Build a Deep Bench with Virtual Assistants
“Talent wins games but teamwork and intelligence win championships.” –Anonymous We are deep in baseball season here in America, and that, of course, is a glorious thing. Great baseball teams have a way of bringing individual talents together toward a common goal. Successful coaches win by putting their most effective players in the best position […]
Read More8 Must-Have Traits of a Standout Executive Virtual Assistant
Bouncers. Gate Keepers. Air Traffic Controllers. These are the select few who have a huge amount of responsibility: they decide who gets access to high-profile people or important pieces of real estate. They have a lot to juggle, and there’s a lot riding on their ability to do just that. Everyone that approaches them wants […]
Read MoreFive Things That Happen When You Decide to Delegate
You’re stressed. Of course, you love your business and you love the life of the small business owner. But there’s just too much to do. Things have started to fall through the cracks–you’ve missed a deadline or two, you forgot an important date on the family calendar, and you can’t shake that nagging feeling […]
Read More4 Keys to Good Delegation (Part 2)
So, you’re embracing the idea of delegating. You know what you need to get off your plate, and who’s going to take the load for you. The hardest work is done, but you’re not there yet. There are still pivotal actions you need to take to reap the true benefits of delegating to a virtual […]
Read More4 Keys to Good Delegation (Part 1)
“Hire people who are better than you are, then leave them to get on with it . . . Look for people who will aim for the remarkable, who will not settle for the routine.” – David Ogilvy, advertising executive Business owners are nearly always inherently talented and capable people. Few people fall into […]
Read MoreAvoid these Mistakes When Communicating in a Virtual Culture
Public Speaking. It’s the #1 fear listed by many people–over flying, dying, and just about anything else. So many of us just hate the thought of getting up in front of people because we’re afraid we’ll make a mistake, say the wrong thing, and damage our reputation. It’s a fear that keeps many people […]
Read More3 Keys to Collaborating Well in a Virtual Culture
After more than fifty years of playing together, you’d think the Rolling Stones would have everything down pat. They could go to any arena, sell it out, and at a moment’s notice, play “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction,” “Jumpin’ Jack Flash,” and “You Can’t Always Get What You Want,” without a hitch. What would you […]
Read MoreWant to Grow in 2019? Ask These Five Questions Now
Back in my days as an executive assistant, the last days of the year were a flurry of activity. There were end-of-year events to plan and juggle, client gifts to purchase and send, and vacations to work around and cover. The to-do list never ended. And yet, my best bosses always made time to get […]
Read MoreThe Ultimate Virtual Training Guide, Part 2
Do you remember that saying, “Some things never change?” Do you ever feel that right now, it should sound more like “Some things always change?” Or even more so, “Everything is changing, and fast?” Doing business in 2018 is nothing like we’ve ever seen before. The pace is fast. The popularity of social media […]
Read MoreThe Ultimate Virtual Training Guide (Part 1)
Management is the opportunity to help people become better people. Practiced this way, it’s a magnificent profession. –Clayton Christensen A virtual assistant can change so many things in your business. They can make you more productive. They can relieve your stress. They can help you reignite a passion for your business. But they also […]
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