W. Eric Martin

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Keyboard pounder & synonym selecter, TwoWriters.net
Concord, NH, USA
Member Since: 09/15/2006

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About Me:
I've been a full-time freelance writer since 1999, writing for magazines on topics ranging from printing techniques and fast-food marketing practices to the secrets of buying cheap groceries and training tips from high-school football coaches. Whatever the topic, I research it to death, then animate its corpse to bring it to life for readers. :: My articles have appeared in Woman's Day, Psychology Today, Men's Fitness, In-Plant Graphics, AKFCF Quarterly, International Fiber Journal, Woodshop News, Indian Gaming Business, and all sorts of other specialized publications. I'm also the co-author of two books: The Complete Idiot's Guide to Starting and Running a Coffee Bar and Tools of Timekeeping: From Ancient Calendars to Atomic Clocks. :: My main professional interest is the board and card game industry, specifically European-style designer games. I edit and write for BoardgameNews.com in addition to having placed reviews of Eurogames in Discover, Scuba Diving, The Bark, Coffee Magazine, and other titles. Someday everyone will play these fine games, which means I'll never lack for opponents.

Industry: Information Services
Size of Business: 1 - 10 employees
Years in Business: 2-10 years

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Business Interests:
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Guides Written:	25
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Guides I've Written

Filing Your Business Taxes Electronically

Don't wait in line at the post office on April 15 — click and file your taxes
Guide Rating: 9.4 out of 10. Saved by 1 person.

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Call Monitoring Solutions

Find out how your employees treat customers on the phone
Guide Rating: 9.2 out of 10. Saved by 1 person.

Comments Received: 3
Keeping Up with Tax Law Changes

Federal and state governments alter tax laws often, so don't fall behind
Guide Rating: 9.0 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

Comments Received: 1
Protecting Your Web Site Intellectual Property

Keep your images and words under your control
Guide Rating: 9.0 out of 10. Saved by 1 person.

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Minority Business Programs

Government agencies and business associations can help you out
Guide Rating: 8.7 out of 10. Saved by 1 person.

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Better Cash Flow Management

Make money work for you and keep your business afloat
Guide Rating: 8.7 out of 10. Saved by 2 people.

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Hiring a Tax Consultant

Professional tax advice can help set your mind at ease
Guide Rating: 8.1 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

Comments Received: 10
Prepaid Legal Services for Small Business

Buy legal coverage and advice on the installment plan
Guide Rating: 8.1 out of 10. Saved by 1 person.

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Finding the Latest Sales and Marketing News

Learning new marketing and sales strategies will help you grow your business
Guide Rating: 8.0 out of 10. Saved by 1 person.

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Patent Auctions for Inventors

Online or live, find a marketer to turn your invention into cash
Guide Rating: 8.0 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

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Fleet Financing

Know when to lease or buy and how to get your best deal
Guide Rating: 8.0 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

Comments Received: 5
Office Desks

Present a professional image, from reception desks to executive desks
Guide Rating: 7.9 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

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Preparing for a Disaster

Expect the unexpected and you'll be better off in the long run
Guide Rating: 7.9 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

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Checking Job References

Make sure potential employees are telling the truth about their past
Guide Rating: 7.4 out of 10. Saved by 1 person.

Comments Received: 7
Raising Your Prices Successfully

Are you still charging customers last year's rates?
Guide Rating: 7.4 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

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Retail Leasing

Before you can open your store, you need to rent the space
Guide Rating: 7.2 out of 10. Saved by 1 person.

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Phone Conferencing Services

Convene customers and colleagues in business conference calls without leaving your desk
Guide Rating: 7.0 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

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Post-Trade Show Followup

You've met hundreds of new prospective customers -- now what?
Guide Rating: 7.0 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

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Avoiding Hazardous Waste Trouble

Run a clean business to avoid the EPA, bad press, and a spoiled Earth
Guide Rating: 7.0 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

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Avoiding Business Lawsuits

Follow these guidelines to prevent legal problems
Guide Rating: 7.0 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

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Screening Job Applicants

How to find the right person without conducting a gazillion interviews
Guide Rating: 7.0 out of 10. Saved by 1 person.

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Finding Tax Help

Learn to decipher Uncle Sam's double-talk and make error-free filings
Guide Rating: 7.0 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

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"On Sale" and Comparative Pricing

Know the rules before you advertise a discount
Guide Rating: 7.0 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

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Legal Essentials for a Small Business

How to keep your business on the up-and-up
Guide Rating: 7.0 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

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Lockbox Services

How to access your money more quickly
Guide Rating: 7.0 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

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