My husband belongs to the community group Twitter, and there was an email group with a lead on it. I looked up the client's website, and it was definitely legit and professional. I had all of the qualifications she needed, so I just emailed her my resume and cover letter in a formal email. She emailed me back within a few days. She told me initially it would be a few hours a week (4 to start out with anyways), but we are working on a special project right now. I have about 16 hours this week. :cool: She has been so positive and warm. I really like her a lot.
Of course, I got another lead this week and start for him next week and a transcription job as well. I also have another transcription job possibility (might have to turn that one down) and a research position that was my first virtual job. Unfortunately, I don't think I have as much time for it now and will have to tell the client. I don't have enough hours in the day right now.
One thing I love about this is the feedback. When I was a paralegal at large firm, it came to a point where I felt cut off from society. I was just researching and typing all day/night long. I love doing research, but the fact was that it just became a cold position. I'm so outgoing that it started to stifle and depress me. I am not seeing that at all with these jobs. It has reminded me why I love assisting people in the first place.
How did you get your very first client?
Re: How did you get your very first client?
It's weird to have people say oh, I know you can do this, and you've never done it before. lol Still, I must be doing something right to get that kind of reaction. I hope it continues to be this way. :cool:
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