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		<title>The role of technology in crisis management solutions</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Unlike traditional mobile phones, Satellite phones use a network of satellites that orbit the earth and relay signals back to handsets on the ground.  Satellite phone kits usually come in a portable carry case, making them relatively easy to carry from location to location, although they do tend to be generally larger than as standard [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">Unlike traditional mobile phones, Satellite phones use a network of satellites that orbit the earth and relay signals back to handsets on the ground.  Satellite phone kits usually come in a portable carry case, making them relatively easy to carry from location to location, although they do tend to be generally larger than as standard mobile phone.  You will probably see Satellite phone handsets used on military documentaries on television both on land and at sea.  It is absolutely imperative that communication is established with troops or workers in remote locations as it can help evade potential crisis and in many situations save lives.  Through the use of satellite tracking and communications it can now help to save many lives and prevent unnecessary loss.</p>
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		<title>Key Reasons to Hire a Virtual Assistant</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Dec 2009 13:32:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[As an enterprising business owner, you most probably stay up to the moment with the current trends &#8211; whether technology, finance or business services. The current global trend is Virtual Business &#8211; and it&#8217;s here to stay.
As an executive assistant turned virtual assistant, I have seen this industry evolve over the years. Office premises, employees, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">As an enterprising business owner, you most probably stay up to the moment with the current trends &#8211; whether technology, finance or business services. The current global trend is Virtual Business &#8211; and it&#8217;s here to stay.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">As an executive assistant turned virtual assistant, I have seen this industry evolve over the years. Office premises, employees, equipment and vending machines are becoming a hassle in the fast pace of today&#8217;s society. It&#8217;s costly &#8211; it&#8217;s certainly not productive, and I would rather be spending time getting work done that dealing with these small but cumbersome problems.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">With a virtual business, you only have to concern yourself with one thing &#8211; and that&#8217;s delegating. It is as easy as that, and if you are striving to unlock the doors to your virtual business, outsourcing is absolutely essential. Freelancers, Virtual Assistants and other self employed individuals are all responsible for their own time management, their own equipment, and their own software.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">1. A Personal Computer</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">2. An Internet Connection</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">3. A savvy, up to the minute, Virtual Assistant</p>
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		<title>Getting Started in the Field of Cardiovascular Technology</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 26 Dec 2009 20:04:08 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The number of positions available in health care fields is growing rapidly – including cardiovascular technology jobs. Jobs in cardiovascular technology are those in which people assist physicians and other medical professionals in matters related to the heart and circulatory system. Jobs in cardiovascular technology fall into one of three major areas: invasive cardiology, echocardiography, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">The number of positions available in health care fields is growing rapidly – including cardiovascular technology jobs. Jobs in cardiovascular technology are those in which people assist physicians and other medical professionals in matters related to the heart and circulatory system. Jobs in cardiovascular technology fall into one of three major areas: invasive cardiology, echocardiography, and vascular technology.</p>
<p>One of the more interesting cardiovascular jobs is that of a cardiovascular technician.</p>
<p>At cardiovascular technology schools, students also learn how to prepare patients for cardiac catheterization and balloon angioplasty. In cardiovascular careers, trained medical professionals monitor blood pressure</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Cardiovascular technology education may take place online as well as at a traditional brick and mortar school. Cardiovascular technology jobs pay between $28,000 and $50,000 per year, depending on experience, location and job settings.</p>
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		<title>Why Hire A Real Estate Virtual Assistant?</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Dec 2009 20:35:54 +0000</pubDate>
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You originally accepted the challenge of a real estate agent for many reasons. It may have been due to your love for meeting new people, or finding just the right house for the specific needs of a family. Then you discovered all the planning and paperwork involved in the process. There is marketing, contact management, [...]]]></description>
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<p>You originally accepted the challenge of a real estate agent for many reasons. It may have been due to your love for meeting new people, or finding just the right house for the specific needs of a family. Then you discovered all the planning and paperwork involved in the process. There is marketing, contact management, client acquisition, client retention, design, along with many other administrative and development issues.<br />
In a perfect world you could hire someone who would only come to work when you really needed them and they would always know just what to do. They would never call in sick, take up space in your office, or bother you with insurance concerns.<span id="more-24"></span></p>
<p>Welcome to a Perfect World</p>
<p>The idea of a virtual assistant may sound unique and perhaps even a bit futuristic, but a Real Estate Virtual Assistant can provide the perfect opportunity for you to do what you do best without the hassle of many undesirable elements of real estate sales including transaction coordination, marketing design work, client database management, data entry, lead follow up, and lead generation.</p>
<p>An online virtual assistant can aid you in critical times, allowing you to concentrate on what you enjoy most, serving your clients and selling property.</p>
<p>Practical Reasoning</p>
<p>Virtual assistants never take up room in your office, they never call in sick, they are not entitled to unempoyment and best of all they take care of you in some very specific ways.</p>
<p>Reduce administrative tasks<br />
Increase market awareness<br />
Handle design tasks<br />
Coordinate Transactions<br />
Free up time for agent<br />
Track and follow up with leads<br />
Stay in touch with past clients on agents behalf<br />
Perform direct mail marketing campaigns<br />
Configure and maintain contact database<br />
Develop and manage email marketing campaigns<br />
You might already have a capable assistant in your office, but by learning more about the services of a Real Estate Virtual Assistant you might think twice about hiring a replacement when they leave.</p>
<p>What do Virtual Assistants do?</p>
<p>A virtual assistant will make your business their business for as long as you need them. They take care of all the details you know are needed, but hate doing. Ask yourself, who do you think would do a job better someone who wishes they were not doing it or someone that makes it their specialty?</p>
<p>A virtual assistant is someone who makes use of available technology to help you build and maintain your business.</p>
<p>Change Can Be Good</p>
<p>We understand this idea may seem strange to the sensibilities of some, but as communication methods, technologies, and software have advanced so have opportunities for cost effective outsourcing that allow real estate agents to pursue more lucrative endeavors.</p>
<p>If you have a need for an assistant, but wonder about the cost effective nature of such a hire, consider the benefits of a virtual assistant providing both a viable short and long-term strategy as well as saving you time and money.</p>
<p>Benefits of Hiring a Certified Real Estate Virtual Assistant</p>
<p>Adding a virtual assistant to your team benefits your business in the following ways:</p>
<p>There is minimal training necessary!</p>
<p>You do not compensate Virtual Assistants for: benefits, insurance, vacation, holiday, sick pay or retirement plans nor do you have to pay Social Security, Medicare, Worker&#8217;s Compensation, payroll tax, or unemployment taxes. There are no employee cost associated with a virtual assistant</p>
<p>There are no expenses for computers, office equipment, software, or furniture. Virtual Assistant use our their own equipment, work from their office, and do not take up space in yours.</p>
<p>You can increase your productivity during busy times without hiring additional employees</p>
<p>You can handle special projects without sacrificing another aspect of your business or disrupting your office. You only pay Virtual Assistants for the time they spend on your business</p>
<p>You have access to a professional with skills and technology that you may not have time to learn, implement, or maintain</p>
<p>You will have more free time to focus on growing your business or to spend leisurely!</p></div>
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		<title>Key Reasons to Hire a Virtual Assistant</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 16 Dec 2009 20:08:53 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[As an enterprising business owner, you most probably stay up to the moment with the current trends &#8211; whether technology, finance or business services. The current global trend is Virtual Business &#8211; and it&#8217;s here to stay.
As an executive assistant turned virtual assistant, I have seen this industry evolve over the years. Office premises, employees, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">As an enterprising business owner, you most probably stay up to the moment with the current trends &#8211; whether technology, finance or business services. The current global trend is Virtual Business &#8211; and it&#8217;s here to stay.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">As an executive assistant turned virtual assistant, I have seen this industry evolve over the years. Office premises, employees, equipment and vending machines are becoming a hassle in the fast pace of today&#8217;s society. It&#8217;s costly &#8211; it&#8217;s certainly not productive, and I would rather be spending time getting work done that dealing with these small but cumbersome problems.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">With a virtual business, you only have to concern yourself with one thing &#8211; and that&#8217;s delegating. It is as easy as that, and if you are striving to unlock the doors to your virtual business, outsourcing is absolutely essential. Freelancers, Virtual Assistants and other self employed individuals are all responsible for their own time management, their own equipment, and their own software.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">1. A Personal Computer</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">2. An Internet Connection</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">3. A savvy, up to the minute, Virtual Assistant</p>
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