Monica asked: >>Does anyone know of a local marketing consultant that would be able to help our small home-based business? We are very small and have been attempting some marketing on our own, but are looking to talk to an expert. Any ideas / referrals would be appreciated.<< Monica, I'm the author of numerous books on marketing, and you can get some free ideas and how-to's from my web site, www.yudkin.com/marketing.htm. My book 6 Steps to Free Publicity might be helpful to you, and it's in many area libraries. Shel Horowitz is also a local marketing pro with an international reputation. His web site is www.frugalmarketing.com. Good luck, Marcia Yudkin + + + + + Want fresh advice and powerful ideas on positioning, pricing, developing multiple revenue streams and growing your business? Register now for the Marketing for More seminar March 19-20, 2005 in Northampton, Massachusetts. More info: http://www.marketingformore.com/seminars.htm