As work-from-home opportunities continue to rise, many people are looking to take on digital-based roles, like that of a virtual assistant. VAs are valued members of the workforce and are appreciated now more than ever for their ability to help business owners, executives, and other professionals increase productivity and efficiently carry out time-consuming tasks.

With an increasing demand for VAs in the workforce and many people jumping to fill these desirable roles, setting yourself apart is a must. In order to stand out among the masses, establishing and promoting your own unique skill set is key. Additionally, there are a few must-have skills that we recommend honing, which will demonstrate your level of overall proficiency and greatly increase your chances of being hired for this kind of work. 

Outlined below are some of the most desirable, “must-have” skills that professionals hope to find in a successful VA: 

1. Data Entry- These kinds of tasks often require a significant am...

As an entrepreneur, we all know the importance of getting new clients, as well as maintaining the current ones, too. Getting new clients might not be the easiest task, but it is essential for your business to prosper.

One surefire way to be more visible to your customers is to have a website. This is why some people think that building your website is also the beginning of your online business venture. And if you want new customers or clients to your site, you need to boost your website traffic and you don’t just want anyone coming to your site. You want people that are truly interested in your services and products however boosting the amount of traffic to your website is critical to your success online.

Remember that when you bring in more traffic to your website, you'll get a higher chance of having opportunities to grow your business.

Wondering how you can increase organic traffic on your website? Well, it’s never too late to create a strategy for your business! Here are 6 ideas...

Dreaming of spending more time with family at home while working? Considering becoming a Virtual Assistant? Or are you looking to launch a Virtual Assistant business? In order to excel as a Virtual Assistant, you need to learn how to be time-efficient, highly communicative, and impeccably organized.

The virtual assistant industry has been growing steadily since it has begun. The growth and affordability of technology, and the increase in number of solopreneurs, have created a need for virtual support staff. A virtual support business provides an opportunity to apply your administrative support skills to your home-based business. It’s fast, reliable, and affordable to start, especially if you already have the skills, equipment, and software to do the work.

For those entrepreneurs that want to hire a Virtual Assistant, it is important to find the right virtual assistant softwares to facilitate your virtual environment, protect your time, and get the most out of your investment. R...

Are you ready for 2021?

As 2020 draws to a close, it's also perfect time to take a new step and set goals for the year ahead. You may have plans to improve your health, attain that dream physique, invest your money, or finally take the travel you've been dreaming of!

A new year is a beginning, and with it comes the motivation to seek out new goals and resolutions, new plans, dreams, and new directions. Entrepreneurs, especially, are not immune to setting these resolutions for their business ventures in the coming year. Having a new year's resolution can also help align your goals, and keep your focus on what projects to do!

The end of the year is a perfect time to reflect on your business' progress over the past year and plan how you want it to develop in the year ahead. Or, if you're planning on starting a business, this is the right time to put those plans into concrete action.

Before we get into it - I know what you're thinking. We just got through an entire year that's so chao...

What is onboarding, and how is it vital in a company?

Onboarding is the process where new hires acquire the necessary tools, knowledge, talents, skills, attitudes and behaviors to become contributing members who make a tangible difference to the organization. You could say it's a lot similar to training a new employee to learn and understand the systems of a company!

Employee onboarding helps new hires physically, mentally, and professionally integrate into the operations and culture of your business. Ensuring that formal training and processes lead to successful onboarding, which in turn can ensure that your company will operate like a well-oiled machine by the time they've successfully assimilated into your business!

But what's the difference between onboarding and orientation? Employee onboarding refers to any action that helps new hires understand how things work in their new work environment, get acquainted with the company culture, and feel welcomed and valued in their team. O...

Any idea of what exactly the runway is? How it is important to your business?

Well, a runway is the phase leading up to your pre-launch content. The intention in this phase is to warm up your audience and build anticipation for the free experience/pre-launch content. It's essentially creating demand for the launch. 

Before you start your pre-launch content, it's a good idea to set goals for your launch, so you know how to measure your outcomes. Remember that attention is a finite resource. In today’s busy online world, everyone has a limited amount of attention for the massive amount of content headed their way. Scaling your business can be as simple as getting more people into your launches and building a stronger relationship with them before you launch — so it’s definitely in your best interest to maximize that attention wisely!

The best part? Having an extra pair of hands to help you is one way to make sure that you have that perfect runway for your business. So, why go through ...

You don't need me to tell you that having a planner is so, so, so important in a small business! Whether that's a physical planner or a digital planner, both play an essential role in ensuring what choices you need to make for the growth of your business.

I personally love planning. I adore it. If I could do it all day, I would! Brainstorming and planning ahead makes me feel like anything I can think of is achievable and attainable.

Here are a few of my personal favorite planners, plus accessories, that you could try out!

PLANNERS

Agendio ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Agendio is my absolute favorite! It's highly-customizable and available in different sizes. Planners out there are usually built with custom-made templates, but Agendio prides itself on creating planners that are built just for you. You get to decide which tools and segments you want to be included in your planner, plus Agendio further personalizes these features to provide you with unique headings and task sections. Decide on whic...

I bet that at least a large percentage of you have already heard the term ‘Virtual Assistant’. You’ve probably seen them across your social media feed, and you might have friends or acquaintances who have used the term before. If you’re a business owner or entrepreneur, a virtual assistant can be a crucial asset to have in your business. How, you ask? Let’s dive in!

To keep it simple, a virtual assistant is almost everything you’d expect of a personal or executive assistant. They are people (not artificial-intelligence technology, mind you!), usually located anywhere in the world, coming from vastly different business backgrounds, who are equipped to handle almost anything you need! They provide help and support in doing tasks that they love doing. Another great advantage is that their rates vary based on the specialization or their expertise on the tasks you need!

The role of a VA is unique each and every time - there is no experience that is ever the same! Being a VA does not...