121. Unpacking the Differences You Need to Understand When Hiring an Assistant

Today, we're tackling the often-confusing world of hiring assistants for business growth. You've seen those tempting social media posts, but how do you do it right? First, let's clear up the virtual vs. actual administrative assistant confusion. Think of your business as an airplane: leadership is the engine, growth activities are the wings, and operations/HR/finance are the tail end keeping it all balanced. Like an airplane needs a clear roadmap, you need a clear plan for hiring.

Now, for virtual assistants, setting up the right systems is key. I'm sharing the tools I use for effective delegation, communication, and security. If you're wondering when the right time to hire an assistant is, I'm sharing my go-to advice. Never forget, that investing in your assistant's success, building a strong relationship, and providing context are all part of the journey. You should treat them as a strategic partner, not just a task-doer. Get ready to level up your business with this game-changing episode!

What you'll hear in this episode:

[0:00] When to hire an assistant in a business.

[4:25] Hiring an assistant for business growth.

[8:50] Setting up systems for virtual assistants.

[13:05] Hiring an executive assistant for business growth.

[17:35] Hiring an assistant for business growth and success.

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