Social networking is a trend which has really exploded in the last year. In addition to business-oriented sites like LinkedIn, micro-blogging tools like Twitter, and one-size-fits-all sites like Facebook and Plaxo, there are lots of new sites dedicated to specific industries or other special interest groups. For many of us, it’s [...]
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Monthly Archives: October 2008
Just Jan on Monday Morning
Instead of a regular post today, I have several unrelated things to share:
Work-Life Balance Survey – For those of you who missed last week’s post on The Importance of R&R, I’ve posted a link to my survey at the top right side of this screen. There are only two questions, so [...]
Invitation to Network in Oakville
The Golden Horseshoe Virtual Assistants Group is holding our first ever Special Evening Event on Thursday, November 20, and we’ve decided to open it up to small business owners outside the VA industry, so you are invited!
It’s being held at Paradiso Restaurant in Oakville. I’ve eaten there before, and believe me, [...]
Top 10 "Top 10 Lists" for Small Business
It seems that everyone loves Top 10 lists, so since it’s Small Business Week, I’ve compiled a list of lists – there’s bound to be one that deals with a topic you’re currently thinking about!
If you’re thinking of starting a new business, check out The Top 10…
Home Franchises for 2008 from [...]
Introducing Mind over Clutter
A couple of years ago, I contacted the Halton-Peel Chapter of Professional Organizers in Canada for some assistance with a large organizing project that had come my way. One of the members who stepped forward to help was Julie Stobbe, who had recently started her organizing business. I was impressed with [...]
What is an Internet Marketing Virtual Assistant?
Since announcing Scott’s certification as an Internet Marketing Virtual Assistant, quite a few new and existing clients have contacted us to find out how working with an IMVA can benefit them.
Like virtual assistants in general, IMVAs offer a wide range of services, depending on the specific interests and abilities of the individual [...]
The Importance of R&R
With today’s busy lives, it can be challenging to find time for hobbies or other recreational pursuits.
For most people, weekdays are for work, and weekday evenings are filled with scheduled activities such as night school, volunteer work, children’s sports, and so on, meaning that the weekend is the only time available [...]
WordPress.com vs. WordPress.org
So you’ve decided to start a blog! Get ready to join the millions who have chosen this method of promoting their business, showcasing their expertise, sharing their opinions, or keeping friends and family up to date. There are a number of blogging platforms available, but the most popular by far are Blogger and WordPress. For [...]
Hamilton Organization Empowers Local Entrepreneurs to Escape Poverty
It is a sad fact that 1 in 5 residents in my chosen city are living at, or below, the poverty line. There are many individuals who are able to work but unable to find employment for various reasons. Self-employment could be an option for some, but although they may have the [...]
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