During my time at Sage Insights, this time in Washington DC, I always have the pleasure of sitting down with Executives who are directly responsible for the ACT Database Software.

But this time, I’m taking you with me, well….sorta.

I have some questions for them about the product, future direction, and a bunch of things that affect not only my business, but the businesses of the many subscribers, customers, and clients I support.

As a subscriber through my ACT! Software Review site, or one who has retained me as your ACT! Certified Consultant, or simply a visitor to this blog, I would like to invite you to submit your questions below.

It doesn’t matter if you are a single user, or 5, 10, 15, 25, or 100+ user environment. Scroll down and submit your questions now so I can get you in the door. And perhaps I’ll get to ask one of your questions while I’m in DC.

Regards,
Travis

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It’s here, tax day in the USA. As I stated in he above video, I had a little surprise this year. I have never owed taxes before, but things are different this year (thanks to a record-breaking 2007).
For anyone who purchases the ACT! software from my site before 12pm EST April 16th they will be entitled to the following bonuses:

3 LIVE-REPLAY Interviews with thought leaders in sales and marketing and
3 ACT! software training videos:

LIVE-REPLAY Interview #1 with Tim Templeton: Author of several business books including, “Referral of a Lifetime”: (A Ken Blanchard series Book): In this 1 hour call, “People. Processes. Relationships. Results” Tim shares the Principle of Relationship long with 6 Business Building Processes that Guarantee Results. His hourly consulting fee is over $500/hr, and is well worth it. MP3 + Call Transcripts ($147 Value)

LIVE-REPLAY Interview #2 with Laura Posey: “Six Secrets of Sales Magnets” I grill Laura on her *Secrets*. The audio is a little shakey, but the content is excellent, MP3s. It just may cause you to rethink your approach to sales and your career. ($97 Value)

LIVE-REPLAY Interview #3 with “The Connector” Larry Benet: What do Larry King, Richard Branson, Harvey Mackay, and Mark Victor Hansen and self made billionaire Bill Bartmann have in common? They all personally have a relationship with “The Connector”. The topic: “10 Secrets for Doubling Your Business in Less Than 12 Months”. Buckle in, as we cover a lot on this call, Larry gave some great content
which may transform how you interact with others in the business community, and give you insight how a pro gets access to high profile professionals. MP3 + Call Transcripts ($147 Value)

Online Video Tutorial 1: “ACT 2008 “From the Trenches” Installation Best Practices” ($47 Value)
Online Video Tutorial 2: “Transforming Data into Information” Making the most of the Dashboard in ACT 2008 ($47 Value)
Online Video Tutorial 3: “ACT! 2008 Customers Top Questions” Exclusive Video Training where I field top questions on this latest version, ACT! 2008. ($197 Value)

*Extra Bonus* for those purchasing 5 or more licenses:
30 Minute Personal Phone Consultation (coaching) to get you pointed in the right direction with the software.

NOTE: I just wrote the check, stamped and sealed he envelope, and put it this morning.

How to get this package:
1.) Purchase your software through this online ACT Software Store between 12pm April 15, and 12pm April 16th.
2.) Register for your bonus by opening a support ticket at
http://www.TravisHelpDesk.com. Fill in the required fields and designate the following items
Subject: Tax Day 2008 bonus
Category: Bonuses

Then paste a copy of your email purchase reciept in the message section. Fill in the security verification, and then click “Submit Ticket”
3.) Wait patiently for a personal reply from me through the help desk. I should get back to you within 24 hours.

That’s it! hope you have a great April 15th, and a prosperous 2008!

Regards,
Travis
PS: Do you commonly wait to the last day to pay
your tax bill? Feel free to post your comments below.

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2007 was my first full year back in the state of Ohio (BTW, we love it here!).  I grew up here and pretty much knew what to expect.  At least, until I heard from my CPA. Ehem…

Turns out, as a result of a record breaking 2007, I owe the state of Ohio *bigtime* (Federal wasn’t so bad, go figure…).  I sat down with this unexpected tax bill, knowing I had to come up with a plan…

So, I’m working on putting the final touches on my *Tax Day 2008 Special*.

If you have been putting off upgrading to ACT! 2008, well this is a deal you’ll want to check out.  I can’t share all the details (because I’m still finalizing them), but it is similar to a package I put together a while back which sold out in 13 minutes…

I’m going to include a special bonus package for anyone purchasing ACT! 2008 on my site.  BUT don’t buy it today!  This special will start tomorrow, and available to any who purchase only within a 24 hour period.  I will post a video update tomorrow with all the details. 

What about you, have you ever received an unexpected tax bill…this year, or ever?  Feel free to share your experience below.

Regards, 
Travis

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