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The book is fabulous! I'm serious. This is the kind of book that I wanted to see for the industry. Congratulations on a job well done. I endorse this book highly and it is required reading for all VAU participants.

Virtual Assistant - The Series leaves no stone unturned in providing information on how to start and operate a successful virtual assisting business. It's well written, informative, and packed full of valuable tips to ensure your success.

Kelly and Diana have done a great job detailing every aspect of starting your own VA business. The book breaks down by chapter what to do, who to target, what has been successful for others. I got a lot of great ideas for my own business from this book, and I HIGHLY recommend to anyone who is even thinking of starting their own business. This book and the stories in it will encourage and inspire you to DO IT ... RIGHT NOW!!! Thanks Diana and Kelly for being such an inspiration to us fledgling entrepreneurs.

"We have used Virtual Assistant: the Series for two years now in our online training of Virtual Assistants. This is an excellent resource for instructing VA students on topics relevant to this industry. Diana and Kelly have done a thorough job detailing what is required to be a successful VA." 

I bought it after a bizymoms chat, wanting to hear more from Kelly, but needing to get to bed. I took it with me to just skim the table of contents, next thing I know it was 3am. And even then, I couldnt sleep, I was too full of new promotional ideas and the other VAs experiences!

I just wanted to say thank you so much for taking the time to write this book. It has been a godsend to me while starting up my business. I now consider it my business bible and will keep it close at hand to consult when necessary.

Kelly Poelker and Diana Ennen have written a book on VA start ups that is well worth the time to check out. I particularly liked the Internet related and marketing sections as well as the "In Their Own Words" sections at the end of each chapter......suggestions and observations from existing, successful VA's. Good Reading!

I received your book a couple days ago. It's perfect! Exactly what I need and very informative. I can't wait to get my business going.

Terrific Book!
A "must read" for anyone in the virtual assistant industry. This book offers proven facts and indepth information from highly respected authors who walk the walk and talk the talk.

A great educational tool for VAs looking to improve their game or those just starting out in the wonderful world of virtual assistance.

This book is very thorough, concise and was an easy read for me - one that I didn't want to put down. I look forward to reading future books in the series.

A book no VA should be without...
This book is amazing; it addresses so many of the trials and tribulations a VA could face, and the various resources available to resolve the issues. Many VAs have gone through the adventures you are going through now starting and building a successful business, and they share their bits and bites about what does and does not work. You never feel as though you are alone in your own VA world. The industry is growing and your business will too with the assistance of "Virtual Assistant - The Series." It's definitely worth the read.

Better than a "Dummies" book
There's nothing confusing about this book, or overwhelming as in the "Dummies" books (an oxymoron, huh?), and incidentally, VA's is incorrect; it should be VAs because it's non-possessive. Or do they use the apostrophe since it's so short?? Since we want to be accurate VAs or VA's, it would behoove us to find out the correct form.

This book is the best of two that I've read because it has more enthusiasm and a left lofty approach to the career, in my opinion. I plan to use this as my "tutorial" guide after having soured on the corporate life.

One of the Best.
I wish I would have had this book when starting my own VA business. I have been a Virtual Assistant for 8 years and when I started there was not much in the way of VA Training. Diana Ennen & Kelly Poelker have put together a reference tool that I will refer to time and time again.

Just the financial planning section is worth the price of the entire book!

Virtual Assistance U and Red Deer College utilize the book for training future Virtual Assistants! That speaks volumes to me in regards to how valuable this book really is for anyone entering the Virtual Assistant industry.

I would like to thank Diana Ennen and Kelly Poelker for making my daily work life a little bit easier! Nancy A. Brown http://www.virtualgalfriday.com

The VA "Bible"
Diana Ennen and Kelly Poelker capture and provide you with all the information you need to be armed with to be a highly successful Virtual Assistant. The information they provide is based on their real life experiences, making this book a must have for anyone considering this field. If you only purchase one book to guide you or help you decide if being a VA is for you, this is it. Use this book as you decide to become a VA, as you set up yoru office, as you market your services, and as you run your buisness. Everything you need it right here in one easy to follow format.

Great Guide for VAs and Small Companies
I just had to write and say that I love this book! I already own a home business, and I actually figured this guide might help me find resources for locating a VA, since it's known as "the" resource for virtual assistants. And wow, not only did I get a ton of great resources, but I learned so much that I could apply to my own business. (Loved the coaching tips!)

Virtual Assistant, The Series is simply chock full of everything you would ever want to know about starting a virtual assistant business - learning the skills, contracts and forms needed, the day by day expectations of a VA, plenty of niche services to explore, resources on starting a VA site, even collection tips. It also has a great list of resources that can help those of us looking for a VA find someone great.

If you want to start a VA business (or any service business for that matter) or want to add those services to your current business, you are definitely going to want this guide!

2. Virtual Assistants
This field is becoming more and more popular as office and healthcare costs soar. Most small businesspeople need administrative help, but on a limited basis. Virtual assistants can charge an average of $35 per hour for basic administrative tasks such as typing and transcription, data entry and light accounting. Because the small business owner only needs to hire the virtual assistant for a few hours at a time, both parties make out very nicely, thank you very much. High-speed Internet access, a reliable computer and fax set-up gets you started towards making that six-figure income that can keep you in the style to which you're about to become accustomed. Virtual Assistant - The Series: Become a Highly Successful, Sought After VA, 3rd Edition rev - by Diana Ennen & Kelly Poelker can start you in the right direction. Clearly and succinctly, it lays out all the steps to take, and pitfalls to avoid.
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A complete reference guide to starting a successful and profitable virtual assistant business.
When they say "complete reference guide" they aren't kidding. This workbook/manual is what any woman needs to become a successful VA. The books spends a great deal of effort and knowledge outlining the details involved in starting your own VA business.

I was extremely impressed with the suggestions and the insightful observations presented from VA's already successful in their field.

Not only do Poeker and Ennen share their own experiences in the industry but they also share recommendations from the pros.A great tool for VA's new or practiced.

Good luck in 2006,
--Michelle-Malone-Peterson-->
Team SOHO \ Senior Editor Extraordinaire

The Best Resource on the Net for Starting a Virtual Assistant Business:

Virtual Assistant - The Series: Become a Highly Successful, Sought After VA - sets the stage for starting, operating, and growing a successful and PROFITABLE virtual assistant 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.

A "must read" for anyone in the virtual assistant industry. This book offers proven facts and indepth information from highly respected authors who walk the walk and talk the talk.

A great educational tool for VAs looking to improve their game or those just starting out in the wonderful world of virtual assistance.

This book is very thorough, concise and was an easy read for me - one that I didn't want to put down. I look forward to reading future books in the series.

Diana Ennen, with 20+ years in business and Virtual Assistant experience and Kelly Poelker, Master Virtual Assistant have created an informative manual that covers everything from choosing your business and domain names, creating a business and marketing plan, to designing your website, advertising and promotion of your new VA business.

Offering tips and articles from other industry experts including Liz Foldger, Janice Byer, Michelle Dunn and many more, Virtual Assistant - The Series leaves no stone unturned. This professionally written handbook is easy to read yet in-depth. Much of the information covered could easily be adapted for any home business start up.

Resources including information on target markets, specialized VA services, business accounting and daily operational procedures provide readers with extensive information. The final chapter includes checklists, sample forms, sample contracts and links to numerous other Virtual Assistant resources.

Throughout Virtual Assistant - The Series, you'll hear from many virtual assistants offering information about their business, which areas they specialize in, the training they've received, business rates, the mistakes they made and their accomplishments - all "In Their Own Words".

I strongly encourage anyone considering the VA profession to grab a copy of Virtual Assistant - The Series: Become a Highly Successful, Sought After VA today. You won't be disappointed!

What a Stellar Virtual Assistant Resource!

As a contributing Virtual Assistant for the Virtual Assistant, The Series: Become a Highly Successful, Sought After VA., Diana has done an awesome job in putting this series together. She not only has put forth a outstanding book but has requested the latest information from world-renown VA's who have contributed to this work. I must say I am honored to share my experience and expertise with others who would benefit.

I honestly wish I had this resource when I started my business 8 years ago. This book would have assisted me in assessing my skill set and finding exactly what I would have wanted to offer in my business.

Personally, I have spent hundreds of dollars on resources that were not as comprehensive, clear and concise as the Virtual Assistant, The Series: Become a Highly Successful, Sought After VA.

Specifically I found the other individual VA's trials and trimuphs to be poignant, wise, assistive as well as being presented in an easy going style for all to enjoy.

I would highly recommend this book wholeheartedly to anyone; but specifically those who are thinking of becoming a VA or are already an experienced VA. There is something to learn for everyone in this book.
Michelle R. Finn "RHIA, HRS, MVA"
(Cincinnati, OH USA)

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