Running a Secretarial Business – What Equipment Do You Need?
To provide secretarial services and start a secretarial business, you will need a computer, major word processing program, and a printer. You don’t need a high-end computer for word processing. You can even get a used computer. You’ll only need a more powerful system if you want to provide graphic design or web design services. Most computers come with a word processing program. When providing secretarial and word processing services, I recommend using Microsoft Word because most of your clients will use it. Many secretarial services start their business with an inkjet printer because inkjets are less expensive than laser printers. A laser printer provides better quality printouts and faster speed. Your clients will expect laser printouts if you provide graphic design or resumes services. Some clients may want to fax you documents they want typed. You can use your computer to send and receive faxes but you’ll only be able to send faxes of documents you have in your computer.
