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VAnetworking 5 Year Birthday Bash!!!

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Birthday Bash Announcements (Public Viewing) Here's where we'll post information on this exciting event. Forum Led by: PattyD, Tawnya	8	52	Sep 30 2008, 05:47 PM In: Protected Forum By: cjva
Birthday Bash Current Specials, Events, Activities & Freebies (By RSVP Only) Here's where all the Birthday Bash Specials will be located. Forum Led by: PattyD, Tawnya	14	65	Nov 16 2008, 01:30 PM In: Protected Forum By: Tawnya
Birthday Bash Odds n Ends (By RSVP Only) If you have questions, feedback or just want to chat about our Birthday Bash celebrations, post them here.	1	11	Oct 29 2008, 10:40 AM In: Protected Forum By: QPMS

Virtual Assistant Networking Forum (VAnetworking)

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General Virtual Assistant Questions This is the forum where everything goes when you don't know which forum area to post it in. Please do your best however to find a relevant topic under "Everything Virtual Assistance" forum sections by scrolling further below since it makes it easier to search specific content via the topics for our members. Forum Led by: Tawnya, PattyD	3,489	21,910	Yesterday, 09:29 PM In: Have Any of You Changed Your B... By: coxadmin
Introduce Yourself and Your Virtual Business! New to the forum? Introduce yourself to other registered users and help us get to know you. Forum Led by: PattyD, CandyBeauchamp	1,531	12,348	Yesterday, 04:48 PM In: Brand New By: proactive admin services

Virtual Assistant Networking Forum (VAnetworking) - Networking

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Exciting Virtual News VAs Can Use & Announcements This is a forum area highly frequented by our members and is the place for you and your business to shine with your announcement to the VA industry. Contact Tawnya for advertising information. If you want to announce your newsletter, please post in the Ezines & Newsletter Forum for free. Forum Led by: Tawnya, PattyD	619	3,252	Today, 01:02 AM In: We Won! StartupNation's B... By: Tawnya
Post Your Press Releases Here Together With PR You've Received! Here's the place to post press releases you've written and submitted about your business, results you've had from press releases or information/suggestions on where to post them on the Internet and how to promote them. Remember...press releases aren't just in the newspaper...they can also include releases on TV or radio or magazines! Forum Led by: Tawnya	203	946	Nov 20 2008, 03:20 AM In: Interview Tonight on Radio Sho... By: PattyD
Got an Ezine / Newsletter? This is the spot to brag about your ezine / newsletter. A great place to find other VAs who may want to do newsletter swap links too!	99	148	Nov 16 2008, 03:04 PM In: VAnetworking Weekender Report By: Tawnya
Virtual Assistant Trade, Barter, Sell or Just Giveaway! This is the area to trade items collecting in your garage, barter your services, sell equipment or sell your soul if you like. Forum Led by: Tawnya, Angela Smith	76	187	Oct 9 2008, 04:09 AM In: Freebies at October 10, 2008 E... By: Debbie Lynn
The VAccolade Business Entrepreneur Will you be our next VAccolade business entrepreneur of the week at VAnetworking? Forum Led by: PattyD, Angela Smith	118	1,436	Yesterday, 07:14 AM In: VAccolade Business Entrepreneu... By: TaraC
VAnetworking Blog of the Week Will you be our next VAnetworking Blog of the Week? Forum Led by: intouchva, PattyD	74	585	Nov 9 2008, 02:48 PM In: Blogs, blogs, blogs...OH MY!! By: VA-Judy6
VAnetworking Forum Contests - Let's Win! We are forever holding contests just because we love to have fun here. Read about our latest contests and feel free to join in. You may win! Forum Led by: Tawnya, PattyD	41	581	Nov 17 2008, 11:22 PM In: Contest prizes By: Tawnya
VAGTs - Virtual Assistant Get Togethers Looking to get together with another Virtual Assistant? Want to host a VAGT? Visiting another city and want to hook up for lunch with another VA? Look no further, signup here! Forum Led by: PattyD, Dana Fortier	143	1,097	Nov 19 2008, 02:39 PM In: VA's at BlogHer? By: lsmapp
VAnetworking Business eSeminars & Networking Chat Schedule Find out about the exciting expert speakers that VAnetworking will be featuring in our eSeminar room on a regular basis for our members. Plus join us for our networking nights here at VAnetworking. View upcoming dates/times here: http:/www.vanetworking.com/seminars/ Forum Led by: PattyD	326	653	Nov 20 2008, 06:05 PM In: Online Business Manager Semina... By: Caliber Virtual Services

Virtual Assistant Networking Forum (VAnetworking) - Everything Virtual Assistance

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Best Business Practices Here's where you can ask questions and learn about setting up processes/policies, contingency planning, and other best business practices for keeping your business safe and ready for anything life throws your way! Forum Led by: Yvonne Weld	36	195	Yesterday, 08:54 PM In: Backup and Recovery By: SheilaY
Blogging Tips, Tricks and Questions Do you have questions about blogs, RSS, what software to use, customization, using your blog to get clients? Do you just want to share your blog? This is the forum for you. Forum Led by: Frances Palaschuk	240	1,318	Nov 19 2008, 12:34 PM In: Wordpress Update Version 2.6.3 By: offsitebusinesssolutions
Bookkeeping Tips, Tricks and Questions Stuck in Quickbooks and not sure where to go from here? Maybe a client has put you in a bookkeeping dilemma? This is the area to post all your bookkeeping concerns. Forum Led by: CandyBeauchamp	253	1,191	Yesterday, 01:01 PM In: Keeping Personal Records - how... By: Gladys G
Communication Tips, Tricks and Questions Need to know how to communicate with your clients? Have questions about the various instant messenger programs out there? Need to know more about what type of phone(s) to have for your business? Got PDA questions or want to know what software you should get for your new TREO? Here's the place to ask your questions or tell VAs what you've found. Forum Led by: PattyD	22	119	Nov 13 2008, 02:15 PM In: MagicJack Free Local and Long ... By: Caliber Virtual Services
Computer Techie / Networking Tips An area to ask all your computer techinical questions from networking to the latest virus on the loose. Forum Led by: rocnred	284	1,562	Yesterday, 06:03 AM In: PDF Creator By: Pat Z.
Database Tips, Tricks and Questions Need an answer to your database problem? Can't figure out how to use Access, Act!, Goldmine, etc?	63	262	Nov 7 2008, 08:32 AM In: ASAP - Need Suggestion By: Elenora
Direct Marketing Tips, Tricks and Questions Got a marketing question? Is faxing or direct mail a better marketing tool? Is it wise to send my kids door-to-door handing out flyers? Post your direct marketing tips, tricks and questions here. Forum Led by: Tawnya, Karri	205	1,288	Nov 20 2008, 07:33 AM In: Marketing Question By: cathy0813
E-mail Clients Tips, Tricks and Questions If it has to do with email, post it here. Outlook, Outlook Express, Eudora, AOL, or other email software problems. Forum Led by: Tawnya	185	824	Nov 19 2008, 06:02 AM In: Email Blast through Constant C... By: YvonneMcCoy
Ezines & Newsletters Tips, Tricks and Questions Looking for the newest and most up-to-date info on creating your ezines/newsletters? Here's where you'll find the information. Also let us know about your newsletter by announcing it here in the subforum! Forum Led by: NaomiBlvs, Frances Palaschuk	61	310	Nov 6 2008, 07:33 AM In: Ezine for Multiple Companies i... By: KyliEvie
Graphic Design & Desktop Publishing Tips, Tricks and Questions Your questions regarding logos, brochures, business cards, image formats, PMS colors & more are answered here. From planning to creation to print, ask your questions so that others can help you solve the mysteries of desktop publishing, graphic design and everything related to using the Adobe Creative Suite programs. Forum Led by: YvonneMcCoy, intouchva	196	1,060	Nov 3 2008, 12:35 PM In: Final Version? By: Maplewood
Internet Tips, Tricks and Questions Need help surfing the net? Here is the place to post your geeky questions. Forum Led by: intouchva, Tawnya	90	411	Nov 19 2008, 10:18 PM In: IE Cache Won't Clear By: cherie27
Internet Marketing ~ SEO/Usability/Copywriting Tips, Tricks and Questions Looking for SEO/Usability/Copywriting answers? From how to get better rankings with the search engines to choosing the right keywords, get answers to these questions and more right here. Forum Led by: Tawnya, Karri	154	731	Nov 20 2008, 07:21 AM In: SEO Software By: TaraC
Joint Ventures Tips, Tricks and Questions Need to know the ins and outs of joint ventures? Here's the place to learn. Forum Led by: Tawnya	7	26	Nov 9 2008, 07:08 AM In: Success ... Is it in your own ... By: Jocarole
MSOffice Tips, Tricks and Questions Here is where you can find the answers to your questions regarding MSoffice products, along with some shortcuts in Word, Excel, or PowerPoint that would save time and money. Forum Led by: YvonneMcCoy	285	1,221	Nov 18 2008, 10:46 AM In: Power point 2003 footer By: Kathy C
Multi-VA Business Are you turning away clients because your Virtual Assistant business is full? Here's where you'll be able to learn about adding a team to your business! Forum Led by: MichelleJamison	29	322	Nov 6 2008, 05:01 AM In: Project Managers By: Maplewood
Networking (Online or Off-line) Tips & Tricks for Success Need help networking? Making connections can be tough, but building your network is the best way to create a referral based business! Forum Led by: jennydecki	92	654	Yesterday, 12:08 PM In: What is your Skype Id? By: Teri8D
Organization, Efficiency & Project Management Tips, Tricks & Questions Maintaining an efficient office is crucial to your business success. Discuss organization, clutter free offices, project management, time tracking software, delegation, and more here. Forum Led by: PattyD, Maplewood	64	387	Yesterday, 04:17 PM In: Protected Forum By: Debbie Lynn
Outsourcing / Subcontracting Have you built your business by subcontracting for other virtual assistants? Have you always wondered how some people get clients so easy while you struggle, yet you are so good at what you do? Or, do you have specific outsourcing questions? Here is the place to ask questions and learn how to maximize your strengths. Forum Led by: CrystalPina, PattyD	31	167	Nov 20 2008, 08:10 AM In: How Do I Find VA's To Subc... By: Office Pro
Podcasting / Audio Tips, Tricks and Questions Hear all the latest surrounding audio! New to Podcasting? Not sure what microphone to buy? Just have some general audio recording questions? Here's the area that you need to come to. Forum Led by: rocnred, Tawnya	49	222	Yesterday, 04:51 AM In: My New Toy (Microphone) Has Ar... By: VA-Judy6
Publicity / Branding Tips, Questions and Reviews Not sure that you need branding for your business? Don't lose business because people can't remember your company. Let's talk branding! Post here about how to deliver your message, creating brand loyalty, connecting with your target audience, and motivating your clients. Forum Led by: Tawnya	76	452	Nov 18 2008, 05:14 AM In: Celebrate Your Unique Talent D... By: Debbie Lynn
Software (Other Than MS) ~ Tips, Tricks and Questions This is the area to post questions on miscellaneous software that we use now and then for our business including open source products. Forum Led by: Tawnya	190	744	Yesterday, 11:40 AM In: Lock a pdf file to prevent edi... By: Maplewood
Starting Up / Part-Time VAs This is the place for VA business startup questions. If you are a part-time Virtual Assistant and have questions on how to juggle your act until you can go full-time, please ask here. Those that have been there and done it please share your experiences. Forum Led by: PattyD	67	410	Yesterday, 07:05 AM In: Protected Forum By: TaraC
Virtual Assistant Office Equipment & Supplies Raves and Reviews What will your startup costs be? What types of equipment must you invest in? Also an area to ask for reviews, questions or share new office toys/equipment/supplies, etc. VAs may want answers on these before they invest into their business. Forum Led by: Angela Smith, Tawnya	80	548	Oct 26 2008, 07:46 PM In: What Software Should a VA Have... By: rcalle
Virtual Assistant Specialties / Niche Many VAs are now starting to niche their services towards specialty groups. Got a specialty? Let us know about it. Forum Led by: Pam Ivey, LegalTypist, TerryGreen	412	2,195	Nov 17 2008, 01:19 PM In: What's it take to be a REVA? By: MER33
Virus Talk - Scares, Software Tips, Tricks and Questions Not sure which is a virus scare or a hoax? What virus software do you use? Having probs with your virus scan software? Ask here.	63	296	Yesterday, 12:26 PM In: tinyurl issues By: KarenSalter
Web Design Tips, Tricks and Questions Here's where you go to get answers to your questions in HTML coding and website development. Having trouble designing your website? What does CSS actually stand for? Get answers to these and many more questions here...or post a tip to help others. Forum Led by: PLS, NaomiBlvs	611	3,257	Yesterday, 04:19 PM In: My new and improved site! By: fyerfli1983
Writing, Grammar and Copywriting Tips, Tricks and Questions Looking for help with your writing? From how to punctuate correctly to choosing the right words to press releases to articles, you’ll get answers to all your writing questions and more right here. So, let’s talk about writing!! Forum Led by: Jaime Lee, Angela Smith	63	401	Nov 10 2008, 08:28 AM In: To Use "I" or "We"? By: Denise ATVACS

VAinsider Track - Paid Members Only

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The VAinsider Track - (Public Viewing Area) Ask Tawnya any questions you have here about VAnetworking's forum upgrade to a VAinsider Track Member. When you become a VAinsider Track Member, you will have full access to a SECRET AREA forum with many other topics within. VBSS members receive 50% discount and you can view more about this upgrade at www.VAnetworking.com/vainsider/ Forum Led by: Tawnya, PattyD, Pat Z., Karri	28	175	Nov 16 2008, 02:36 PM In: VAinsider’s THRIVING BUSINESS ... By: Tawnya
VAinsider Track Introduction (Members Only) You may have already introduced yourself in the main forum area but let's reintroduce ourselves here stating our goals, visions, etc. that we see for our virtual business success. Forum Led by: Tawnya, PattyD, Pat Z., Karri	72	312	Nov 19 2008, 07:05 AM In: Protected Forum By: jennydecki
VAinsider Track Miscellaneous Topics (Members Only) If you don't know where to post a question or topic to your VAinsider Track, please use this area for now. Forum Led by: Tawnya, PattyD, Pat Z., Karri	47	243	Oct 21 2008, 05:16 PM In: Protected Forum By: Myrlene
VAinsider Track Mastermind Discussion Area (Members Only) Discussion area for VAinsider Track members to discuss topics related to taking our business to that next plateau of success. Please keep this advanced discussion area relevant to furthering our business success. Any other regular topics i.e.) Tips, tricks, startup questions, etc. can go in main Public Forum area. Forum Led by: Karri, Tawnya, PattyD, Pat Z.	26	189	Nov 13 2008, 07:53 AM In: Protected Forum By: Kathy C
Thriving Business Accountability Group What safeguards do you have in place for your business? Have you documented your business to allow someone to "fill your shoes" in your absence? Are you thinking of adding team members, but worry that they will complete assignments to your standards? The VAinsider Club is excited to introduce the "Thriving Business Accountability Group." The purpose of this group is to work as a group to complete a business procedure manual and begin the daunting task of documenting your business. The overwhelming task of documenting your business will be broken into smaller areas of your business to provide you with a focus and the ability to break this large task into manageable sections. Forum Led by: Yvonne Weld	20	15	Nov 19 2008, 08:44 AM In: Protected Forum By: PattyD
VAinsider Track Monthly VAmotivator Seminars (Members Only) Join with us as we offer a more indepth discussion of our monthly VA Virtuoso Seminars. Download transcripts and seminar mp3s. Forum Led by: Tawnya, PattyD, Pat Z., Karri	18	45	Nov 8 2008, 05:08 PM In: Protected Forum By: Tawnya
VAinsider Track Template Downloads & Bonus Resources (Members Only) Check back here often for new bonus downloads, freebies, discounts and resources that come included in your VAinsider Track Membership. Forum Led by: Tawnya, PattyD, Pat Z., Karri	16	114	Yesterday, 04:07 AM In: Protected Forum By: PattyD
VAinsider Track Requests For Proposals (RFPs) Submitted Daily (Members Only) If you need a Virtual Assistant, please submit your RFP here and it will be posted to our VAinsider Track area. VAinsider Track Requests For Proposals (RFPs) Submitted Daily (Members Only Forum Led by: Tawnya,