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What's the point of hiring an EA to save you time if you then need to spend more time and energy onboarding them? That's one of the blockers many executives face when deciding if they need a remote assistant or not. Truth is, onboarding a new EA doesn't need to be a headache. You just need to start from the basics: ✅Write down all tasks you want to delegate to them and your expectations. ✅Give them access to corporate documents, tools, log-ins, discount codes, folders, contact lists and resources. ✅Set up communication cadence & weekly check-ins ✅Remember to explain your company culture and vision to them. ✅Give them time to adjust to your unique style of working, and review their performance after the first month. If you want to dig deeper, read our ultimate guide on how to onboard a remote executive assistant, the easy and efficient way! [link in the comments]

Hiring a virtual assistant? Congratulations!! Now it's on YOU to make sure they succeed in their role. They're onboarding to your unique processes and preferences, and if you hired a rockstar (which I'm sure you did), they're READY to jump in. How will you help them help you? Here are several great ideas to make the relationship succeed: 1. Set clear expectations: Clearly communicate your expectations and goals. 2. Provide thorough training: Take the time to train your virtual assistant on the tools, processes, and systems they'll be using. 3. Hold regular check-ins and feedback: Schedule regular touchpoint calls to discuss questions, give praise, and adjust the course as needed. 4. Meet regularly: The better you loop them in, the better than can help you with all of it. 5. Provide ongoing training: Remember that training and development should be continuous. 6. Provide additional tasks and training: As your virtual assistant becomes more proficient, provide them with additional tasks and training to expand their skills. 7. Trust them: You hired them. Now honor that commitment and don't micromanage their processes. Delegate results, not tasks. 8. Protect their balance: When they're off the clock, they're off the clock. Don't abuse your access to support. Remember, by continuously supporting and empowering your virtual assistant, you're helping them reach their full potential — so you can reach your full potential, too! BELAY helps match you with killer talent, by the way. 👀 Why not skip the hassle and time loss of hiring and let us find the perfect match for you?

The best business decision I've ever made was hiring my personal assistant, Shannon. Suddenly, I went from spending 2 hours a day on emails to 15 minutes. My calls appeared magically on my calendar. Any contract I sent came pre-written. It felt like gained a superpower. I love the process of getting more leverage as a founder. Our time is finite and precious. I've found the easiest first step for many founders to get leverage is hiring an assistant. But, hiring an assistant can feel weird - many people have difficulty trusting others, accepting that it's not lazy to delegate, or even knowing who to hire. I've recently started working with a few friends to help them hire their own personal assistants and train them to delegate better. I hire mainly from the Philippines, where I've found you can get 1% talent for 1/4 the cost of the US. The project's name is Leverage Labs. (I considered "Shannon Labs" but Shannon shot that down...) If you're interested in hiring an assistant (or discussing tactics for delegating), send me a message or comment. The productivity nerd in me loves this!

Many people express concerns about the daunting task of hiring a Virtual Assistant. The reason behind this overwhelming feeling lies in the common approach of Virtual Assistants to gather extensive information, often leaving potential clients feeling inundated. Clients seeking assistance are typically already overwhelmed with their workload. They are looking to alleviate their burdens, not compound them with a barrage of questions or extensive paperwork. Having experienced these challenges firsthand, I understand the importance of ensuring that seeking assistance doesn't compound stress but alleviates it instead. That's why I've made it my mission to simplify and streamline the onboarding process for my clients, ensuring it's as stress-free and straightforward as possible. ————————————————————— If you're new here, welcome! I'm Idara Danison, an administrative Virtual Assistant. My expertise lies in helping businesses and individuals streamline their administrative tasks, offering top-notch services that can significantly boost productivity. Feel free to drop me a message by simply sending me a DM. Let's collaborate to create a flawless workflow for your business, allowing you to focus on what truly matters. 😊

Check Out This Business Opportunity below: 💥 Reassessing your business strategies and needs at the start of the year can significantly contribute to your growth and success. A virtual assistant can indeed be a valuable asset, offering a wide range of benefits that can streamline your operations and enhance your overall productivity. With the increasing trend towards remote work, the demand for skilled virtual assistants has been on the rise. 🛑 Before delving into the process of hiring a virtual assistant, it's essential to identify your specific requirements and the tasks that you wish to delegate. This will help you find a virtual assistant whose skills and expertise align with your business needs. ✅ Additionally, it's crucial to establish clear communication channels and provide detailed instructions to ensure that your virtual assistant understands your expectations and can work efficiently towards achieving your business goals. Setting specific goals and milestones can further help you monitor the progress and evaluate the effectiveness of your virtual assistant's contributions. 📨 Feel free to share more about your business and the tasks you're considering delegating to a virtual assistant. I'd be glad to provide guidance on how to effectively incorporate a virtual assistant into your operations and maximize the benefits for your business.

Being a Soloprenuer means juggling a lot. From handling clients offline to preparing content for the monthly newsletter to editing visuals for your weekly YouTube video, etc. Some of these tasks are repetitive and time-consuming. Imagine how hectic it can be to edit and create captions for a 60-minute YouTube video. How about after editing, you realize the voicing was poor? That's where a virtual assistant comes in. Below are the simple steps to hiring and working with a virtual assistant. .  Step 1: Identify all the daily tasks in your business. Step 2: Choose the ones that are tiresome and time-consuming. You can also add those that you don't have enough skills to carry out. Step 4: Record detailed videos showing how to perform each task above. Store them on Google Drive. Step 5: Hire a virtual assistant. Train them on how to perform each task using your videos on Google Drive. Step 6: Use your favourite project management tool(s) to monitor the work done by your virtual assistant. Ensure good communication with your virtual assistant. Repeat the process if necessary.

Here's a pro-hack for everyone who wants to hire a Growth Assistant or Virtual Assistant. Why pay $3000-$4000 per month for a "trained" assistant when 50%-60% of that amount is eaten up by a middle-man? It doesn't make any sense. You should be hiring your assistant directly, without any middle-man. You just need to headhunt an assistant who already has experience working with large Virtual Assistant staffing companies, like Oceans, AthenaGO, HireWithNear, or others. - You'll be paying around $1200-$1800 per month. - You'll have a direct relationship with your assistant. - You can increase their salary at any given time. - You won't be spending a ton of money on a middle-man. Need help with that? Hire RemotelyTalents and we'll headhunt you a ridiculously talented virtual assistant with tons of experience.

There’s no need to hire an employee when you can simply draft a skillset on a flexible basis. At least, there’s no need to hire an employee YET. But a Virtual Assistant can deifnitely can help you get to the point where it’s possible. A Virtual Assistant and their services can be just what your business needs to get through the awkward “teenage growth phase” as you scale up. Hiring a VA can be a way to bridge that gap between economic commitment and accessing the support you need to free up time and achieve true business growth. This allows you to delegate work that you don't personally need to complete in the business and allow you to spend time on the things that only you can do. Call us on 0204 568 1800 or get in touch via info@positivevasolutions.co.uk to see how we can help you spend time growing your business instead of chasing your to do list this year.

90% of founders made or are still making this 1 mistake of trying to do everything. Only you handle: → Admin tasks → Project tasks → Lead follow-up → Financial tasks → Market research In the long run, the after-effect will set in: Your health will suffer → Regular burnouts Your family will suffer → You'll end up spending 0 hours with your family Your relationship will suffer → You'll spend 0 hours with your partner (That's why you have many exes😂) Your productivity will be low → 60+ hours spent weekly yet your workload increases. Your business growth will slow down → 60+ hours wasted on $0 revenue generating tasks You can avoid the after effect by: - Hiring a virtual assistant - Outsourcing to the right team - Focus 100% on your core business This would save you more than 40+ hours monthly. —————————- PS: If you are a founder looking to gain a minimum of 10+ hours weekly, send me a DM. P.S.S: Long or short form post which do you prefer?

Onboarding a new remote employee and wondering how to set the right expectations and goals? Here are some essential strategies that will help you ensure a successful integration and productivity right from the start. 🌍 1️⃣ Communication: Maintain regular and transparent communication via email, chat, and video calls. 2️⃣ Roles and Responsibilities: Clearly outline each member's role to prevent confusion and enhance productivity. 3️⃣ Goals: Set measurable goals, break them into smaller milestones, and celebrate achievements for motivation. 4️⃣ Working Hours: Define core working hours for collaboration, but allow flexibility. 5️⃣ Project Management Tools: Use tools like Trello, Asana, or Jira for task management and progress tracking. 6️⃣ Feedback: Encourage free feedback flow and regularly discuss progress and challenges. 7️⃣ Resources and Support: Provide necessary tools and resources for effective task performance. Always be flexible and empathetic, adjusting for unique circumstances. 🌟 Feel free to share your own insights or experiences about onboarding for a remote position! 💼🚀