The Virtual Assistant Blog
Helping business owners run a successful business
Stressed about your business? How virtual assistant outsourcing can help.
Starting your own business is an act of courage. We know – we’ve done it ourselves. It is both exciting and daunting at the same time, and it can cause a huge amount of stress. When you start your business, you are responsible for absolutely everything, from bringing...
How to run successful virtual meetings
People are becoming more used to running or joining virtual meetings, switching on Zoom, Skype, Microsoft Teams, or whichever software we’re using. Once users have got over the novelty of seeing into our colleagues’ and customers’ homes or offices, it’s important to...
The social media marketing manager’s guide to designing your Instagram grid like a pro
Instagram is a major social media channel for individuals and brands. It’s highly competitive, gives you a great platform and is used by people who value really good content. As any social media marketing manager will tell you, your ‘grid’ – the way that Instagram...
10 small business budget planning tips for the New Year
Good planning is vital to business success and, whether you are just starting out, or you’ve been established for a few years, taking control of managing and planning your finances means you’ll have far more control over your business’s performance and growth. And...
New Year small business planning tips for beginners and SMEs
Is your business ready to take on the New Year? As things slow down at Christmas, it’s the perfect opportunity to think about how you’re going to support and grow your business in the New Year. And it doesn’t have to be hard work – here are our top business planning...
Small business beginner’s guide – how can LinkedIn help your business?
LinkedIn is the world’s largest professional social network, so it’s worth discovering how to make better use of it. Can LinkedIn help your business? Of course it can. And that’s because it’s more than just another social network; it’s a real opportunity to connect...
The beginner’s guide to Facebook small business marketing
So, you’re ready to start a Facebook page for your business. Taking the time to get this right, and understanding how to use it to really help your business is the key to success – which is why we’ve put together this quick Facebook small business marketing guide. In...
Is your virtual bookkeeping assistant breaking the law?
They could be – without even knowing it. And although your VA would be responsible for any fines levied, your business and your reputation could be at risk. So if you are already using a virtual bookkeeping assistant, or you’re thinking of outsourcing this task to...
7 Virtual Assistant services to help you over the Christmas period
Christmas - a time to celebrate and rejoice. But for the busy entrepreneur it can be a lot more stressful than it should. Getting everything wrapped up in time for the holidays can really pile on the pressure as you juggle not only a shorter working month, but also a...
The best virtual assistant survival guide to Christmas
As we hurtle towards the festive period, here are our top tips not just for surviving Christmas, but for making sure it’s a positive period for your business – and for you, even in the uncertain times we find ourselves in! Based on our years of experience working for...
Tips for better email marketing at Christmas
The run-up to Christmas is a key time in most marketing calendars, and with competition at its most fierce, you’ll need to make sure that your communications hit the mark. So, while there’s still time, take a look at our tips for better email marketing, and have a...