Distance Learning Study Tips
Distance learning is a fabulous new way to get an advanced education. It allows you to work at home on your own schedule and it allows you to set your own pace for learning. But remember, you still have to do all of the work. It’s just like that old saying, easy does it; but do it!!
In order to be successful in achieving your distance learning goals you will have to develop a sense and source of personal motivation and you will also need good study habits. Just as successful students almost always have good study habits, so too is your online success directly tied to good studying in your distance learning program. Here are a few tips to help you get started off on the right foot.
Set up a study schedule and stick to it. If you need to do two hours of study for every online hour then schedule a fixed time when you will do your studying. Pick a time when you are least likely to be interrupted, it can be early in the morning before the rest of your family wakes up, or it can be later in the day when everyone is gone to work or school.
Don’t pick just before dinner when everyone is unwinding and catching up on their day or listening to their favorite, and very loud, music. You need the peace and quiet in order to concentrate. Some people study in the basement or even the garage. It doesn’t matter where it is as long as it is convenient, quiet, and conducive to your studies.
Plan your study time when everyone else is busy with their own activities. It might be when the kids are gone to sports or dance class or when your spouse is at their bowling night out.
It might be Saturday morning while the kids watch cartoons or your wife is sleeping in. It helps if other people are busy because they won’t be able to interrupt your studying.
Another tip for successful studying in your distance learning program includes creating a space for yourself within your home where you actually enjoy spending time. Some people like to study on the back porch on nice days or in front of a cozy fire on colder nights. As long as you are comfortable it is a good place to study.
Try and protect that space by telling all of your family that this area is off limits during your study time. Make up a small sign that says “Student at Work” or even “Quiet, Please”. You may have to tell them a few times, especially your kids, but sooner rather than later they will get it and respect your need for this study time and space.
Monday, October 18, 2010
Distance Learning
Distance Learning Is Not For Everyone
Distance learning is a great advance forward in making education more accessible to millions of Americans who would simply not have the time or resources to obtain a college degree or technical certificate. It allows people from all over the country, even in remote or rural areas to plug into technology that lets them learn, at their own speed and on their own time.
But distance learning is not for everyone and some people need the familiar surroundings of a real classroom and a real teacher in order to learn. That’s because our traditional education model features three key components that have proven to be effective in helping to educate large numbers of people. Those components are human teacher expression and explanation, student note-taking based on the teacher’s presentation, and peer communication between the students that is facilitated by the teacher.
None of these elements are present in distance learning and as a result it becomes a foreign way for students, old or young, to receive and process the information in order to learn.
In order to be successful in distance learning we must find a way to overcome the fact that these traditional elements are missing in our online education. Some people can do that and others cannot.
Other barriers to distance learning include having the ability to be self-motivated and to do all of the necessary work including studying in order to be successful. If you can’t study or complete assignments without the monitoring and occasional nudge from a teacher then distance learning may not be for you. Similarly if you don’t have the discipline to participate in all online events and to protect your time and space from interruptions and distractions you will find it very hard to go through a distance learning program.
Distance learning may not be for you as well if you already have a busy life that involves a lot of time and responsibilities. You can try and study as you watch over your children at the pool, but sooner or later one of your kids will by accident or design pull you away from your studies. You can try and do a distance learning program while working 60 hours at the office, but eventually something will give, and that’s likely to be your homework assignment.
Distance learning really is a giant step forward in using technology to improve our lives and education. Just remember that it may not be right for you, at least right now.
Distance learning is a great advance forward in making education more accessible to millions of Americans who would simply not have the time or resources to obtain a college degree or technical certificate. It allows people from all over the country, even in remote or rural areas to plug into technology that lets them learn, at their own speed and on their own time.
But distance learning is not for everyone and some people need the familiar surroundings of a real classroom and a real teacher in order to learn. That’s because our traditional education model features three key components that have proven to be effective in helping to educate large numbers of people. Those components are human teacher expression and explanation, student note-taking based on the teacher’s presentation, and peer communication between the students that is facilitated by the teacher.
None of these elements are present in distance learning and as a result it becomes a foreign way for students, old or young, to receive and process the information in order to learn.
In order to be successful in distance learning we must find a way to overcome the fact that these traditional elements are missing in our online education. Some people can do that and others cannot.
Other barriers to distance learning include having the ability to be self-motivated and to do all of the necessary work including studying in order to be successful. If you can’t study or complete assignments without the monitoring and occasional nudge from a teacher then distance learning may not be for you. Similarly if you don’t have the discipline to participate in all online events and to protect your time and space from interruptions and distractions you will find it very hard to go through a distance learning program.
Distance learning may not be for you as well if you already have a busy life that involves a lot of time and responsibilities. You can try and study as you watch over your children at the pool, but sooner or later one of your kids will by accident or design pull you away from your studies. You can try and do a distance learning program while working 60 hours at the office, but eventually something will give, and that’s likely to be your homework assignment.
Distance learning really is a giant step forward in using technology to improve our lives and education. Just remember that it may not be right for you, at least right now.
Sunday, September 12, 2010
Flight Training Schools
Learning to Fly
Flight training schools provide many people with the chance to realize their dreams of flying. Whether you’re interested in a career as an airline pilot, or just hoping to pursue flying as a recreational hobby, flight training schools are the first step on your journey. From beginning lessons on the ground, to in flight training and your first solo flight, flight training can give you the skills it takes to master the art of flying. If you’ve always yearned to take off into the wild blue yonder, consider enrolling at one of the many available flight training schools across the nation.
Getting a Pilot’s License
Just as with cars, you must be licensed to fly an aircraft. Additionally, your pilot’s license will specify which type of aircraft you are allowed to fly. Many flight training schools will assist you in securing a pilot’s license and directing you toward the right aircraft for your objectives. The requirements for a obtaining a license are set by the FAA. Similar to a driving exam, obtaining a pilot’s license requires taking a written exam and taking a test flight with an FAA examiner. In addition, you will need to log between 30 and 40 hours of flight time prior to taking your exam. Flight training schools will provide all the information and flying experience you need to pass your exam.
What to Expect from Flight Training Schools
Flight training schools are generally located at smaller airfields located across the country. Both ground training and flight experience are required to pass the FAA exam, and most flight schools have the facilities to provide both types of training. You can expect to learn all of the following at flight training schools:
* The principles of flight – Basic aerodynamics and physics relating to how airplanes are able to fly.
* Flight regulations – FAA mandated rules and laws governing all aspects of flight.
* Meteorology – How weather patterns affect the ability to fly and flying under difficult conditions.
* Navigation – How to expertly execute a course using the airplanes controls and equipment
* Radio communication – When and how to use the inboard communication systems to contact air traffic control and destination airports.
* Flight instruments – The usage and need for the instruments on the control panel.
* Human factors – How pilot error and correction contributes to the safety of flight
Prerequisites for Flight Training Schools
While flying is certainly an exhilarating experience, flight training schools can be an expensive endeavor. Many flight programs will offer you the opportunity to take an initial flight for a small fee before committing to the program to ensure that you are suited for flying. Additional things you should consider before registering for flight training schools include getting an aviation medical certificate and learning as much as you can about piloting without actually flying a plane. There are some valuable resources such as CD training programs and manuals that can assist you both before and during flight training.
Flight training schools provide many people with the chance to realize their dreams of flying. Whether you’re interested in a career as an airline pilot, or just hoping to pursue flying as a recreational hobby, flight training schools are the first step on your journey. From beginning lessons on the ground, to in flight training and your first solo flight, flight training can give you the skills it takes to master the art of flying. If you’ve always yearned to take off into the wild blue yonder, consider enrolling at one of the many available flight training schools across the nation.
Getting a Pilot’s License
Just as with cars, you must be licensed to fly an aircraft. Additionally, your pilot’s license will specify which type of aircraft you are allowed to fly. Many flight training schools will assist you in securing a pilot’s license and directing you toward the right aircraft for your objectives. The requirements for a obtaining a license are set by the FAA. Similar to a driving exam, obtaining a pilot’s license requires taking a written exam and taking a test flight with an FAA examiner. In addition, you will need to log between 30 and 40 hours of flight time prior to taking your exam. Flight training schools will provide all the information and flying experience you need to pass your exam.
What to Expect from Flight Training Schools
Flight training schools are generally located at smaller airfields located across the country. Both ground training and flight experience are required to pass the FAA exam, and most flight schools have the facilities to provide both types of training. You can expect to learn all of the following at flight training schools:
* The principles of flight – Basic aerodynamics and physics relating to how airplanes are able to fly.
* Flight regulations – FAA mandated rules and laws governing all aspects of flight.
* Meteorology – How weather patterns affect the ability to fly and flying under difficult conditions.
* Navigation – How to expertly execute a course using the airplanes controls and equipment
* Radio communication – When and how to use the inboard communication systems to contact air traffic control and destination airports.
* Flight instruments – The usage and need for the instruments on the control panel.
* Human factors – How pilot error and correction contributes to the safety of flight
Prerequisites for Flight Training Schools
While flying is certainly an exhilarating experience, flight training schools can be an expensive endeavor. Many flight programs will offer you the opportunity to take an initial flight for a small fee before committing to the program to ensure that you are suited for flying. Additional things you should consider before registering for flight training schools include getting an aviation medical certificate and learning as much as you can about piloting without actually flying a plane. There are some valuable resources such as CD training programs and manuals that can assist you both before and during flight training.
Help Others Learn And Grow
Who doesn't love the idea of travel? Who doesn't dream about a job that could take them anywhere in the world? If you're interested in teaching English as a second language, you've chosen one of the most popular careers for those with a true sense of adventure.
As with most careers, there are certain personalities that succeed at this job, and certain personalities that don't. A close look at native speaking English teachers overseas would likely result in seeing some common traits which all successful teachers seem to have. If you're not sure whether or not you could be successful at this job, check out the following list.
• Are you an independent worker? This not only applies to the classroom setting- it also applies to getting yourself over to your new country. Unless you fall in with a very helpful employer along the way, you will be negotiating travel plans and lining up job interviews entirely by yourself. Chances are good you'll land in the country with nothing but your luggage (if you're lucky). You must be self-reliant enough to figure out your own lodgings, food, and transportation- at least at the beginning.
• Do you have a love for other cultures? You'll have to be very tolerant and very open to change in order to teach English in another country. Keep in mind you won't just be visiting- you will be a working citizen of that country for the entire term of your contract. If you're absolutely attached to your SUV or you can't handle eating things you don't recognize, you're not going to adapt very well. If, on the other hand, you're the type of person who loves to travel and can't wait to immerse yourself in a world that's entirely different from your own, then you're in the perfect mindset for success.
• Are you a pre-planner? If you drive your friends crazy by having to over-plan everything, congratulations- you're the right personality type for teaching English as a second language. The number one problem people experience in this job path is ending up in a position that doesn't make them happy. You must be prepared to literally do hours of research about your school and your chosen position. Things aren't always as they seem at first blush, and if you don't take the time to dig deeper and plan for what's coming, you could find yourself in a very unlucky situation. Nobody likes to hate his job- particularly when it's thousands of miles away from home.
• Are you prepared to make a few big leaps? It might sound contradictory, but even with all the pre-planning, there will come a moment when you have to trust fate and just go for it. We're not saying to do anything rash. Please, check out your future position, fly to the country and interview in person if you feel it’s necessary, and keep thousands of to-do lists. But when the moment actually comes to get on the plane, you'll have to have a certain amount of bravery. Those who can't handle jumping into the somewhat-unknown a few times aren't going to be able to handle this job.
If after all of this you're still determined to teach English as a second language, then you know what to do. Start researching and working your connections as soon as possible. And start preparing your family and friends for the fact that you're going to be gone. Write your landlord; find someone to take your pet cat. You're on the way!
As with most careers, there are certain personalities that succeed at this job, and certain personalities that don't. A close look at native speaking English teachers overseas would likely result in seeing some common traits which all successful teachers seem to have. If you're not sure whether or not you could be successful at this job, check out the following list.
• Are you an independent worker? This not only applies to the classroom setting- it also applies to getting yourself over to your new country. Unless you fall in with a very helpful employer along the way, you will be negotiating travel plans and lining up job interviews entirely by yourself. Chances are good you'll land in the country with nothing but your luggage (if you're lucky). You must be self-reliant enough to figure out your own lodgings, food, and transportation- at least at the beginning.
• Do you have a love for other cultures? You'll have to be very tolerant and very open to change in order to teach English in another country. Keep in mind you won't just be visiting- you will be a working citizen of that country for the entire term of your contract. If you're absolutely attached to your SUV or you can't handle eating things you don't recognize, you're not going to adapt very well. If, on the other hand, you're the type of person who loves to travel and can't wait to immerse yourself in a world that's entirely different from your own, then you're in the perfect mindset for success.
• Are you a pre-planner? If you drive your friends crazy by having to over-plan everything, congratulations- you're the right personality type for teaching English as a second language. The number one problem people experience in this job path is ending up in a position that doesn't make them happy. You must be prepared to literally do hours of research about your school and your chosen position. Things aren't always as they seem at first blush, and if you don't take the time to dig deeper and plan for what's coming, you could find yourself in a very unlucky situation. Nobody likes to hate his job- particularly when it's thousands of miles away from home.
• Are you prepared to make a few big leaps? It might sound contradictory, but even with all the pre-planning, there will come a moment when you have to trust fate and just go for it. We're not saying to do anything rash. Please, check out your future position, fly to the country and interview in person if you feel it’s necessary, and keep thousands of to-do lists. But when the moment actually comes to get on the plane, you'll have to have a certain amount of bravery. Those who can't handle jumping into the somewhat-unknown a few times aren't going to be able to handle this job.
If after all of this you're still determined to teach English as a second language, then you know what to do. Start researching and working your connections as soon as possible. And start preparing your family and friends for the fact that you're going to be gone. Write your landlord; find someone to take your pet cat. You're on the way!
Technologies of Tomorrow
It is exciting to look into the future of technology. In an age of continuous innovation and invention, when the discovery of today loses its sheen tomorrow, it is not easy to pinpoint technologies that will transform our future.
Engineering and technical developments are everyone's concern, as they will not be confined to industry, university classrooms, and R&D labs. Instead, they will make a tremendous difference in our day-to-day lives. Here I will attempt to identify some of the technologies that will revolutionize our lives and our values in the coming years.
1. Quantum Computers
Unlike current PCs, quantum computers will have switches that can be in an on or off state simultaneously. The mechanism that will make this possible is known as superposition, and the switches are referred to as quantum bits. The system will make quantum computers operate very fast. A basic quantum computer is likely to be operational by 2020.
2. Programmable Matter
Scientists are in the midst of creating a substance that can take a specific shape to perform a specific task. The substance is known as claytronics, and it consists of catoms. Individual catoms are programmed to move in three dimensions and position themselves so that they assume different shapes. This technology is likely to have numerous applications ranging from medical use to 3D physical rendering. It may take around two decades to become a reality.
3. Terascale Computing
Techies are working on a project that would make our PCs able to contain tens to hundreds of parallel working cores. The device will have the capability to process huge amounts of information. To create this technology, Intel is exploring the possibility of using nanotechnology and allowing for billions of transistors.
4. Repliee Robots
Repliee is one of the most advanced life-like robots ever created. Repliee, an android, is covered with a substance which is very similar to human skin. Sensors placed inside the robot control its movements and enable it to respond to its environment. Astonishingly, the robot can flutter its eyelids and replicate breathing. Repliee operates best in a static condition.
5. Organic Computers
To further advance the computing realm, techies need to create a hybrid CPU that is silicon based but contains organic parts as well. The most promising progress in information processing concerns a neurochip that places organic neurons onto a network of silicon or other materials. Future computers will be able to bridge the silicon and organic spheres to utilize processors that incorporate both of these elements.
6. "Spray-On" Nanocomputers
The "spray-on" nanocomputer would consist of particles that can be sprayed onto a patient. It would monitor the patient's medical condition and communicate wirelessly to other machines.
7. Carrier Ethernet
Carrier Ethernet is a business service/access technology. It can serve as a transport method for both business and residential service. Ethernet will dominate the metro space in the future and will slowly displace SONET/SDH over the next 10 to 20 years.
Development sustains life. However, techies cannot afford to forget that technological advancement will remain inadequate in the absence of contributions from all branches of knowledge and will not flourish if it does not benefit society.
Engineering and technical developments are everyone's concern, as they will not be confined to industry, university classrooms, and R&D labs. Instead, they will make a tremendous difference in our day-to-day lives. Here I will attempt to identify some of the technologies that will revolutionize our lives and our values in the coming years.
1. Quantum Computers
Unlike current PCs, quantum computers will have switches that can be in an on or off state simultaneously. The mechanism that will make this possible is known as superposition, and the switches are referred to as quantum bits. The system will make quantum computers operate very fast. A basic quantum computer is likely to be operational by 2020.
2. Programmable Matter
Scientists are in the midst of creating a substance that can take a specific shape to perform a specific task. The substance is known as claytronics, and it consists of catoms. Individual catoms are programmed to move in three dimensions and position themselves so that they assume different shapes. This technology is likely to have numerous applications ranging from medical use to 3D physical rendering. It may take around two decades to become a reality.
3. Terascale Computing
Techies are working on a project that would make our PCs able to contain tens to hundreds of parallel working cores. The device will have the capability to process huge amounts of information. To create this technology, Intel is exploring the possibility of using nanotechnology and allowing for billions of transistors.
4. Repliee Robots
Repliee is one of the most advanced life-like robots ever created. Repliee, an android, is covered with a substance which is very similar to human skin. Sensors placed inside the robot control its movements and enable it to respond to its environment. Astonishingly, the robot can flutter its eyelids and replicate breathing. Repliee operates best in a static condition.
5. Organic Computers
To further advance the computing realm, techies need to create a hybrid CPU that is silicon based but contains organic parts as well. The most promising progress in information processing concerns a neurochip that places organic neurons onto a network of silicon or other materials. Future computers will be able to bridge the silicon and organic spheres to utilize processors that incorporate both of these elements.
6. "Spray-On" Nanocomputers
The "spray-on" nanocomputer would consist of particles that can be sprayed onto a patient. It would monitor the patient's medical condition and communicate wirelessly to other machines.
7. Carrier Ethernet
Carrier Ethernet is a business service/access technology. It can serve as a transport method for both business and residential service. Ethernet will dominate the metro space in the future and will slowly displace SONET/SDH over the next 10 to 20 years.
Development sustains life. However, techies cannot afford to forget that technological advancement will remain inadequate in the absence of contributions from all branches of knowledge and will not flourish if it does not benefit society.
Telecommuters To Guarantee Success
Telecommuters are individuals who spend part, if not all, of their working hours at another location other than the workplace. For most people it is their home. In order to do this one must have a variety of "telecommunication technologies" such as a telephone, Internet, various computer programs and a fax machine at one's disposal.
Telecommuters need to have excellent skills when it comes to the laborious task of telephone interviews. The first most important phone interview tip is to always be prepared in case you are contacted for an interview, no matter what time of day it is. Many employers do not give telecommuters the heads up in advance about when they will be calling to speak with them.
Another important phone interview tip is to get ready for your interview in much the same way you would for a regular "in person" interview. Anticipate what questions you might be asked and have appropriate answers in your mind (or written on paper) before the interview even begins. Be ready and willing to answer questions about your educational background, work experience and skills. Also be prepared to tell the prospective recruiter or employer what you could do for him or her.
Prepare a list of questions you wish to ask the interviewer. Always ask at least a few questions as it shows that you are paying attention and that you are very interested in the position in question. Keep in mind that phone interviews are sometimes more difficult to gage because you have to rely completely on the spoken word. Neither the interview nor interviewee is able to pick up on body language or any nuances of behavior but instead must go by the words and questions they are presented with and the pitch and intonation of words. Tread carefully and maintain a balanced, professional and courteous tone of voice at all times.
It is essential in a phone interview for a telecommuter to speak as a person in the know. Don't indulge in too many "ums", "okays", "I don't knows" or "uhs" as these words don't carry with them an air of knowledge or confidence. Always have your resume nearby so you can consult it during your phone interview. After all the interviewer is looking at your resume, why shouldn't you be as well?
Other important tips include turning your call-waiting feature off so there are no interruptions; making sure you are alone in the room and there is no noise anywhere nearby to disturb the interview and having a notepad and paper handy to jot down any relevant information that you glean from the interview.
Telecommuters need to have excellent skills when it comes to the laborious task of telephone interviews. The first most important phone interview tip is to always be prepared in case you are contacted for an interview, no matter what time of day it is. Many employers do not give telecommuters the heads up in advance about when they will be calling to speak with them.
Another important phone interview tip is to get ready for your interview in much the same way you would for a regular "in person" interview. Anticipate what questions you might be asked and have appropriate answers in your mind (or written on paper) before the interview even begins. Be ready and willing to answer questions about your educational background, work experience and skills. Also be prepared to tell the prospective recruiter or employer what you could do for him or her.
Prepare a list of questions you wish to ask the interviewer. Always ask at least a few questions as it shows that you are paying attention and that you are very interested in the position in question. Keep in mind that phone interviews are sometimes more difficult to gage because you have to rely completely on the spoken word. Neither the interview nor interviewee is able to pick up on body language or any nuances of behavior but instead must go by the words and questions they are presented with and the pitch and intonation of words. Tread carefully and maintain a balanced, professional and courteous tone of voice at all times.
It is essential in a phone interview for a telecommuter to speak as a person in the know. Don't indulge in too many "ums", "okays", "I don't knows" or "uhs" as these words don't carry with them an air of knowledge or confidence. Always have your resume nearby so you can consult it during your phone interview. After all the interviewer is looking at your resume, why shouldn't you be as well?
Other important tips include turning your call-waiting feature off so there are no interruptions; making sure you are alone in the room and there is no noise anywhere nearby to disturb the interview and having a notepad and paper handy to jot down any relevant information that you glean from the interview.
Telecommuting Idea: Appointment Setter
Most small business owners are very busy people who don’t have a lot of extra time on their hands. They will happily outsource some of their daily time-consuming tasks to a telecommuter. One of these time consuming tasks is setting appointments. Appointment setting is a perfect occupation for a telecommuter. The employer doesn’t necessarily need a full-time employee to set his appointments, but at the same time needs someone that is available the majority of business hours in case his clients call in, or to make calls at different times of the day.
A telecommuter is the perfect candidate for this position. As a telecommuting appointment setter you can work with your employer’s schedule. If he needs a few calls made in the morning and then wants you to be available for callbacks in the afternoon, you are there to help. Best of all, you are not limited to just one employer or client. You can easily work as an appointment setter for several business owners at the same time. This will allow you to make a fulltime income while allowing each employer to only pay you for a few hours per day or week.
Setting appointments is something you can easily do from home. All you need is a phone and some way to organize yourself. A computer with Microsoft Outlook, or an Excel spreadsheet to keep track of your clients’ schedules would work well. You could even do this with a good paper calendar at first.
You should have good telephone and written skills to work as an appointment setter. Previous experience as an administrative assistant or secretary is not necessary, but is definitely a plus when it comes to the skills you need and when you are approaching prospective employers or clients. You should also be fairly organized to be able to keep up with multiple appointments for multiple clients each day.
As an appointment setter you will be spending a lot of time both on the phone and on email. You will be checking in with your clients (the small business owners) on a daily basis and then spend the rest of your time contacting their clients, setting up and later confirming appointments. Of course you will also keep your own clients or employers informed of any changes or cancellations throughout the day.
If this is something you are interested in doing, here’s how to start. Determine your hourly rate. You should take the going rate for a task like this in an office setting into consideration and then up it from there. Your employer does not have to provide you with an office, a computer, telephone or any other equipment. You are also most likely going to be an independent contractor, which means he does not have to pay for any of your benefits or taxes. You will be responsible for all this, keep that in mind when determining your rate.
Now it’s time to approach small business owners in your area with what you have to offer and start building a client base. Once you have a few happy clients, word of mouth advertising should start to bring you even more business.
A telecommuter is the perfect candidate for this position. As a telecommuting appointment setter you can work with your employer’s schedule. If he needs a few calls made in the morning and then wants you to be available for callbacks in the afternoon, you are there to help. Best of all, you are not limited to just one employer or client. You can easily work as an appointment setter for several business owners at the same time. This will allow you to make a fulltime income while allowing each employer to only pay you for a few hours per day or week.
Setting appointments is something you can easily do from home. All you need is a phone and some way to organize yourself. A computer with Microsoft Outlook, or an Excel spreadsheet to keep track of your clients’ schedules would work well. You could even do this with a good paper calendar at first.
You should have good telephone and written skills to work as an appointment setter. Previous experience as an administrative assistant or secretary is not necessary, but is definitely a plus when it comes to the skills you need and when you are approaching prospective employers or clients. You should also be fairly organized to be able to keep up with multiple appointments for multiple clients each day.
As an appointment setter you will be spending a lot of time both on the phone and on email. You will be checking in with your clients (the small business owners) on a daily basis and then spend the rest of your time contacting their clients, setting up and later confirming appointments. Of course you will also keep your own clients or employers informed of any changes or cancellations throughout the day.
If this is something you are interested in doing, here’s how to start. Determine your hourly rate. You should take the going rate for a task like this in an office setting into consideration and then up it from there. Your employer does not have to provide you with an office, a computer, telephone or any other equipment. You are also most likely going to be an independent contractor, which means he does not have to pay for any of your benefits or taxes. You will be responsible for all this, keep that in mind when determining your rate.
Now it’s time to approach small business owners in your area with what you have to offer and start building a client base. Once you have a few happy clients, word of mouth advertising should start to bring you even more business.
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