Blogs, Blogging, Blogger...What does it all mean anyway?

I'm sure many of you heard the term "blog" or "weblog" many times. I've gathered from many people that there is a great deal of uncertainty of what a blog is all about and how it can benefit your business or organization. I'm here to clear the air.

A blog is a web location that is updated regularly (daily, weekly, monthly) with individual articles called blog "posts" or "entries" delivering fresh content to viewers. A person who posts these entries is called a "blogger". Blogging is a term used to describe authoring and maintaining blogs.

Blogs vs. conventional websites? Here are just some reasons why blogs are growing in demand:

1. Websites are expensive, blogs are cheap.
2. A blog can be changed and updated very easily.
3. Blogs can be set up quickly.
4. It can take months for popular search engines to find your conventional website but only two or three days with a blog.
5. The media are more likely to find you on a blog.
6. You market and expose yourself automatically with a blog, a conventional website requires a lot of promotion.
   

This is not to say that you shouldn't have a conventional website but having a blog will certainly be beneficial to your business or organization. For more information please contact me at virtualoffice@nf.sympatico.ca to learn how the blogging trend can help you gain more exposure and get your name out there!

Holiday? No, keep working.........

Happy Canada Day Everyone! I thought this would be a great day to post an entry on holidays and working beyond "normal" business hours (i.e. 9 - 5).

I realize that each business professional and organization have unique hours in which work must be performed. Not everything can be done in a 9 -5 workday and many times work must continue even on holidays.

If you fall into this category, I am happy to be able to relieve some of your anxiety. I can complete any administrative task that you need on YOUR time, when YOU need it. Contact me at virtualoffice@nf.sympatico.ca so we can discuss what options you have. I promise you will feel much better!

Benefits of Using Our Service

One of the biggest challenges in this industry is convincing prospective clients that we are an excellent choice when looking for quality, professional office services. I thought it would be interesting to touch on why contracting a VA might be beneficial to your business.......

You can't or don't wish to hire an employee - I've heard so many times among prospective employers about the reluctance to hire an assistant because there is just not enough work to keep him/her busy everyday. I can work for you on an as needed basis, therefore it doesn't cost you anything when there is no work to be done. I am a self employed, independent contractor so there are no employee related payroll taxes, insurance, benefits, etc. that you need to be concerned about.

Commitment to professionalism - Unlike employees, VA's are self employed professionals. My reputation depends on your level of satisfaction so I determine exactly what your individual needs are and strive to deliver the best quality service. The more satisfied you are, the greater the possibility of gaining future contracts and referrals. This is my livelihood!

Improved time management - You may be spending too much time on administrative tasks and wish that you had more time to spend on increasing revenues. This can be very frustrating especially if you are not computer savvy. My expertise can be called upon on an as needed basis to complete your office projects or daily administrative tasks at competitive rates.

Only pay for actual time worked- I only work when you require my services therefore there is no "idle time". Many employees spend way too much time "playing with papers" waiting for the next task or project but we are only paid for the time spent working on your request.

We use our own space and equipment - No need to worry if you don't have the space or necessary office equipment to get the job done. I work from my own fully equipped home office.