http://www.FreelanceClericalServices.com and http://www.TheSuccessfulInternetMarketer.com is very excited to announce our recent partnership with http://www.TheSuccessEntrepreneur.net. I am very pleased to be part of Terrie's team and I will be offering her clients much needed internet marketing, web design, and VA services.
Please feel free to check the website out and start a trial membership for only $1 dollar. There is tons of great information for budding entrepreneurs.
Stacey
Tuesday, August 14, 2007
Tuesday, August 07, 2007
New Website and Business
Hello Everyone,
I am very excited about my new venture http;//www.TheSuccessfulInternetMarketer.com. I have heard time and time again that entrepreneurs want someone to simplify the entire internet marketing process for them.
Thats what I have done. I put together some great internet marketing packages and I want to help new entrepreneurs streamline the process. Make sure to sign up for my newsletter as well as I have am giving away 6 helpful tips to get your website internet ready.
Stacey
I am very excited about my new venture http;//www.TheSuccessfulInternetMarketer.com. I have heard time and time again that entrepreneurs want someone to simplify the entire internet marketing process for them.
Thats what I have done. I put together some great internet marketing packages and I want to help new entrepreneurs streamline the process. Make sure to sign up for my newsletter as well as I have am giving away 6 helpful tips to get your website internet ready.
Stacey
Tuesday, April 10, 2007
The Business Card
Hello Everyone,
I hope you had a wonderful Easter weekend. Things have been hopping around here. I am busy with a very large project as well as finishing up my ebook for aspiring Virtual Assistants. Its very exciting and I hope to make it available by the end of April. So check back frequently.
I wanted to talk a little bit today about how important it is to brand yourself as a professional. I recently was invited to help out at an event in Los Angeles and didn't realize that I was out of business cards.
To my dismay, I showed up at this event and was promptly asked a ton of questions about my business, what I do, my website, how to get into the industry and so on. So what do you think the number one asked question was?
Do you have a business card? Ugghh I was asked over and over and unfortunately I had to tell them I was out and take theirs or write down my info.
This is a big no no in any industry. People want to feel connected to you and know that you are a professional. One of the best ways to establish yourself as a professional besides the all important website, is to have business cards handy at all times.
Think about it, you are a walking advertisement for yourself in line at the store, at your child's soccer game, school events, and trips to Staples and Kinkos, as well as business events. I have event left a few cards in certain aisles at Staples and at the counter. You just never know when you are going to meet your next big client.
Think you aren't ready for a business card? Well why not? You can get business cards from VistaPrint for free. You have to remember everything you do from this point forward is an investment in yourself and your business.
There is a big movement lately talking about "The Secret", and how thinking positively can change your life in another direction. I believe this theory. You have to be proactive in every aspect of your life in order to achieve the success you are looking for.
Maybe for you this means finding a VA gig to supplement your household income, or developing a multimillion dollar empire.
You have to decide what type of success you are seeking. To find out how to get FREE business cards for your business, Click Here!
Good luck in your journey and have a great week!
Stacey
I hope you had a wonderful Easter weekend. Things have been hopping around here. I am busy with a very large project as well as finishing up my ebook for aspiring Virtual Assistants. Its very exciting and I hope to make it available by the end of April. So check back frequently.
I wanted to talk a little bit today about how important it is to brand yourself as a professional. I recently was invited to help out at an event in Los Angeles and didn't realize that I was out of business cards.
To my dismay, I showed up at this event and was promptly asked a ton of questions about my business, what I do, my website, how to get into the industry and so on. So what do you think the number one asked question was?
Do you have a business card? Ugghh I was asked over and over and unfortunately I had to tell them I was out and take theirs or write down my info.
This is a big no no in any industry. People want to feel connected to you and know that you are a professional. One of the best ways to establish yourself as a professional besides the all important website, is to have business cards handy at all times.
Think about it, you are a walking advertisement for yourself in line at the store, at your child's soccer game, school events, and trips to Staples and Kinkos, as well as business events. I have event left a few cards in certain aisles at Staples and at the counter. You just never know when you are going to meet your next big client.
Think you aren't ready for a business card? Well why not? You can get business cards from VistaPrint for free. You have to remember everything you do from this point forward is an investment in yourself and your business.
There is a big movement lately talking about "The Secret", and how thinking positively can change your life in another direction. I believe this theory. You have to be proactive in every aspect of your life in order to achieve the success you are looking for.
Maybe for you this means finding a VA gig to supplement your household income, or developing a multimillion dollar empire.
You have to decide what type of success you are seeking. To find out how to get FREE business cards for your business, Click Here!
Good luck in your journey and have a great week!
Stacey
Monday, March 05, 2007
Check Out This Video!
Check out this Video from an event I helped put on in Los Angeles about a week ago. It was so much fun!
Next Up....The importance of business cards and networking.
Next Up....The importance of business cards and networking.
Friday, January 05, 2007
How to Find Virtual Assisting Gigs
Hello Everyone,
I wanted to touch base with many of you who have joined my list as I have been getting quite a few emails asking for advice on becoming a virtual assistant, looking for online jobs, and just how to get started in the industry.
Today I am going to tell you a couple quick resources for finding virtual assisting and other WAH gigs whether you are just starting out or established in your niche market.
I always tell my coaching clients that it’s important to spend as much time looking for VA gigs or WAH jobs as you would be putting into your business. That means, if you want to work 20 hours a week, then you should be spending 20 hours a week looking for clients, gigs, and promoting and advertising yourself.
It’s that simple. Trust me I know how hard it can be to stay motivated when you aren’t getting any bites or offers (I have been there many times). I have also found myself in unwanted predicaments where I have had a client flake on payments, ect. I have been able to replace them quickly and easily by implementing my own promotional methods detailed below. If you put in the effort you will get a huge return.
Where do you get your clients?
This is by far the question I get asked the most by email and phone. It’s really easy to find clients if you know the right places to look and how to promote yourself. Here are a few tips and tricks you should always follow:
1. Have a Website
If you don’t have website then you are way behind everyone else in the game. This is by far the most important thing to consider when opening up your VA practice.
A website shows that you are a professional, you mean business, and you have established yourself in the industry. It also gives potential clients a starting place to check out your rates, abilities, and overall skill set.
A website doesn’t have to be fancy. I started off with a simple one page site hosted FREE by my ISP. If you don’t have the funds to get a hosted site, check out your ISP they usually have free pages you can use.
2. Check Out the Online Bidding Sites
I know there are a lot of established VA’s out there that suggest you steer clear of elance and guru.com. But let me tell you something…Guru.com is one of my best friends J. Without the clients that I have gotten from there, I would not have such a thriving business.
It’s a great way to get established in the industry and get some great paying clients. And the fees aren’t over the top. I personally have never used elance, but I have known a few VA’s who have received work from the site.
You aren’t going to get any clients if you don’t have any experience. And you aren’t going to have an experience if you can’t land a client. You know what I am saying?
A word to the wise: These are bidding sites, so be careful with the rates that you charge. That’s not saying that you can’t make $20 or even $30 + an hour with clients from these sites (because I have and do). But realize that there is higher competition out there and most people who post projects on here are going to want to pay between $8-$15 dollars an hour.
I have been on both sides of the picture posting jobs and bidding on gigs, so I have a pretty good understanding of going rates and how the process works.
3. Craigslist
I absolutely love Craigslist. If I could kiss Craig, I would, LOL Not only can you find clients, but you can promote your services as well. So you are probably asking, just how do I do that?
Simple, you post ads under the “services” and “small business ads” section talking about who you are, the services you offer, and your contact info.
Note: Make yourself stand out. You need to look and act like a professional at all times. What usually works for me is something similar to a cover letter stating who I am, why I am in the industry, my skill set, and my contact info.
Don’t post only 1 to 2 sentences saying something like “I am a stay at home mom that wants VA clients, please contact me blah blah blah. Clients and business won’t hire you or contract your services. They want to know you are a professional, you know what you are doing, and that you mean business.
I will give you a few secrets that I use when looking for clients, search in gigs, ecetera, computer jobs, admin jobs, ect. Use terms like work at home, virtual assisting, contract work, ect. You will get really good at coming up with search terms and spotting scams.
4. CrazedList.org
Crazedlist.org is an awesome resource when searching Craigslist. You can search all the cities in the US on the same terms. Like I stated above, be creative when using search terms and learn how to spot a scam. If there is very little detail given in the ad, it’s probably a scam. If it sounds too good to be true, it most likely is.
Remember, nothing ever comes easy. Sometimes it takes a whole lot of effort to get where you want to be and that includes tears, frustration, and sometimes the desire to give up. But if you continue on your path, and keep your eye on the prize, you will eventually get to where you want to be. Even if you have to get scratched and bruised along the way.
Good luck and have a great weekend!
Sincerely,
Stacey Wockenfuss
VA Coach and Owner of:
FreelanceClericalServices.com
I wanted to touch base with many of you who have joined my list as I have been getting quite a few emails asking for advice on becoming a virtual assistant, looking for online jobs, and just how to get started in the industry.
Today I am going to tell you a couple quick resources for finding virtual assisting and other WAH gigs whether you are just starting out or established in your niche market.
I always tell my coaching clients that it’s important to spend as much time looking for VA gigs or WAH jobs as you would be putting into your business. That means, if you want to work 20 hours a week, then you should be spending 20 hours a week looking for clients, gigs, and promoting and advertising yourself.
It’s that simple. Trust me I know how hard it can be to stay motivated when you aren’t getting any bites or offers (I have been there many times). I have also found myself in unwanted predicaments where I have had a client flake on payments, ect. I have been able to replace them quickly and easily by implementing my own promotional methods detailed below. If you put in the effort you will get a huge return.
Where do you get your clients?
This is by far the question I get asked the most by email and phone. It’s really easy to find clients if you know the right places to look and how to promote yourself. Here are a few tips and tricks you should always follow:
1. Have a Website
If you don’t have website then you are way behind everyone else in the game. This is by far the most important thing to consider when opening up your VA practice.
A website shows that you are a professional, you mean business, and you have established yourself in the industry. It also gives potential clients a starting place to check out your rates, abilities, and overall skill set.
A website doesn’t have to be fancy. I started off with a simple one page site hosted FREE by my ISP. If you don’t have the funds to get a hosted site, check out your ISP they usually have free pages you can use.
2. Check Out the Online Bidding Sites
I know there are a lot of established VA’s out there that suggest you steer clear of elance and guru.com. But let me tell you something…Guru.com is one of my best friends J. Without the clients that I have gotten from there, I would not have such a thriving business.
It’s a great way to get established in the industry and get some great paying clients. And the fees aren’t over the top. I personally have never used elance, but I have known a few VA’s who have received work from the site.
You aren’t going to get any clients if you don’t have any experience. And you aren’t going to have an experience if you can’t land a client. You know what I am saying?
A word to the wise: These are bidding sites, so be careful with the rates that you charge. That’s not saying that you can’t make $20 or even $30 + an hour with clients from these sites (because I have and do). But realize that there is higher competition out there and most people who post projects on here are going to want to pay between $8-$15 dollars an hour.
I have been on both sides of the picture posting jobs and bidding on gigs, so I have a pretty good understanding of going rates and how the process works.
3. Craigslist
I absolutely love Craigslist. If I could kiss Craig, I would, LOL Not only can you find clients, but you can promote your services as well. So you are probably asking, just how do I do that?
Simple, you post ads under the “services” and “small business ads” section talking about who you are, the services you offer, and your contact info.
Note: Make yourself stand out. You need to look and act like a professional at all times. What usually works for me is something similar to a cover letter stating who I am, why I am in the industry, my skill set, and my contact info.
Don’t post only 1 to 2 sentences saying something like “I am a stay at home mom that wants VA clients, please contact me blah blah blah. Clients and business won’t hire you or contract your services. They want to know you are a professional, you know what you are doing, and that you mean business.
I will give you a few secrets that I use when looking for clients, search in gigs, ecetera, computer jobs, admin jobs, ect. Use terms like work at home, virtual assisting, contract work, ect. You will get really good at coming up with search terms and spotting scams.
4. CrazedList.org
Crazedlist.org is an awesome resource when searching Craigslist. You can search all the cities in the US on the same terms. Like I stated above, be creative when using search terms and learn how to spot a scam. If there is very little detail given in the ad, it’s probably a scam. If it sounds too good to be true, it most likely is.
Remember, nothing ever comes easy. Sometimes it takes a whole lot of effort to get where you want to be and that includes tears, frustration, and sometimes the desire to give up. But if you continue on your path, and keep your eye on the prize, you will eventually get to where you want to be. Even if you have to get scratched and bruised along the way.
Good luck and have a great weekend!
Sincerely,
Stacey Wockenfuss
VA Coach and Owner of:
FreelanceClericalServices.com
Tuesday, December 12, 2006
Personal Shopping And Concierge
Need more time during the busy holiday season? I have a few slots open for personal shopping and concierge services until early Jan 07. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to spend more quality time with your family and friends. Contact Me immediately for more information and a rate sheet.
Tuesday, October 17, 2006
Fall/Winter Special
Freelance Clerical Services is running a fall/winter special for new clients. Rates have been slashed in half.
I have room for 1 or possibly 2 more clients (part-time).
Current Rate: $40 per billable hour
Special Winter Rate: $20 per billable hour (retainer)
Take advantage of this offer quickly as it will be increasing again shortly. Contact me today and I will be more than happy to discuss your needs.
Stacey
I have room for 1 or possibly 2 more clients (part-time).
Current Rate: $40 per billable hour
Special Winter Rate: $20 per billable hour (retainer)
Take advantage of this offer quickly as it will be increasing again shortly. Contact me today and I will be more than happy to discuss your needs.
Stacey
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