A Virtual Assistant’s Ideal Client

We surveyed over a hundred virtual assistants and asked them, “What qualities does your ideal client possess?”  Here are some of their responses! My perfect client would be a good communicator, know what he/she wants 
and convey it to me, would be looking to build a strong relationship, and
 would not have a problem with delegating. A partner.

  Not looking for an employee or someone to abuse.

  Male between 40 and 60 years old

.  Entrepreneur or executive

.  Communicates well but doesn’t tell long stories or want to talk on...

Help! I Need Clients!

I just had an e-mail pop into my inbox from a coaching client who asked me about finding clients now that their “virtual doors” were open.  I figured that the answer to this question may be helpful for more than just my client so I am unleashing it here on the blog to not only give you my advice but also get some additional advice via the comments.  Upon reading this, if you have anything else to add, please do! The “If You Build It, They Will Come” Idea Most entrepreneurs freeze up at the point of having to sell their product and / or service....

Things You Might Be Doing That Drive You...

We surveyed over a hundred virtual assistants and asked them, “What are the things that your clients do that drive you crazy?”  We wanted to share the answers here so that you can see, from the perspective of a virtual assistant, what you might be doing that drives them absolutely batty. Canceling appointments. When they bring piles of overdue, unorganized, or urgent
 material to me and demand that I “fix” it immediately. When they 
totally change what they want mid-stream. When they know in their 
head exactly what they want, but they...

How You Can Be an Even Better Client to ...

We surveyed over a hundred virtual assistants on how their clients can be even better clients.  We thought their answers were insightful and helpful for anyone considering hiring a virtual assistant! Listen to my suggestions and take some of them. I wish they could communicate expectations and what they want better. I 
wish that they worked WITH us,
 pulling in the same direction and didn’t just expect us to fix the messes 
they already created due to lack of forethought or organization. They could be prepared.  How you do anything is typically how you do...

Podcast: Choosing Your Social Media Haun...

We’re pleased to announce that we will be hosting a weekly podcast via iTunes!  Each week, we’ll be bringing you a five-minute or less podcast focused on a variety of topics: social media, Internet marketing, entrepreneurship, general business tips and more. Episode 1: Choosing Your Social Media Haunts Social media is overwhelming. Let’s face it – with hundreds of sites out there and everyone pushing you in the direction of their favorite, it’s not hard to get completely stressed out by the experience. The thing is, if you aren’t doing social media,...