There are so many and I dont know which are good and which are scams
Can anyone recommend a good network marketing business opportunity?
Oh boy - you're going to probably get a boatload of people spamming this question with of course - their particular company. I don't sell for any network marketing company so my answer is objective.
I have, however, had marketing mentoring clients who are MLMers and so I've learned a lot about some of them. Additionally, I've spoken about my book in front of Mary Kay, Arbonne, Beauti-control, Pre-paid Legal, World Financial Group and others.
A lot of what's "right for you" is going to depend on you. Do you have an inherent passion for a certain kind of product? For example if you're all about health and fitness there are a ton of companies like USANA or AGEL that will be happy to oblige. If you're into high tech stuff - there are products like HelloWorld you'll be happy to talk about all day long - which you'll do a lot of.
But the big question in my mind is - why MLM?
I swear MLM companies have broken more hearts and dashed more entrepreneurial dreams because you are sometimes dealing with circumstances that are totally out of control and can not only impact the income stream you worked so hard to build but in some instances it can totally eliminate it.
* They change a product formula and sales plummet. Or it's found that a company is using perscription drugs in a non-perscription product to be competitive and the top brass is carted off to jail. (This happened last year with a company called Neways.)
* They change the compensation structure and you're left twisting in the breeze because you built your downline a different way and so you're suddenly making much less money.
* The company doesn't file the required papers with the FTC and they're shut down. The income you've worked so hard to build is GONE.
* Think going with an established company is better? Companies like AmWay and Mary Kay are so regulated that it's almost impossible to build a business with all their rules and regs.
* Go with a brand new company and there's a lot of buzz, excitement and entrepreneurial spirit - but not so much trust and credibility.
* and the list goes on.
Find a product you're passionate about and that people want and have confidence in your ability to do your own thing.
All the best,
Denise Michaels
Author, 'Testosterone-Free Marketing'
Get the book at http://www.tfmbook.com
Visit me online at http://www.MentoringwithDenise.com
Reply:My friend Elaine has worked with a real co doing this for 15-20 hrs a week for almost 2 yrs and her income is now at over 7k a month whether or not she works. Her first and smallest check was $500.
If you email me your contact info or questions I can connect you to her.
Reply:I work with a company called Melaleuca. It's not a get rich quick thing, but it's definitely legitimate. It's generated me a great income. http://www.stayinhomeandlovinit.com/cgi-...
Reply:Hi G. R.
If you let this question run for a while, you will probably receive enough answers to write a great article.
Presently, there are more MLM companies out there than I have hair on my head...they each promise to the best thing since "sliced bread"
The truth is that many are legitimate and solid companies.
Make sure to exercise due diligence when you are researching any home based business opportunity.
Also, try to find a product or service that you are passionate about. It makes it much easier to be motivated...and if you are motivated you stand a better chance at being successful.
If you choose a Network Marketing company, make sure they have a money back guarantee, have a great marketing system and provide plenty of support and training.
Try to get in on a company opportunity or training call to see what the business is all about and the type of individuals who are running the business.
I don't get involved in all the hype and I'm not going to try to sell you in this post. But, if you are truly interested in a great business....
Contact me through my profile if you are interested in additional information.
Good luck in your work at home search.
Marc
Reply:That's an oxy moron.... No such thing as an honest good network marketing business oportunity. Instead focus on a carrer and maybe investing in your hobby, which can pay well depending on what your hobbies are.
Reply:Honestly all the answers are a bunch of crap, I have been in the business now for over 6 years. The only real thing I would do right now is the reverse funnel system. Google the reverse funnel system and see if you find anyone saying its a scam, thats the real way to tell. You think anyone else would tell you to google thier program? No, because people are saying bad things about it. You can read up about the reverse funnel system on my blog:
http://www.reversefunnelsystemspot.blogs...
and heres the direct link to the program:
http://www.thousanddollarprofits.com/130...
I want someone who is willing to work, you make $1000 per signup and it grows fast. My team leader is making 14k and shes only 14 days in, im new and already made 1k in 3 days. Hope this helps.
Reply:G.R.
There are some great opportunities out there if you know how to look for the right one.
Network Marketing is one of the fastest growing concepts in the nation and that is because of the excellent earning potential. Many people don't understand the concept so they just assume that they are all scams.
The important thing is to know how to find the right opportunity for you with a good pay structure and a sound company.
I have an article that can help you in finding the right opportunity for you. You'll learn what to look for, what to avoid and questions to ask to help determine if it is the right opportunity for you and if the company is legit.
I have over 20 years experience in network marketing and because of this business, I have the freedom to take the time each day to help others in their search to help them avoid the mistakes I have made along the way.
The article is too long for answers messaging but if you will email me at bonnieram1962@yahoo.com and let me know you want the article on finding the right home business, I will be glad to email you a copy.
I wish you all the best and look forward to helping you in your search.
Bonnie Ramsey
Reply:click on the link below and u will find your answere
http://www.agloco.com/r/BBGF1351
Reply:what this question everyone will answer you and he will recommend the company that he work with it....
To be honest i've been working with a network merketing company it's the fifth company all over the world and i can sure you it not like other companies it's about touch other people lives and stop working in a closed loop and start to change your life and start to make your dreams come true the company is called QUEST NET and it keep growing all over the world and even i now start to search for referrals outside my country......
Friday, April 16, 2010
HAS anyone had a successful NETWORK marketing business?
Yes if ANYONE can prove that they have had success with this industry I would love to hear about it
HAS anyone had a successful NETWORK marketing business?
Xango is one of the Network Marketing Company you should get involve with. Not only is their start up cost is low - $35. Their porduct is excellent. I heard a lot of positive feed back from other people. Look into it. Good luck. www.xango.com.
Reply:$2.95 promotional start up, great support, leads... I have been very happy with this company
www.automaticbuilder.com/one... Report It
Reply:my friend has. go to smeckteck.com or efirehost.com. that is his bussiness
Reply:Avon
Reply:Just go to one of their meetings and you'll be introduced to at least one successful person.
HAS anyone had a successful NETWORK marketing business?
Xango is one of the Network Marketing Company you should get involve with. Not only is their start up cost is low - $35. Their porduct is excellent. I heard a lot of positive feed back from other people. Look into it. Good luck. www.xango.com.
Reply:$2.95 promotional start up, great support, leads... I have been very happy with this company
www.automaticbuilder.com/one... Report It
Reply:my friend has. go to smeckteck.com or efirehost.com. that is his bussiness
Reply:Avon
Reply:Just go to one of their meetings and you'll be introduced to at least one successful person.
I have recently joined a network marketing business. Guide me in my progress.?
Dear , i will Probably ask some thing more explicit, wat kind of guideness do u need dear
I have recently joined a network marketing business. Guide me in my progress.?
That's a fairly open ended question...it's hard to guide you in your progress without knowing how you're progressing.
For a high level guide, here's some basic advice:
1- Be honest. Network marketing / MLMs have a bad rep already. Be sure to be completely honest with any prospects. Don't try to deceive or hide anything...that just makes things worse.
2- Learn the basic information about your particular business. You need to know your compensation plan well enough that you can explain to someone how it is they'll make money with you. You also need to know the initial investment cost and the monthly maintenance/membership costs.
3- Set realistic goals for yourself and for your new enrollees. For example, I have a goal to sign up one new person each month and to help each new person set and achieve the same goal.
4- Stay in contact with your upline and any corporate communication lines. Information is vital. Be sure to maintain frequent communication with your upline mentors and to stay abrest of any new announcements from the corporate HQ.
5- Stay in contact with people you enroll. Too often I see people just turn into enrolling machines where they sign people up and then just drop them. You need to be a good mentor for the people you enroll to help them understand the business. Otherwise, they'll just drop out.
6- Don't give up. Network marketing is HARD WORK. Most of the people in network marketing are NOT marketers (which may seem strange since the business is called a "marketing" business). Because of this, growing the business puts many of us out of our comfort zone. You'll have to work hard to find those "golden" prospects that want to sign up and build a business with you. But if you don't work hard, you won't sign anybody up...and as a result, you'll find yourself wondering why you're not earning any money.
I'd gladly chat with you in more specific detail if you have additional specific questions or concerns that would allow for a more specific guide.
Reply:Learn as much as you can about the business.
Read books such as "Network Marketing for Dummies" by Zig Ziglar--there are many other good books, I just happened to like that one.
Buy a training course from:
Tim Sales: http://professionalinviter.com or
Dani Johnson: http://danijohnson.com or
MLMU (MLM University): http://www.mlmu.com/freecoachcall.html
Tom "Big Al" Schreider - http://fortunenow.com
[Note: Those are NOT affiliate links--neither are the ones below]
Take advantage of all the training your company provides.
Participate on forums such as http://wahm.com (click on "Message Board" on left nav bar) or http://mlm.com or http://conqueryourniche.com
Take a small business course at your local community college. If they have a course on network marketing, by all means take it! Join a local network marketing group--if you live in a big city there's bound to be one.
I hope this helps.
I wish you massive success!
Mark
--
Mark D. Worthen, Psy.D.
http://markworthen.com
Reply:Find a mentor in your upline.
I struggled until I did this myself. Someone that is successful will gladly show you what is working for them because if you succeed they succeed.
Good Luck!
Reply:Here's the best guidance I can give you- don't leave your life in someone else's hands. Organizations that seek to "improve" your life by taking it over (which they ARE, look for it) only seek to improve their own wallets at the expense of your life.
The only real progress you'll ever make will start when you turn around and walk out the door.
Reply:To explore network marketing business opportunity and to keep yourself updated about various aspects of this industry keep visiting :
http://www.kuldeepsanadhya.com/...
Reply:which network marketing business company you joined in INDIA
At no 1 in INDIA is http://www.amway.com with INDIAN turnover of Rs 750 crores approx and AVON/ORIFLAME/MODICARE/HLL etc have Rs 180 crores turnover each in INDIA.
successful Leaders of AMWAY conduct weekly coachings to teach how to build business.
If you are in other network marketing company other then AMWAY then does that organise teaching sessions and whats the success rate in whole INDIA.Join that network marketing company which organise weekly coachings and for further details contact me if you are interested
Reply:Your team leader as is should guide you, but tell us the business or advertise it here for free. With my complements.
Mike. www.trafficswarm.us
puppy teeth
I have recently joined a network marketing business. Guide me in my progress.?
That's a fairly open ended question...it's hard to guide you in your progress without knowing how you're progressing.
For a high level guide, here's some basic advice:
1- Be honest. Network marketing / MLMs have a bad rep already. Be sure to be completely honest with any prospects. Don't try to deceive or hide anything...that just makes things worse.
2- Learn the basic information about your particular business. You need to know your compensation plan well enough that you can explain to someone how it is they'll make money with you. You also need to know the initial investment cost and the monthly maintenance/membership costs.
3- Set realistic goals for yourself and for your new enrollees. For example, I have a goal to sign up one new person each month and to help each new person set and achieve the same goal.
4- Stay in contact with your upline and any corporate communication lines. Information is vital. Be sure to maintain frequent communication with your upline mentors and to stay abrest of any new announcements from the corporate HQ.
5- Stay in contact with people you enroll. Too often I see people just turn into enrolling machines where they sign people up and then just drop them. You need to be a good mentor for the people you enroll to help them understand the business. Otherwise, they'll just drop out.
6- Don't give up. Network marketing is HARD WORK. Most of the people in network marketing are NOT marketers (which may seem strange since the business is called a "marketing" business). Because of this, growing the business puts many of us out of our comfort zone. You'll have to work hard to find those "golden" prospects that want to sign up and build a business with you. But if you don't work hard, you won't sign anybody up...and as a result, you'll find yourself wondering why you're not earning any money.
I'd gladly chat with you in more specific detail if you have additional specific questions or concerns that would allow for a more specific guide.
Reply:Learn as much as you can about the business.
Read books such as "Network Marketing for Dummies" by Zig Ziglar--there are many other good books, I just happened to like that one.
Buy a training course from:
Tim Sales: http://professionalinviter.com or
Dani Johnson: http://danijohnson.com or
MLMU (MLM University): http://www.mlmu.com/freecoachcall.html
Tom "Big Al" Schreider - http://fortunenow.com
[Note: Those are NOT affiliate links--neither are the ones below]
Take advantage of all the training your company provides.
Participate on forums such as http://wahm.com (click on "Message Board" on left nav bar) or http://mlm.com or http://conqueryourniche.com
Take a small business course at your local community college. If they have a course on network marketing, by all means take it! Join a local network marketing group--if you live in a big city there's bound to be one.
I hope this helps.
I wish you massive success!
Mark
--
Mark D. Worthen, Psy.D.
http://markworthen.com
Reply:Find a mentor in your upline.
I struggled until I did this myself. Someone that is successful will gladly show you what is working for them because if you succeed they succeed.
Good Luck!
Reply:Here's the best guidance I can give you- don't leave your life in someone else's hands. Organizations that seek to "improve" your life by taking it over (which they ARE, look for it) only seek to improve their own wallets at the expense of your life.
The only real progress you'll ever make will start when you turn around and walk out the door.
Reply:To explore network marketing business opportunity and to keep yourself updated about various aspects of this industry keep visiting :
http://www.kuldeepsanadhya.com/...
Reply:which network marketing business company you joined in INDIA
At no 1 in INDIA is http://www.amway.com with INDIAN turnover of Rs 750 crores approx and AVON/ORIFLAME/MODICARE/HLL etc have Rs 180 crores turnover each in INDIA.
successful Leaders of AMWAY conduct weekly coachings to teach how to build business.
If you are in other network marketing company other then AMWAY then does that organise teaching sessions and whats the success rate in whole INDIA.Join that network marketing company which organise weekly coachings and for further details contact me if you are interested
Reply:Your team leader as is should guide you, but tell us the business or advertise it here for free. With my complements.
Mike. www.trafficswarm.us
puppy teeth
How do you get your network marketing business off the ground?
Please help
How do you get your network marketing business off the ground?
There's a lot of advice I could give to answer that question. One thing I will say is take action. No amount of training or support will build your business for you, although that is Very important. Spend more time 'doing' rather than planning. This might sound a bit simple but why make it complicated. The little things you do every day compounded over time is what gets you lasting results. Plan your work and work your plan.
Reply:I think the first thing to do is set your goals and know what your intent is. The reality is that ALL forms of business are a challenge and most people do not succeed in business. This has nothing to do with Network Marketing and everything to do with people who aren't willing to do the personal development necessary to make it and also taking advise from other people who failed in business.
I mean, why would you take business advise from failures. If you wanted to learn how to play baseball would you seek to model the worst players out there?
Sheesh.
Next, understand that you're dealing with a business and no matter how awesome it might seem to you, there is no such thing as a market that 100% of all people REALLY want. So when you're talking to someone about what you have to offer, first see if they really perceive having a problem that you can solve and then offer to show them a solution. If they're not into it, that's ok. Respect them enough to move on.
I've had great success in Network Marketing as well as "real" businesses and the process is the same. Anyone who tries to tell you different has no track record to know.
I know a guy in an MLM that I consider to be second rate and even he is able to grow a successful business and he's got a team that's growing too. The more he helps other people make money, the more he'll make money. Wow, what's wrong with that? Nothing to people who have ever held executive positions in a company before. As a COO and Executive VP in other businesses, my compensation package looked an awful like "network Marketing"
The bottom line though is to start with your intention. That is actually a million times more important than the "how-to."
Reply:Don't. It's the single worst business-related choice you can make in the entire world, bar none. Get online and find out the truth about your particular MLM industry at ripoffreport.com -- not every post there is from a person with whom you can/should identify, but enough are. You'll be able to tell by reading when people fail because they're lazy and when they fail because they were lied to non-stop about what to expect and how things really work.
Reply:I would recommend you to try out the services at marketing tips, where the staffs are experts at internet marketing and have helped many individuals and companies earn big bucks from the Internet. They can give you not only advice about collection and relations issue, but also other recommendations to put your business on the Internet smoothly.
Currently, there is a trial of only $2.95 to try their best-selling internet marketing course. You will get 30 days to test-drive their wealth-building system.
This offer also includes a 30-day trial membership in their exclusive Internet Entrepreneur Club. You would be able to exchange information and learn from their experienced online entrepreneurs and ask all the questions you want and get personalized advice from their team of Internet marketing experts within 24 hours.
If you are unhappy after 30 days, you can cancel your membership. You can click on the following link if you are interested:
http://www.marketingtips.com/t.cgi/90261...
How do you get your network marketing business off the ground?
There's a lot of advice I could give to answer that question. One thing I will say is take action. No amount of training or support will build your business for you, although that is Very important. Spend more time 'doing' rather than planning. This might sound a bit simple but why make it complicated. The little things you do every day compounded over time is what gets you lasting results. Plan your work and work your plan.
Reply:I think the first thing to do is set your goals and know what your intent is. The reality is that ALL forms of business are a challenge and most people do not succeed in business. This has nothing to do with Network Marketing and everything to do with people who aren't willing to do the personal development necessary to make it and also taking advise from other people who failed in business.
I mean, why would you take business advise from failures. If you wanted to learn how to play baseball would you seek to model the worst players out there?
Sheesh.
Next, understand that you're dealing with a business and no matter how awesome it might seem to you, there is no such thing as a market that 100% of all people REALLY want. So when you're talking to someone about what you have to offer, first see if they really perceive having a problem that you can solve and then offer to show them a solution. If they're not into it, that's ok. Respect them enough to move on.
I've had great success in Network Marketing as well as "real" businesses and the process is the same. Anyone who tries to tell you different has no track record to know.
I know a guy in an MLM that I consider to be second rate and even he is able to grow a successful business and he's got a team that's growing too. The more he helps other people make money, the more he'll make money. Wow, what's wrong with that? Nothing to people who have ever held executive positions in a company before. As a COO and Executive VP in other businesses, my compensation package looked an awful like "network Marketing"
The bottom line though is to start with your intention. That is actually a million times more important than the "how-to."
Reply:Don't. It's the single worst business-related choice you can make in the entire world, bar none. Get online and find out the truth about your particular MLM industry at ripoffreport.com -- not every post there is from a person with whom you can/should identify, but enough are. You'll be able to tell by reading when people fail because they're lazy and when they fail because they were lied to non-stop about what to expect and how things really work.
Reply:I would recommend you to try out the services at marketing tips, where the staffs are experts at internet marketing and have helped many individuals and companies earn big bucks from the Internet. They can give you not only advice about collection and relations issue, but also other recommendations to put your business on the Internet smoothly.
Currently, there is a trial of only $2.95 to try their best-selling internet marketing course. You will get 30 days to test-drive their wealth-building system.
This offer also includes a 30-day trial membership in their exclusive Internet Entrepreneur Club. You would be able to exchange information and learn from their experienced online entrepreneurs and ask all the questions you want and get personalized advice from their team of Internet marketing experts within 24 hours.
If you are unhappy after 30 days, you can cancel your membership. You can click on the following link if you are interested:
http://www.marketingtips.com/t.cgi/90261...
I've been quoted 3K to 10K to network my business computers, why?
I would like to network 6 computers so that they can all share a medical billing software program. I've looked at the answers here and it looks like the cost should be at the most a couple hundred dollars, why am I being quoted thousands of dollars? Is there something I am missing?
I've been quoted 3K to 10K to network my business computers, why?
It depends on the technology used and how easy it is to get the network setup with the computer.
How far is the server room from the computers?
What type technology are you looking to use?
Reply:Just to network 6 computers would normally take about 30-45 mins and cost about £150, assuming you have socketed CAT-5 cabling in place already. Its really basic stuff.
You must be missing something, yes. Ask for a full statement of work.
Reply:Every IT service qouted different price from small business to corporate grade contractor.
Go for the lowest cost but make sure that they know what they are doing.
You can use a simple regular computer to be the host of a program like Quickbook and ACT. To find out what is the requirement for hosting a medical billing software, look for the system requirement. If it said Xeon processor with Microsoft Server then you going to need to buy a good decent computer that have Xeon, 2GB, two network card, and Microsoft Server or whatever it is the system requirement. If it just say Windows XP with system memory then you can use the regular computer to host the software.
I would make sure that the software allow more than 1 users which called a license. Find out if the billing software is a multiuser is by looking at the box or calling the customer service representative.
Reply:networked computers and a computer network are actually two different things. Networked computers share a common internet connection, where a Computer network directs all its traffic thru a single computer which typically oversee's the overall "intranet" or inside network. The issue it would seem is someone is quoting you to build you a network with a server, Windows NT or other OS with clients and several machines.
Determine what your needs are and adjust accordingly. Depending on what you ask for it will determine what you get so far as overall control and protection.
Good luck
Reply:Yes it could. U need a server to share the software. It could cost to buy a server. Plus u might need firewall and some virus blocking software and hardware.
Reply:It doesn't sound like your running a home business out of your garage so you really should'nt cut corners on system upgrades
Some may be offering more customer services.
You don't want to be in the situation, where you have a lot of work to do and your system craches because you wanted save a few dollars!
It will be at that time, you would love to turn back time and pay a premium to have the work done right.
You could be increasing the size of the CEOs Stock Portfolio to get it done right, but if you cut corners an get it done for a discount, chances are good, it won't be!
You'll pay more to do the job again!
Good Luck!
Reply:When you put together the equipment, and count labor, 3K would be just about normal, 10K would be far too much, and there is a HUGE 7K gap in there so you have gotten a broad range of proposal amounts.
I can try to give you the generic basics of why it'll cost so much.
#1 is equipment. I'm sure the Medical billing software takes up huge space, power, and processors so they'll add on a dedicated server to the proposal so the software can operate freely and independently of other systems. Dedicated servers can cost as much as a super suped-up computer ($1K-$4K). And along with equipment comes cables, power backups, wireless access if need be, and extra space for your client logs... and not to mention that these companies will buy the equipment from say, Dell or HP, and they'll increase the price so they can make profit when you buy it from them (it is very common - they'll buy a Dell server for $1000, then sell it to you for $1500 so they can make profit, and they'll do that for every piece of equipment).
#2 is labor. I'm talking actual work done, mileage, even a person to survey the computers to make sure they'll accept the networking of software. And labor will include the software needed to link all systems together to be able to log into the shared server (yes they charge you for the software and installation of the software on each computer when all they have to do is stick the CD in and click load).
What would cost only a few hundred dollars is if you wanted to link the computers together through the office network. All this is called is setting up a network. That would cost several hundred dollars for 6 six computers if you didn't have any special requests like loading shared software.
What sucks is that Tech Support agencies, Car mechanics, plumbers, and guys like that charge an arm and a leg because they know you NEED the service. You can't do it without them and they are the only ones who can do it effectively. If you are in doubt, please please you can ask them to explain the quote bit by bit and itemize it. You are definitely entitled to that.
Reply:Are you paying for this medical software too ?
We normally network an office in less than a day and thats all it gets charged, a day.
Reply:That depends do you have a server that the data going to live on? Is the office already wired? There are many thing to go into it. But, I agree with you that it does seem to be a bit high. Try to find an IT guy will to work after hours for a few extra buck and you'll get it done.
Reply:i dont know about all these other "do it yourselfer's" but i sure rest better at night knowing a knowledgeable tech has secured the network with all my medical information properly and not had some john doe jimmy rig it up.
Perhaps your not explaining yourself properly when getting quotes, ensure their not adding servers/dmz systems/expensive hubs/switches/routers ect
explain you would like to keep the cost to a minimum and get a written quote to compare the hardware differences.
Reply:Software and security.
If you are running all XP machines, and connected wireless then you should be able to create a home network within seconds. You can do it yourself and save all that money.
When you are calling someone about setting up a network, they are assuming that you want to run a server, and clients. In that case, 3k to 10k is about average.
Be cautious though, and make sure you have some security if you are wireless. HIPPA has teeth remember....:)
Reply:What you are missing ,is that on YA most people are talking about connecting two or three computers with 20 metres of Cat 5e cable through a modem/router they already own, using an Internet connection for gaming / browsing etc: at minimal cost.
What you want to do is a different thing entirely, You want to network 6 computers, sharing a billing software program, I assume, to maximise productivity and increase your profits.
Business networking requires a server, a backup system and the infrastructure to ensure that the system is stable and capable of performing consistently.
Remember if your network goes down, so does your business.
You need too look at the quotes carefully to see exactly what you are getting for your money, and you need to be perfectly sure that what you are going to pay for is what you really need (normally vastly different from what you originally want).
Remember that mistakes made at the initial stage cost much more to rectify later on when everything is operational.
Reply:It depends how big a building, but that sounds excessive for 6 machines. Try someone else.
Reply:Compare each scope of work. how much cabling is involved? Where will the software reside, does it require a server? If your office requires that Cat 5 cabling be installed along with patch panels and internet access equipment that is probably going to run you 1200 to 1500. Add a small server software licenses back up devices a UPS and an internet access equipment and it adds up quickly
Reply:I have no idea why you are being quoted the figure you are quoted since you have not specified what systems are involved.
However, if the person doing the work is a network professional then they probably charge from 50/hr up
You'll be paying for any equipment.. so if you are installing a cisco router that's going to cost you a few hundred to thousands.
If you were to hire someoone like myself to perform the risk assessment you are required to be in compliance with HIPAA.. you would be asked to pay those prices at a minimum... a small HMO or small Hospital can pay 75,000 or more for a risk assessment.
You'll want them to provide you a breakdown of the services. no? That's a mighty big difference between 3k and 10k
Good luck.
I've been quoted 3K to 10K to network my business computers, why?
It depends on the technology used and how easy it is to get the network setup with the computer.
How far is the server room from the computers?
What type technology are you looking to use?
Reply:Just to network 6 computers would normally take about 30-45 mins and cost about £150, assuming you have socketed CAT-5 cabling in place already. Its really basic stuff.
You must be missing something, yes. Ask for a full statement of work.
Reply:Every IT service qouted different price from small business to corporate grade contractor.
Go for the lowest cost but make sure that they know what they are doing.
You can use a simple regular computer to be the host of a program like Quickbook and ACT. To find out what is the requirement for hosting a medical billing software, look for the system requirement. If it said Xeon processor with Microsoft Server then you going to need to buy a good decent computer that have Xeon, 2GB, two network card, and Microsoft Server or whatever it is the system requirement. If it just say Windows XP with system memory then you can use the regular computer to host the software.
I would make sure that the software allow more than 1 users which called a license. Find out if the billing software is a multiuser is by looking at the box or calling the customer service representative.
Reply:networked computers and a computer network are actually two different things. Networked computers share a common internet connection, where a Computer network directs all its traffic thru a single computer which typically oversee's the overall "intranet" or inside network. The issue it would seem is someone is quoting you to build you a network with a server, Windows NT or other OS with clients and several machines.
Determine what your needs are and adjust accordingly. Depending on what you ask for it will determine what you get so far as overall control and protection.
Good luck
Reply:Yes it could. U need a server to share the software. It could cost to buy a server. Plus u might need firewall and some virus blocking software and hardware.
Reply:It doesn't sound like your running a home business out of your garage so you really should'nt cut corners on system upgrades
Some may be offering more customer services.
You don't want to be in the situation, where you have a lot of work to do and your system craches because you wanted save a few dollars!
It will be at that time, you would love to turn back time and pay a premium to have the work done right.
You could be increasing the size of the CEOs Stock Portfolio to get it done right, but if you cut corners an get it done for a discount, chances are good, it won't be!
You'll pay more to do the job again!
Good Luck!
Reply:When you put together the equipment, and count labor, 3K would be just about normal, 10K would be far too much, and there is a HUGE 7K gap in there so you have gotten a broad range of proposal amounts.
I can try to give you the generic basics of why it'll cost so much.
#1 is equipment. I'm sure the Medical billing software takes up huge space, power, and processors so they'll add on a dedicated server to the proposal so the software can operate freely and independently of other systems. Dedicated servers can cost as much as a super suped-up computer ($1K-$4K). And along with equipment comes cables, power backups, wireless access if need be, and extra space for your client logs... and not to mention that these companies will buy the equipment from say, Dell or HP, and they'll increase the price so they can make profit when you buy it from them (it is very common - they'll buy a Dell server for $1000, then sell it to you for $1500 so they can make profit, and they'll do that for every piece of equipment).
#2 is labor. I'm talking actual work done, mileage, even a person to survey the computers to make sure they'll accept the networking of software. And labor will include the software needed to link all systems together to be able to log into the shared server (yes they charge you for the software and installation of the software on each computer when all they have to do is stick the CD in and click load).
What would cost only a few hundred dollars is if you wanted to link the computers together through the office network. All this is called is setting up a network. That would cost several hundred dollars for 6 six computers if you didn't have any special requests like loading shared software.
What sucks is that Tech Support agencies, Car mechanics, plumbers, and guys like that charge an arm and a leg because they know you NEED the service. You can't do it without them and they are the only ones who can do it effectively. If you are in doubt, please please you can ask them to explain the quote bit by bit and itemize it. You are definitely entitled to that.
Reply:Are you paying for this medical software too ?
We normally network an office in less than a day and thats all it gets charged, a day.
Reply:That depends do you have a server that the data going to live on? Is the office already wired? There are many thing to go into it. But, I agree with you that it does seem to be a bit high. Try to find an IT guy will to work after hours for a few extra buck and you'll get it done.
Reply:i dont know about all these other "do it yourselfer's" but i sure rest better at night knowing a knowledgeable tech has secured the network with all my medical information properly and not had some john doe jimmy rig it up.
Perhaps your not explaining yourself properly when getting quotes, ensure their not adding servers/dmz systems/expensive hubs/switches/routers ect
explain you would like to keep the cost to a minimum and get a written quote to compare the hardware differences.
Reply:Software and security.
If you are running all XP machines, and connected wireless then you should be able to create a home network within seconds. You can do it yourself and save all that money.
When you are calling someone about setting up a network, they are assuming that you want to run a server, and clients. In that case, 3k to 10k is about average.
Be cautious though, and make sure you have some security if you are wireless. HIPPA has teeth remember....:)
Reply:What you are missing ,is that on YA most people are talking about connecting two or three computers with 20 metres of Cat 5e cable through a modem/router they already own, using an Internet connection for gaming / browsing etc: at minimal cost.
What you want to do is a different thing entirely, You want to network 6 computers, sharing a billing software program, I assume, to maximise productivity and increase your profits.
Business networking requires a server, a backup system and the infrastructure to ensure that the system is stable and capable of performing consistently.
Remember if your network goes down, so does your business.
You need too look at the quotes carefully to see exactly what you are getting for your money, and you need to be perfectly sure that what you are going to pay for is what you really need (normally vastly different from what you originally want).
Remember that mistakes made at the initial stage cost much more to rectify later on when everything is operational.
Reply:It depends how big a building, but that sounds excessive for 6 machines. Try someone else.
Reply:Compare each scope of work. how much cabling is involved? Where will the software reside, does it require a server? If your office requires that Cat 5 cabling be installed along with patch panels and internet access equipment that is probably going to run you 1200 to 1500. Add a small server software licenses back up devices a UPS and an internet access equipment and it adds up quickly
Reply:I have no idea why you are being quoted the figure you are quoted since you have not specified what systems are involved.
However, if the person doing the work is a network professional then they probably charge from 50/hr up
You'll be paying for any equipment.. so if you are installing a cisco router that's going to cost you a few hundred to thousands.
If you were to hire someoone like myself to perform the risk assessment you are required to be in compliance with HIPAA.. you would be asked to pay those prices at a minimum... a small HMO or small Hospital can pay 75,000 or more for a risk assessment.
You'll want them to provide you a breakdown of the services. no? That's a mighty big difference between 3k and 10k
Good luck.
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