In this article, we discuss the similarities and differences between Time etc and BELAY virtual assistant services, as well as how they differ from the remote executive assistant service we offer at Persona.
Good leaders know they can't do it all themselves. When you delegate, you free up your time so you can focus on what's most important to leading your business.
As a CEO, it's important to understand that you can't do everything yourself. Delegating tasks to an assistant can free up time for important responsibilities. An executive assistant can keep their CEO organized and help them to prioritize time effectively.
There are many staffing solutions on the market, and it’s often difficult for companies to figure out which staffing agency to use. This article discusses how to evaluate staffing agencies to determine which one will best meet your expectations and needs.
This article discusses the challenges of finding a great online executive assistant (EA), and how our service solves them for founders and executives that want to work with great talent.
Most articles on how to hire an administrative assistant offer very little substantive advice about how to execute each step of the hiring process successfully. In this article, we provide detailed and actionable advice on how to effectively hire a great administrative assistant.
In this article, we discuss the similarities and differences between Prialto and BELAY's virtual assistant services, as well as how they differ from the remote executive assistant service we offer at Persona.
In this article, we discuss the similarities and differences between Zirtual and Time etc virtual assistant services, as well as how they differ from the remote executive assistant service we offer at Persona.
Most virtual assistant services look very similar on the surface, and it’s often difficult to tell which one would be best for you. This article discusses Persona and what makes it different from other VA staffing services.
There are many executive assistant search firms on the market. This article discusses the key factors to consider when choosing a firm to get the best outcome for your business.
There are many executive assistant staffing agencies on the market. This article discusses the key factors to consider when choosing an agency to get the best assistant for you and your needs.
Recruiting is hard. Recruiting for startup roles is even harder.This is because startups require people who are adaptable, resilient, hard working, and great problem solvers. Finding people who have all these qualities is no easy task.
If you’re searching for third party admin support, it’s important to understand that there are two main options to choose from. This article discusses each to help you understand which is best for you.
The role of Chief of Staff is markedly different from the role of Executive Assistant. This article discusses the key differences to understand in order to choose the right option for your needs.
In this article, we discuss the similarities and differences between Zirtual and BELAY virtual assistant services, as well as how they differ from the remote executive assistant service we offer at Persona.
In this article, we share a template for creating an executive secretary job description. Then, we discuss 2 key mistakes to avoid as you progress through the hiring process (and why you should consider using "executive assistant" as your job title instead).
In this article, we share a template for creating an executive administrative assistant job description. Then, we discuss 3 key mistakes that companies make as they progress through the virtual assistant hiring process.
Over the last 4 years, we’ve spoken to many founders and executives who’ve had bad past experiences with online assistants. This article discusses 3 mistakes to avoid when hiring online assistants, and how to properly evaluate your options to make a great hire.
In this article, we share a template for creating a virtual executive assistant job description. Then, we discuss 3 key mistakes that companies make as they progress through the virtual assistant hiring process.
Outsourcing executive assistants to third party services can save companies and executives a lot of time from managing the hiring process on their own. But there are a number of different service options on the market. This article discusses the pros and cons of each to help you decide which is best for you.
Generic job descriptions fail to capture the interest and attention of the best executive assistant candidates. This article discusses how to write a description that stands out and attracts top talent.
Many people have bad experiences with virtual assistants. This article explains why, and shares the solution we've developed to offer executives world-class virtual assistants.
Most virtual executive assistant services don't share details of their hiring processes, so it's difficult to tell how thoroughly they vet their assistants. We do the opposite, sharing the details of our approach in this article.
An interview is a key step when hiring executive assistants but it's not sufficient on its own. This article discusses how to conduct interviews effectively, as well as deploy other tools necessary for finding great talent.
Finding an executive assistant who will thrive in a startup environment is more challenging than finding one who might be sufficient in other types of businesses. This article explains why and what to look for when hiring.
Executives in the midst of overwhelm often reach a point where they think they may need an executive assistant, but aren’t 100% sure if it’s the right time or the right fit. This article helps founders and executives think through and answer these questions.
Virtual assistant service companies list hundreds of tasks that they can do for clients. But which tasks are they actually a good fit for? This article discusses what VAs do, when it makes sense to use them, and when it doesn't.
In this article, we discuss the similarities and differences between BELAY and Boldly virtual assistant services, as well as how they differ from the remote executive assistant service we offer at Persona.
Over time, it's become more difficult to tell the differences between executive and virtual assistants. This article discusses why that is, which differences really matter for executives making this decision, and provides advice on how to choose the best option for you.
Many entrepreneurs who hire virtual assistants end up disappointed for one reason or another. This article explains why and share's advice on how to find the right assistant for you.
Over the last 4 years building our executive assistant service, we’ve learned that recruitment agencies are one of the worst options for outsourcing your executive assistant search. This article explains why and discusses how we've created a better alternative.
Most advice on how to get a job as an executive assistant leaves out a key factor that every candidate should consider. This post lays that out and provides deeper insights into how to choose the right company to work for based on your career goals.
What to look for in an executive assistant is only half the battle. Equally important is having ways to actually evaluate candidates based on those qualities. This article covers both.
Many people have bad experiences with remote executive assistants. This article explains why, and teaches you what to look for when hiring to find the right talent.
What an executive assistant does is absolutely dependent on who the assistant is, what their capabilities are, and what you need them to do. This post discusses the 3 qualities to look for in executive assistants that determine the range of things they can do.
Most executive assistant services use hiring processes that are ineffective at assessing candidates on the qualities that make great executive assistants. Learn why and the process we've built to solve this.
Most of the advice on how to decide between a personal assistant or an executive assistant fails to acknowledge key factors that executives should consider when making this decision. This article discusses what these are and offers advice on how to choose the best option for you.
Many people say that a focus on developing the right systems is the key to effectively using an executive assistant, but we think the people and services touting this approach are missing something crucial. This article explains why and lays out our perspective on what founders should really focus on instead.
This article discusses 4 drawbacks of hiring a virtual assistant for social media, and explains why many businesses would benefit more from hiring an in-house social media manager or an executive assistant who does social media management as a part of their job.
Most articles on how to hire an executive assistant focus on basic hiring steps like creating a job description and conducting an interview. This article provides more useful advice for executives, covering the 3 main options for hiring and the tradeoffs of each.
