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One of the most frequently asked questions asked about teleseminars is, “What do I talk about?” Rephrased it is “What content sells?”

Here are 5 ways to not only find something to talk about, but also find a profitable topic as well.

1. Ask questions. Ask your potential audience what they want to know. A simple ASK campaign is the fastest way to get a lot of questions on your topic. It’s also a great way to judge whether or not a topic will sell. After all, if you can get people to ask questions, then you’ll be able to get them to listen to the answers.

On the other hand, if you can’t get any questions on the topic, then it is not likely to “sell” as a teleseminar topic.

Once you have your questions, then look for the themes. And turn these themes into the top ten questions asked. Given that, it’s easy to craft your sales letter to highlight the ten topics you’ll discuss on the call.

2. Watch the news in your field. You may want to set up a Google alert that keeps you informed of the latest news on your topic. Watch the discussion forums to see what people are discussing. You’ll quickly pick up on the hot topics.

Now it’s just a matter of deciding whether you want to set up an ASK campaign to get the questions or set up an interview with an expert to answer the questions. But you’ll know it will “sell”, since it’s already been identified as a hot topic.

3. Look for experts in your field and interview them. Everyone loves the idea of getting insider tips from the experts. So look for those experts you would most like to hear from and request an interview.

Most likely once you’ve settled on the topic you want to interview them on, they will send a list of questions you can ask on the interview. But don’t be afraid to ask additional questions or questions to clarify their answers. That’s what makes an interview interesting - those little nuggets the host is able to pull out of the expert.

4. Look for problems. Listen to the conversations your colleagues have to see what’s bugging them. Watch the discussion forums see what topics come up again and again. What problems never seem to be solved?

Look for solutions to these common problems. Research and find answers to present in a teleseminar format. That can even be the start of a product, based on the teleseminar.

5. You pick the topic. You’re already an expert in your field. You know what questions people ask. You know what they need to know to be successful in the field. Just list the topics, then create a teleseminar series. Your first teleseminar might be the “survey course,” which covers all of the topics at a very shallow depth. Then offer a paid series that goes into each topic in depth. Not only will you have an excellent home study course, but you’ll also be serving your clients by providing the information you know they need.

If you ever find yourself asking “what can I talk about,” just review this list for immediate ideas. You’ll never run out of topics again.

Dr. Jeanette Cates is an Internet strategist who works with consultants and other experts who are are ready to leverage their expertise into Online Success. She shares everything you need to start hosting your own teleseminars in

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What Is Spyware? Spyware programs are files that hide on your PC’s hard drive without your knowledge and track your every move. Spyware can get access to sensitive files on your PC, such as your banking account or your passwords. The purchase of a spyware removal program will prevent this.

Simply put, if you have ever downloaded any of the following onto your computer, there is over a 90% chance that your computer has been infected.

They are as follows: Screensavers, Music, Games, Movies, and Pictures.

Spyware programs are files that hide on your PC’s hard drive without your knowledge. These programs can allow advertising companies to track your every move. It also allows hackers to hijack your computer and use it for various illegal activities, without your knowledge. Even worse, they could get access to sensitive files that are stored on your computer, such as banking information, passwords, and credit card information. Identity theft can occur when these events take place. If your PC has been used for any kind of illegal activity without your knowledge, it will be up to you to prove your innocence.

Your computer can also crash as a result of spyware and adware programs. If you have ever noticed any of the following symptoms, it is most likely the result of spyware on your PC. Excessive pop-ups that start suddenly. Your PC starts to function very slowly. Strange icons that suddenly appear on your desktop or start up menu. Your homepage being switched for another. When at rest, your mouse cursor starts to float across the page. Your PC freezes up frequently and displays a lot of error codes.

These symptoms are just the beginning. They will get worse, and eventually your PC will crash.

Obtaining a good spyware removal program is a must. Don’t think that programs like Mcaffee and Norton are enough, as they aren’t. Those programs are excellent for protecting yourself from viruses and spam, but are lacking in the spyware and adware arena. I personally use Mcaffee Security Suite and thought I was well protected until I did a free scan from a spyware program. I was shocked to find that I had over 300 files embedded into my hard drive from spyware and adware. I immediately purchased the product, did a complete scan, and found even more unwanted programs on my PC. With the push of a button, I was able to delete these files forever. I now have it set up on a schedule to do a full scan every day at 4 am, plus it’s always running in the background while I am using my computer and will pick up any unwanted programs and inform me as they occur, in real time, before they are installed on my PC. This is very important. Most of the spyware removal software does an excellent job on other malicious codes from being installed on your PC. Things like adware, malware, worms, trojans, and viruses will also be picked up by your software and will work well with your Mcaffee , Norton, or other software programs you are currently using.

With the right software in place, you can prevent any harm from coming to your PC. If your surfing habits include any of the activities previously mentioned, it is imperative that you obtain a good spyware and adware removal program and use it frequently. If you surf the Internet a lot, I would recommend that you run a scan every few days, or put it on a daily schedule to perform as scan as you are sleeping. Doing so will ensure that your PC will continue to function properly for a long time. Protect your investment and obtain a high quality spyware removal program soon.

David Dorrough is a retired educator, having taught at several leading universities. Today, he is active as a free lance writer and is also a Google Adsense Publisher. For more information on spyware, visit the following sites: what-spyware.com what-spyware.com and also security.consumers-choice.net security.consumers-choice.net

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