Have you ever tried using a Carpet Fresh product? They come in different scents, but most are so strong, the smell will make you gag. At least it does for me. The artificial fragrance is overwhelming.
We have a corner in our family room that the cats will pee on ever so often. (once was too much for me!) It doesn't seem to matter if the carpet has been cleaned and deodorized by a professional carpet cleaning company, they still head over to that corner.
With the warmer weather the carpet wasn'…
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Added by Anne Keefe on July 25, 2009 at 10:09am —
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There is just something about candlelight that attracts us. We will turn off electric light to simply enjoy the ambiance of candle light. The candlelight itself produces a calming a soothing effect on us and when essential oils are added, the effect will become intensified.
T…
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Added by Anne Keefe on May 6, 2009 at 7:00am —
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QueryLooking for entrepreneurs to answer 6 simple questions. The
answers will be complied and will go in Weston Lyon's Secret
Society Newsletter [Marketing & Momentum Secrets for Entrepreneurs].
In SUBJECT line: HARO - Info Overload?
In BODY: answers to 6 questions (below)
In Signature: Your Name, Company Name, Phone #, E-mail, website,
and short description of your biz (<30 words)
1. How much money do you make per year? (this info will not be
shared individually…only as a guide for t…
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Added by Michele Chatburn on April 30, 2009 at 8:00am —
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Query: I'm looking for women, ages 25-55 to profile in a national
women's magazine article about women who've "broken out of their
box" women who've become someone they never thought they were
as an adult.
Maybe you always were labeled as shy and now find yourself jetting
across the country giving speeches. Maybe you never thought you
were the marrying type and found yourself with the man of your
dreams. Maybe you were never seen as the smart one and are now
working as a professor.
Whatever th…
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Added by Michele Chatburn on April 29, 2009 at 2:00pm —
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Query: I'm looking for experts that have experience building brands
and brand awareness without the use of traditional media (i.e. TV).
Even if you are not an expert, but can share your thoughts on
brands that don't use TV advertising, that is helpful too.
Name: Danny Petre
Category: Business & Finance
Email: danny.petre@gmail.com
Title:
Media Outlet: Website
Specific Geographic Region: N
Region: US
Deadline: 09:04am EASTERN - 30 April
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Added by Michele Chatburn on April 28, 2009 at 8:08pm —
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Query:1. Need experts - can be in marketing- to tell whether dog
and cat owners have switched places where they buy food for pets.
Supermarkets gaining customers? Organic pet food store sales up or
down? PetSmart gaining? Need 2009 statistics.
2. Vet Experts: Procedures down? Wellness visits down?
PLEASE DO NOT SEND MARKETING PRODUCTS TO ME.
Name: Harriet Weinstein
Category: Business & Finance
Email: harrwein@gmail.com
Title: Freelance writer
Media Outlet: Newspapers and magazines
Sp…
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Added by Michele Chatburn on April 28, 2009 at 8:04pm —
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How to Create your Passionate Success; a 5 step model to get Your GIG ON™!
Can you hardly wait to get up in the morning and start your day because you are doing what you LOVE? Is your life SIZZLING? And are you taking EMPOWERED, PROACTIVE Action to manifest your best LIFE? Do you know that you are meant to have, be and do anything you want?
If your answers are YES than you are ready to further your dreams to get your GIG ON! If your answers are NO then we have got work to do to get your GIG ON…
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Added by Dr. Lisa Cooney, MFT on April 22, 2009 at 2:17pm —
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For my Entrepreneur Journeys series, I am looking for stories of
women who dropped out of their successful (or not, actually)
careers to have children / follow spouse around / raise kids / etc.
and then managed to come back into business as successful
entrepreneurs.
Pls email me with subject line: HARO Women and a brief description
of the story line."
Category: Business & Finance
Name: Sramana Mitra
Email: sramana@alum.mit.edu
Title: Forbes Columnist, Blogger
Media Outlet/Publication:…
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Added by Michele Chatburn on April 17, 2009 at 10:30am —
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Query:
"I am running a series on the best red lipsticks for a retro look.
The article will be featured on a retro/vintage specific blog and
will be pitched to niche magazines."
Category: Lifestyle & Entertainment
Name: Sandra Mendoza-Daly
Email: sandra@debutanteclothing.com
Title: Editor
Media Outlet/Publication: DebutanteClothing.com
Anonymous? No
Specific Geographic Region? No
Region:
Deadline: 5:00 PM PACIFIC - April 30
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Added by Michele Chatburn on April 16, 2009 at 10:30am —
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Unfortunately, space that we live in must be cleaned on a regular basis. That has been the necessary but pretty unglamorous job that has fallen to wives and mothers historically. Husbands and fathers have been getting into the cleaning routine in the last few years as more and more wives and mothers are working full time outside the home.
In the past, very harsh chemicals were regularly used to eradicate germs, dirt and odors. Today, younger generations are becoming more and more aware of the w…
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Added by Anne Keefe on April 15, 2009 at 3:12pm —
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Query:
"The current economic downturn will provide some exciting
opportunities for marketers to gain share, grow their share of
voice or at least hold their ground. I'm looking for marketers who
have some great ideas, tactics or a complete strategy for marketing
in a downturn (recession).
The responses are going into an upcoming book on 365 ways to market
differently in a downturn:
In responding, think of the following things:
- What's the tactic that you're using to market smarter in the
d…
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Added by Michele Chatburn on April 15, 2009 at 8:30am —
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Query:
"For a top home improvement retailer's e-magazine/newsletter with a
large six-figure circulation, I need experts to weigh in on:
Landscapers and the Big Trends to expect in 2009. Trends vary from
season to season and even region to region. But what overarching
trends can we expect for 2009 that should take hold industry-wise?
What's next when it comes to irrigation, stone, plants, outdoor
structures, grass care (organic treatment?), retainer walls, etc.
.... Whatever you'(TM)re seeing as…
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Added by Michele Chatburn on April 14, 2009 at 10:44am —
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Lemongrass, one of my favorites, originates from India and is widely used as an herb in Asian and Caribbean cooking. Lemongrass brings its tempting aroma and skin- caring properties to the spa and spa products.
Lemongrass is also used as a medicinal herb. Rich in citral, the active ingredient in lemon peel, lemongrass is said to aid in digestion, as well as relieve spasms, muscle cramps, rheumatism and headaches.
Candles,
soaps and f…
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Added by Anne Keefe on April 12, 2009 at 4:29pm —
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Query:
"I am in the query stage and am looking for Massage Therapists who
can give me their best tips for business building in a poor
economy. What have you done to encourage new business and keep
prior clients? If you're willing to share your tips, please email
me at lbakewell01@sbcglobal.net. Put "MT Tips" in the subject line.
Thanks! Lisa"
Category: Business & Finance
Name: Lisa Bakewell
Email: lbakewell01@sbcglobal.net
Title: Freelance Writer
Media Outlet/Publication: Trade Publica…
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Added by Michele Chatburn on April 10, 2009 at 3:41pm —
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Query:
"Looking for real estate agents with one of two philosophies on
working with buyers:
1. Those who will work only with buyers they've financially
prequalified and who have a definite buying timeline.
2. Those who work with all buyers, even those who aren't
financially prequalified and who may not yet be ready to buy.
Please let me know which side of the issue you fall on, and please
tell me which board of REALTORS to which you belong. If you don't
belong to a local board of REALTORS, I…
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Added by Michele Chatburn on April 10, 2009 at 3:40pm —
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I just ordered a box of 250 business cards for 9.95 plus shipping from VistaPrint.com. I would recommend this site to everyone. There are hundreds of designs to choose from, inexpensive marketing products to match, websites, and fast, accurate service. It was easy to use and they always have promotions/great deals going on. My cards look great plus you can have two-sided cards, which I had a 2009 calendar put on the back of mine! Anyone who needs cards should check this out. This was a great opt…
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Added by Jodie Peruski on April 9, 2009 at 7:16am —
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Query:
"I'm looking to intereview/write about people in the dessert, tea
or coffee business for a web site. Whether you make or sell real
desserts, faux desserts or dessert toys I'd love to hear from you.
The same applies to those who make or sell coffee or teas. A
product and/or book review option is available as well.
This is needed for a web site that focuses on desserts, teas and
coffees.
Please put HARO request in the subject line.
Category: General
Name: Kimberly Vetrano
Email: SheSc…
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Added by Michele Chatburn on April 7, 2009 at 8:00am —
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Query:
"What Are the Biggest Challenges You Face as a Working from Home or
as a Solopreneur? As a solopreneur, we are our businesses and this
can often lead to many challenges. As someone that works from
home, we often have to deal with isolation and lack of focus. What
are the biggest challenges that you face as a work-at-home or
solopreneur? This is the beginning research stage for a book. The
information gathered could also be used for upcoming blog posts.
Please put HARO in the subject lin…
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Added by Michele Chatburn on April 6, 2009 at 8:00am —
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Query:
"To start off, you cannot say "BOTH". I am looking for people to
tell me which Social device they prefer and why. Please be
insightful and limit to the two sites - I know there are others,
but this is only focusing between Twitter and Friendfeed. Thanks in
advance."
Category: Technology
Name: Jeffrey Powers
Email: geekazine@gmail.com
Title: CEO
Media Outlet/Publication: Geekazine
Anonymous? No
Specific Geographic Region? No
Region:
Deadline: 12:00 PM CENTRAL - April 5
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Added by Michele Chatburn on April 3, 2009 at 10:28am —
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Query:
"We're seeking successful insurance agents who have been in
business for at least 10 years and are life and/or health licensed
(we don't currently cover the P&C market) for an upcoming feature
on how agents can recession-proof their practice. We'll be asking
how you've weathered past recessions and what you're doing this
time around to maintain success and come out even better on the
other end. You should have extensive experience in the field,
preferably as an independent insurance…
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Added by Michele Chatburn on April 3, 2009 at 10:20am —
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