In the 1980s/90s my husband and I were active Amway distributors. By that I mean we didn't just sell the product, we brought people into the business, taught them how they can help others and how to build their own businesses. The personal and professional development in the distributor leg we were in was phenomenal and existed of many professionals, i.e. doctors, nurses, laywers, consultants and others. We were amongst people we related to well. But those who seemed to 'rise' up and above … [Read more...]
Archives for December 2008
Putting a timestamp on your business
A forum I belong to (non-VA) was discussing whether or not members pay attention to the timestamp on emails sent to them. What they were actually talking about is the fact that many people today send emails at all times of day and night and because of how instant emails are, tend to expect instant replies. But what does that do to the recipient, the service provider? Does that now mean they have to be available 24/7? I mentioned that I've had to make a ruling for myself with respect to the … [Read more...]
Will you be attending FoVA?
The Forum on Virtual Assistance will be held at Niagara Falls in Canada June 2009. This will be the second event run and it promises to be an exciting event for the industry with many well known VA leaders in attendance participating in discussions, running workshops and supporting the event. I'm excited to be one of those leaders who will be attending. My first visit to Canada! And I'll get to meet for the first time face-to-face so many names I know really well. Can't wait to see them … [Read more...]
A time for being aware
At this time of year of seasonal celebrations there are going to be a renewal of old hoaxes with new ones thrown in. Before forwarding on emails that request you to give to a worthy cause, pass on an email to help find a missing child, or open a Christmas card or other card without really being sure who is sending it to you, then it's worthwhile first checking sources like the ones listed below. Many emails, particularly the 'worthy causes' ones play upon the good natures and minds of those … [Read more...]