I'm an administrative professional with about 10+ yrs of experience looking to get into the Virtual world...not sure what services I would offer....I'm thinking I'm more of a generalist vs a specialist. I'm currently working at an Executive Assistant, majority of my experience has been in the non profit industry. I can do Administrative/Executive assistant duties very well....but I don't really have a niche....it would be amazing if I could get paid just to READ or TYPE!!!!

My main career goal is Production Accounting which I would need flexibility to pursue that since it's in the film industry (majority of the work is contract so I'm bound for the freelance world). I am looking to build a VA business over the next 3-4yrs while I work full-time at my current job (continuing to work full-time would allow me to build up my savings).

Looking forward to networking, connecting, learning, growing, and most importantly helping & sharing with others!!!

Much success to everyone!! God Bless!!

Welcome and good luck!

I'm new here - but everyone has been so fantastic and welcoming!

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Ursula Kuba
www.virtual-angels.co.uk ; Twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/VirtualAngelsUK

Hello and welcome to the community!
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It sounds like you know exactly what you want to do - 'read and type' - I'd say, start manifesting that... brainstorm the types of services you could offer that would allow you to do just that. As a virtual assistant, you get to build your company philosophy, your services, and your clientele around what works for you - so turn that 'read and type' into something you'll love!

Obviously transcription is an option... But in terms of the 'reading' part of it - read what? What industries are you interested in? What types of clients need someone who reads? Perhaps editing/proofing?

Just some thoughts to get you started.
I think you'll find you're very much a specialist if you pinpoint what it is you *want* to be doing.

Good luck! See you on the boards

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welcome, although I have joined several weeks ago I still consider myself new but the site has so many good contributors and warm members which make it more "welcoming"...

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Marie 1971 - your personal assistant

thanks ladies for the responses!!!! :-)