I am taking a Microsoft Publisher class online through the local community college. We posted getting to know you's in the class forum, and a lady taking the class with me has her own VA business and she gave me this website address.
I have been interested in doing this for so long, but haven't quite had the nerve to start doing anything about it. This forum from what I have read so far is such a great motivator. There are days when I feel competent to do this then there are days when I don't, mostly due to the fact of being a single mom and in need of that weekly paycheck. I am an Office Manager, I have my Associated degree in Accounting and a Certificate in Travel and Tourism. I am addicted to Genealogy and love Photography.
I look forward to reading and learning more about this business and getting started finally.
You will find a tremendous amount of support here. One of the biggest obstacles we all face, or have faced, is believing in ourselves.
Take your time and learn everything you can.
You'll know when you are ready to make the "big jump".
Be sure to ask any questions as we all love to help.
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Hi Michelle,
I have no doubt that if you can make a success out of being a single mom (and balancing your work life as well) you can make a smashing success of a virtual assistance practice!
Good to know you're already finding posts on the site that motivate you - you'll also find lots of information that will help you with the start up process. And of course if you have any questions or comments you should always feel free to jump right in.
I've been a single Mom but have been doing well - it takes time and certainly we wouldn't be rich overnight with loads of clients - but with time and patience, you will have decent flow of clients.
You CAN do it. Single or not - anything in the world is possible. All you have to do is dream, believe and go for it.
It's great that someone referred you to the site and you decided to join. You will love the interaction, information and support that you can get from the forum.
We have VAs of many different concentrations and levels of business development on the site, from newbies to veterans. You appreciate the diversity of advice that yon will get.
Be sure to read through the post and jump in with any questions that you have on the site.
See you around!
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You do have a full plate, but if you're determined to do this then you will succeed.
You seem to have a lot of great skills to bring to your business. As for needing that weekly paycheck. There are a great number of VA's on the forum who start out working as a VA as well as their other job and then are able to quit their J.O.B.
Regards,
Deirdre
Originally Posted by mlw86
I am Michelle Whitt from Ohio...single mom of 3.
I am taking a Microsoft Publisher class online through the local community college. We posted getting to know you's in the class forum, and a lady taking the class with me has her own VA business and she gave me this website address.
I have been interested in doing this for so long, but haven't quite had the nerve to start doing anything about it. This forum from what I have read so far is such a great motivator. There are days when I feel competent to do this then there are days when I don't, mostly due to the fact of being a single mom and in need of that weekly paycheck. I am an Office Manager, I have my Associated degree in Accounting and a Certificate in Travel and Tourism. I am addicted to Genealogy and love Photography.
I look forward to reading and learning more about this business and getting started finally.
Thanks to everyone for the encouragement and replys. I will be reading every single thread in here. I know I barely scratched the surface, but with that so far it has been enlightening and encouraging...i will definately be taking it slowly for sure.
Hi Michelle! I am from Ohio too. What part you are in? Maybe we can get together some day for lunch or something.
Dayton/Cincinnati area...
Currently I live in West Chester, but my BF live in the Dayton area, which I am originally from (Kettering), so I plan to move here as soon as I can. I was hoping this summer, but it may be a little longer than that.
It's only about a 40 min drive to his house and most of my family is here.
Hello from Ohio
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