Your most expensive employee is yourself.
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Why your last assistant didn't work out
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83 tasks for consulting firms to delegate
From admin to strategy, discover 83 tasks consultants delegate to fractional talent. Reclaim your time for high-value work that grows your business.
I delegated my 40th birthday trip planning
I delegated my 40th birthday Vegas trip to my VA: 15 guests, 4 days, zero stress. Why delegating personal projects works as well as business tasks.
Love the change: VAs and clients embrace growth
As professionals, we all know that change is inevitable in regards to business whether your company is restructuring or trying out new tools or strategies....
VA spotlight: Hasanna Garcia, Executive Assistant
Meet Hasanna Garcia, a highly organized executive Virtual Assistant (ClickUp VA) whose remote work skills help clients stay focused and inspired.
Reflections on 2024: gratitude and growth
As 2024 draws to a close, we at Trusty Oak reflect on a year of remarkable growth, collaborative partnerships, and profound gratitude. We've witnessed...
7 ways a VA can make your holidays stress-free
The holiday season is approaching faster than you can say pumpkin spice latte! Soon, the busyness of festivities, travel, and year-end deadlines will be in...
The gratitude factor in client-VA relationships
As a seasoned Virtual Assistant VA, I have worked with a decent number of clients from many different industries. Despite coming from various backgrounds and...
Communicating boundaries in freelance work
Have you ever wondered about the importance of boundaries? In sports, the boundaries define the areas within play and outside of it, as well as where certain...
10 favorite apps and tools for VAs
For business owners and executives looking for efficient ways to manage their workload, Trusty Oak offers the perfect solution by pairing them with skilled...
VAs: 3 tips for your kick-off with a new client
If you're anything like me then, you weren't always a Virtual Assistant. You were working not from...
Introverts: 4 habits for work-from-home balance
Working from home as an introvert isn't always the dream it sounds like. Four healthy habits to protect your energy, focus, and work-life balance.
Digital nomad tips: travel and work successfully
Essential tips for digital nomads on working while traveling. Covers WiFi solutions, time zone management, security best practices, and client expectations.
Digital security: you're doing it wrong
Essential digital security practices for remote workers: password managers, VPNs, protected messaging, and how to guard against cyber threats.
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