Top 10 Services You Can Outsource to a Virtual Assistant
Virtual assistants can change the way you run a business. From administrative tasks like appointment setting to more active roles such as social media management, a virtual assistant can handle almost any job they’re trained for.
Outsourcing some of your services to a VA will give you more free time and enable you to focus on growing your business. Figuring out which tasks to delegate can be tricky, however. So we’re giving you the top 10 services that your virtual assistant can start off with!
1. Email management and filtering
Stop wasting time on emails and let a virtual assistant take over. They can clean your inbox, sort out important emails, manage your contacts list, and set up filters and auto-responders. You can also ease them into the process of replying to some emails so you have less to worry about.
2. Digital marketing
There’s more than one way to reach potential customers online, and a VA who knows their way around digital marketing can help you tap into those avenues. They can create different strategies for reaching your target audience – whether it’s through social media, advertising, content marketing, or search engine optimisation.
3. Social media marketing and management
Social media requires specialisation, which some virtual assistants happen to have. VA’s who are skilled at social media management are able to set up accounts, update them, and interact with followers. The can also create ad campaigns, lead magnets, and posts which your audiences won’t be able to resist.
4. Database building
Client information is a valuable asset for most businesses. A virtual assistant can build and organise your client database manually or with the aid of a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system. They can also analyse your data so you can better understand your customers.
5. Graphic Design
Many virtual assistants specialise in Graphic design. They can create beautiful layouts which you can leverage throughout your business within print media, newspaper advertising, online advertising and spicing up your logo!
6. Remote PA
Hiring a virtual assistant is like having a remote Personal Assistant. When you’re too busy to stay on top of things, they can manage your schedule and book client appointments using calendar management tools. If you happen to travel a lot, they can also book flights and make hotel reservations in your behalf.
7. WordPress management
WordPress is a skill that many virtual assistants have trained in. Rachelle at Monnow Lane has worked in this industry for 12 years so is very highly skilled in Website Development and WordPress maintenance. Whether it be updating content, updating plugins, creating backups or completely rebuilding a website, Rachelle at Monnow Lane can help you.
8. Sales support
Maximise your sales by letting Monnow Lane talk to customers directly. You can have a dedicated team respond to inquiries while the rest send out quotes, process orders, and manage invoices.
9. Finding suppliers
Retail businesses and manufacturers need access to cheap but good quality products. A professional Virtual Assistant can help you find the best suppliers with the lowest prices.
10. Quote sourcing
Don’t know how to price your product or service? A virtual assistant can shop around and find the best trade price on the market for you. This will enable you to offer your customers a very competitive market price.
These are just a few of the services you can outsource to a virtual assistant. At the end of the day, it all boils down to knowing exactly what your business needs – and finding the virtual assistant with the skills and qualifications to meet them.
Contact Monnow Lane today to see how they can help you streamline your business and ultimately save you time and money.