Given cuts to interest rates, recent market volatility and the likely value of state pensions, planning for retirement is now more important than ever. A raft of newly-introduced initiatives gives savers more choice than ever before. Here’s our guide to your options and how to maximise your savings. Pension schemes Pension schemes are some of
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Monthly Archives: February 2017
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Top tips for becoming an effective business leader
by Ben Lobel • • 0 Comments
What does it take to be an effective business leader? Is it instinct, DNA or hard work? Realistically it’s probably a mixture of all three. To be an effective business leader it takes more than being book smart. They inspire, they motivate, they are decisive, and tend to combine these traits with an immense passion
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Sedentary society: UK workers spend nine hours a day sitting down
by Owen Gough • • 0 Comments
Brits who sit for some or most of their working day are piling up an average daily sit-time of nine hours, according to new research into people’s sedentary habits from AXA PPP healthcare. The poll of 2000 workers finds that, while nearly half (46 per cent) sit at work for 4 to 6 hours per
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How to write a brilliant business case
by Ben Lobel • • 0 Comments
Creating a brilliant business case means converting an exciting idea in your head into a compelling story on paper. It means applying logic and reasoning to an idea and creating a credible plan of action. Above all, it requires you to write with clarity. Clarity is the connection of your idea to a coherent set
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Going the distance to get proper financing
by Owen Gough • • 0 Comments
Sometimes borrowing money is the hardest part. No matter what business you are in, there are times when borrowing the money you need to start or expand operations will be a challenge. We’ve all had the experience of calling or sitting across from a financing lender, when they tell us they won’t be able to
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Herbalife Reports 2016 Sales Flat $4.5 Billion
by Ted Nuyten • • 0 Comments
Herbalife Reports Record Full Year 2016 Worldwide Volume; Number of Preferred Members in the U.S. Approximately 300,000; Record Worldwide Sales Leader Retention; Announces a New Share Buyback Authorization of $1.5 Billion.
The company reported record full year 2016 worldwide volume points of 5.6 billion, which represents an increase of approximately 5% compared to 2015. Reported full year 2016 net sales of $4.5 billion was flat, while constant currency net sales increased 6%, both compared to 2015.
On a reported basis, full year 2016 net income was $260.0 million, or $3.02 per diluted share, compared to net income of $339.1 million or $3.97 per diluted share for 2015.
Michael O. Johnson, chairman and CEO of Herbalife, stated,
“2016 was a dynamic and record-breaking year. Our members continue to successfully build customer-focused businesses, which is evident in
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Mike Sims Achieves President Millionaire Rank At WOR(l)D Global Network
by Ted Nuyten • • 0 Comments
In record-breaking time, Mike Sims becomes WOR(l)D’s Newest President Millionaire.
President Millionaire generates over $1.25 million USD of revenue in just 7 days and earns a minimum of $50,000 a week.
Mike Sims states:
“Being a student of the industry, I had been watching World Global Network for months, but I wasn’t looking to build another network marketing business. I’ve been with a company for the last 10 years and still earning significant income and quite frankly I was comfortable.
I was honestly looking to retire and focus more on family and spiritual goals, and continue to just serve the profession as a teacher and coach. I have given 110% from day one, when I entered the network marketing profession 17 years ago. I was mentally and physically burnt out from what it really
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Sisel International Names Milo Acosta As Director Of North American Sales
by Ted Nuyten • • 0 Comments
Aaron Rennert, Vice President of Worldwide Sales & Marketing, GM Sisel International, is pleased to announce the appointment of Milo Acosta as Sisel’s Director of North American Sales.
“We are extremely proud of making Milo a big part of our management team. His experience and abilities will be a welcome addition to Sisel,” said Mr. Rennert. “We can’t wait for Milo to meet with our Distributors and let them share in his plans and him with theirs.”
Mr. Acosta is a 15-year veteran of the Direct Sales Industry, having served in critical executive positions with other multinational MLMs. He specializes in sales and leadership and has spearheaded numerous successful international sales campaigns.
“I know what Distributors need to make their businesses grow. I understand their concerns and needs and specialize in implementing plans that lead
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Team Beachbody Terminate Distributors When They Participate In An Other Opportunity
by Ted Nuyten • • 0 Comments
Team Beachbody sales in 2015 topped $780 million with a network of 450,000 distributors.
According to the Beachbody website:
“As a Team Beachbody Coach, you can begin earning money right away by helping others. The products you’ll be offering are proven successes—backed by multimillion dollar ad campaigns—they’re brands people already want to buy. You’ll earn up to $105 for every Beachbody Challenge Pack you sell and a 25% commission on all of your other retail sales. And if you choose to build a network of Coaches below you, you can earn even more.”
However in a recent internal message to their distributors (Beachbody Coach) distributors are forbidden to participate in an other network marketing opportunity. For many distributors this is the end of the word INDEPENDENT.
The internal message:
“As we strive to make the Beachbody
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Why So Many Americans Prefer the Freelance Lifestyle
by Josh Steimle • • 0 Comments
If you run a company with full-time employees, you will need to address the desire your team has for freedom and flexibility.