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Cherrine Banks
Expert Guru
As a blogger/freelance writer, my concern is to provide my audience with accurate and realistic information. The web allows me to read, research, and review technology, tips, and trends in multiple industries.
I have experience in the computer, financial services, health, insurance, and retail industries. Although my formal education includes a Bachelor's of Science degree in Business Management from Seton Hall University with additional coursework in psychology, my informal education includes self-study in blogging, ghostwriting, internet marketing, and web content writing.
My primary writing topics are small/home business, business management, health/medical, and technology. Also, I have written articles/blogs for Brighthub (Science & Technology), Ehow (How To Tips), Helium (Content provider), and Textbroker (Ghostwriting).
As a Lifetips Guru, my goal is to give a reader his/her time back by keeping tips in one central location for weekly review.
Interview
What books have most influenced your life? A Raisin in the Sun by Lorraine Hayesberry The Color Purple by Alice Walker The Bible All business books by Paul and Sarah Edwards
Who are your favorite music artists? Ailayah, Alicia Keys, Aretha Franklin, Chaka Khan, Patti Labelle, Tina Turner, Mary J. Blige, The Four Tops, The Levert Family, The Temptations
What are your favorite websites and why? www.businessknowhow.com-great business directory/tips www.cnn.com-current news is important www.essence.com-great monthly lifestyle magazine www.wahm.com-one of the few original work at home sites
Where else can people find you on the web? www.brighthub.com cblifestyle.blogspot.com www.ehow.com www.helium.com
What are your professional highlights? My recent transition to blogging/writing is my professional highlight because It is based on a lifetime desire. Before people thought writing was only "feast or famine" for screenwriters or fiction books writers but technology and the work at home movement has provided multiple options including web content writing.
What advice do you have for the journey of life? My best advice comes from my parents/grandparents who always told me to be careful how you treat people since the same people you see going up are the same people you see going down. Also, communication, honesty, loyalty, patience and respect must be earned and are not guaranteed.
What are you most passionate about in life? Personally, spending time with family/friends/neighbors is important but I am a firm believer in me time. Professionally, providing good products/services in critical for staying in business.
What ticks you off? Few things tick me off. Maybe rudeness. Life is too short to stay mad.
Any thoughts or ideas on living a greener life? Think of the year 2050. Many of us will not be here but our future generations will have to survive so we must reuse/recycle even if only donating books/magazines, sharing newspapers, or unplugging rarely used appliances.
What would people be surprised to know about you? I collected comic strips in high school in a binder and I enjoy reviewing one on occasion.
Philosophy
Make each day count by limiting your stress. We are all give 24 hours so we must decide the best way to use each one.
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10 Tips from Cherrine Banks
Is Blogging needed for Businesses?
Blogging has evolved from a way for individuals to express personal concerns to a way for business owners to introduce his/her products and services using a low cost method.
Business blogging should be done daily, weekly, or monthly. It can be used to establish a business brand, to provide general information, and to provide a more initimate connection which creates trust for a business provider.
Gaining Business Management without prior experience
The lack of a business management degree should not stop a person from opening/operating a business. For instance, contact your local school district and vocational technical schools for possible adult education coursework. Also, the Small Business Administration (www.sba.gov) provides short-term individual courses including accounting, finance, marketing, and operations. Some can be taken online.
Should you become an Entrepreneur?
Deciding on becoming an entrepreneur depends of different factors. Physically, you should have the equipment, time, space, and skills (take a few courses). Emotionally, you should have patience to wait for the business to turn a profit. Financially, you should have 3-6 months of living expenses, be able to borrow money, or start part time.
Daily living with Fibromyalgia
As a fibromyalgia patient, the official diagnosis is only the beginning. Your doctor should be able to develop a plan which includes good nutrition, mild to moderate exercise, limited medications, and stress reduction management.
Your doctor may refer you to qualified health professionals such as a nutritionist, a physical therapist, and an exercise specialist so that you have a team of professional who can guide you in your daily living.
Green Living: A need or a trend
The past 5 years has shown a tremendous awareness of our toxic living. Look at television, listen to the radio, or read the newspaper and you will find articles, information, and tips of green living. Unfortunately, this lifestyle is not something to be done for a week or two. It must be done on a regular basis.
For example, you and your family can choice a local park to clean each month. It will give you time with the family while cleaning the city. Also, donating books, magazines, and workbooks to your church, library, and school are good ideas. Last, agree with relatives not to exchange gifts one holiday and donate the funds to a environmental cause.
Ways to save on Health Insurance
Your health insurance is important for maintaining your health but the cost can be astounding. Some tips for saving are:
1) Speak with your employee benefits representative to see about open enrollment. You will be able to upgrade/downgrade based on need. 2) If you have a deductible, you can raise it but review this option carefully. 3) Use the health providers in your plan. 4) Keep receipts/explanation of benefits to review and make sure that you actually used a service/treatment. 5) Limit/stop drinking and/or smoking. Some health plans charge more.
Keep a Home Office Cozy
Once you have purchased your necessary equipment such as computer, printer, scanner, and telephone you can take the time to decorate. Establish a budget, comparision shop, and take your time to decide on a color theme, design, and layout. Remember, you can always change your mind in the future.
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) in Business Writing
Search Engine Optimization(SEO) is important in your business writing. Search engines change there requirements regularly but certain things should always be considered. For example, choose good keywords in your title and maintain a keyword density (how many times your keywords show in your writing) to between 3% and 6%. If you have a 100 word blog/article then the most the keywords should be used are 3 to 6 times.
Link building should provide a strong connection to your writing. If you write an article about parenting then you should give a link to a well-known parenting site and contact the site owner to mention your article.
Use your keywords mostly towards the beginning of your sentence and towards the ending. The flow of the article should be relaxed not mechanical.
Another requirement is keeping your content fresh and upbeat since no amount of SEO can take the place of good writing.
Sleep Disorders and Doctors
Every night people have moderate to severe problems trying to fall asleep. Sleep is important to renew your mental and physical strength. If you have trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up too early, please check with your doctor who can review your medical/family history, give you laboratory tests/xrays, and provide you with options. Some options may include changing your bed, changing your sleepwear for comfort, dietary habits, or prescibing medications.
Deciding on a Specific Type of Writing
The desire to become a writer can be confusing. You may enjoy reading, researching, and writing but you may not know which type of writing is the most enjoyable for you. Take the time to read books, magazines, and newsletters geared to writing. Also, search the web to find articles, blogs, and writing communities. Speak with individuals who are writing in your desired niche since this can be an eye opener.
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