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Economic Stimulus Phase One – Technology To Grow Your Business

Why should you get a new phone system when the old one still works?

Because the right telecommunication technology can increase efficiency, improve customer service, create a competitive advantage and add to your bottom-line profits. (If you don't believe this - just attend our free technology seminar on November 13th and you'll see for yourself!)

Why is this the best time to get new telecom technology?

Because COMMWORLD, Toshiba, OneCoach and the U.S.A. are giving special incentives to act now before the end of the year.

If you've been waiting for the best time to upgrade your telecom system — the best time is now, before December 31, 2008! You need current technology to be competitive in the marketplace. We need to generate more business. The economy needs a push. It's a Win, Win, Win opportunity!

Act before the end of the year and you'll receive...

Free Phones

When you purchase or upgrade to a Toshiba Strata CIX telecom system by December 31, 2008, your business is eligible for up to 12 Free Phones. All phones are full-featured Speakerphones with Display. Choose between Digital or VoIP models to meet your business needs.

Big Tax Incentives Set To Expire On December 31, 2008

In 2008, small businesses that purchase less than $800,000 of capital assets can write-off the full purchase price of the equipment (up to $250,000). There is also a one-time bonus depreciation of 50%. Contact your tax advisor for details.

Free Hardback Copy of the New York Times Best Seller...

THE ANSWER
Grow Any Business, Achieve Financial Freedom, and Live an Extraordinary Life

Get your free copy of this important new book by John Assaraf (of The Secret) and Murray Smith, co-founders of OneCoach — the leader in small-business growth services.

"A brilliant formula for growing any business and living an extraordinary life — entrepreneurial wisdom embodied in a proactive, balanced approach to living. A must read."
– Stephen Covey, author of The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People

The Million-Dollar Business Makeover!

OneCoach is doing its part to kick-start the economy by giving away more than $1.3 million worth of cash, products, services, seminars and coaching to give serious entrepreneurs the best chance for success. The grand prizewinner will win $25,000 in cash and $50,000 worth of consulting from the OneCoach executive team. This contest runs though December 31, 2008. You'll be entered in the Million Dollar Business Makeover Contest when you purchase a new telecom system before the end of the year.

Partner Protection Plan Included Free!

Membership includes priority service, special discounts and much, much more.

Call COMMWORLD of Kansas City at 816-763-1100 today.

We'll perform a complementary assessment and then design the right technology solution for your business. The clock is ticking and December 31st will be here before you know it.

Call us now at 816-763-1100. Don't miss out on this special opportunity.

Economic Stimulus Phase 2 — Partner Protection Plan

Why should you protect your telecommunications equipment with a Partner Protection Plan when you haven't had problems in the past?

Because all equipment is susceptible to problems. A major failure can mean hundreds – even thousands of dollars for equipment and labor plus the inconvenience and possible lost business due to downtime.

The Partner Protection Plan includes the highest level of priority service and much more. Your membership entitles you to special discounts, on-going training, phone bill analysis and other extra benefits.

Here is what one client says about the Partner Protection Plan...

"The Partner Protection Plan has also been helpful to our organization... Your staff, through the PPP, assisted us in determining the cause of the error [on their phone bill] and solving it to our advantage... That monthly savings will offset the cost of continuing the PPP and the many benefits it offers to keep us in touch with our members."
– Kim Curtis
President of the Grandview Area Chamber of Commerce

Why is now the best time to enroll in a Partner Protection Plan?

Because you're locking in prices against future increases and we're giving our biggest incentives ever when you enroll by December 31, 2008.

3 Months Free

You only pay for 9 month's coverage and we'll give you 3 months free for a One-Year Partner Protection Plan membership. If you're already on a Plan, ask if your system qualifies for an extension.

OneCoach Business Growth Webinar

Is your business struggling in this recession-plagued economy? Want a faster, better, easier way to get from where you are to where to be?

Be our guest at the OneCoach Business Growth Webinar and learn the three things that every business owner must know to not only survive in this economy, but to thrive!

Normal tuition is $175, but you'll attend free when you enroll in a Partner Protection Plan by December 31st. This 2 ½-hour webinar is presented by 30-year marketing guru, Adrian Ulsh, Regional Director of OneCoach.

Here is what one client says about the Business Growth Webinar...

"As a result of the seminar, my confidence, combined with the differences in thinking, language and products led, within just a few days, to winning three large new customers. I recommend the seminar to everyone I meet."
– William S., Ph.D.

Call COMMWORLD of Kansas City at 816-763-1100 today.

Don't leave your communications system unprotected.

Economic Stimulus Phase 3 — Preparation For The Future

According to The Gartner Group, there will be more changes in technology over the next 5 years than there were in the last 50 years. Will your company be ready?

Join us for our next Technology Seminar "Are You Ready for an IP World?"

Thursday, November 13th from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM
The COMMWORLD Building
6200 Main Street
Grandview, MO 64030

You'll come away with a better understanding of the basics of VoIP (Voice Over Internet Protocol) — including what it is, what the benefits are and what challenges it can bring. See live demonstrations of technologies which can increase your profits, efficiencies and customer satisfaction.

Here is what other people are saying about this seminar

"I am amazed at the technology."

"Excellent opportunity to learn. Presenters were obviously knowledgeable"

"I was in awe the entire time..."

"The presentation was very professional and easy to understand."

Come and meet members of the COMMWORLD team and get the information you need to know in a comfortable, friendly atmosphere. For more information or to register to attend, please go to our website or call us at 816-763-1100.

Save the Date for the OneCoach Introduction Event

Thursday, November 20th

Please save the date for a special event to introduce OneCoach to the Kansas City area. OneCoach has already helped over 4,000 small business owners and professionals in 33 countries grow their businesses and live an extraordinary life! Come and see what it's all about.

Thursday, November 20, 2008
2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Sponsored by COMMWORLD of Kansas City
6200 Main Street
Grandview, Missouri 64030

Look for details coming soon!

"I was considering the possibility of leaving my medical practice. With the help of OneCoach, everything simply looks different. I discovered and pursued new revenue streams, new referral sources, and honed in on the parts of medicine that I truly love. Moreover, my first quarter net income is 347% of my first quarter income last year... Your products and services are the best investment in time and money I have ever made"
– Dr. Milan Moore
Orthopedic surgeon
(Another satisfied OneCoach client)

Daylight Savings Reminder

Time Change is Sunday, November 2nd.

It's also a good time to change batteries in smoke detectors and battery backups.

Its time to "fall back" again. The challenge is now we have to remember how to change the time on our clocks, DVD players and other electronic devices that might not do it automatically.

COMMWORLD will proactively make sure the time changes are correct on equipment covered by our Partner Protection and Current Technology Assurance Plans. You don't even need to call us. The service is included and we'll happily take care of it for you. Newer systems make the change automatically.

If you're business isn't a Plan member, you may wish to place a service order. Call one of our friendly Customer Service Reps at 816-763-1100 to place your request. There will be a charge for a Technician to make the change. If you have a voice mail system equipped with a monitor and keyboard, you may want to make the change yourself.

Safety Reminder

Don't forget to change the batteries in smoke detectors at home and in your office. It is also a good time to change batteries in any uninterruptible power supply (UPS) or battery backup system which protects and supports your phone system, voice mail or data equipment. We recommend changing the batteries every 3 years. Call us if you're due for new batteries to protect your telecom equipment.

Grandview Chamber of Commerce Event at COMMWORLD

Wednesday, November 5th - 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

The Grandview Chamber of Commerce "Morning Connections" will be sponsored by COMMWORLD of Kansas City and Toshiba Business Solutions. Join us for networking, breakfast and a brief overview of the latest Toshiba telecommunications and document imaging technology.

This free event will be at the COMMWORLD building located at 6200 Main Street, Grandview, MO 64030. Please call COMMWORLD at 816-763-1100 to RSVP.

Fun Phone Facts

Dr. Moses Greeley Parker (picture at right) was responsible for developing the use of telephone numbers. After graduation from Harvard Medical School, he enlisted in the Union Army to serve in the Civil War. After the war, he returned to his home in Lowell, Massachusetts and continued the practice of medicine. He was interested in progressive methods including the innovative idea of becoming a specialist. He studied and became a specialist of diseases of the eye and ear.

His fascination with innovation carried over into the fledgling telephone industry. He was a friend of Alexander Graham Bell. In 1878 when Bell first exhibited his crude version of the telephone apparatus, Dr. Parker was an interested observer. He quickly recognized the commercial value of the invention and shortly thereafter Parker built a telephone line from his home to his office about a half mile away. He became one of the largest investors in early telephone companies including the American Telephone Company and the New England Telephone Company.

Early telephone subscribers were called for by name, but as the size of exchanges grew, it became increasing challenging switchboard operators to remember the switchboard locations for all the different people. Dr. Parker feared that an epidemic in Lowell could affect its four operators and therefore could paralyze telephone service for more than 200 subscribers. He recommended the use of telephone numbers to make it easier for substitute operators to keep the system going if regular operators fell ill.

Despite this early innovation, most calls in the U.S. were connected through operators or "Central" into the early 20th century. Can anyone remember picking up the phone and saying, "Hello Central, get me Murray 549, please?"