Virtual Assistants Jobs - New Customers

August 28, 2008

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One thing I do not like about running a network like this is that some people sign up and then think they should get all their sales leads from us.  For a virtual assistant to get jobs with new customers, it is going to take some effort in more than one or two strategies.

Many of these tips are not just for virtual assistant jobs, but for any business that wants to generate new customers.

Finding Virtual Assistant Jobs Tip List

  1. Local networking groups like IRN, BNI or B2BConnect
  2. Local Chamber of Commerce
  3. Bowling Alleys (Just seeing if you are staying awake)
  4. Webinars (Participate and follow up with people)
  5. Local Training and Seminars
  6. Online Forums
  7. Online Social Groups
  8. Local Clubs
  9. Charity Events as a volunteer
  10. Asking your existing clients for referrals
  11. Conferences
  12. Educate local business incubators about your services
  13. Hold a contest
  14. Offer to do overflow for marketing agencies
  15. Join VA Networks
  16. Go to local meetup meetings (Not the weird ones)
  17. Clearly articulate virtual assistant jobs you do so other people can tell their friends
  18. Email local businesses
  19. Attend Local blog groups
  20. Teach a workshop at the local library
  21. Write guest post on blogs (and offer to do a regular paid post if the blogger likes your work)
  22. Network any way and every way you can
  23. Write articles about how to do the services you do and offer help in your bio - add these to article repositories.
  24. Offer a finders fee
  25. Use freelance sites like guru.com, odesk.com and elance.com

I love all the web options for getting virtual assistant jobs because I am one of those dorky web guys.  I am also smart enough to know that when you meet new potential customers face to face, you are much more likely to work with them.  If you need work fast, start networking fast, in person and regularly.

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Posted by Ron McDaniel | Filed Under Blog 

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