Meet Deb Lamb, Virtual Assistant

Today we are talking with Deb Lamb of Your Everything Services. Deb is a Virtual Assistant and has shared with us about her business below.

1.      Can you tell us what business you are in?

Virtual Assistant Services.

2..      How long have you been doing your business?

Two years.

3.      How many hours a week do you usually work?

Anywhere from 40-70 hours a week, just depends on what projects I have going on. Also, some of this time is spent on marketing, writing, learning and socializing within my own business.

4.      Tell us what an average work day is like for you.

Average work day would be getting up around 5:00 am, yep, I’m an early riser and just love the early morning time as it gives me peace and quite to plan out my day. I typically begin by checking my email accounts, from there I would set priorities as to what to do and when, then I would work on my client projects which entail writing, proofreading, editing, blogging, social media networking and marketing, typing, internet research, setting up auto responders, client email management and miscellaneous admin duties. Once all this is done, then I usually start on my own business and do those things necessary to keep my page one ranking on Google.

5.      How long did it take your business to become profitable?

Wow, I have to stop and think about this one. It probably took a good 3 to 6 months before I started seeing any ROI. Now that I have a few established clients, most of my business has come from word of mouth and recommendations.

6.      What is the best piece of advice or tip you could give to someone who wants to get started in the same type of business you are in?

Research, research and did I mention research! It is crucial to really study your competitors, finding our what your particular niche is, deciding on what you want to call your business, obtaining the correct license, assessing your skills and what services you are going to offer, what type of rates your going to charge, building a web site and then marketing, marketing and more marketing. Learn the things you are going to need like marketing, search engine optimization and other skills needed. Think about what set’s you apart from all the rest of VA businesses out there, find your unique selling proposition, your elevator speech, your tag lines and join networking sites within your niche. Forums and networking sites are probably some of the most helpful areas where you will find tons of people that are willing to help.

7.      Anything additional you’d like to share?

I think it is very important that you must decide if you have what it takes to devote the necessary time it will take for you to become successful. This is certainly not an overnight deal and it will take a lot of hours, diligence, discipline and motivation. This is not a job, you are a business owner and you have to incorporate that thinking into everything you do. It is not easy, but if you have a true desire and passion then it is easy to devote the time necessary. Do what you love and it will never seem like work!

I totally agree with that last statement!  My thanks to Deb for sharing with us!