Once in a while I’m asked to do something I’ve never done before. This probably happens to a lot of people, but I think it’s especially common with virtual assistants. Since, as an industry, we offer such a wide range of services, there are always going to be new software programs and online services, and…
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Monthly Archives: March 2009
Dreams and Goals
In a recent discussion with Alex Fayle at Someday Syndrome, we agreed that a dream is a somewhat vague idea of something you’d like to accomplish, whereas a goal is a specific commitment you make to help turn your dream into a reality. For Alex, the two are further distinguished by the “thrill factor.” As…
The Great Debate: Should you post your rates on your website?
One of my great colleagues from VAnetworking.com, Candy Beauchamp, has recently launched an informative website for virtual assistants, aspiring VAs and people who want to hire a VA. Visitors are encouraged to submit a question, which will be answered in a two-minute video clip. This week I had the opportunity to answer the question, “Should…
How TweetDeck saved me from Infomania
In the final post in last month’s series, Twitter Basics: Odds and Ends, I explained how I use TweetDeck as an organizing tool by sorting the people I follow into groups so I can easily keep track of those that interest me the most, and clear tweets I’ve already read or don’t wish to read….
Save the World while you Surf the Web
In addition to communicating with personal and business contacts, the internet has made it possible for us to support worthy causes without it costing us a cent. I’m sure most of us have at some time have clicked on The Hunger Site, The Breast Cancer Site, The Child Health Site, The Literacy Site, The Rain…
SPRING into Action!
It’s finally here: that long-awaited first day of spring! And although Mother Nature still might get the last laugh, at the moment the sun is shining and the air is full of promise. During the winter, because it’s much more comfortable to stay indoors where it’s warm, it’s too easy to become inactive, and this…
The Trouble with Email
When I was first introduced to email, I thought it was the coolest thing ever! What a great way to communicate with people anywhere and anytime, with no worries about long distance charges or whether the person was available at that moment! Of course, as more and more people started using it for more and…
How to Maximize Your Computer's Efficiency
There’s probably nothing more frustrating than sitting down to a busy day of work and having to wait for your computer to keep up with you. I’ve had days where I felt like chucking mine out the window because it was running so slowly. (Don’t worry; I’ve never given in to that urge!) Most of…
Learn How a Virtual Assistant Can Increase Your Productivity and Profits
When I started promoting myself as a virtual assistant in 2003, I had a lot of explaining to do! Many people would look at me with glazed eyes and nod politely or say, “You’re a what?” Since then, awareness of our industry has grown significantly, but there are still many people who don’t understand how…
Do You Know an Outstanding Virtual Assistant?
It’s time to submit your nominations for the two awards which will presented on International Virtual Assistants Day! Launched in 2006 by the Alliance for Virtual Businesses (A4VB), International Virtual Assistants Day (IVAD) is celebrated annually on the third Friday of May. The creed of this event is Dedication, Experience, Expertise and Determination to Succeed…