Customer Onboarding

First impressions are important in the business model of SaaS(Software as a Solution) world.   When you are trying to gain new customers in your SaaS  business, that first impression on showing how YOUR product works and how it can benefit THAT customer is key to getting that customers business and keeping it.

You must have the right people, customer oriented people, in this process. I am going to equate this to buying a car for the average person to understand. You ultimately want a customer leaving with a vehicle  they can afford.  As a salesman, you have let them test drive, told them about all the features of the car.  You have to be that person tha the customer tutss.  You have to have THAT personality, and not everyone has it. You want your customer walking out the door with a set of new keys in their hand and you know you have been successful.

In the SaaS world, things are very similar.  You onboard that customer with free trials or demos of your products.  You show them what that software can do for their business.  You show them all the features and bells and whistles.   Most customers want to know what others think about the product being sold.  That is where reviews and testimonials come in.

Now that you have that customer, it does not stop there.  Customers are looking for service after the sale.  What are you going to continuously do or offer to make sure that customer does not leave after that trial or demo.?

Superb customer service is key to customer retention.  Yes, you have to have a superb product and tell the customer how the products benefit them, give them reports, data,  specific and detailed reports on each aspect for that particular customer.  That sounds like a lot and it is.  But, getting and keep a customer is what you want.  You want that customer to keep working with your company and not jumping ship  because of a free trail or better demo that what yours offers.

It is a difficult decision to buy software as a service (SaaS) because there is so much competition out there.  You make sure your customer knows how this will make your customer successful in their business ventures ans what they can expect to gain in buying your SaaS.  You must be able to provide product usage analytics so your customer can see the real numbers.

Lady and the Tramp Activities

The Disney classic comes home like you’ve never seen it before! Join in the fun with all of these awesome activities, and even make your own Lady! #LadyAndTheTramp

The Walt Disney Signature Collection Lady and the Tramp is now available on Blu-ray TODAY, February 27^th, and to celebrate we have a fun new activities 

How to plan an Epic Grand Canyon Trip

The Grand Canyon is not only one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World, but it is also one of the most popular tourist destinations in the United States with over 5 million visits per year. The Grand Canyon was also named the 17th National Park in 1919 by President Woodrow Wilson, making it one of the oldest national parks in the country. If any, or all, of these fun Grand Canyon facts have you ready to pack your bags, then I say start planning your visit now. Here are some tips on how to plan an epic Grand Canyon Trip that you won’t ever forget.  

The Role of a Public Relations Firm

Do you or your brand work with any public relations firms?  It is a very interesting relationship for me a blogger.  I work with a lot of public relations firms for this very blog.   The PR firm is my connection to the brand.

For instance, if I wanted to work with a particular clothing brand I would find out who the public relations manger is and contact them via phone or email.  I usually use email.   I let the firm know who I am, my site url, my media kit, my social media outlets and how many followers I have on each, and why I want to work with them.  You have to let the PR firm know why you want to work with that particular brand.  

I recently did a huge gift guide for Christmas and I worked with a ton of PR firms, each representing a different brand and a few working with multiple brands. Some of the PR firms I contacted on my own and some contacted me. This is how I get products or get paid to write about products on this site. It seems like a simple task, but it can be daunting at times.  

Depending on your niche,you will pitch or get pitches from PR firms.  Most PR firms only work with certain niches.  I know that Berhman Communications represents the brand Kiehl's.  So, if I had a proposal for Kiehl's I would reach out to them and we would come to an agreement on how I could represent  Kiehl's  that would be beneficial to us both. They might want to send me products in exchange for putting in a gift guide, posting on social media, and/or a feature about the products. I might work with a manager at Berhman or I might work with Nancy Behrman herself, who owns the firm.  Each person at the firm has a unique job and are assigned different brands that the firm represents

Nancy Behrman

In your proposal with the PR, you work out the details of what you will do and how the brand fits in with your audience.  For instance, I worked with Shark for my Holiday Gift Guide in 2018.  I knew a Shark vacuum would make a great gift, so I reached out to their PR firm and via email and told them I wanted Shark to be a part of my gift guide and I would write an honest review of one of their vacuums in exchange for a vacuum.  You can read that article here.  One of the perks with working with the PR firm for Shark is that I got to do a giveaway of a Shark Vacuum!  My readers love this! 

Working with PR firms for my site has been an integral part of watching it grow,  For that, I am very thankful for all the PR firms I havehad the pleasure of working with,

The Essentials Of Designing A Good Cafeteria In A Commercial Space

The Essentials Of Designing A Good Cafeteria In A Commercial Space

Any commercial space usually has an eatery or a cafeteria. This cafeteria or eating space is necessary for the people who work there or visit there for some work. The eating space or cafeteria of any commercial space needs to be designed in an aesthetically appealing way. Nobody enjoys eating in a place with a shabby or unappealing ambiance. If you need to add an eatery or a cafeteria to a commercial space that you have recently set up, we have a list of design essentials that you need to keep in mind when setting up the cafeteria.

Giving Your Cafeteria A Theme

One excellent way to make the in-house cafeteria popular with in-house employees is by giving the cafeteria a fun and vibrant theme. If your commercial space is utilized for the auto industry, you can probably give the cafeteria an auto theme. You can convert old car seats into cafeteria seats. The booths in the cafeteria can be styled in the shape of cars and so on. Besides an auto theme, there are tons of other themes that can be used for your cafeteria.

Add Class And Elegance To The Cafeteria With Appropriate Flooring

Having a suitable flooring for your cafeteria plays an extremely important role in changing the face of the surroundings. When making a selection of floor tiles or boards, make sure that you keep in mind the overall theme of the cafeteria. For instance, if your cafeteria has a Mediterranean style and feels about it, you may want to select vibrant and captivating Portuguese tiles for the floor. On the other hand, if your cafeteria has a more rustic vibe about it, then you can opt for slate tiles, or wooden floorboards and so on.  

Use Chic And Stylish Wall Panels In The Cafeteria

Wall panels are a brilliant way to add style and character to your cafeteria. Wall panels are available in countless different styles, colors, patterns, and materials. If you wish to give your cafeteria a raw, natural, outdoorsy look and feel, you can install the brick wall panels. The brick wall panels have an extremely rustic charm about them, and they give the surroundings an outdoorsy and natural vibe. Besides the brick wall panels, there are several other decorative panels that will stand out when they are installed against the cafeteria walls. There are wooden wall panels, colorful PVC wall panels, stone wall panels, 3D wall panels and tons of other options for you to choose from.

Comfortable And Practical Furniture

While furniture can prove to have a decorative impact on your cafeteria, you need to find furniture that is comfortable and practical. Many owners of cafes and eateries install unique and quaint looking furniture to enhance the aesthetics of the surroundings, but what goes unrealized is the fact that such furniture can prove to be extremely uncomfortable to sit on for long hours. Many people like to sit for long stretches at cafeterias and work on their laptops or gadgets. You need to ensure that the furniture that you install in your cafeteria has the perfect balance of aesthetics, practicality, and comfort. The chairs, couches and other sitting arrangements that you install should provide adequate back support to customers. The tables in your cafeteria should be of a height that allows customers to eat properly as well as work on their gadgets comfortably.

Make Sure That The Lighting Is Perfect

Any place with a great ambiance usually has excellent lighting. You need to make sure that your cafeteria has appropriate and practical light installations. You can enhance the character and vibe of the cafeteria by installing rope lights, wall lamps, mosaic lights and other interesting and unique lighting options. Another thing you need to take into consideration when deciding the lighting plan of the cafeteria is that the lights should not be so absurdly bright that they irritate the customers and clients. The electrical lighting of the cafeteria should complement the natural lighting of the surroundings. The lights should create an intimate yet pleasant ambiance in your cafeteria.

Windows Are Essential

Windows bring in natural light and the streaming rays of the sun. Natural light has a way of boosting the spirits and increasing positivity of the people who are experiencing it. If your cafeteria overlooks a field or has an excellent view, you should consider installing french windows or ceiling to floor windows. If the view from the cafeteria is not exceptional, make sure that the windows are large enough for natural sunlight to flow in.

Always Remember, Less Is More

Nobody likes to sit and have a meal in a cramped space. You need to design your cafeteria in a minimalistic and spacious style. There should be breathing room between the tables and customers should be able to sit comfortably without feeling claustrophobic. Even when installing plants, showpieces or furniture, make sure that you install these items in a way that the surroundings do not seem stuffy.

Add Art To Your Cafeteria

Art installations always give character and style to any place. You can enhance the vibe of your cafeteria by adding beautiful canvases to the walls, installing crystal or ceramic showpieces and even putting up handmade sculptures. All of this art can give your cafeteria a particularly intellectual and creative feel. Your cafeteria will then attract writers, journalists, artists and other individuals from the world of intellect. You can purchase affordable art from your local flea market or from budding and upcoming artists.

While it is essential to keep the theme or customer inflow in mind when designing your cafeteria, it is also essential to make sure that you have a blast when decorating the space. The above-mentioned list of ideas are tried and tested and have brought in desired results to many.

Create the perfect cafeteria design by using simple yet affordable ideas that will give the cafeteria the vibe you have always wanted for this commercial space.

Win a SwimWays Infant Baby Spring Float

One WINNER will win a SwimWays Infant Baby Spring Float

Hosted by: Night Helper

Open to: USA only 18yrs. +

Start date: 02/19~ 02/26 11:59pm

The winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to reply

Disclosure: We reserve the right to make revisions, to cancel, or suspend this contest for any reason. We are not associated with any of the companies named above. The odds of winning are based on the number of entries received Open to the US 18+ only. Confirmed Winner(s) (by Random.org) will be contacted by email. Winner(s) have 24 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited by law. The sponsor(s) will be responsible for product shipment to winner(s) of this giveaway. Night Helper Blog (and any other blog participating) is not responsible for product shipment/delivery. This event is in no way administered, sponsored, or endorsed by, or associated with, Facebook and/or Twitter, Google, Pinterest. This disclosure is done in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 10 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements. Entrants must only enter with either one email address, IP address and/or Facebook account, anyone found violating these rules will be disqualified. It is at the sole discretion of the admin of the giveaway if the winner has met the rules or not. a Rafflecopter giveaway

iStorage diskAshur2 Giveaway

iStorage diskAshur2 Giveaway

Open to residents of the US, Canada and Europe Territories

Giveaway runs from 2/18/12 - 3/4/17

Hosted by Beautiful Touches

USB 3.1 Portable Encrypted Hard Drive

1 Winner - ARV £219.00

  a Rafflecopter giveaway Disclosure: We reserve the right to make revisions, to cancel, or suspend this contest for any reason. We are not associated with any of the companies named above. The odds of winning are based on the number of entries received Open to the US 18+ only. Confirmed Winner(s) (by Random.org) will be contacted by email. Winner(s) have 24 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited by law. The sponsor(s) will be responsible for product shipment to winner(s) of this giveaway. Mom Blog Society (and any other blog participating) is not responsible for product shipment/delivery. This event is in no way administered, sponsored, or endorsed by, or associated with, Facebook and/or Twitter, Google, Pinterest. This disclosure is done in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 10 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements. Entrants must only enter with either one email address, IP address and/or Facebook account, anyone found violating these rules will be disqualified. It is at the sole discretion of the admin of the giveaway if the winner has met the rules or not.

BlindSpotz GIVEAWAY

What is BlindSpotz?

BlindSpotz contains eight temperature gauge sensors (in the form of stickers that do not damage paint) to be placed in various locations in your home for 48 hours to detect cold drafts. Many homes have drafts that creep in undetected forcing your heating system to work extra hard to maintain the proper temperatures throughout your entire home.

How BlindSpotz Works to Detect Cold Drafts

• • First off, make sure you are planning to use BlindSpotz when the temperatures are below 32 degrees. Before placing the BlindSpotz on the wall, rub until the circle becomes grey. The warmth of your hands creates a neutral starting temperature and prepares the sensor to begin effectively tracking the temperatures.
  • Next, place the sensors in various locations of your home. Do not place on windows, metal, or aluminum frames. They will give a false reading since the surface stays much colder than the actual air itself. I have found BlindSpotz is best to place on walls both high and low. 

• Wait 48 hours. This gives a more accurate reading of the actual temperatures within the 48 hours. Refrain from touching the sensor to prevent the warmth of your hands from affecting the reading. 
• Take a photo of the sensor(s) after the 48 hours and go HERE to enter your name, email, the sensor photo, and a brief description of what the weather was like during the 48 hours. 
• You will then receive an email with a solution to fix the cold drafts to start saving money and prevent overuse of your heating system.

Saves Time and Money

As I said earlier, it can be difficult to get a contractor or "fix it guy" to come to your house to assess the situation. It is not cheap either! Planning a time that works for everyone is hard enough but then knowing most professionals do not come out to give an estimate AND fix the problem all in the same day, you are now having to find two dates that work for both of your schedules. This can take weeks to complete the whole job even if it is a simple fix! Using BlindSpotz gives you a clear answer on what needs to be fixed PRIOR to calling the professional. Some jobs, you may be able to complete yourself which would save a lot of time and money. Even if you can not fix the problem on your own, knowing the solution saves two trips from the professional. BlindSpotz can be ordered on Amazon which allows quick delivery. You can complete the assessment on your own time schedule while cutting out the middleman! After submitting any photos of areas where the sensors detected cold drafts, you will receive an email containing solutions on how to fix the problem, as well as, a coupon for ACE Hardware! Double Win in my books!!

NOW, for a BlindSpotz GIVEAWAY

BlindSpotz is giving away three packages of BlindSpotz to 3 different winners.

If you have won the same prize on another blog, you will not be eligible to win it again.

Shipment make take 4-6 weeks

Come back daily to increase your chances of winning! Good luck!
  a Rafflecopter giveaway Disclosure

My Four and More’s Thirty-One Giveaway

My Four and More’s Thirty-One Giveaway

Open to US Only – Ends 3/1

Sponsored by: Thirty-One | Hosted by: My Four and More

Review & Newz is happy to promote this giveaway.  No compensation was received.  Reviewz & Newz is not responsible for prize fulfillment.

Sophie & Trey Tote and Wallet Giveaway

Two WINNER will win a Zipper Tote & Wallet Set From Sophie &Trey

Hosted by: Night Helper

Open to: USA only 18yrs. +

Start date: 02/14~ 02/22 11:59pm

The winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to reply

  Disclosure: We reserve the right to make revisions, to cancel, or suspend this contest for any reason. We are not associated with any of the companies named above. The odds of winning are based on the number of entries received Open to the US 18+ only. Confirmed Winner(s) (by Random.org) will be contacted by email. Winner(s) have 24 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited by law. The sponsor(s) will be responsible for product shipment to winner(s) of this giveaway. Night Helper Blog (and any other blog participating) is not responsible for product shipment/delivery. This event is in no way administered, sponsored, or endorsed by, or associated with, Facebook and/or Twitter, Google, Pinterest. This disclosure is done in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 10 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements. Entrants must only enter with either one email address, IP address and/or Facebook account, anyone found violating these rules will be disqualified. It is at the sole discretion of the admin of the giveaway if the winner has met the rules or not. a Rafflecopter giveaway

Welch’s Fruit Ciders K-Cup Giveaway

 FACEBOOK | TWITTER | INSTAGRAM | Buy on AMAZON

This is a sponsored conversation shared by Wrapped Up N U on behalf of Welch’s Fruit Ciders.

Welcome to the Welch’s Fruit Ciders

K-Cup Giveaway!

Prize: 1 winner will receive a box of Welch’s Fruit Ciders K-Cup

Beginning Date: 2/13/2018 12:00 pm EST

Ending Date: 2/27/2018 12:00 pm EST

Make sure to click here to read our full review today.

Entry-Form

We all “love it when you like us or follow us” on social media! By following us on our social networks and by email we are able to get the best giveaways together on the internet! If you take an entry you must stay following for the entire contest or you will be disqualified. Please refer to the full terms and conditions on the giveaway widget. This giveaway is in no way endorsed, affiliated or associated with Facebook, Twitter or any other Social Media Networking Site. You are not eligible if you have won a prize from the sponsor in the last 90 days. This Giveaway is valid in the United States Only and Entrants must be 18+ years of age to enter.

Disclaimer: Wrapped Up N U nor any blog promoting this giveaway, is not responsible for the awarding of the prize. Sponsor is responsible for prize fulfillment.

Disclosure of Material Connection: Wrapped Up N U received the product above to facilitate the writing of a review. Some of the links on this post may be affiliate links. This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I may (at no cost to you) receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services that I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

As Always…Thank You For Visiting Today ~ Please Leave Some Comment Love While You Are Here!

Superior Source Vitamins Giveaway

Superior Source Vitamins Giveaway February 13-23, 2018 Open to US

Bringing You Moments To Celebrate

Sponsored by SUPERIOR SOURCE Organized by CELEBRATE WOMAN TODAY

Superior Source Vitamins start their work the moment they touch your mouth cavity. Developed with the MicroLingual® technology, meaning they are absorbed into the blood stream within your mouth, they make some of the powerful supplements in your life. Nothing to swallow. Nothing to lose in the potency of the vitamins or any of the Superior Source products.  A fact: almost 50% of vitamins' potency is lost within the acidic environment of the stomach. That is why MicroLingual® supplements provide more value with each dosage. The entire family can benefit from taking such supplements. Superior Source makes GMO and Sugar FREE vitamins which are 90% smaller than any regular vitamins on the market. There are zero chemical binders or fillers in their vitamins. We would like to invite you to enter to win an invaluable pack of the Superior Source vitamin collection that could be used by your entire family. Check it out!

Here's what a winner shall receive:

• Vitamin B12 • Vitamin D3 • Vitamin C • Children's B-Complex with Vitamin C • Multi-Vitamin • Biotin

For those who wish to explore Superior Source Vitamins, the company offers full-size supplements for a nominal shipping and handling. Here are the links:

• 15% Off All Vitamins + FREE shipping – Use Code CVC15 • FREE Vitamin B12, 60-Day Supply, S&H $3.95 • FREE Vitamin D products, S&H $4.95 • BOGO, FREE Vitamin C

Come Back For Daily Entries!

Prize – SUPERIOR SOURCE VITAMINS

Complete the tasks below to earn entries into this giveaway. Return for Daily Entries & More Chances to Snap This Prize! Ends at 11:59pm EDT on FEBRUARY 23, 2018

Entry-Form

Addiction: A Family Affair

Addiction.  The one word no parent, sibling, husband, or wife wants to hear.  Addiction is very hard on families because the addiction is usually to alcohol, street drugs, or prescribed drugs.  Not all addicts are able to recover without help from a treatment facility.  And, sometimes that does not work.  I recently had a close family member in treatment for 15 months.  I thought she was doing great!  Two weeks after her release, she was back on the drugs she had sought help to stop using.  I cannot begin to tell you how this has affected my family.

There are varying opinions on addicts.  They did it to themselves, they chose that drug or alcohol, etc.  if it was that easy to get over, why are people dying in the streets in the Untied States.  I think we need to do more to help addicts.  NOBODY wants to be an addict, no one wants to have to have a substance control their life.  You have to learn about coping skills. You have to learn about what triggers you to want to use.  There are so many factors  to help an addict get in recovery and get the help they need to stay sober.  And stay sober for the rest of their life.

Giving someone Narcan that had overdosed and offering no other kind of mental health or medical help is not the answer.  We have way too many treatment facilities all over the United Sates for our loved ones to be dying from addiction.  I don't want another family member or another friend to go through addiction. It takes over your life and the people that love you. It puts relationships and trust to the test.  I have a very god friend that I no loner speak to because she is addicted to pain killers.

Do you have an addictions story?  Feel free to comment below.  I have left the choice to comment anonymously open, to protect your privacy.  Please if you are seeking help from a drug rehab, please consider this drug rehab in Colorado.

FREE printable Trolls The Beat Goes On Valentines

FREE printable Trolls The Beat Goes On Valentines! Just click on the picture.

Luxury train tours experience in India

“Travel makes one modest. You see what a tiny place you occupy in the world.”

-Gustav Flaubert

What is worthy traveling in India if not as sumptuous and majestic as a royal? Here, we bring to you the Luxury Train Tours of India – offering you with the utmost experience of luxury merged with style. Our tours vary from contour to contour, covering alluringly beautiful terrains amidst the country.

Following are  various packages that offer you the most aristocratic and imperial view of the country.

1. Royal Rajasthan on Wheels

This tour covers the vast sands and deserted lands of Rajasthan. It focuses on taking you through the delectable expanse of the state and extravagant sightseeing! The tourist spots enlisted showcase distinctive monuments, forts and palaces with deep-rooted historical significance. Rajasthan is known for its rich culture and traditional civilization along with unique delicacies you absolutely cannot resist! Destinations sure are an add-on but the spiritual influence on the state is incomparable. This tour also covers the World Heritage Site of Taj Mahal by the end, counted India’s most beautiful possession.

2. Maharaja Express

Confused about your pick for experiencing the Golden Triangle? Maharaja Express is your place. The Golden travel Triangle - renowned for the triangular shape formed on the map of India – comprises of Delhi, Agra & Jaipur. The Maharaja Express takes you through this Golden Triangle – ensuring you live the life of royalty when around and amidst the land of royals. It is one of our most applauded tours, for the adventurous safaris, it offers in the thick of Ranthambore and the vivid explorations of variant local cultures and precious remains.

3. Palace on Wheels

As the name suggests, Palace on Wheels prominently highlights the Palace of Love & Integrity: Taj Mahal. While traveling on with India’s first Luxury Tourist Train, you witness the regal fort palaces, the invincible City Palace of Jaipur, the joyous elephant rides and other vibrant elements symbolizing medieval past of the state.

4. Indian Sojourn – Deccan Odyssey

The journey of Indian Sojourn offers you variant amenities, on board and otherwise; encompassing of an enchanting tour of Vadodara, boat rides through Lake Pichola and so much more. It swipes you with its effulgent escapades and rich history.

5. The Indian Panorama

The route adopted by this express passes through the heart of this country, consequentially taking you through the antiquated and ancient epoch of India’s culture, architecture, other worldliness, and primacy. From experiencing the mesmerizing sunset view to the spiritual transition within you – this tour practically transports you to the era of the Nawabs of Awadh – witnessing the thrilling hospitality from our end.

6. Golden Chariot

Formerly known as the “Splendor of South”, this tour sums up to offer one of the most delightful and dazzling destinations of the South. Quite literally, the Golden Chariot chugs through the gardens of Bangalore onto Chennai, Puducherry and many destinations down further to Kerela, empathetically known as “God’s own Country”. You are bound to enjoy the most picturesque and eye-catching landscapes and backwaters – braiding and blending your soul onto the spirit and positivity of the Southern part of India

 Every journey commenced by the rail through India is magical as ever provided you are a keen and habitual traveler!

Baked Green Cheese Grits

Baked Green Cheese Grits



In Georgia, we take our grits seriously.  Whether it's Shrimp and Grits or Cheese Grits, we are ready for anything.  Show them how much you love them this St. Patrick's Day with this recipe for Baked Green Grits.  

Items needed:

3 cups Chicken Broth
1 cup Jim Dandy Quick Grits
1 stick Margarine (1/2 cup) (cubed)
Green Food Coloring
2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
2 large Eggs (beaten)
1 teaspoon bottled Minced Garlic
Pepper (to taste)
½ cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese
Non-Stick Cooking Spray

Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees. Spray an 8x8 inch or 2 quart glass baking dish with cooking spray and set aside. Over medium heat, bring chicken broth to a boil, then add grits. Stir and cover. Turn heat to low and cook for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and add margarine and stir until melted. Stir in desired amount of green food coloring. Add cheese and stir until melted. Add eggs and stir until blended. Stir in minced garlic and pepper until combined. Pour into baking dish. Top with parmesan cheese. Bake covered on the 3rd middle rack for 25 minutes.

Andis Styling Brush

One WINNER will win a Andis Styling Brush

Hosted by: Night Helper

Open to: USA only 18yrs. +

Start date: 02/02~ 02/09 11:59pm

The winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to reply

Disclosure: We reserve the right to make revisions, to cancel, or suspend this contest for any reason. We are not associated with any of the companies named above. The odds of winning are based on the number of entries received Open to the US 18+ only. Confirmed Winner(s) (by Random.org) will be contacted by email. Winner(s) have 24 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited by law. The sponsor(s) will be responsible for product shipment to winner(s) of this giveaway. Night Helper Blog (and any other blog participating) is not responsible for product shipment/delivery. This event is in no way administered, sponsored, or endorsed by, or associated with, Facebook and/or Twitter, Google, Pinterest. This disclosure is done in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 10 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements. Entrants must only enter with either one email address, IP address and/or Facebook account, anyone found violating these rules will be disqualified. It is at the sole discretion of the admin of the giveaway if the winner has met the rules or not.
a Rafflecopter giveaway

Enchantails Slumber Bag Set

One WINNER will win a Enchantails Slumber Bag Set.

Company will select.

Hosted by: Night Helper

Open to: USA only 18yrs. +

Start date: 02/07~ 02/014 11:59pm

The winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to reply

Disclosure: We reserve the right to make revisions, to cancel, or suspend this contest for any reason. We are not associated with any of the companies named above. The odds of winning are based on the number of entries received Open to the US 18+ only. Confirmed Winner(s) (by Random.org) will be contacted by email. Winner(s) have 24 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited by law. The sponsor(s) will be responsible for product shipment to winner(s) of this giveaway. Night Helper Blog (and any other blog participating) is not responsible for product shipment/delivery. This event is in no way administered, sponsored, or endorsed by, or associated with, Facebook and/or Twitter, Google, Pinterest. This disclosure is done in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 10 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements. Entrants must only enter with either one email address, IP address and/or Facebook account, anyone found violating these rules will be disqualified. It is at the sole discretion of the admin of the giveaway if the winner has met the rules or not. : a Rafflecopter giveaway

Bourbon Balls

Make this special treat for your significant other this Valentine's Day!  Chocolate and bourbon always have a special place in my heart! 

Ingredients:

·         9 oz. 60% dark chocolate chips

·         1/4 cup heavy whipping cream (or coconut milk for dairy free)

·         2 tbsp bourbon

For Caramel Swirl:

·         1/2 cup sugar

• 1/8 cup water
• 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1 tbsp butter

For Coating:

·         Cacao powder

·         Sprinkles

Instructions:

1. Combine sugar and water for caramel in small saucepan on med. Heat for 10 min (1/4 cup sugar + 1/8 cup water)
2. Add 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
3. Simmer 2 min, then add butter and remove caramel from heat
4. Chop chocolate into small bits
5. In a small saucepan heat 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream to simmer, remove from heat, pour over chopped chocolate in heat safe bowl
6. Stir until smooth
7. You may use the microwave in 15 second increments for additional melting help if necessary
8. Let cool for 2 min and pour in bourbon, mix
9. Swirl in about 2/3 of the caramel, marble style.
10. Cover and place in fridge to chill for 1 hr
11. Scoop out chocolate using a melon baller, roll gently between hands until round
12. Coat in cacao or sprinkles by rolling ball on plate

Recipe courtesy of Brynn HouskaBreaking Bread XO

Thanks to David Nicholson Reserve for providing the bourbon to make this special treat! 

Customer Sucess

Do you own a business?  No matter what type of business you own you need customers or clients to be successful.  Let's take the case of subscription boxes .  Examples of subscription boxes are Ipsy (beauty,), Blue Apron(meals), and Bark Box(this one is for your dogs).  What do you do make sure your potential customer not only sees your product, but they buy it?

The first thing you do is marketing and lots of it. If you have an online business(such as the subscription boxes), you advertise on the website and social media!  If you have a brick and mortar store-front,you advertise there, your local newspaper,flyers, and word of mouth.   You want those customers in your store making purchases.   Right?

Now that you have that customer,you want them to keep buying from you,week after week or month after month.  This is called customer retention. A repeat customer spends 67% more than a new one.  So,you need to do things to not only GET customers in your store front, but retain them, too.  You need some type of help to do this.  You may need product usage analytics.   Most companies whether online or brick and mortar have a computer and software. To measure  customer success  companies offer a guided tour software.

I have always said, "Time is money".  The more time it takes to get and retain a customer costs you money.  On the flip side, they longer a customer stays in your store, the more money they spend.  Getting that customer to your store costs you money.  In today's business world, you need software application that will give you all the information you need to track your products, your customers, your sales,  and much more.  This gives you the upper hand over your competitors to get and retain that customer.

Whatever your business may be,your bottom line is PROFIT.  You did not start a business yo break even or lose everything you put into it.  You want a profit and you want to keep having a profit month after month and year after year. Being able to understand you customer is key to that.  The subscription boxes I mentioned before are very successful.  I know they use some type of software to measure their analytics of their customer base.   Ipsy will not send out the same beauty products month after month.  However, they do offer a discount if you choose to buy a  particular product from that box.  That is how you upsell to a customer.  They made you a customer by offering you a subscription box at an affordable price, they retain you by putting great products in that subscription box each month, and they convert those $10 month boxes by selling you the full size products from the sample sized  that were contained in your monthly subscription box. That is a customer success story.

Luxe Travel, Minimal Budget: Can It Be Done?

 

Image source

The travel industry likes to suggest in their adverts and marketing that you can get all the benefits of a high-end luxury trip without paying full price for it. However, before you book your next break you need to ask the question, can luxury travel really be done on a minimal budget? Read on to find out more.

Yes - accommodation bookings

One way that you can indeed minimize the cost of your luxury vacation is to play the booking system. This can be done in a number of ways.

The first is to be aware of timings and how this affects prices. For example, booking very early (over 1 year in advance) often comes with huge discounts as travel agents are keen to get the first wave of rooms sold. Similarly, leaving your booking until just before you go can also mean you can save a considerable amount on the price. It also gives you the chance to save up money to pay the vacation off in full as well.

In addition, some providers market themselves as luxe but charge a lower rate, consult these for the 5-star treatment at a 3-star price. Something that you can further enhance the savings on if you don't mind not knowing where you will be staying until you arrive. 

 

Good discounts can often be found on luxe hotels.

Image

No - prices don't fall below a certain amount

The thing is though, that luxe vacations no matter when you book them are very unlikely to fall under a certain limit. This is because providers know what they are worth and what their profit margins are. This means they won't discount so heavily that the will lose money.

They also know that there will nearly always be someone to fill that space, even if they do leave it until the last minute. Something that can also stop the prices falling super low too.

Yes - plane tickets

Air travel is a major and often the most costly part of a vacation, and many people choose to book this separately to their accommodation. Luckily, if you know the system, this is also an area that you can save large amounts on.

Firstly, make sure that you know when the airline that you want to travel with releases their tickets during the year. Plane tickets are often priced on a demand basis, so when they are first released, and there are lots the price is a lot lower.

Also, don't discount chartering a private jet for shorter journeys, as surprisingly they don't always cost as much as you'd think. Something that you can find more info about by clicking the link. Just remember to ask for the 75% discount on empty leg seats. Otherwise, the cost may seem totally out of your price range!

No - living costs will be the same

It is also worth bearing in mind, however, that luxe destinations are full of high-end restaurants, coffee shops, and stores. Something that means the cost of living when you get there will still be high. With that in mind, it can still be pricey to vacation in that area even if you do get discounts on flights and accommodation.

In conclusion, you can certainly travel for less than full price on a luxe vacation. However, you will still end up paying a significant amount, so you just need to work out whether it's worth it for the high-end experience.