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2012年9月17日 星期一

Jobs For Retirees - Virtual Employment Could Be Your Answer


You never expected to be looking up jobs for retirees. But your retirement dreams have turned into a nightmare. Your retirement investment funds have been hit hard with the collapse of the economy. Now there's a sickening feeling every morning when you wake up. "Will I be able to keep up with the cost of living?" You're not expecting to buy a villa in the south of France. Just to live comfortably without financial stress.

It's not like you can go back to work "out there". Think of the competition. Each day, we hear of more companies laying people off or going under themselves. There is an unprecedented unemployment disaster among us. And every one of these laid-off workers will be looking for work. So what can you do?

Have you considered a job where you could work from home? I'm not talking about scams ready to take advantage of you, either. I'm talking about a real work at home job. Nothing different than other employment except you work from the comfort of your own home.

This is beneficial to retirees. You may have a disability where choosing your own hours to work is exactly what you need. You may be only able to devote a couple of hours a day to the job. But you can look for a job that fits with your lifestyle. No spending money on commuting and a special wardrobe, either.

If you have a good computer system with high-speed internet access, you have what you need to look for a work at home position in the "homeshoring" or telecommuting industry. Some examples of work needed by employers are:


graphic design
clerical
virtual assistants
engineering
business
customer service
sales and marketing
transcription
human resources
programming
finance
virtual call center agents

Chances are that you have the transferable skills to appeal to an employer. Whatever your career was before retirement, you should be able to find and apply for a job with your credentials. So where do you apply? Many of them are not advertised in your local paper. You could be working for someone who lives thousands of miles away from you!

Do research on the internet. Go to a search engine and type in "homeshoring or telecommuting jobs". You'll learn about this employment trend and have a better idea if it is something that would work with your lifestyle. Write down your skills and what you enjoy doing. Then set out to find the employers who are ready to hire you for a telecommuting job to see you through your retirement years.




Could this be the answer you've been looking for? Get your free preview of homeshoring & telecommuting jobs at http://homeshoring-jobs.com.





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2012年9月12日 星期三

Telecommuting Job Idea: Virtual Assistant


One of the newest jobs available today is a virtual assistant. With so many jobs being completed through the internet, having virtual office staff only makes sense. It helps companies keep down overhead, and allows more workers the flexibility to telecommute. While there are training programs to teach you how to become a virtual assistant, many people already possess the skills needed. You simply need to learn to market yourself, showing the potential employer you're the perfect person for the job.

Where to find a job as a virtual assistant: There are virtual assistant associations found on the internet that could assist in your training and job search. Some people who run home offices advertise for a virtual assistant, to help them stay organized without having to have an outside person come to their home. The VA will help them stay current by answering e-mails, reminding them of appointments, and other office administrative duties. Some VA assistant jobs may require occasional office visits, so you would need to live within driving distance of the office.

Skills you need: You should have good people skills, knowing how to communicate well both over the phone and through written correspondence. Being organized is a must, as that is the main reason most people need a virtual assistant: to help them stay organized. Good typing skills are also crucial.

Tools you need: You will need a reliable computer, with word processing database, spreadsheet, calendar programs and internet connection (high speed is best). You may also want to have an unlimited long distance phone plan, as you may be calling clients or setting up appointments for your employer all over the country, possibly even the world. A hands-free phone might also be a good investment. A fax machine is a good idea, as well as a printer and scanner (many units combine all three features in one machine).

How much money can you make? If you find a full-time position, as opposed to freelancing for a few clients, the income will vary. Some companies pay VA's anywhere from $20-$50 an hour.




Nell Taliercio is known as the Telecommuting Answer Lady and owns [http://www.telecommutingmoms.com] where you can locate legitimate work at home jobs and practical advice to start working at home tomorrow!





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2012年2月2日 星期四

Jobs For Retirees - Virtual Employment Could Be Your Answer


You never expected to be looking up jobs for retirees. But your retirement dreams have turned into a nightmare. Your retirement investment funds have been hit hard with the collapse of the economy. Now there's a sickening feeling every morning when you wake up. "Will I be able to keep up with the cost of living?" You're not expecting to buy a villa in the south of France. Just to live comfortably without financial stress.

It's not like you can go back to work "out there". Think of the competition. Each day, we hear of more companies laying people off or going under themselves. There is an unprecedented unemployment disaster among us. And every one of these laid-off workers will be looking for work. So what can you do?

Have you considered a job where you could work from home? I'm not talking about scams ready to take advantage of you, either. I'm talking about a real work at home job. Nothing different than other employment except you work from the comfort of your own home.

This is beneficial to retirees. You may have a disability where choosing your own hours to work is exactly what you need. You may be only able to devote a couple of hours a day to the job. But you can look for a job that fits with your lifestyle. No spending money on commuting and a special wardrobe, either.

If you have a good computer system with high-speed internet access, you have what you need to look for a work at home position in the "homeshoring" or telecommuting industry. Some examples of work needed by employers are:


graphic design
clerical
virtual assistants
engineering
business
customer service
sales and marketing
transcription
human resources
programming
finance
virtual call center agents

Chances are that you have the transferable skills to appeal to an employer. Whatever your career was before retirement, you should be able to find and apply for a job with your credentials. So where do you apply? Many of them are not advertised in your local paper. You could be working for someone who lives thousands of miles away from you!

Do research on the internet. Go to a search engine and type in "homeshoring or telecommuting jobs". You'll learn about this employment trend and have a better idea if it is something that would work with your lifestyle. Write down your skills and what you enjoy doing. Then set out to find the employers who are ready to hire you for a telecommuting job to see you through your retirement years.




Could this be the answer you've been looking for? Get your free preview of homeshoring & telecommuting jobs at http://homeshoring-jobs.com.





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2012年1月14日 星期六

Virtual Job Basics - How to Create a Polished Online Resume


These days, many companies expect you to send an electronic resume and cover letter instead of mailing them. It's faster and easier for both the employer and the employee. While this is done for several reasons, the main reason is that the number of resumes, especially for virtual positions, is usually very high. In order to cut down on the time it takes to process each applicant's resume, companies have resorted to using online resume databases or instructing applicants to email resumes to one person in the office in order to save time and find the right person for the position as quickly as possible.

Creating a Virtual Resume

Creating a virtual resume is similar to creating a traditional resume. While you should include all the basic sections in an electronic resume, you may need to format it differently so the document isn't a jumbled mess when the hiring manager receives it. When creating your resume, you should create four different versions of it - a standard print version, an e-mail version, a scan-friendly version, and a plain text version. By creating different formats all at once, you will save yourself a lot of time when applying for virtual positions.

The standard print version can be used when companies specifically ask you to send one to their offices, or when you are turning in an application in person. An e-mail resume is a simple version that does not include bold or italicized headings. It is more straight-forward with simple headings that indicate a new section. If sending an email resume, always check it first before sending it. If copying it from a word processing program like MS Word, you may need to alter it to fit the email program you're using. Changing the font size, style, and making sentences shorter are common ways to make an email resume more appealing.

A scan-friendly version of your resume is also less complex than a standard print version. You should remove bold or italicized headings because those can appear blurry or faint to the reader. Plain text versions should be composed in MS Word or other word processing program so you can check for grammar and spelling errors. You can easily cut and paste your finished resume into MS notepad or other plain text program. You can use this version when uploading your resume into a company database.

Sending Your Virtual Resume

Always follow the company's instructions when it comes to sending a resume. If the company wants you to send the resume in an email instead of an attachment to the email, make sure you do so. As a potential virtual employee, you need to show employers that you can follow directions.

Always include a cover letter in your email. This should be your standard cover letter. It is considered unprofessional not to send a cover letter.

Before sending the email, check to make sure you are using the correct email address. If the company asks you to use specific words in the subject line, do so. If not, use the job title in the subject line.

When uploading your resume into a company's database, make sure that you include keywords that are relevant to the job position within the body of the resume. Use words from the ad, the title of the position, or other words you feel are applicable. Don't allow your resume to become lost in the system, take the time to find keywords that will make your resume stand out.

Keep in mind that electronic resumes are much easier to discard if they are not formatter properly. Depending on the number of responses a hiring manager receives, they may discard all resumes that are formatted incorrectly before reading them just to make their job easier. Make your resume stand out by sending a professional document that has been edited and formatted correctly.




Do you want to know more about virtual / work from home career options? Melissa Brewer is the author of The Little White Ebook of Homeshoring Jobs, a complete guide to work-at-home call center employment. The Little White Ebook of Homeshoring jobs is a 214 page ebook profiling the companies that hire home-based call center workers, down to typical openings, schedules, and salaries. Or come download our free report, LittleWhiteEbook.com's Top 10 Virtual Job Picks for 2008 [http://www.littlewhiteebook.com/freeebook.html] It profiles 10 real home-based positions that are in high demand in the upcoming years along with 50 real work-from-home employers that need to fill these positions!





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2012年1月6日 星期五

Virtual Job Basics - Using Social Networking to Find Virtual Assistant Gigs


Your goal during a virtual job search is to be noticed by local, national, and international companies that are in need of additional help. Recently, social networking sites like LinkedIn have become a hunting ground for recruiters, HR professionals, and department supervisors looking for new talent in a variety of industries. By creating a profile, recruiters and others who have virtual positions and on-site positions to fill will be able to learn more about you and contact you for an interview.

What is LinkedIn?

If you are unfamiliar with social networking sites like LinkedIn, don't feel bad. When questioned about social networking websites, most people automatically think of MySpace or Facebook - sites that are used by teenagers, college students, and those promoting music and other arts. LinkedIn is a social networking site for business professionals. On this site, those looking to fill available positions are able to research possible contenders by reviewing their resume, network connections they have made, current job status, and any additional skills they may posses.

Most people post profiles on LinkedIn as a way to build business relationships. Recruiters see LinkedIn as a way to approach passive job candidates who may or may not be looking for a new job. When participants create a profile page, they can add keywords, photos, and connect to others within the network.

Why Should I Join LinkedIn?

As a virtual assistant, part of your job is to find new clients. By creating a profile on social networking sites like LinkedIn, you can list all your skills, post your resume, connect to former and current clients that are part of the network, and list your references. This is a great resource for recruiters and HR personnel who need help on a temporary or contract basis.

You can also use LinkedIn to find companies in your area that hire virtual assistants. You will be able to find contact information and learn more about the company before calling them. There is also a job board where you can search for open positions. LinkedIn can save you valuable research time because most of the information about a company will be listed in their profile.

LinkedIn currently has over 3 million users that work in various industries. If you want to find work in a specific industry, you can search for companies using specific keywords.

How to Be Found on LinkedIn

Because there are so many profiles listed, you will need to create a profile that is unique. This means adding specific keywords that tell recruiters more about your skills. Adding users to your contact list will also increase your chances of being noticed. The more contacts you can add, the better. Ask former clients, friends, relatives, and former co-workers who have profiles on LinkedIn if they will add you to their list and vice versa.

Checking your profile once a week, making updates when you complete a project for a new client, or when you learn a new skill can help increase your exposure on the site.

In addition to LinkedIn, there are other social networking sites that cater to business professionals. Sites like ryze, ecademy, Soflow, and openBC allow you to create a profile and connect with other users. These sites are much smaller than LinkedIn, but are growing in popularity.




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Virtual Job Search Basics - Writing a Virtual Resume


When applying for a specific telecommuting position, you should treat your resume as first impression. Because HR and hiring managers receive dozens - and sometimes hundreds - of resumes each day when trying to fill virtual positions, they scan through them very quickly. Resumes that are formatted incorrectly, contain spelling or grammatical errors, or are sent past the requested due date are often discarded during the first round of readings. In fact, many human resources department in the virtual office world actually use software to scan for important keywords and skills - so tweaking your resume is a very good idea before you send it off to the virtual employer.

Formatting Your Resume

Since many companies require that resumes be sent electronically, you need to learn how to send them correctly so incorrect formatting doesn't end up costing you a job. If the company doesn't want you to send your resume as an attachment, but rather in the body of an email, keep things simple. Don't worry about centering your name and address or highlighting headings and other information.

While you can cut and paste your resume into the email, go through it to make sure bullets are in the right place and sentences are not crowding each other. Many times, it's best to simply type the information from your resume into the body of the email. Instead of bullets, break the information into sections and title them accordingly (objective, educational experience, work experience, interests, references, etc.). This will create a clean document that hiring managers will appreciate.

If you're allowed to send your resume as an attachment, send it in Word, .pdf, or in the file type requested by the company.

Spelling and Grammar

When creating a resume, never rely on your computer's spell check program. Many times, the program will only recognize words that are misspelled, not words that are spelled correctly, but used incorrectly. Always read your resume a few times after completing it. Not only will you catch any spelling and grammar mistakes, you may think of additional information to add.

Contents of a Great Resume

What you choose to include in your resume will be determined by what the company asks for and what you feel is best in order to get the job. These skills should be adapted to your potential employer. Specific experience that relates to the virtual position is essential. Make sure you look up information on the company and what it does, as well as their customers and clients. As a rule, you should include the following components for your resume:



Objective statement - This statement should summarize your goals and reasons why you want to work for the company. You can include a sentence or two about prior work experiences, skills you have, or interest in working for a particular company.

Work Experience - You should list your last three jobs or more as requested by the company. Include the name, location, position held, and years of service. You can also mention skills you learned as well.

Educational Experience - You should list college degrees, special training programs, and other educational training you received that have helped in past and present jobs.

Special Skills and Interests - You should list any skills or interests you feel would help hiring managers make their decision about whether to hire you.

References - Include names, company name, location, job titles or positions, and work contact numbers

The main objective of the virtual resume is to convey the message that you have the skills needed to perform the job without supervision. When seeking virtual employment, you to have strong problem solving skills, the ability to motivate yourself, and the ability to represent the company in a professional manner.

During your virtual job search, you should take the time to learn more about a company before applying for a job. Read their mission statement, learn how they approach business and customer service, and find out the ways they give back to the community. Pay special attention to their clients to glean knowledge of the types of companies and industries the virtual position will deal with. During your research, you may find that you are not the best fit for the job or the company may not be the best fit for you. If this is true, don't be disheartened. There really are legitimate opportunities out there for virtual employees- so if you're not a right fit, keep hunting! There's probably a perfect virtual employer for your experience and skills.




Do you want to know more about virtual / work from home career options? Melissa Brewer is the author of The Little White Ebook of Homeshoring Jobs, a complete guide to work-at-home call center employment. The Little White Ebook of Homeshoring jobs is a 214 page ebook profiling the companies that hire home-based call center workers, down to typical openings, schedules, and salaries. Or come download our free report, LittleWhiteEbook.com's Top 10 Virtual Job Picks for 2008 [http://www.littlewhiteebook.com/freeebook.html]. It profiles 10 real home-based positions that are in high demand in the upcoming years along with 50 real work-from-home employers that need to fill these positions!





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2012年1月5日 星期四

Virtual Job Search Basics - Is Your Potential Employer Legit?


In your virtual job hunt, you will probably use many resources such as local newspapers and online job sites when looking for work. But how much do you need to know about the companies who post these ads? How can you distinguish between a legitimate ad and a scam? Once you've found a few legitimate jobs and had an interview or two, you will become better at distinguishing good employment opportunities from bad ones. But here are a few tips to help you in the meantime!

Tip #1: Never Send Money

During your virtual job search, you will come across ads that offer to help you find clients easily, promise you full-time work in data entry or transcription, or ads that promise instant income only after you send money for a start-up kit or guide.

Never pay an employer to hire you. When looking for potential clients in the newspaper or online, only consider ads asking for help. These will be ads posted by companies who are in need of your services.

If you want to learn more about a company before making contact, visit the Better Business Bureau at BBB.org. This site is very easy to use.

One more resource to use when checking up on a company is ripoffreport.com. This site is similar to the Better Business Bureau and can help prevent you from falling victim to a fraudulent company.

Searching by state, you should be able to find the company you're interested in easily. You can find out when the company was started, what the company does, and most importantly, if the company has been investigated for fraud or misrepresentation. You can also go to forums on popular work-from-home websites where others can let you know if they've heard of, or work for, the company in question.

Tip #2: Gather Additional Information

Even if a company seems legitimate, it doesn't hurt to find out more about the position you're applying for. Asking questions about salary, how you will be paid, and the frequency of payment are very important. Never give out bank account information over the phone or online. If the company wants to pay you through electronic means, they will send you forms or you may have to go to their location and fill them out.

Ask for references before committing to performing any services. These references can be other virtual workers, clients, or vendors the company has worked with before. If the company is hesitant to do so, then you should decide if the job is worth pursuing.

Finding out as much about your job tasks up front will make your job much easier. You can create a contract that lists your job functions, hourly rate, and other information so you and the potential employer are in agreement. Virtual employment should be taken just as seriously as any other position within a company. If the company hires virtual workers regularly, they may have their own set of paperwork for you to fill out as well.

Tip #3: You Won't Get Rich Quick

Ads that proclaim you can 'Get Rich Quick!' are scams. Legitimate companies never make claims like this when they want to be taken seriously. If you're having difficulty deciding whether an ad is legitimate or not, visit wahm.com. This website was created to help stay-at-home moms (and dads) find legitimate jobs they can perform at home. When you join the site's message board, you can ask questions about a company and the moderators will do their best to find out as much information as possible.

Tip#4: Follow Your Instincts

If an ad promises unrealistic outcomes, or just seems suspicious, keep looking. Because many companies are in need of the skills you provide, you shouldn't worry about not jumping on every opportunity you find.




Do you want to know more about virtual / work from home career options? Melissa Brewer is the author of The Little White Ebook of Homeshoring Jobs, a complete guide to work-at-home call center employment. The Little White Ebook of Homeshoring jobs is a 214 page ebook profiling the companies that hire home-based call center workers, down to typical openings, schedules, and salaries. Or come download our free report, LittleWhiteEbook.com's Top 10 Virtual Job Picks for 2008 [http://www.littlewhiteebook.com/freeebook.html]. It profiles 10 real home-based positions that are in high demand in the upcoming years along with 50 real work-from-home employers that need to fill these positions!





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2011年12月23日 星期五

Telecommuting Job Idea: Virtual Assistant


One of the newest jobs available today is a virtual assistant. With so many jobs being completed through the internet, having virtual office staff only makes sense. It helps companies keep down overhead, and allows more workers the flexibility to telecommute. While there are training programs to teach you how to become a virtual assistant, many people already possess the skills needed. You simply need to learn to market yourself, showing the potential employer you're the perfect person for the job.

Where to find a job as a virtual assistant: There are virtual assistant associations found on the internet that could assist in your training and job search. Some people who run home offices advertise for a virtual assistant, to help them stay organized without having to have an outside person come to their home. The VA will help them stay current by answering e-mails, reminding them of appointments, and other office administrative duties. Some VA assistant jobs may require occasional office visits, so you would need to live within driving distance of the office.

Skills you need: You should have good people skills, knowing how to communicate well both over the phone and through written correspondence. Being organized is a must, as that is the main reason most people need a virtual assistant: to help them stay organized. Good typing skills are also crucial.

Tools you need: You will need a reliable computer, with word processing database, spreadsheet, calendar programs and internet connection (high speed is best). You may also want to have an unlimited long distance phone plan, as you may be calling clients or setting up appointments for your employer all over the country, possibly even the world. A hands-free phone might also be a good investment. A fax machine is a good idea, as well as a printer and scanner (many units combine all three features in one machine).

How much money can you make? If you find a full-time position, as opposed to freelancing for a few clients, the income will vary. Some companies pay VA's anywhere from $20-$50 an hour.




Nell Taliercio is known as the Telecommuting Answer Lady and owns [http://www.telecommutingmoms.com] where you can locate legitimate work at home jobs and practical advice to start working at home tomorrow!





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