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Learning How To Take the Initiative
By Nan Gomez | April 4, 2008
Yesterday, Chistina shared a post about learning how to say “No” and yes, it’s hard to do with us people pleasers but I’ve had to learn something else in developing my virtual assitance business.
I’m a pretty shy person. Keep to myself unless I get to know you then you can’t get me to be quiet but one thing that is really hard for me to do is take the initiative. Not when it comes to projects or work but to approach potential clients. I know clients aren’t going to come knocking down my virtual doors as it’s a very new company and so word of mouth hasn’t really gotten around yet so I’m having to learn how to Take the Initiative and go out and get those clients I want and can help.
I really like helping other moms with their businesses and projects but not knowing many makes it difficult. Networking on forums have really helped me in some aspects. I’m great with the people I already know online but tend to shy away from new people. Well, it’s time to stop that! I’ve been taking some advice from my pal, Tricia and approaching moms who post of forums saying they need help, or they’ve got this major project due or they are going to be out of commission for a while for whatever reason. Being shy is one of the self-destructive things that keep me from moving forward. So as of today, so if you post you need help or are looking for a va somewhere, watch out you just might get a message from me . 
Topics: Just General, Virtual Assistance |
April 5th, 2008 at 2:44 am
You go girl!! I think that is just AWESOME! I actually have you on my list of VA’s to pass along projects too. You know really somtimes we (people that use VA’s) need a gentle judge and someone to say, hey, I can do that for you
I think it is wonderful that you are starting to step out of that comfort zone!
April 5th, 2008 at 2:46 am
Thanks Aurelia that makes me feel really good.
Hope we get together soon.
April 5th, 2008 at 4:32 pm
And with many new VA’s coming into the niche everyday you have to step out and get noticed. Good for you!
April 5th, 2008 at 7:11 pm
That is awsome Nan. Way to go.
Tricia’s last blog post..A Great Place to Advertise Your Business
April 6th, 2008 at 5:58 pm
Wonderful advice, Nan. I’ve learned that lesson, too. Being a WAHM you have to face your “fears” and step out of your comfort zone. Isn’t it a wonderful ego boost!
Donna’s last blog post..Bad Mommy
April 6th, 2008 at 6:16 pm
It sure it Donna.
April 15th, 2008 at 12:25 am
I find networking online is much easier for me than doing so in person. I’m always afraid I’ll say something wrong or get tongue-tied. But you are absolutely right…networking is the way to get more business so it’s something that needs to be overcome!
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