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I am so happy that I've got the motivation back to write my book! #

#VATip Keep track of your business expenses since most are tax deductible. #

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Have a super day everyone! Make it golden. I know mine will be. #

Well, I'm off to take my meds and wake my daughter up like she usually wakes us up early. hehe…we are so mean! #

My daughter started 4th grade yesterday. *sniffle* They grow so fast!! #

I'm excited, because we're going to the mall today. Other than being sick, I haven't had much down time lately. So I'm excited about today. #

"My definition of an expert in any field is a person who knows enough about what's really going on to be scared." P. J. Plauger #

Also for Virtual Assistants, I have a great free report to help you make sure you're not undercharging! http://bit.ly/vwTqq #

Don't forget if you're new to being a VA or thinking about being one to sign up for my free eCourse http://bit.ly/Off7T #

I'd like to thank @footbridgex @SavvyVA @AceConcierge @Msbbp404 for the #followfriday shout outs yesterday. You warm my heart. #

But the good news is that I'm feeling better (just tired), and I'm ready to keep moving forward! Are you? #

In case you've missed me, I've been fighting off a couple of infections and then came back to a business mess to clean up. #

Good morning! I hope everyone has a great Saturday. #

New to being a VA? Sign up for my free eCourse "10 Tips to Start Your Virtual Assistant Business" http://bit.ly/Off7T #

#VATip If you don't like answering phones, don't offer phone services! Instead, connect with a VA that does, so you can refer. #

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Virtual Assistants: I just finished opening all August courses for registration! Get the skills to get the clients! http://bit.ly/NfnXO #

#VATip Make sure to have a separate business phone line from your home phone–it must be answered professionally! #

New to being a VA? Sign up for my free eCourse "10 Tips to Start Your Virtual Assistant Business" http://bit.ly/Off7T #

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RT @MelissaMcCreery: "Change is a challenge and an opportunity; not a threat." – Prince Phillip of England #

"Knowledge is power." Sir Francis Bacon #

#SHINE isn't about dreaming dreams – it's about pursuing them purposefully. Free call w/ alibrownla July 29 http://bit.ly/13HLTi #

New to being a VA? Sign up for my free eCourse "10 Tips to Start Your Virtual Assistant Business" http://bit.ly/Off7T #

Are you a Virtual Assistant struggling to get clients? Struggle no more! http://bit.ly/aajWy #

#VATip Have a "business policy" document to give new clients that outlines your office hours, methods of communication, etc. #

My daughter and I are going to see the new Harry Potter movie tomorrow! Yay! #

#VATip Keep hard copies of your contracts with clients in a fireproof container or cabinet. #

VAs: Two new classes starting on Monday morning! http://www.varu.org Ezine subscribers get a coupon code! http://bit.ly/42M7N #

RT @JohnLusher: #FollowFriday-Four ppl that are genuine and helpful – if u engage! @laurakennedy @aceconcierge @YourSavvyVA @mmangen #

New to being a VA? Sign up for my free eCourse "10 Tips to Start Your Virtual Assistant Business" http://bit.ly/Off7T #

#VATip Are you getting quality clients or are you taking just any client that offers you work? Good decisions=SUCCESS. #

Yes, it does seem odd that someone lactose intolerant wants a dairy farm. But I've only been LI for 1 year.

Now, I have to go round up some coffee. Having dogs is like having a dairy farm. They wake me up at 5 am. Ugh. #

#followfriday Amazing women to follow @aceconcierge @timeisagift @jmoservices @SophieZo @mmangen #

Well, good morning! I get my girl from her last week at Girl Scout camp today! Hurrah! I miss her. #

Wonderful! I'll follow all three of you and hopefully learn a bit!

@RayLinDairy @dairydino @gilmerdairy #followfriday Dairy Farms! #

There's a monumental shift happening in businessn & the world. It's time to #SHINE w/ @alibrownla – free call July 29. http://bit.ly/13HLTi #

Yes, few people know of my deep secret from the age of 3 to be a dairy farmer.

Shhhh. Don't tell. #

I think I'm in heaven! I just found an internet savvy dairy farm! @gilmerdairy #followfriday early! #

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Off to watch Harry Potter movie #4 – Goblet of Fire. Next Friday is #5, and then next Saturday for HP #6 in the theater! Woohoo! #

I've ordered my fall vegetables for planting. I love cool weather veggies. Yum. #

We had fried egg sandwiches for dinner. Yum! #

I discovered some1 on ebay stealing my bandwidth by using images off my site. So I changed the image. I don't think they'll do that again. #

Virtual Assistants: Are you shorting yourself thousands of dollars per year? See my free report to find out! http://bit.ly/vwTqq #

Get clients with skills they need you to have! Two of the classes start on Monday. Some July classes almost full! http://bit.ly/NfnXO #

RT @barefoot_exec: …if U R not passionate about what u DO, then make sure ur biz can FUND something U R passionate about! #

Ugh, the dirty dishes keep calling me. I'll be back in a little while. #

Virtual Assistant professional development classes start Monday! Article marketing http://bit.ly/11jaV0 & HTML 101 http://bit.ly/SXeRK #

Have you read my newest blog post, Top 5 Keys to Retain Clients? http://bit.ly/x8Wpa #

Also, don't forget to subscribe to my ezine to get 20% off all my products and services! http://bit.ly/42M7N #

Virtual Assistants: Get the skills you need to attract clients and earn more money! http://www.varu.org #

New to being a VA? Sign up for my free eCourse "10 Tips to Start Your Virtual Assistant Business" http://bit.ly/Off7T #

#VATip Keep your computer organized to find what you need quickly. Clients appreciate time-savers vs. time-wasters. #

Other dynamic people to follow for #followfriday @staceymayo @michealsavoie @JohnLusher and @TimeIsAGift #

#followfriday Extraordinary VAs w/intelligence to follow: @AceConcierge @KellyPoelker @DianaEnnen @mmangen and @savvyVA #

Time to take my daughter to camp. It's always much harder on Mom (aka me) than anyone else. But a brave face on…and bbl. #

Are you a Virtual Assistant struggling to get clients? Struggle no more! http://bit.ly/aajWy #

Virtual Assistants: Get the skills you need to attract clients and more money! http://www.varu.org #

We might actually get some rain here today. It's cloudy right now. My flowers are begging for it. #

My pit bull is curled up in a tiny ball (if you call 100 lbs tiny) on the couch grinning at me. LOL Such a vicious dog. #

#VATip Have you set 1-yr, 3-yr, and 5-yr goals for your VA business? Write a business plan even if you have no clients yet. #

Good morning! I'm stumbling around looking for my lost cup of coffee.

If you find it, please return! #

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I'm out of here for the night. Happy 4th and be safe if you're playing with fireworks! #

Virtual Assistants: Get the skills you need to attract clients and make more money! http://www.varu.org #

Struggling to get clients for your virtual assistant business? Struggle no more! Immediate download. http://bit.ly/aajWy #

New to being a VA? Sign up for my free eCourse "10 Tips to Start Your Virtual Assistant Business" http://bit.ly/Off7T #

#VATip Set regular intervals for checking email and phone messages so you can work uninterrupted on tasks. #

I hope everyone is having a wonderful 4th of July! We have had a great day so far. #

Now my big decision for the day….what to have for dinner. I'm in one of those funks where I'm tired of choosing what to eat/make. #

I also had some good news with a houseplant I've been trying to revive for someone. It's got signs of green again! #

Many people that couldn't get my Be a Power VA Starter Success Kit before can afford it now! http://bit.ly/aajWy That makes me happy. #

This has been a great day! #

Well, it's time for me to go make more money! I'll be back later today. #

Dad's making our wands (my daughter going as Ginny Weasley) from real wood, because he's a woodworking type of guy! We're so excited. #

I now have almost my whole family involved in making my Molly Weasley costume for Halloween.

Mmm, the coffee smells good as it's brewing. #

#VATip Whatever tasks you have for today, try to do the ones you enjoy the least first, then you won't dread them all day! #

Are you a Virtual Assistant struggling to get clients? Struggle no more! Avail. for immediate download! http://bit.ly/aajWy #

Good morning! I wish everyone a fantastic Thursday! #

Oh, the dogs are begging me for snack time. I'll be back later if I can!! #

RT @kellypoelker: Good VAs do exist so don't let your bad experiences taint your view of an entire industry. http://bit.ly/rAr7B #

RT @TimeIsAGift: Leadership development is a lifetime journey, not a quick trip. – @JohnMaxwell #fb #

Not much time, but I am still alive. Thought I'd pop in for a second, take a few quick breaths, and head back under the water. Whew! #

RT @VAnetworking: FREE webinar 5 min: Mastery of Self: The Alchemy of Personal Transformation w/ Jennifer Joyce http://bit.ly/oKWRQ #

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RT @kimciaramella: A bird does not sing because it has an answer; it sings because it has a song. Chinese proverb #

RT @AceConcierge: "Delegating means letting others become the experts and hence the best." Timothy Firnstahl #

RT @mmangen: I want my children to have all the things I couldn't afford. Then I want to move in with them. ~ Phyllis Diller #

Going to make some hot dogs and french fries for lunch. The crew is happy about that! #

RT @YourSavvyVA: Keeping it real! Its not about quantity its about quality and making real connections

#VATip Set office hours 4 ur biz. This prevents ur clients from blurring ur home/business life. Charge extra 4 after hours. #

I may need another cup of coffee this morning. Zzzzzzz #

Have a biz that markets to work at home moms or virtual assistants? Become an affiliate today! 25% commission! http://bit.ly/A7J8p #

Are you a Virtual Assistant struggling to get clients? It doesn't have to be a struggle! http://bit.ly/aajWy 3rd prod. run now shipping! #

Just starting as a VA? Sign up for my free eCourse "10 Tips to Start Your Virtual Assistant Business" http://bit.ly/Off7T #

#VATip Use a service like eFax or something similar where your faxes come in as PDF files via email to save on paper and ink! #

Okay, away for a little bit to eat dinner. Yum! #

RT @AceConcierge: @mmangen Thanks for the retweet!!! Best darn Virtual QuickBooks Pro ever. #

You can come over and watch wtih us, but bring soda and popcorn. #

So Friday nights are Harry Potter nights through July 17. #

Then we watch each one until we can go together to see the new movie on July 18 together. Woohoo! #

Tonight is the night I watch the first Harry Potter movie on DVD with my daughter. #

People will a lot of knowledge to share: @LauraKennedy @barefoot_exec @selfgrowthnow @dudeman718 @JohnLusher #followfriday #

#FollowFriday Smart VAs you should be following: @DianaEnen @AceConcierge @mmangen @MarsVA @SophieZo @VANetworking #

RT @thehrgoddess: #followfriday – ? @AceConcierge @jawar @ramartijr @divacoachdabney @TracyeDukes @va_resource ? #

Okay, I am going to go eat dinner with my family now. #

RT @mmangen: Several Do’s And Don’ts For Starting A Virtual Assisting Business | Internet Business http://bit.ly/16ucn1 #

#VATip Keep accurate track of your time on tasks. 5 minutes lost per task from guessing can equal $1,000 per year in losses for you. #

New to being a VA? Sign up for my free eCourse "10 Tips to Start Your Virtual Assistant Business" http://bit.ly/Off7T #

RT @sbwalsh: Get rid of anything that isn't useful, beautiful or joyful. #

Welcome to all of my new followers today. I look forward to getting to know you through your tweets! #

RT @DelilahS: Attending @vanetworking Free webinar "Do It Yourself Brain Surgery." Great info. #

And then I spent some time with my daughter after she got back from Girl Scout Day Camp this afternoon. #

Hello, world! I hope everyone had a great hump day. I spent part of the day mapping out my goals for the next 6 mos. #

RT @AceConcierge: RT @fitbet: @LauraKennedy Finding your passion and living your dream is the key to success and happiness. Live on!! #

RT @AceConcierge: Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined. – Henry David Thoreau #

RT @MelissaMcCreery: RT @Orrin_Woodward: Education is learning what you didn't even know you didn't know. – Daniel J. Boorstin #

RT @VAerin: VAinsiders don't miss the eSeminar going on right now! (and you can sign up to be a VAInsider! http://bit.ly/10TA28 ) #

If I could still drink alcohol/liquor, I'd have one tonight. But instead, I'll have a yummy herbal tea to celebrate my great day. #

"Do what you can, with what you have, where you are." Theodore Roosevelt #

In addition to all that great stuff, I counted 8 butterflies on my butterfly bush today! All different colors too! So pretty. #

I also feel good because I finished a large project for one of my clients that's been ongoing for 2 months now. Whew. #

#VATip Make sure everyone in your local circle knows you're a VA and what a VA does. It can help you get local clients! #

I'm so excited today; my favorite coneflowers are starting to bloom! They are so awesome when they are fully extended! #

New to being a VA? Sign up for my free eCourse "10 Tips to Start Your Virtual Assistant Business" http://bit.ly/Off7T #

RT @GardeningFun: Teach your children to garden, it adds values that add character & give them a larger chance to succeed in life! #garden #

Are you a new Virtual Assistant still struggling to get your first few clients? Struggle no more! http://bit.ly/aajWy #

"Diamonds are nothing more than chunks of coal that stuck to their jobs." Malcolm Forbes #

#VATip By getting 2 know ur clients, u can find more ways to free up ur clients' schedule & get more tasks/work for you! #

#VAResource Some valuable programs for VAs to learn real skills! http://is.gd/ZgRF #

It's been a wonderful Monday with lots of possibilities! How has your day been? #

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I'm going to go talk to my violets and orchids. Yes, I realize that doesn't sound sane… #

RT @AceConcierge: RT @Nickeyh: Adversity is the diamond dust that heaven polishes its jewels with. Leighton #

Virtual Assistants: Please take my survey on professional development! I'd love to hear from you. http://bit.ly/3udWR #

I find the people claiming they work 2 hours a week and make all this money funny–because they spent 30 hrs Twittering this fact w/link. #

RT @mmangen: I love to travel, But hate to arrive. -Albert Einstein #

New to being a VA? Sign up for my free eCourse "10 Tips to Start Your Virtual Assistant Business" http://bit.ly/Off7T #

They can cut the grass to their hearts' content. I need to water my bucket garden. #

My Dad got a new lawn spin on a dime mower thing, and I think my SO and Dad were out there arguing over who got to cut grass first. LOL Men. #

RT @mmangen: You have to expect things of yourself before you can do them." Michael Jordan via @Pentenscribes #

I'm back! #

RT @AceConcierge: 51 Virtual Assistant Tasks to Save You Time and Money http://bit.ly/uAAum If your task/project isn't listed, JUST ASK!!! #

Now I really am walking the dogs. They are giving me begging eyes. #

FYI Kickstart Cart = 1shoppingcart and all it's other names. #

RT @ProsperbyDesign: Still looking for a VA with Affiliate MGMT and KickStart CART!! #

Speaking of dogs..time to walk and feed them. BBL! #

I love my dogs. My 13" beagle is ferocious and my pit bull is a knee-high 100 lb baby. #

RT @SelfGrowthNow: 'Why Dogs Make Better Friends Than People' Do you think this is true? http://is.gd/TsLS (yes, it's true!) #

I just realized I'm over 1900 followers. I am humbled and honored that you'd all follow me! (sounds stalkerish still) #

My favorite color is yellow. I just can't wear it. #

er not my fave. #

But do not be afraid! It is only a Twitter background with touches of orange! I have a thing for orange, even though it's my fave. #

I put up a new background I made too. I haven't tested it in smaller resolutions yet, so those of you w/might be scared to see it. #

RT @kellyann18: A goal without a plan is just a wish. #

Would like to give one last #followfriday out today to @BianaBabinsky – if you're selling online, you need her! #

I'm also loving the feedback that's starting to roll in. It makes me just glow to be able to help people! #

I'm very excited, because I just had to place my 3rd production run of my Be a Power VA Starter Success Kit today! http://bit.ly/aajWy h … #

I'm have something new & exciting for next week. So make sure you sign up for my ezine to hear first! http://is.gd/ZfVh #

#VAResource I can't say it enough, but I really wish the Membership Specialist program was available when I started! http://is.gd/ZgRF #

My daughter and her friend (who is spending the night) are making pizzas. I love to let the kids make pizzas when they sleep over. #

Now, I'm going to disappear for a while to do the few hours of work I have for today. BBL tonight.

#VATip A can-do attitude will take your VA business further than a "I could never do that" attitude will. Research & learn! #

It was lovely to sleep in today. Now let me run and get my coffee. Mmmm…coffee. #

Okay, it's time for me to go to bed. I wish you all a wonderful evening! See you on the flip. #

A person with a lot of connections and information to share @dudeman718 #followfriday #

Loving @barefoot_exec 's Magnetic List Building 12 week program. I'm in week 5. http://bit.ly/tDfhs #

I hope I spelled all those right.

It's late and my old eyes are tired. #

Very personable, down to earth folks to connect with @YourSavvyVA @MarsVA @LauraKennedy @JohnLusher @ChristinaLemmey #followfriday #

VAs that inspire @aceconcierge @mmangen @dianaenen @VAnetworking @KellyWilliamsVA @VAInnovations @CindyGreenway #followfriday #

Before I run off to read in bed, I want to start #followfriday early since I have missed it the last couple of weeks. #

Considering becoming a VA? Sign up for my free eCourse "10 Tips to Start Your Virtual Assistant Business" http://bit.ly/Off7T #

Rumble rumble! Something exciting is moving around my business walls. Sign up for my ezine to find out first! http://is.gd/ZfVh #

OMG! I just looked at the clock and thought it said 12:58 instead of 10:58. LOL I thought, man I stayed up later than I thought! #

I have scheduled some sleep late time for tomorrow morning. Yay!! I need it. #

The Easter Lily flowers are dead now, but they were lovely while they lasted. Worth the wait this year. #

My Easter Lily as it was halfway through blooming 7 flower buds! Never had 7 at one time before! http://twitpic.com/75re9 #

Welcome to all my new followers. I look forward to learning about you. #

Virtual Assistants: Are you shorting yourself thousands of dollars per year? Get my free report to find out! http://bit.ly/vwTqq #

#VAResource I wish the Membership Specialist program was available to me when I started! http://is.gd/ZgRF #

RT @BianaBabinsky: join me for Info Products training http://is.gd/ZgyM (This is bound to be awesome, because Biana delivers!) #

Here's a pic of my African Violets. So pretty! http://twitpic.com/75mfg #

This day has been so incredible and productive. Full of the positive energy I was hoping for this morning.

Rumble rumble! Something exciting is moving around my business walls. Sign up for my ezine to find out first! http://is.gd/ZfVh #

RT @mmangen: The biggest adventure you can ever take is to live the life of your dreams. Oprah Winfrey -via @MarkZaman #

RT @AceConcierge: RT @fitbet: The greatest wealth is health. ~Virgil (AMEN) #

#VATip Return calls and emails from clients and potential clients as quickly as possible. #

And now it's time to get her to bed. So in case I pick up a good book on the way back from there and don't make it back here, goodnight! #

And one more http://twitpic.com/73613 #

Here's my daughter in some of her tap pictures with her recital costume: http://twitpic.com/735×7 #

RT @mmangen: Goals are the fuel in the furnace of achievement. Brian Tracy, Eat that Frog -via @TracyGardner #

RT @dudeman718: RT @mayhemstudios: Cool! @squarespace is giving away 30 iPhones in 30 days! via @daynah. http://bit.ly/Xxgxo #squarespace #

The television in the kitchen went out last week. The humming fridge doesn't seem to replace the t.v. sound well while we chew. #

New to being a VA? Sign up for my free eCourse "10 Tips to Start Your Virtual Assistant Business" http://bit.ly/Off7T #

RT @Mike_Wesely: #QUOTE: "A good advertisement is one which sells the product without drawing attention to itself." ~ David Ogilvy #

RT @residual_money: "Never let your work drive you. Master it and keep it in complete control." -Booker T. Washington #

RT @mmangen: Earth Friendly Goods from a Sustainable Store http://bit.ly/pGLtH –my friend, @bayinghound #

RT @TeddyShabba: "Great things are not done by impulse, but by a series of small things brought together." Vincent Van Gogh #

RT @VAinParadise: “Accountability breeds response-ability.”~ Stephen R. Covey #

#VATip Use a fax service that delivers faxes to you as a PDF file to save on paper and ink costs! Going green saves you money. #

I also spoke in Carrollton last week to a stay at home mom group that is looking for ways to make money from home. It was fun! #

I got some African Violets as a gift, and I love them! They are next to my orchids since both require special care. #

Well, I've been MIA. Working hard on my course content since my professional development courses will open up at the end of this month! #

#VATip Set realistic goals for your VA business. 6-figures year 1 is not realistic. #

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RT @AceConcierge: RT @entreprediva: “The highest form of ignorance is when you reject something you don’t know anything about.”WDyer #

RT @LauraKennedy Live Call TONIGHT w/ @johnlusher “It’s all in the follow-up” 9pm Est http://tinyurl.com/qu7oj2 Join us!!!!! #

Working on getting the pool not so green, so it can start warming up for swimming fun this summer. #

Busy busy this weekend, but then I have a few weeks to relax and take life at a slower pace! Yay! I’m ready. #

#VATip Be honest about your skills with potential clients–the good ones will appreciate your honesty and may let you learn as you go! #

#VATip Set your business hours, even if scattered, so your clients know when to expect communication/work from you! #

Considering being a VA or just starting? Sign up for my free eCourse “10 Tips to Start Your Virtual Assistant Business” http://bit.ly/Off7T #

Virtual Assistants: Don’t lose thousands of dollars per year! Get my free report now! http://bit.ly/vwTqq #

RT @VAnetworking: Starting now @a25hourday speaking at our VA eSeminars http://short.to/2xkz #

RT @dudeman718 #women2follow @otherijustine @KellyOlexa @CanadianChickXO @yourimpact @Carissa_MomIF @brainpicker @misssmith11 @kendratho … #

RT @thehrgoddess: People who never do any more than they get paid for, never get paid for any more than they do. ~Elbert Hubbard #

RT @LauraKennedy: Live Call w/ @johnlusher “It’s all in the follow-up” Thurs 9pm Est http://tinyurl.com/qu7oj2 #

New & Aspiring VAs: Sign up for my free eCourse “10 Tips to Start Your Virtual Assistant Business” http://bit.ly/Off7T #

I hope everyone has a super productive and awesome day.

I need to get some things done early, so I’m out until tonight. #

My daughter is enjoying her first week off of summer. She starts one of the five camps she signed up for next week. #

Good morning! It’s a beautiful day, and I’m ready to make things happen this morning. #

I just set up a client’s next 10 ezines this morning to send on preset dates. So that’s 10 weeks she doesn’t have to think about it.

Have a website that markets to work at home moms or virtual assistants? Become an affiliate today! http://bit.ly/A7J8p #

RT @scottbradley77: People don’t care how much you know, until they know how much you care. ~John C. Maxwell #quotes #

RT @JohnLusher: RT @ShannonHerod: Are you doing something to move closer to your goals? #

I had 10 more people sign up today for my free eCourse, “10 Tips to Start Your Virtual Assistant Business!” http://bit.ly/Off7T #

I was very excited, because my Sims 3 game came today. However, 45 minutes later, it’s not even half way done installing… #

RT @thehrgoddess: “Each person must live their life as a model for others.” ~Rosa Parks #

Considering becoming a VA? Sign up for my free eCourse “10 Tips to Start Your Virtual Assistant Business” http://bit.ly/Off7T #

#VATip Paid marketing seldom works for VAs. Stick to building relationships and word of mouth–those are great and FREE! #

Good morning! I hope everyone is having an awesome week so far. #

Well, the mop is in the kitchen, and it’s calling me to do what I know I have to do but have successfully put off doing for some time. BBL! #

RT @VAForums: RT @EdgeVA @IVAACastThe vendor-client relationship in real world terms http://tinyurl.com/mldb5c #

Need to walk the dogs, because they are looking at me so sad. Be back in a little bit! #

RT @JohnLusher: Do you incorporate Social Media into your marketing plan? Do you need help? http://twurl.nl/gw02at #

I encourage all new or aspiring virtual assistants to say hello to me and let me know your biggest struggle right now. I’d love to help! #

It also appears that I have tons of new followers. Welcome! #

I heard from the first people to order my Be a Power VA Starter Success Kit. Lots of good results coming in already! http://bit.ly/aajWy #

New to being a VA? Sign up for my free eCourse “10 Tips to Start Your Virtual Assistant Business” http://bit.ly/Off7T #

RT @AceConcierge: “We all have our time machines. Some take us back, they’re called memories. Some take us forward, they’re called dreams.” #

Thank you everyone for all the wonderful #followfriday messages I received. I’m sorry I was not here Friday to offer any in return. #

#VATip When coming up with a VAbusiness name, incorporate things from your own personality as well as the industry/niche you will serve. #

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#VATip If you use a laptop, you can put your office outside on nice days as long as it doesn’t distract you from working! #

Now that I’m recharged, I’m ready to get back into the swing of things for this Tuesday. I hope your day is amazing! #

Good morning! I had a nice long weekend relaxing with family and being grateful for our military personnel past and present. #

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