The Virtual Assistant Blog
Helping business owners run a successful business
7 ways to simplify your social media management and get results
Social media is now a part of most business communications strategies. Businesses of all sizes recognise that social media channels are where their customers are hanging out, talking to each other and looking for products or services (even if they don’t know they’re...
Should you hire someone to make cold calls?
For many people in business, the words ‘cold calling’ strike fear into the heart. It’s not just the feeling of lacking confidence in selling what you do – it’s also the time it takes and whether the returns are there. That’s why businesses often decide to hire someone...
How to get the best from a digital transcription virtual assistant
Dictation has always been a time-saving office tool but now technology has moved on from the old fashioned tape recorders. You can now download an app and record your instructions, ideas and comments straight onto your phone, tablet or PC. Then all you have to do is...
How to manage virtual assistants and outsourcing services
Like all valuable resources, virtual assistants and outsourcing providers make the most difference to your life when you use them wisely. Right from the start of the relationship, work together with your outsourced help to make sure the right tasks are allocated out,...
How to scale up a successful team with a remote virtual assistant
For many businesses, an office-based team just isn’t necessary. It costs a lot of money and means the business often misses out on the best people for the job. Flexible businesses that build successful teams often include the use of a remote virtual assistant as well...
Virtual outsourcing – considerations and benefits for small business
In this digital age, virtual outsourcing has become the go-to strategy used by companies who want to grow fast and efficiently. Think about it. You get a highly skilled member of staff without having to pay for holidays, Dr's appointments, sick leave, benefits or...
A beginner’s guide to going self employed
Self-employment is on the rise. People are choosing to work for themselves for a number of reasons. For some, it’s a chance to realise a dream job; for others it offers the flexibility and freedom that a 9-5 job just can’t match. Some move into self-employment after...
Blog your business to success – tips for small business owners
Building a business based solely on your blogging is a tall order for any entrepreneur, but many businesses use great blogs to gain followers, boost profile, demonstrate credibility and add real value – so could you blog your business to success? Want to start a blog?...
How to manage your expenses – tips for small business owners
Keeping track of your expenses is one of the most fundamental tasks for a small business. The largest part of your tax return will be based upon your business expenses, and accurate records can help to reduce the amount of tax you pay. So it's important to set up good...
Generating marketing content online – how to overcome writer’s block
Whether it's for social media, your blog or your website, generating content for online marketing can leave small business owners with a serious case of writers block. But it needn't be a headache. Take a look at these tips that we've compiled to give you some ideas...
Types of invoicing for small business owners
As a small business owner, invoicing is just one of the many things you need to keep on top of – but it’s also one of the most important functions to manage. No invoice = no income. Here, we give you a quick run-down of the different types of invoicing for small...