Throughout this blog, and all the entries it contains, there is one piece of advise I have constantly given. It's a very worthy piece of advice, so I have decided, as it is such an important tip, that I would give it an entry all of it's own.
If you have your doubts about an e-mail you have received, and don't want to follow the link, if you are not sure about a site you're on, or you want to double check on a vendor.... OPEN UP A NEW BROWSER AND CHECK IT OUT.
It seems like a very obvious thing to do, but it is so forgotten. It's a very simple tip, but incredibly effective, and well worth taking the few extra minutes to check it out. I told you it was simple!!!
Tuesday, March 18, 2008
Friday, March 14, 2008
Your PCs security
I have found a super product. Its called The Hackers Nightmare - The Bible of Computer and Internet Security.
This is so well worth the money. It easy to read and understand and implement. Seriously, I have never been so impressed with something I have bought online, and as I am paranoid (maybe that's a bit too strong) about my laptop being infected I was very impressed with it. Its written in a way that Novices can understand, and will hellp you in your battle against malware.
Seriously I couldn't possibley recommend anything more highly. If its something you are interested in just CLICK HERE. For only $30.00 you couldn't possibly go wrong!
This is so well worth the money. It easy to read and understand and implement. Seriously, I have never been so impressed with something I have bought online, and as I am paranoid (maybe that's a bit too strong) about my laptop being infected I was very impressed with it. Its written in a way that Novices can understand, and will hellp you in your battle against malware.
Seriously I couldn't possibley recommend anything more highly. If its something you are interested in just CLICK HERE. For only $30.00 you couldn't possibly go wrong!
Thursday, March 13, 2008
Selling on Auction Sites
When you decide to sell on ebay, you have no real control over who sees your item. You receive messages from genuine buyers, who have genuine questions.
You will also receive e-mails from (usually) chinese distributors, who want to offer you items to sell. These are more annoying than anything else, and usually relentless.
Then you get the really dodgy e-mails. Usually telling you that they want you item. Notice I said ITEM. They are prepared to offer you ten times the market value of the item. These e-mails (if you havn't guessed it) are total scams. The e-mailer will want to pay you via western union, and have the item shipped to Nigeria. Not always Nigeria, and I can't give a complete country the blame, but unfortunately the majority of these scams originate from internet cafes in Nigeria.
When you receive these messages in your inbox, DON'T ANSWER THEM!!! Log into the auction site you are a member of, and check to see if the message is in your inbox. If it is report it. If it's not, the auction site will usually have a security department e-mail you can report it to. For example ebay has spoof@ebay.com
Your auction site will appreciate your reports. It helps them to protect you!
You will also receive e-mails from (usually) chinese distributors, who want to offer you items to sell. These are more annoying than anything else, and usually relentless.
Then you get the really dodgy e-mails. Usually telling you that they want you item. Notice I said ITEM. They are prepared to offer you ten times the market value of the item. These e-mails (if you havn't guessed it) are total scams. The e-mailer will want to pay you via western union, and have the item shipped to Nigeria. Not always Nigeria, and I can't give a complete country the blame, but unfortunately the majority of these scams originate from internet cafes in Nigeria.
When you receive these messages in your inbox, DON'T ANSWER THEM!!! Log into the auction site you are a member of, and check to see if the message is in your inbox. If it is report it. If it's not, the auction site will usually have a security department e-mail you can report it to. For example ebay has spoof@ebay.com
Your auction site will appreciate your reports. It helps them to protect you!
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Using WiFi
This is a short but sweet tip
WiFi is a wonderful thing. It cuts down on the necessity of wires everywhere, and it's particularly ideal if you use a laptop. The essence of a laptop is portablity and let's face it, wires pretty much prevent that.
If you use WiFi in your home, remember to password the access to your router. If you don't password your access, anyone can park outside their house with their laptop and use you access. No matter what sites they visit, it will all be registered to YOUR IP address, and if they are sites that have illegal content it will be your problem, not matter how hard you protest!
WiFi is a wonderful thing. It cuts down on the necessity of wires everywhere, and it's particularly ideal if you use a laptop. The essence of a laptop is portablity and let's face it, wires pretty much prevent that.
If you use WiFi in your home, remember to password the access to your router. If you don't password your access, anyone can park outside their house with their laptop and use you access. No matter what sites they visit, it will all be registered to YOUR IP address, and if they are sites that have illegal content it will be your problem, not matter how hard you protest!
Saturday, March 8, 2008
Your e-mail!
This might seem like a rather obvious one, so I will keep this short and sweet.
Always remember that you are not limited to having one e-mail account. If you are starting something new, like trading on e-bay or an auction site, rather than use your normal regular e-mail, where you communicate with your friends and family, create and new e-mail to take queries etc;
Use and account that you are not worried closing, especially as when you trade online the chance of you receiving phising e-mails are increased, and you don't want to send an e-mail to everyone you know to say you are closing your personal account.
It's just a piece of lateral thinking, but it's effective lateral thinking!
Always remember that you are not limited to having one e-mail account. If you are starting something new, like trading on e-bay or an auction site, rather than use your normal regular e-mail, where you communicate with your friends and family, create and new e-mail to take queries etc;
Use and account that you are not worried closing, especially as when you trade online the chance of you receiving phising e-mails are increased, and you don't want to send an e-mail to everyone you know to say you are closing your personal account.
It's just a piece of lateral thinking, but it's effective lateral thinking!
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
Bluetooth, its is safe?
When most people think of bluetooth, they tend to think of hand held devices, or a head set for communicating via an internet connection. Alot of people have (especially on newer computers/laptops) built in bluetooth, but never use it, and the constant news reports of bluesnarfing or bluebugging have put a lot of people off using it.
Bluetooth never really took off in they way it was expected to, but it is more adaptable that people actually think. It can be used to set up network etc; However its main design and function of for PAN (personal area network).
However bluetooth is not as easy to breech as you would think. There are what are called "cell phone worms", this worm with either copy your phonebook, or delete everyting. Although you have to remember that you can always turn your bluetooth off.
Bluetooth has such a short range, any hacker will have to be withing 10 meters or 33 feet away from you.
It's not a major security issue, but if you don't feel happy using it, just turn it off. If you have it on your cell phone, just turn it off if you are not going to be using it.
If you need more information contact your cell phone network provider, your internet service provider or the hardware supplier.
Bluetooth never really took off in they way it was expected to, but it is more adaptable that people actually think. It can be used to set up network etc; However its main design and function of for PAN (personal area network).
However bluetooth is not as easy to breech as you would think. There are what are called "cell phone worms", this worm with either copy your phonebook, or delete everyting. Although you have to remember that you can always turn your bluetooth off.
Bluetooth has such a short range, any hacker will have to be withing 10 meters or 33 feet away from you.
It's not a major security issue, but if you don't feel happy using it, just turn it off. If you have it on your cell phone, just turn it off if you are not going to be using it.
If you need more information contact your cell phone network provider, your internet service provider or the hardware supplier.
Monday, March 3, 2008
Spelling mistakes?
The title of this might be a misleading, however they are also a good giveaway relating to what is a phishing or scam site or e-mail. This is another example of checking everything out, and then making a decision. (Don't forget my golden rule, open up a new browser and double check everything)
For example:
The word WHICH, is the most common spelling mistake, in something that is bogus it will be spelled WICH, WITCH (in the wrong context)WHITCH
The reason this doesn't always jump out at us is because the first and last letter are correct. If you pay a little bit of attention to this, it will become more obvious.
Another one that I have seen (on very flashy websites and e-mails too) is the word PROBABLY. It has been PROBLY, PROBABBLY and spellings like that.
It's just another area in which you can take a common sense approach to stop the online scams.
For example:
The word WHICH, is the most common spelling mistake, in something that is bogus it will be spelled WICH, WITCH (in the wrong context)WHITCH
The reason this doesn't always jump out at us is because the first and last letter are correct. If you pay a little bit of attention to this, it will become more obvious.
Another one that I have seen (on very flashy websites and e-mails too) is the word PROBABLY. It has been PROBLY, PROBABBLY and spellings like that.
It's just another area in which you can take a common sense approach to stop the online scams.
Posting your Resume online
Another post that is short and sweet!
In this, the day and age of identity theft it is increasingly easy for phishers to get your details.
A lot of people nowadays tend to put their resumes up online with every detail about themselves. When doing this be more careful. If you secure and interview you can give a more detailed resume and promote yourself at the interview stage.
When you are putting your details up online I don't mean that you be vague, but leave your nationality, sex, age, address, date of birth etc; OFF your resume. Let your qualifications and experience speak for themselves. If they want more details just say that more details and reference can be supplied upon request.
If need be, say you will fax the details. Get the fax number, and then call the main reception and confirm that it is the companies fax number.
This all may strike you as being a bit paranoid, but it is better to be safe than sorry. It's just a piece of advice!
In this, the day and age of identity theft it is increasingly easy for phishers to get your details.
A lot of people nowadays tend to put their resumes up online with every detail about themselves. When doing this be more careful. If you secure and interview you can give a more detailed resume and promote yourself at the interview stage.
When you are putting your details up online I don't mean that you be vague, but leave your nationality, sex, age, address, date of birth etc; OFF your resume. Let your qualifications and experience speak for themselves. If they want more details just say that more details and reference can be supplied upon request.
If need be, say you will fax the details. Get the fax number, and then call the main reception and confirm that it is the companies fax number.
This all may strike you as being a bit paranoid, but it is better to be safe than sorry. It's just a piece of advice!
Simple but effective!
In this blog, you will be introduced to concepts and things that you may not have though of. However this particular entry is going to short and concise!
The simple truth is, use your head. Try to look at all concepts. For example when you get a phishing e-mail, read it carefully.
A company that is a true victim of phishing is Paypal. The phisher will send e-mail that for all intents and purposes looks like its from paypal. However when you look closer at the e-mail it will have dead giveaways. A line might be slightly in the wrong place, a spelling incorrect.
Now don't get me wrong the are getting better and better. But if you want to check something on your account in anything, just open a new browser.
That particular thing has to be the best piece of advice you can have, so I'm going to repeat it. OPEN UP A NEW BROWSER, DON'T USE LINKS IN AN E-MAIL.
So like I said, in the title, simple but effective!
The simple truth is, use your head. Try to look at all concepts. For example when you get a phishing e-mail, read it carefully.
A company that is a true victim of phishing is Paypal. The phisher will send e-mail that for all intents and purposes looks like its from paypal. However when you look closer at the e-mail it will have dead giveaways. A line might be slightly in the wrong place, a spelling incorrect.
Now don't get me wrong the are getting better and better. But if you want to check something on your account in anything, just open a new browser.
That particular thing has to be the best piece of advice you can have, so I'm going to repeat it. OPEN UP A NEW BROWSER, DON'T USE LINKS IN AN E-MAIL.
So like I said, in the title, simple but effective!
Sunday, March 2, 2008
E-mail from your banks and service providers
The massive trend from scammers today seems to be sending quiet good quality e-mails that appear to be from a bank, network, paypal etc;.
The message is always around the same theme. That there appears to be a problem with your account, or that there was strange activity on your account and to click this link to gain access.
I myself have received e-mails from bank that are Italian, British, American, Australian... the list is pretty endless. I have never banked with any of these banks. EVER. I am not even based in any of these countries so why would I have accounts with them.
There is a chance they may get it right one day, but I will just ignore it. If you do receive such a message, always open up a new browser and access your internet account in the usual way. If your bank or network or paypal has something to tell you they will have a message for you when you long in.
DON'T click on the link provided in the e-mail. This link has been created with the sole aim of getting your personal details. I can't stress this enough, don't click the link, open another browser and check from there.
On the site you are accessing look for the e-mail for security and forward the mail to them, and tell them that you are deleting it from your account.
It only takes an extra minute or two to protect yourself. Opening you browser a second time takes minutes, and could save you time, effort and money.
The message is always around the same theme. That there appears to be a problem with your account, or that there was strange activity on your account and to click this link to gain access.
I myself have received e-mails from bank that are Italian, British, American, Australian... the list is pretty endless. I have never banked with any of these banks. EVER. I am not even based in any of these countries so why would I have accounts with them.
There is a chance they may get it right one day, but I will just ignore it. If you do receive such a message, always open up a new browser and access your internet account in the usual way. If your bank or network or paypal has something to tell you they will have a message for you when you long in.
DON'T click on the link provided in the e-mail. This link has been created with the sole aim of getting your personal details. I can't stress this enough, don't click the link, open another browser and check from there.
On the site you are accessing look for the e-mail for security and forward the mail to them, and tell them that you are deleting it from your account.
It only takes an extra minute or two to protect yourself. Opening you browser a second time takes minutes, and could save you time, effort and money.
Paying online
A lot of people are weary of paying for items online. They of course can't entirely be blamed, whenever something goes wrong, it get shouted about from the hill tops.
People are right to be weary! One major thing to do is to use paypal as a way of payment. This is especially useful if you don't have a credit card. Not to mention the added security that paypal affords you. This also means that the person you are purchasing from DOES NOT get your card or bank details. Very important in this day and age of identity theft. Many people don't like paypal, but you wont get protection like it. Although there are other online payment companies beginning, which give you the same protection, they just don't have the same brand that paypal has built up.
Failing that pay with a credit card. Your credit card provider will always protect the purchases you have made so if you have any difficulties they will protect you. When you see the security protection the vendor provides open up a new browser and check it. Just type the name of the data protector into your search engine and see what people have to say about it. It will take a few minutes of your time.
I do not advise you to pay via transfer. Once your money is gone it's gone! Your bank will provide you no protection (in most cases), as you agreed to the transfer, it was YOU who made the transaction and on your own head be it.
The only way I not going to TELL you not to pay someone you don't know or trust is via Western Union or moneygram. It's unfortunate that Western Union gets picked on a lot by scammers, as it's a great way for parents to get a cash infusion to their children or whatever. Western Union do their best to stop people from being scammed, but there are not in on these scams so it's not their fault.
Always try and use your common sense, and if your instinct tells you something, listen to it!
People are right to be weary! One major thing to do is to use paypal as a way of payment. This is especially useful if you don't have a credit card. Not to mention the added security that paypal affords you. This also means that the person you are purchasing from DOES NOT get your card or bank details. Very important in this day and age of identity theft. Many people don't like paypal, but you wont get protection like it. Although there are other online payment companies beginning, which give you the same protection, they just don't have the same brand that paypal has built up.
Failing that pay with a credit card. Your credit card provider will always protect the purchases you have made so if you have any difficulties they will protect you. When you see the security protection the vendor provides open up a new browser and check it. Just type the name of the data protector into your search engine and see what people have to say about it. It will take a few minutes of your time.
I do not advise you to pay via transfer. Once your money is gone it's gone! Your bank will provide you no protection (in most cases), as you agreed to the transfer, it was YOU who made the transaction and on your own head be it.
The only way I not going to TELL you not to pay someone you don't know or trust is via Western Union or moneygram. It's unfortunate that Western Union gets picked on a lot by scammers, as it's a great way for parents to get a cash infusion to their children or whatever. Western Union do their best to stop people from being scammed, but there are not in on these scams so it's not their fault.
Always try and use your common sense, and if your instinct tells you something, listen to it!
Paid to read and Paid to click
A lot of internet users and constantly trying to find ways to earn a living on line. With that in mind you have to remember that hand in hand with that comes internet users trying to con and scam.
Now I'm going to focus on the pay to read (ptr) and pay to click (ptc) programs. Before I get into detail, I am going to say for the record that there are PLENTY of genuine opportunities out there. A very honest program is www.adbux.org they have a very good reputation, even if there are going to be delays in anything they do, they tell you and don't ignore your tickets, and they DO pay you. There are many more programs like this.
When trying to pick a program do your research. They are usually free to join, but you will waste your time clicking on ads and offers if you don't check them out.
Always check to see if you can find anything online about the program you are interested in. Do a quick check on the advertising rates verses the payment rates. For example there is a company called Capital Mail, they claim to pay $200 per mail per ad clicked. When you get to the cash out amount the payment button never shows up. Now think on this, an advertiser pays around $20 for a set of ads sent to lets say 200 people. So how does one person get $200 from and advertising rate of $20 to send to a total of 200 people!
So be careful and do your homework. If you are having difficulties getting your payment and you are very sure you won't get it, use the credits to advertise an MLM program you are involved in, or your own website. You will usually get this quicker than the cash.
Now I'm going to focus on the pay to read (ptr) and pay to click (ptc) programs. Before I get into detail, I am going to say for the record that there are PLENTY of genuine opportunities out there. A very honest program is www.adbux.org they have a very good reputation, even if there are going to be delays in anything they do, they tell you and don't ignore your tickets, and they DO pay you. There are many more programs like this.
When trying to pick a program do your research. They are usually free to join, but you will waste your time clicking on ads and offers if you don't check them out.
Always check to see if you can find anything online about the program you are interested in. Do a quick check on the advertising rates verses the payment rates. For example there is a company called Capital Mail, they claim to pay $200 per mail per ad clicked. When you get to the cash out amount the payment button never shows up. Now think on this, an advertiser pays around $20 for a set of ads sent to lets say 200 people. So how does one person get $200 from and advertising rate of $20 to send to a total of 200 people!
So be careful and do your homework. If you are having difficulties getting your payment and you are very sure you won't get it, use the credits to advertise an MLM program you are involved in, or your own website. You will usually get this quicker than the cash.
Saturday, March 1, 2008
Safety on your Social Network and Dating Sites
I have touched on this in an earlier blog entry, but it is worth going into some more detail.
Phishing is a very common practice on ALL social networks and dating sites. Now to be fair to the sites themselves, they do try ardently to prevent this from happening, and they have very strict guidelines. So they do try to protect their users, it is just a huge undertaking and that is why they also rely on you the user.
So now that I have made it clear that I am in no way slagging off social networks and dating sites here are my top tips to being careful but still enjoying your time online.
1. Pay attention to the detail on the users page or profile
2. If asked to IM (instant message) off site DON'T DO IT!
and report the message or comment to the sites security dept. There is usually a report button very visible.
3. Never give personal details such as e-mail address etc:
4. If you are given a sob story and asked to cash or send checks, money orders etc; DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES AGREE TO DO IT NO MATTER HOW TEMPTED YOU ARE!
5. Pay attention to the detail given in a message. If someone says that they are from the UK, the English will be up to scratch. It's little things that give them away.
6. The picture on their profile is usually picture perfect (this is not a complete give away, as many people use social networks)
7. You will usually get excessive compliments about you and your profile and about how special you are.
8. Remember to follow your instincts! Ignore anyone who makes you feel uncomfortable.
9. Do not take these online attacks personally.
10. Exercise your right to choose. There is always a block or ignore button. USE IT
I hope you have found this post useful, if you have any tips you would like to add, please post a comment or message me.
Phishing is a very common practice on ALL social networks and dating sites. Now to be fair to the sites themselves, they do try ardently to prevent this from happening, and they have very strict guidelines. So they do try to protect their users, it is just a huge undertaking and that is why they also rely on you the user.
So now that I have made it clear that I am in no way slagging off social networks and dating sites here are my top tips to being careful but still enjoying your time online.
1. Pay attention to the detail on the users page or profile
2. If asked to IM (instant message) off site DON'T DO IT!
and report the message or comment to the sites security dept. There is usually a report button very visible.
3. Never give personal details such as e-mail address etc:
4. If you are given a sob story and asked to cash or send checks, money orders etc; DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES AGREE TO DO IT NO MATTER HOW TEMPTED YOU ARE!
5. Pay attention to the detail given in a message. If someone says that they are from the UK, the English will be up to scratch. It's little things that give them away.
6. The picture on their profile is usually picture perfect (this is not a complete give away, as many people use social networks)
7. You will usually get excessive compliments about you and your profile and about how special you are.
8. Remember to follow your instincts! Ignore anyone who makes you feel uncomfortable.
9. Do not take these online attacks personally.
10. Exercise your right to choose. There is always a block or ignore button. USE IT
I hope you have found this post useful, if you have any tips you would like to add, please post a comment or message me.
Data Entry online...? - Update
After I have finished writing my previous blog, I came across a new site for Virtual Assistants. They have outlined a scam that I think everyone should be weary of. Like I said previously NEVER PAY FOR A JOB. The will just reinforce this. This information is copied from www.virtualassistantjobs.com so if you have any queries I advise you to refer back to them.
This is a direct copy from the above website, I have left the link in just in case you want more information.
Do not confuse us with online Virtual Assistant Scams.
First, let’s make this clear…. We do not charge fees. We do not have an application fee, We do not require a membership deposit. You do not need to pay an activation fee, handling fee or training fee. Anyone may apply and be hired if you have the equipment, skills, education and experience to work as a professional virtual assistant. And just in case you missed it, there are no fees. Zero. Zilch.
We do offer virtual assistant certification for a fee. However this is OPTIONAL and is not required to be considered for a job. It is only meant for candidates who are interested in obtaining professional certification.
We do also suggest that have a virtual fax line. The program is FREE. You do not need to pay for the upgraded version. (The free version is okay)
The Scams
One of the biggest Virtual Assistant scams around is Westwood Virtual Staffing. They charge you a $24.95 fee and then redirect you to our website. WE ARE NOT AFFILIATED with Westwood Virtual Staffing nor does your affiliation with Westwood Virtual Staffing help your chances of landing a project with us. More likely being referred by Westwood Virtual Staffing will actually hurt your chances of ever being hired since they do not provide you with our job ID numbers and correct application instructions.
Westwood Virtual Staffing has received many complaints. They frequently change their website address and company name. Most job seekers that pay the fee to Westwood Virtual Staffing do not even receive a reply. PLEASE DO NOT BECOME A VICTIM.
If you have been scammed by Westwood Virtual Staffing we urge you to contact us vot@virtualassistantjobs.com - Please provide as much information as you can. We may be able to help you obtain a refund and will guide you in reporting these scammers to the proper authorities.
The Truth
VOT (Virtual Office Temps) is a staffing and recruiting firm. Projects come to us from employers in need, we send virtual assistants to them to complete those projects. We’ve been in operation since 2001. In fact, we were one of the first virtual assistant staffing organizations online! We’ve built a fine reputation and our virtual assistants have completed thousands of projects. Our service is FREE to the job seeker. In fact, we invite you to request a list of current projects via email.
Our virtual assistants work in all sorts of capacities. We need home based staff who can type, prepare legal documents, do medical billing, complete presentations, do desktop publishing, make travel arrangements, provide office support, assist executives and so much more. If you have a great business or office skill, we could use it! There are no fees to apply or be hired. Learn more about our jobs.
How To Apply With Us
To become a virtual assistant with VOT you need to complete the following steps:
· Review the duties and job requirements
· Request our current projects list via email from projects@virtulassistantjobs.com
· Add yourself to our mailing list to be kept up to date on new projects (it’s free to join, free to apply and free to be hired) Send email to virtualofficejobs-subscribe@topica.com
· Register to be considered for virtual assistant projects (it’s free)
Additional Information
If you are a current or previous customer of Westwood Virtual Staffing please contact us. We do not tolerate scams and will do all that we can to help you receive a refund or file a complaint.
This is a direct copy from the above website, I have left the link in just in case you want more information.
Do not confuse us with online Virtual Assistant Scams.
First, let’s make this clear…. We do not charge fees. We do not have an application fee, We do not require a membership deposit. You do not need to pay an activation fee, handling fee or training fee. Anyone may apply and be hired if you have the equipment, skills, education and experience to work as a professional virtual assistant. And just in case you missed it, there are no fees. Zero. Zilch.
We do offer virtual assistant certification for a fee. However this is OPTIONAL and is not required to be considered for a job. It is only meant for candidates who are interested in obtaining professional certification.
We do also suggest that have a virtual fax line. The program is FREE. You do not need to pay for the upgraded version. (The free version is okay)
The Scams
One of the biggest Virtual Assistant scams around is Westwood Virtual Staffing. They charge you a $24.95 fee and then redirect you to our website. WE ARE NOT AFFILIATED with Westwood Virtual Staffing nor does your affiliation with Westwood Virtual Staffing help your chances of landing a project with us. More likely being referred by Westwood Virtual Staffing will actually hurt your chances of ever being hired since they do not provide you with our job ID numbers and correct application instructions.
Westwood Virtual Staffing has received many complaints. They frequently change their website address and company name. Most job seekers that pay the fee to Westwood Virtual Staffing do not even receive a reply. PLEASE DO NOT BECOME A VICTIM.
If you have been scammed by Westwood Virtual Staffing we urge you to contact us vot@virtualassistantjobs.com - Please provide as much information as you can. We may be able to help you obtain a refund and will guide you in reporting these scammers to the proper authorities.
The Truth
VOT (Virtual Office Temps) is a staffing and recruiting firm. Projects come to us from employers in need, we send virtual assistants to them to complete those projects. We’ve been in operation since 2001. In fact, we were one of the first virtual assistant staffing organizations online! We’ve built a fine reputation and our virtual assistants have completed thousands of projects. Our service is FREE to the job seeker. In fact, we invite you to request a list of current projects via email.
Our virtual assistants work in all sorts of capacities. We need home based staff who can type, prepare legal documents, do medical billing, complete presentations, do desktop publishing, make travel arrangements, provide office support, assist executives and so much more. If you have a great business or office skill, we could use it! There are no fees to apply or be hired. Learn more about our jobs.
How To Apply With Us
To become a virtual assistant with VOT you need to complete the following steps:
· Review the duties and job requirements
· Request our current projects list via email from projects@virtulassistantjobs.com
· Add yourself to our mailing list to be kept up to date on new projects (it’s free to join, free to apply and free to be hired) Send email to virtualofficejobs-subscribe@topica.com
· Register to be considered for virtual assistant projects (it’s free)
Additional Information
If you are a current or previous customer of Westwood Virtual Staffing please contact us. We do not tolerate scams and will do all that we can to help you receive a refund or file a complaint.
Data Entry online...?
I have recently been searching online for some stay at home opportunities. All I can say is what a can of worms that is.
Now I credit myself with having some intelligence (rightly or wrongly). I have also checked on scam sites, and boycott sites. They are a load of RUBBISH!! Remember the phrase if it looks like a duck, walks like a duck and quacks like a duck, chances are its a duck, well these data entry jobs are exactly the same.
What you end up doing is paying for the 'system' that has made Mr X 1000's each week. Why does it make him all this cash? Well basically you are paying him for the honour of promoting his business.
How? Well what happens is this. He assures you that you can make money by inputting information. What you are really doing in inputting information into classified ads or something similar with his company details and a referral link for you.
The only way you get paid is when an interest party requests more information! With the amount of work from home adverts out there, the chances of you actually making some real money is relatively small.
Don't misunderstand me, there are plenty of genuine work from home opportunities, just research them thoroughly. Never believe the ticking clocks on offers either, that is just a piece of HTML code. When you see a logo or seal saying that they are affiliated with certain online protection groups, ALWAYS CHECK!!! It will take 2 minutes of your time to check (open up a new browser to check it out and check all the details.)
Always remember someone who wants to give you a legitimate online job will NOT charge you!! If you applied for a job in McDonalds do they look for money upfront? NO of course they don't, and neither does any genuine employer!
Good Luck and if you need more information please feel free to contact me via this blog comments or messaging!
Now I credit myself with having some intelligence (rightly or wrongly). I have also checked on scam sites, and boycott sites. They are a load of RUBBISH!! Remember the phrase if it looks like a duck, walks like a duck and quacks like a duck, chances are its a duck, well these data entry jobs are exactly the same.
What you end up doing is paying for the 'system' that has made Mr X 1000's each week. Why does it make him all this cash? Well basically you are paying him for the honour of promoting his business.
How? Well what happens is this. He assures you that you can make money by inputting information. What you are really doing in inputting information into classified ads or something similar with his company details and a referral link for you.
The only way you get paid is when an interest party requests more information! With the amount of work from home adverts out there, the chances of you actually making some real money is relatively small.
Don't misunderstand me, there are plenty of genuine work from home opportunities, just research them thoroughly. Never believe the ticking clocks on offers either, that is just a piece of HTML code. When you see a logo or seal saying that they are affiliated with certain online protection groups, ALWAYS CHECK!!! It will take 2 minutes of your time to check (open up a new browser to check it out and check all the details.)
Always remember someone who wants to give you a legitimate online job will NOT charge you!! If you applied for a job in McDonalds do they look for money upfront? NO of course they don't, and neither does any genuine employer!
Good Luck and if you need more information please feel free to contact me via this blog comments or messaging!
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