January 5th, 2012
Your sales force can be the lifeblood of your company. They help you get new customers and ensure that customers are happy with your service and product. Keeping your sales force content is a must. An unhappy salesperson may lead to unhappy customers. Furthermore, you want to keep the best people around for as long as possible.
Get Their Input
Your sales force knows best what your customers want and need. Before introducing a new product, ask for their input, including how they would market and position the product. Your sales people will feel that their opinion matters, and it creates positive interaction between employees and managers.
Keep Challenging Your Team
Nobody likes to be bored! A bored salesperson may start looking for another job or be less successful in their position. Develop goals that are attainable, but challenge your sales people. Make them work a little for that next commission. Just don’t put the commission permanently out of their reach.
Always Offer a Helping Hand
Sales calls can be challenging at times – even for a seasoned field professional. Ask your sales person if they would like help making those calls. They’ll appreciate the help, and this may make them an employee for life.
Keep the Commission Competitive
Companies don’t want to go broke with commissions and bonuses, but you also need to keep up with your industry. If a competitor has a better commission structure, you may lose your best employees to them. Try some sales contests with monetary rewards for either individual sales people or teams.
Institute these contests on a quarterly basis so that your sales force can make some extra money throughout the year.
 Create a Culture of Trust
Trust is an important part of any company. Employees need to trust each other and their managers. Have an open-door policy. Your sales professionals should feel comfortable coming to you with any questions or concerns that they may have.
Commission and bonus structures shouldn’t be a mystery. If necessary, put together a PowerPoint presentation of this structure, or a PDF that explains the compensation in explicit detail. Schedule a time when you can get all of your sales force together, and use a rental projector to visually display how sales people get their commissions/bonuses.
Show Off Their Accomplishments
Periodically, acknowledge achievements. This may be as simple as giving a monetary reward for their work to having your own awards ceremony for outstanding work. Record or photograph these events. If you have an annual party, get a rental projector, and show off slideshows of photographs, or play the videos throughout the evening.
Bring in a Motivational Speaker
Motivational speakers are trained to help encourage and motivate your sales force. Hire one to get your sales force excited about their job, new products or the prospects of the upcoming year or quarter.
If you need to obtain a rental projector for your next event or speaking engagement, Projector123.com gets you your rental projector the day before you need it. Click here now to find out more.
January 3rd, 2012
January is usually cold and dreary for most families. While playing in the snow is fun, it’s not something you can do all month long. Plus, skiing and snowboarding can be expensive activities. A projector rental gives you the opportunity to have some real family fun on a budget.
 At-Home Movie Night
Going to the movies can be an ordeal – not to mention expensive outing — for large families. Renting a Projector, however, is a great budget solution. You don’t have to worry about buying expensive snacks. Pop your own popcorn, and grab some candy at the grocery store. Then, gather up the blankets, and set up your own cozy home theater.
This is a great idea for the coldest and snowiest days of January. Make it an annual or weekly tradition. Your kids will have something to look forward to at the end of a long school day.
Get Your Exercise On
We all need some extra exercise during the winter months. Study after study proves that we eat more when the days are shorter and colder. Exercising around a small television screen, however, can be difficult. Showcase that exercise DVD on a large wall in your home with a projector and screen.
This gives you plenty of time to bust a move and work off some of the extra pounds that you may have added over the holiday season. It’s also a great way to secure some quality family time.
Create a Dance Revolution or Sing Off
Games like Guitar Hero are highly popular, but they are even more exciting on the big screen. You can set up a rental projector for your next party, especially your January birthday parties. All of the attendees can then participate, leaving no one out.
If you aren’t one to dance the night away, you can always have a sing off with your friends and family. Rent a projector and a karaoke machine, and sing along with your favorite songs. Make it a competition, and pick a winner after everyone has had a turn.
A Whole New Way to Scrapbook
Most of us have hundreds — if not thousands — of digital pictures of our family sitting on our computer. We almost never print these out. Say goodbye to the old year by gathering the family around the projector screen, and go through your collected memories from the previous year.
Find your favorite digital pictures, enhance them with online software programs, and make your own virtual scrapbook. These online programs allow you to add embellishments similar to stickers. If you have “swag” that you collected from travels, photograph these items, and upload them to your virtual scrapbook. Use a slideshow program, add some transitions, and set the photographs to music. Finally, get a rental projector, and show off all of your hard work.
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December 29th, 2011
Certainly there are many differences between visual and verbal presentations. As a speaker, your natural way of presenting is to choose the delivery method with which you yourself are most comfortable. If you prefer to explain things verbally (and to learn in an auditory fashion), then you may tend to overlook the need of visuals in any presentation you deliver. However, a crucial thing to remember is that people learn in many different ways, and the more ways you can incorporate into your presentation, the more likely your audience will be to remain engaged and interested.
The Visual Learner
More than half the population are visual learners, and if you don’t provide these folks with some attention-grabbing eye candy to look at, they can easily become distracted with other (unintentional) visuals – for example, your clothing, your mannerisms, or what the person sitting in front of them may be doing. You will garner more interest, and your audience will benefit from a higher retention rate of the information presented, when you provide professional quality graphics to reinforce your key speaking points.
The Auditory Learner
You can further enhance the benefits to the auditory learner by creating some audience participation. For example, many speakers will reinforce a key point verbally, then, after it’s been repeated a few times during the presentation, will start the sentence and have the audience verbally complete it. This engages the participants and reinforces learning. Music is another way to engage and retain the attention of your auditory learners.
The Hands-on Learner
Your tactile learners need some sort of hands-on activity to engage their interest. This is when flyers or handouts come in handy, allowing participants to take notes or complete a worksheet. Props that can be passed around or handed out are also useful, as well as a small card, magnet, notepad, or other representation of the information presented during your talk. During your presentation you can keep these hands-on learners engaged with comments like “if you are taking notes…” or by asking for a volunteer to participate in an exercise on stage.
 The Combo Package
The smart approach is to incorporate all three types of learning, especially since most people learn best through a combination of all three styles. A rental projector allows you to incorporate both audio and visual learning tools, and when you combine these with a handout, workbook or flyer, you’ve got a slam dunk.
The combination of verbal presentation, still or moving images in a slide show or video display format, and relevant handouts will help to ensure that you are maximizing your time in front of the audience. For your next presentation, be sure to rent a projector from Projector123.com. Click here now to learn more.
December 27th, 2011
As 2011 comes to a close, many businesses are wrapping up year-end purchases to take advantage of final tax write-offs for the year. If you’ve been considering whether you should continue to rent a projector when and where you need one, as compared to investing in this versatile piece of audiovisual equipment, here’s our quick reference guide for making the smart choice for your business or organization. Take a look at the pros and cons of each option.
 Accessibility
Are you more likely to use a projector on a spontaneous occasion (same day use), or with planning (at least two day’s notice)? For spontaneous, immediate use, owning your own projector certainly has its advantages. With absolute access, you can easily add style and flair to any presentation, and any occasion. You’ll avoid time delays and shipping costs, but you’ll also be responsible for storage and careful transport when you use the unit outside of your office building. If you’re more likely to need a projector on the road, at multiple locations, or outside of the office, then renting a projector could be the smarter way to go, since you can have the unit shipped to the location where you plan to use it.
Obsolescence
With the rapid improvements inherent in technology, there is a strong chance that today’s top-of-the-line projector purchase could end up being yesterday’s junk within just a year or two. If you don’t expect to use an LCD projector frequently (at least half a dozen times per year), then it makes more sense to rent when needed, as opposed to buying your own projector. Rental projector companies tend to stock new, high quality projectors for rental, so you won’t have to worry about obsolescence when you rent.
Cost
Always consider your bottom line, as cost is always a huge consideration in determining whether to buy or rent equipment. But before you can begin comparing costs, you must consider what situations and environments will require your use of a projector. A versatile, professional grade LCD projector will likely cost upwards of about $600. You can rent a comparable piece of equipment for under $100 per rental.
Maintenance
If you’re considering purchasing a projector, be sure to keep maintenance in mind. Projectors can be finicky, and repairs can become costly. The projector lamp must be changed (frequency depends on how much you use it) and that one service can run hundreds of dollars, even if you’re replacing it yourself.
For the easiest, most affordable way to secure an LCD rental projector when and where you want it, visit Projector123.com today.
December 22nd, 2011
Thought you might get a kick out of this holiday cartoon — Happy Holidays!
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December 20th, 2011
From blended families to fresh starts, this is the ideal time of year to create a new family tradition. You may wish to resurrect an old tradition from your own childhood, swipe the best ideas from others, or completely invent something new. The key is to make it fun, and make it memorable. The word “tradition” simply means the passing on of customs or beliefs, from generation to generation. Here are some ideas to help get you started.
Start with Food
It is often said that celebrations revolve around food – especially gatherings that include family and friends. Why not create a new food tradition with your family this year? You might decide to host a cookie exchange, where each family or person bakes several dozen cookies, and then everyone gathers together to share their recipes and their treats. That way, everyone only hast to make one kind of cookie, but gets to take home many different kinds to enjoy.
Alternatively, you might add a dish to your holiday feast this year. Or perhaps, the tradition is more in the preparation of the food (or by whom), as opposed to changing a long-standing menu.
Create a New craft
Crafts are great for all ages and a great way to get to know your family better. Creating centerpieces for the table, place cards for your holiday meal, or door decorations like wreaths, welcome signs, favorite quotes or scriptures are a fun way to make your home more festive and unique.
Plan for the Future
When starting a new tradition, think about longevity. What kinds of traditions will you want to be carrying on many years from now? What traditions would you love to pass on to your children and grandchildren? Sometimes, traditions begin by accident – something new is done or added one year, and the children request it again the following year, and voila! A tradition is born. Alternatively, you can intend to create a holiday legacy that will continue long after you are gone. The choice is completely up to you.
Go Big
A rental projector is an easy and affordable way to create a fun and lasting tradition. Gather family and friends for a movie night at home, or create a DVD compilation of your favorite photos and home videos, then display it with the help of a rental projector. By renting a projector you can create a home theater – grab your favorite holiday movies and bundle up with your favorite blankets to laugh (or cry) the evening away. Pop popcorn (and perhaps string some for the tree), warm some hot cocoa and snuggle in for a cozy evening of togetherness.
After all, isn’t togetherness what the holidays are really all about? Click here now to reserve a rental projector from Projector123.com. You’re sure to be glad you did!
December 15th, 2011
Want some enjoyable and amusing fun this New Year’s Eve? Now is the perfect time to rent a projector for your New Year’s celebration. Here are our top ideas to help you get started on ringing in a new year and a fresh start.
Karaoke
Perhaps the greatest amount of joy for the night lies in getting your friends out of their shell to start off the New Year. Start the new year right with karaoke and a rental projector. You can easily connect the projector to your computer to display the words for whoever is brave enough to sing and perform. If you’re stuck on song selections, consider 80’s rock songs, current pop (get the crowd dancing to the beat they know and secretly enjoy), or 70’s love songs. Skip the old stand-bys like “Shout” and “When a Man Loves a Woman.”
 New Years Resolution
How about using a rental projector for the whole family to share their New Years resolutions? You can create your own vision board, choose images that reflect the accomplishment of your goals, and bring together family and friends to share their aspirations in a fun and upbeat environment. The power of positive thinking is even further reinforced with big-screen display and a rental projector.
Host a Decades Party
As we ring in a new year, why not host a fun and entertaining decades party? This theme is the latest rage among partygoers across the US, and what better time than on New Year’s Even? You might choose just one decade as a theme (the 1960s and its Woodstock-inspired attire, for example), or you might invite people to dress according to their favorite decade. Why not also include food from that decade? Salmon mousse and ambrosia are reminiscent of the 1970s, while sushi most definitely feels very “90s.” The possibilities are limited only by your imagination.
Movie Night
Perhaps this New Year’s, you’d prefer to simply stay in with friends for a quiet and relaxing evening. You can make a movie theater of most any room with the help of a rental projector and a soft colored sheet to showcase your favorite film. Choose from new releases, family favorites, films you didn’t quite get a chance to see in the theater, or New Year’s classics like “When Harry Met Sally.”
However you choose to celebrate New Year’s this year, remember to stay safe! You can enhance your celebration with a rental projector from Projector123.com and help everyone enjoy a fun evening indoors with loved ones. Click here now to reserve your rental projector today.
December 13th, 2011
During this time of year, it’s easy to let certain things fall to the wayside – including health and fitness. If you’d rather not deal with the “holiday bulge” come January, why not cozy up and keep warm with an intense workout that’s enhanced with a rental projector.
Family Fitness
Before bellying up to another holiday buffet, why not coordinate a weekend workout for the entire family? Simply grab your favorite gaming system and enjoy some active time inside. Why stress about getting to the gym when your living room provides a convenient and adaptable location for a family workout.
Whether it’s a rigorous game with your favorite gaming system, or time-tested exercise DVDs, a rental projector is the perfect added touch to encourage everyone to get moving. Playing games or sports together allows you to exercise without feeling as though you’re dragging yourself to the gym – this way, you can enjoy fun times with family and friends while burning up those added holiday calories. Just think, playing a game is far more entertaining than running on the treadmill — you can tone your body while having a blast.
Celebrate Together
Once the workout is complete, why not reward yourself for a job well done? Rent a movie or find a new game for the family to enjoy together. You’re staying fit and making memories at the same time. Maximize your projector rental period with a variety of fun family activities, such as family movie night, gaming tournament, workout competitions, and watching old home movies.
Easy Setup and Takedown
You don’t need a projection screen when you rent a projector for family fitness or fun. Simply find a blank, solid-colored wall in your living room or den, or hang a light-colored sheet – this can be done easily with thumbtacks. Setup is as easy as 1-2-3 with a plug-and-play LCD rental projector. Rental projectors connect easily to your Wii or Xbox Kinect, as well as to your DVD player or laptop (depending on what type of entertainment you’re using your projector rental for). Takedown is a breeze, and the rental unit is shipped in a carrying case that keeps all your cables in one place, and doubles as a shipping carton.
A rental projector may be your easiest, most affordable, hassle-free way to ensure you get an extra workout in during the holiday season, and there are an unlimited number of ways that you and your family can maximize the use of your rental unit together.
With projector rentals starting at just $95, Projector123.com is your ideal choice for home projector rentals. Click here now to order yours today.
December 8th, 2011
Do you live in an area where it gets bitterly cold, where you just want to stay indoors and cozy up in the winter? This winter, why not find a fun and unique way to enjoy time spent with friends and family, making memories together and having a blast. A rental projector is the ideal way to gather loved ones and find creative ways to enjoy the warm and comfortable indoors. Here are our best suggestions:
Gaming Tournaments
This is the time of year to enjoy each other’s company, so why not start by laughing and creating fun challenges? Rent a projector and let the games begin! You can battle out frustrations, engage in some healthy competition, and improve your hand-eye coordination with your favorite games (or new releases) displayed larger than life.
 Home Movie Time
When was the last time you gathered the kids, popped some popcorn and took a trip down memory lane? Grab those old digital photos or video tapes and have a few good laughs (and maybe a cry or two). Sure, it’s sappy, but everyone will wind up thanking you for bringing up those sweet old memories. Nothing warms the heart on a chilly evening quite like the love of family and friends. Super-size your experience with a rental projector to sweeten the deal.
Movie Night
Can you think of anything better than going out to the movie theater with a group? If it’s a cold and bitter evening, forget the traffic and crowds and create your own movie night right at home. Where else can you grab your favorite blanket, laugh or cry unabashedly, enjoy bottomless popcorn (at a fraction of concession pricing), and drink unlimited hot cocoa, all at your fingertips? Nothing beats movie night in the comfort of your own home. And for a family of four, the cost is surprisingly comparable to an evening out at the movie theater (but without all the crowds and hassle, and without rushing to avoid being late…plus at home, you’re guaranteed the best seats in the house).
Projects
Just because it’s freezing cold outside doesn’t mean the family has to go stir-crazy indoors. Create your own visions of art, and take plenty of pictures. The whole family can be involved with this ongoing activity. You can invite friends over to join in on the fun of making and baking. Even if you may be inclined to say you’re not an “artist,” it’s the coming together and expressing yourself that creates a joyful memory. Create a grand finale by renting a projector to show off all the pictures and relive the fun.
To begin creating memories and a new winter tradition, click here to rent a projector from Projector123.com today.
December 6th, 2011
Are you confused about the differences between DLP and LCD rental projectors? In our ongoing series on technical questions and answers about projectors, we tackle this common query.
LCD
LCD is a commonly used term, though few people can easily recall what the acronym represents. LCD stands for “liquid crystal display,” a term used to indicate that the unit contains two transparent polarized panels, with a liquid solution between them. Light shines through the panels from behind, causing an image to appear. Polarized panels will only pass light waves in one plane, and the panels are positioned at a 90 degree angle to each other, which means light from one plane cannot pass through the other panel. But when electricity passes through the liquid crystals, individual pixels are switched on or off, to produce a specific image.
With regards to projectors, LCD projectors typically send light through a prism from a metal halide lamp that separates the light into colors (green, red and blue). The video signal is essentially split by color, and the prism sorts the colors and projects the specified image.
LCD projectors are the most popular because they are lightweight and extremely portable. Typically, metal lamps are used for their ideal color temperature and ability to display a large amount of colors. Additionally, metal lamps can produce a vast amount of light in a small area, making them ideal for high-lumen outputs.
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DLP projectors generally feature brighter, more defined display outputs than LCD, but are certainly more costly. Many businesses and educational companies prefer DLP over LCD. With a DLP projector, white light is projected through an array of movable mirrors that control the intensity of each pixel of light as well as the color.
Although DLP projectors are more expensive, they hold a distinct advantage over LCD projectors with regards to maintenance. Projector maintenance and cleaning are required to keep each unit in good functioning order. Every interaction with a projector ultimately costs time and money; therefore, it is important to understand how often you will need to maintain your projector throughout its lifetime. DLP projectors can save a bundle on time and money since no filter is required, and DLP projectors features a lamp free design.
Of course, if you plan to avoid maintenance altogether, it makes sense to rent a projector instead of purchasing one. All projectors from Projector123.com are LCD projectors, as this is the most versatile and portable. To learn more about renting a projector, click here to visit Projector123.com.
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