Summary: In this session, I will answer the following viewer & podcast listener questions related to the organizing methods and tools used to set up my business Organize DIY. How long did it take you to organize your business and what tools did you use? How do you manage your social networks? How do you structure and organize your notes and ideas? What are one or two tips for people who are starting or considering starting a business? Subscribe in a Reader Subscribe Now: Itunes Stitcher Radio BlackBerry Feedburner Items Mentioned in this session include: E Survey Pro – Free online survey service. IncorporateTime.com – The online company I used to create my LLC. Blue Host – Organize DIY website is hosting with Bluehost. I also utilize Bluehost for a SSL certificate and backup service. Great options for website hosting for the DIYer. This service is easy to use, 1-click automatic, WordPress installation, and excellent customer service. They offer Unlimited Domain Hosting, Unlimited GB Hosting Space, Unlimited GB File Transfer, Unlimited E-mail Accounts and much more. 99 Designs - This is an awesome way for any size business to outsource graphic design projects. Using a cool contest format, you submit the description of what you want created and select the designers you wish to include in your contest. They compete against each other to win the contest and earn money. Money Back Guarantee. Wordpress – The Organize DIY website was created on a WordPress platform. BuddyPress – A free plugin that is used to power and manage the Organize DIY online Community Wishlist Member - Easy to use membership solution that can turn any WordPress blog into a full-blown membership site. Organize DIY uses this plug in to manage the Organize DIY Community. 2CheckOut – Payment Gateway an online payment processing service that helps you accept all major credit cards, debit cards, PayPal and more. Organize DIY uses this service to manage the financial transactions for the website. Social Networks HootSuite - This social media dashboard helps to efficiently manage your social networks. They have two service levels, a ‘free’ level and a 'pro' level for additional services. Buffer - A free and easy way to share information with your social networks. Add information, pictures and videos, and then Buffer will automatically share them throughout the day. Facebook - Connect with us on Facebook. Twitter - Connect with us on Twitter. Pinterest - Connect with us on Pinterest. Google Plus - Connect with us on Google+. Microsoft Outlook - This software, part of the Microsoft Office Suite, is a personal information manager containing components to manage email, calendar, contacts, tasks, and electronic sticky notes. This system can be used by an individual or businesses. Outlook helps you communicate through email, phone support, and group scheduling capabilities. Google - Google supplies a free one stop portal for email, calendaring, file storage, and tracking tasks. This comprehensive system includes tons of online storage space and includes share capabilities, not to mention the ability to access your information from any computer anywhere. You can connect and view information from mobile devices, as well as seamlessly sync with desktop applications and other tools such as Outlook. Quickbooks - Computer software solution for organizing your business and financial records all in one place. Dropbox - A free file hosting service that lets you store and synchronize your photos, docs, and videos and share them easily. Automatically sync photos from your mobile decide to online folders, and share pictures, videos and other information with family, friends, teams, or work groups without worrying about email file sizes. Did you find this information helpful? If so, please rate us on Itunes.
