Livin' The Dream - PYSK

RofoForm

2009-08-01T16:10:00.001-05:00

RoboForm is an award-winning automated password manager and web form filler with some serious Artificial Intelligence. This is what it does:
• AutoSave passwords in browser.
• AutoFill passwords to login form.
• Click Login button for you.
• Fill personal info into online forms.
• Save offline passwords & notes.
• Generate Secure Random Passwords.
• Encrypt passwords and personal data using AES, Blowfish, RC6, 3-DES or 1-DES algorithms.
• All personal info is stored on your computer only.
• Take RoboForm with you on USB disk for ultimate portability.
• Sync your passwords and notes to Palm or Pocket PC.
• Backup & Restore, Print your passwords.
• More features: drill down for more.
• It is well-behaved: NO ADWARE, NO SPYWARE.
• Works under Windows as an add-on to IE-based browsers.
• Works with Netscape, Mozilla, Firefox under Windows.

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Ring Central

2008-09-11T05:33:00.003-05:00

Ring Central
Phone - (800) 574-5290
Web - www.RingCentral.com

Ring Central is a virtual phone service.
If you need a local number in another city, Ring Central can help you.
If you need an 800 number, Ring Central can help you.
If you want to control all of your phone calls using your PC and not need any new equipment, Ring Central can help you.

Diamond Financial - Don Johnson

2008-07-15T10:43:00.004-05:00

Don Johnson
Diamond Financial
Phone - (877) 508-2274
Email - DonJ@EasySBA.com
Web - http://www.franchisefunding.net/
Livin' The Dream Appearance - 06/17/2008 Show Link

IRH Capital - Gretchen Blake

2008-07-15T10:40:00.002-05:00

Gretchen Blake
IRH Capital
Phone - (847) 374-9300 x326
Email - gretchenb@irhcapital.com
Web - http://www.irhcapital.com/
Livin' The Dream Appearance - 04/18/2006 Show Link

Chase Bank - Oksana M. Sevic

2008-07-15T10:34:00.003-05:00

Oksana M. Sevic
Chase Bank
Phone - (815) 730-2338
Email - oksana.m.sevic@chase.com
Web - www.Chase.com
Livin' The Dream Appearance - 05/13/2008 Show Link

Advantage Merger & Acquisition - Joseph DiPietro

2008-04-16T13:21:00.001-05:00

Joseph DiPietro
Principal
Advantage Merger & Acquisition
Phone - (815) 206-0780
Email - joe.dipietro@advantagemerger.com
Web - www.advantagemerger.com

FOCUS Enterprises - Stan Cutter

2008-04-16T13:16:00.002-05:00

Stan Cutter
Partner
FOCUS Enterprises, Inc
875 N. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611
Email - Stanley.Cutter@FocusEnterprises.com
Phone
- (312) 794-7888 - Office
- (847) 971-0814 - Cell
Web - www.FocusEnterprises.com

Services
FOCUS Enterprises, Inc. provides corporate finance advice and services to corporate clients. With partners based around the US, FOCUS offers a national presence to business owners and buyers. We are a researched based specialized middle market firm serving clients with $ 5 million to $300 million in revenue. We are affiliated with a broker dealer and licensed to do business in all 50 states.
+ Targeted acquisition searches - Utilizing a disciplined process we identify and contact targeted companies seeking parties interested in discussion.
+ Business owner representation for sale and recapitalization – Based on researched identification of strategic and private equity investors, FOCUS has successfully executed transaction where our client has received higher end values for their business.
+ Growth Advisory and Capital acquisition services - Many of our clients seek to understand how to successfully grow their business to reach higher valuations. Through a systematic approach to valuation enhancement, FOCUS has helped clients raise capital to successfully invest in their businesses as well as helped clients determine appropriate intermediate term growth strategy.
+ Wealth Transition Services – FOCUS advises clients who are planning a transition from their business in the future to review all options available and create a “transition plan” for the business much as a wealth advisor would do in a financial plan for an individual.

Business Card Scanning - Card Scan

2008-03-11T08:25:00.003-05:00

CardScan Personal is the smallest, most affordable system from CardScan - ideal for the user on the go.
Synchronizes easily with Outlook, PDAs and smart phones.
Monochrome scanning in only 5 seconds per card.
Ideal for today's mobile lifestyle, the new palm-sized scanner featured in CardScan Personal measures only 4.5" x 3.125" and has a closing scanner door, detachable USB cord and handy travel pouch.
For more information click on CardScan - click here.

Graphical Email Templates - High Impact

2008-03-09T15:46:00.010-05:00

To create great looking emails, use High Impact eMail.
High Impact eMail gives you the power to change the way you communicate with your customers. Send customized and personalized email newsletters, promotions and messages that have lasting impact with just a few simple clicks. Your emails will stand out from the crowd. It's an easy and smart way to communicate with your clients, customers and colleagues.
Build your fully customizable emails using the built-in Photo Editor, eMail Editor, Color Manager and Theme Manager. Use your company colors, logos, signatures, images, taglines and more in every email you send. Use your clients' names and more in the subject line and body of every email using eMail Merge and the insert default values tool. High Impact eMail 4.0 Professional allows you to schedule your emails using the eMail Scheduler.
The easy interface leads you from start to finish—no coding or design experience is necessary. Accomplish the look and feel of a professional design service in half the time and 1/10th the cost. With 1,100+ professionally designed templates to choose from, even a computer novice can look like a professional emarketer in only minutes.
Get In Sync technology also ensures your lists are fully up to date, just like a professional list manager. Use the 1 MB ReadyShare hosting service to upload and store hundreds of images, logos, PDFS, documents and more.
Don't waste time formatting and editing emails from scratch. High Impact eMail is the fastest and simplest do-it-yourself email marketing tool available today. Get creative, get noticed, and start seeing results with just a few simple clicks.
Click here for more information on High Impact

Email Marketing - Constant Contact

2008-03-09T15:34:00.003-05:00

If you are looking for a simple solution to start or improve your email marketing program, click on Constant Contact.
Constant Contact helps organizations connect with Email Marketing and Survey products that are easy, effective, and affordable. That's how Constant Contact® earns the trust of so many small businesses, associations, and nonprofits.
No matter what size your organization, you can rely on Constant Contact to help you create email campaigns and online surveys that build lasting relationships with your customers, members or clients. And we'll earn your trust with industry-leading service, support and expert personal coaching.

Voice Recognition Software - Dragon Naturally Speaking

2008-03-09T15:24:00.007-05:00

If you are not the best typist you might want to consider getting Dragon Naturally Speaking.
If you are looking for more information click on - Dragon NaturallySpeaking 10 Preferred
Dragon NaturallySpeaking Professional 10 is the most accurate speech recognition product Nuance has ever developed - delivering up to 99% accuracy!
Dragon NaturallySpeaking Professional 10 is the ideal solution for busy corporate professionals who want to work faster or organizations looking to keep people with disabilities, such as carpal tunnel syndrome, on the job.

Clear Guide Consulting - Sybil Ege

2008-02-28T15:17:00.005-06:00

Sybil Ege, the founder of Clear Guide Consulting, has a long and varied career in the corporate world, franchising, and small business. This diverse perspective gives her a unique insight. Small businesses need to mix the characteristics of big business organization, franchise procedural orientation, and small business agility and market focus in order to thrive.

Sybil founded Clear Guide Consulting, a company devoted to helping small businesses understand the steps they need to take to grow from “surviving to thriving.” She offers a variety of services, including business assessments, behavioral assessments, business expansion consulting, and workflow analysis and design.

Sybil’s latest service offering involves customer acquisition and retention services for small businesses. With her network of mature and experienced callers, she creates and delivers intelligent marketing communication campaigns for small businesses to stimulate growth and build customer loyalty. Sybil also offers a variety of workshops: 12 Ways to Expand Your Business, Become More Effective at Reading People to Build Better Relationships, and Customer Acquisition and Retention Training.

In business since: 2006

Appearance on Livin' The Dream:

You may remember that Sybil was a regular on Livin' The Dream, co-hosting the program for two years, beginning in February 2006.

Contact Information:

Sybil Ege

Clear Guide Consulting
4N647 Faireno Drive

Elburn, IL 60119

Email: SEge@ClearGuideConsulting.com
Phone: 630-365-2959
Web: http://www.ClearGuideConsulting.com/

Recruiter - Ken Kuchar

2008-02-09T12:19:00.001-06:00

For the past 15 years, Ken Kuchar has provided customized and personalized career coaching services to individuals and groups, including managing two career transition centers in Ohio, managing a four-year downsizing initiative involving over 2,500 individuals, and serving as project manager for dozens of facility closings and downsizings.
As probably the only career coach in the world who holds degrees in Math and Counseling Psychology, Ken serves in the much coveted role of SSP-BPI's "high tech counselor." Ken leverages his background in technology to ensure the firm provides contemporary solutions for job seekers in the new world of work.
For example, for the past 7 years, Ken has moderated SSP-BPI's IT Forum, a networking group for IT professionals and managers. He also has presented "Using The Internet Effectively in Your Job Search" seminar for over 10 years.
His prior experience includes corporate Human Resources positions with the Illinois Central Railroad and Sharp Electronics where he, among other things, created and managed a state-of-the art HR Information System. Previously, he also provided psychotherapy at two Chicago area hospitals.
Ken holds a BS in Math from Purdue and a MS in Counseling Psychology from George Williams College.
Contact Ken at 630-853-6685 or kkuchar@ssp-bpi.com.

ExecuNet

2008-01-27T05:53:00.000-06:00

Connect with other business leaders (Directors, VPs and C-level executives), executive recruiters and experts. Gain insight & market intelligence to advance your business & career.
ExecuNet is a powerful referral network combining access to exclusive 1:1 business connections, confidential $150k+ jobs you won't find anywhere else, expert advice and proprietary research.
National ExecuNet web site
Chicago ExecuNet

Recruiter - Luke De Roeck

2008-01-25T14:02:00.000-06:00

We conduct searches at the Director level and above for Fortune 1000 companiesand the VP level and above for mid-market organizations. This is an underserved niche in the industry. Traditional executive search firms areoften reluctant to take assignments below the EVP level. Contingency firms lack thecommitment needed to identify and attract senior management candidates withappropriate backgrounds and skills.We acknowledge the struggles that corporations have with recruitment at this level.These candidates are typically the most difficult to locate within a targetorganization. And top candidates are already being groomed for internal leadershippositions. Thus they are less motivated to consider a move. For these reasons, seniormanagement searches require more dedication, tenacity, and diligence. Roberts & Ryan is committed to this level.
Contact Information:
Luke De Roeck
Partner - Roberts & Ryan
Email: lderoeck@robertsryan.com
Phone: (312) 327-1009
Web: http://www.robertsryan.com/

St Hubert Job & Networking

2008-01-25T13:51:00.000-06:00

The St. Hubert Job & Networking Ministry is a fellowship of men and women with a common desire to become employed or seek career advancement through a Christian forum. There are no dues or fees for membership. We are self-supporting through our own contributions.
St. Hubert Job & Networking Ministry is dedicated to providing the following services to all those in need:
- Christian Fellowship and Support
- Job Networking Opportunities
- Career Skills Presentations and Inter-action
- Resume Preparation and Critiquing Assistance
- Interviewing Skills and Techniques
- Job Fair Opportunities and Dates
- Area Employment Opportunities
For more information: http://finance.groups.yahoo.com/group/st_hubert_job_ministry/

Corporate Minutes - Laura Wilcox

2007-11-12T15:29:00.000-06:00

We provide professional consulting services in the areas of business start-ups, record maintenance and documentation of pertinent information within an organization to help ensure Directors, Officers & Shareholders remain in compliance and protected under the corporate veil.

In business since: 1998
Guest appearance on Livin' The Dream:
April 11, 2006 - Business Ownership Legal Compliance

Contact Information:
Laura Wilcox
Corporate Minutes

1605 W Wilson, Suite 112
Batavia, IL 60510

Email: LWilcox@CorporateMinutes.net
Phone: 630-665-9600
Web: http://www.jwbwn.com/CorporateMinutes.net /

ResuMAYDAY - Lauren Milligan

2007-11-12T15:20:00.001-06:00

ResuMAYDAY is the premier Career Management Services company throughout Chicagoland and nationally. We specialize in resume development, interview skills coaching, employment search strategies and other tools necessary for a successful job search. Our Resume Experts and Career Consultants come from a variety of industries, representing most every business category. ResuMAYDAY’s unique process puts the job-seeker in control of their employment search – our clients are successful!

In business since: 2001
Guest appearance on Livin' The Dream:
July 31, 2007 - Putting Your best Foor Forward

Contact Information:
Lauren Milligan
ResuMAYDAY
PO Box 62
Warrenville, IL 60555

Email: lauren@resumayday.com
Phone: 630-665-9600
Web: http://www.resumayday.com/

Birren Design Company - Peter Birren

2007-11-12T15:10:00.000-06:00

Your product or idea needs to be seen and understood to make the sale. From POP or trade show displays, photography and illustration, OSHA machinery labeling, print, web and everything in between, call on Peter Birren for creative solutions and efficient project management.

In business since: 1975
Guest appearance on Livin' The Dream:

September 5, 2006 - Virtual Assistants

Contact Information:
Peter Birren
Birren Design Company
502 Shadywood Lane
Elk Grove, IL 60007

Email: peter@birrendesign.com

Phone:

Web: http://www.birrendesign.com/

Johnson Westra Broecker Whittaker & Newitt, P.C. - Markus May

2007-11-12T14:55:00.001-06:00

Markus May is a client focused business attorney with knowledge in a broad range of industries. He represents business clients as well as clients who desire to start businesses or buy and sell businesses. Mr. May advises clients on how to avoid disputes and litigation and how to structure contracts and leases to minimize risk and maximize future benefits.

Mr. May works well in a team setting and uses his business background to quickly understand client’s issues and come to cost effective solutions. He enjoys using his negotiation and advocacy skills to help clients solve their legal problems.

Markus currently serves as a member of the Corporations, Securities & Business Law Section Council of the Illinois State Bar Association, as well as the Business Law Committee and Publications Board of the DuPage County Bar Association. He is a member of the Midwest Business Brokers and Intermediaries and was a recipient of the 2006 Collaboration Award. He received a Bachelors degree in Marketing and a Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Colorado where he served on the Law Review and was class president.

In business since: 1991
Guest appearance on Livin' The Dream:
July 11, 2006 - Real Estate Leases

Contact Information:
Markus May, Esq.
Eckhart Kolak LLC
55 W. Monroe St., Suite 1925
Chicago, IL 60603

Email: mmay@eckhart.com
Phone: 312-236-0646 x 310
Web: www.eckhart.com

Inspired Choice - Gail Sussman-Miller

2007-11-09T08:49:00.000-06:00

Gail Sussman Miller, of Inspired Choice, teaches women solopreneurs how to love obstacles and overcome them with ease. She offers obstacle-busting workshops like "How to Love Networking (Speaking, Marketing)," delivered by telephone or onsite for individuals and groups. Gail teaches people to transfer skills and confidence from past successes to create immediate, lasting change. She helps clients get really clear about what they truly want, overcome "yes, but" thinking, make inspired choices, and take small action steps. Testimonials show business growth, more meaningful relationships, more effective communications, improved decision making, and increased confidence, courage, calm, satisfaction and genuine joy.

For individuals, I work with women solo entrepreneurs who are good at what they do, but feel stuck and are not reaching their success due to obstacles and lack of clarity or instinct around selling, networking, marketing, speaking or customer service. For organizations and teams, I work with groups and individuals when they have reached an obstacle(s) that keeps them from performing, producing and being satisfied in their work. I create workshops delivered onsite or by telephone that help people shift their thinking and behavior using their strengths, instincts and natural preferences.

In business since: 2001

Guest appearance on Livin' The Dream:

February 21,2006 - Overcoming Fears

June 20,2006 - Networking - Learning to Love It

Contact Information:
Gail Sussman-Miller
Inspired Choice
1933 N. Lincoln Ave., Suite 3
Chicago, IL 60614

Email: gail.sussman.miller@onebox.com

Phone: 773-477-4012

Web: http://www.inspiredchoice.com/

Winfree Business Growth Advisors - Christopher Bennett

2007-11-07T15:09:00.000-06:00

WBGA provides management advisory services in strategic marketing, sales management, management recruiting, and exit strategies. We provide weekly sales training and monthly owner mentoring programs at our local training centers that are re-enforced through face-to-face private coaching sessions for true accountability. We focus on helping our clients improve and develop relationships with employees and clients that lead to increased revenues, reduced operating costs and added loyalty from both customers and staff. Our unique combination of training, mentoring and coaching allows employees to form new habits, positively changing their behavior and developing them to become more productive individuals.

Winfree contracts with the client to achieve a mutually agreed upon goal for a fixed fee upfront, and then works with the client until that goal is achieved. Since training programs from some training vendors only result in marginal improvements at best, our trademark, Results Guaranteed!, appeals to business owners and CEOs who desire to achieve tangible results from the time and money they commit to employee development.

In business since: 2005

Guest appearance on Livin' The Dream:

October 16,2007 - Being Proactive vs. Reactive

Contact Information:
Christopher Bennett
Winfree Business Growth Advisors
4320 Winfield Road Suite 200
Warrenville, IL 60555

Email: cbennett@winfreechicago.com

Phone: 630-836-8045

Web: www.winfreechicago.com

Health Claim Assistance - Susan Dressler

2007-10-09T13:57:00.000-05:00

The CAP (claims-assistance professional) profession began 15-20 years ago when individuals realized that people needed help understanding Medicare claim filing and claim resolution. We realized that not only seniors have problems understanding their insurance coverage and claim filing rules and appeal procedures.

In 9/1990 it was mandated that all doctors/hospitals bill Medicare for their patients, regardless of their assignment status, however people still needed help in filing for second coverage after Medicare.

CAPS have various backgrounds to help prepare them for this business: claim billing for physicians, hospitals, clinics, Insurance claim processing, background from major insurance companies, accounting background, legal background, nursing background or personal experience with insurers for themselves or a family member.

In business since: 1989

Guest appearance on Livin' the Dream:

March 7,2006 - Independent Start-ups

Contact Information:
Susan Dressler
Health Claim Assistance, Inc.
873 Brentwood Dr.
West Chicago, IL 60185

Email: sdressler@sbcglobal.net

Phone: 630-562-1000

Web: www.healthclaimassistance.net

Ingersoll & Associates - Zoe Ingersoll

2007-08-07T08:12:00.000-05:00

For years, Ingersoll & Associates has provided businesses, schools, churches and organizations with advertising specialties to promote their business or event, reward their customers or employees, or to develop brand awareness. Select from silk-screened or embroidered wearables, trophies, awards, calendars, stock and custom forms, corporate gifts, and tradeshow giveaways.

In business since: 1961

Guest appearance on Livin' The Dream:

July 18, 2006 - Signage and Promotional Items

Contact Information:
Zoe Ingersoll
6N971 Riverside Dr.
St. Charles, IL 60174

Email: Zoe@IngersollSales.com
Phone: 888-259-4040
Web: http://www.ingersollsales.com/