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Why post your blog at ItsWorthSaying.com?
Because your posts go into the general discussion - meaning you have an audience!  Compare this to making a blog elsewhere and trying to create a following of readers...
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One of the best ways to gain exposure for your business is to have others talking about it.  This is exactly how trademe.co.nz became popular in New Zealand - they called it the barbecue talk, where people raved about how they got a bargain or sold something they no longer needed.  Trademe didn't need to spend any money marketing or promoting their business - people did it for them.  This is perfect word of mouth marketing. Read more

A lot of successful business owners use a coach as an advisor or sounding board.  I've been using Dave Gaynor from FR Development for several years now.  Dave runs a group called 'Power of 10', which I find extremely valuable.
The concept is simple - 10 business owners working together for a year.  Dave facilitates monthly sessions where we brainstorm business ideas and develop strategies for growth.
Some of the things we've covered so far are: Read more

Is there a book that you have read that is so great that you want to recommend it to others? Read more

I've taken a moment to reflect on the year that was 2008.  I've learnt from things that could've been better, am grateful for all that is going well and am looking forward to an awesome 2009.
I hope 2009 is a fantastic year for you.  Happy New Year!

Did anyone go to the boxing day races in Palmerston North?  Boxing day races is usually about the trackside party.  Things may have changed now that you can't take your own alcohol.  Anyone on theforumpost go?  What was it like?
The weather certainly was stunning in Palmerston North yesterday.  The prediction is for a nice long hot 2008/2009 summer.  Nice.

Did you have a fantastic christmas?
We had a really full day - spending time with family, eating heaps of yummy food.  The kids all had a great time - so many presents.
We're off camping tomorrow - should be great.  Sunshine, bbq's, beer, fun with kids, connecting with nature.

What will 2009 bring for you?  Do you have any new years resolutions planned?
I have thought about the following:

More time for myself
A hot date with my wife each week
Space to create and develop new businesses

What about you?

Do you feel like you're on holiday?  I've just popped into the office today to clear my desk - ready for a fantastic month off.  Some fantastic space coming up - time to do some thinking around my next projects + some camping, trips to the beach, catching up with family and friends...