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#8 (**permalink**) 02-20-2008

I've also been looking at this site. At first I was thinking it would be a good way to get my feet wet but am now wondering if it would be better to just dive in head first....?

#9 (**permalink**) 02-20-2008

As with any of these things I feel it's good to know how existing members feel.

Is there a testimonials page?
Are you able to contact others to ask them about their experience?
Do they have a forum where members can chat to one another and learn from one another?

Most of the VA networks do but these other sites tend to be more farming sites for picking up paying customers (prospective VAs) but give little back for their fees.

There are genuine VA networks where membership fees are required but they always have a list of what you get for your fees, and it isn't being introduced to jobs that could be old or one-offs. And there are always contact details for those who are running the networks.

So it's good to do your homework and check up on these - the great thing about coming to a forum like this one!

#10 (**permalink**) 01-30-2009

I was just in their website, and noticed that in order to do any work through them you have to download PCnow software which is a free trial for one month and then they charge about $11 per month.

I'm glad that you posted your question in these forums because as soon as I saw that I would have to subscribe to something that deducts money from my checking account, I right away exited the site. I knew I could count on VAF contributors to give me the answer I need, and you've done it once again. Thank you!

Rosa

#11 (**permalink**) 02-22-2009

I would not go to them. Why? They just do not pass the scratch and sniff test. The website looks bad in two separate browsers. I also would agree - I never feel all that comfortable if there is not an "about us" to let me know where they are located.

Look at it this way. This could be a VA's first start. People will know of that VA after that -- and they will associate the VA with a place that does not seem to care about a good web presence, at minimum. That does not sound like a good idea to me, anyway.

There HAS to be another company that is more professional. Come on - if you all have such fabulous looking websites for *one* VA? Why can't they do that for their "staff" of hundreds of VA's?

Good idea, but keep looking.

Lesley

#12 (**permalink**) 02-22-2009

I became a member of VOT years ago, have applied for jobs, and nothing. I thought I read somewhere that even tho there is no fee to join, they highly consider those who have paid for their VA training. The jobs they offer are low paying and there's always a long list of "filled" positions, but I am not sure that is true.

#13 (**permalink**) 02-22-2009

Like Rhonda, I joined VOT years ago but canceled sometime back. They 'make' you download software to use for their work, which is deceptive because it looks as though you need that software to confirm that you have that before applying for any job.

Once you start receiving their emails about jobs, you are directed to their website which is a waste of time. You fill out an 'application' for a job, which ridiculous as some of the questions are not relevant to the job itself and then you never hear back...not even a confirmation that they have received the application.

I really don't know what they are all about...perhaps the software gimick? But I cancelled after several months. I actually forgot about them until it was mentioned here.

Jan

#14 (**permalink**) 02-22-2009

Seems like a scam. Anytime they want to deduct from your checking account, it is not a good idea. Good luck.
Erin