Two of the most important tools for a Virtual Assistant is time and project tracking software. It helps keep you organized and makes invoicing a breeze. Having been in the business for awhile, I have run across some great programs that are available for free or very low cost. Some even combine both the timesheet and project management features. Here are a few to look into:
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February 6, 2008 at 12:46 pm
I was wondering if it would be better to use one of these programs, or to set up your own timesheet on a spreadsheet?
Thanks,
Ruth
February 6, 2008 at 12:55 pm
Personally, I opt for the programs because they have the ability to do much more than just track time. You can often categorize by client and project, which can be really handy if different rates are commanded. Some even have a timer that automatically tracks the time spent. All you do is click in when you start the job and out when you are done. They also are able to provide a variety of helpful reports, so you can analyze how your time was spent. It would take a long time to create a spreadsheet that could do all of those things.
July 1, 2008 at 6:05 am
A good program Ruth especially when you have more than one person makes it much easier to record the information and as Rosanna says, much easier to report on.
Check out 1time (http://1timetracking.com ). It allows everyone to track time online from anywhere with an internet connection.