Constructive Criticism Please.

Will it be in both english and spanish?

I think it's a great idea! And I thought about how it would work in the D.R., after reading an article in the NYT about centers in South Korea, where kids learn English and take ACT/SAT preparation classes, with the hope to get to study in the U.S.

DR1 poster mountainannie may have some insight.

You should also post your qualifications, formal training, University degrees, previous teaching experience,etc.
That's VERY important here!
Cris Colon

Great idea! ACT/SAT prep classes are given by some institutions here in Santiago and in Santo Domingo.
Perhaps, you can contact the bilingual schools in your area and pull from that source for your clients/students. Good luck!

Here in Canada I own a marketing and communication company that specializes in digital media - primarily in the area of social media.

The best advise I can give is to deploy the cocktail party rule. Unless you are Mabeline you need to give and take. Think of the people visiting your Facebook as attending an event and you are the host. Offer your audience value through engaging and useful content. Focus on solving problems and being a solutionist and the solution may not always be your product or service.

Focusing on the sell will alienate many and leave you with limited followers. Start blogging. For example if you want to attract parents offer tips on helping children with homework etc... You also want folks not just to visit but to follow and share with likeminded people in their networks - this is why content is king.

10-4-1 rule is always best - in 1 month try to share 10 3rd party links, 4 blogs that solve problems and 1 blatant self promotion. Focus on sharing 3rd party links on sharing those of other local businesses and they will likely reciprocate and open you up to their networks.

Hope this helps.

zlj1 said:

Hello everyone,

I am developing a website and Facebook page for a center that I would like to start in Puerto Plata. I have never been the one to "sell" things to someone and so I am not sure what to say.
My center would basically be a central resource to learn life skills and English initially. I want to target heavy in these areas and then expand. Below is what I currently have posted on Facebook, please let me know if you were "sold" why or why not? Remember, there is a difference between constructive criticism and being condescending/disrespectful. Thanks in advance.

Do you want to learn English?
Do you know English but never get to use it as much as you would like? Let's talk today!
Does your child need help with homework?
Do you need help building a resume?
Thinking about attending an American University?
Need help studying for the ACT or SAT?
Looking for a Teacher/Tutor?
I followed up with my contact info and an incentive for booking early.

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I am also thinking about starting a "Web Business" ,about Sex Tourism in the DR, focusing on Sosua.
I'll use that,"10-4-1" idea.
"10 Prostitutes, 4, each Tourist"!
Thanks for the "BIG TIP"!
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CC if you do that you'll be a "persona non grata" in Boca Chica.
The chicas here also need your help and the "gringo's" money.

I didn't want to invade, "Your TURF"!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Besides, "jjewells" field of expertise is "SASUA"!!!!!!!

Why did I just have a feeling something like that was coming!!!

Criss Colon said:

I am also thinking about starting a "Web Business" ,about Sex Tourism in the DR, focusing on Sosua.
I'll use that,"10-4-1" idea.
"10 Prostitutes, 4, each Tourist"!
Thanks for the "BIG TIP"!
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cjewell said:

Why did I just have a feeling something like that was coming!!!

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Its ALIVE !!

The "Undead"!
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