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What’s Your Contingency Plan For Your Business?

The Editor — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 00:18:32 +0000

Let’s face it – we live in uncertain times. On any given day you may have a power outage, your Internet connection may be down, your child could wake up sick or you may be faced with some type of natural disaster. Hiccups and disruptions in your work flow COULD be detrimental to your business. (Click link below to continue…)

Author: EA to VA (Sydni Craig-Hart)

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Stand Your Ground on Your Fees – Don’t Negotiate

The Editor — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 22:30:45 +0000

Everybody likes a good deal and to save money. Perhaps you clip coupons to use at the grocery store. Or maybe you go out to eat on family nights when kids eat free. You may look for “out of the box” or gently used items to get that new electronic gadget you want. But one thing you should remember as a Virtual Assistant and a business owner is that your fees are not negotiable. (Click link below to continue…)

Author: EA to VA (Sydni Craig-Hart)

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Keep Your Client Pipeline Full With Public Speaking

The Editor — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 12:05:27 +0000

Public speaking is one of the most effective ways to attract more clients to your Virtual Assistant business. Even if you’re not comfortable talking in front of a crowd – right now – there’s a good reason you should start. Why? Because it’s the fastest way to automatically establish yourself as an expert in your field. (Click link below to continue…)

Author: EA to VA (Sydni Craig-Hart)

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Savvy Systems Means More Pro.fits

The Editor — Thu, 27 May 2010 23:10:56 +0000

Savvy Virtual Assistants setup and implement systems to run their business. Using systems consistently will allow you to work as effectively and efficiently as possible. The more you can systemize, the more you can monetize! (Click link below to continue…)

Author: EAtoVA.com (Sydni Craig-Hart)

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How to Select a Name for Your Virtual Assistant Business

The Editor — Tue, 11 May 2010 17:05:18 +0000

Choosing a name for your new business can be an exciting but stressful task. There are so many factors in selecting an appropriate name for your new company. While you can change the name down the line if you want/need it, it can be a cumbersome task. So you want to make a decision that will be comfortable for you to live with. (Click link below to continue…)

Author: EAtoVA.com (Sydni Craig-Hart)

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Need More Clients? Fish Where the Fish Are!

The Editor — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 16:58:10 +0000

The number one question I get asked about Virtual Assistance EACH week is: “How do I get clients?” The answer is very simple. You have to “fish, where the fish are!” And you have to “fish” consistently. Many VA’s find it difficult to market their services and thus struggle to consistently attract clients. (Click link below to continue…)

Author: EA to VA (Sydni Craig-Hart)

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DVVAA Sponsors “5 Simple Steps to Attracting More VA Clients” with Sydni Craig-Hart – Apr 28

The Editor — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 01:16:43 +0000

DVVAA (Delaware Valley Virtual Assistants Association) presents: 5 Simple Steps to Attracting More VA Clients with Sydni Craig-Hart of Smart Simple Marketing & EAtoVA.com on Wednesday, April 28, 2010, 5:30pm (PDT)/8:30pm (EDT).

There is so much hype around marketing, what to do, what not to do, the latest “make or break your business” strategy, that it can be difficult to figure out what steps you need to take first. It’s time to end the struggle and the worry. You love what you do. You’re great at what you do. You need to learn how to effectively communicate the value of what you offer in a way that is comfortable, authentic and highly-effective. On this call you will learn: (Click below for details):

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The #1 Most Common Mistake to Getting Organized

The Editor — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 13:44:13 +0000

I have a confession…..I am an office supply junkie! I love to go to the office supply stores and get all the matching organizers like pencil cups, paper trays, folders, and covered memo boards. I love cool pens, pretty folders, interesting Post It notes…you get the picture. It all looks so nice and neat in the (Click link below to continue…)

Author: Sydni Craig-Hart, EA to VA

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Use Accounting Systems to Streamline Your Finances

The Editor — Sat, 27 Mar 2010 17:11:09 +0000

Dealing with the accounting aspect of your business is a necessary “evil” of being an entrepreneur. Whether or not you are a “numbers” person, keeping accurate records, billing your clients and paying your taxes are tasks that you will need to handle regularly in order to stay profitable. These weekly processes can be simple if you set up a system to handle them. What is a system? It is simply a matter of documentation. A system is documenting the steps you take to complete a task. For example, when you get ready to bill your clients each month, you may tally up the hours/tasks you completed for them, compile a report, prepare an invoice and bill their credit card. What else do you do? What software do you use to track your time? Do you have a format for the monthly report? How do you prepare invoices? (Click link below to continue to full article…)

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Are you making these 3 common mistakes?

The Editor — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 02:52:15 +0000

As Virtual Assistants, we tend to be really good at creating lists. We create to-do lists for ourselves, our clients, our families, the housekeeper, etc. These lists are created as a method for getting things done. But, how often do you go back and review your lists to see if “what” you’re doing is yielding the right results? In other words, is how you’re spending your time supporting or detracting from the life and business you want to create? If perhaps you aren’t making the money you want to make, or you’re working with clients who drain your energy, or you find yourself working far more hours than you’d like, it’s time to step back, take an honest, objective look at your VA practice and decide what adjustments need to be made. Just as you would create an action plan for your clients, you need to create one for yourself. The first step is to answer this question, “Are you making these 3 common mistakes?” (Click link below to continue…)

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Sydni Craig-Hart Helps Executive Assistants Transition to Virtual Assistance

The Editor — Sun, 21 Dec 2008 02:59:58 +0000

Sydni Craig-Hart, co-founder of Craig Hart Consulting, LLC, recently launched EA to VA (Executive Assistant to Virtual Assistant) – a site dedicated to helping corporate executive assistants transition to entrepreneurial virtual assistants.

The site is packed with great information for emerging VAs. Sydni draws on her extensive experience as a successful VA (nominated for 2008 AssistU Virtual Assistant of the Year award) and shares it with her clients – offering VA business coaching and “Pick My Brain” sessions.

Editor’s note: I had the pleasure of chatting with Sydni this week – she’s wonderful. Go visit her site!

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