Member Profile

LaRita Heet

Freelance Writer, Journalist, IBT Designer, LMH Communications
Kirkwood, MO, USA
Member Since: 09/15/2006
Status: Contributor
Website
About Me:
For 16 years, I have been a full-time freelance writer, author, editor and distance-learning curriculum designer. I've written more than 1,000 articles for dozens of magazines, newspapers and websites. My writing specialties include business (especially small businesses), executive profiles, health and wellness topics, personal finance, social consciousness, real estate, real estate investment, continuing professional education (CPE), credit cards, diversity, consciousness and credit unions. In addition, I'm an instructional designer, author and ghostwriter of 100+ real estate distance learning courses, health, wellness and self-improvement e-books, and business soft-skills courses. I am also a columnist with Credit Union BUSINESS Magazine, and a regular contributor to other magazines and websites.

Industry: Writing, Journalism, Media, Computer-Based Training, Distance Learning
Size of Business: 1 - 10 employees
Years in Business: 11-25 years

Affiliations:
none listed

Business Interests:
Writing, Small Businesses, Real Estate, Real Estate Investments, Diversity, HR, Social Responsibility, Volunteerism, LGBT, Self-Improvement, Health and Wellness, Management

Total Guide Views

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Overall Rating: N/A
Guides Written: 25
Comments Posted: 8
Comments Received: 0
Favorite Guides: 0

Guides I've Written

  1. Managing the Younger Generation


    How to manage and motivate younger workers for peak results
    Guide Rating: 9.6 out of 10. Saved by 1 person.

  2. Hiring and Managing Union Employees


    Handle with care and stay within the law
    Guide Rating: 9.5 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  3. Issuing Customer Refunds


    How to Create a Policy for Issuing Customer Refunds
    Guide Rating: 9.2 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  4. Computer Furniture


    How to choose the best computer desks and accessories for your office
    Guide Rating: 9.1 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  5. Investigating Sexual Harassment Claims in the Workplace


    How to conduct an investigation into workplace sexual harassment complaints
    Guide Rating: 9.1 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  6. Handling Sexual Orientation Issues in the Workplace


    How to embrace diversity in the workplace and put an end to sexual orientation discrimination
    Guide Rating: 9.1 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  7. Handling the Military Deployment of an Employee


    How to plan for and adjust to your employee's military deployment
    Guide Rating: 9.1 out of 10. Saved by 1 person.

  8. Making Better Decisions


    How to make smart, timely decisions to benefit your business
    Guide Rating: 9.1 out of 10. Saved by 3 people.

  9. Hiring Your Sales Staff


    How to attract, recognize, and hire the best salespeople for your small business
    Guide Rating: 9.0 out of 10. Saved by 1 person.

  10. Real Estate Appraisal Schools


    Your real estate appraiser education is the first step toward a respected career
    Guide Rating: 9.0 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  11. Real Estate Investment Companies


    Partner with a real estate investment company to profit from investment opportunities
    Guide Rating: 9.0 out of 10. Saved by 1 person.

  12. Work Benches


    Choose among a vast array of tops, accessories and load capacity for work benches
    Guide Rating: 9.0 out of 10. Saved by 1 person.

  13. Business Management Software


    Finding and using business management software to keep your company going strong
    Guide Rating: 9.0 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  14. Training manufacturing workers


    Training your employees for the best results
    Guide Rating: 9.0 out of 10. Saved by 1 person.

  15. Employee Recognition Gifts and Awards


    Find the best corporate recognition awards and employee gift ideas
    Guide Rating: 8.9 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  16. Construction Education


    Learning the ropes of construction education
    Guide Rating: 8.9 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  17. Promotional Pens


    Find the best personalized pens to promote your business
    Guide Rating: 8.9 out of 10. Saved by 1 person.

  18. Hiring an Electrician


    How hiring an electrician can save your business - and your life
    Guide Rating: 8.8 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  19. Real Estate Schools


    A real estate education can open doors to a lucrative career
    Guide Rating: 8.8 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  20. DSL and Other Business Broadband Internet Service


    How to get the right broadband services for your small business
    Guide Rating: 8.6 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  21. Managing a Diverse Workforce


    How to create and manage a positive, diverse workforce
    Guide Rating: 8.4 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  22. Small Business Buyers' Groups


    How small businesses can pool purchases for volume discounts
    Guide Rating: 8.3 out of 10. Saved by 2 people.

  23. Online Courses and Training for Entrepreneurs


    How to Train Yourself through Online Courses
    Guide Rating: 8.3 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  24. Online Software-as-a-Service (SaaS)


    How SaaS can help a small business grow
    Guide Rating: 8.3 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  25. Finding Motivational Business Quotes


    The right business quotation at the right moment can work wonders
    Guide Rating: 8.2 out of 10. Saved by 1 person.

My Comments

  • Maggie -- Excellent guide -- thanks so much for the great ideas. Another place to check out some "outside the box" promotional products is www.ArtPromos.com/dept.asp?id=31, which offers more than the standard mugs and pens: check out the options for promotional cosmetics, wine openers and accessories, bbq items, and other housewares for a wide variety of useful promo items.
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  • Time Clocks - 04/04/2007
    Paul and Susan - Thanks so much for bringing this "salaried employee" aspect of time clock usage to my attention. I've seldom seen a situation in which it is good for employee morale (or necessary) to have salaried employees punch in and out. There are some exceptions - the small retail or restaurant situations - in which squabbles about whose shift it was broke out among assistant managers, but overall, and if you hire high-quality salaried workers, it's not usually necessary to have those salaried employees clock in and out. The one aspect of this guide that refers to a time clock's cost distribution capabilities is the only one I've seen that is definitely applicable to all levels of workers - owner on down - in specific industries or with specific jobs. (And even that applies more to your company's BILLING practices, rather than payroll.) Regarding this guide, it's written more with the hourly employee in mind, but now that you've brought this to my attention, I will edit the guide accordingly. Thanks for the great catch and for your helpful comments!
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  • Thanks for an excellent guide, Jenni! I especially like your reminder that no one should have to be verbally abused by a customer. In today's world where many customers abuse the notion that "the customer's always right" and turn a business's employees into their own verbal punching bags, this is a necessary step in dealing with these VERY difficult customers.
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  • Great guide, Tom, and excellent resources! Thank you!
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  • This is a great guide! Because prime commercial property is expensive, many small business owners end up buying a smaller building with less storage space, and then renting a nearby self-storage unit to store extra supplies, merchandise, or infrequently-used signage, point of purchase materials, etc. Self-storage facilities are typically much less expensive than commercial properties, and allow you to use your business building for the essentials of operating your business.
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  • To find a real estate agent or broker who have embraced a strong ethical business code, go to the National Association of REALTORS at www.realtor.com. REALTORS have pledged to follow the NAR's strict Code of Ethics, and give you the added assurance of working with real estate professionals with the highest professional integrity.
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  • This is a terrific resources for Missouri small business owners - of which I am one! Thanks for the great information.
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  • Excellent guide and resources! I, too, have found that hiring family and/or friends lends itself to a higher degree of loyalty and accountability on the worker's part, which is absolutely necessary for any small business.
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