What No One Tells You About Communicating with a Virtual Assistant
You’ve got support. You’ve handed over a few tasks. Things should be running smoothly. But something feels… off. You’re not sure what’s being worked on. You’re not getting updates the way you expected. You’re starting to wonder: “Is this actually helping?” If that’s where you’re at, you’re not alone. Most of the time, when things feel disconnected between a business owner and their VA, the root issue isn’t skill. It’s communicat...
July 1, 2025Feel Like You Should Be Able to Do It All Yourself?
You’ve probably said it before, even just in your head: “I should be able to keep up with this.” The emails. The invoicing. The quotes. The never-ending admin that stacks up between actual work. You built this business. You’ve handled harder things. So why does it feel so frustrating now? It’s not a lack of motivation. It’s not that you’re lazy. It’s that you’re doing too much, and you’re doing it alone....
June 24, 2025Think You're Too Busy to Train Someone? Read This First
You know you’re stretched thin. You’ve got too much on your plate. You want support. But every time you think about getting help, your brain says: “I just don’t have time to train someone right now.” Totally fair. When your week’s already packed, the thought of explaining everything to someone new feels like just another task. But here’s what most people don’t realise: You don’t need a training manual. You don’t need a step-by-step onboardi...
June 17, 2025AI & VA: The Ultimate Combo for Scaling Your Business
Want to stay competitive in business in 2025? It comes down to practical ways to increase productivity and reclaim your time. For small business owners, combining Artificial Intelligence (AI) with Virtual Assistants (VAs) is a powerful strategy to streamline operations and enhance efficiency. By bringing together the strengths of both, you can drive meaningful growth for your business. AI brings speed and automation, while VAs provide adaptability and human insight. Together, they hand...
June 10, 2025You Know You Need Help… But You Just Don’t Know Where to Start
You’re not lazy. You’re not disorganised. You’re just wearing seventeen hats and trying to answer emails with your elbows while you cook dinner and chase overdue invoices. We see it all the time - business owners who know they can’t keep running on fumes but feel stuck at the starting line. You want help. You need help. But the thought of figuring out how to get help? That’s what keeps you frozen. Let’s talk about why it feels so hard - and how to ...
June 3, 2025No One Has Their Sh*t Together, And That's Exactly Why You Should Start
If you've ever looked at someone in a leadership role and thought, "They must have it all figured out," this story will change your mind.In Episode #42 of the Get Savvy Podcast, we’re sitting down with Strictly Savvy’s General Manager, Teesha, to talk about her journey from junior designer to running the entire business. It’s a raw conversation about imposter syndrome, personal growth, and what it really takes to lead when you’re not sure you’re ready....
May 29, 2025Think your business is too small for a VA? Think again
It’s the quiet thought that keeps a lot of small business owners stuck. “Maybe this is just how it is at my stage.” Late nights. Missed deadlines. Tasks half-done in the car before a client meeting. And it’s easy to believe that help is something you “earn” once you’ve hit a certain level. More revenue. More clients. More chaos. But here’s the truth: You don’t grow then get support. You get support so you can grow. ...
May 27, 2025We Love AI. But We’re Not Ignoring Its Footprint.
We use it every day - ChatGPT, automation tools, smart schedulers - to tidy up systems, write more engaging content, and get time-wasting tasks off the to-do lists of our clients. If you’ve followed us for a while, you’ll know: we’re not shy about our love for AI! But there’s something that’s starting to get the attention it deserves: the environmental cost of all that AI power. AI doesn’t just float around in the cloud. Every time you run a prompt, that request travels to ...
May 9, 20258 Common Mistakes Business Owners Make When Working With a Virtual Assistant (and How to Fix Them)
Hiring a Virtual Assistant is a game-changer for your business, but only if you set the relationship up for success.It’s easy to think that once you’ve hired a VA, your workload will magically disappear. But the truth is, getting the most out of your VA takes communication, trust, and the right systems in place.Here are 8 avoidable missteps that can slow down progress and how to make sure you’re getting the support you actually need....
April 10, 20254 Easy Ways to Stop Procrastinating and Actually Get Things Done
Let’s be honest, getting started is often the hardest part. Whether you're staring at a blank screen or ignoring your overflowing inbox, procrastination creeps in fast and derails your day before it even begins.But it doesn’t have to be that way.If you’re ready to take back control of your time, these four simple (but effective) strategies will help you move from stuck to sorted....
April 9, 2025How Do I Hire a Virtual Assistant?
If your to-do list is full of admin, systems, and support work (and you’re still the one doing all of it) it’s time to ask yourself:What if someone else could take this off your plate?That someone? A virtual assistant.But with so many options out there (local, offshore, agency, freelancer), how do you know which is right for you? Here’s how to hire the right VA for your business - without wasting time, money, or momentum....
April 8, 2025How To Get More Out Of Working With a Virtual Assistant in 2025
Small tweaks can lead to big results, especially when it comes to working with your virtual assistant. If you're already using a VA but feel like you’re not quite getting the impact you expected, you're not alone. Most business owners don’t realise just how much more value they could be tapping into.These quick changes will transform the way you work with your VA and help you get better outcomes, faster....
April 7, 20255 Reasons Business Owners Love Working With a Virtual Assistant
Here’s why working with a Virtual Assistant isn’t just helpful—it’s a strategic move for growth-minded business owners in 2025....
April 4, 2025What Not To Do When Working With a Virtual Assistant
Working with a Virtual Assistant should make things easier, not more complicated. But getting the most out of that support means setting them up for success. That starts with how you delegate, how you communicate, and how you manage the relationship.If your goal is to get time back and keep things moving behind the scenes, here’s what to avoid when working with a VA....
April 3, 2025Virtual Assistants - The Future of Productivity in Business
Running a business is full-on. The emails, the client follow-ups, the invoicing, the social media... the list never ends. If you’re trying to do it all yourself, it’s no wonder things feel stretched. That’s where a virtual assistant comes in....
April 2, 2025Why Aussie Business Owners Should Seriously Consider a NZ Virtual Assistant
Ready to lighten your workload without compromising on quality? Let’s talk about why teaming up with a New Zealand-based virtual assistant could be one of the smartest moves for your business in 2025....
April 1, 2025How Much Time Can a Virtual Assistant Really Save You?
If your days feel like one long never-ending cycle of chasing your to-do list, you're not alone. Most business owners are buried in admin, stuck in the weeds, and pulled away from the work that actually grows their business.Here’s the good news: a virtual assistant can free up hours every week without the overheads or rigidity of hiring an employee....
March 31, 2025How Do I Know If My Workload Is Unsustainable?
You’ve got a to-do list longer than your arm. You’re skipping meals, juggling deadlines, and still lying awake at night thinking about what didn’t get done. If that sounds familiar, it’s time to stop and reassess.An unsustainable workload doesn’t just impact your productivity - it chips away at your health, your business, and your life. So how do you know when your capacity has been maxed out?...
March 28, 2025How Do I Get The Best Out Of My Virtual Assistant
Hiring a Virtual Assistant (VA) is one of the smartest things you can do to free up your time, but handing over tasks doesn’t always come naturally, especially if you’ve been doing it all yourself until now.If you want your VA to hit the ground running (and keep delivering real value), here’s how to set them up for success and get the best ROI from the partnership.Communicate Clearly and OftenYou don’t need to be available 24/7, but you do need to be available consistently. Communication...
March 27, 2025What Are The Challenges Of Working With A Virtual Assistant?
A Virtual Assistant (VA) can be one of the most impactful hires you make in your business - but it's not always smooth sailing from day one. Like any new working relationship, it takes intention, systems, and communication to make it work.Here’s a breakdown of the most common challenges business owners face when working with a VA in 2025, and how to overcome them with confidence....
March 26, 2025Why Hiring a Virtual Assistant Might Be the Best Business Decision You Ever Make
You’re working long hours, spinning plates, and constantly caught between daily admin and the bigger-picture strategy you know you should be focusing on.And yet, week after week, you’re still stuck doing things like replying to emails, managing bookings, and chasing invoices.That’s time you’ll never get back.If you're serious about scaling your business in 2025, it's time to stop doing everything yourself....
March 25, 2025How to Delegate Like a Pro (and Finally Get Your Time Back)
But if you're serious about growing your business in 2025, this skill is non-negotiable. The more you hold onto, the more you're holding yourself back.Here’s how to delegate effectively (even when you're busy), and set your Virtual Assistant (or any team member) up for success....
March 24, 20255 Smart Reasons to Track Your Time at Work (Especially if You’re a Business Owner)
You’re not alone. If you're not already tracking your time at work, this simple habit might be what you've been looking for.Whether you're running a business, managing a team, or juggling multiple clients, understanding where your time goes is the first step to reclaiming it.Here’s why tracking your time matters in 2025 more than ever:...
March 21, 2025How Do I Use a Virtual Assistant To Scale My Business?
Hiring a virtual assistant (VA) is a no-brainer for many businesses. It’s a strategic move that allows your business to scale efficiently without the headaches of hiring full-time staff.Unlike employees, VAs provide flexible, on-demand support that adjusts as your workload changes. Whether you need more hands on deck during busy periods or to scale back during slow months, a VA gives you the freedom to adapt without risk.Here’s how businesses are using VAs to scale up and down with ease....
March 20, 2025How Long Will It Take a Virtual Assistant To Get To Know My Business?
Bringing a Virtual Assistant (VA) into your business can help you escape the cycle of endless admin and free up your time for the work that actually moves your business forward - but one of the most common questions we hear is:“How long will it take for my VA to truly understand my business?”The short answer? It depends. But with the right setup, your VA can be productive from day one and fully integrated within weeks. Here’s what makes the difference....
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