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Delegation (72 articles)

83 Tasks for consulting firms to delegate (from solo practitioners to growing teams)

From admin to strategy, discover 83 tasks consultants delegate to fractional talent. Reclaim your time for high-value work that grows your business.

Don't Know What to Delegate? Ask This Instead

Ready to delegate but don't know where to start? These questions help business owners move from paralysis to clarity in their delegation decisions.

I Delegated My 40th Birthday Trip Planning

I delegated my 40th birthday Vegas trip planning to my VA—15 guests, 4 days, zero stress. Here's why delegating personal projects works just as well as business tasks.

We ditched two CRMs for one (and our admin specialist actually likes it)

We consolidated two CRMs into one with Attio. Here's what we learned about migration, automation, and why flexibility matters for small businesses.

How We Built a Knowledge Hub That Works

Learn how Trusty Oak uses Notion as "connective tissue" to organize our entire business, eliminate busywork, and make delegation effortless.

The 4 S's of Modern Business Success

Why more business owners are skipping the traditional hire—and thriving for it.

How to Get Noticed: Use AI for Clarity, a VA for Consistency

There’s no shortage of competition out there—no matter your industry or role. Whether you’re growing a business, navigating a career shift, or simply trying to...

AI and the Last Mile: Why Human Touch Wins

In the logistics world, there’s a concept known as “the last mile.” It refers to the final step of delivering a product to its destination—typically from a...

The 80% Rule: Why Letting Go Drives Growth

One of the most pivotal—and terrifying—moments in a small business owner’s journey is hiring their first team member. Whether it’s a full-time employee, a...

Collaboration that Fuels Small Business Success

Ever feel like your to-do list has a never-ending sequel? You start the day with big plans to grow your business, but between client work, marketing,...

Beyond the Hype: AI Collaboration Boosting Human Productivity

Explore how AI productivity tools and human-AI partnerships are reshaping efficiency and innovation in the workplace.

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....

Reimagine Your Workflows: How Small Adjustments Lead to Big Improvements

Workflows are the backbone of your business, influencing how tasks are executed and impacting every area of your operations. While their importance is widely...

Your Year of Mindful Self-Care: How to Flourish in 2025 and Beyond

We're already halfway through the first month of 2025, and I hope you've taken a moment to plan your self-care strategy for the year! As the calendar resets,...

Elevate Your New Year: How a Great Routine Fuels Lasting Productivity

Jump-starting your day can be tough for many people, and 2024 brought its fair share of challenges for professionals—myself included. Yet routine is the one...

How to Delegate Your Way to Success and Growth in 2025

At Trusty Oak, our values-driven model is focused on the benefits that arise from transparent communication, a shared interest in growth, and a spirit of...

Reflections on 2024: Gratitude, Growth, and Collaboration

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...

Unhurried Leadership: How to Lead with Clarity and Purpose

Last month, we explored the idea that slowing down isn't a barrier to success—it's a catalyst. By stepping away from the grind of hustle culture and embracing...

How Slowing Down Boosts Productivity

In today's fast-paced world, many entrepreneurs believe working harder and faster is the only way to succeed. But what if slowing down could actually boost...

Maintaining Trust and Communication During Your Busiest Season

In the final stretch of 2024, business owners are planning out tasks and goals for Q4 and gearing up for the holiday season. While crossing things off the...

Virtual Assistant Pricing: What to Budget

If you've done some research on hiring a human virtual assistant VA, you may feel overwhelmed by the range of options and price points available. From offshore...

Why Documenting SOPs is Essential for Business

It's 2 pm and you're hit with a mean craving for a warm, gooey chocolate chip cookie. You're feeling confident, you could wing it, and think you can pull some...

5 Signs You're Ready to Hire a VA

Over the past nine years, I've had the privilege of running a VA agency and witnessing firsthand the transformative power of effective delegation. Yet, I've...

5 Delegation Lessons from the Incas

As someone who considers myself a skilled delegator, I am constantly looking for evidence of the powerful impacts of effective delegation in everyday life....

Why Leaders Don't Delegate (And How to Fix It)

I have worked with Trusty Oak as a Virtual Assistant for over two years, and one of the most common issues that I see our clients struggle with is delegating...

Effective Leadership: Delegating to a #2 to stay #1

During a recent conversation with Bex Howell our Business Development Specialist, a client shared a profound insight:...

From Acorns to Oaks: Nurturing Communication in Client-VA Success

As a virtual assistant for over four years, I've been lucky to work with plenty of awesome clients. Let me just say, that what really makes the difference...

Scale Without Burnout: Building Your Team for Sustainable Growth

Insights shared by Trusty Oak's Business Development Specialist

Solving Business Pain Points: The VA Advantage

In today's fast-paced business environment, entrepreneurs and business owners are constantly juggling multiple responsibilities, from managing clients and...

Reduce VA Hiring Time with a Trust Bridge

If you have recently come to the realization that you need administrative support, chances are you are feeling a great sense of urgency to find and hire a...

16 Personal Tasks for Executives to Delegate to Assistants

Employing delegation to support the wellness and productivity of executives is not limited to only handing off business-focused tasks. Smart leaders look for...

Elevating Consulting Profits with Human Virtual Assistants

Many coaches and consultants exploring the opportunity to delegate lower-level tasks to a human virtual assistant may be asking, 'What's the ROI of hiring a...'

Leveraging Visibility for Growth: How to Use Your VA to Get Booked on Podcasts

Podcasts offer many opportunities for entrepreneurs and business leaders seeking to amplify their voice and brand, but navigating this landscape can be...

Using VAs in the Recruiting Process

With the September Surge in full swing...

How to Identify Pain Points & Weaknesses

Five practical tips to identify business pain points and weaknesses. Learn how to analyze struggles, gather customer feedback, and delegate effectively to your VA.

10 Unexpected Tasks to Delegate to Your VA

Unsure how to make the most of your virtual assistant? Despite common misconceptions, virtual assistants can offer a wide range of valuable services to help...

Asking for Feedback from Your Virtual Assistant

When you're in a partnership with a virtual assistant, there will be moments when you need clarity. You might be working on a project together, and you might...

The Secret to High Quality Talent on a Budget

The world is currently experiencing uncertain times with record-breaking weather and high inflation rates, leaving many people questioning what is happening....

8 Ways to Use Virtual Assistants for Authors and Speakers

Here at Trusty Oak, we have a special place in our hearts for authors who are often also speakers because we love learning and we believe reading is a critical...

I'm a Lawyer - Can a Virtual Assistant Work For Me?

If you have come across this article, you most likely were doing an internet search about getting help running your law firm. Especially if you are starting...

Utilizing Your VA to Their Maximum While You're at Your Minimum

As we careen towards the ever-busy, ever-stressful Holiday season that so rudely has snuck upon us again - let's talk about getting work done while you're...

How to Get More Done: Stop Letting These Two Excuses Hold You Back

Why is delegation one of the most challenging skills for leaders to master? There are two critical components of effective delegation: a competent delegatee...

5 Tips For Delegating Content Marketing to Your Virtual Assistant

At Trusty Oak we believe that we can all keep growing. That's why we offer a variety of webinars, blogs, and events for our...

What to Do if a Virtual Assistant Ghosts You

When working with a virtual assistant, you are delegating tasks to free up your time and carry on your business day without any worries. However, what if your...

Cracking the Code: How to Choose the Right Virtual Assistant Agency

We get it: you're stressed beyond belief, drowning in an inbox with 3,000 emails, double-booking yourself left and right. Welcome to the life of a small...

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...

Get Things Done by Partnering With Your Virtual Assistant

Being an entrepreneur/blog/entrepreneurs-self-care-burnout and small business owner is hard. In the past several years, millions of people have joined the...

Create a Monthly Marketing Plan With Your VA

At Trusty Oak, marketing services are one of the most requested areas where clients ask for support from virtual assistants.

Personal Tasks to Delegate to Your VA

Many of our clients at Trusty Oak delegate /blog/virtual-assistants-for-non-profitsprofessional and business-related tasks to their virtual assistants - from...

Virtual Assistants for Photographers: 5 Tasks to Delegate

Here at Trusty Oak we have well over a hundred active clients and are equipped to serve in a truly diverse variety of industries, but...

How Smart Leaders Onboard (and Retain) Virtual Assistants

If you're looking to onboard with a new virtual assistant/blog/why-hire-a-virtual-assistant, you're likely also looking for ways to make sure you do it right...

How to Hire a Virtual Assistant: Your Guide to Outsourcing and Delegating Virtually

For many entrepreneurs/blog/why-entrepreneurs-hate-asking-for-help, getting help is a tall order. Hiring someone to take on part of your workload can feel like...

7 Reasons to Hire a VA for Your Small Business

As a business owner, it goes without saying that your time is extremely precious. We all...

VAs Increase Accessibility for Disabled Entrepreneurs

Let's start off with one thing in mind: disabled people are uniquely poised to lead because of the difficulties they already face. They make great and...

6 Tasks to Delegate to Virtual Assistants for Non-Profits

Working in a non-profit means no two days are alike and important tasks can be pushed aside in order to take care of the more immediate needs of your clients...

Be a Beekeeper: How Non-Profits Can Fundraise During Covid-19

Nonprofit fundraising strategies during crisis. Learn donor engagement tactics, virtual events, peer-to-peer campaigns, and emergency audit planning for nonprofits.

How to Use Trello to Work With Your VA

Master Trello for remote collaboration with your virtual assistant. Learn boards, lists, cards, and how to streamline delegation and project management.

How to Delegate an Inbox with Gmail

Once you get to a certain place in a managerial role, your email inbox can become unbearably full. It's hard to handle all of your daily tasks as it is, and in...

Overworked and Unsure? There's a Better Way to Hire a Freelancer

Skip the hassle of hiring random freelancers. Learn how Trusty Oak provides vetted virtual assistants, diverse skill sets, and accountability for growing businesses.

4 Ways Virtual Assistants Can Help Turn Your Side Hustle Full-Time

Do you have a dream you work on after quitting time every day?

13 Tasks Busy Entrepreneurs Should Delegate

Close your eyes and picture this: you're on a beach somewhere far away from your phone, your computer, and your calendar. You're completely relaxed, some...

5 Holiday Gift Ideas for Your Virtual Assistant

There are many ways to show your Virtual Assistant you appreciate them this season._There are many ways to show your Virtual Assistant you appreciate them this...

5 Tasks a Virtual Assistant Can Do For Your Construction Company

Here at Trusty Oak, we have all kinds of clients, from authors/blog/8-ways-to-use-virtual-assistants-for-authors-and-speakers to agencies and coaches to...

Why Real Estate Agents Should Hire a Virtual Assistant

Before you say it... You CAN afford an assistant.

Are Virtual Assistants More Affordable Than Traditional Employees?

One of the main questions any business owner asks themselves before making a decision is 'Will this save me money?'

3 Growth-Driving Virtual Assistant Services for Financial Firms

As the entrepreneur at the head of a financial services firm, you're used to wearing many hats. On any given day, you may serve as a customer service...

Why Hire a Virtual Assistant?

Besides the plethora of tools that technology provides, it also allows for the opportunity to work with a virtual assistant. A virtual assistant is a...

7 Myths About Virtual Assistants

What a time to be alive: as technology advances, we're all hurtling at lightning speed toward a new economy and a new way of working. The eight-hour workday...

Need Extra Help During Tax Season? Hire a Bookkeeping VA!

If you are considering pulling your hair out right now, you may be a CPA during tax season. Each year, Certified Public Accountants have their busy season, and...