The Virtual Assistant Blog
Helping business owners run a successful business
Does your business need a Virtual Assistant? Small business greatness in 5 easy steps
Getting a business off the ground is always hard work and success is never guaranteed. However, by focusing yourself and your team on delivering these five core ideas, you can give your business the best chance to thrive. Once you are up and running, it’s easier to...
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...
Bookkeeping for small business owners – are you keeping the right records?
One of the tasks that business owners outsource most often is finance. Bookkeeping, for small business owners, can be time-consuming, complicated and a long way down the list of important jobs to do. And yet it’s one of the most important roles. Good books mean a...
The virtual support services checklist for negotiating a business deal
From a critical supplier agreement or long-term customer retainer to a merger or acquisition, small businesses do deals in just the same way that big businesses do. These deals are focused on bringing cash flow into the business, partnering with companies that can...
How to unlock X business marketing success
X (formerly Twitter) is a powerful platform for businesses looking to engage with customers, increase brand awareness, and drive sales. But achieving success on X isn't always straightforward. This guide will provide you with actionable strategies and tips to unlock X...
Virtual assistant diary management – how to delegate your diary
Asking someone to manage your diary might be one of the best business decisions you ever make. It means better time-management, less opportunity for double-booking and makes a real difference to how you can grow your business. So how could moving to a virtual...
8 pros and cons of arranging business meetings online
The saying, "Time is money” always holds true for those in business. From dealing with staff, liaising with clients on the phone to arranging and attending business meetings, it's little wonder that businessmen and women look for as many ways as they can to maximise...
Helpful hints to control credit and cash flow in small businesses
One of the most important business administration tasks for many of our small business clients is cash flow management; an ongoing forecast of future cash requirements and small business expenses to avoid any short falls and maintain positive cash flow. It is...
How to manage calls – business phone answering tips for SMEs
Getting a small business off the ground is hard, but arguably it gets tougher when you have to keep all the plates spinning by yourself. When you have orders to process, products or services to create and market, and an online presence to manage it can be easy to...
How a Virtual Assistant can be your social media hero
Social media is now a vital sales and marketing channel. But it can take over your life and significantly reduce the amount of time you actually spend on your business. You’ll be amazed by how refreshing it is to have someone take the burden away from you – someone...