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Helping Others..

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Since I can remember as a little girl in First Grade, in Western Maryland, I have always been of belief that you should help others.  As a little girl I participated in many church and Girl Scout activities that I had the joy to help others.  From soup kitchens to sorting clothing for homeless, I believe  I’ve experienced a wide variety of helping others.  I have received more joy in these moments than in any other.

As a Virtual Assistant now, I am always searching through Social Media sites and I watch for those that are promoting helping others.  I was impressed with this video on YouTube about students helping others.  As a Girl Scout Troop Leader, I believe strongly in the Girls giving back to their communities and helping others.  I hope you will spend just a moment to watch this video:

Please – I’m always looking for feedback – Tell me Your Thoughts, ~ Anita

Social Networking Sites

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Well, for me, it is amazing when I find my daughter coming to me with a request to watch a YouTube video because it is about World Hunger.  Together we watched it – A Billion for A Billion – It was really cool to see her have information to give me on the internet.  The totally amazing part  (To Me) was that this video contained all this information about our growing social networks, you know, Facebook, Twitter, MySpace, & LinkedIn, just to name a few of them.

As a new Virtual Assistant,  (or Virtual Angel, as my fairy of a boss calls me), I have immersed myself into the world of social networking.  Now, I am watching this video where I think that Hannah and I are going to see hungry children, and we do, but,  in addition they supply us with information on the fast growing social network. 

In this wonderful donation request for the World Food Programme, they also inform us – In 60 seconds,

  •   83,273 Facebook friends will Log-in!  
  •    2,083 Tweets will go out on Twitter

  This is an amazing concept – that many people in the world – on together , but more than that – they are on Social Networks.  LinkedIn is becoming fast the first place that Employers check to find a new staff member.  Of course, let us not leave out the MySpace, Perfect Networkers, and the list goes on and on.

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What Is A Virtual Assistant?

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Really – I’ve now had so many people ask me – So,  just what does a Virtual Assistant do ??

“Starting a home business sounds like a terrific idea, until you realize all that’s involved in getting it up and running. So getting some assistance really helps–especially if it doesn’t cost a lot of money.” – Washington Post

Yes, there is all that pesky paperwork that is involved in being a business owner, but being a Virtual Assistant (VA) is more than virtual paperwork.  As I have begun to learn,  from one whom I consider to be the very best at this VA stuff, Kim Wesley, of TKM Virtual Services, being a VA is so much More. 

Ok, so maybe I am making a huge leap here as I’m very new and in training ,  But,  if I may,  from all the many articles I’ve read, my own experience, my social media accounts, from books and from many VAs blogs, here is what I think a VA does. 

A VA helps clients to handle their social media accounts like Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and their emails.  A VA also can help to establish, maintain and give reports on your business clients; creating a database from business contacts and social networking events.  A good VA will then use these to continue your online presence for your company.  [Read more…]

Virtual Assistant in Training

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Well here it is – my Day 1 blog on WordPress. I guess we all start somewhere – Reminds me of my favorite quote from Martin Luther King – You can take one step at a time, not necessarily the whole staircase – baby steps,  I like that 🙂 This will be for my virtual assistant stuff that I’m learning day by day.  After about a month of long hours

  • sitting in this chair
  • reading
  • pouring over information
  • checking out 5 websites at one time – I really just have to say

Thanks Kim! I have learned a great deal in a very short time thanks to a great teacher. WE all need that – someone who will help you, teach you, listen to you and it helps when she is the miracle worker of the internet. For years I had realized that if you want to know how to do something online or find some info – just ask Kim Wesley.  Naturally she is now the owner of TKM Virtual Services.
Now here I am with a Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn accounts.   Although I’ve used the computer for years, I will admit that I am new to all the tools of social media, networking and forums.  Yet with direction, dedication and great teaching, I am feeling more confident every day now.

A few things I’ve learned already are how to use other sites to help you along (I’m loving & bet a few others are:  http://www.socialoomph.com).
I guess the connections that happened immediately to people I know; but also those I do not,  are Amazing me too!
Stay well out there friends in the Virtual World 🙂

Testimonials

Anita and Danny took my obsolete and ineffectual dinosaur of a website and created a most beautiful, interesting, informative and professional website! They are warm and approachable and I’m so glad I found them. I highly recommend Virtual Assistance by Anita!

Rev. Chris Adams
revchrisadams.com/
January 8, 2019

Thanks so much for helping my business grow, Anita! You’re great, and I love supporting outstanding folks and businesses. You’re both!

Steve Lenet
May 7, 2016

If you would like to enhance your Social Media presence……..Anita Hicks is the lady to call. She and her team are amazing!! Thank you, Anita!

Judi Galipo Gordon
Long and Foster Real Estate
December 12, 2011

Anita, and her team have pulled all my social media together as a cohesive collaboration. The graphics have been updated and are very appealing! By having Anita work her magic on my social media, it allows me to do what I do best! Thank you Anita!

Len Hart
Re/Max Advantage Realty
May 2, 2014

I can’t say enough good things about Virtual Assistance by Anita. This company has made a dramatic difference in the quality of my own webpage and social media. Their prices are quite reasonable. Anita and her husband Danny are very knowledgeable and professional. They are also really nice people with whom it is a pleasure doing business.

Joel J. Todd
July 2, 2019

Anita is amazing! I highly recommend her services, she is giving, helpful, and right on target. She will help you with your business or special project right here on Facebook or on some other website. Social media is her area of expertise. I can’t thank Anita enough for her thoughtful services!

Sandy Bearden
Weddings by Sandy
January 22, 0201

I’ve always consider myself internet and Social Media savvy but I don’t come close to Anita who spends her time and passion on Social Media. Anita taught me more tips and tricks in a few minutes than it’s taken me years to uncover. Plus she’s a great friend and woman! Thanks Anita!

Karen Ingall
Karen Ingalls Real Estate Services, Long and Foster Real Estate
October 1, 2012

Anita and her team have been true professionals and their work speaks for itself. Any small business could benefit from their wealth of knowledge and fair prices. Come visit my page and see for yourself

Dr. Marc Gulitz
Mid-Atlantic Spinal Rehab & Chiropractic
August 1, 2012

Very professional, does a fantastic job, we highly recommend her! Extremely knowledgeable team who will take your business to the next level

Lindsay Singer Patten/Allen Stanton
Your Agent For Life, Re/Max Advantage Realty
July 5, 2012

Anita has been an invaluable asset to TKM Virtual Services. In just the short time, she has worked with me, she’s helped me become better organized and increase productivity for the company. Her strengths compliment mine and we work well together. She knows exactly what needs to be done and does not hesitate to take action. I am so pleased to have her support and suggestions. Thank you, Anita!

Kim Wesley
TKM Virtual Services
October 24, 2010

Anita is professional, dedicated, but most of all passionate about what she does! And because she loves what she does, her work is top notch!!

April Hunter
August 8, 2012

Anita and her team are amazing to work with! They have helped me with all areas of my social media presence. I knew what I’ wanted to accomplish, but Anita and her team helped me to get there. No matter what I ask them to do – the answer is always YES. They are prompt with the work they do, responsive in getting what I want done and a complete pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a “social media expert team” to contact Virtual Assistance by Anita!

Jill James
Jill James Photography
October 14, 2016

Anita is absolutely the best. Her motivation and positive energy is just unbelievable. She is very personable. Anita is consistent and very reliable. She is my goldmine! I highly recommend her as a Virtual Assistant and a good friend.

Bob Bauer
Coffee News
February 6, 2010

Thank you so much, Anita for your help developing my Social Media pages! This would have taken a novice like me weeks to do. You are amazing and I look forward to working with you in the future!

Kathy Hayes
My Home Wine Bar
May 14, 2012

Anita is wonderful!! She takes care of all those little things I just can’t seem to get to on a daily basis.

Kim Cox
On Top Home Improvements
November 2, 2013

Anita You Rock! I am so impressed that you were able to build my Isagenix page long distance. You are so patient and understanding and I love you for that. This is the second time I have hired you and I said it before and I’ll say it again….you and your staff are worth every penny! I look forward to working with you again in the near future.

Sue Patterson
 Isagenix International Consultant
May 10, 2012

Anita has been great with all our social media needs! She has made our accounts look professional and really took the time to teach us how to use the sites. Thank you Anita and we look forward to passing your name along and working with you in the future!

Brandy Grooms Naecker
The Jay Fischetti Real Estate Group, Keller Williams Realty Centre
February 1, 2013

I highly recommend @Anita M. Hicks and Virtual Assistance by Anita to small business owners who could benefit from her expertise. Anita is a phenomenal Virtual Assistant with whom I have collaborated on a number of projects. She shares her broad scope of knowledge through workshops and presentations and consistently provides terrific value for her participants. Anita’s attitude is always positive and upbeat. She has surrounded herself with a great team of individuals who serve their clients quickly, efficiently and professionally. Working with Anita has been extremely beneficial and I look forward to continuing our collaborative relationship long into the future.

Peg Duchess Duchesne
BNI Director for Prince Georges County, Duchess Enterprises LLC
July 17, 2012

Working with Anita is a pleasure. she is very responsive and does great work. I highly recommend her service. Thank you, Anita.

John Alzubi
June 1, 2017

No matter what area you’re in, Anita is awesome to work with!! She helped me accomplish something I had wanted to do for a long time on facebook. Highly recommend her services.

Deb Geist
Realtor at Re/Max Advantage Realty
January 6, 2012

Anita – I wanted to drop you a note to let you know that I think you are one of the most awesome VA’s I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with.  I so admire your dedication, persistence and willingness to learn new things!

Michelle Mangen
Your Virtual Assistant,
February 1, 2010

A HUGE thank you to Virtual Assistance by Anita! They are so incredibly helpful & professional! Any question I have ever had they were there with an answer or a solution! Have you noticed my fancy logos & my even fancier cover photo??!! All thanks to Anita & her team! I suggest you don’t delay & contact them today to see how they can help you with all your social media needs! They have so much to offer! Did I mention…Customer Service at its finest!! Believe it!

Christina Bolton
Bolton Home Team, Keller Williams Realty Centre
August 21, 2012

Thank you Anita, for helping The Bob and Ronna Team of Long and Foster with all of our social media needs. You were a breath of fresh air and a joy to work with!

Louise Pomeroy Gifford
Bob and Ronna Team, Long and Foster Real Estate
June 1, 2012

Since handing over social media to Anita I receive so many compliments on things people are seeing on our social accounts. Anita has taken all the stress of social media off my hands. Best news our business is growing with our targeted LinkedIn campaign. I don’t know why any business owner would keep doing their own social media if they find it to be the thing that always gets done last or not at all. Stop thinking about all the things you wish you were doing with your social media strategy and let Anita get them done!

Kim Shanahan
Gifts Fulfilled
December 1, 2021

Anita has always delivered prompt service with a smile.

Quintus McDonald,
Founder and CEO of I AM Recycling LLC
November 11, 2011

I enjoyed learning more in-depth about social media. I found that the training was very informative and worth the investment. Because of Virtual Assistance by Anita, I was able to better understand the in and outs of social media. Your team was top notch and I am glad we took the steps to make things happen. Thank you very much!

Brandon A. Greenfield
January 9, 2016

Anita and Danny always go above and beyond what is expected. I can’t say enough about their customer service and professionalism with designs and setup.. I highly recommend Virtual Assistance by Anita for all of your web and media needs..

William Magargle
Pipermagargle
October 18, 2023

Wonderful work and service deserve a testimonial. Virtual Assistance by Anita is professional, positive, and upbeat. I appreciate the fact that my businesses are now ‘virtually connected.’ Anita and her team held my hand through the entire social media and Search Engine Optimization/SEO process. Take a few minutes and go notice her work at Kathy Sage, Realtor, and Wine tasting Events with Kathy. Thank you, my friend. I look forward to a long business-building relationship.

Kathy Sage
March 12, 2013

A lot of people always ask me about my facebook pages and other social media sites. They comment on how professional it looks and asks me how I do it. I always say “Call Anita” I have no idea – She is a true professional when it comes to social media plus she has one of the biggest hearts out there.

Laura Blaha Strunk
Laura Strunk Team , Keller Williams Realty Centre
September 11, 2011

I hired Virtual Assistance by Anita in 2009.

Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, High Integrity

I was introduced to Anita through a mutual friend, and based on that introduction I decided to add Anita to our team of virtual assistants. That was a decision I will never regret. Anita has been solid as a rock in terms of dependability. She also picks things up quickly, and once she knows what she’s doing she typically has suggestions for improving them. She has a creative mind and is passionate about her work. She’s also a pleasure to work with and an inspiration with her constant positive attitude.

Glenn Garnes
February 22, 2010
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