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Top Social Trends for 2012

Posted 12-22-2011 at 05:35 PM by TimeForLife

Social media is quickly becoming common place for small business owners to get their message broadcasted to a larger audience for a fraction of the cost of advertising. As we enter 2012, businesses are able to take advantage of many new trends that are emerging and will give business owners even more reason to dive into using social networking to grow their customer base.

Top Social Trends for 2012 include an increase in:

Branding: Social & Sponsorship
Social Gestures
Social Commerce
Social Search

What do you think will trend in 2012?

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Days in the Life of This VA.

Posted 02-25-2009 at 09:45 PM by TimeForLife

Upon brainstorming for this blog I had several flashes of imagery cross my mind. One of a “blissful day” or a “pull out my hair day”. Another was a unique story that told of my day tracked to the “T” and yet another was a diary of my day filled with all the information and resources that crossed my path in a day. Many more came and went, but nothing seemed to bloom into finger movement and progression on my screen. So upon my predicament and as a philosopher, I began to wander in thoughts....

.... She positioned herself at her desk as she strained for thought. She couldn’t help but notice the head bopping sound that started penetrating her speakers. Instantaneously her urge to pop out of her chair and do a little jiggle was to...

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Simplifying "Target Market" Definition

Posted 02-09-2009 at 06:30 PM by TimeForLife

People chatter about marketing to your intended customers base, but how often do they tell you how to identify such a group of people? A target market refers to a market segment at which your firm directs a marketing program. In essence people tend to be too broad in their definition of a “target market”. For example if the your company is to intrigue the large transportation market the first step is to identify the market segments (or subgroups) within the larger transportation market.

Are you looking for air travelers or boat passengers or something else? If you are targeting customer to fill a cruise line then it is essential to aim for the transportation market that share similar wants, preferences and product use behaviors....

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Five Minutes Today or Hours Tomorrow?

Posted 01-22-2009 at 12:45 PM by TimeForLife

I keep hearing people pronounce "5 minutes today, saves hours tomorrow". Being the skeptic I am, I decided to investigate the quote and put it to the test to find out how much truth there is to the proclamation. As a background, I am the type of person who gets very excited when introduced to new ideas or concepts then steps back and critiques all aspects of the situation. Good, bad, indifferent. Then I make an analysis and proceed to (what I believe to be) an educated decision. I do this because I am an idealist. That being said I have made a pledge to myself to fill each day with focus on my mind, body, soul and heart. So in the midst of my journey, here is what I learned:

Tasks I accomplished by committing 5 minutes...

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What is a VA anyhow?

Posted 01-09-2009 at 12:43 PM by TimeForLife

We are often approached by individuals asking us to clarify the meaning of a virtual assistant (VA). Here is how I define a VA. The term virtual assistant represents an industry of professional administrative experts. In other words, it is a class of professionals that have bound closely together to form an entire industry based on years of administrative knowledge, best practices and tools to make for the most efficient workspace.

These entrepreneurs have collaborated because they identify and acknowledge the opportunity for advanced practice based on pooling of resources for the purpose of strengthening a reliable concept. Virtual assistants typically have years of involvement and qualifications in their industry as well as...

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Intentions for 2009

Posted 12-30-2008 at 04:15 PM by TimeForLife

Last night I fished for answers in my mind on how I truly could gain welfare from a New Years Resolution. Keeping a resolution has ever been a problem form me simply because I have never fathomed the need to frame one. However, with a fresh year, a new business and a refreshing perspective on life in front of me I revealed a challenge to myself. Today as I read a blog post by Kelli Parisian, I was reminded of the difference between resolutions and solutions. This post lead me to the culmination of how I would integrate my personal demands for the new year into a "solution" rather than a "resolution". Therefore, I vow to devote one activity, event or piece of information each day to my mind, my body, my soul, and my heart....

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Tragic Blessings at Christmas

Posted 12-24-2008 at 11:49 AM by TimeForLife

On this eve of Christmas I laid in bed thinking about all the wonderful blessing I have around me, doing my best to block out the tragedies and losses endured over the past two years. I immediately stopped when I realized that without those horrific moments I don't think I would be reminiscing so meaningfully on the positive times I am now surrounded by.
Therefore, I choose in the coming year to turn the sadness into positive energy directed at creating my business and keeping myself moving forward, loving my family and friends and keeping an open mind and heart.
Those lost will be with me everyday. All the wonderful attributes they possessed will live on through me. Always loved and never forgotten.

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Christmas Spirit

Posted 12-22-2008 at 11:39 AM by TimeForLife

Every year when the holiday season comes knocking at our doors people tend to open their heart, minds and pocket books for family, friends and even strangers. A wonderful reminder of those we love and those less fortunate. This year seems different and has touched my heart in a different way. I approached the "give unto others" part of the season with a different foot forward. It is amazing to me that in the past I have spend thousands of dollars on gifts for people. I always take the time to put thought into my offerings, but this year I decided to make them from the heart. I cannot believe the difference in levels of appreciation I have received for creating my gifts instead of spending money at a retail store. Is it because of...

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Just Do It!

Posted 12-20-2008 at 12:32 PM by TimeForLife

Being new in the virtual assistant arena, many things have become clear to me as I meddle my way through the process of researching, writing, editing and creating my business from scratch. As I am sure many of you have encountered this or are in the process now, I would like to point out the biggest "ahha" moment I have had. Being a perfectionist is not always a good approach to building a business.
I have seen and heard several comments from VA's who recommend just getting started after a solid plan is in place. This is much easier said than done; nonetheless, true. Last week I was stressed about getting my website content perfectly written to my target audience; however, this week I have a new approach. Just get it done...

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