My background
I graduated from Southeastern Oklahoma State University in 1995 with a B.S. in Biological Health Science. My husband worked for a construction firm that required us to move a lot to rural areas. The constant moving didn't allow me to utilize my degree in the manner that I had planned. I went to work for the same construction firm that my husband worked for and so began my office administration career. I worked for the company for five years holding various administrative positions. I also have three years of administrative assistance in the banking industry.

How I found Virtual Assistance
I wanted more flexibility in my life. I thought that having my own business would provide me with the flexibility that I needed. I began searching the Internet for the perfect business to start. At the time, as stated above, we moved a lot due to my husband's job. I knew that I needed a business that could move with me. I came across an article about Virtual Assistance and I was ecstatic. The business fit my background perfectly.

My Journey
Shortly after I discovered the Virtual Assistant industry, my husband was promoted, and as a result, we no longer had to move around. In June of 2004 I learned that I would be downsized from my job. After the initial shock and fear, I knew that I had to do something. I became hopeful and excited as I began to take in that this was my opportunity to realize my dream of operating my own business. I was already familiar with Virtual Assistance and had even been servicing clients on a part-time basis, so I immediately knew that this would be my business venture. I spoke with my husband and we agreed that I would not look for another job, but would operate my VA business full-time once my job ended. I began preparing for the transition. My first step was to apply to the VTP. I was so excited when I got accepted. I graduated in March of 2004, and my job came to an end the following month. I applied all that I had learned in the VTP, and by year's end my business was doing really well. I haven't looked back since. I love what I do and I work with some awesome clients.

More about me
I'm married to a wonderful supportive husband, and I'm the mother of two handsome sons, ages 7 and 9 months. I love spending time with my family and reading anything by Mary Higgins-Clark.

email: spotlighttonyathomas@assistu.com

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