Why I Became (and Still Am) an Associate VA

When I first set up my Virtual Assistant business, I didn’t take on any Associate work. Not because I didn’t see the value in it, but because I was building my business in a different way at the time.

If you’ve been reading the headlines about artificial intelligence, you’ve probably seen predictions about all the jobs that are going to be at risk. Admin roles in particular often top these lists.

Many small business owners, consultants, and knowledge workers spend far too much time on admin and not enough on the work that really matters. That’s exactly why I created my newest free resource: 20 Tasks You Can Outsource to a VA

Minute taking is an essential task for most businesses, clubs, and community groups. Any time an organisation gathers for an important discussion, especially one involving decision-making, minutes should be taken. Board meetings, committees, hearings, and AGMs all need a reliable record, providing an easy-to-reference audit trail for the future.

Good record-keeping is crucial, but it’s not always easy to get right. If you’re responsible for taking minutes (or finding someone who can), here’s what you need to know to master the basics.

This is the story of how I helped a fledgling community group to get, and stay, organised.

There are lots of great Virtual Assistant (VA) businesses out there, so how do you choose which one to work with?

No two Virtual Assistants are the same. Taking the time to find the VA who really understands you and your business means the right partnership is well worth the investment.