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<title>Locus RSS Feed</title><link>http://www.locusmedia.com/index.html</link><description>New messages in the Locus Media blog</description><dc:language>en</dc:language><dc:creator>nancy@locusmedia.com</dc:creator><dc:rights>Copyright 2008 Locus Media</dc:rights><dc:date>2010-05-31T10:46:16-04:00</dc:date><admin:generatorAgent rdf:resource="http://www.realmacsoftware.com/" />
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<lastBuildDate>Tue, 01 Jun 2010 12:08:28 -0400</lastBuildDate><item><title>2010 SPBT Conference</title><dc:creator>nancy@locusmedia.com</dc:creator><category>Tradeshows</category><category>Travel</category><dc:date>2010-05-31T10:46:16-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.locusmedia.com/blog/files/2010_SBPT.html#unique-entry-id-6</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.locusmedia.com/blog/files/2010_SBPT.html#unique-entry-id-6</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Orlando, for example, is home to world-famous attractions such as Disney World, Universal Studios, and Sea World; it is also a mecca for shopping and entertainment.

Just a few minutes drive south of beautiful Orlando, you will find Kissimmee: the host city of this year&rsquo;s 2010 SPBT Conference.   Nestled in the heart of Kissimmee, the Gaylord Palms is an amazing resort, built in the fashion of the Spanish Renaissance, with plenty of amenities and on-site activities.  

When you are ready to explore local eats, be sure to visit a few favorite dining spots, including:


...The average seasonal temperature in Kissimmee hovers between a balmy 70 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit, with a chance of rain (average rainfall for June is about 6 inches) so be sure to pack an umbrella!]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Getting the Most Out of Your Day</title><dc:creator>nancy@locusmedia.com</dc:creator><category>organization</category><category>Processes</category><dc:date>2010-05-14T14:35:53-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.locusmedia.com/blog/files/6052a596e660e3957402a102feb08d9f-5.html#unique-entry-id-5</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.locusmedia.com/blog/files/6052a596e660e3957402a102feb08d9f-5.html#unique-entry-id-5</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[With reductions in staff and tighter budgets, we are challenged with making the most of what we have while maintaining high quality work. 

...	&bull;	Conclusion:  If the current items do not meet your sales and business objectives, it may be time to discard the outdated information and explore new ways to deliver your message.


...	&bull;	Conclusion:  If the current items only slightly miss the mark, the solution may be to repackage what you have and update the delivery methods to digital or printed pieces.<br />


...Organizing your materials into a library of resources or a toolbox for sales reps to use during sales calls may be helpful approach.  

...Assessing and prioritizing what you are currently using and finding ways to freshen your materials may be one way to help you accomplish your goals and projects for the year.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Upcoming events and travel</title><dc:creator>nancy@locusmedia.com</dc:creator><category>Tradeshows</category><category>Travel</category><dc:date>2009-05-08T10:46:24-04:00</dc:date><link>http://www.locusmedia.com/blog/files/May_article_01.html#unique-entry-id-4</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.locusmedia.com/blog/files/May_article_01.html#unique-entry-id-4</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Whether you are exhibiting or attending a show, the challenges of travel, meetings, navigating a new city, and finding restaurants can be daunting! ...  To make this year&rsquo;s junkets a bit more efficient and fun, we&rsquo;ve compiled a short selection of business travel ideas, as follows:


...Acknowledging that resources, personnel, travel funds, and time are in short supply, many meeting organizing groups are offering specials on booth space, entrance fees, hotel, and travel costs. 


	&bull;	If travel dollars have been the first to suffer in your organization, online attendance to a show may be a viable lower-cost option. 

...And, if you happen to be traveling to SPBT in Chicago or ASTD in Washington DC, be sure to check out some fun facts for these incredible cities:
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Getting organized</title><dc:creator>nancy@locusmedia.com</dc:creator><category>organization</category><category>Technology</category><category>Training</category><dc:date>2008-12-10T11:44:25-05:00</dc:date><link>http://www.locusmedia.com/blog/files/9f9173a0c356846a3af9a3e99f5b5cf0-3.html#unique-entry-id-3</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.locusmedia.com/blog/files/9f9173a0c356846a3af9a3e99f5b5cf0-3.html#unique-entry-id-3</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[As we wrap up a year filled with change and perhaps unexpected challenges, it&rsquo;s natural to start thinking about our goals for the fresh year ahead. 

...As you plan your year, remember to map out your training, sales, and marketing goals and focus on the various audiences you service.   It may be helpful to ask yourself: &ldquo;How do I meet the various learning styles of my audience while keeping the overall strategic goals of the company in mind?&rdquo; 

...&bull; Survey the corporation goals to be sure they are still in line with the direction you would like to take. 

...We look forward to providing you with more tips on using green options and bringing you information on efficiency-building techniques in the new year. 
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