In speaking to various people or reading articles online, it's easy to understand why some have the perception that they need a lot of hours of regular work to be done to have a Virtual Assistant looking after them. In fact, that's not true at all. While many VAs do have packages where you can buy 5, 10 or more hours a month of work to be done, not all have that system in place. Many do ad-hoc work, others simply bill at the end of the month. One of my longest-term clients started off with … [Read more...]
Clients Using VAs Part 9
In another of this series, here is an interview I did some months ago with Wendy Moore. Please tell my readers a bit about who you are and what you do. With over 14 years experience in the IT industry, I understood the amazing potential available to women in business who knew how to use the internet. What astounded me was the absolute lack of knowledge amongst fellow business women about the internet. Basic fundamentals were just not understood by women and so many were missing golden … [Read more...]
Has anyone worked with a Virtual Assistant? Part 8
Another in our series of VA client interviews. This time we're delighted to have Camille Valvo of Professional Speaking with us. Camille's VA is a member of the "A Clayton's Secretary" team. Please tell my readers a bit about who you are and what you do. I am unique event insurance as a professional MC, corporate facilitator and speaking coach. I eliminate stress for event organizers as their ‘professional up front’ and for speakers who need a little or a lot of help delivering their … [Read more...]
Has anyone worked with a Virtual Assistant? part 7
Another in our Client Case Studies, Linda has our own Terence Kierans from WA supporting her. I feel it a real privilege that these clients are willing to share their stories about using Virtual Assistant services to support their businesses. It is my hope as you read through these stories that you can see how VAs can assist you if in business, or if you are a VA, the type of services you could provide to develop a successful VA practice. My name is Linda Simmon and I am a certified … [Read more...]
Has anyone worked with a Virtual Assistant? part 6
This week Lisa Beavan (VA) introduces her client Jenny Vulcan of The Service Spirit. Please tell my readers a bit about who you are and what you do. The Service Spirit is focussed on inspiring people to embrace a fresh approach with their customers and employees through Leadership and Team Development programs. When did you realise you needed admin support for your business? Since starting my business I have always had some administration support What type of support did you originally … [Read more...]
Has anyone worked with a Virtual Assistant? Part 5
This week we have Hilary Henshaw, who is one of my clients but also serviced by a member of my team. Please tell my readers a bit about who you are and what you do. I am a professional singer and speaker. When did you realise you needed admin support for your business? When I was travelling and needed a virtual secretary to take messages etc and when I was developing product and needed to source various people such as desk top publishers. I also needed help with redesigning my website and … [Read more...]
Has anyone worked with a Virtual Assistant? Part 4
This is the 4th in our series of client interviews. And today we hear from Greg Burrus of New Jersey, about his Virtual Assistant, and one of my team members, who is based in Portugal. Please tell my readers a bit about who you are and what you do. My business www.TechOSS.com helps small business owners, retail establishments, solo entrepreneurs, writers, coaches and even celebrity chefs succeed through the use of internet communications technology. I provide blog and website development, … [Read more...]
Has anyone worked with a Virtual Assistant? Part 3
Part 3 in our Client Case Study Series. Melisssa Khalinsky is supported by one of my Virtual Assistant team members, Kylie. Melissa is in Victoria, Australia and Kylie in New South Wales, Australia. Q. Please tell my readers a bit about who you are and what you do. I am Melissa Khalinsky, founder of Business Mums Network. We provide support, information and resources for Mums starting and running a business. Q. When did you realise you needed admin support for your business? There have … [Read more...]
Has anyone worked with a Virtual Assistant? Part 2
Our next interview is between Terence Kierans of Cyberspace Virtual Services in Western Australia and his client Judy Vorfield of Judy Vorfield's Office Support Services in Arizona. Q. Please tell my readers a bit about who you are and what you do. I’m Judy Vorfeld, independent contractor who specializes in Web development, copyediting, and presentation for (mostly) small businesses. I also do small business consulting and some photography. Q.When did you realise you needed admin … [Read more...]
