Virtual Assisting/ Web Designing/
Etc. What is Right For You?
On your mark-Get Set-Go!!! You are
ready. You have finally got it, the top of the line, latest and great computer
that moves at the speed of sound and has everything you need, plus some. But
will it make you money! Absolutely!!! We are going to show you how!
There are numerous ways to utilize
your computer for a home-based business. The key is finding the right one for
you. First, consider your skills and expertise and most importantly what you
enjoy doing. Remember, it is a combination of the three that make for a winning
business. Those with good secretarial and Internet skills might want to
consider virtual assisting, whereas those with a flair for figures might prefer
accounting or bookkeeping. For those who live on the web and have the creative
touch, how about starting a web designing business or desktop publishing? Then,
there computer tutoring, resume consulting, real estate transaction
coordinators, etc. The possibilities are limitless and with the growth of the
Internet, and the advancement in technology today, it just keeps getting
better.
As an example, virtual assisting
businesses are constantly in the media today and businesses are taking note and
looking for VAs to assist them. For example, it was recently noted in Time
Magazine, other top books and magazines that VA businesses are considered among
the top 10 home-based businesses to start. Entrepreneur Magazine rates it as
one of the top 5 home-based businesses.
What is a Virtual Assistant? A
virtual assistant provides service from a home office to anywhere in the world
using their high-speed access, e-mails, fax machines as well as many web-based
applications. They can handle your typing, scheduling, e-mails, real estate
transactions, legal briefs, medical transcription, your website, and more. The
virtual revolution has truly begun and businesses are taking full advantage of
the expertise of these professionals.
Once you decide on a business, then
you are ready to make it happen. The first thing you will want to do is to
write everything down. All your thoughts and dreams and how you plan to achieve
them. Decide on the hours you want to work, the price you want to charge, the
marketing you plan to implement, the equipment and supplies required, and your
goals and visions for the business. This is your plan for success. This is
essential! Too many leave this vital step out and then don’t have a clear focus
for their business.
Next, research and read everything
you can on starting your business. Find out how the pros have done it and gain
from their experience. Don’t just limit yourself to reading books “that is only
one avenue, although a good one. (Do check out my book on starting a Virtual
Assisting business-- see below. Look to the Internet. Find message boards and
chats that relate to the area that you want to go into. Often times these are
managed by people who have been in business for years and are willing to share
their experience. Not only will you gain their expertise, but also that of
those who frequent the boards. These will be others who are starting a
business, or who are succeeding in business, and willing to share their
knowledge with you.
Do a search on the Internet for the
type of business you want to go into. Look to their sites. Find the common
denominators. What associations do most belong to? What services do most offer?
This is just research, but it will help in providing your ideas for what you
want to do with your business. Look to their links page and check out their
links. This is especially true for the organizational websites. Again, write
down all your findings.
Get additional training if
necessary. Once you decide what you want to do, then find out exactly what
other skills you will need to make it possible. For virtual assistants, I highly
recommend Virtual Assistance for additional training.
With the knowledge that you have
now, and with it all written down in your plan, you are ready to take the next
steps in starting a business. Your dream! Enjoy and remember nothing is
impossible as long as you give it your all. Success happens when you make it
happen. Good luck!
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