Originally Posted by nottsf

Thanks for posting this. I just started my business a few weeks ago and while I may have a client coming on in July, and I have generated some interest, as of this moment I am clientless and getting a little down on myself. After reading your post I am reminded that it takes time and I am reminded to keep working at it. Thank you sooo much

I'm starting to think that getting down on yourself is a natural progression. I think we all want instant success.. We're going to drive ourselves crazy.

Yeah, when waiting for a steady workload you can lose confidence in yourself and your business. But you have to just keep moving forward and remember that being successful can take 1 week or 1 year.

Hang in there. Yahoo News had a "top 10 list" this morning of work at home careers. Virtual Assistant was #10!

Exposure can only help!

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Mary Lou Locke
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Great Article Thank you so much

Diana, thanks for the great tips.

Monique, Newbie

I just read over this again and it's great to see so much feedback and support being offered! Many thanks again to Diana for posting this!

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Doreen R. Patrick, MVA, ACS, CIVA
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Thanks very much for this information, it is very useful.

About to lose hope. Thank God for this post! Oh, and you too, Diana!

Wow, Diana! Thank you for this

DianeG

I've read everywhere the standard pricing starts at 25 but I don't know if that would be too high for my area.

Great List. I just printed it. Will need it to refer to. Thanks, Pattyben

I just read this list this morning and it's a great way for goal-oriented people like myself to get organized enough to figure out how to get started. My problem is that I have so many skills that I can offer clients, am always learning more and can't seem to pin-point one specific industry to target as suggested in the first item on this list. Any suggestions?

Thanks, I always refer back to your response. Great information.

Thanks, Diana, for the list & the easy-to-print format - it's going to be the first in my new notebook of VA resources!

Originally Posted by Office Goddess

...I would add to your "join associations that are targeted to our industry" to also join professional associations that complement the services we provide. For instance, as a secretary I am a member of IAAP (International Association of Administrative Professionals) and as a bookkeeper I am a member of AIPB (American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers). I am also certified through IAAP and am working on my certification through AIPB. These certifications are for my own personal growth, not to impress clients.

Hey, good idea - I've heard of IAAP but did not join while I was "other-employed". I'm also looking into Paralegal associations, and I think our local Bar Association has resources for the non-lawyer, legal professional.

Okay, got a couple more things on the "check this out" list before launch date!

Thanks again -

juliana

I am currently researching professional organizations. I think membership shows clients that you are committed to continuing your education in the field. I always maintain memberships in such organizations in my prior professional life, so I plan to do so in the business world as well.

Andrea