Archive for Business – General

Christmas Gift Giving on a Budget

For many entrepreneurs, our clients are not only our source of income, some are also our friends. We appreciate them for far more than how much work we do for them. We should show our appreciation throughout the year to these valued people but especially during the holiday season.  » Read more..

Creative Christmas Cards – A Great Gift on a Limited Budget

Little Billie wants the latest Power Ranger. You know, the one that shoots lasers and turns into an “Incredible Hulk” kind of thing. And little Sarah, she wants the newest Barbie, the one that “all her friends have”. And then, of course, there’s your beloved spouse who thinks he will just die if he doesn’t get a new set of torque wrenches. » Read more..

Do you have questions about your VA business?

Take advantage of this fabulous opportunity to have your questions about your VA business answered.

CVAC is pleased to present Ask the Experts webinar series. The Canadian Virtual Assistant connection (CVAC ) is Canada’s foremost organization uniting Canadian Virtual Assistants and the world. We provide a venue for VAs to network, share knowledge and skills, plan events and obtain valuable support from other VAs in various stages of business development. » Read more..

Local Virtual Assistant Receives Entrepreneurial Recognition

Orangeville, ON – Janice Byer, owner of Docu-Type Administrative & Web Design Service in Orangeville, Ontario, announced today that she is the recipient of the VAccolade Business Entrepreneur Award. » Read more..

We’re Celebrating 10 Years! (and I want you to be a part of it)

I can’t believe that 10 years have gone by since I started this business. It has been quite a journey and I have loved (almost) every minute of it. » Read more..

Exactly What is International Virtual Assistants Day

Recently, someone asked what is International Virtual Assistants Day (IVAD) and why do we celebrate it. I thought it a great question and wanted to share a bit of history about the significance of IVAD and why it’s OUR special day. » Read more..

An Introduction to working with Virtual Assistants

The Virtual Assistant Industry is growing by leaps and bounds. Thousands of virtual assistants worldwide provide services ranging from Realtor® support, administrative operations management and transcription to Web site services, on and offline marketing and event planning. One reason for the growth in this exciting industry is the economy and the threat of recession. Another is because savvy business owners understand the value and advantages gained over their competition by working with dedicated, experienced, professional assistants focused on their business growth and development. Virtual assistants save entrepreneurs time, money and sanity, and allow them to concentrate on income-producing responsibilities that fuel their passion.
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Attend Online International Virtual Assistants Convention and Discover How to Take Advantage of New Technology Tools

Third annual OIVAC showcases communication and technology tools virtual assistants can use to enhance business and increase profits.

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You Are What You Communicate

Marketing is an integral part to any business. How you get the word out about your product or service can have a tremendous impact on the success of your business. Just throwing together a business card or brochure to hand out, or a quick website is not enough. You need a marketing strategy. » Read more..

Joining Industry Specific Organizations Has Many Benefits

Recently, while providing an up-and-coming Virtual Assistant (VA) and small business owner with some start-up information, she asked me a very interesting question, “Why do you and other VA’s join organizations?”

I guess I take for granted the reasons why I belong to several industry specific organizations. But, to those that are new to any industry, joining an organization made up of your competitors is a valid concern. » Read more..