The Trusty Oak Blog

Virtual Assistant, Elisabeth Talks Purpose and Job Love

Trusty Oak virtual assistant, Elisabeth Chin (formerly Elisabeth Kelso – very recently married!) had the opportunity to sit down with “coworkers” at her co-working space, Trailhead Boise in Boise, Idaho. If… Read more »

Got Grammar? Check Out our Favorite Writing Tool

Have you ever written something and submitted or sent it, only realizing afterward that your message contained an embarrassing typo or mistake? I certainly have, and the worst times are… Read more »

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Need Extra Help During Tax Season? Hire a Bookkeeping VA!

If you are considering pulling your hair out right now, you may be a CPA during tax season. Each year, Certified Public Accountants have their busy season, and we are… Read more »

2 Key Tips to Improve Your Communication

In January I shared with you “Three Ways to Build Rapport in Business Relationships.”  You’re thinking, “Okay. Now, how do I actually figure out what’s most important to me?”  Or, “I’m… Read more »

Three Ways to Build Rapport in Business Relationships

As virtual assistants we know that building trusting relationships with clients is key to ensuring everyone’s success. We strive to build trust through competence in our professional work and through… Read more »

Angel Touch Cleaning: Trusty Oak Client Case Study

A top competitor in the Colorado cleaning market  for over 17 years, Angel Touch Cleaning is a family-owned and operated business.  Corey and Natalie Nove have been the owners since… Read more »

Trusty Oak is Hiring Marketing Assistants

As we head into the holiday season, business is picking up and we are looking for new assistants to join our team! Do you know someone who would make an… Read more »

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How & Why Entrepreneurs Should Take Vacations

Several months ago, I was invited to attend a friend’s wedding in St. Lucia. I hesitated to book the trip because I already had another trip planned to NYC just one… Read more »

Top 3 iPhone Apps to Keep Your Day Productive

Technology is such a huge part of our lives. When we are not on our phone, we are on the computer and even have smartwatches! My iWatch is one of… Read more »

Praxent Founder & CEO, Tim Hamilton: Trusty Oak Client Case Study

Tim Hamilton is the CEO and founder of Praxent, a rapidly growing software development firm in Austin, Texas. A high-achieving firm, Praxent pushes the boundaries of innovation and customization with… Read more »

Welcome to the Trusty Oak Blog!

Whether you’ve ended up on our website because you are overwhelmed, overworked, or just overheard someone say “virtual assistant” and want to know what the fuss is about, we’re glad… Read more »

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