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Of course they bought (Thank Goodness). I won my contest. But what I gained that was far more valuable was the realization that there are actually people out there that want what you have right now. And as much as you are looking for them, they are looking for you. My job was just to find them. This changed my cold calling procedure forever.6. To keep it operating smoothly, schedule a tune-up for your air conditioner or heat pump.You also want to make sure your roller is safely attached where it belongs. Hinges and springs should be checked to make sure they are secure. If one of these parts has a problem, it will cause major issues with your garage door opener. Other parts, such as the motor or the remote control garage door opener, should also be checked on occasion to make sure they are working properly. Proper maintenance could eliminate that day when you come home in a rain storm and your electronic door opener fails.10. Use power management settings on your computer. Turn off your computer and monitor at the end of your work session.8. When replacing an old air conditioner, look for a more efficient one (SEER 14 or higher), preferably an ENERGY STAR� qualified model.1. Regularly clean or replace the air filter in your furnace.9. Hang your laundry to dry. As a bonus, your clothes will smell better than ever.5. Don�t drastically turn down the temperature on your thermostat. Your house won�t cool down any faster.Whether I was knocking on doors (this was in the 1970-1980s), or calling on the phone, I found that it was much more profitable if I concentrated on finding the one or two people tat day that were truly ready to buy what I sold. Rather than trying to convince prospects to let me talk to them, and then convince them to buy, it was easier to just quickly sort through the list, to find the ideal buyers.1. Choose compact fluorescent lights (CFLs) when replacing light bulbs.The garage door has several parts that help it open and shut aside from your automatic control. Hinges, tracks, rollers, cables, and springs should be checked to make sure they are all working properly. Check for rust or other damage that might be causing those parts to struggle. You can replace some parts or all parts in order to make sure you door is running properly. You want to make sure the tracks are in good shape so that the garage door doesn't fall of them.Year-round Tips3. During the heat of the day, keep windows and outside doors closed.2. Always opt for ENERGY STAR� qualified bulbs and fixtures.9. Unplug your second refrigerator and put all your food in one.3. During the day, let the sun heat your home by opening curtains and blinds. Be sure to close them again in the evening.3. Turn off lights that aren�t in use, even energy efficient lights.8. Replace the refrigerator door gasket if you can slip an envelope between the door and the frame.5. For an older hot water heater, consider a water heater blanket. Check your manual prior to installation.4. Maintain your furnace or heat pump regularly to keep things running smoothly and efficiently.10. Use a timer or motion sensor for outdoor lights so they are on only when needed.Summer Tips2. Close the blinds before the sun gets a chance to heat up the house. Open windows at night to cool down the house.7. Wash only full loads of laundry and dishes and use water- and energy saving settings - and cold water - whenever possible.4. Lower the temperature on your water heater to 120�F (unless your dishwasher requires a higher temperature).The big advantage of this "call quickly to find the best buyer" method is that you don't really care if any one person is interested in what you have. You are actually trying to dis-qualify the people you talk to as quickly as you can. Phoning prospects rapidly is also a key to this. If you call three people an hour, you'll spend an entire day, and maybe not even set one appointment.If you have kids playing in front of your garage and objects like basketballs and hockey pucks are constantly hitting it, the potential for it to be knocked off the track is high. In addition, the roller that attaches the garage door to the bar that holds the motor often becomes detached. Think of it as a hook that can fall off over time. The more you use it, the more that can happen. You can easily fix that on the spot, but if it happens frequently, it is a sign you might need to upgrade or replace your garage door hardware.7. To protect your pipes and keep it warmer under the floor, make sure your crawl space vents are closed.Winter TipsAutomatic garage door openers have been around in some form for over 70 years. Once you push your button or enter your code, a system of cables and springs lift your door. Like closet doors, a garage door sits on tracks. Anyone who uses their closet frequently knows how easy it is to knock it off the tracks. The same thing can happen with the door of your garage. While placing the closet door back on the track is a quick process, doing it with your garage door is a little more involved.This idea only works if you have a near unlimited supply of prospects. For example, in my area, we had 50,000 people I could call. If you sell a highly specialized product that is only bought by a very small segment of the market, I wouldn't do this. Instead, I would concentrate on building a relationship with the few possible buyers you have to work with.These are replacements you can do yourself at home. If you see your garage door system needs an overhaul, consider a professional to perform the installation. This can help save you time and money in the long run. A professional can provide you with an estimate and a plan based on your needs. They can set up your garage door opener to stand up better against the wear and tear it will face.
10. Use power management settings on your computer. Turn off your computer and monitor at the end of your work session.
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