Try to walk around somewhere and discover technopreneur idea

Try to walk around somewhere and discover technopreneur idea

I tried to walk around somewhere just to generate some good interesting technopreneur idea/s but unfortunately, (to be honest) I haven’t think of one.  I just found myself thinking of (common) technopreneur ideas that competing fiercely in their respective markets. Well, we can’t force ourselves to think of one since the essence of serendipity walking (as what they call them) is a kind of unconscious consciousness – an awareness that if we listen … can take us down unexpected paths. However, even if I did not formulate some interesting outcomes on my serendipity walking thingy, I still have the idea I had before that (though not new) would somehow be the subject where my efforts will be place in if ever.

I do not know if you are familiar with the term virtual assistance. As you move around the 'net, you'll see a variety of definitions about what Virtual Assistance is, and what Vas (Virtual assistants) do. It's up to you to decide which definition you want to embrace.  One definition is that a VA is anyone who provides any sort of assistance to another person or business without having to be physically present in the client's location. That definition has a VA providing administrative and personal support, across the board, in long-term and collaborative relationships. So, a VA is a person who supports a client, across the board, administratively and personally without being geographically present in the client's location.

                A VA is not someone who provides consulting services. That person is a consultant. A VA isn't someone who only provides bookkeeping services. That person is a bookkeeper. A VA isn't someone who only provides marketing support. That person is a marketing consultant or a marketing assistant. A VA isn't someone who books speaking engagements. That person is an agent. Nor are VAs Tax Advisors, Accountants, Medical Transcriptionists, Web Designers, or professional business and personal coaches.
                “Virtual Assistance" isn't a handy catch-phrase for people working from home.  It's a profession in its own right, and it deserves a definition that separates it from all others.  Much in the same way that all brain surgeons are doctors, but not all doctors are brain surgeons, all VAs are virtual workers, but not all virtual workers are VAs.  What makes a person a VA isn't that the services can be performed at a distance from a client, but rather that the services that are being performed are administrative in scale and scope, and are provided with the desire to support the client across the board, not with just one specific function or task, no matter how ongoing that might be. (See www.eworkingwomen.com/experts/va.html)

                Internet has become a part of people’s daily lives especially nowadays that if it starts low connectivity, would bring too much worries and anxiety for almost all of its users, includes business areas. But for interest's sake, lets say we were in some kind of Hollywood Armageddon movie, and a band of hackers were working together on a powerful Digital WWW Doomsday Bug with the ability to permanently jam or destroy connections.... and the internet really got shut down....That would be the end of life as I know it. To think.... no more banks, complete files & records lost in all departments on all of us, businesses collapse, everything gone, total global pandemonium will ensue... and worse, no more e-mail, youtube, wikipedia, and facebook. The Internet is so big, so powerful, and so pointless, that for some people it is a complete substitute for life.

                The fact that internet has been the very first and effective tool in giving convenience to people these days it is no surprise that it would likewise become an avenue for people who wants to make a living. One of the ideas I thought that would effectively optimize the use of internet is about having my own Virtual Assistance Company (I dunno what the best term to describe this idea). As more and more people are having their own business whether online or offline, the need of virtual assistants arises. Business owners often have so much to do but do not have enough time to get it done. This is where my business will come in.

                This kind of Service Company will provide clients with a wide variety of support services through a single point of contact. Tasks may or may not be delegated to another person in the company depending on who is best-suited for the assignment. For instance, graphic design work would be delegated to a graphic designer within the company. Proponents of this model say that the benefit to the client is that all types of services are offered under one roof.  I think more virtual assistants prefer to be into company rather than having their own because it would help them start efficiently, be guided to what industry they like to focus on, at the same time work with big clients (means earning a lot of dollars!), they can also control their works…they can decide how much the service will worth.

Why I choose this kind of venture?

·         Conveniences   

        the first thing I considered is its convenience. Since it mainly uses the internet (which allows you to access anywhere in    anytime), you can have your job wherever you wanna go. Virtual assistants utilize today's technology to deliver their services and communicate with clients by working remotely. And since Businesses today (whether online or offline) uses Virtual assistants to support their operations, a large number of opportunities and works may arise.

·        home-based businesses 
        The beauty of this work is that the only things you can't really do are things which actually need to be touched in your client's office, such as paper filing (and even that's possible if you're creative!). Otherwise, you and your clients are only bound by imagination, need, skills and desire.

·        Relatively easy business to start

In putting up business, money will be major thing to be considered. You need to have enough capital to rent an office space and pay bills such as electricity, water, and internet connection. The advantage of this kind of venture is the fact that through this you can save much more money. Plus you will not be bothered by electricity, water, and internet connection bills because you can make your own home as your office.

·       Easy earnings 
       Since there are no limitations and boundaries to whom you will render your business, or to what, a lot of great possibilities would grow. Perhaps, easy-dollar making people on the other side of the world would just call you and ask you for assistance even if you are on your home doing whatever. And another thing, as what I mentioned, being a VA, you can have the ability to control, rate your projects or assignments. You can also decide if you will going part time or not.Some people think they'd like to keep a full-time job, and work part-time as a VA in the evening and on weekends, building a practice until the income generated is on par with the income earned at the full-time job. If that's something you're considering, know that, depending on your circumstances and financial needs that might not be an especially realistic goal, as it may require you to work more hours than you have the capacity to handle.

If you too want to become a Virtual Assistant, I gather this info from www.mysmallbiz.com/how-to-become-a-virtual-assistant/

How to become a VA?

Because a VA forms a long-term partnership with just a few clients, she learns her client’s business and can add value through her independent work.

To be a VA, you need to be very comfortable with computer programs and have strong word processing, spreadsheet and secretarial skills. In addition, as a business owner, you’ll need to be a professional and organized self-starter.

Does this sound like you? Opportunities for VAs are expanding as companies outsource support staff. And, as more small businesses grow, they may need support but not be able to afford in-house staffing.

The beauty of the business is that your clients can be located anywhere in the world, so you don’t have to be restricted geographically.

A number of organizations provide more information on how to become a Virtual Assistant. Assistu.com provides training courses and employment tips for people interested in this career. Industry organizations such as International Virtual Assistants Association (ivaa.org) offer certification that may help you increase credibility as well as gain additional networking opportunities.

Tools Needed 

Because your work relies on communication, your technology must be reliable and updated. A good computer with a high-speed Internet connection and e-mail is a must. Your computer should have a commonly used word processing and spreadsheet program that you are comfortable using.

In addition, a separate phone line (or cell phone) with long distance, along with a copier/printer and a fax machine round out the essentials.

Make sure you establish an online payment option, such as Paypal, so clients can pay you easily.

What to Know About Becoming A Virtual Assistant

While some work can be done during flexible hours, some work will need to be accomplished during your client’s business hours (i.e. phone conferences). So if your client is in a significantly different time zone than you, you may need to make early morning or late night phone calls.

VAs can specialize in specific areas or industries such as Internet marketing, real estate, web design and desktop publishing. If your background or interests lead you to one of these areas, you can develop your own niche too when starting a virtual assistant business.

How to Market Your VA Business

·        As this is a technology dependent business, show you’re savvy with your own website.

·        Make business cards and hand them out at every opportunity.

·        Join professional organizations related to Virtual Assistants and to the industry you’d like to focus on.

·        Join search engines and job boards on the Internet to let people worldwide know you are available.

·         Find companies in your area to contact to see if they have a need for a VA.

Becoming a Virtual Assistant is a great opportunity to use your skills and technology to operate your own successful business.

 Last thought…

                The virtual assistant industry is a growing one that, if you are willing to work hard and are dedicated, can provide you with unlimited career and educational opportunities. How far you advance in the virtual assistance field is really up to you. You can work as a freelancer or you can build your own nationwide or worldwide virtual assistant freelance organization where you can hire as many employees as you want: The sky really is the limit when it comes to virtual assisting.