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Travel One International Business – Is it Worth it

September 12th, 2011

When investing in a Travel One International business the question comes up wondering if it is a scam. Especially with all the claims of quick cash, and along with the old reputation of MLM Network Marketing.

When wanting to know about a scam your more likely to find it in the person trying to recruit you, in their methods and promises. You have to realize that Travel One International is a business opportunity. Meaning you have the opportunity to be successful, and you have the opportunity to fail as well.

Being a Travel One International Rep your job is that of a Travel Agent, making your profit by selling travel packages to customers. Your basically the middle person between your prospect and their destination of choice. » Read more: Travel One International Business – Is it Worth it

Four Steps to Accelerate International Business Growth

September 10th, 2011

U.S. exports continue to grow, but many American companies lack the international business know-how to capitalize on this potential source of increased sales and profits. Proliferating trade agreements and a weakened U.S. dollar have resulted in one of the most favorable export markets in decades. Foreign importers of U.S. goods report an increasing demand for U.S. products–from popcorn to pet food. The U.S. has enjoyed 11 straight quarters of increasing exports–yet with 95 percent of the world’s population residing outside of U.S. borders and an increasingly promising international sales outlook, experts are questioning why only 5 percent of U.S. companies are currently exporting. But how do we initiate and sustain growth in unfamiliar markets

1. DEFINE STRATEGIC NEEDS

Tapping into new markets provides the opportunity for increased revenue and profits. However, this initiative needs to be consistent with the company’s overall strategy. Inconsistent, sporadic, or unfocused deployment of resources directed toward international growth can result in an underperforming initiative that soaks up limited resources with little return. Barriers to entry (duties, regulatory, and trademark restrictions) need to be identified and addressed. A SWOT analysis detailing the company’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats will identify and help maximize the company’s strengths, minimize its weaknesses, and give focus to the international opportunity. » Read more: Four Steps to Accelerate International Business Growth