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Trust Agents by Chris Brogan and Julien Smith

Mar 15, 2010 3:49am

http://www.virtualassistantforums.com/images/bookcovers/trustagents.jpg Many business professionals are seeking new ways to connect with their target market because they realize the traditional marketing techniques are not as effective. Consumers......

Resume Writer Certification

Mar 14, 2010 2:05pm

I would love to offer this service to clients, but I am thinking I need some kind of credential behind my name. I have done a Google search, but I am now even more confused than before. Can anyone give me the lowdown on this area? Where to go for......

Question Deprecated Code List?

Mar 14, 2010 10:07am

Is there a way to get a list of all deprecated code? Thanks!...

Resource Did you know you can get a host for all your software?

Mar 13, 2010 6:10pm

A fully-integrated software and management information system for your virtual business over the Internet? No geographical restrictions. "Hosted software provides users with the access to their data anywhere they can get an internet connection......

Do I have to create a "business" or can I just be a freelancer/self contractor?

Mar 13, 2010 11:07am

I'm completely new to this and learning, but can't I just offer my services and then file my taxes as an individual using my social security #?:confused:...

New to the Forum

Mar 13, 2010 10:20am

Good afternoon all. I am new to the forum and new with my own business. I have been consulting for the past 7 years for one client in addition to my FT job. Trying to take this to the next level. I look forward to...

Hello from a Newbie in NYC.

Mar 13, 2010 9:47am

I'm just starting out with VA's and am trying to learn as much as I can. I'll be having a baby in 3 months and want to be able to have a successful work-at-home business, so I'm trying to get set up beforehand. Any advice or tips would be greatly......

Post your websites here :)

Mar 13, 2010 5:41am

I am looking for inspiration and ideas to get my business online and looking spiffy :)...

Do you really need certification?

Mar 13, 2010 5:37am

Just curious if this is something I really need to pursue as I am just starting out in the industry. Any insight would be helpful :)...

Hello from Stone Mountain, GA

Mar 13, 2010 4:42am

My name is Betty and I'm new to the VA work force. I have been working customer service from home since 2004 and a part time Office manager. I 'm looking forward to sharing information with this group. The "Smart Choice Virtual Services"...

Question Starting an inexpensive website - where to start?

Mar 12, 2010 5:24pm

Hello, I'm trying to find the least expensive, yet professional way to start my website. I do still need to come up with a company name, but as far as hosting, web design (which, I MAY be able to do on my own), listing with search engines,......

Check out the new Instant Messenger feature at Virtual Assistant Forums!

Mar 12, 2010 4:40pm

We've added a new Instant Messenger [IM] feature to VAF to allow you to communicate and share files more easily with contacts in your VAF network :think: *A few quick bits of info and tips about the IM feature:* *-- You can use the IM feature......

Understanding Non-Email Communicators - Your Virtual Wizard Blog

Mar 12, 2010 11:50am

Lately, I have had to practice a bit more open-mindedness when using email to communicate with non-email users. These are folks who are experts in their own industries but do not use email as a major means to communicate. In my virtual......

Free Stuff If you have Comcast as your ISP

Mar 12, 2010 9:25am

I use Comcast, they sent me an email telling me they will backup my data (2 GB only). This may work for certain files due to the limited storage. Here is the email and link below: http://security.comcast.net/backup/?cid=NET_33_305 Image:......

To Payroll or not to payroll?

Mar 12, 2010 9:16am

I'm an aspiring bookkeeper with a corporate accounting background so I'm in the process of learning Quick Books and getting my ProAdvisor Certification. My question is this: Do you offer payroll services? If so, why? and If not, why not?......

Meet-ups in Europe

Mar 12, 2010 8:38am

Does anyone know of any meet-ups in The Netherlands area? I'm willing to travel to Germany/Belgium within reason as well. Would love to join in and meet a few people in person....

Normal (not virtual) mail - DHL Fedex etc

Mar 12, 2010 8:08am

I wasn't sure where to post this exactly. I can imagine that for some clients who will be in different countries (UK, when I'm in Spain) I would also take care of their normal mail, especially for some who will be travelling a lot. Does anyone......

Linkedin or FB

Mar 12, 2010 7:58am

Linkedin or Facebook or both? I've seen lots of comments re FB on this Forum but not much said about Linkedin. I've always thought of FB as more of a keeping in touch with friends and putting photos on etc and Linkedin as more of a business......

Digital Dictation/Minute Taking

Mar 12, 2010 7:03am

Hi Guys, I have a client who has asked about digital dictation/digital minute taking. Can anyone advise me on how I would go about doing this and what programs/softwear we would need please? Many thanks, Maxine...

Article Ten Plus Ways to Help You Get Paid

Mar 12, 2010 6:34am

This article is from Freelance folder :think: http://freelancefolder.com/ten-plus-ways-to-help-you-get-paid/...

Question Would you pay commission?

Mar 11, 2010 12:13pm

A couple weeks ago I attended a local networking seminar. The speaker was a nice lady who speaks about attitudes and positive reinforcement, that kind of thing, I know she speaks all over the country. We talked after the meeting and she said she was......

Good workbooks?

Mar 11, 2010 11:59am

I am studying for my CPB and am looking for a good workbook or site with extra exercises for bookkeepers. I have some experience with bookkeeping (but only for a specific employer) and am looking to be able to offer bookkeeping to a wider range of......

Standard Cassette Machine

Mar 11, 2010 11:47am

Hello, all! Most of my clients are digital, but I have a few that still use cassettes, both micro and standard. If any of you are transcribing from cassette tapes, what machine do you use for your STANDARD cassettes? I have Panasonic machines for......