Hi,

When naming my business I used "Online" because I wanted prospective clients to know that I could service their needs virtually. I only didn't use "virtual" as I found that there were so many businesses with this in their business name that it made it harder for me to choose a name that I liked, made sense and passed on this message. I also figured that because I really do want to focus on working solely from home, I didn't want clients to get the impression that I would be available on-site all the time.

I guess it really does depend on what services you are offering and if you are solely 'virtual' or if you are on-site as well.

Then again, if you look at some business names (e.g. 'A Clayton's Secretary') this doesn't have any reference to being virtual and Kathie has had a successful business for 14+ years (look at the meaning of her business name on her website, its very interesting).

Anyway, hope this helped. Maybe look at the thread - how did you name your business and read how others came up with their business names.

Good luck.
Debra

For me, it wasn't that important. I tried to be a little more subtle and hoped people would catch it with Speed-E-Skills. It's a little play on words, I guess, but I like it.

Originally Posted by Speed-E-Skills

Speed-E-Skills. It's a little play on words, I guess, but I like it.

I like it too T! Very clever.

Deb

It was so great to read all of these thoughts. I am trying to get my business off the ground and one of my most difficult taks seems to be choosing a name.

I am so glad I read this post. I have been working all week worrying about the virtual word. Thanks to everyone and all the information

I chose not to put virtual in my business name. Essentially because my target clientele might be put off by online-online interactions. My market is the construction industry and I plan to stay mostly locally. I will probably be doing a lot of picking-up/dropping-off. I also want to offer office set-up, which would def. be on-site.

My business name sometimes confuses people - J2J Creative. But I explain to them that we offer creative solutions to their needs. We also use virtual in our tag line, but many people here in Seattle don't understand what a VA is. I have been educating many.

I kind of wish I did. However, I want to add elements to my business later on that are not virtual. I want to start consulting of administrative staff locally, training them to reach the executive level. I'm www.administrativepartners.net and just purchased www.virtualadministrativepartners.com

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My business name is December M. Raynes and my tag line on my website reads Your Virtual Assistant. My business cards read December M. Raynes with a tag line of Business Solutions Manager.

I guess it depends on what you'd like it to read and how it sounds. Remember - say it out loud. I figure for a website putting "Virtual" in the tag line is fine since its online. Best of luck to you!

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I think it is six of one type issue. As long as you give your clear business vision and network, people will know what service you are providing. I agree with the others that some of us are not strictly virtual. I was talking to a prospect today and when I told him I was a virtual assistant he said "And what exactly is that"

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