As job layoffs abound, thoughts may turn to the advantages of working from home. Such jobs may be in sales and customer service and require the mastery of outgoing calls.

Nov 6, 2008 - Becca Badgett

Selling over the phone requires repeated calls to uncover each prospect's needs. A series of statements, a different one for each call, will advance the caller to a sale.

Jan 2, 2009 - Thomas Kelly

Cold calling is one of the methods used by salesman across the world. Used successfully, it can be a leading source for sales.

Apr 7, 2011 - Jefferson Hightower

Cold calling remains an effective way to gain leads as long as planning and preparation are part of the process.

Oct 21, 2008 - Patricia Faulhaber

Cold calling is one of the many tasks professional salespersons need to participate to be successful in selling. A few tips can help smooth the process.

Jul 15, 2010 - Patricia Faulhaber

Mastering the how-to's of cold calling lies at the heart of building up your network.

Nov 7, 2009 - Sean Pratt

Cold calling is never the favoured part of anyone's job, but there are ways to make it effective as a valuable marketing tool.

Feb 5, 2009 - Jen Syrkiewicz

Arts and crafts open the door for creativity, whimsy and extra money. Since the opening of craft stores that sell products at a low cost crafing has become very popular.

Nov 1, 2009 - Rachel P Ricucci

The holiday season is here and there's no hiding from it. Learn how to make extra income selling on eBay and get holiday gifts at a bargain too!

Dec 7, 2010 - Qiana Williams

Cold calling is a necessary evil for increasing sales, growing revenue and marketing a business. Make these calls more successful by using these effective strategies.

Sep 17, 2009 - Roxanne Blanford

Making crafts at home is a fun and rewarding hobby, but can there be money made? Absolutely. All it takes is some hard work and good business sense.

Sep 30, 2009 - Lauren Flanagan

Two of the best times to phone prospective business customers are when prospects are likely to be most open to calls. Two others help the sales person stay motivated.

Feb 5, 2009 - Thomas Kelly

Cold calling may be uncomfortable for job seekers, but it is often the best way to get a foot in a company's door.

Apr 26, 2011 - Scott Hayden

Fourth in the five step system: How to sell any product; knowing how to present the sales contract, financing details and budget payment options when closing a sale.

Apr 3, 2010 - Deborah Read

Do you need some extra cash? Do you have some things in your garage or closets you want to get rid of? Follow my easy plan to sell your unwanted things.

Mar 15, 2011 - Karen Cross

Advice from a professional eBay shop owner on how you can get started making money on eBay.

Mar 8, 2011 - Lauren Berry

When trying to make money blogging, sincerity with product reviews is key.

Mar 29, 2010 - Katrina Dayrit

A tremendous amount of satisfaction can be sought from producing original artwork and using them as Christmas card designs, particularly for profit.

Oct 9, 2009 - Rachel Shirley

Here are tips for making money reselling your children's old and outgrown clothing.

May 20, 2009 - Christina Majaski