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Lesson 1: Why it's important to charge more, rather than less. Charge more? Yes, you heard right - you should charge MORE for your services.You deserve it. People like Donald Trump and Richard Branson charge more for their services every single day, and there are many people out there who are willing to pay their outrageous fees, and why is that? Because the perception is, they charge more because they're great at what they do.When people get ready to buy something, they often buy out of emotion, not logic. No matter whether you are a contractor, a plumber, a realtor, or an architect, companies who charge more are generally considered to offer a higher quality of service, while those that undercut are perceived as being more likely to do a shoddy job.Think about it: Would you rather do one job for $10,000 or ten jobs for $1,000?That is the real .. more»

Lesson 3: Advertising To Increase Your Bottom LineLearning how to advertise your business will help direct customers to you which will generate more revenue for your profit margin.Most people love what they do, but they hate advertising. It's no wonder, too, because it can be difficult to write good advertising copy and to find a place where consumers you will actually want to work for will see your copy and give you a call. Moreover, placing good advertisements can get a bit expensive.There are, though, several easy ways to advertise that will increase your customer base.Your Vehicle: You spend a lot of time moving from place to place in your work vehicle. People see your vehicle in front of your customers' homes. Why not turn it into a moving billboard? Put your business name, phone number, and website on the doors and back of your vehicle. Be sure to make .. more»