http://www.dvictoriaonline.com A Virtual Perception is a podcast that highlights the Virtual Assistant industry through interviews, news and online content. The podcast is an exciting resource for Virtual Assistants and other business owners worldwide! A new podcast will be released on the 2nd Sunday of each month, with a possibility of other episodes being released from time to time. en-us 2006. All rights reserved. Sat, 07 Jun 2008 17:14:11 GMT Sat, 07 Jun 2008 17:14:11 GMT Podcastblaster.com darlene@mypodcastharmony.com(Darlene Victoria) darlene@mypodcastharmony.com(Darlene Victoria) Darlene Victoria avp@mypodcastharmony.com no 1 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avpnew/audio/avpep28.mp3 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avpnew/audio/avpep27.mp3 Darlene Victoria of D. Victoria Virtual Assistance *Title: Episode 28 - Get Moving! Wednesday, June 10, 2009 19:00:00 EST Episode 28 My podcast guest, Rick Kaselj, shares some fitness tips so that you can incorporate fitness into your daily routine. virtual assistant, fitness, inspiring speaking, business resources, virtual assistant resources 00:26:00 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avpnew/audio/avpep28.mp3 no http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avpnew/audio/avpep27.mp3 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avpnew/audio/avpep27.mp3 Darlene Victoria of D. Victoria Virtual Assistance *Title: Episode 27 - In Your Own Words - Public Speaking at Your Best Wednesday, June 10, 2009 19:00:00 EST Episode 27 My podcast guest, Saskia Shakin, the keynote coach, talks about speaking from your soul…being inspired so you can inspire others. virtual assistant, public speaking, public speaker, inspiring speaking, business resources, virtual assistant resources 00:43:00 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avpnew/audio/avpep27.mp3 no http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avpnew/audio/avpep26.mp3 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avpnew/audio/avpep26.mp3 Darlene Victoria of D. Victoria Virtual Assistance *Title: Episode 26 - Social Media and Internet Marketing - What You Should Know Wednesday, June 10, 2009 19:00:00 EST Episode 26 ocial Media and Internet Marketing. What are they and how can you use them in your business? Craig Cannings, co-founder of the VA Classroom answers those questions and more. virtual assistant, social media, internet marketing, small business, client relations, virtual assistant resources, business resources, twitter, va classroom, craig cannings 00:43:00 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avpnew/audio/avpep26.mp3 no http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avpnew/audio/avpep25.mp3 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avpnew/audio/avpep25.mp3 Darlene Victoria of D. Victoria Virtual Assistance *Title: Episode 25 - History is Your Soul (Writing Your About Us Page) Wednesday, June 3, 2009 19:00:00 EST Episode 25 Struggling to write a biography for your website or marketing materials? Marian Calabro writer, editor and corporate historian shares her tips on how to write about yourself effectively. virtual assistant, small business, copywriting, marian calabro, virtual assistant resources, business resources, twitter 00:25:00 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avpnew/audio/avpep25.mp3 no http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avpnew/audio/avpep24.mp3 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avpnew/audio/avpep24.mp3 Darlene Victoria of D. Victoria Virtual Assistance *Title: Episode 24 - VA Round Table Wednesday, May 27, 2009 19:00:00 EST Episode 24 The first VA Round Table Episode featuring Rikki Green, Kimberly LeRiche, Kena Roth and myself. We cover some hard hitting topics relating to Clients and Client Relations, Twitter and more. virtual assistant, small business, client relations, virtual assistant resources, business resources, twitter 00:23:43 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avpnew/audio/avpep24.mp3 no http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avpnew/audio/avpep23.mp3 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avpnew/audio/avpep23.mp3 Darlene Victoria of D. Victoria Virtual Assistance *Title: Episode 23 - Passion+Hard Work=One Happy VA Wednesday, May 20, 2009 19:00:00 EST Episode 23 Lisa Olinda, a Virtual Assistant who serves the non-profit sector, talks about how her niche found her and not the other way around, pro bono work and what I found the most interesting, how her family pitches in and helps her with her business from time to time. virtual assistant, small business, megan barber, reva, real estate virtual assistance, virtual assistant resources, business resources, twitter 00:23:43 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avpnew/audio/avpep23.mp3 no http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avpnew/audio/avpep22.mp3 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avpnew/audio/avpep22.mp3 Darlene Victoria of D. Victoria Virtual Assistance *Title: Episode 22 - Real Estate Virtual Assisting Part Two Wednesday, May 13, 2009 15:00:00 EST Episode 22 Megan Barber, a Real Estate Virtual Assistant, shares her knowledge about Real Estate Virtual Assisting. In this episode we speak about why she chose this niche for her business, some of the certifications and training she has. Megan answers the question: Is certification and training needed for this specialized niche? virtual assistant, small business, megan barber, reva, real estate virtual assistance, virtual assistant resources, business resources, twitter 00:34:40 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avpnew/audio/avpep22.mp3 no http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avpnew/audio/avpep21.mp3 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avpnew/audio/avpep21.mp3 Darlene Victoria of D. Victoria Virtual Assistance *Title: Episode 21 - Real Estate Virtual Assisting Part One Thursday, April 23, 2009 22:00:00 EST Episode 21 Anna Baron and Pam Ivey, co-founders of The REVA Institute speak about Real Estate Virtual Assisting, The REVA Institute and finding a niche for your business. virtual assistant, small business, pam ivey, anna baron, reva, real estate virtual assistance, virtual assistant resources, business resources 00:31:40 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avpnew/audio/avpep21.mp3 no http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avpnew/audio/avpep20.mp3 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avpnew/audio/avpep20.mp3 Darlene Victoria of D. Victoria Virtual Assistance *Title: Episode 20 - Social Media Rock Star Kimberly LeRiche Thursday, April 9, 2009 22:00:00 EST Episode 20 Kimberly LeRiche talks about Social Media and Social Networking virtual assistant, small business, kimberly leriche, social media, social networking, twitter, facebook, virtual assistant resources 00:25:00 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avpnew/audio/avpep20.mp3 no http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avpep19.mp3 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avpep19.mp3 Darlene Victoria of D. Victoria Virtual Assistance *Title: Episode 19 - featuring Katie Gutierrez Friday, March 13, 2009 3:00:00 EST Episode 19 Katie Gutierrez talks about the "Virtual Assistant Quickstart Program" virtual assistant, small business, katie gutierrez, volunteer, connecting2give, virtual assistant resources 00:25:00 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avpep19.mp3 no http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avpep18.mp3 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avpep18.mp3 Darlene Victoria of D. Victoria Virtual Assistance *Title: Episode 18 - featuring VA Authors Diana Ennen and Kelly Poelker Thursday, March 12, 2009 2:00:00 EST Episode 18 Diana Ennen and Kelly Poelker talk about their book "Virtual Assistant: The Series" virtual assistant, small business, diana ennen, kelly poelker, volunteer, connecting2give, virtual assistant resources 00:25:00 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avpep18.mp3 no http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avpep17.mp3 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avpep17.mp3 Darlene Victoria of D. Victoria Virtual Assistance *Title: Episode 17 - featuring VA Author Angela Green Wednesday, March 11, 2009 3:00:00 EST Episode 17 Anna Baron talks about her book "Virtual Assistant Manual for Moms" virtual assistant, small business, angela green, volunteer, connecting2give, virtual assistant resources 00:25:00 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avpep17.mp3 no http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avpep16.mp3 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avpep16.mp3 Darlene Victoria of D. Victoria Virtual Assistance *Title: Episode 16 - featuring VA Author Anna Baron Tuesday, March 10, 2009 5:00:00 EST Episode 16 Anna Baron talks about her book "Virtual Assistant Boot Camp eBook" virtual assistant, small business, anna baron, volunteer, connecting2give, virtual assistant resources 00:14:24 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avpep16.mp3 no http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avpep15.mp3 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avpep15.mp3 Darlene Victoria of D. Victoria Virtual Assistance *Title: Episode 15 - featuring VA Author Alyssa Gregory Monday, March 9, 2009 9:00:00 EST Episode 15 Alyssa Gregory talks about her book "VA Secrets Revealed! An Insider's Guide to Being a Successful Virtual Assistant" virtual assistant, small business, alyssa gregory, volunteer, connecting2give, virtual assistant resources 00:14:24 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avpep15.mp3 no http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avpep14.mp3 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avpep14.mp3 Darlene Victoria of D. Victoria Virtual Assistance *Title: Giving Back - volunteering and giving back to the community and Connecting2Give.com Sunday, March 1, 2009 8:00:00 EST Giving Back Giving Back - volunteering and giving back to the community and Connecting2Give.com virtual assistant, small business, volunteer, connecting2give 00:25:08 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avpep14.mp3 no http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avpep13.mp3 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avpep13.mp3 Darlene Victoria of D. Victoria Virtual Assistance *Title: Is Subcontracting for You? Learn about virtual assistant subcontracting. Weds, Feb 21, 2009 9:00:00 EST Is Subcontracting for You? Learn about virtual assistant subcontracting. virtual assistant, small business, subcontracting 00:36:15 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avpep13.mp3 no http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avp-ep12.mp3 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avp-ep12.mp3 Darlene Victoria of D. Victoria Virtual Assistance *Title: Are You Ready for Tax Time? Rebecka Melson of Virtual Business Services talks with me about tax preparation and financial management. Weds, Feb 4, 2009 22:00:00 EST Are Your Ready for Tax Time? Rebecka Melson of Virtual Business Services talks with me about tax preparation and financial management virtual assistant, small business, education, taxes, tax preparation 00:40:40 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avp-ep12.mp3 no http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avp-ep11.mp3 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avp-ep11.mp3 Darlene Victoria of D. Victoria Virtual Assistance *Title: Learning is Fundamental With the help of Rikki Green co-owner of Time for Life Concepts, I delve into the wonderful world of education. Sat, Jan. 10, 2009 21:00:00 EST Learning is Fundamental With the help of Rikki Green co-owner of Time for Life Concepts, I delve into the wonderful world of education. virtual assistant, small business,education, free educational resources 00:22:07 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avp-ep11.mp3 no http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avp-ep10.mp3 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avp-ep10.mp3 Darlene Victoria of D. Victoria Virtual Assistance *Title: Holiday Cheer! In the tenth episode, I share some holiday gift ideas, time management tips and talk to two virtual assistants who tell me how they can assist business owners during the holiday season and beyond. Fri, Nov. 21, 2008 21:00:00 EST Holiday cheer In the tenth episode, I share some holiday gift ideas, time management tips and talk to two virtual assistants who tell me how they can assist business owners during the holiday season and beyond. virtual assistant, small business, holidays, gift ideas, podcast 00:16:54 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avp-ep10.mp3 no http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avp-ep9.mp3 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avp-ep9.mp3 Darlene Victoria of D. Victoria Virtual Assistance *Title: Podcasting 101 In the ninth episode, I talk about the pros and cons of podcasting, tell you what you need to know in order to start your own podcast and share with you a few tips and tricks I have picked up along the way. Fri, Nov. 07, 2008 22:00:00 EST Podcasting 101 In the ninth episode, I talk about the pros and cons of podcasting, tell you what you need to know in order to start your own podcast and share with you a few tips and tricks I have picked up along the way. virtual assistant, small business, new business challenges, podcasting, podcast, resources 00:16:54 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avp-ep9.mp3 no http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avpbb-ep1.mp3 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avpbb-ep1.mp3 Darlene Victoria of D. Victoria Virtual Assistance The first episode of A Virtual Perception's Book Byte is here! In this short podcast segment I review the book "Guerrilla Marketing" by Jay Conrad Levinson. Sun, Oct. 20, 2008 14:35:00 EST Book Byte 1 The first episode of A Virtual Perception's Book Byte is here! In this short podcast segment I review the book Guerrilla Marketing. virtual assistant, small business, books, book reviews, guerrilla marketing 00:03:42 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avpbb-ep1.mp3 no http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avp-ep8.mp3 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avp-ep8.mp3 Darlene Victoria of D. Victoria Virtual Assistance *Title: Inspire Me* Join me for my eighth podcast, which will be all about motivation and inspiration. I spoke with Natural Mom's Talk Radio host and Marketing Coach, Carrie Lauth who shed some light on how to stay motivated when it comes to your marketing efforts. I also spoke with the webmaster of Serendipity Factory.com. A website devoted to inspiration and encouragement. Both interviews were truly enlightening. Sun, Oct. 12, 2008 16:30:00 EST Inspire Me Join me for my eighth podcast, which will be all about motivation and inspiration. I spoke with Natural Mom's Talk Radio host and Marketing Coach, Carrie Lauth who shed some light on how to stay motivated when it comes to your marketing efforts. I also spoke with the webmaster of Serendipity Factory.com. A website devoted to inspiration and encouragement. Both interviews were truly enlightening. virtual assistant, small business, new business challenges, podcast, resources 00:32:01 http://www.mypodcastharmony.com/avp/audio/avp-ep8.mp3 no http://www.dvictoriava.com/avp-ep7.mp3 http://www.dvictoriava.com/avp-ep7.mp3 Darlene Victoria of D. Victoria Virtual Assistance *Title: A Virtual Assistant Story - Two Brothers and a Hammer* A Virtual Perception's seventh episode continues with another chapter in A Virtual Assistant story. Learn more about Darlene, owner and operator of D. Victoria Virtual Assistance and the host of the podcast! It is not that often that a podcast host is interviewed and this time, the tables are completely turned. Don't miss it! Sun, Sept. 7 2008 15:00:00 EST virtual assistant, small business, new business challenges, podcast, resources 00:18:37 http://www.dvictoriava.com/avp-ep7.mp3 no http://www.dvictoriava.com/avp-ep6.mp3 http://www.dvictoriava.com/avp-ep6.mp3 Darlene Victoria of D. Victoria Virtual Assistance *Title: A Virtual Assistant Story - The Goddess is...In* A Virtual Perception's sixth podcast features my interview with Lily Chambers of The Virtual Office Goddess. Lily recently surpassed her first year of business and she sheds light on many of the topics new VAs are interested in when they first enter the industry. We talk about new business owner fears, the importance of networking, stigma's that surround the VA industry and more! Fri, 22 Aug 2008 22:00:00 GMT virtual assistant, small business, new business fears, networking, podcast, resources 00:32:00 http://www.dvictoriava.com/avp-ep6.mp3 no http://www.dvictoriava.com/avp-ep5.mp3 http://www.dvictoriava.com/avp-ep5.mp3 Darlene Victoria of D. Victoria Virtual Assistance *Title: A Virtual Assistant Story - The Write Associate* The fifth episode of A Virtual Perception is complete and features Tammi Metzler of The Write Associate. Tammi talks about transitioning from being an employee to a business owner, her niche copy writing and editing (including internet marketing support) and talks about why she wanted to become a Virtual Assistant in the first place. Mon, 18 Aug 2008 22:00:00 GMT virtual assistant, small business,internet marketing, networking, podcast, resources 00:16:08 http://www.dvictoriava.com/avp-ep5.mp3 no http://www.dvictoriava.com/avp-ep4.mp3 http://www.dvictoriava.com/avp-ep4.mp3 Darlene Victoria of D. Victoria Virtual Assistance *Title: A Virtual Assistant Story - Knowledge is Power* The fourth installment of A Virtual Perception podcast features my interview with Monique Terrell of Sparkle Professional Office Services, LLC. Monique and I talk about her niches Web Marketing and Academia(E-Course creation, etc.) her favorite business "first", as well as, the launch of her very own Blog Talk Radio which airs twice a month. Be sure to check out this podcast! Fri, 15 Aug 2008 21:00:00 GMT virtual assistant, small business, podcast, resources 00:22:18 http://www.dvictoriava.com/avp-ep4.mp3 no http://www.dvictoriava.com/avp-ep3.mp3 http://www.dvictoriava.com/avp-ep3.mp3 Darlene Victoria of D. Victoria Virtual Assistance *Title: A Virtual Assistant Story - Do What You Love!* In my third podcast episode, I talk with April Jones of Advantage Virtual Assistant. We talk about her designated niche, Virtual Legal Assistance, some challenges faced during the first few months of her business and the launch of an organization for Virtual Legal Assistants. This is a first in a series of interviews of Virtual Assistants who are in the first year of their business. April's interview and those to follow are ones you definitely do not want to miss! Sun, 10 Aug 2008 20:30:00 GMT virtual assistant, small business, podcast, resources 00:22:18 http://www.dvictoriava.com/avp-ep3.mp3 no http://www.dvictoriava.com/avp-ep2.mp3 http://www.dvictoriava.com/avp-ep1.mp3 Darlene Victoria of D. Victoria Virtual Assistance In the second full length podcast of A Virtual Perception, I delve into the topic of balancing business and family. I speak with Dawn Riley of A Virtual Assistant in Paradise, a client of mine and my very own mother. Sun, 13 Jul 2008 21:50:00 GMT virtual assistant, family, small business, podcast, resources 00:22:18 http://www.dvictoriava.com/avp-ep2.mp3 no http://www.dvictoriava.com/avp-ep1.mp3 http://www.dvictoriava.com/avp-ep1.mp3 Darlene Victoria of D. Victoria Virtual Assistance In the very first podcast I take a few minutes to define just what a Virtual Assistant is, what a Virtual Assistant does, the benefits of working with a Virtual Assistant and I briefly talk about the steps a person should take if they are interested in becoming a Virtual Assistant. Knowledge is power, so I also provide some resources for aspiring Virtual Assistants and the general listening audience. Sat, 07 Jun 2008 19:14:00 GMT virtual assistant, small business, podcast, resources 00:10:27 http://www.dvictoriava.com/avp-ep1.mp3 no