Australian-based Vs Offshore Virtual Assistants

The last few years have seen the rise of the virtual assistant. A virtual assistant or VA provides various services to businesses from a remote location. What tasks does a virtual assistant do? A VA can handle many tasks including: Scheduling appointmentsManaging eventsAnswering phonesData entry When it comes to choosing a virtual assistant, you can … Continue reading Australian-based Vs Offshore Virtual Assistants

How System Integration Can Improve Efficiency

While people are the most important part of a business, so too are the systems required to run that business. Integrating the right systems in your business can improve efficiency and save costs. Different businesses have different needs and as such the number and type of systems required will differ from business to business. Some … Continue reading How System Integration Can Improve Efficiency

Self-care for Small Business Owners

Running your own business can be hectic. And if you’re juggling your business with parenthood and other commitments it’s possible you could start feeling overwhelmed and like there just aren’t enough hours in the day.   Business and family are important so it’s equally important that you take self-care seriously. Burning the candle at both … Continue reading Self-care for Small Business Owners

Juggling Motherhood and Business Ownership

Whether you’re a mother or a business owner, both roles are demanding. But what if you’re both? Many women juggle motherhood with business ownership and while it can be challenging, there are also many rewards and benefits to this. Being a mother and business owner can mean squeezing in time to work between parenting duties … Continue reading Juggling Motherhood and Business Ownership

What training and experience do I have?

When it comes to bringing someone into your business, it’s important to know about their skills and qualifications and if they will be a perfect match for you.  As the principal at Aspire Admin Services, I wanted to share with you some of my training and experience. 10 years’ experience I have almost 10 years’ … Continue reading What training and experience do I have?

FAQ: How do you maintain privacy between businesses?

In the current digital world, it’s now more important than ever to maintain privacy for your customers and clients. You are legally required to treat your customer’s personal information data respectfully and reasonably. This includes any information provided to you by your customers, from your website, email or any other platform. The best way to … Continue reading FAQ: How do you maintain privacy between businesses?

How do you know when you’re ready to start outsourcing?

This is such a powerful and scary question to ask: "when am I ready to start outsourcing?" But it is such an important question that can have a huge impact on your business. No time is the perfect time, but I have shared some signs that may indicate that you are ready to take that … Continue reading How do you know when you’re ready to start outsourcing?