• Feb 25, 2020
• Melinda Avellino
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Shhhh! Here’s a secret!

One of the biggest secrets to being successful as a startup or for a small business is not just about getting clients, it’s about being highly productive.  A lot of us forget that in order to be productive, we need to stop trying to do everything ourselves.  On the flip-side, it’s not that easy to know how and when to delegate.  This is a huge challenge for heads of startups and small businesses.

It’s Hard to Let Go

At crucial times during the growth phase in a business, it’s hard to relinquish control over certain things, but this a common mistake which can lead to burnout with extreme multitasking. Some advice for entrepreneurs and small business owners is to say no to anything that isn’t “moving the needle.”  The crux of the matter is if you know how to delegate, you can focus on what’s important and let others take care of the tasks you shouldn’t be doing.

Feeling the Cash Flow Crunch

However, very often, startups and small business owners don’t have the budget to hire others.  Cash flow constraints hinder the ability to hire, especially when you don’t have the space and resources. That’s why many successful business owners have redirected their focus on virtual assistance (VA).  A virtual assistant or virtual administrator can take the staffing burden off by saving time and money.  VAs can be an affordable alternative for a business to alleviate them of the cost of hiring employees and and the expense of office space.

It’s a Virtual World

Virtual assistance is becoming increasingly popular with the rise of remote working and the amount of freelancers in the workforce today.  Many companies are have employees telecommuting and remote office practices are becoming the norm.

Is a VA Right for Me?

Ah, but how do you know it’s a worthwhile investment to hire a VA? Here’s the best way to evaluate if you should consider a VA:

1. You don’t need and can’t afford a full-time employee

2. You’re having trouble completing the most critical tasks

3. You need work done that does not require an office environment

4. You travel a lot and need someone who is able to work virtually

5. You spend more time organizing than accomplishing

6. You know what needs to be done but just don’t have the time to do it

Understanding How to Use the Expertise of a Virtual Administrator

VAs can perform a multitude of tasks beyond just the typical administrative functions.  There are VAs that can provide services from project management, workflow management, email marketing, social media management, web design and maintenance, light bookkeeping and expense management, personal tasking, and more! Trust that the VA has the expertise to help you figure out how they can help you best.

Get Back in the Game

Get your productivity back by letting go of the tasks that are holding you back from your goals. While it may not make sense to hire a full-time employee, consider a virtual assistant to be the extra hands you need and give you the breathing room that is essential to the growth and success of your business.

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About the Author

Melinda Avellino is a Virtual Administrator and Project Management and Workflow Systems Consultant, supporting entrepreneurs, professionals, and small business owners with valuable services that, in return, afford them freedom to focus on growing their businesses.

Offering a wide range of essential services from administrative support to project management, workflow management, email marketing, social media management, web design and maintenance, and more. For more information, visit Versatile VA.

Melinda Avellino

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