Tallent Agency Virtual Assistance

Getting back into the Swing

Jan Tallent — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 20:08:07 +0000

The past few months I have let this blog and my business in general fall by the way side. Between making much-needed repairs to my house, awaiting the birth of my newest grandson, moving 88 miles to be with him, his brother and sister and their Mom & my oldest daughter, and extra client work, [...]

When you are ready to hire an editor …

Jan Tallent — Sat, 20 Aug 2011 16:38:54 +0000

As a Virtual Assistant, I perform many duties for busy entrepreneurs and small business owners, but quite honestly, my most favorite task is when I am called upon for my proofreading and editing services. I love reading and also love working with spelling and grammar, so this is the perfect “career” for me. I have [...]

Setting Up Your Home Office

Jan Tallent — Sat, 25 Jun 2011 17:03:37 +0000

Before you can start your own home business you should designate a place for you to work. The area that you work in should be free of distractions and have a computer,a desk, a phone, a connection to the Internet, and, if possible, a bathroom and coffee pot or pitcher with your favorite drink. ( [...]

Some commonly confused words

Jan Tallent — Sat, 21 May 2011 17:02:25 +0000

I read a LOT – there is honestly nothing I love more than reading a good mystery or thriller. I find a few typos in print books by really famous authors I collect, as well as on web pages and posts to social media sites. When I am reading for pleasure instead of for “work” [...]

VA Tip: Are You Doing What You Love?

Jan Tallent — Sat, 14 May 2011 18:03:24 +0000

One of the things that I do as a Virtual Assistant is help other VAs. I happen to be a member of Sophie Zollman’s team. She is a very savvy business woman and here is one of her great articles from her ezine. VA Tip: Are You Doing What You Love? Guest Post by Sophie [...]