Archive for September, 2009

How To Increase Your Focus and Target Twitter Followers (Part 2)

Last week we discussed finding the right way to follow people; what types of information to post to keep followers engaged; and encouraged you NOT to spam your followers for fear of  being unfollowed. 

This week in Part Two, we’ll learn how to follow the right people and why using patience over the long-term will give you the best results for your business.  

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Wednesday, September 30th, 2009

Coaching Program Expanded to Part-Time and New Virtual Assistants

Are you considering a Virtual Assistance practice?  Have you established your small business, doing it part-time or been around for two years or less?  Looking to expand your knowledge about how to own and operate a successful Virtual Assistance practice, but not ready for one-on-one support?  Maybe you’ve been in business for many years and could benefit from new ideas, resources, and support!

Consider our NEW Virtual Assistance Coaching… Continue reading the rest of this article...

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Thursday, September 24th, 2009

How to Increase Your Focus & Target Twitter Followers (Part 1)

As I’ve continued to grow my media marketing options, it has become evident that ‘following’ everyone is not the best tactic to use when using Twitter as a business marketing tool.  While it will require a bit of patience and a well thought-out strategy, it can be easily accomplished. Twitter is popular for businesses because of the no-cost, no-frills way it’s designed. 

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Wednesday, September 23rd, 2009

IVAA Online Summit – $100 Headset Drawing for Early Birds

The IVAA Online Summit committee has been working hard behind the scenes creating an incredible line-up of session topics, expert speakers, and an AWESOME keynote speaker who will help us create, “Your Link to Success”.

The committee has decided to entice you to take advantage of our Early Bird pricing available to IVAA Members Only with an exciting drawing for a Logitech Clear Channel Wireless USB Headset – a… Continue reading the rest of this article...

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Monday, September 21st, 2009

Hard Work Doesn’t Mean Hard Time

Over the years I’ve seen a paradigm building in the Virtual Assistance industry.  Many VAs have marketed themselves to provide 24/7 support to clients and it’s transitioned into an expectation. Even though many of us have shouted our business hours from the rooftops, the expectation has already been set.

Virtual Assistants are expected to be available at the client’s beck and call.  Don’t get me wrong, I would be… Continue reading the rest of this article...

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Tuesday, September 15th, 2009

What’s a Brand Got to Do With It?

One of the things I enjoy most about having my own business is the freedom to choose who I’ll do business with.  Not that I’ve always enjoyed that luxury, but my business is at a point where I can be a bit picky about who I decide to partner with.

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Tuesday, September 8th, 2009