Today I read the ” Top 55 Reference Websites” by eBizMBA. A few that I really liked that were listed were the following:.

Wikipedia a very useful free-content encyclopedia on the Internet. Over 7 million articles in over 200 languages, and still growing.

Project Gutenberg-A library of 17000 free ebooks whose copyright has expired in the USA Book listings, search engine, newsletter, articles and information on how you can help …

Reference.com - online encyclopedia, almanac, Web search powered by Google, Web directory, dictionary and thesaurus.

eHow-Learn how to do just about everything at ehow, with more than 337000 articles and videos offering step-by-step instructions on “how to do just about everything”. You can publish your own articles and How To …

About.com: -expert guidance from real people searching the Internet for the information, goods, and services that you need to know related to your passion.

I hope you enjoy the above resources,

Devin Willis

I read and learned “How to Create an HTML Newsletter” by Donna Gunter today.While I recover from an injury. It is fun to learn new things!

Have Fun!

Devin Willis

I just read a great post by Alex Moskalyuk  about the  book “Yes! 50 Scientifically Proven Ways to Be Persuasive” by Noah Goldstein, Steve Martin and Robert Cialdini. Mr. Moskalyuk review had a few areas that were interesting:

The authors take the position that persuasion is a science, not art, hence with the right approach anybody can become the master in the skill of persuasion. So, what are the 50 ways? click here

Humbly,

Devin Willis

I thought this  WalletWatcher was cool! It  is a free service and resource that perhaps could help some of you manage their finances and track monthly budget and spending online. Once it’s properly set-up one would be able to find out where the money goes, identify the areas where it was overspend, set monthly budgets for different things ( car, groceries, bills etc.), They can get detailed spending reports ect

The above is from Make use of.com

I hope this helps,

Devin Willis

At Prosper, we know that the first contact  with our students or customers  is the most important things in customer service. We want that contact to be successful   having our Representative being prepared and knowing  the programs and helping the students feel the value  of  their education

“…Customer service statisticians have found that solving an issue during the first contact (as opposed to over the course of two, three, or more contacts) saves time, money, and increases customer satisfaction in the long run…”(First Contact Resolution--Service Untitled )

I love working for a company that uses systems that make it easier for our frontline to resolve issues.

Devin Willis

Faganfinder Is one of the best selection of websites and databases that can be searched from one page.

Devin Willis

Other Resources

Here are financial resources can help people with different aspects of finances. From using social networks to websites giving ideas on wisdom to saving money to blogs by those with advice from experince  to share.( Click here)

Three of my favorites mentioned:

Tip’d. – offers news, tips, articles, and a chance to connect with others about finance and other subjects.

Google Finance. Track markets, get news stories, and follow financial trends.

Fox Business. Watch videos, read blogs, and browse through news articles on finance

I hope this helps,

Devin Willis

Resource:

100 Most Useful Financial Sites On the Web- From Earn accounting Degree.com

Paul in Poinciana, Floridia shared this great money saving tip!

He wrote:

Are you wondering when you can get the cheapest fares? Well, look no further than in red eye flights. These flights although scheduled to depart late at night are most of the time empty with cheap fares. Reason behind this, is that airlines are forced to position their fleets for the morning’s departures.

For many more money saving tips. Click Here

Take care,

Devin Willis

Resource

Find cheapest fares in red eye flights—-Paul in Poinciana, Floridia—-Daytipper

Save Money and Time with this Resource

Nominated  and was  in the BlogNet Awards for the Best Shopping Blog . The Bargainist a site owned by “Zombiecorp” According toBlogNet Awards “..This Site has been described as a site that gives you hand-picked deals, sales and coupons…” and They   “….found such tips as how to save on your Daily Commute, tons of Hot deals and Coupons lots of freebies, you can even get alerts on your mobile phone and the list just goes on and on…”   I saved money , and  I think you can to o! But do not take my word .Test it for yourself !

Their blog states “….The Bargainist was named one of TIME Magazine’s Top 10 Web Sites of 2006. The site was also named one of PC Magazine’s Top 100 Favorite Blogs of 2007.”

I like the freebies section ;0) For the main blog click here

Happy shopping for the best deal!

Devin Willis

Resources:

The Bargainist—-BlogNet Awards

The Bargainist—–   Blog

Phil Gerbyshak presented a great question for managers or future leaders. He asked

Would It Kill You to Say Good Morning?

Phil also quoted some fascinating numbers- “7% of employees leave their managers because they didn’t say good morning”  I have learned over the years, take care of your people  honestly and with a kind heart, everything else will fall into place.

For more thoughts and comments from other Managers click here

Resource:

Would It Kill You to Say Good Morning? by Phil Gerbyshak–Slacker Manager I also recommend people sign up for this blog it will help you become a better leader.