BSI Culture Excellence Awards 2022
These awards recognise organisations that demonstrate excellence in developing and maintaining a positive workplace culture, and we are thrilled to be recognised as leaders in this area.We're passionate about creating a positive workplace culture that fosters creativity, collaboration, and innovation. We believe that a great workplace culture is essential for attracting and retaining great team members, and for achieving business success.Our award-winning culture is built on the foundations of o...
April 4, 20237 Productivity Hacks
When searching for productivity tips online, you'll find countless suggestions for doing more in your workday. However, the goal is not to cram more into your day, instead making the most of the time you have set aside for work, so you can have a fulfilling life outside of your business.In this post, we're talking about productivity hacks that can help you use your time more effectively and get more done. ...
March 22, 2023What's The Biggest Threat To The VA Industry?
While some argue that AI will enhance the capabilities of virtual assistants, others fear that it will replace them altogether. In this blog post, we'll explore why AI is the biggest threat to the VA industry. First, it's important to acknowledge the capabilities of AI. AI can schedule appointments, manage to-do lists, and even do payroll, all without human intervention. This means that businesses can save time and money by automating these tasks, which is a tempting prospect for many. ...
March 15, 2023What security questions should I ask my virtual assistant?
Have you thought about what kind of questions you need to ask your virtual assistant (VA) to ensure that your information stays secure? Think of it like this: A virtual assistant is an external team member, essentially a type of contractor, that is being given access to important information within your business. Things like email logins, Xero access, payroll information, and maybe even contracts and confidential documents. How do you ensure that this information stays safe fro...
March 9, 2023Just Give A Sh!t
As a business owner or team leader, one of your most important responsibilities is creating a positive workplace culture that fosters productivity, creativity, and teamwork. But how do you do that effectively? It’s simple… Just give a shit! It’s important to make your team members feel special and valued. Take the time to listen to their needs and concerns, remember important milestones like birthdays and work anniversaries, and get to know them on a personal level. In doing so, you let y...
February 23, 2023How do I set myself up for success with a virtual assistant?
First impressions matter! An email is one of the first ways many customers will interact with your business. Using your business's domain name in your email shows that your business is legit and increases trust in your brand. Avoid cheap email hosting as it'll make it harder for your VA to access your accounts. Instead, use platforms like Google Workspaces or Office 365, which are easy for your VA to access and manage. Trust me, it'll save you a lot of headaches in the long run! ...
February 16, 20233 Easy Things You Can Do To Foster A Great Culture
At Strictly Savvy, we understand the importance of a great workplace culture, and we're proud to have received the Supreme Award at the BSI Culture Excellence Awards for 2022, recognising our efforts in creating a supportive and enjoyable work environment. So, how can you create a positive workplace culture? Here's our top three tips: Make it fun! Having an outlet for fun helps keep the atmosphere relaxed and positive. We have an internal chat tool with a channel dedicated to hum...
February 8, 2023What's a CTA, and why does my website need one?
A call to action is usually a simple instructional text, such as “call now”, “find out more”, or “subscribe to our newsletter”. CTAs are an important way to engage your audience and encourage conversions. ...
February 3, 2023How do I get on top of my email inbox?
If you're reading this, your inbox is probably out of control. You might have thousands of emails that have been sitting there for months, or a backlog of subscription emails that you haven’t even looked at. So, where do you even start when your inbox is such a mess? Getting to inbox zero (and staying there) is going to take some work. You need to clear the backlog and then think about smart ways to reduce the clutter going forward.Here’s your step-by-step action plan: ...
January 19, 2023How do you build a business that runs without you?
On this episode of Get Savvy, we’re here to give you practical advice on getting your business to the point that point that it runs without you, while being successful and profitable. It’s important to keep in mind that this isn’t something that will happen overnight. But there are things that you can start doing today that will propel you towards that goal faster, and that’s what we’ll be covering today in detail. So, ask yourself the question, how ...
December 15, 2022What's a customer journey and why does my website need one?
What is a customer journey? A customer journey is any path that a customer takes as they navigate around your website. An ideal customer journey is the path that you want your customer to take. It’s an ideal customer journey that we'll be referring to in the rest of this article....
December 8, 2022Get Savvy Podcast Episode #1 - The trap that business owners fall into
On this episode of Get Savvy, we're talking about the trap that we see so many business owners fall into: Trying to be all of the things in your business. When you first start out in business, it is all you. You're going to do all the marketing, the sales, the delivery, the strategy, all the accounts, the admin, everything. You are all the things! But you’re spreading yourself too thin, and that can't go on forever. As humans, and as business owners, we can...
November 30, 2022Who are the best virtual assistant companies in New Zealand?
We've rounded up the top four VA agencies that you should consider while searching for a VA. While each of these agencies will be able to help you with your admin, bookkeeping and design tasks, they all offer specialty services as well.In no particular order:...
November 29, 2022Key issues we find in website audits
Having your website audited by an expert is the perfect place to start when you want to make improvements to your website's appearance and performance. You can learn more about what a website audit is, and what we look for here. Here's a list of the key issues we find when auditing a website: ...
November 23, 2022Addressing some common concerns about virtual assistants
If you're on the verge of taking the plunge but still have some reservations, we're here to help. Let's address some of the common concerns that we hear people have about hiring a VA. ...
November 14, 2022How do I get started with a graphic designer?
Will they understand my vision? Will I like what they create? How much information do I need to provide? The start of the design process can be a daunting one and involves sharing as much information as possible with your designer, to make sure that you're on the same page with a clear understanding of what's needed. Depending on what kind of project you're wanting to get started on (website, logo and branding, business cards or templates, etc.), the inf...
November 1, 2022What's a website audit?
The perfect first step is to have your website audited by an expert. But what exactly does this mean?...
October 27, 2022Should I hire an Employee or a Virtual Assistant?
You might be left wondering: Should you expand your team with an employee or a Virtual Assistant (VA)? ...
October 20, 2022NZ Virtual Assistant Award Winners!
We wanted to start by thanking The VA Foundry and Virtual Assistant Network New Zealand for their work to make this event happen, which brought together VAs from all over the country. We’re a tight-knit community and it was great to catch up with everyone face-to-face after COVID kept us apart last year! A huge thanks also goes out to our incredible team, who truly make Strictly Savvy what it is today. We wouldn’t be where we are without them, and the awards that we took ...
September 27, 2022How do I delegate my to-do list?
We hear this time and time again from people desperate to free up time in their day, but not sure where to start! It's normal to want to hold on to the things on your to-do list. Maybe you feel like you're the only one who can do it right, it would take too long to train someone new, or that someone else is going to take much longer to complete the task for you. Ultimately, handing things over to a VA or team member comes down to trust, training and communication. R...
September 9, 2022How much do Virtual Assistants charge?
If you've started looking for a Virtual Assistant (VA) to help you out, you've probably realised that within the industry, there are a huge range of options, each at a different price point. While the price of a virtual assistant can vary significantly, the more expensive option isn’t always the better one for you and your business. Let's break this down below. ...
August 4, 2022Work From Home Productivity Tips
Working from home at least some of the time is the new normal for a lot of people – but the added distractions of being in your own space can impact productivity and make it feel like you're struggling to keep on top of everything. Here are our top tips for staying productive when working from home: Stick to a schedule You may not be commuting to the office every morning, but you should still try and keep a regular work schedule. Without clearly defined start and finish times ...
May 24, 2022Email Marketing 101
We're here to give you a brief rundown on the ‘what, why and how’ of using your email list to boost your business. What is email marketing? To put it simply, email marketing uses your existing client list or those who have subscribed to updates from you, and allows you to contact them via email with news, products and promotions relating to your business. It's a highly efficient way to communicate (who doesn't have an email address?!), making it easy to stay in touch with l...
May 24, 20224 Signs it's Time to Hire a Virtual Assistant
More often than not it's the incremental shifts in how your business is running that add up to a feeling of overwhelm and stress. You might not have even considered that hiring a VA is an option for you. Here's our list of signs that it's time for a VA's assistance. ...
May 24, 202210 Unexpected Tasks You Could Delegate To A Virtual Assistant
You know those tasks that you do every day, that you've never delegated because you think it would take longer to teach someone than it would to just do it yourself? (hint: training a VA to take on these tasks will save you time in the long run!) We've all been there. It can take time to get into the swing of delegating your tasks to a VA, especially if you've been handling everything yourself up until now. Or, you might not be sure yet exactly what you could delegate, you just k...
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