How a Superstar Virtual Assistant Can Save Your Sanity

Small business owners are some of the most overworked and highly stressed people on the planet. They wear so many hats as they work to transform their passion into a profitable business. Getting a business off the ground is a very challenging task. And it can’t be done alone. This is why 50% of small businesses never make it past five years of existence (Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics). Small business owners need trusted people that they can count on to get things done.

Managing customer relationships, organizing marketing activities, communicating with vendors, bookkeeping, the list of responsibilities goes on and on… You’ve got to have people in your corner who you can depend on. All that being said, hiring full-time employees to make that possible is usually not a viable option simply because of the cost associated with salary, benefits, and the additional overhead to find a work space for the needed personnel. More and more small business owners are relying on virtual assistants to manage these day-to-day activities and take it off the plate of ownership.

When it comes to small business there are only as many possibilities for utilizing a virtual assistant as your imagination can design. Here are some of the top ways successful small business owners are using VAs.

Customer relations management

Having a VA manage customer inquiries via email and phone is highly effective use of a virtual team member. Customers today expect instant communication and small business owners don’t have the time to respond in a timely manner. Letting a virtual team member handle these inquiries on your behalf is a smart and efficient use of your time and money.

Email and calendar management

When your inbox is busting at the seams it’s very easy for important messages to get lost in the shuffle. Using a virtual assistant to filter through and prioritize your daily messages can help keep you from missing out on important business-related discussions. Combining this with the organization of your calendar and your now able to be prices organized.

Digital marketing

Smart businesses are tapping into the efficient and direct marketing opportunities available through organic and paid social media content. Having somebody who is familiar with your business and its target audience can keep your company in front of potential customers through the use of social media.

Bookkeeping and database management

Using a VA to send out invoices and follow up on unpaid bills is a great use of this virtual team member. They can compile this into an organized report for you and ensure that your business does not lose out on potential revenue.

Online research

Stay on top of what you’re competitors are doing to attract new customers. A virtual assistant can keep you informed about changes in pricing or upcoming product releases.  These are activities that often get left behind from a small business owner’s busy schedule.

As business owners continue to seek out new ways to remain competitive and keep their sanity at the same time, the use of a virtual assistant’s help just continues to make more sense. Regardless of your current needs, a superstar virtual team member can help you not only stay afloat but thrive.  When you decide you are ready to have fewer headaches and more joy in your work day, contact us to schedule a consultation so we can match you with the perfect virtual assistant for your needs.