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A Special Kind of Signing Day

Administrator — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 14:07:12 +0000

In almost every high school across the country, athletes sign their national letter of intent to celebrate a scholarship with a particular school. It’s usually a big deal. Schools set up a table with the college colors. Athletes wear a shirt or hat to indicate where he/she will attend college. Family and friends attend the event to support the athlete. For big-time athletes, members of the media cover the press conference. The athlete then signs the letter to make it official.

However, at Henrico County Schools in Virginia, they hold a different kind of signing day. Students who have elected not to go to college, and instead have accepted vocational and tech jobs, are celebrated. Just like the athletes, these students wear the hats of the business they will soon be working for. Family and friends applaud this decision. The business gets recognition and the athletes smile as they sign their employment contract.

Joe’s Perspective: These athletes deserve a special celebration of their accomplishments. Good for them. They undoubtedly worked hard for a long time to receive this scholarship. The same can be said for these students who have chosen a path in the trades. They will become electricians, plumbers, welders… These students will make good money in these professions and they will begin making that money right away. It is a solid life decision. Good for them. And, in my opinion, they deserve just as much recognition for their accomplishments.

Your Turn: What do you think of these students who are signing employment and apprenticeship letters with employers?

The Red Car Theory

Administrator — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 13:19:08 +0000

This is a short blog with a simple message: Opportunities are all around you, but you have to be looking for them in order to take advantage of them. Here is a 30-second video that illustrates this point.

Joe’s Perspective: I can’t state it any better than she did. “That’s how opportunities work. When you go through life and you are not looking and you are not aware, opportunities just pass you by and you don’t even notice. Anything can turn into an opportunity, but you have to be aware and you have to keep looking.” So, keep your eyes open and be open to new opportunities. This reminds me of a great quote, “Instead of waiting for your boat to come in, swim out to it.” No line is going to form in front of you that says, “Opportunities here, come and get it.” If you want to be successful, you have to be your own advocate. Be willing to take the bull by the horns. Seize the day. Take some risks.

Your Turn: What are your thoughts on today’s blog and how can it positively impact your life?

Best Practices For Better Communication In Sales

Administrator — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 13:15:08 +0000

Communication in sales is essential. But to truly be successful, a seller must excel in communication. The better their skills, the more valuable they will be to others, Justin Zappula writes for Selling Power.

“Great sales reps understand the value of clear communication as well as the debilitating power of unclear communication.”

Gathering and sharing information, engaging in conversations, creating quality relationships–these are all vital parts of a sales strategy. And communication is necessary for each one.

The more skilled at communication a rep is, the more successful they will be, according to Indeed.

“Successful communicators often experience an increase in sales-related achievements, more credibility among their customers and heightened productivity.”

Excellent communication, thankfully, is a skill that can be practiced and improved. Understanding effective techniques and how to put them into action will be worth the time and effort.

Quick tips for better communication

One of the best ways to improve how you communicate with others is to give them your full attention. You may think you’re already doing that, but chances are, you aren’t.

Even if you aren’t multitasking, you may still have wandering thoughts or thinking of how you want to respond. You’re disengaged and likely the prospect or client notices. They need to know they have your full attention, Indeed advises.

“…Your client feels valued and important, [and it can] improve your ability to listen to their requests, concerns or questions.”

Prevent multitasking by putting your phone away and silencing any incoming calls or messages. Shut your laptop (unless you are taking notes) or need to reference something on-screen. Keep your focus on the other person, and use your body language to convey your engagement.

This means maintaining eye contact, nodding when appropriate and keeping your body facing the speaker. These nonverbal cues show the other person that you are engaged and care about what they are saying.

Be clear and concise

Another key to improve communication in sales is consistently being concise in what you say. The most successful sellers are not only able to discuss their offerings. They can also explain their value in a clear manner, explains FairPlay’s Lilli Parks.

“Give them all the information necessary in a straightforward manner; there’s no need to use flowery language.”

And avoid using jargon or corporate-speak; stick to language and terms that the other person will understand. If they don’t “get” what you’re saying, they’re less likely to buy in. It also prevents misunderstandings or confusion.

“Refine your pitch to make it as simple as possible…limit your use of technical terms and concepts,” Indeed suggests.

Tap into curiosity

Excellent communicators are curious. They want to learn as much as they can about a prospect. This includes their business, their industry, and anything else that impacts them. Curiosity drives them to seek out information and to understand how their solution fits.

They satiate their curiosity by asking high-quality questions–and lots of them. If you’re struggling to tap into curiosity, consider adding more question-asking to your strategy. Then, use the responses to inspire the next set of questions.

For some inspiration, take a look at these impactful questions. Ask questions that can trigger your own curiosity while also revealing valuable insights.

Be OK with silence

Communication in sales doesn’t mean nonstop dialogue. Sometimes, a pause in the conversation is OK. It may seem counterproductive, but silence can invite thought, encourage understanding and inspire deeper thinking. When it happens, wait.

“Don’t try to fill the silence by asking follow-up questions or giving further details about what you’re selling,” Parks writes.

This allows the other person time to think, and it demonstrates that you aren’t being pushy or impatient. If it continues and they stay silent, then you can speak up. But don’t be afraid to invite silence to the conversation and use it as an ally.

Use these best practices to improve your communication skills. You’ll find your interactions are improved, your relationships stronger and your sales improved.

And for more advice, consider these other tips.

Photo by Christina Morillo

3 Most Important Attributes in a Teammate

Administrator — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 13:11:20 +0000

I have to be honest. I have no idea who this guy is. My guess is he is a special forces guy in the military. My guess is he is part of an elite fighting force. My guess is he has had more training and leadership development than any of us will ever receive.

Given all that, he says there are three things that he looks for in a teammate. 1) Dependability – be where you say you are going to be when you say you are going to be, 2) Skilled – that you are very good at completing the task that you are charged to do, & 3) Selflessness – making sure the needs of others are taken care of before you take care of your own.

And, the one he says is the hardest to do and the most important to do is selflessness. Putting the needs of others before yourself – not once in a while or when it is convenient, but when it matters.

Your Turn: On a scale of 1-10, how selfless are you? How well and how often do you put the needs of your teammates/classmates/friends/family ahead of your own?

Boost Your Client’s Search Rankings with These 3 Tips

Administrator — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 13:10:37 +0000

Thanks to the leak of thousands of Google Docs in March 2024, we have a better understanding of search rankings. According to Search Engine Land (SEL), there are a few SEO lessons to be learned from the documents. Here’s what they are.

Focus on Your Client’s Brand Image

SEL says that brand matters more than anything else when it comes to search rankings. “Build a notable, popular, well-recognized brand in your space, outside of Google search,” SEL recommends.

How can your client accomplish that?

Creating content is one of the best ways. Thought leadership content specifically can:

Boost your client’s SEO

Inspire other organizations to link to your client’s content in their own content or on their site

Increase your client’s sales by establishing them as a trustworthy leader in their industry

Partnering with influencers can also work wonders for your client’s branding. According to a previous SalesFuel blog based on data from Traackr, influencers push brand awareness to new customers.

Influencers of all popularity levels have this effect, according to 54% of marketers. As long as your client partners with an influencer relevant to their industry, even a micro one will show results. Get a cheat sheet for selecting the right influencer for your client here.

Pay Attention to Links

According to SEL, “link diversity and relevance remain key” to search rankings. Linking other content to your client’s own can boost their authority and credibility.

But you can also create a backlink and call it a day. A backlink refers to a link another company has that circles back to your client’s site. SEL says that when a link doesn’t match the target site, it can cause a search demotion. And that’s more common than you might think.

According to a previous SalesFuel blog based on data from SEL, broken backlinks are a huge problem. They “occur when an external link from a site points to a non-existent page on another domain. This most commonly occurs when a page URL has changed or the linking sire added an incorrect URL.”

Even if your client had the correct link at first, the backlink might be broken as time passes. SEL says that over 50% of backlinks can be broken after five years and that percentage grows with time. So, your client needs to regularly check backlinks to make sure they take consumers where they’re supposed to.

Keep Your Content Fresh

Freshness matters, says SEL. “Google looks at dates in the byline, URL and on-page content.” So, your client needs to have a plan for consistently publishing new and relevant content and updating their website.

Yeah, that’s a lot of work, but AI can help lighten the load. AI can help with content creation tasks like:

Brainstorming new topics

Researching headlines, keywords, etc.

Writing drafts

Outlining assignments

Proofreading content

Just make sure your client isn’t writing content just for the sake of creating content for search rankings. The content needs to be high quality and provide fresh insights. SEL says that “low quality content on part of a site can impact a site’s ranking as a whole.”

AI can help with that too by showing your client what questions people are searching for related to their industry. Creating content that answers those questions is a great way to not only boost SEO, but brand awareness and sales. It’s a win-win-win.

Want some additional information on who your client’s target audience includes and what they’re interested in? Check out their profile on AudienceSCAN on AdMall by SalesFuel.

Use these three tips to help your client boost their search rankings and sales for the rest of the year.

Photo by: KOBU Agency

#TBT: 10 Years Ago This Week, We Unboxed OnePlus One in Sandstone

Administrator — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 11:11:42 +0000

Remember the sandstone cover for the original OnePlus One phone? Holy moly, that was awesome. 10 years ago this week, we unboxed the first OnePlus device, running Cyanogen and being the rowdy newcomer to the Android space.

Priced at $299 and originally said to be “too large and buggy,” this phone kicked off a successful run of devices from OnePlus. I can’t exactly tell you when OnePlus peaked, but looking around the current landscape, it’s looking like OnePlus’ heyday is behind us here in the US.

Besides one of the best backsides to ever grace Android hardware, other specs included a Snapdragon 801 processor, 3GB RAM, 5.5-inch 1080p display, 13MP rear camera, up to 64GB storage, 3100mAh battery, and Android 4.4. To see the full specs, look here and I also highly recommend the comments section. Some classic DL banter going on back there.

Watch the unboxing video below and tell us what phone you were rocking 10 years ago! There were a lot of good phones on the market back in 2014.

Ancient Fruit in Stardew Valley: A Comprehensive Guide for Farmers

Administrator — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 10:23:51 +0000

In the pixelated world of Stardew Valley, where crops reign supreme and farmers strive for prosperity, one particular fruit holds a special place of honor: the Ancient Fruit. This crop, being very rare and precious, is much wanted by players. This is because of its high-earning prospects and special features.

This article will focus on everything you should know about the Ancient Fruit in Stardew Valley, from getting the seeds to getting the most out of them.

Introduction to Ancient Fruit

The Ancient Fruit is a rarity; it is the only blue fruit that requires as long as an entire season to fully ripen. While it takes comparatively long to develop, it is worth much more than simple crops. This is why it is so valuable. Many players desire it.

With proper knowledge and strategy, farmers can draw the strength of Ancient Fruit. This will help them increase their income and make their farming business level up.

Acquiring Ancient Fruit Seeds

The road to Ancient Fruit starts by getting Ancient Seeds that give this fruit life. There are several methods to obtain Ancient Seeds in Stardew Valley:

The Traveling Merchant: As you will be moving along the north end of the Cindersap Forest, remember to look for The Traveling Merchant who comes around every Friday and Sunday. Ranging from 100g to 1000g, the merchant might add a pack of Ancient Seeds as part of their inventory.
Donating the Ancient Seed Artifact: Pursue the giant terrain of Stardew Valley to get the Ancient Seed artifact. Should you find one, donate it to the Museum and you will receive a package of Ancient Seeds and the recipe for cultivating more.
Seed Maker: The Seed Maker can be used for all of the processing of crops and with a chance to collect Ancient Fruit Seeds. Even though most crops usually produce seeds similar to the input, there is a small chance of receiving Ancient Fruit Seeds. This makes the process fruit some.

Cultivating Ancient Fruit

After owning the Ancient Fruit Seed, it is time to start the journey to cultivation. Don’t put the seeds of the crop in the ground during the wintertime, because Ancient Fruit needs a good climate. You can do this during any other season.

Please be patient, because it will require nearly 28 days for the seeds to reach full maturity and develop into plants. Nevertheless, it would be worthwhile since it is one of the most profitable crops. As soon as the Ancient Fruit plant matures it will continue to bear fruit every week. An experienced farmer could make a steady living out of it.

For those who want to continue cultivation throughout year-round, use the greenhouse. Here the climate remains ideal, no matter the season. Using the seeds of ancient fruits for the greenhouse gives farmers a continuous harvest. In the long run, it also encourages them to boost their crop output for better economic gain.

Maximizing the Value of The Ancient Fruit

Ancient Fruit holds a significant value. Both as a raw item as well as when processed into various products. Here are some ways to maximize the value of Ancient Fruit:

Selling Raw Fruit: Antique Fruit proves to be a sizable profit, the price depending on the quality. Whether it be for normal, silver, gold, or iridium quality, Ancient Fruit farmers can expect significant profits.
Processing into Wine or Jam: However, the Value of Ancient Fruit can also be improved by processing into the Wine or Jam. The processed Ancient Fruit products are brought higher prices and can also be further aged in the casks to increase their quality
Completing Bundles: donate the Ancient Fruit to fulfill specific Community Center bundles. In return, you will get access to the Movie Theatre or new locations.
Crafting Genie Pants: Get creative by combining Ancient Fruit with cloth at a sewing machine to form dyeable Genie Pants. This adds some flair to the whole ensemble of your character’s clothes. It can also be used as a blue dye in tailoring.

Q&A:

1. What is Ancient Fruit in Stardew Valley?

Ans: Ancient fruit is one of the most valuable produce in Stardew Valley, as it pays the highest and has a relatively long harvest start. It is a particular kind of seed that as long as they are nurtured, they grow into plants that produce Ancient Fruit which can be sold for profit.

2. How do I get Ancient Fruit seeds?

Ans: Stardew Valley provides the players with multiple ways to get the ancestors’ seeds. One of the easiest ways to earn them is to get them as a reward for completing specific tasks or quests. Be on the lookout for a chance to obtain Ancient Fruit seeds as a reward for getting a job well done on the farm.

3. Can I grow the Ancient Fruit on the Nintendo Switch version?

Ans: Yes, these Fruits can be cultivated and grown on every platform publishing Stardew Valley, including the Nintendo Switch. Regardless of whether you play on a PC, console, or mobile, you can have fun growing the Ancient Fruit tree on your farm.

4. Is there any special event or location related to the Ancient Fuirt?

Ans: Yes, during the Winter season, adventurers can check out the Night Market to meet with sellers who probably have Ancient Fruit seeds or other Ancient Fruit items for them. Don’t miss this occasion to add Ancient Fruit seeds and other worthwhile items to your farm.

5. Does the Artisan profession have any advantages in the Ancient Fruit farming?

Ans: The Artisan occupation gives more value to the artisan goods, like the wine made from the Ancient Fruits. Thus, the farmers can earn an even higher fortune by harvesting their crops.

Are you excited for Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 6?

Administrator — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 10:21:49 +0000

This past week, we saw several leaks of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 that revealed specs and even a dummy phone. The handset is still rumoured to launch sometime in the coming months, but now that we know what it has to offer, I want to know if you’re interested in Samsung’s next foldable.

The Z Fold 6 is rumoured to sport the following leaks:

Inner Display with 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x 120Hz refresh rate, 2160 x 1856-pixel resolution
Outer Display with 6.3-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x 120Hz refresh rate, 2376 x 968-pixel resolution
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 up to 3.39GHz, 12GB of RAM, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB of storage
50-megapixel, f/1.8 aperture with OIS primary shooter –
12-megapixel ultrawide camera with f/2.2 120-degree field of view,
10-megapixel f/2.4 OIS 3x optical, up to 30x digital zoom
Under-display Camera – 4-megapixel with f/1.8 aperture
Cover display Camera – 10-megapixel with f/2.2 aperture
Supports up to 8K video recording 30fps, 4K slow-motion videos 120fps, and 1080p slow-motion at 240fps
USB Type-C, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, 4400mAh battery
Folded it measures – 153.5 x 68.1 x 12.1mm – unfolded measure 153.5 x 132.6 x 5.6mm – weighs 239g
Z Fold 6 comes in Navy, Silver Shadow and Pink
Z Fold 6 (256GB): $1899.99 USD ($2611 CAD)
Z Fold 6 (512GB): $2019.99 USD ($2776 CAD)
Z Fold 6 (1TB): $2259.99 USD ($3106 CAD)

And here are dummy photos of the Galaxy Z Fold 6 showcasing a boxier design and a Cover Screen with a wider aspect ratio.

Samsung Fold6 Dummy pic.twitter.com/fwtLyXyG3i

— ICE UNIVERSE (@UniverseIce) June 14, 2024

Now let us know your thoughts on the upcoming foldable flagship in the comments below.

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AppHub Requests Are Processing: How to Fix It

Administrator — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 10:19:47 +0000

AppHub is the exact platform that helps distribute, manage, and handle software applications or apps. Developers have these applications on their devices, where they can be developed and deployed by having a centralized location. Some Samsung users are informed with notification signals by CarrierHub and AppHub which seems to be an annoying element to most users.

This application tremendously simplifies the task of mobile companies to make software updates to their devices at their will and also has the power to track them if necessary. It does the same job as a file manager, but is the only official installer for the App Store and can organize files and categorize them.

Virtually, everyone thinks that MCM is required to monitor your data, however it is not involved in doing so. It does not get linked to your phone; instead, it uses your Android phone to supply regular updates so that your device is protected. It is okay for you to forget to turn off the notification because it does not harm the device, however, to some people, this could be disturbing.

If you are one of those who are having these kinds of problems, here are some fixes that will help you troubleshoot the Apphub processing requests error.

Be Patient for a While

The app runs in the background, not visible on your phone, and the message is sent silently without popping onto the screen. The alert may stay for a while, and it may go away after the course of the learning program is over. If your plan is not successful, attempt to do the next step.

Go to the System Control Panel and Check Whether or Not You Are Connected to the Internet

If your device has an unstable or slow internet connection, this issue will be encountered by you. In this regard, check whether you are having an uninterrupted wi-fi or data connection flow or not. Of course, make sure you monitor the usage of WiFi or cellular data to make sure that you are not running low on it.

Restart Your Computer

Turning off and turning on the device will sometimes fix the cases wherein the request pops up! It may seem easy, but it’s quite an effective method for fixing problems that can cause the request notification to appear.

Wherever it goes, it’s always better to give your device a fresh start so that you can clean up the temporary files, reset system processes, and refresh your memory simultaneously. So switch off your device in device settings or restart it and see if the issue persists.

Clear Caches and Data Storage

Sometimes the issue is caused by storage settings corrupted or app cache data buildup on the apps. So, solving the problem requires deleting the cache and data. The issue, according to the given statement, is associated with corrupted or wrong data. You can follow these steps to clear your cache and storage.

Choose Settings from the icon on your Android device.
Then choose Apps out of the menu.
From the list of the installed applications you should choose the “Carrier Hub.”
Click “Clear Cache”.
Go for the “Clear Storage” or “Clear Data” option.
To go back to your previous Settings menu, just press the Main Settings button.

The alternative is to locate the “Carrier Hub-apps-manager” icon and stop the app’s work by tapping the “Force Stop” button.

Upgrade the App

Observe the error and if the app is misbehaving make sure you keep all apps up to date to provide for optimum performance of the app and error-fixing. Besides, we would like you to be certain that Carrier Hub does not have an outdated version which is perhaps the ground for the problem of copying the “Apphub requests are being processed” notification. It could be checking for updates on the carrier hub app or Google Play Store app might resolve the difficulty.

Disable Notification on Carrier Hub

In case Carrier Hub on your device keeps giving you problems, the simplest solution may be to turn off constant notifications so the alerts won’t be displayed on your device. To accomplish this and turn off the pop-ups, follow the steps given below.

On your device, open Settings, tap on Notifications, and then turn off Notifications of Carrier Hub or you can choose the option to mute notifications. The processing requests will be shown no more and you will mostly be sorted by now on Samsung phones or other mobiles or your PC.

Factory Reset Your Device

After all you have done if it still does not function properly, the factory reset might be a last resort that might help. This can also be achieved on your system if you open the ‘PowerShell’ window, or go to adb devices, and provide it with the necessary adb commands to uninstall the app altogether. But beware, doing the reset will remove all your data from the machine, so ensure that you have a safe place before you proceed with the reset.

These are the troubleshooting steps that will help you easily get rid of the carrier hub’s processing requests notification and mcm client requests popping up in the top-right corner or any blank area. There are other minor elements that you might want to check if the issue persists, like USB cable connection, sprint network, or T-mobile SIM issues.

Google Offering Extended Repair Program for Pixel 8 Owners With Display Issues

Administrator — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 10:17:49 +0000

For Pixel 8 owners who have experienced display issues, Google has fired up an extended repair program, ensuring that if you come across the issue, you’ll be able to have it addressed.

The issue centers around a vertical line and flickering issue that has been reported on quite a few units. It’s hard to say how many devices are actually affected, but regardless, Google is doing the right thing by making sure those units are covered for 3 years after the date of original retail purchase.

Is My Pixel 8 Eligible?

Eligibility Requirements

Your Pixel 8 device may be eligible for this Extended Repair Program, if it:

Exhibits a vertical line running from the bottom of the display to the the top or a display flicker and:
Has a device identifier (e.g., IMEI, serial number) determined by Google or an authorized repair partner, as qualifying for this program

Google says that if your device doesn’t meet the requirements, but is experiencing this issue, you may still be covered by the Limited Warranty.

Good guy Google making a comeback.

// Google Support