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October 2004 Volume 3/Issue 10 |
Books for VAs
A library of books can lead to a library of knowledge.
While there are not a lot of books that have been written by VA's
for VA's given that the profession is still fairly new. There are
additional resources out there for us. Are they of value? I'll let
you be the judge of that however, there may be just the book you are
looking for to support you in your business. Knowledge is strength!
Warmly,
Mary-Lou Ashton
Master Virtual Assistant
Questions In This Edition
(Click on the links to go to that question.) What can I do
to improve communication with a client?
Is there a book
that will help me get ready to start a VA practice?
This book provides new or interested VA's with a basic introduction
to the profession and about setting up a practice. Topics include
"Why Launch a VA Practice?", "Assessing Your Skills,"
"Startup Costs," and "Setting Up the Home Office."
Reviews have been mixed, either loving it or hating it.
The Virtual Assistant's Pre-Launch Manual
and Workbook
by Christine Durst, Michael Haaren
- Spiral-bound: 35 pages
- Publisher: eEntrepreneurship Publishing Co., LLC; (August 2000)
- ISBN: 0970645716
Are there any other
books to help me get started?
Yes. This book covers the how tos of starting a business including
business and financial planning, determining rates, specialty services,
VA training, etc. It also offers information on domain registration,
creating your web site, and how and where to find clients. All the
latest information, links, resources, and tools are available. One
review provided listed was excellent.
Up Close & Virtual: A Practical Guide
to Starting Your Own Virtual Assistant Business, Second Edition
by Diana Ennen, Kelly Poelker
- Paperback: 242 pages
- Publisher: Self-Published; 2nd edition (August 2003)
- ISBN: 0974279021
Is there a marketing
101 book available for VA's?
Yes. My friend, confident,
and fellow VA Michelle Jamison has written a book to specifically
address this important issue. She will walk you through creating
your company identity, your marketing kit, advertising, online marketing,
networking and building community, referrals and creating a marketing
plan. A must have for marketing! No reviews available.
The Virtual Assistant's Guide to Marketing
by Michelle Jamison
- Paperback: 169 pages; Dimensions (in inches): 10.50 x 0.50
x 8.25
- Publisher: Word Assn Pub; (October 1, 2003)
- ISBN: 1932205675
Is there book that
will support me with building my client base?
This book is volume two of "The Virtual Assistant Series(tm),
and provides practical guidance for the startup-stage VA. Topics
include "Charting a Marketing Strategy," "Elements
of an Online Marketing Campaign," and "Finding Local Clients
-- Growing Your Business the Non-Virtual Way." (Includes diskette
with essential forms.)" Reviews were excellent!
The Virtual Assistant's 'Building Your
Client Base & Marketing 101' Manual and Workbook
by Christine Durst, Michael Haaren
- Spiral-bound: 51 pages
- Publisher: eEntrepreneurship Publishing Co., LLC; Bk & Disk
edition (October 2000)
- ISBN: 0970645724
Is there a book that will
help improve the success of my business?
"The book covers all the business nuts and bolts including
business and financial planning, pricing your services, billing,
and setting up your business. Plus, it offers information on creating
your web site, daily operational procedures and most importantly,
how and where to find clients. Discover how to put your existing
skills to work for clients around the globe and apply them across
many different industries." No reviews available.
Virtual Assistant, The Series: Become
a Highly Successful, Sought After VA
by Diana Ennen, Kelly Poelker
- Paperback: 248 pages; Dimensions (in inches): 11.00 x 0.52
x 8.25
- Publisher: Another 8 Hours Publishing; (August 30, 2004)
- ISBN: 0974279056
Brought to you by
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and the Virtual Assistant Training Program
Making dreams reality!
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