In this age of e-mail, handwritten notes can make a big impact. Think about it: when was the last time you received a handwritten note? vLetter is a company that will reproduce your own handwriting as a font that you can use on your computer. This allows you to use the speed of typing to create a handwritten look. The company offers several products. For $150, vLetter Pro will create your own handwriting and signature into a font that allows … [Read more...]
“Click-to-Call” Provides Instant Connectivity to Qualified Leads
VimoLive Click-to-Call is a new service that immediately connects insurance brokers to consumers in their area who are seeking health insurance. Millions of visitors currently access Vimo for health insurance comparison shopping information, and now have the option to click a button and talk to an insurance broker in their geographical area, free and instantaneously. Many people prefer talking to a live human being when it’s convenient for … [Read more...]
Make Bank Deposits Over the Web
Due to the federal Check 21 law, banks are beginning to allow businesses to make their daily deposits using the Web. The latest bank to begin offering this service is InsurBanc. Their new Virtual Deposit Delivery system allows you to electronically submit checks for deposit utilizing a high performance scanner and a PC with an Internet connection at your local office without having to go to the bank. The benefits include saving time and money by … [Read more...]
Google With Your Voice
As part of Google’s ongoing effort to make the world's information universally accessible, they have created and are testing a free service called Google Voice Local Search. The service allows you to use any phone to search for a business listing. Simply call 800-GOOG-411 (800-466-4411) and speak your search phrase. You can search for a specific business name or for a category. For example, you could just say “pizza” — and you’ll get … [Read more...]
Keep Track of Who’s Off
Effectively managing human resources is one area where many agencies struggle. As a case in point, it can be a hassle to keep track of employee vacation and sick time. In small agencies, the agency owner typically tracks vacation and sick time — but most of the time, not very well. WhosOff.com is a free Web site that helps organizations of any size manage and track vacation schedules, holiday planning, and sick time. The program is … [Read more...]
Google Docs
Most people only use Microsoft Word. There are some occasions, however, when you might need a simple word processor to create a quick letter or make quick notes. Google has created a new package of services called Google Docs and Spreadsheets. Anyone can sign up for this service by registering at http://docs.google.com. With this service, you can create documents or worksheets online without installing software on a local machine. You can then … [Read more...]
Internet Postage
For quite some time I have wanted to use a postage meter but, because of the small volume of mail I send, could just not justify the monthly rental expense. I looked into using an Internet postage account but was put off by the monthly fee. When visiting an agency recently I went to a small (15 people) satellite location that used a solution which I ended up purchasing. Endicia DYMO Stamps allows you to print official U.S. Postal Service … [Read more...]
Google Custom Search
Google provides a quick and easy way to search for information on the Web. But that's also a problem. Searching the entire Web usually provides many more results than you want. Using a new service from Google, you can now customize what the Google search engine looks for. Google Custom Search allows you to specify specific Web sites to search. In order to use this free service, all you need is a Google account. Then, a wizard will step you … [Read more...]
