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- Writing a Great Bio - by Submitted on May 24, 2012 from Kimberly GrassA bio can be used on your website, social networking profiles and many other online avenues. It’s there to let other people know more about you and what you are good at. It also tells people important information like what you do for a living. A bio does a very important job, and can help us ...
Views: 3 - Secondary Offerings of An Outsourced Inbound Customer Support Desk - by Submitted on May 17, 2012 from Elizay ShawnSummary: This article provides insight to the functions performed by an outsourced inbound customer support desk. Besides providing the primary service of customer support, the inbound support desk can also provide several secondary services. This article gives a detail of the salient services ...
Views: 10 - 5 Proven Strategies to Keep You From Being Held Hostage by Your Virtual Team - by Submitted on May 10, 2012 from Donna GunterI began working with a new client last week in my Automated Authority Marketing Program, and of course, I needed access to his various online services being managed by his virtual team. It's been over a week, and I'm still gathering all the info that I need to be able to access his accounts, ...
Views: 25 - Having A Virtual Assistant With A Digital Dictation Equipment - by Submitted on May 04, 2012 from Ioventures IncThe many advancements in technology through the years have helped a lot in peoples' lives. Living life has definitely been easier with the use of gadgets and tools created by technology. From the simplest of things to the complex and most complicated ones, technology has definitely touched ...
Views: 26 - Selecting The Right Outbound Telemarketing Services Provider - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2012 from Elizay ShawnThis article is concerned with providing information on selection of right outbound telemarketing services provider. The article gives a detail of why not to opt for an apparently cheap call center outsourcing service provider, in addition to giving an insight to why running a call center ...
Views: 32 - Signs that You’re with the Wrong Virtual Assistant - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2012 from Kristin FergusonVirtual administrative assistants are the next trusted secretary of the 21st Century, and you must be delighted about the summary of services they offer. True enough those online personal assistants you can find in various virtual assistant websites can adequately perform specific duties, but ...
Views: 34 - Virtual Office Assistant | Virtual Office Services – Yourwallstreetoffice - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2012 from Paul CharlesIn a recent interview on WNET’s Open Mind, New York Times journalist David Segal noted an alarming fact: Law firms just aren’t hiring as many new law school grads as they used to. Not too far in the recent past, big law firms used to act almost as finishing schools for young lawyers. With law ...
Views: 37 - What you Need to Know about Virtual Assistants - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2012 from Kristin FergusonBusinesses nowadays are pretty much dependent on the Internet, from marketing to client accommodation. Relying on traditional office assistants may not be very practical, as employee cost and your need for more outputs may not meet your standards anymore. As your business strive in an unstable ...
Views: 60 - Enjoy virtual life - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2012 from lamarwis neskiEveryone has two sets of life, first is real and second is virtual world. In your real life, you have many responsibilities; you have to complete projects, do household works, learn to live in a society, and have to behave in a decent manner with everybody. You have to see social etiquettes ...
Views: 67 - Why too many freebies and price drops don’t work - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2012 from Sarah CruickshankWe all like the odd bargain or freebie, but get too many from one place and you start to get suspicious about the quality of the product or service being touted. “Get a free e-book when you sign up to my newsletter”… This is a pretty standard thing, you’re asking people to sign up to your ...
Views: 65 - Why Running Your Business Alone Never Works - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2012 from Melanie Benson StrickI was coaching a client one day who was feeling rather overwhelmed with trying to launch her new idea. I invited her to start a process of writing down all of the responsibilities, projects, tasks and other “shoulds” that she had swimming around in her mind. When she called in for her next ...
Views: 76 - Send Fax Online and Save Paper - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2012 from Alex ChristopherAdopting greener practices isn’t always easy for small and home-based businesses. Recycled business cards, energy efficient equipment, and digital correspondence are the most common things small businesses are doing to minimize their carbon footprint. This often includes finding a service that ...
Views: 79 - Whichl Virtual Assistant is Great for You? - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2012 from Brand GoslingAs a business owner, you are aware how valuable time is. Regrettably, it looks as if you might never have enough time to accomplish exactly what you must. What you need is a VA who is going to deal with modest chores of which get so much of your time. There are plenty of different types of VAs, ...
Views: 54 - What is Virtual Assisting? - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2012 from Nancy HigginsVirtual assistants, also known as VAs, are among the fastest growing home-based professionals. Contrary to popular belief, virtual assisting is a highly skilled job and involves providing administrative, clerical, secretarial and other types of specialized support to businesses, executives, ...
Views: 65 - virtual office assistants - virtual office new York - YourWallStreetOffice - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2012 from Paul CharlesA few weeks ago, a special advertising section in The Wall Street Journal detailed the insurance issues for home-based businesses. The lowdown was that many of these businesses are unaware of — and unprepared for — the unique risks presented by working out of your home. When the economy ...
Views: 78 - Good Reasons How You Can Hire a Virtual Assistant - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2012 from Fred Higgins JrBrowsing for a virtual assistant or VA nowadays can just be a click away, but getting the best assistant for you requires just a little bit more than that. As business owners saw that any small business' workers will be able to finish their required work via the net, without showing up in a ...
Views: 65 - Help! I Can't Afford Help! - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from Holly MatsonIn today's business climate, many people are choosing to become self-employed. Self-employment can take many forms, but for those who choose to leave Corporate America to become holistic practitioners, the idea of committing to an entirely new career in their field can be intimidating. I ...
Views: 87 - Hire A Virtual Assistant and Get Back An Extra 3 Hours Per Day At Least! - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2012 from Grainne FoleyIt’s scary to think how much time we spend on email through any given day; we make a plan to check email several times per day – 9am, 12pm, 3pm and 6pm before we close up. However if we’re being really honest, we check it a lot more than that, it’s as though we’re expecting the next great thing ...
Views: 136 - Safe Use Of An Electronic Data Room Or Deal Rooms - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2012 from Andrew CooperA data room can offer the ability for several people to work together and share files that have to be secure for various reasons. Rooms like this are also known as deal rooms. Information such as things for investment information or company audits as well as legal documents can be securely ...
Views: 133 - Curing Shiny Object Syndrome: Clarifying the Outcomes - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2012 from Denise GriffittsDistractions are everywhere and for professionals who have “Shiny Object Syndrome” (SOS) the world is a dangerous place. Slick, pervasive marketing campaigns attract even the most educated and otherwise disciplined executives to chase the next best thing. This segment of the market buys into ...
Views: 43 - What A Virtual Assistant Is and What They Are not! - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2012 from Grainne FoleyAlthough Virtual Assistants have been around a long time, I think many people are still confused about what a Virtual Assistant is and what they do exactly. What is a Virtual Assistant exactly? I think the confusion stems from the word ‘Assistant’, people associate that with the old ...
Views: 179 - Portable Appliance Testing – It's Better To Be Safe Than Sorry - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2012 from Carl LiverNot all businesses need to carry out PAT testing as a legal requirement and with the recession lasting far longer than any of us would have hoped for, some business owners may be considering not undertaking portable appliance testing in 2012 in order to cut costs and save money. However it ...
Views: 61 - Periodic Inspection & Testing FAQ - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2012 from Carl Liver1. What is a periodic inspection? A periodic inspection is a regular inspection on the condition of an existing electrical system. The periodic inspection aims to identify any faults or deficiencies within the system which pose either an immediate risk or one which could potentially develop. A ...
Views: 44 - Cut price PAT testing could mean corners are cut too! - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2012 from Carl LiverWith the financial crisis having more sequels than Pirates of the Caribbean, it's no wonder that many companies are shopping around in order to find the best price possible for many of the products and services they require. This could be anything from printer paper to insurance to portable ...
Views: 82 - 4 Ways A Virtual Assistant Subcontractor Can Help You With Your Business - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2012 from Carol EignerDo you have that project sitting on your desk that you keep putting off because it isn’t one of your preferred tasks or do you have a limited amount of time and need to get something out quickly? Do you need some research work done and just can’t seem to find the time? Would you just like to ...
Views: 80 - Importance of Follow Up - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2011 from Lyn Prowse-BishopGetting clients is a big issue for small business owners – how to keep them is probably the next most common question I receive! But when it comes to getting clients one thing you can’t go past is follow up! It never ceases to amaze me the number of small business owners who do not follow up ...
Views: 81 - Tis the Season for Scams - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2011 from Lyn Prowse-BishopThe Silly Season is upon us but that doesn’t mean you have to be silly. The ACCC is warning that at this time of year scammers prey on people’s generosity and vulnerability. Their SCAMwatch site has revealed their “12 Scams of Christmas” which include scams around holiday accommodation, flight ...
Views: 131 - Discover the new marketing Era With Atlanta SEO Company Vayu Media - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2011 from Dean AndersonVayu Media is one of the Atlanta SEO companies that do modern and highly professional search engine optimization work for clients. It is all about the specific approach to each individual case. Vayu Media is an Atlanta SEO company, and we offer a wide range of services to our clients. When ...
Views: 82 - Affordable Virtual Assistant Services With Offshore Virtual Assistant - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2011 from Ekta JainIn today's world, it is crucial for businesses to function as profitable as possible. In today's competitive market, every business owner want to spend a few extra hands to keep their business on these inserts, and now maximum entrepreneurs and leaders working with a virtual assistant services ...
Views: 105 - A Virtual Assistant is Like an Airline Ticket Agent... - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2011 from Lisa WellsWhen you walk up to an airline ticket agent, she doesn't tell you where you want to go, you have to tell her. She doesn't know your travel plans, you do. She doesn't know your expectations, your hopes, your dreams, you do. In recent years, more and more people are making use of virtual ...
Views: 95 - A Virtual Receptionist can Help Providers Integrate Health Information Technology into Their Business System - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2011 from Nancy HardyHealthcare providers make up a large percentage of the U.S. health care delivery system. This division also carries the greatest costs — hospitals and other providers continue to incur an increase in expenses, especially when it comes to the organization and management of patient information. ...
Views: 96 - Keep Your Clients on Top of Their Game - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2011 from Tracey D'AvieroDo you regularly step back and look at your business to be sure it's running the way it's supposed to? If you do, that's a good thing. It's important to look for gaps or inconsistencies in your service offerings for your clients. One of the things you should look at is whether you are ...
Views: 86 - Why Joint Venture? - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2011 from Tracey D'AvieroJoint ventures are projects that two or more people undertake to achieve a certain goal. Working with someone else on a project, whether large or small, can really benefit both of you in a variety of ways. Consider these three options. 1. Free Teleclass - you can schedule a free ...
Views: 204 - Visual Storyboarding: Big Lessons From a Little Proposal - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Milly Sonneman“Let’s have a visual storyboarder capture our team meeting.” Sounds like a great idea, right? Wrong. Some folks will get up in arms about making the investment. Curious how to respond? Planning big events often starts with requests and proposals. Committees review proposals to make smart ...
Views: 177 - Advantages of Virtual Receptionist Services are the Ideal Business Solution - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2011 from Nancy HardyIf you manage a growing business, you are aware that success starts with proper organization. Especially in industries based on heavy client interaction, collecting, classifying, and filing information is crucial. However, managing this data on your own is unrealistic and hiring in-house ...
Views: 185 - Strategies for a Thriving Business - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2011 from Tracey D'AvieroDo you strategize in every area of your business? Only some areas? (or should I even ask - any??) Many virtual professionals I know have gone through that phase where they just put one foot in front of the other and hope that things go well. The problem with that is that if you don't have ...
Views: 94 - How Does Your Marketing Calendar Look? - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2011 from Tracey D'AvieroI love to sit down and plan things in my marketing calendar. First, it really helps me to get a clear vision of what I have coming up. Second, it gets me excited about how I can expand and grow my business. And last but certainly not least, it makes me accountable to do the things I say ...
Views: 180 - Not All Transcriptionists are Alike - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Lyn Prowse-BishopOne of the most frequent enquiries I receive in my practice is for transcription services - digital, microtape, standard tape - not just from potential clients but from new VAs wanting to ‘get in on’ what seems to be a burgeoning niche in the Virtual Assistant industry. So, here are a few tips ...
Views: 113 - What's Your Specialty? - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2011 from Tracey D'AvieroWhat is so special about your business? Have you narrowed it down yet? As you build your business, you will realize that being very specific about what it is you are best at, is an essential part of your success. Many VAs start out as generalists, providing various administrative services ...
Views: 96 - How to Effectively Communicate with Your VA - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2011 from Grainne FoleyCommunication is the key to a successful relationship with your VA. Done right, it can become a powerful working relationship, done wrong, it can end in devastation. This is why it’s very important to invest some extra time at the start of the relationship to ensure its success. The first ...
Views: 649 - Are You Using The Power Of Visual Maps? - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Milly SonnemanAny problem or issue can be made clearer with a picture. But if you aren’t feeling creative or visually fluent, it helps to know how to be effective. Find out the 6 secrets for visual impact right now. One of the most familiar pictures is an outline, such as a map of the United States. By ...
Views: 257(3 votes) - Presentation Skills Training For Global Collaboration - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Milly SonnemanIn today’s quickly changing market, more and more work is done virtually and collaboratively. Tools constantly change. But core skills guarantee success. Are your skills up to par? Anytime, anywhere. Virtual collaboration is the way of the future. It’s the secret to unlock tremendous ...
Views: 157 - Go Green In Presentation Skills Training - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Milly SonnemanWe are now living in a world where environmental consciousness is a growing concern. ‘Going green’ is a top priority for savvy consumers and entrepreneurs. Find out how to choose green when choosing professional presentation skills training. With more focus on environmental safety, it’s ...
Views: 140 - Vancouver Video Production Company – For Various Kinds of Videos - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from exl filmsVideos can be made by anyone but the kind of footages developed by professionals will be found of more quality than normal footages. Video production companies are known to come with experienced professionals along with standard quality based equipment to support quality video production. As ...
Views: 130 - Social Networking: Tips in Etiquette - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2011 from Tracey D'AvieroWorking virtually means that we don't see people face to face every day. We know that we need to perfect the skill of social networking in order to expand our audience and, well, our network. But it takes skills in order to be able to do this effectively. We can't just walk into a virtual ...
Views: 121 - iPad App Developers Can be Hired Under Different Schemes - by Submitted on May 04, 2012 from David AldrichAfter the invention of Apple’s tablet computers which are commonly known as iPad, most of the tech industries are thriving on the developmental work on these devices. The software sectors have undertaken different steps and have extended their services. They are no more restricted to providing ...
Views: 239 - Procedures and Boundaries Help You Build Great Client Relationships - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2011 from Tracey D'AvieroEstablishing procedures for how and when you work will give your clients a clear understanding of your availability. Procedures help you set boundaries for your clients to follow, and also give them information about how to communicate with you. Here are some tips on how to set up effective work ...
Views: 128 - Dreams To Experience To Become Reality - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2011 from Debbi DachingerI enjoy doing different types of exercise and like to experience different forms. This year I did yoga which was on my list of things to try. Well, okay. I’ve done yoga lots of times before but it’s been a while and I really had to commit to make this one a reality and ended up finding a great ...
Views: 148 - iPad Application Developer Makes Your iPad More Useful For You - by Submitted on May 04, 2012 from David AldrichiPad is Apple's range of tablet computers which primarily serves as a platform for audio-visual media which include music, movies, web content, games, books and other such applications. The operating system of the iPad is iOS and apart from running its own applications, this device is also ...
Views: 247 - How Quickly Can You Get This Done? - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2011 from Tracey D'AvieroMany Virtual Assistants go through phases of overwhelm in their business. Anyone who owns a small business realizes that there are ebbs and flows of business, and there are also ebbs and flows of overwhelm as a result of that. If you have ever had a client call you with a project and ...
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