Remote Work

Have you ever felt like you were just performing a role rather than thriving in it?  If that sounds familiar, we want you to know something: you’re not failing. You might just be in the wrong seat. In this post, we’re walking you through each component of GWC and why it’s important to get the […]

Nobody builds a disconnected team on purpose. That’s what makes it so easy to miss. You hire great people. You set up the tools. You keep communication moving. And still, something feels off. The work gets done, but the relationships never quite form. Remote work didn’t cause this problem, but it removed the conditions that […]

You thought you found the perfect hire. Great resume, strong references, impressive experience. Ninety days later, you’re dealing with missed deadlines, confused clients, and a team that’s walking on eggshells. The cost of that “perfect on paper” hire? More than you ever imagined. Every business owner faces the pressure to hire quickly, especially when you’re […]

Spring has sprung! While spring cleaning is a tradition usually meant for the home, we recommend you expand the tradition to include your workspace, too. Here are four work-related areas that could use some sprucing up at least once a year, and what better time to start than now? 1. Organize Your Emails – Yes, […]

Determined to make the most of 2022? VAUSA® recommends to our clients and assistants three common-sense strategies for accomplishing goals in the new year—or whenever you choose to create them. Let’s go! 1. Plan With Intention. The old adage “If you fail to plan, you plan to fail” remains a useful guide. Experts suggest writing […]

When donors or sponsors give to your cause, they want to know that every dollar is used effectively. At VAUSA we’ve seen firsthand how our assistants further the mission of their nonprofit clients by relieving them of repetitive work, improving internal and external communication, and increasing awareness of the organization’s mission.  Administrative Tasks While necessary, […]

The 21st century has really become the age of social media. Along with that comes social media marketing; from building your network, growing your client base, and advertising or selling a product – there are many considerations to fine-tuning the practice.  Keep reading for 3 tips for making your social media marketing efforts the most […]

Not everyone is content to live off of service member’s pay alone. Military spouses want to make money and many service members want to make additional income. People want a better quality of life and are willing to do the work to make more money but how do you do it? A growing path to […]

Trying to navigate a career as a military spouse is tough! But having your own thing is possible! In today’s episode, we chat with Mary Elaine Baker, a military spouse veteran who chose to leave her teaching career for a better work-life balance. She became a virtual assistant and eventually created VAUSA, a company that […]

Email is both an essential business tool and a burden if not actively managed. Left unattended, inboxes have a way of filling up with both important messages and spam. Oftentimes when clients come to us, they’ve completely given up on managing their email because it has gotten so full and disorganized that they don’t know […]