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Posted By: ts7
Posted On: Aug 27 2008, 04:34 PM |
Title: Virtual Godesses - How Did You Get Started?
Hello!
No stupid questions, right?
I'm ready to go with my VA business, but am getting cold feet because I feel as if I don't have enough knowledge about how this all works when I get my first client. Can anyone tell me how you got started?? 
Thank you to anyone who responds!
Tammy |
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Posted By: helenbousquet
Posted On: Aug 26 2008, 11:03 AM |
Title: Ok, need some serious feedback here
Hello Gals,
Its been a while and sorry about that. I wanted to get some good , honest feedback from you as to where my time would best be spent. This is in particular in regards to Odesk. You see, it was suggested to me that I sign up with them and in order to really be signed up with them you have to take their "readiness test". Ok fine, yet another test. What I want to know is if any of you have had real experience with them and are they worth it? I live in MOntreal and most of these virtual job postings (not only on Odesk) require that the virtual applicant be legally qualified to work in the US. If you work virtually, why does this matter? Anyhow, I was going to study their cheat sheet today and do their 1 hour test tonight but do I bother? Is it a waste of my time being Canadian? If so, do you have any other sites to suggest where my time would be better spent taking their tests?
Just asking and hoping for answers.
Thanks again all.
Helen. |
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Posted By: Elise08
Posted On: Aug 25 2008, 03:51 PM |
Title: VA Networking Logo
Hi All,
As a newbie who is getting their website organised I have a question regarding the logo. As a free member do I get to display the VA Networking Logo on my website under "Member Of"?
If so, where do I find this logo so that I can forward to my webdesigner.
Thanks
Elise |
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Posted By: Maria @ IECVA.COM
Posted On: Aug 25 2008, 03:41 PM |
Title: Portugal
I didn't know where else to post this...
I am looking for very reputable agencies that rent high end houses in Portugal near Lisbon (cascais or sintra). Any recommendations? I want a portuguese agency not a british or something like that.... it's for one of my clients' vacation next year and my reputation is on the line... I got to find something...
I looked online but it all seems very generic ...
Any advice would be helpful!
Thanks |
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Posted By: vcreed
Posted On: Aug 25 2008, 08:57 AM |
Title: client consultation
I have a meeting with a potential client this week.
She would like for me to help her figure out what I can do to help her.
She says that she knows she needs my help but isn't sure how or where.
Can anyone make suggestions on how I can help her figure this out?
Thanks!
Valerie
Virtual Creative Resources
www.virtualcreativeresources.com |
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Posted By: Rachel10
Posted On: Aug 25 2008, 06:29 AM |
Title: Hidden liability?
Hi everyone!
I got a request from a prospective client, and I was wondering if any of you have received similar requests. It may end up being a non-issue, but I thought I'd ask anyway!
This prospective client runs a small tech company and lives in another city (on the other side of the state), but he is looking to open an office in my city. The first step is setting up a PO Box in my town. His request was simple ... he'd like to contract with me to manage the pickup and forwarding the mail ("which won't be much," he says) to his primary office.
On the surface it certainly sounds easy enough since I go to the post office a few times a week already (and, to be honest, this would be one of the easier jobs I have on my plate!  ).
While it's easy enough to pick up mail, package it together, then forward it on at the end of the week, I'm wondering if there's a liability issue I need to consider?? Something I may want to attach as an "addendum" to my standard services contract to protect myself (since I'd have no idea what's passing through my office on its way to the client's main office)?
Rachel
Rescue Desk, LLC |
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Posted By: jenniferblankenship
Posted On: Aug 22 2008, 10:43 AM |
Title: A dose of confidence
Hi All - I have a hard time going to these types of things. In my current job, I went to tradeshows and was well liked for my mannerisms and not chasing customers or taking their ears off. I would let them come to me and answer the questions that they had. Now I know this is a little different. I have my business cards and can create a brochure fairly quickly and get it printed. I thought about trying to get something a little more visible but I just done have the time or money. I might be able to do a stand up verison of my name and logo on the table. Any other suggestions. Thank you all. I feel really blessed to have found this forum.
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If you are interested, contact me ASAP, as only one rep from each company will be allowed. You must send your $25 payment via Paypal to pinkdiva4u@q.com to secure your spot. This is your chance to showcase your business as well as meet & support WAHM's.
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Posted By: Rebekah Jones
Posted On: Aug 22 2008, 09:12 AM |
Title: New Client!
I'm not sure if this is the place to post this or not...moderators, please move if necessary!
I'm just so excited that I had to share. I mentioned Wed during the networking chat that I'd had a great client interview on Tuesday. Well, she emailed me and said that she wants us to start working together in Sept.! Yay! *does little happy dance*
Rebekah Jones
Real Estate Virtual Assistant and Business Trainer |
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Posted By: nymark
Posted On: Aug 22 2008, 06:17 AM |
Title: What is the best contact software?
| I basically use contacts for contact info and perhaps 10 customize fields (mainly keywords) with drop downs. I'd like to be able to share contact and customize displays and sort? I am currently using ACT - but it's slow. Is it worth cutomizing Outloook or is there another app out there? Thanks!!!! |
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Posted By: ultimate assistants
Posted On: Aug 21 2008, 04:58 PM |
Title: EchoSign?
Does anyone here have any experience using EchoSign? I would love to hear your thoughts on this.
Thanks!
Jeanette |
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