Whether you are just getting started running your own Virtual Assistant business, or you have been running it for awhile, it can always be good to take a look at your processes and make sure that you are using your time in the best way possible. Since many Virtual Assistants charge hourly then they need to be able to track their time. However, did you know that it can be great to track your time for other reasons as well? Today, I am going to go over how to track time as a virtual assistant and why you should be…
56 Things to Outsource in your Business Today!
We all know those certain tasks that always get pushed back “just one more day”. Maybe it is because we can’t find the time to get them completed or sometimes it’s a task that we just can’t stand! Either way, continuously putting important tasks on the back burner is probably causing unneeded stress and potentially a lot of harm to your business! Ready to make a change and break free of those tasks?! One way to do it is to outsource to a professional. This could be a Virtual Assistant (like me!), an Accountant, an Online Business Manager or another…
Tailwind Video Tutorial
After writing my blog post on the 3 Tools for Pinterest Growth, I have had so many people ask about Tailwind and how to use it that I wanted to record a tutorial for all of you today. This Tailwind Video Tutorial will cover the basics of getting started with Tailwind and how to use the program to easily schedule and pin to your Pinterest account at optimal times.
On-boarding Clients – My Process
When I first started my Virtual Assistant business, I was so focused on finding clients (and landing them!) that when I did get a client – I had no idea what to do with them or how to get started. This might sound silly but I honestly wasn’t sure about how to handle all of the details: what do I need in my contract, how do they sign that contract, when should we start working together, what information I need from the client… etc. I quickly had to figure out answers to all of those questions, and as I on-boarded…
Top 3 Tools for Running a Virtual Assistant Business
Today I wanted to chat about the Top 3 Tools for Running a Virtual Assistant Business. These are the three tools that I love to use in my own business and I am not sure I could live without! They certainly make my life much easier!
How To Launch a Successful Virtual Assistant Business
I always love hearing from my readers and followers and one thing that seems to come up almost daily is people wondering how I got started with my Virtual Assistant business. So drum rolll….. I am going to share all about it today and if you are thinking about starting a Virtual Assistant business yourself then I will give you a few tips along the way. Sound good?
How To Stay Productive When Working From Home
When people hear that I work from home, I typically get one of two reactions. The first, “You work from home? So you don’t actually work then do you?” or the second, “You work from home? How awesome! I bet that is the best thing ever! I am so jealous!” Both of these reactions are on opposite ends of the spectrum as to what it actually is like to work from home. One of my biggest challenges since starting my business has been trying to stay productive and focused while at home. In the beginning, I would “just do one”…
Daily Greatness Business Planner: Review
When I first started my business, a friend recommended that I look into the Daily Greatness Business Planner. I ordered the book on the spot because it looked like everything I needed to keep me organized. Now that I have used it for almost an entire year, I wanted to share an in-depth review of it with you. There are many sections to the Daily Greatness Business Planner so I am just going to talk about the top nine sections that I am so in love with. Seriously, this is a planner, goal setter, business plan, life coach and business…
25 Actionable Items to Market Your Business
This month I turned 25! In honor of my birthday, I wanted to celebrate with all of you by sharing the 25 things that you can do this week to market your business. I am sure you are doing a few things on this list already but don’t be afraid to get out and try something new! 25 Ways to Market Your Business 1. Send Notes to Past Clients Check in on how they are doing and see if they maybe could use your help again (or know someone that can)!
What Type of Entrepreneur Are You?
Do you know that your personality can affect the way that you run your business? It can affect the way that you interact with clients, conquer setbacks, work with subcontractors and respond to success! Make sure you know how to put your strengths first by finding out what you excel at as an Entrepreneur and what you should look at outsourcing. Ready to find out what type of entrepreneur you are? Then you are in the right place, my friend! Head below to take the quiz. And when you are done, I would love to hear which result you got!
3 Tools for Pinterest Growth!
Remember the post I wrote about tools needed for Instagram? Well, I thought I would create another on Pinterest. Why? Because Pinterest is the number 1 platform for most of my clients in terms of driving traffic to their websites! If I had to only pick one platform that every small business should be utilizing, it is Pinterest. Pinterest can be tricky- especially if it’s not being fully utilized or used correctly. It shouldn’t be used as a social media platform because it is a search engine. Therefore, SEO and keywords are really important in order to grow your account…
5 Tools Needed for Instagram
Today’s post is all about Instagram. I know so many businesses struggling with the platform- and it certainly is a difficult code to crack! That is why I wanted to help you out by sharing some of my absolute favorite Instagram tools that will help you continue to grow your following and attract your ideal client. Using these programs and remaining “real” on Instagram will help you to succeed! One thing that I recently determined with my own Instagram account is that people want to see the real you. They don’t want to constantly see stock photos or fake captions….