At the start of every year, most of us make resolutions or have thoughts about making some changes to our lives. From telling ourselves that we need to lose weight or eat healthier, to quitting smoking or any other life-changing task, we all wish we could profess these wishes and then actually stick to them.
Website Theft
Part 1 of 3 – What exactly is Copyright? (Please note that some of the information included in this article has been quoted from various locations while other information is simply my personal opinion and you will probably feel my passion in my words.) The hot topic on many business related email discussion lists for
Choosing the Right Website Designer
You’ve made up your mind. You want to have a website to represent your business. The next decision to be made . . . who should you hire to develop your site?
Keep Your Website Up-To-Date
In almost every business publication there are articles telling us how, as a small business, we need to have a website. This is very true! The Internet is where most people go to find a product or service that they are interested in or may have heard about. And, if your business is capable of
Networking is Like Playing the Piano
For anyone who has ever read articles I have written or asked me for helpful tips for getting their business up and going, you know that I truly believe that networking is one of the most important aspects to building a successful business. The spoken word has an awesome power for any entrepreneur.
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..
7 Ways to Profit from the Social Media Boom in 2009
CVAC and the Webinar Committee are pleased to have Craig Cannings of VAClassroom.com speak about Seven Ways to Profit from the Social Media Boom in 2009.
Mark your calendars, Tuesday March 10th at 1:00 pm EST. » Read more..
Blogging Webinar
CVAC and the Webinar Committee are pleased to have Heather Antoine, SEO/SEM Professional, of Cluster Internet Marketing, http://www.clusterinternet/ marketing.This will be a continuation of her lessons in Blogging.
Mark your calendars, Thursday February 5th at 1:00 pm EST.
Attendees are accepted on a first come basis, please register early, seating is limited. Cost $15 for members, $20 for non-members.
Please follow the link below to register: http://cvac.ca/teleclasses.php
Heather will be covering the following topics:
1. What is WordPress?
2. Quick look at WordPress Features/Plugins
3. Should you install WordPress to your website or create an account at WordPress?
4. How do you plan on using WordPress?
5. Taking a look at the administrator WordPress panel/dashboard
6. Working with Presentation & Themes
7. Writing your first blog post
8. How to educate yourself on the rest – Read, read, read!
We are looking forward to a most informative session.
You can also purchase the archived recordings if you can’t make it to the live event.
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.
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..
