VBO vs Entrepreneur
VBO vs EntrepreneurVBOs are radically different from entrepreneurs. Here’s why. Deciding to strike it out on your own and start a business seems like a very entrepreneurial thing to do. And in fact, once you start telling others about your plan, they’ll likely assume that you’re going to be an entrepreneur. And some may begin filling […]
Continue readingSix Steps To Make The Transition To Freelancer Easier
Six Steps To Make The Transition To Freelancer EasierThe VBO lifestyle is awesome. You can work when you want from the comfort of your own home. You have the time and the freedom to do the things you love. You don’t have to answer to anyone. You can make all the money you need without the stressors […]
Continue readingDon’t Just Sell, Tell Your Brand Story
Don’t Just Sell, Tell Your Brand StoryEveryone loves a great story. Storytelling is one of humankind’s longest, most revered pastimes. Stories appeal to us because they intrigue us and they inspire us. They help us relate to one another in a visceral and emotional way. Stories aren’t just for entertainment. They’re also powerful tools in business. Brand […]
Continue readingHow to Be a Productive Freelancer: Defining Your Prime Time
How to Be a Productive Freelancer: Defining Your Prime TimeGood time management is essential to your success as a virtual business owner.Earlier in my career, I didn’t know how to manage my time. I’ve oscillated between both ends of the spectrum. I’ve been the freelancer who was constantly distracted by time sucks in the home. […]
Continue readingClient Onboarding: Your Foundation to Success
Client Onboarding: Your Foundation to SuccessStart off on the right foot. Create a standard client onboarding and work with confidence.When I was a new freelancer, I didn’t have any sort of client onboarding process in place. It went a bit like this: I’d reach out to a prospective client and explain what I do. I’d show […]
Continue reading6 Psychological Shortcuts to Yes When Pitching to New Clients
6 Psychological Shortcuts to Yes When Pitching to New ClientsIf you can answer these six essential questions, you’ll land new clients with ease.Sales. Some people hate it. Others love it. Either way, sales is an essential part of every business, including your work from home business. As a virtual business owner, you are your own […]
Continue reading7 Things To Outsource to A Virtual Assistant
7 Things To Outsource to A Virtual AssistantIn our How to Find Your Virtual Assistant blog, we made the case for why you might want to bring in some additional help, and we shared were you could find talented virtual assistants to take the load off.You want to maximize your time so that you can […]
Continue readingVBOs are Hiring Other VBOs
VBOs are Hiring Other VBOsWhen people think of freelancers, they often picture an independent contractor or a solopreneur striking it out on their own.It doesn’t always work like that. Freelancers are highly collaborative, and they work together to get jobs done. VBO Nation is a great example. We’re a community built for VBOs by VBOs. Everything you […]
Continue readingMaintain a Healthy Work Life Balance as a Freelancer
Maintain a Healthy Work Life Balance as a FreelancerYou started your work from home business to free yourself from the constraints of traditional employment. You wanted time and autonomy. Let’s say you’ve made the transition from VBO Hybrid to VBO Pro. You launched your work from home business and made it compete against (and beat) your […]
Continue readingHow to Find Your Virtual Assistant
How to Find Your Virtual AssistantYour time is valuable. Maximize it by hiring a virtual assistant. You’ve launched your work from home business, and you’re off to a great start. You’ve got a steady stream of clients, and you’re getting busier by the day. Your inbox is inundated. Your calendar is chocked-full.You’re making money, but the more your […]
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