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Expert Profile: Lena West
Lena West is the CEO and Chief Strategist of xynoMedia Technology , a New York-based firm that helps high-growth companies leverage the power of social media, blogs, podcasts and online communities.
Lena has answered 44 questions

Answers By Lena West


We rent and sell bridal gowns. We need business software that can keep track of rentals as well as the books.
Answered by Lena West   |   Posted in Finance & Accounting 20 days ago
I am looking for an inexpensive, simple shopping cart that will integrate smoothly with my website.
Answered by Lena West   |   Posted in Internet/E-Commerce 22 days ago
What internal changes might a company need to make when introducing an e-business?
Answered by Lena West   |   Posted in Internet/E-Commerce 23 days ago
How do we find the right person to manage the content, design and feel of our startup website?
Answered by Lena West   |   Posted in Internet/E-Commerce 34 days ago
How do I get paid for an online consulting business?
Answered by Lena West   |   Posted in Internet/E-Commerce 34 days ago
Is the website designing business over-saturated?
Answered by Lena West   |   Posted in Internet/E-Commerce 118 days ago
How can I create a website that can hold a high volume of video content?
Answered by Lena West   |   Posted in Internet/E-Commerce 137 days ago
How do I get my programmers in India to finish my project?
Answered by Lena West   |   Posted in Internet/E-Commerce 141 days ago
How can I get honest feedback on a new business that incorporates social networking?
Answered by Lena West   |   Posted in Business Opportunities 176 days ago
How do I run an eBay business from abroad?
Answered by Lena West   |   Posted in Internet/E-Commerce 194 days ago
How should I go about getting a website domain from someone who already has it?
Answered by Lena West   |   Posted in Internet/E-Commerce 194 days ago
I'd like to start a local Craigslist-type website--where should I start?
Answered by Lena West   |   Posted in Internet/E-Commerce 208 days ago
What is the best way to predict how much you will sell on the internet?
Answered by Lena West   |   Posted in Internet/E-Commerce 221 days ago
Where can I find information on what the value of the advertising space is on my website?
Answered by Lena West   |   Posted in Advertising & PR 246 days ago
How does a small business network with larger companies?
Answered by Lena West   |   Posted in Sales & Marketing 260 days ago
Where can I look for a CMO specializing in digital marketing and Web 2.0 ?
Answered by Lena West   |   Posted in Sales & Marketing 279 days ago
How profitable are websites that require paid memberships?
Answered by Lena West   |   Posted in Internet/E-Commerce 316 days ago
Should I offer free services at first?
Answered by Lena West   |   Posted in Internet/E-Commerce 320 days ago
How do I set up an email subscriber box on my home page?
Answered by Lena West   |   Posted in Sales & Marketing 323 days ago
Lena, what business area shows the most potential for growth?
Answered by Lena West   |   Posted in Starting Up 327 days ago
What websites will be the best at helping me build my e-commerce site?
Answered by Lena West   |   Posted in Internet/E-Commerce 335 days ago
How can I be sure I'm getting many bids for an item selling on eBay and not taking a loss?
Answered by Lena West   |   Posted in Internet/E-Commerce 335 days ago
How do I find the best and most cost-effective website development firms?
Answered by Lena West   |   Posted in Internet/E-Commerce 335 days ago
How long should it take for a web consulting company to create your website?
Answered by Lena West   |   Posted in Internet/E-Commerce 344 days ago
How do I decide what price to sell my work on eBay?
Answered by Lena West   |   Posted in Sales & Marketing 350 days ago


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