March 24th, 2009 by Ian Kleine

The economics of California holds a direct influence on the monetary system of the United States of America, due to the fact that the state pays more than as to the benefits it receives from monetary funds and benefits.

There are at least four major economic regions surrounding California. Hollywood, whose movies and projects cost and create a lot of money. California Central Valley, responsible for agriculture and the produce that supplies the state and its surrounding neighbors. Silicon Valley, which deals with the production, creation and development of computer hardware and electronic devices. And the wineries of California, particularly Napa Valley, Sonoma Valley and others.

By 2002, these regions were divided and more were added to the classification system. Among these were: Trade, Transportation and Utilities, Government, Professional and Business Service Providers, Education and Health, Leisure and Hospitality, Manufacturing, Financial Services, Construction, Information, Internet Business and Marketing and Agriculture.

The state also draws a lot of its income from tourism and international trade; after all, California IS the ‘melting pot’ of cultures in the United States. The tourism department makes at least an annual income of 134 billion dollars; with one third of that only coming from exports. The 96 billion something dollars left comes from revenue from direct traveling in to California.

California also competes with the other states in terms of agricultural produce. This includes the production of wines, cheese, dairy products, fruits and vegetables. California has been known to lead in the dairy category, with milk being the number one farming commodity, and has generated jobs and employment for at least 400,000 people across the state.

Digging for oil, so called liquid-gold, has also been under development. So far, rich strikes have been made near the Californian Coasts, Long Beach and Los Angeles. Oil drilling is not something new, it has actually supported the state over the years, now only making an appearance due to reduced and cheaper costs in drilling for oil around these areas.

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March 4th, 2009 by Ian Kleine

Have you asked yourself this inquiry?

Or probably the question did not cross your mind. Ever. After all, selling stuff might be a boring job right? You might have heard nightmare stories by salesmen all around, so selling isn’t probably a good thing to do these days. Well of course, then we have the economic recession so you might want to change your mind.

But what about if the product in concern is YOUR product? Perhaps a simple woodcraft, a pretty painting, a knitted scarf or a mitten? Nevertheless, it is your product. You made it. Do you have any plans on telling the world that “Hey! I made something nice! Want to buy it?”

One defining quality that most players in this field would need is confidence. Confidence in themselves, confidence in their work, and confidence radiating from their aura. Nobody would want to buy something from someone who isn’t even sure of themselves. But that confidence must not be empty. There should be substance in that confidence.

Another thing to consider would be the enthusiasm to actually SHARE whatever you plan to sell. People will always be interested, and as the product’s proprietor, it’s your job to inform them, satiate their curiosity and whet their appetite for what you’re selling. Your work is not to only sell but entertain as well.

You would also have to be sociable, able to comprehend everything that’s happening around your area, while talking to people, minding your wares and answering everything that needs answering. And probably minding that kid who might damage something.

But heck, it’s only for one day or a week. Might as well give your best shot right?

The work is something like a hodgepodge figure for a salesman, storekeeper, psychologist and a councilor. The overall pay might not cover for it, but I’m sure the mental satisfaction would be enough.

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