While reading through a few other blogs today, I came across this post:

(source)Everywhere I look lately I’m seeing Virtual Assistants this and Virtual Assistants that.

Articles in mainstream media, blog posts and podcasts. Where has this all come from?

This growing interest in the Virtual Assistant industry is no doubt good for business – and it seems like the online small business collective has just “got it” … that using the services of a good virtual Assistant frees up your time so you can focus on what you’re good at and pay others to do what they’re good at.

For those who are wondering whether or not now is a good time to become a virtual assistant, the answer is a resounding yes – it’s a great time to become a VA!

Of course, the article goes on to say:

(source)But with such growing interest, there’ll be no doubt the bandwagon jumpers and those that will pass themselves off as VA’s when they’re far from it.

Without a doubt, I agree with this sentiment as well: while it’s a great time to become a virtual assistant, it is essential to know that you’re going about things in the right way. Take the time to learn about what virtual assistant do before you become a VA. Learn a bit more about running your business – or about running a business in general. Talk with other virtual assistants, but, most of all when you’re planning to become a virtual assistant, take the time to talk over with others who have been there to understand what it’s going to take.

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