Archive for Business – Virtual Assistance

The Emergence of the Internet Marketing Virtual Assistant

CVAC and the Webinar Committee are pleased to have Craig Cannings of VAClassroom.com speak about The Emergence of the Internet Marketing Virtual Assistant.

This is an incredible opportunity for you to get more insight and understanding from a leader of the field! » 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..

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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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..

Common Question: Is this business viable?

Starting any small business is, for lack of a better term, a challenge. You can’t just jump into it without plenty of thought and research. Running your business is a never-ending roller coaster of good days and bad; ups and downs; rewards and failures; all from which we learn. » Read more..