Five Easy Things You Need To Do When Bartering Your Services Or Products Effectively

The definition of "Barter" is to exchange Goods or Services for equal Value.
It is important to perform these (5) five things when bartering below:

1) Before you make the decision to barter with an Individual or Business, know the background of this person or entity to the best of your ability.
Do not rush into an agreement without utilizing "due diligence" and "Do Not Appear Desperate".
Have a "Needed Value" in mind; A "Needed Value" is some currency, service or product you can not afford to purchase, but want to acquire or you ought to have in your possession.(E.g. If you want gasoline for your vehicle and you have a 10 Gallon Tank, the cost to fill-up that automobile is $2.00 per gallon at a total of $20.00 USD. Therefore, your "Needed Value" is $20.00 USD.)

2) Set a "Barter Value" for your services or products slightly above (No more than 10% higher) your "Needed Value",whereas, if you need to negotiate, you will fall no more than 10% to your "Needed Value" or right on mark.

An Example Of A Barter

(E.g. Let's say your "Barter Value" is 2 hours of Labor to clean an Office Building for $20.00 USD Dollars in gasoline to travel to a Conference in another County or Province. You offer the Owner your services starting at $22.00 for 1.8 hours of labor. If the Owner says, "No", you immediately ask professionally what they had in mind. If the Owners says, "$18.00 for 2.5 hours", you throw in an incentive and readjust your rate in 5% increments below your original offer with the maximum discount being 10% or until an agreement is reached that you can live with. Note: Do not sell yourself short, know the labor rates in your country, state, province, county or district.)

3) Once a verbal agreement has been discussed, go a step further and make the Barter a written contract. Most legally binding contracts possess a date, two signatures of the parties establishing the agreement, a statement explaining the implementation of the understanding of the exchange of goods or services and a disclaimer protecting yourself (or) business from any unforeseen circumstances that may occur.

4) Always, be polite, professional, on-time and very knowledgeable. If you are going to meet with the Individual or Company that you desire to create this form of venture with, be on time or at least (15) fifteen minutes ahead of schedule. Dress professional, be clean and well groomed.

5) Think positive at all times. Always have at least (5) five plans to pursue regarding your barter. If the person or business says "No" on the initial approach, ask politely for a reason why. Listen carefully to comprehend while making adjustments to your approach or business then, ask to follow-up with them in 1 to 2 weeks time. Follow-up as promised and re-negotiate your offering. Don't give up, give-in or give out if all fails; do not panic. Take a physical and mental break - relax. Find something to take your mind off your situation like giving back (Volunteering), then allow yourself to recover while going at it again.


Questions & Answers

1. Question to C. Henry: C. Henry, tell us how you know so much about bartering?

Answer from C. Henry: Since 1998, We (BIE, Inc) have slowly emerged. Once, I was laid off from a Major Telecommunications Company which caused me to loss just about everything. Now, I've always had my Business (BIE, Inc.) on the side just waiting for the right moment to grow into an International Communication Conglomerate. Well, anyway...I convinced Relatives to give me an old broke down Station Wagon in their Garage for free. I then bartered with a Mechanic to build a website in lieu of paying for some repairs to the Vehicle.


2. Question to C. Henry: C. Henry, would you barter stocks and bonds with someone for physical items like land or other property?

Answer from C. Henry: If the U.S. Securities Exchange Commission allow you to barter your stocks or bonds...I would definitely take that opportunity into consideration. But, before I say "Yes" or "No", I would check Federal, State, County and Local laws to see if bartering in that magnitude is even legally possible.


3. Question to C. Henry: C. Henry, did you have a written barter system concept to share with the U.S. Federal Government or World regarding bartering.

Answer from C. Henry: Yes.


So, what do you think? Is bartering goods and services one of the best ways to save the U.S. and World Economy, today? There's no welfare involved, no long term debt you can never repay, what's up?

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Broadcasting Interest Enterprise, Inc.
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What's A Funeral Without A Casket Or Urn: "Who Is Best Buy Caskets And Urns?"

Years ago, when People passed away, like my Brother in 1978, Grandmother and Father in 1995; I wasn't too cultured about funerals period. In fact, many Folk or Individuals feel or felt exactly the same way I expressed my emotions for the Dearly Beloved Deceased.

Well, I'm happy to say today, those emotions or fears have sorta sided - figuratively speaking. "In so much as we are gathered here to mourn the passing of someone"... these words are yet intense to say the least, but it is a reality.

Speaking of the inevitable, their are People in this World who have made it their Life's Journey to assist the Dead in their transition and the Living of the Dead through a very emotional, sad time for the majority.

Now to write this Blog, you might just thought that I have lost my ever loving mind fooling around with stuff that deals with Death. Well, to some surprise and not to my mind, I'm perfectly sane.

Yes, as a Motorcyclist, I have slowed down a little, yes I don't jump quickly to judgment anymore....but, dealing with Death is sobering to all including me.

However, imagine if you were a Family who had just lost a Loved-One and there was not a lot of money to pay for a Funeral or your Loved One last request was to be cremated.

Did you know that there is a rare Company in the State of Georgia that could assist you with the Funeral Cost or Urn to place your Loved-One remains in forever?

This Company is owned and operated by a unique Family called the Moorer. The Company is called, "Best Buy Caskets" and they specialize in lowering the high cost of a Funeral by selecting a quality casket or cremation urn at savings of up to 50% or more, without pressure or embarrassment.

Now, Somebody might be getting a laugh out the above statement, but this is indeed a fact.

On any day, You can call them 24 hours at (404) 756-9509 and get assistance.

Furthermore, they are located at 2035 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Atlanta, Georgia 30314. (0r) On the web at http://www.bestbuycasketsandurns.com

Now if you misspell the URL, simply go to "Google" and type in " Best, Buy, Caskets, Urns and Atlanta, Georgia."

I've been there and last I checked - there were no "deceased" People in their Showroom.

So, what do you think? If you don't have to buy your Funeral Products from the Funeral Homes 'cause you don't have a lot of funds, but you want to give Your Loved One a very nice "Home Going", then why not contact "Best Buy Caskets and Urns"?

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C. Henry Adams
Broadcasting Interest Enterprise, Inc.

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Widget Press's ModelBaker Founder, Developer, Everything: "Who Is Jonathan Freeman?"

I hope you understand that I don't know if I believe in this saying, "Six (6) Degrees of Separation", but I will agree that there is a time and season for everybody and everything. That being said, my company was seeking assistance with a PHP Development Project when a Colleague located in the Country of Belgium recommended the Atlanta PHP Group.

Well, the Atlanta PHP Group has a Profile located on Facebook. This particular PHP Group meets the 1st Thursday of every month in the Consulate General's Office of Canada located here in Atlanta, Ga USA. The Group discuss information and share knowledge regarding PHP. PHP is PHP: Hypertext Preprocessor developed by Rasmus Lerdorf in 1994. It is a code placed in HTML or web page language. "What!!!?" Seriously, that is the actual definition.

Moreover, following another meeting in downtown Atlanta that I attended that night; I drove over to their gathering and a Young Man by the name of Jonathan Freeman was giving a presentation with a demonstration of his latest innovative software called, "ModelBaker" on an Apple Computer.

So, who is Jonathan Freedman? Jonathan Freeman is the developer of ModelBaker a PHP, Javascript, Apache Server, CSS, CakePHP and MySQL based software to say the very least.

Alright, being late...I walked in on a history making event. Here was a Person or should I say Computer Software Genius enthralled in sharing his knowledge to a secure building, packed room of Computer Programming PHP Lovers.

Ladies and Gentlemen, here in the beautiful City of Atlanta, G-A, quite possibly the next Microsoft - Type Company (I Mean that in a very nice way; "A Major Software Company") has developed an Innovative way to create extremely dynamic web sites and databases involving PHP, Javascript, MySQL, Apache, CAKEPHP and CSS just to name few open source software languages.

Now, for me being a PC utilizing Business Man...I would have to succumb to using an Apple Computer with 1.25GHz to make web sites, build complex web based databases and much much more starting under $400.00 USD according the "Widget Press" website. By the way, I'm incline to believe that this would be the ideal path to follow in high dynamic web development.

Quite simply, we quoted the following from the http://www.widgetpress.com web site as saying,

"ModelBaker - a remarkable application that delivers point and click development so you can do amazing things for your business, your customers, organization and school. Rapidly build a corporate intranet from scratch. Create custom client web applications based on templates you’ve created. Place your classroom online and offer your students mobile access from an iPhone, iPod touch or Google Android."

Incidentally, if I just clearly flew over your head with acronyms, phrases and words - please feel free to review the definitions below:

Definitions Of Computer Terms

PHP - PHP:Hypertext Preprocessor developed by Rasmus Lerdorf in 1994.

CAKEPHP - CakePHP is a rapid development framework for PHP that provides an extensible architecture for developing, maintaining, and deploying applications.

HTML - HyperText Markup Language.

JavaScript - A scripting Language for Web Pages.

Apache - Web Server Software that operates Millions of Web Sites.

MySQL - The MySQL® database has become the world's most popular open source database because of its consistent fast performance, high reliability and ease of use.

CSS - Cascading Style Sheets

Apple Computer - Apple Computer, Inc. Cupertino, CA Manufacturer of personal computers. Heavy penetration in the graphics / desktop publishing business and in education.

PC - Personal Computer based on an IBM Model.

ModelBaker - a remarkable application that delivers point and click development so you can do amazing things for your business, your customers, organization and school.


So, what do you think? Should we continue to forge forward regardless of tough times when there are Innovative Inventors like Jonathan Freedman around to help make life much easier or motivate Us to become Genius(es) Ourselves?


Sign,
C. Henry Adams
Broadcasting Interest Enterprise, Inc.
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A Characteristic Of Uncommon Valor In Business: "Save Education, Save Morris Brown College!"

The definition of valor is bravery or courage. Which brings to mind a struggling Institution and its characteristics to forge through a mighty battle of mere survival. Their are many acts of valor and as a Veteran, I'm familiar with one unique form of being brave. That is uncommon valor.

Which brings to mind Morris Brown College. Its been six years since Morris Brown College had accreditation and its been several days since the school lost a building to surmounting debt in an auction.

I must admit as a Citizen of Atlanta, I have a serious interest and concern in Morris Brown College.

It is not because I'm of African American Descent or because I'm even a Member of the Church Organization that started this great Institution.

But, it is because I'm aware that this School which many People have stop short of calling a "blasphemy" has transform many lives in the City of Atlanta, County of Fulton, State of Georgia and the United States of America.

The races, creeds and national origins of the lives this particular educational organization has affected over 100 plus years and to this very day has a direct effect on the U.S. and Global Economy whether it be small while insignificant to large of overwhelming proportions.

You might ask, well - how do you know this C. Henry Adams? Stop, take a look around you for instance. If you can find just one person who attended Morris Brown College in your City or Town dead or alive, that is how we know these things.

If you are not convince still yet, that saving this Institution is vital to the City of Atlanta, State of Georgia or even the United States of America...then watch as other Institutions also fall to the way side in this economy and do nothing.

So what do you think? Do you know anyone that attended Morris Brown College that raise a Child or had influence on Children that became influential Adults? Before you answer utilizing race, don't - why, because the underlying factor is "Positive Influence reflecting on all individuals knowingly or unknowingly".

Help Save A School Like Morris Brown College and help reshape our economy by putting Skilled Professionals to work. It's a risk we all should consider taking and mastering the impossibility is now a possibility.


Sign,
C. Henry Adams
Broadcasting Interest Enterprise, Inc.
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Adult Entertainment We Can All Live With Today: "Who Is J & J Entertainment Foundation, Inc."

In 2003, I was actively Adult Roller Skating and somewhat ashamed of telling my fellow brethren what I was doing. Why? Well, I did not want anyone to think that I was weak, which I'm not. Nevertheless, for Me as a Single Straight Male of African American Descent it was the ideal thing to do when meeting single available Females.

Not to mention being a great pastime event, good for the heart, no alcohol or drugs involved and plenty of opportunity to socialize after a hard day or week at work.

Needless to say, being single for me can suck really bad without a special someone in your life.

So, when I heard of an Adult Roller Skating Night on "Thursday Nights" located at Skate Towne off of Old National Highway in College Park, Ga., I decided to go and check it out.

Well, when I arrived- I met some familiar faces, James- a Mid-Level Manager of a Major Record Company and Jennifer an Experienced Roller Skater & Business Lady.

Today, J & J Entertainment Foundation, Inc. focuses on producing quality affordable events such as "Free" Summer Outdoor Concerts in the Park for Fulton County Government and the weekly Grown Folks Skate Jams at Skate Towne on Old National Highway.

For more information about Thursday Adult Roller Skating Night in the Metro Atlanta Area, please contact Skate Towne below:

http://www.skatetowne.com

Skate Towne Roller Rink
5570 Old National Hwy.
College Park, Ga 30349 USA

(404) 768 - 0095


So, what do you think? Are you afraid to try something you did when you were a youth? (or) Does it have something to do with falling and busting your behind in front other Folk?



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C. Henry Adams
Broadcasting Interest Enterprise, Inc.
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A Local Dallas, Georgia Tire Company: Who Is D & A Tire Service?

Howell Thompson is perhaps one of the most Direct & Personal Owners of a Small Business I personally know in Northwest Georgia. When it comes to the Automobile, he is a Subject Matter Expert. Perhaps its because he has owned several Automotive Service Shops in the past that expanded from Dallas, Georgia to Kennesaw, Georgia or it could be that he has found his "Niche" in Life.

Speaking of a Niche, D & A Tire Service is well known throughout Dallas, Hiram, Rockmart, Cedartown, Powder Springs, Lithia Springs, Austell, Douglasville, Rome and even Atlanta, Georgia.

For 23 years or since 1986, this company has been servicing Cars, Pickup Trucks, SUVs, Tractor Trailers, Recreational Vehicles and Farm Equipment.

Today, Howell Thompson - Owner and Extraordinary with D & A Tire Service offers the following:

* Tires Sales
* Alignments
* Vehicle Diagnostics
* Brakes / Front End
* Engines / Transmission
* Wheel Sales
* OTR Tires ( Tractor Trailers)
* Farm Equipment Service

Located on 101 White Park Drive near downtown Dallas, Georgia, its just two turns away from C. H. James Parkway. But, don't believe us, call (770) 445-6824 or just email Howell at Howell(AT) autosolutionspaulding.com .

Oh, please do me the honor and tell him that you read this Blog that C. Henry Adams wrote regarding his Company. He even might tell you how he just saw me the other day (Late Feb. 2009) in a beat-up, beat-down White Chevy Cargo Van we are slowly fixing for my Company (Broadcasting Interest Enterprise, Inc.).

So, what do you think?

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C. Henry Adams
Broadcasting Interest Enterprise, Inc.
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