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VA Spotlight — Lindsey Linton

At Trusty Oak, we know that the right virtual assistant does more than manage your to-do list—they transform the way you work. Our mission is to pair driven...

VA Spotlight: Shauwana Glasgow — Executive Assistant & Communication Specialist

Meet Shauwana Glasgow—a talented remote VA, seasoned executive assistant, and communication specialist with a knack for Trello-driven productivity.

Love the Change: Why Virtual Assistants and Clients Should Embrace Growth & Open Conversations

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, efficiency, and VA skills help clients stay focused and inspired.

Client Spotlight—Ruth Calabrese

Executive leadership coach Ruth Calabrese shares how Trusty Oak VA Alisha Soukaseume helps her focus on coaching while managing operations seamlessly.

VA Spotlight — Damaris Rodriguez Chalkley

Meet Damaris Rodriguez Chalkley—a seasoned HR virtual assistant and operational support VA who excels in bookkeeping, process improvements, and streamlined workflows.

VA Spotlight — Madison Carter

At Trusty Oak, we specialize in matching busy professionals with talented virtual assistants dedicated to making life easier and more efficient. Our VAs help...

Client Spotlight—Amy Zaroff

Award-winning event producer Amy Zaroff shares how Trusty Oak VA Amanda Boyd provides essential operational support for her thriving events business.

VA Spotlight — Melissa Bravo-Almazan

At Trusty Oak, we specialize in matching busy professionals with talented virtual assistants dedicated to making life easier and more efficient. Our VAs help...

VA Spotlight — Evan Gemmel

At Trusty Oak, we specialize in matching busy professionals with talented virtual assistants dedicated to making life easier and more efficient. Our VAs help...

VA Spotlight — Danielle Evans

At Trusty Oak, we specialize in matching busy professionals with talented virtual assistants dedicated to making life easier and more efficient. Our VAs help...

The Gratitude Factor: Transform 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...

Supporting Mental Health Advocates: Virtual Assistants in the Wellness Sector

In today's society where stress, anxiety, and mental health obstacles are increasingly prevalent, mental health organizations play a vital role in navigating...

VA Spotlight — Sarah Johnson

At Trusty Oak, we specialize in matching busy professionals with talented virtual assistants who are dedicated to making life easier and more efficient. Our...

Client Spotlight—Scout Space

Space technology company Scout Space shares their three-year partnership with Trusty Oak, from startup support to scaling executive assistance.

VA Spotlight — Erica Sharpe

At Trusty Oak, we connect CEOs and business leaders with talented freelance virtual assistants from across the U.S. who are dedicated to enhancing productivity...

Client Spotlight—Julie Herres

GreenOak Accounting founder Julie Herres shares how Trusty Oak VA Tessa Buckley manages her inbox and calendar, enabling stress-free vacations.

VA Spotlight — Jenn Doyle

At Trusty Oak, we know that the right virtual assistant does more than just manage your to-do list—they transform the way you work. Our mission is to pair...

VA Spotlight — Allie Barnes

We believe that a virtual assistant should be more than just a support for administrative tasks—they should be a vital partner in driving your business...

VA Spotlight — Barakallah Owolabi

At Trusty Oak, we believe a virtual assistant should be much more than just a helping hand with admin tasks. That's why we connect CEOs and business leaders...

VA Spotlight — Tatum Conner

At Trusty Oak, we elevate the virtual assistant experience beyond mere administrative assistance. Our mission is to link entrepreneurs with highly skilled,...

Client Spotlight—Janice Nugent

Championing Financial Freedom Through Strategic Mortgage Planning

VA Spotlight — Amanda Boyd

Trusty Oak stands out not just as a virtual assistant agency but as a connector of talented freelance US-based virtual assistants with businesses in need. We...

Client Spotlight: Elizabeth Scott, PhD

Meet Trusty Oak Client, Elizabeth Scott, PhD, and Brighter Strategies, LLC!

VA Spotlight — Justin Weibel

Trusty Oak is more than a virtual assistant agency; we connect you with freelance US-based virtual assistants and help you learn to delegate effectively. Our...

Client Spotlight—Choir

Diversity-tech company Choir shares how Trusty Oak VAs support their mission to amplify underrepresented voices in tech, finance, and media.

VA Spotlight — Lauren Lyman

Trusty Oak is dedicated to providing exceptional support, empowering our clients to scale their businesses with ease. Our virtual assistants are trusted by...

Client Spotlight—Mastery Transcript Consortium®

Education nonprofit Mastery Transcript Consortium shares how three Trusty Oak VAs support their mission to transform student learning credentials.

VA Spotlight — Julie Murray

As the foremost virtual assistant agency in the United States, Trusty Oak is committed to delivering unparalleled support and empowering our clients to grow...

Client Spotlight—Sam Baker Consulting

E-commerce consultant Sam Baker shares how Trusty Oak VA Jackie Koenig handles admin and marketing tasks so she can focus on business strategy.

VA Spotlight — Cheryl Lynch

As the leading virtual assistant agency in the United States, Trusty Oak remains dedicated to providing unmatched assistance, enabling our clients to expand...

Client Spotlight—Courtney Stanley

Courtney Stanley is a globally recognized changemaker through her work as a keynote speaker, speaking coach, and creator/host of the podcast for women in...

Client Spotlight — Martin Global Leaders

Craig Martin and his team at Martin Global Leaders are based in the San Francisco Bay...

VA Spotlight — Dana Goldman

As the premier US-based virtual assistant agency, Trusty Oak is committed to delivering unparalleled support that empowers our clients to scale their...

VA Spotlight — Djeneé Dunn

At Trusty Oak, we specialize in connecting CEOs, entrepreneurs, and corporations with top-tier US-based virtual assistants. Recognizing the significance of...

Client Spotlight — Trama Consulting Group

Britt Trama is the founder of Trama Consulting Group a boutique consulting firm...

VA Spotlight - Alisha Soukaseume

At Trusty Oak, we excel at connecting CEOs, entrepreneurs, and corporations with top-tier US-based virtual assistants. We understand the value of time for busy...

Virtual Assistant Success: Building a Strong Client-VA Relationship

In today's digital age, virtual assistants VAs are the backbone of countless businesses. But what separates a good VA from a great one? As a virtual...

VA Spotlight - Nitin Khanna

At Trusty Oak, we proudly connect our clients with the nation's finest freelance virtual assistants. Our Executive and Marketing Virtual Assistants offer our...

VA Spotlight - Kristen Rattanamongkhoune

At Trusty Oak we pride ourselves in having a full roster of the best Us-based virtual assistants, ready to help you scale your business. By taking on the...

VA Spotlight — Jacqueline Koenig

Our main vision at Trusty Oak is to help our clients achieve success and scale their business by providing talented, US-based VAs to take on their...

VA Spotlight - Sakar Bhusal

Trusty Oak provides our clients with access to the country's top freelance virtual assistants. These Executive and Marketing Virtual Assistants provide our...

hmpsn studio Case Study: VA Success Story

After more than a decade working in the events industry, 2020' s pandemic curveball opened up a new world of opportunity for Josh Hampson. He had already been...

The Big List of Frequently Asked Virtual Assistant Questions, Answered

If you are new to the virtual assistant world, you are not alone! Whether you're looking into a career as a VA or wanting to hire one.

What It's Like to Recruit Virtual Assistants During the Great Resignation

What's it like to recruit for flexible, remote jobs during the great resignation?

Virtual Assistant: Not Just a Side Hustle, a Dream Gig

This time last year, I was preparing for what I believed to be the opportunity of a lifetime. I had a signed contract, and I would be journeying across the...

What Are Virtual Assistant Jobs Like? An Interview with Jamie Williams, VA

Wondering what it's like to be a virtual assistant or are you simply curious about what VAs can do for your business? Find out in this recent...

How a Virtual Assistant Can Help Executive Coaches: Werq Case Study

See how executive coaching firm Werq scaled operations with virtual assistant support. Case study covers admin tasks, HubSpot implementation, and team growth.

Marketing Support and Growth: Premier HR Solutions Case Study

Premier HR Solutions is a human resources and recruiting agency based near Austin, Texas with a unique service offering. Premier...

Peace of Mind and Time-Saving: Christensen Institute Case Study

The Clayton Christensen Institute is a nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank organization and leader in Disruptive Innovation,...

Exhausted and Lonely? There's a Better Way to Freelance

Tired of the freelance grind? Discover how Trusty Oak offers stability, collaboration, career growth, and client support without the downsides of solo freelancing.

Solopreneur, Meet Your Team: DOTomation Client Case Study

Karen Morgan, a Licensed Texas Professional Engineer Inactive, is a busy and highly-motivated solopreneur, owner of DOTomation...

So You Want to Be a Virtual Assistant: Now What?

Working from home, working from a coffee shop, working on my daughter' s mommy-and-me class, working from my phone: these all sound too good to be true, right?

More Hands on Deck: Cabéza Advertising Case Study

Texas-based advertising and marketing agency Cabéza Advertising was growing in 2017, taking new clients and expanding offerings.

ATX Web Designs Case Study: VA Partnership

In 2017, Austin-based ATX Web Designs was experiencing what every business owner wishes to experience: growth.

Top 5 Cities to Live and Work as a Virtual Assistant

The corporate wheel continues to be reinvented by culture-driven entrepreneurs and millennial job seekers.

Another Happy Marketing Client: Bake Austin Case Study

Pascal Simon is the owner and founder of Bake Austin a successful baking school and bakery,...

A Day in the Life of a Virtual Assistant

When you think of a virtual assistant, what do you imagine? There are plenty of myths out there about VAs, so you wouldn't be alone if you had misconceptions.

Client Spotlight: Austin Kids Can! Founder Donna Raskin

Donna Raskin is the founder of Austin Kids Can! a non-profit who's mission is to close the achievement gap for economically...

Virtual Assistant Jobs with Trusty Oak

It has been our experience that the biggest factor business owners consider in deciding to hire someone to support operational and administrative...

Three Ways to Say Yes to Success in Relationships

As virtual assistants, we know that building trusting relationships with clients is key to ensuring the success of our clients. We strive to build trust...

Virtual Assistant, Elisabeth Talks Purpose and Job Love

Trusty Oak virtual assistant, Elisabeth Chin formerly Elisabeth Kelso – very recently married! had the opportunity to sit down with "coworkers" at her...

Angel Touch Cleaning: Trusty Oak Client Case Study

A top competitor in the Colorado cleaning market for over 17 years, Angel Touch Cleaning is a family-owned and operated...

Trusty Oak is Hiring Marketing Assistants

As we head into the holiday season, business is picking up and we are looking for new assistants to join our team!

Praxent Founder & CEO, Tim Hamilton: Trusty Oak Client Case Study

Tim Hamilton is the CEO and founder of Praxent a rapidly growing software development firm in Austin, Texas. A high-achieving firm,...