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The Power of Hope: How I Qualified for the Paralympic Games

Success

During 2005 spring break, when I was a 14-year-old freshman at Jserra Catholic High School in Orange County, California, my best friend Scott and I were riding his dirt bike from my house to his. I was on the junior varsity soccer team and was training for varsity. I found a coach and trained as hard as I could. I kept training.

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Could You Write a Book in a Month?

Success

In 2005 I was confident. Most have the critical eye and training to recognize good writing. I email a writer friend who tells me, without a doubt, “Do not write in first-person narrative. On the train to work, I pick up snippets of conversation, immediately jotting them down on a notepad.

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AZVAs Podcast 4: Professionalism In and Outside of the Office

Loosely Speaking

She is an avid volunteer and has served the International Virtual Assistants Association for more than 10 years, including service as the Association’s Board President twice, initially in the 2005-2006 term and again in 2010-2011. To receive an announcement by email when a new podcast is available, email ktcosmos@LooseEnds.net.

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AZVAs the Podcast Episode 8: Publishing Industry Opportunities

Loosely Speaking

King , owner of Author’s Assistance Training and this month’s sponsor, on how authors can benefit from working with a virtual professional and how solopreneurs with an interest in publishing can find authors to support. Her second book Smart Women Publish was published in 2005. Interview: Tara spoke with Jan B.

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Embrace Change for Career Success!

All Things Admin

When I launched my business in 2005, my goal was to provide virtual assistance services. weekly calls, status meetings, email updates, project management tools)? I’ve been able to add to my skillset, expand my professional network, and take on new roles and responsibilities that improved my resume. But my business changed.

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Seven reasons why your boss should use a chauffeur service

Practically Perfect PA

Total Chauffeur Service is based in London and has been operating since 2005. Total Chauffeur Service will take that stress out of your hands – they can arrange mini vans and coaches to pick delegates up from airports and train stations. Easy booking by email, internet or phone. Total Chauffeur Service.

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Happy 5th Anniversary AllWrite Ink

Make or Break Moments

“If they have great content, the reader stays longer and then picks up the phone or emails or places an order, right?&# “Yes – that’s what I offer. Having worked in the corporate world more than 25 years I decided to give it a go as an entrepreneur. I had experience. Words People Read.&# “Nope.