I’m getting so excited ~ my Virtual Assistant website is almost ready for my Grand Opening Launch.

As I’m a Paralegal by profession, I’m going to be specializing in VA legal work for attorneys.  I’ve been putting together a list of resources and sites to call upon depending on the nature of the work I’ll be doing.

One of the sites I’ve found is Sentry Link, which provides information on doing a Background Check.

A National Criminal Background Check is a comprehensive criminal check that shows any felonies, misdemeanors or sex offenses at the state and local levels.

In this day and age, many employers, investigators, parents, Boards of Education, school bus companies, and daycare centers rely on a criminal check for this type of information every day to enable them to make informed decisions.

Some family members who’ve been applying for teaching jobs or positions in the social services field have recently had to undergo such investigations.  Background and criminal checks are also used for investigating an individual applying to a quasi-public agency who is going to be responsible for transporting clients.  Oftentimes a special certification is required for a driver’s license.

A background criminal check is also common when appointments are made at the Federal or State level for positions such as Commissioners or Judges.

If you’re a Virtual Assistant ~ bookmark this site!

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Keeping Things Simple for Entrepreneurs

Local Virtual Assistant Shares Tips

Wethersfield, Connecticut –September 10, 2008 – Answering phones. Reviewing emails. Billing customers. Updating websites. For many entrepreneurs, the daily grind of running a business is getting in the way of doing business. But according to one local virtual assistant, a small business owner can focus on profitable business tasks by simplifying their to-do list.

“Most entrepreneurs didn’t start their business thinking about all the time wasters they would need to do to keep the business running,” says Cynthia Matthews, owner of C A M Paralegal Virtual Assistant Services in Wethersfield. “By outsourcing those things to a virtual assistant, you will reduce stress – and focus on work that actually brings in money.”

Virtual assistants (VAs) are professional office assistants who provide office services and support without being physically present by using the Internet, fax, and telephone. Since much of their work is done online, they can work locally or globally. Founded in 2008, C A M Paralegal Virtual Assistant Services offers a variety of services including :

Basic Services-

* Data Entry

* E-mail Management and Drip Campaigns

* Bulk Mailings

* Basic Word Processing

Professional Services-

* Document Creation

* Proofreading and Editing

* Mail Merge

* Basic Transcription

* Online Calendaring and Scheduling

* Advertising Assistance- online and offline

* Online Task Management w/E-mail Reminders

* Ordering Client Gifts and Scheduling Delivery

* Customer/Client Follow-up incl. Satisfaction Surveys, Thank you Cards/Correspondence, Postcards, etc.

Specialized Services

* Internet Research

* Blog Posting, Forum Posting, Forum Moderation

* Press Release Creation and Submission

* Newletter/E-Newsletter creation and distribution

* Power Point Presentations

Premier Services

* Blog Setup, Monitoring and Maintenance- WordPress or Blogger

* Drafting of Legal/Real Estate Documents

* Human Resource Services- Posting job opening ads online and newspapers, organization of resume receipts, initial contact with applicants, scheduling of interviews, follow-up correspondence with applicants, etc.

• Event Planning & Coordination

According to Matthews, the benefits of outsourcing to a qualified VA are plentiful. VAs only charge for actual time worked. VAs use their own equipment so there is no wear and tear on your office equipment, nor is there a need for special equipment.

Matthews offers the following steps to discover what to outsource:

Figure out what your time is actually worth. “Whether you bill hourly or not, you need to start by figuring out how much your hourly rate is,” says Matthews.

Assess how many hours you are spending on non-revenue generating tasks. She suggests taking a few days and actually writing down every task done, and how long it takes to do. “Once you have this task/time list, look at which items are helping you build revenue,” she says. Usually reading/answering emails, answering phones, scheduling, etc., do not generate income.

Calculate how many more billable hours you can have. “Take your non-revenue generating tasks and times and multiple them by what you estimate your time is worth,” she says. “Most people are quite surprised by the amount of money that they are ‘using’ up.”

Find a VA to do those tasks. “Delegating those tasks to a VA is cheaper in the long run, and allows you to spend more time working on building your business,” says Matthews.

For more information on organizing and delegation, contact Cynthia Matthews at: paralegalvirtualassistant@gmail.com

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Contact: Cynthia Matthews

Paralegalvirtualassistant@gmail.com

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As a Baby Boomer, I’m trying to get my “ducks in a row” and develop a supplemental source of income for my pending retirement.

As a professional Paralegal for over 30 years, I established CAM Virtual Assistant Services.

Recently I was interviewed by the Connecticut Law Tribune, and I’m very excited and would like to share that interview with you. You can read the entire article HERE.

Currently I’m in the process of having a new web-site makeover, and switching to a new host for my Virtual Assistant site, so stay tuned!

If you think being a Work At Home Mom is something you’d like to do and and are looking for information on starting a  Virtual Assistant Business; are looking for a Guide to Writing for Pay, or perhaps a Proofreading Guide, check out these links or visit Moms Talk Network for more information on how to get going.

I’m open for business, so please stop on by and check out my services at Paralegal Virtual Assistant Services ~ I offer freelance Virtual Assistant Services for not only the legal specialty field, but also Administrative, Business, and Blog and Forum Maintenance.  I’m also available to assist you with eBay Listings and postings.

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As those who follow me or have read my Press Release or bio know, I’ve been a Paralegal for over 30 years.  I received an e-mail the other day from the Managing Editor of the Connecticut Law Tribune and was interviewed for a story that they’re putting together about  Virtual Legal Assistants.  I can’t wait to see it when it goes to press.  Unfortunately, I had to pass on the photo op because of time constraints ~ not to mention a serious need for concealer after all the excitement of becoming a new Gram again!

In anticipation of my Baby Boomer retirement, I established another online ebiz,  CT Paralegal Virtual Assistant Services to continue to put my skills to use (keep the brain cells active, too) and earn a supplemental income. Here’s an article that all work-at-home moms might find helpful!

If you currently use a VA, please comment and share your experiences!

I’m a Work at Home Mom; Do I Need a Virtual Assistant?by Debra Nail

The term “Virtual Assistant” is becoming more and more common every day. Small businesses utilize VAs for administrative tasks such as data entry, research and many other related tasks.

But, you might say, I’m a work at home mom, how can a virtual assistant help me? I’m glad you asked!

First, for a definition—a virtual assistant is someone who works from their own home-based office to perform tasks pertaining to their client’s business. The VA pays their own insurance, taxes and social security, saving the client’s company money. A virtual assistant is a business owner and works hard every day to build their practice.

There are many ways a virtual assistant can help the work at home mom community. For those just starting out, it could be creating a business image with logos, business cards and forms, etc, all done through desktop publishing by a virtual assistant.

Once your business is off and running, you need customers. The best way to get customers—advertising. Online or offline, your VA can put together a marketing package tailored to your specifications such as banner creation and placement, advertising through classifieds, etc.

Even after customers have committed to doing business with you, there are lots of other tasks your va can perform from sending out direct mailings of specials and promotions to ghostwriting and submitting articles pertaining to your target customer.

A virtual assistant can be your right-hand person to make your business succeed.

About the author: Debra Nail is the owner of WAHM Virtual Helper, a virtual assistance service for work at home moms. You can visit her website at http://www.wahmvirtualhelper.com
Article Source: WAHM Articles

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If you are involved in a lawsuit or claim, it may take months, or even years to receive the highest possible settlement. When your ability to work is affected, the longer your case lasts, the more difficult it becomes to pay everyday bills.

Have you ever been involved in a car accident?  Hopefully many of you will say no.  As a Paralegal by profession and having worked in law offices for over 20 years, I’ve seen my share of accident cases awaiting settlement.

Just waiting to get on the docket can take years! If you’re out of work, that could prove disastrous!

LawMax is available to help you with a lawsuit finance during the duration.

LawMax can help you avoid financial crisis, including home foreclosure, eviction, bankruptcy and ruined credit. Don’t settle for less just because you are in desperate need of money. LawMax has money available today, so you can receive the settlement you deserve!

Best of all, LawMax shares the risk with you. Make no payments, until your case settles. If there is no recovery, you keep their investment and owe them nothing! There are no credit checks, employment requirements, or monthly payments.

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I enjoy the aspects of sharing the business knowledge I’ve developed over the years through my job as a Paralegal Virtual Assistant as well as writing about my journey and venture into the realm of e-commerce.

I’ve built on this insight through each Work-At-Home Forum that I’ve joined and belong to, as well as through the many blogging communities I belong to, and friends that I’ve met along the way.

One of the ways that I’m thinking of promoting my boutique online business, Moomette’s Magnificents Olde Towne Shoppes is through ppc advertising.

Pay Per Click Advertising will allow me to connect my business with the customers looking for my products and/or services. This process is a one-stop website promotion solution for small businesses such as mine. NetworkSolutions researches keywords, analyzes your website, creates ad copy, purchases keywords and reports on your campaign. There is the ability to choose from two affordable, fully managed performance click advertising plans, based on your needs. New options include customized landing pages and local business ads.

Look into NetworkSolutions for your business needs! Affordable monthly plans start as low as $125 per month, plus a one-time setup fee.

I like my Rib-Eye steaks rare. I’ll be heading to the butcher’s in the morning! Yum!

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Contact: Cindi Matthews
Company Name: Moomette’s Magnificents Olde Towne Shoppes
Telephone Number: (unlisted)
Email Address: moomettesmagnificents06@yahoo.com
Web site address: www.moomettesmagnificents.com

BABY BOOMER HELPS OTHERS IN TRANSITIONING FROM COMMUTER TO eBIZ OWNER

CONNECTICUT – April 15, 2008 – Cindi Matthews is taking the internet business by storm. After 30 years as a paralegal in the business community, Cindi is looking forward to expanding the baby boomers knowledge and abilities focusing on technology.

Cindi’s passion started with her grandmother, who was born in 1901 and lived to be over 100 years old. Cindi’s passion was generated by her grandmothers appreciation for fine things and sharing her knowledge with Cindi. Many of her vintage items where inherited from her grandmother. Cindi took this opportunity to incorporate her love of vintage items from her grandmother with her love for shopping. Even as a baby boomer she wasn’t about to leave herself without the knowledge of the growing ecommerce business.

After a 20-year break from when Cindi first started college, Cindi received her first B.S degree in Business Administration with a minor in Sociology through accredited online studies, while in her 40s. Cindi went on to complete another Associate of Science degree in Paralegal studies, graduating Magna Cum Laude, all while working full-time and raising a family. With this education, Cindi was able to expand her internet and computer knowledge and develop it in to a passion with her shopping and vintage items.

Cindi has spent years developing her eBiz skills and knowledge. Experienced in all aspects of the retail industry, Cindi was inspired by and assisted her late mother-in-law, who as a female business women, owned a brick and mortar Gourmet Cheese store. Cindi has tried it all from Ebay Power Seller, independent consultant, to Ebay moderator, to blogger, to shoppes site owner. Cindi’s interest in eBiz skills started with an interest in Vintage Collectibles and Shopping. Deciding to incorporate her two passions together, Cindi opened an Ebay store, Moomette’s Magnificents, named after her granddaughter, and became a power seller within 6 months. This was Cindi’s first ecommerce experience.

Cindi’s Ebay store is an eclectic focus with new and EUC upscale clothing, vintage collectibles and other items. With her quick power seller status, Cindi became an Ebay Coach Free Forum moderator. In addition to Cindi’s ebay experience and store, which is still a funds generating program for Cindi, Cindi has worked as an independent consultant. Cindi’s worked for terrific companies such as, Tupperware, Mineral Makeup, and Unique Gift ideas. After Cindi’s experience has an independent consultant Cindi decided to try her skill at eBiz with her own Shoppes website.

Cindi’s Shoppes site includes Upscale handcrafted Artisan products made by cottage-industry crafters, offering childrens & baby clothing, accessories, handbags, handcrafted Artisan unique gifts, home décor, mineral makeup, natural spa products, sea glass candles, and scents.

Cindi mentions, “after being employed in the business community for many years as a Paralegal, I’m looking forward to being a Work-at-Home Grandma and sharing tips with all my fellow Baby Boomers on how to successfully transition from commuter to eBiz Owner!”

In addition to the many eBiz ownerships Cindi has been involved in, she is now the author of a blog, Moomettesgram’s Musings Blog, located at http://moomettesmagnificents.com/blog. Cindi’s blog focuses on WAHM, eBay, ebiz tips, networking tips, the benefits of online education and recipes, just to name a few.

In addition, to the current items and services offered on Moomette’s Magnificents Shoppes Site, Cindi is working to offer Virtual Assistant Paralegal services as well as general Virtual Assistant services. There’s no stopping the success that this grandma will face in the coming years. Cindi is hoping her drive and ambition will help other baby boomers to launch into the eBiz industry and inspire them to go the extra mile and incorporate their hobbies and interests into money making opportunities all through the internet.

Moomette’s Magnificents Olde Towne Shoppes was established in 2007. Realizing the benefits of telecommuting, being one of the first to utilize the Internet when online education was in its infancy, and the benefits of a global economy, an e-business seemed a logical choice when reinventing herself to establish a second career. At Moomette’s Magnificents Olde Towne Shoppes, you’ll find unique gifts specifically chosen to reflect what New England is known for ~ its spectacular mountains and nautical maritime history.

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