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Virtual Assistants Have an Identity Problem: Answer “What Do You Do” Effectively

Janine Gregor — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 18:43:34 +0000

As a virtual assistant, I am often asked, "What do you do?" My best elevator speech and a list of services I offer leaves people confused. Using, "Have you ever..." breaks down what services I offer into small increments and allows the listener to apply the solutions I suggest to their own businesses.

Guest Blog: Blogging tips for boring businesses

Janine Gregor — Sun, 13 Jun 2010 14:45:08 +0000

Tips for writing blogs when the company topic is boring.

How to Use Google Search Stories to Easily Create Video and Maximize SEO on YouTube

Janine Gregor — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 15:06:56 +0000

Use Google Search Stories to tell your company's story in under one minute. Then utilize YouTube to get the best SEO for your company name searches.

A Simple Thank You Can Help You Stand Out From the Crowd

Janine Gregor — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 16:08:33 +0000

Saying 'Thank You' has great benefits. So why not say so? Letting someone know you appreciate their time helps you to stand out from the crowd! Thank you's are nearly free but could be profitable for you in the future.

6 More Free and Useful Online Resources

Janine Gregor — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 18:44:18 +0000

I look for online and free resources which not only help business owners improve productivity but those benefits which offer greater exposure and publicity. I have also decided to expand this selection to include ‘fun stuff’; namely sites that entertain without being terribly distracting. Here's this week's list of my favorite picks.

10 Rules of Customer Retail Etiquette

Janine Gregor — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 01:29:00 +0000

Some customers feel I am the ‘bottom of the food chain’ while others are grateful for the service I provide.

Often we read about how a sales associate should treat the customer who is ‘always right’. But little is said about good customer etiquette. A positive attitude toward the associate can actually bring out the best in the sales transaction.

10 Rules of Customer Retail Etiquette

Five Free Online Business Resources for Working Better and Producing Faster

Janine Gregor — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 18:18:47 +0000

It’s the VA in me…always seeking ways to simply improve my virtual-ness… searching for virtual resources to assist in my clients’ businesses and for new ways to improve my own methodology. I look for plug-ins and free programs to allow me to run faster, jump higher and improve creativity. Here are five of my most [...]

In Need of a Virtual Assistant? 5 Basic Recommendations for Submitting a Request (for Proposal)

Janine Gregor — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 20:48:54 +0000

When you have decided that you need a virtual assistant to help grow your business, submitting a request for proposa (RFP) is the norm. Here are 5 basic recommendations to include in your proposal to help the virtual assistant respond with specifics to meet your business needs.

For Sale By Owner: 5 Easy Ways To Properly Advertise a Home

Janine Gregor — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 23:55:22 +0000

Big mistakes For Sale By Owners make when selling a home.

E-Mail Net Etiquette – 9 Reasons to Think before Hitting Send

Janine Gregor — Sat, 21 Feb 2009 04:32:19 +0000

E-mail Etiquette