Do you have challenges with working out the punctuation in a transcription you're doing for a client? It's not always easy to know when you should be putting a semi-colon or a colon, a fullstop (period) or a comma and so on. I've heard the occasional person actually dictate when a fullstop should be used or comma, but not often. I guess if you're under 40 you might not have heard of the name Victor Borge but my husband and I were lying in bed this morning and something just got us thinking … [Read more...]
Archives for December 2011
The end of another year… almost
Those of my readers who mix in the social media circles or forums to which I belong will know I had an accident on 12th December. The rest of you probably don't. Rather than repeat it all here I encourage you to visit my photography blog to read all about it. Because, after all, I was out on a photowalk when it happened. And if you subscribe (email) to that blog before end 31st December, you will go into a draw for a free print - I draw a prize each month at my photography blog. The short … [Read more...]
Don’t stop!!!
It's a busy time of year isn't it? Here in Australia many businesses are winding down for the year with Christmas/New Year and Summer holidays just around the corner. And let's face it, if you've had a busy year with barely a break, the need for rest and relaxation is most important. I am taking time off too, with my husband, so we can enjoy our home, our surroundings, sleep in, go for drives and do some things around the house that we haven't yet had time to do. So, what is my title about? … [Read more...]
The year is almost over…
Don't let your chances to build a Virtual Assistant business for the new year pass! If you have been considering working from home but don't know how to get started, or perhaps you have started but feel you need a guiding hand, then my VATrainer course is exactly what you need! And at this time of year I like to give some Christmas cheer in the form of extra 'gifts' to help you on your way. Until 31 December 2011, I am offering a package deal – the 10 week training course AND membership of A … [Read more...]
Australian VA Conference is on again!
Well, it's going to be on again. The Australian VA Conference (AVAC) will take place in Melbourne on 4-5 May 2012. We decided on the date change to allow time for bookings to come in and hopefully some delegates from other countries as well. It's certainly open to all VAs to attend in person so if you're in New Zealand, Asia or other countries nearby, or perhaps in the northern hemisphere and you'd like to come and experience a Melbourne Autumn at the same time! The weather is usually lovely … [Read more...]