Spotlights (68 articles)
The 4 S's of Modern Business Success
Smaller, smarter, sustainable, scalable—why more business owners are skipping the traditional hire for fractional help and growing faster because of it.
How Women-Led Teams Thrive on Collective Strength
As someone who has worked in and with many organizations and has been led by men and women alike, I have noticed that there are significant differences in...
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 — EA & Comms
Meet Shauwana Glasgow—a talented remote VA, seasoned executive assistant, and communication specialist with a knack for Trello-driven productivity.
Client Spotlight—Julie Couret
Julie Couret, New Orleans business coach, shares how Trusty Oak VA Dana Goldman transformed her business with expert calendar and inbox management.
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.
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 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 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...
Supporting Mental Health Advocates: VA Case Study
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
VA Spotlight: Erica Sharpe — a US-based freelance virtual assistant helping CEOs and business leaders boost productivity through fractional support.
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
Meet Trusty Oak client Janice Nugent—how she champions financial freedom through strategic mortgage planning, and the VA support that lets her scale.
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 Elizabeth Scott, PhD of Brighter Strategies—how she partners with her Trusty Oak virtual assistant to scale her consulting practice without burning out.
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
Client Spotlight: Craig Martin and his team at Martin Global Leaders — a San Francisco Bay-area leadership firm scaling with Trusty Oak support.
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
Client Spotlight: Britt Trama, founder of Trama Consulting Group, on how a boutique consulting firm scales with fractional support from Trusty Oak.
VA Spotlight - Alisha Soukaseume
VA Spotlight: Alisha Soukaseume — a top-tier US-based virtual assistant helping CEOs and entrepreneurs reclaim time and focus on growth.
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 a decade in the events industry, the 2020 pandemic opened new opportunities for Josh Hampson — documentation, content, and executive support.
The Big List of Virtual Assistant FAQs
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.
Recruiting VAs During the Great Resignation
What it's actually like to recruit virtual assistants during the Great Resignation—what candidates want, what's changed, and how Trusty Oak hires for fit.
Virtual Assistant: Not 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?
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 VA Helps Executive Coaches: Werq Case
See how executive coaching firm Werq scaled operations with virtual assistant support. Case study covers admin tasks, HubSpot implementation, and team growth.
Premier HR Solutions: Marketing Case Study
How Premier HR Solutions, an Austin-area HR and recruiting agency, grew with marketing support from a Trusty Oak virtual assistant.
Christensen Institute: A Time-Saving Case Study
The Clayton Christensen Institute, a nonprofit think tank and leader in Disruptive Innovation, finds peace of mind through Trusty Oak support.
Exhausted and Lonely? A Better Way to Freelance
Tired of the freelance grind? See how Trusty Oak offers stability, collaboration, and career growth without the downsides of solo freelancing.
Solopreneur, Meet Your Team: DOTomation
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.
Bake Austin: Marketing Client 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!
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...
VA Elisabeth on 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's Tim Hamilton: 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,...