When I spot talent, I am fascinated and wonder, how can I incorporate this person’s work into my website, social media, and life! My niece is no exception. She is a talented photographer invested in her craft and equipment. Rebecca Franey Photography, hint hint. She is an explorer. And you will often find her up…
Social Media
This is the First Step of a Mood Board Canva makes it easy to create Mood Boards, in fact, if you are a paid subscriber they teach a class on it! I have attached a picture straight out of Pixabay (free) and the coordinating colors that Canva has picked. Canva.com/Colors Canva has many font choices,…
What is a Discovery Call?
Before I take on a client, I’m asked to do either a zoom call or a telephone call to see if the business relationship has potential. This is a good way to see if you are the right fit for a client and if they are a right fit for you. A Discovery call usually…
A Second Pair of Eyes
Rushing through a website design to get to the next project, can lead to typos! Best to have a fresh set of eyes on the wording and concepts. My friend Heather casually mentioned a slight word mistake and I am so grateful! It’s nice to see someone appreciate my work and since she is a…
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A VIRTUAL ASSISTANT
Depending on the platform your home-base company uses, keeping a separate log journal is imperative, so that you get paid. Also, if a client is questioning how long it took you to complete a project, it is noted in your log journal. Some of the basic information I use is Day, Date, Time starting, time…
What is obstructing, delaying, or undermining the success of a project
Working through these obstacles is what we do. As Virtual Assistants, we are turning the tables and asking our clients to assist us! Our clients have set the tone for this article. We ask our clients to: Set clear expectations, limits, and timelines. This sets the stage for our work week and having a timeline…
Your To Do List just got a little shorter because you hired a Virtual Assistant!
Email Management Social Media Website updates Data Entry/Order Entry Appointment Scheduling Note taking
Time Management
Quite a lot of talk lately on circadian rhythms! When seems to be your best productive hours? When you are so sharp on your game you even surprise yourself. My best working time is early in the morning, and I save the tasks that don’t take a lot of brain power for after 5 pm….
Where do we go from here?
I try my best to speak the language of my clients. Everyone has a certain way to explain things, and surprisingly depending on where a client hales from, its different! Also my clients technology knowledge is off the charts! They know so much about the latest technology, ways to engage with their customers, and pay…