We know it’s important to keep learning and growing both as individuals and in our business related knowledge.

But how in the world are we supposed to fit time for that into an already too busy day?

The trick I use most often is “Smart Multitasking.”  Yes, in general, multitasking isn’t a good idea.  But in some situations it’s brilliant!

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Do you spend a bit too much time on Twitter (no, not me!)?  Facebook? Reading the news?  If you find it challenging to stay focused when you’re online, try this Firefox add-on to help remind you which sites you shouldn’t be at:

https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/4476

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One of my goals this year is to do more with video.  The article below arrived in my inbox this week and I thought I’d share.  For great video resources I also recommend @LouBortone on Twitter.  I’m going through his Online Video Rock Star Course and can’t wait to apply what I’m learning.

By: Christine Gallagher

Founded in 2005, YouTube is still the most well known video site and the one with the widest reach. It’s actually the number #3 most-trafficked website on the Internet behind Google and Facebook!

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Read a very cool post the other day on Bob the Teacher’s blog at http://askbobtheteacher.com/blog/ where he talked about acknowledging what we’ve accomplished.  I thought that was a really great perspective.  Go read it!  (And if you’re not already getting his blog updates, it’s worth signing up for.)

Here’s some of what I’m happy about from 2009:

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When you design your first website, you’re so excited about your new online business and eager to get your website up and running.

But don’t let that enthusiasm mask these common sales-killing mistakes.

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I shared a few weeks ago how much I accomplished while I was away for the weekend at Attract Clients Like Crazy and how I got it done quickly. I thought I’d also share what works for me at home. If you’re familiar with me, you know that in addition to juggling a couple of businesses, I homeschool my three kids (K, 2nd, 4th) and take care of our home. I’ll admit though, a maid is on my list of things to check into soon. But really, I think being as busy as I am helps me to stay on track and not waste time (most days). Here are some tips for getting things done in “regular life” as opposed to a weekend away.

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Don’t let your email newsletter get tossed into the virtual trash can before it’s opened, or lead your customers to the wrong place when they’re ready to purchase.

Be sure you aren’t making these three common mistakes.

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Just finished installing the CommentLuv plugin.  So if you leave a comment and use your blog’s URL in the URL box, your most recent post will show up with a link, below your comment!  8-)

Another note on comments, if you’d like your picture to show up next to yours, go setup a gravatar.  Takes just a minute.  Go to www.gravatar.com and then we can “see” you.

Feeling overwhelmed?  Too much to do and not enough time to get it all done?  There is an answer!

It’s not uncommon to see large companies moving many jobs overseas in an effort to save money. They call it outsourcing. As a solopreneur who works from home, you can outsource, too!

As your business grows, you might very well find that you need help. Even when you are highly organized, there seems to be more and more work to get done. Instead of encroaching on family time, find a way to get all of your tasks handled without boarding the train to Looneyville.

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Yesterday I sent out links to a set of two online business organization forms.  One to keep all your domain registrations straight, and the second to keep the domain/hosting/login details for each of your companies or website projects straight.

Why should you be concerned about these details?  For an online business, knowing this info is the only way to keep your domain name and website safe!  Here’s why: 2 Things You Must Know to Keep Your Website Safe

If you aren’t on my ezine list, just sign up in the box at the top right corner of any page and get your free gifts!  On Day 12 I will send out a complete list of all the gifts with links so you can pick up any you’ve missed.