About Virtual Assistants (VAs)
Discover How Virtual Office Assistants (VAs) are Helping
Coaches, Speakers & Authors Leverage Their Talent
Like many coaches, speakers and authors, Virtual Assistants (VAs) are comfortable working remotely and building long term relationships online.
"A Virtual Assistant (VA) is an independent entrepreneur providing administrative, creative and/or technical services. Utilizing advanced technological modes of communication and data delivery, a professional VA assists clients in his/her area of expertise from his/her own office on a contractual basis." *
*Virtual Assistant definition adapted from the International Virtual Assistant Association.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the difference between Virtual Assistants and temps?
- How can a virtual office assistant help me be more successful?
- What kinds of tasks can Virtual Assistants do?
- How can a VA really KNOW my business and the way I do things?
- I'm not very Internet / computer savvy. Can this still work?
- How do I exchange files and other important info with my virtual office assistant?
1. What is the difference between Virtual Assistants and Temps?
Temporary staff, or "temps," are employees paid by the agencies they work for. Virtual Assistants are independent entrepreneurs who manage their own businesses. It is in a VA's best interest to create a long term relationship with you, the client.
At The Admin Link, we strive to nurture the growth and development of your unique enterprise.
Back to top of FAQ2. How can a Virtual Office Assistant help me be more successful?
The creative mind is a busy mind! Often those in coaching, speaking, writing and other professions of the humanities feel overwhelmed by administrative responsibilities. Eventually, this feeling can lead to lags in productivity-and being an entrepreneur starts to feel like "work." The passion is replaced by dread, and pretty soon these negative feelings stifle creativity and the desire to keep going.
The Admin Link can be your bridge to less stress and more productivity. An extensive background in psychology, public relations and communications allows us to:
- Give you back the time you need to focus, create and reflect.
- Protect your "voice" during transcription.
- Be an objective sounding board for new ideas.
- Proactively seek out and implement more efficient processes.
- And much more...
3. What kinds of tasks can Virtual Assistants do?
A VA's administrative support is not limited to clerical expertise. Many Virtual Assistants specialize in supporting specific business professionals and bring a wealth of field experience to the partnership. You can now find VAs who specialize in working with:
- Realtors
- Coaches (all types)
- Professional Speakers
- Event Planners
- Internet Marketers
- Authors
- Accountants
- Legal Professionals
- Health Care Professionals
- Mental Health Professionals
Many coaches, authors and speakers find that partnering with virtual experts gives their business a real and measurable competitive edge.
In addition to industry specific knowledge, Virtual Assistants possess the Internet savvy necessary to carry out almost any task in a virtual capacity. They also have strong support networks with many other VAs.
If there is a way to do something virtually, your Virtual Assistant will find a way to do it!
Back to top of FAQ4. How can a VA really KNOW my business and the way I do things?
As a coach, author or speaker, you need to give your heart and soul to every single person you touch. In turn, we strive to understand your business, your communication style and your personal and professional priorities. It takes time and that is okay.
We only take on as many clients as we can truly dedicate our time and energy to. That's The Admin Link difference.
Back to top of FAQ5. I'm not very Internet / computer savvy. Can this still work?
Can you send an email? Or make a phone call? Then you can work with The Admin Link! Internet Service Providers (ISPs) are the technical middle men that make it easy for business professionals to carry out all kinds of tasks, easily and affordably:
- Send a fax via email.
- Transfer files securely.
- Access a computer remotely.
- Coordinate a virtual meeting with people around the world.
- Edit and format large documents.
- Even send your clients birthday cards!
The possibilities are endless.
Don't worry if you don't know your way around the world wide web. That's what The Admin Link is here for. We design our services around your needs, your comfort level, your business.
Back to top of FAQ6. How do I communicate with and exchange files with my virtual office assistant?
At The Admin Link, ease of communication is top priority. Your options include:
- Snail Mail - Nothing beats the personal touch of a hand written note or letter to your clients.
- Phone (toll free) - We encourage frequent telephone chats to confirm priorities, provide updates, communicate timely issues or concerns, and simply exchange ideas.
- Faxing (toll free) - With our toll free number, it won't cost you a dime. We have the ability to receive faxes from anywhere.
- Email - Handy for day to day correspondence and quick transfer of documents.
We hope this helps you to understand the versatility of a virtual office assistant. From word processing to data entry to transcription, we'll give you back time to do the things you love (and need) to do.
Explore what we have to offer. Contact Loretta Darby for a free quote.
