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Unhurried Leadership: How to Lead with Clarity and Purpose

Last month, we explored the idea that slowing down isn’t a barrier to success—it’s a catalyst. By stepping away

How Slowing Down Boosts Productivity and Enhances Your Quality of Life

In today’s fast-paced world, many entrepreneurs believe working harder and faster is the only way to succeed. But what

What Should You Budget for a Virtual Assistant? Comparing Options for Small Business Leaders

If you’ve done some research on hiring a human virtual assistant (VA), you may feel overwhelmed by the range

5 Signs You’re Ready to Hire a VA

Over the past nine years, I’ve had the privilege of running a VA agency and witnessing firsthand the transformative

Use This System to Fix Remote Team Communication Issues

In the fast-paced small business world, efficient and effective communication is paramount, particularly for small teams collaborating remotely with

5 Lessons in Delegation from the Incas: Building a Legacy through Collaboration

As someone who considers myself a skilled delegator, I am constantly looking for evidence of the powerful impacts of

Business Operating Systems and Virtual Assistants: A Winning Combination

From my personal journey of scaling my solo virtual assistant business to seven-figure revenues, I’ve experienced firsthand the transformative

Insights from Alt Summit: Unleashing the Power of Personal Branding in Your Business

Last month, I had the pleasure of attending my first Alt Summit, a conference tailored specifically for creative women

From Stress to Success: Practice Meditation to Build Resilience for Business Founders

As founders and business owners, resilience and a growth mindset are skills and qualities we must possess and protect

VA Spotlight — Melaina Hagerup

  At Trusty Oak, our primary goal is to support business owners in achieving success. We specialize in offering

Reduce VA Hiring Time with a Trust Bridge

If you have recently come to the realization that you need administrative support, chances are you are feeling a

16 Personal Tasks for Executives to Delegate to Assistants

Employing delegation to support the wellness and productivity of executives is not limited to only handing off business-focused tasks.