be very specific.
(4. Call to Action) "So if you see/hear/know of ___________ please give him/her my card."
(5. Tagline) Finish with something that others will remember about you. This could be your own personal tagline or your company's tagline. Remember to restate your name and company.
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Technology Tip from Sharon Bragg  Replacement laptop batteries can cost between $100 and $300; so you need to get all the use you can from your battery. Here are a couple of easy ways to extend your battery life: 1. At least once a month, let the laptop run on battery power until the battery is drained and then re-charge it. This is especially useful if your laptop usually runs on external power. 2. Extreme high or low temperatures can cause battery degradation. Don't leave your laptop in your car for extended periods on hot days or overnight on cold nights. |
