On Monday I started working with a personal trainer to help me meet my fitness goals. I know what I need to do to get in shape and be healthier, but I made the decision to hire a professional to give me the motivation and tools I need to actually do those things!
I realized this is not unlike an entrepreneur deciding to work with a Virtual Assistant.
As a small business owner, you have goals for your business that you probably know how to reach, but just don’t have the time or knowledge necessary to take the steps that must be taken to reach them. When you work with a Virtual Assistant, you have someone in your corner with a vested interest in seeing that you reach those goals and the professional know-how it takes to get you there.
Just like my personal trainer created a plan for me in accordance with my fitness goals, your Virtual Assistant can draft a plan in accordance to your business goals. In most cases, this VA can also do what needs to be done to get you there.
Most of us start our businesses intending to do everything it will take to make us even more successful, but life can get in the way and when we’re lucky enough to get very busy with clients and customers it becomes very difficult to do what it takes to reach higher levels of success. A Virtual Assistant will be there for you when this happens and s/he will ensure that you stay on track.
Just like my personal trainer was a sound investment in my physical health, a Virtual Assistant will be a sound investment in the long-term health of your business!
Jaime – This is the best summary of what a virtual assistant is all about that I have ever seen. I’ve been in the biz for a year and a half, and have read everything my eyeballs landed on,and this is the best. May I print it out to show to members of my local networking group? Will also post the link at Virtual Assistant Forums, though it’s probably already there.
Thank you so much! Good going!
Great analogy Jaime.
Excellent analgy, Jaime, and one that I will keep in mind myself. Thank you for sharing.
Jamie, this is a great analogy. You certainly have a way with words.
Excellent posting. Thank you for sharing with us. It is one of the best analogies I think I have seen in a long time. Rose-Anne Raies, A+ Virtual Assistant, Inc., West Palm Beach, Florida
Agreed, can be done only if you know how to use a Virtual Assistant well.