Hi all,

My name is Melanie. I am a full time Paralegal, who has been working on the side so to say as a VA for about 6 years now. Over the last 20 years I have managed small businesses and large ones and worked on a contract basis with attorneys. I am also a Licensed Mortgage Broker and certified Notary Signing Agent.

I am hoping my vast knowledge and experience will enable me to become totally self-employed and provide a level of service to organizations unmatched by full time employees.

I am so excited about 2008 and starting a new.


Thanks for having me.

Welcome to the forum Melanie! We have an amazing membership. You will love it here. Don't be afraid to ask as many questions as you want and make sure you read the various sections and posts of the forum. Best of luck to you. You have an extraordinary number of skills and will no doubt be a very successful VA.

Welcome, Melanie! Everyone here is very supportive - you're sure to find answers to any questions that may crop up as you tradition to full-time self-employment. Good luck!

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Hi Melanie

Welcome to the forum. Good luck if you need anything just ask, I am a newbie myself.

Hi Melanie Welcome to the community, it's great to have you here and it'll be fun to watch you grow and develop your business in the coming year. What a great way to start 2008!!

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Welcome to the forum! Your experience will no doubt serve you very well! I would defeinitely start right in your own back yard when you decide to move to your own practice. Network with past associates, employers and since you know where your market "hangs out", I would recommend joining their associations as well. You are among a great group of VAs here!

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Welcome Melanie, I would think you have a wealth of knowledge to share! I can't wait to see you around the forum!

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Hi Melanie! Welcome to the forums!

Wow, thanks so much to all of you. I already feel like I am home. I am so excited I am driving my family and friends crazy. Again, thanks so much for the all your assistance and support.