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JANUARY 16, 2024

Or a ‘treat-yourself’ moment when you finish that big project? Set thrilling mini-goals and celebrate like a champion when you smash them. How about a mini dance-off after clinching a deal? Your fun home business is your playground – play hard, work hard! # Virtual Coffee Breaks: Sip, Chat, Laugh: Feeling isolated in the home office jungle?

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JUNE 16, 2023

With just a few clicks, you can empower others to access your files, work together in real-time, and bring your collaborative projects to life. This could include details like author, date created, or project codes, which can be helpful for sorting and searching files.

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OCTOBER 17, 2023

Creative Agency: Website Platform: Custom WordPress website Project Management: Tools like Trello or Asana for client projects. Marketing Automation: Email marketing with SendFox. Analytics and Reporting: Built-in tools and Google Analytics. Collaboration: Slack for team communication. Zoom for meetings with clients and team.

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JANUARY 10, 2024

This increased focus can translate into better attention to detail in your business projects. Improved Focus and Concentration The focus required to color intricate designs helps enhance concentration skills. It’s like a workout for your brain! Coloring offers a tactile, hands-on activity that contrasts our usual digital tasks.

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MARCH 17, 2020

I prefer email because it has the least impact on my ability to focus on client projects. I can quickly read and respond to an email without losing my momentum in a website build or other project. If by chance no calls are scheduled, I’ll return to client projects that I have on my to do list. 12:30pm to 1:30 pm: Lunch break.

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Take advantage of online technologies like scheduling applications, project management apps, and auto-responders. Learn how to streamline your processes, manage your time efficiently, and stay organized. These skills will help you run your home business like a well-oiled machine.

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APRIL 28, 2020

Increase in projects. This has given them an opportunity to work on projects they have put on back burners or pivot their business in such a way that embraces what could be our ‘new normal’. This has caused an issue I’ve never had a problem with before…more projects than available time in my schedule.

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

By 2028, it’s projected that 50% of the US workforce will consist of virtual professionals. If you’ve ever considered starting a virtual assistant business but were deterred by the notion that the market for virtual assistants was oversaturated, it’s time to reconsider. The question is, will you be among them?

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JUNE 1, 2023

Platforms like email, instant messaging, or project management software allow you to stay connected, share updates, and seek clarification on tasks. Stay organized by maintaining a to-do list or using project management tools. Utilize digital communication tools effectively.

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FEBRUARY 6, 2019

More online messaging options are : Yammer Flock Microsoft Teams Amazon Chime Online Project Management and Sharing What about those project team meetings where things are shared via presentations or whiteboard? Project management options like Asana allow you to keep track of goals, deadlines, and tasks.

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JUNE 14, 2023

Friday mornings are blocked off for working on my own business rather than on client projects. For example, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm., Tuesday through Thursday are blocked off for scheduling phone calls, particularly calls with clients and potential clients. Of course, there are always exceptions, but generally, my blocks work well for me.

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DECEMBER 10, 2019

Or you may have some clients who retain you and others who have only worked with you on one project. My website clients receive a month of free maintenance with the option of continuing at a discount at the time of their projects, rather than a holiday gift. Should you gift them all? Again, this is your preference.

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JANUARY 10, 2019

They may expect numerous updates in a day as to your progress on projects. If you are allowing clients to set your hours, dictate how and when projects are completed, you are essentially an employee without the benefits. Many clients may feel like they need to somehow oversee your work. These clients are treating you as an employee.

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Collaborate with fellow entrepreneurs on projects that benefit both parties. Barter and Collaborate Networking and building relationships within your community can lead to incredible opportunities. Offer your skills or services in exchange for something you need.

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DECEMBER 7, 2018

And if your business is totally project-based, you may not feel that a client gift is appropriate. Some industries have the opportunity to gift their clients at the end of their project. For my website project clients, I gift them a month of free support at the end of their project.

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APRIL 3, 2019

When you’re working on several projects for different clients at the same time, you can feel overwhelmed. Never schedule a full 8 hour day with client projects and be sure to add the following to your schedule each day: A short mid-morning break for grabbing a coffee, tea or a walk. Create small ebbs during the flows.

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APRIL 12, 2022

It makes it much easier for them to reach out with projects or issues if you’re in the office when they are in the office. Like so many things, it really depends on your business. If you’re providing B2B services, then it might be wise to set your business hours so they coincide with your clients.

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AUGUST 17, 2021

Where a small business might rely heavily on things like project management applications and CRM’s, both can be overkill for a micro business. The truth of the matter is, unless you’ve run a micro business, you probably aren’t aware of just how it differs from a ‘normal’ small business.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2023

You can use it to correct grammar and spelling in your writing projects. You can even choose whether you want your letter to sound professional, encouraging, friendly, persuasive and more. Writer’s block? Break the block and let NexBot continue writing something you’ve already started.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2018

I’ve used Slack a few times and I’ve tested various online project management apps, but they all seemed like overkill for my little business. Until recently, I really hadn’t given much thought to an online collaboration tool. Dropbox just changed my mind. Read more.

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MARCH 10, 2016

If your virtual assistant asks a question, its quite likely they will not proceed with your project or task until they get the answer (see #2). If the business owner sends an inquiry or new project or task, a response that it has been received and will be handled is common courtesy and puts the business owner’s mind at ease.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2018

I’ve used Slack a few times and I’ve tested various online project management apps, but they all seemed like overkill for my little business. We can make notes in the same document as we are discussing a project on the phone or Skype. Project Management that fits my kind of business. Dropbox just changed my mind.

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MAY 24, 2023

Earnings will depend on the complexity of the projects, with estimates ranging from $500 to $5,000 per month. Whether it’s personalized jewelry, prototypes, or home decor, you can cater to the desires of customers seeking one-of-a-kind creations.

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JUNE 20, 2014

On the contrary, I’ve had several clients go AWOL on me, but even when the results of a project haven’t quite been what a client expected, I didn’t just simply stop communicating with them. Unlike these runaway virtual assistants, I have a vested interest in doing my very best on each and every project I do for my clients.

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OCTOBER 17, 2012

Your virtual assistant sends over the latest project you’ve been working on together. Imperfection aside, it can still be pretty upsetting when you’re paying someone to complete a project and it isn’t what you expected. This is going to require a discussion of why the project didn’t meet your expectations.

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JULY 21, 2011

Remember, they have their own invoicing, marketing and business related tasks to attend to as well as client projects & tasks. Is this overworked, over-extended person really who you want to entrust with your business projects and tasks? How many hours is that virtual assistant going to have to work in order to make a living?

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MARCH 7, 2019

Could you kindly explain to them that this makes completing projects for them and other clients more difficult? Would it be possible to hire someone to do it for you or sign on with a service that makes it easier? Do you have a client who insists on daily phone updates or constantly micro-manages? Feeling overworked and underpaid?

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OCTOBER 30, 2019

And yes, sadly, there are people out there giving virtual assistants a bad name and falling off the face of the earth with a client’s projects still incomplete. When is the last time you bought anything of real quality at the dollar store?

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SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

I completed the second step and at the same time, began working on a new website project for a client. One day creating PowerPoint slides, the next managing a small guest blogging project, could I leave that flexibility? Less than a week after the initial interview, I was contacted about taking the next step in the interview process.

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JUNE 20, 2014

If your project isn’t done right you may find yourself either trying to find someone else to fix it or spending hours fixing it yourself. I’ve had a few clients that worked with me on a project or two and we both realized it just wasn’t a fit. Stop looking for a bargain. What is your hourly rate? Search until you find the right fit.

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AUGUST 6, 2019

Fabulous Freelancers may want to adopt an online project management system as well as automated processes for responding to initial inquiries and onboarding new clients. They can create handouts or forms for their students that can be accessed online from all devices. And of course, building their audience on social platforms is key.

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JANUARY 4, 2017

It was sheer coincidence that an Internet search for an ongoing school project happened to return a small article that mentioned a virtual assistant. . Some VA’s began to specialize in things like email marketing, online project management and social media marketing. It was barely a blip on the radar.

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JULY 15, 2011

I may have taken a few days away from client projects, but during those times I could be found working on my own projects, videos, blog posts and brainstorming. With over a thousand e-mails in my Inbox and thoughts of all the projects that had been put on hold I was more than overwhelmed. Until June 25 th.

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FEBRUARY 16, 2015

I found myself thinking about my own career choice and how I’m sure I appear to others when I geek out about some new feature in the Headway theme or when I finish a website project I’m particularly proud of.

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JULY 19, 2018

You can check out some of my most recent projects here. If you feel you’re treading water in the deep end when it comes to your website, be it building a new site or refreshing an old one, contact me about my WordPress Website Services.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2017

Others will not be comfortable projecting two different personas, one personal and one for business. These are all questions whose answers will vary for every business owner. Some business owners will have no problem separating their own feelings about important issues from their business.

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

If you aren’t maxed out as far as time for client projects is concerned you could consider adding a new service to what you offer. Luckily there are ways to alleviate the feast or famine cycle. Here are 5 side-gigs that can add additional income to your business. Expand your services.

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