Is a Virtual Assistant Right for My Business?

by Jim Hughes | Feb 19, 2026 | Boost Your Business, Things a Virtual Assistant Can Do For You

If you’ve been wondering whether it’s time to bring in extra support, here’s a simple way to look at it. A Virtual Assistant may be the right fit for your business if you: Feel constantly overworked and stretched thin Misses calls or emails because you’re busy...

How Long Does It Take to Get Started with a Virtual Assistant?

by Jim Hughes | Jan 28, 2026 | Be Overstaff and Under Budget, Boost Your Business, Things a Virtual Assistant Can Do For You

Short answer: not as long as most people think. For most businesses, getting started with a Virtual Assistant (VA) takes a few weeks, not months. The exact timeline depends on a few key factors, but with the right process in place, onboarding can be smooth, efficient,...

Missed Calls = Missed Money: Why Not Having Someone to Answer the Phone Is Hurting Your Business

by Jim Hughes | Nov 20, 2025 | Be Overstaff and Under Budget, Boost Your Business, Things a Virtual Assistant Can Do For You

…and how a yesVIRTUAL Assistant keeps your business running while you’re out doing the real work. If you’ve ever looked at your phone after a busy morning and seen five missed calls, three voicemails, and a text that says “Hi, following up again…” — then you already...

What Are Business Owners Using VAs For? Here’s the Real Scoop (Especially If You’re in Construction)

by Jim Hughes | Jul 7, 2025 | Things a Virtual Assistant Can Do For You, Virtual Assistant for Contruction Business

Let’s face it—running a business is basically juggling flaming swords while riding a unicycle… on a construction site… during a thunderstorm.And if you’re in the construction industry, that unicycle? It’s missing a wheel. You’ve got site schedules, permits, equipment...

Top 5 Skills You Should Look for in a Virtual Assistant (If You Want to Keep Your Sanity)

by Jim Hughes | Jun 26, 2025 | Boost Your Business, Things a Virtual Assistant Can Do For You

So, you’re thinking about hiring a Virtual Assistant. Great move. You’re finally ready to stop being the CEO, receptionist, bookkeeper, social media manager, and human Google Calendar—all rolled into one. But before you go handing over your inbox and to-do list,...

Why Medical Offices Need Virtual Assistants (And Not Just for Answering Phones)

by Jim Hughes | Jun 6, 2025 | Boost Your Business, Medical Virtual Assistants, Things a Virtual Assistant Can Do For You

If you run a medical practice, chances are your day is packed from the moment the first patient walks in. Between answering phones, managing appointments, dealing with billing, coordinating with insurance providers, and—oh right—actually seeing patients, it’s easy to...