Executive Virtual Assistant Services
There comes a time when effort isn’t enough, and at some point, we’re just spinning our wheels. If you’ve ever felt this way, you’re not alone. As a business owner, your workload can sneak up on you. Before you know it, you’re working yourself into burnout.
However, the turning point comes when you stop long enough to recognize what’s happening. Keep in mind — this isn’t a bad thing. It’s actually a sign of growth in your business.
If you’re like most leaders, the problem isn’t that you don’t want to delegate; it’s that you don’t know where to start. Everything feels important. Everything feels urgent. And if you’re already stretched thin, taking time to slow down and think about systems or delegation can feel like yet another task.
But here’s the truth:
You don’t need to systemize or delegate everything. You just need to start with the right things.
Below is a simple framework to help you identify what should be systemized or delegated first so you can free up your capacity — without feeling like you’re losing control.
Have you ever stopped to think about the type of management style that you use? You most likely have a style, even if you’ve not given it any thought. Are you short and to the point, or do you take the time to explain? If you have team members, I do believe that it’s important to note how you manage your team, and I explain a couple of reasons for this below.
If you’re considering adding members to your team, being mindful of your workstyle is good. Knowing your work style is important so that you know the type of person who works well with it. I talk about assistants a lot because that’s my industry. For example, if you’re considering bringing on a virtual executive assistant, you should understand how you like to work before engaging with an assistant. Knowing your work style will enable you to find an assistant whose work style compliments your own.
If you don’t know or haven’t thought about your work style, there are ways for you to find out. You can take assessments, but the simplest way is to answer a few questions. Think about the following:
Sometimes, we can get so busy that we don’t stop to think about how we communicate in written form, and this is usually the case in our emails. You shoot off a quick email and don’t stop to think how it will be received. Our written communication can sometimes derail our work relationships. It’s important to consider how our abruptness can affect members of our team. Here are some tips to help ensure that your written communication gets your point across without wreaking havoc.
If you’re considering working with a virtual executive assistant, you may have realized that there are many options, which can be overwhelming. You can work with an individual virtual assistant or an agency that provides virtual assistants. So, you may be wondering, should I work with a virtual assistant or with an agency? Below are some things to consider when making your decision.
Virtual assistance has been around since the early 2000s. However, the past three years have seen an explosive growth in the industry. No longer is it regulated to the small business owner using a VA; there are now larger companies utilizing the services of a virtual executive assistant. Along with this comes the question, “How do I work with a virtual assistant?” Below are some ways to help you determine how to best work with a virtual assistant.
When it comes to delegating, clear communication is key. It’s important that you make sure that you provide clear directions when assigning a task or project in order to receive the outcome that you desire. Here are three things that you can do to ensure that you provide clear directions to achieve successful delegation.
Is there something holding you back from moving forward in your business? Often times we tell ourselves that it’s time, perfectionism or not knowing the how, but that’s not always the case. Sometimes what’s holding us back is fear and we use the things mentioned as an excuse. It can be fear of success or fear of failure.
There are numerous ways in which we can communicate online. There’s instant messaging, email, project management platforms, and more. However, using too many tools to communicate can become disruptive and time-consuming for you and your remote team. Here are the pitfalls of using too many tools.