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		<title>10 Commandments for the 2012 Virtual Assistant</title>
		<link>http://yourvirtualwizardblog.com/2011/12/the-10-commandments-for-the-2012-virtual-assistant/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Dec 2011 18:18:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Janine Gregor</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[1) Thou shall not take on a new client without a deposit and a signed contract. Period. 2) Thou shall be tolerant when viewing a $4.00 an hour overseas virtual assistant advertisement. Plenty of work is available for all VAs at every rate.  Establish yourself as an expert and you will attract those clients willing [...]]]></description>
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		<title>The Basics: How To Run a Successful Team Call</title>
		<link>http://yourvirtualwizardblog.com/2011/01/the-basics-how-to-run-a-successful-team-call/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jan 2011 19:49:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Janine Gregor</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[And although a gathering of the minds at a physical table setting is an ideal arrangement permitting the participants to interpret each other's facial expressions and body language, leading a virtual team via a conference call is much more complex simply because the participants cannot see each other.]]></description>
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		<title>Virtual Assistants Have an Identity Problem: Answer &#8220;What Do You Do&#8221; Effectively</title>
		<link>http://yourvirtualwizardblog.com/2010/11/virtual-assistants-have-an-identity-problem-answer-what-do-you-do-effectively/</link>
		<comments>http://yourvirtualwizardblog.com/2010/11/virtual-assistants-have-an-identity-problem-answer-what-do-you-do-effectively/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 10 Nov 2010 18:43:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Janine Gregor</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[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.]]></description>
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		<title>Need to Salvage a Client Account? 5 How-To Tips for Virtual Assistants</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 22:31:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Janine Gregor</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[When a client shows signs of waning, I immediately draw up a plan to salvage the souring account.  All that is needed is time, patience and the wherewithal to recognize that a client entering ‘salvagable territory’ is really just another opportunity to grow your virtual assistance business.

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		<title>Keep Records of All Your Social Networking Leads &#8211; You Do Not Own Them!</title>
		<link>http://yourvirtualwizardblog.com/2010/06/keep-records-of-all-your-social-networking-leads-you-do-not-own-them/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 31 May 2010 15:00:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Janine Gregor</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It is wise to keep outside records of all your social networking leads because once the account is terminated, for whatever reason, all your hard work (contacts and posts) will be inaccessible.  ]]></description>
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		<title>Blue Ribbon Advice for Any Virtual Assistant:  Join Virtual Assistant Forums</title>
		<link>http://yourvirtualwizardblog.com/2010/03/blue-ribbon-advice-for-any-virtual-assistant-join-virtual-assistant-forums/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 30 Mar 2010 16:37:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Janine Gregor</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Any virtual assistant who wants to start their own business needs the support of those who have been in this business before.  There are no better teachers than those who have spent nights wondering where that next client will come from. <strong>Virtual Assistant Forums is THE community where a VA can join and participate at any stage of progression.</strong>]]></description>
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		<title>Understanding Non-Email Communicators</title>
		<link>http://yourvirtualwizardblog.com/2010/03/understanding-non-email-communicators/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:24:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Janine Gregor</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Working with clients who do not use email as a main means to communicate takes patience and understanding. Understand they are experts in their own fields and may not understand email etiquette.]]></description>
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		<title>A Simple Thank You Can Help You Stand Out From the Crowd</title>
		<link>http://yourvirtualwizardblog.com/2010/03/a-simple-thank-you-can-help-you-stand-out-from-the-crowd/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 05 Mar 2010 16:08:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Janine Gregor</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[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. ]]></description>
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		<title>For VAs: How to Find Topics for Articles When You Are Not Familiar With Your Client&#8217;s Industry</title>
		<link>http://yourvirtualwizardblog.com/2009/11/for-vas-how-to-find-topics-for-articles-when-you-are-not-familiar-with-your-clients-industry/</link>
		<comments>http://yourvirtualwizardblog.com/2009/11/for-vas-how-to-find-topics-for-articles-when-you-are-not-familiar-with-your-clients-industry/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:34:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Janine Gregor</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Virtual Assistants who write articles and blogs for clients are often asked, "How do you find topics to write about when the virtual assistant is not familiar with a client's industry?" Here are several ways to locate good topics.]]></description>
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		<title>For Virtual Assistants:  5 Tips to Fine-Tuning Your Client Consultation Calls</title>
		<link>http://yourvirtualwizardblog.com/2009/11/for-virtual-assistants-5-tips-to-fine-tuning-your-client-consultation-calls/</link>
		<comments>http://yourvirtualwizardblog.com/2009/11/for-virtual-assistants-5-tips-to-fine-tuning-your-client-consultation-calls/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:38:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Janine Gregor</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Virtual assistant client consultation calls are alot like 'cold calling'.  Take the time to research your client's websites and social networking pages so the call becomes a 'warm call'.  With a little effort and good listening skills, a virtual assistant can master the consultation.

]]></description>
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