On Your Mark-Get Set-Go!!!
You’re ready-You’ve finally got it-The top of the line computer with all the bells and whistles. It walks, it talks, it connects at the speed of sound, and has everything you’d ever need, plus some, but will it make you money? Absolutely!!! And we’re going to show you how!
There are numerous ways to utilize your computer for a home-based business. The key is finding the right one for you. First you need to consider your skills and expertise and most importantly, what you enjoy doing. Remember, it’s a combination of the three that makes for a winning business.
Those with good secretarial and Internet skills might want to consider word processing, whereas those with a flair for figures might prefer accounting or bookkeeping. For those who live on the web and love a good hunt, how about Internet researching. Then there’s always resume consulting, real estate transaction coordinators, etc. The possibilities are limitless and with the growth of the Internet, and the advancement in technology today, it just keeps getting better and better!
And now the really GOOD NEWS! These can all be tied into one business -- one industry that is growing at an unbelievable rate -- that can encompass all of these specialties, the VIRTUAL ASSISTANT INDUSTRY. Naturally you don't need to do all these specialties, but with no limitations, you can work worldwide for clients doing any of these.
This industry is regularly featured in the media in such well-known publications as Time Magazine and CNN News, to name just a few. Virtual Assistant businesses are also listed in many of the latest home-based business books and magazines in the top one or two of the top 10 home-based businesses to start.
What is a Virtual Assistant? Virtual Assistants provide service from a home office to anywhere in the world using their high-speed access, e-mails, fax machines as well as many web-based applications. They handle word processing, event planning, real estate transactions, legal briefs, medical transcription, Internet research, event planning, and so much more. The virtual revolution has truly begun and businesses are taking full advantage of the expertise of these professionals.
Corporate professionals, doctors, attorneys, etc., are realizing that they can rely on these professional VAs to keep their businesses running smoothly and often better than before because of their advanced training and knowledge. Lawyers are practicing law. CEOs are handling business and growing their business with the new technology we are showing them and realtors -- they are out their selling homes!! Everyone is happy.
How do you start a business? Here's just a few pointers!
Once you decide on starting a business, the first thing you’ll want to do is to write everything down. All your thoughts and dreams and how you plan to achieve them. Decide on the hours you want to work, the price you want to charge, the marketing you plan to implement, the equipment and supplies required, and your goals and visions for your business. This is your plan for success. This is essential. Too many leave this vital step out and then don’t have a clear focus for their business.
Then research and read everything you can on starting your business. Find out how the pros have done it and gain from their experience. Look to the Internet. Find message boards and chats that relate to the area that you want to go into. Often times these are managed by people who have been in business for years, the real pros, and are willing to share their experience. Not only will you gain their expertise, but also that of those who frequent the boards. These will be others who are starting a business, or who are succeeding in business, and willing to share their knowledge with you.
Do a search on the Internet for Virtual Assistant Businesses and associations. Find the common denominators. What associations do most belong to? What services do most offer? This is just research, but it will help in providing you ideas for what you want to do with your business. Look to their links page and check out their links. This is especially true for those organizational websites. Again, write down all your findings. Don't copy!!! You don't want to have what everyone else has. But this helps provide you with valuable information on the benefits of what a virtual assistant is and what a virtual assistant can do.
Sign up for newsletters! The knowledge is tremendous and the motivation well worth it!
Get additional training if necessary. Once you decide what you want to do, then find out exactly what other skills you will need to make it possible. Hire a coach or mentor. We do offer coaching at www.virtualwordpublishing.com.
With all your knowledge that you have now, and it all written down in your plan, you’re ready to take the next steps in starting a business, your business. Your dream! Enjoy and remember nothing is impossible as long as you give it your all.
As the Virtual Assisting Industry continues to grow, start your business now. It’s easy to do, destined for success, and enjoyable to operate! Now that’s my kind of business!
Diana Ennen
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Diana Ennen, Author: Virtual Assistant - The Series, Become a Highly Successful Sought After VA and New Workbook, Corel, Word Perfect Virtual Assistant Solution Pack, Words From Home: How To Start a Home-Based Word Processing Business, www.virtualwordpublishing.com, diana@virtualwordpublishing.com. (E-mail me for a free 20-page booklet on getting started.)
You’re ready-You’ve finally got it-The top of the line computer with all the bells and whistles. It walks, it talks, it connects at the speed of sound, and has everything you’d ever need, plus some, but will it make you money? Absolutely!!! And we’re going to show you how!
There are numerous ways to utilize your computer for a home-based business. The key is finding the right one for you. First you need to consider your skills and expertise and most importantly, what you enjoy doing. Remember, it’s a combination of the three that makes for a winning business.
Those with good secretarial and Internet skills might want to consider word processing, whereas those with a flair for figures might prefer accounting or bookkeeping. For those who live on the web and love a good hunt, how about Internet researching. Then there’s always resume consulting, real estate transaction coordinators, etc. The possibilities are limitless and with the growth of the Internet, and the advancement in technology today, it just keeps getting better and better!
And now the really GOOD NEWS! These can all be tied into one business -- one industry that is growing at an unbelievable rate -- that can encompass all of these specialties, the VIRTUAL ASSISTANT INDUSTRY. Naturally you don't need to do all these specialties, but with no limitations, you can work worldwide for clients doing any of these.
This industry is regularly featured in the media in such well-known publications as Time Magazine and CNN News, to name just a few. Virtual Assistant businesses are also listed in many of the latest home-based business books and magazines in the top one or two of the top 10 home-based businesses to start.
What is a Virtual Assistant? Virtual Assistants provide service from a home office to anywhere in the world using their high-speed access, e-mails, fax machines as well as many web-based applications. They handle word processing, event planning, real estate transactions, legal briefs, medical transcription, Internet research, event planning, and so much more. The virtual revolution has truly begun and businesses are taking full advantage of the expertise of these professionals.
Corporate professionals, doctors, attorneys, etc., are realizing that they can rely on these professional VAs to keep their businesses running smoothly and often better than before because of their advanced training and knowledge. Lawyers are practicing law. CEOs are handling business and growing their business with the new technology we are showing them and realtors -- they are out their selling homes!! Everyone is happy.
How do you start a business? Here's just a few pointers!
Once you decide on starting a business, the first thing you’ll want to do is to write everything down. All your thoughts and dreams and how you plan to achieve them. Decide on the hours you want to work, the price you want to charge, the marketing you plan to implement, the equipment and supplies required, and your goals and visions for your business. This is your plan for success. This is essential. Too many leave this vital step out and then don’t have a clear focus for their business.
Then research and read everything you can on starting your business. Find out how the pros have done it and gain from their experience. Look to the Internet. Find message boards and chats that relate to the area that you want to go into. Often times these are managed by people who have been in business for years, the real pros, and are willing to share their experience. Not only will you gain their expertise, but also that of those who frequent the boards. These will be others who are starting a business, or who are succeeding in business, and willing to share their knowledge with you.
Do a search on the Internet for Virtual Assistant Businesses and associations. Find the common denominators. What associations do most belong to? What services do most offer? This is just research, but it will help in providing you ideas for what you want to do with your business. Look to their links page and check out their links. This is especially true for those organizational websites. Again, write down all your findings. Don't copy!!! You don't want to have what everyone else has. But this helps provide you with valuable information on the benefits of what a virtual assistant is and what a virtual assistant can do.
Sign up for newsletters! The knowledge is tremendous and the motivation well worth it!
Get additional training if necessary. Once you decide what you want to do, then find out exactly what other skills you will need to make it possible. Hire a coach or mentor. We do offer coaching at www.virtualwordpublishing.com.
With all your knowledge that you have now, and it all written down in your plan, you’re ready to take the next steps in starting a business, your business. Your dream! Enjoy and remember nothing is impossible as long as you give it your all.
As the Virtual Assisting Industry continues to grow, start your business now. It’s easy to do, destined for success, and enjoyable to operate! Now that’s my kind of business!
Diana Ennen
*****************
Diana Ennen, Author: Virtual Assistant - The Series, Become a Highly Successful Sought After VA and New Workbook, Corel, Word Perfect Virtual Assistant Solution Pack, Words From Home: How To Start a Home-Based Word Processing Business, www.virtualwordpublishing.com, diana@virtualwordpublishing.com. (E-mail me for a free 20-page booklet on getting started.)
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