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The state of fatigue among Real Estate Professionals in 2021

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Experts have already observed that in 2021, there has been a “real estate profession fatigue” in the U.S. & Canada, which could result in more people feeling a breaking point upon their motivation as well as less effective agents.

 

 

Real estate professionals often work with a high amount of stress, and the hours are long. This has created an increase in cases of burnout. To help alleviate the stress and fatigue, many real estate professionals are looking for new ways to improve their education and careers.

With this blog post, we’re getting into what’s next for this industry: an article about why there need to be better business development resources for real estate professionals now. Specifically, we’ll be discussing the topic of how to create a better business development strategy for agents today so their days of working hard can become years of fruitful opportunities with high returns and benefits.

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Insights on 2021 real estate fatigue:

  • The agent workforce will continue to grow with a higher potential of burnout. The combination of low regulation, high demand, high stress, and low pay is a recipe for burnout. In order to reduce the number of agent burnouts, we need to make it easier for agents to learn the skills they need as well as deal with the issues they’re facing.
  • In 2021, we see more agents using technology in a more productive way. This will make them more efficient and effective at what they do. With this level of efficiency, they can spend more time on the things that matter most to them and still make money doing so.
  • Through improved business development services, agents will be able to build a solid client base and increase their revenue.

 

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  • Marketing — Highly skilled to increase lead flow, content, social media mastery, and search engine optimization.
  • Transaction Coordination — To improve paperwork flow, time, accuracy & speed.
  • Administrative — To take care of routine online tasks like info gathering & organizing.
  • Prospecting & Inside Sales — To increase your closing ratio by improving lead nurturing, response time, conversion & responsiveness rates. 

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The top 3 reasons why brokers & agents outsource their tasks:

  1. To save money.
  2. To have more time for themselves.
  3. To leverage business for better, consistent results. 

 

In fact, when our top-ranked REAL Trends, Fortune 500, & Inc. 5000 clients tapped us for virtual professional talent — they saved so much that they could afford to get more work done! They started with a ‘Double Your Business’ strategy consultation for a tailored growth plan. This season, we’re offering you the same ‘Double Your Business’ strategy consultation, absolutely FREE with no obligations. Map out a plan with a strategist to double your real estate business now.

 

See For Yourself: A Closer Look at Virtual Assistants

The popularity and acceptance of virtual assistants will grow over the next decade. It is estimated that, in 2020, 40% of the entire US task force are virtual professionals. Today’s use cases for these task-oriented professionals are vast. “Freelance virtual assistant services” will be one of the biggest industries in terms of employment and global revenue by the end of the decade.

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“Outsourcing makes the hustle better — because you’re not burdened with many/growing expenses that you’ll need to figure out how to cover and hit profit”

 

 

Focus on your growth & scale your operations

 

 

ENVISIONING OF A NEW REALITY FOR YOUR BUSINESS

 

Simply put, MyOutDesk equips entrepreneurs & business owners with tools, strategies, and virtual employees – and when combined, businesses have a competitive edge and find growth while efficient systems and processes are put in place.

MyOutDesk proudly provides additional free business growth guides, books, and strategy calls.

See what we are about, and schedule a free ‘Double Your Business’ strategy consultation with us. We’ll take the time to learn more about your business and offer solutions to foster top talent and lower operational costs for your company.

 

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MyOutDesk can save you up to 70% on employment costs
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Did You Know?  MyOutDesk’s origin story is set during the last global financial crisis of 2008. Yes, that’s right — our business started by scaling businesses with virtual assistants during a recession! Our first client in 2008 went from five to seventeen VAs with a completely revamped organizational model in short order, and he told MyOutDesk, “Our virtual professionals have shaved $250,000 off our monthly overhead.”

 

Do you have a real estate virtual assistant to pick up the pieces?

Agents will continue to need administrative assistance for business development and stronger foothold on market share. The increased fatigue has led to a demand for administrative assistants who can help with business development. These virtual assistants can help with the process of lead generation and data mining, but also customer service and social media campaigns. They can also help agents create a website and set up advertising, which cuts down on the time that it takes to build traffic. Plus, since it takes a lot of data to develop leads, it’s important for agents to have prospecting assistants who can help them with this. This will make their job easier when it comes to establishing relationships with businesses, and they’ll be able to get more business from this.

With the increased job fatigue, there will be a greater need for long-distance assistants and home office assistants. With some agents not wanting to work from home offices, this could become an essential way to get more help with administrative tasks. Even if an agent is working from their own home, there’s still a need for this type of assistant. A virtual assistant can help with customer service calls and emails to ensure that your customers are getting the information they need. They’ll also be responsible for helping you manage your social media presence from posting to responding quickly and efficiently in order to avoid customer complaints or negative comments. They will also create reports about how much money you have made in order to help you see if your efforts are working.

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The life of a manager with remote employees: Virtual assistant transforms businesses

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The internet has made it easier than ever to be your own boss. If you’re looking for an alternative career path, this article is for you. There are no more excuses for not managing your own tasks and projects. Whether you’re in the online marketing sphere, want to work from home while still getting the benefits of being on-site, or have experience managing remote staff in a different capacity, there’s a company out there waiting to have you as their remote employee! Remote work can be done from anywhere in the world and doesn’t have any major requirements that would stop someone from starting their career as a remote worker.

 

 

What business was like before virtual assistants (crazy busy!)

Businesses before hiring virtual assistants commonly faced the following with their teams:

1. Scaling was a real challenge, especially when the business was growing at an exponential rate.
2. Individual employees lacked focus and worked on multiple projects, wasting a lot of time. This led to delays in delivery time and high costs.
3. Communication and workflow was inefficient due to a lack of experienced individuals having to take care of all the administrative tasks manually leading to slow progress in growth for the business
4. Employees were not motivated to work because of their inability to advance professionally hence affecting their morale levels which again affected productivity adversely
5. Too much at once — there were multiple issues that were not being dealt with and proactively addressed leading to poor productivity as a result.
6. Poor communication within the team leading to lost time, inefficient job assignments, and delays in delivery.
7. Lack of predictable time for deliverables among the employees leading to low morale levels, slow progress, and sunk costs due to overspending on the wrong projects
8. Employees had a different skill set that was not being leveraged (more pressing priorities), resulting in waste of resources which again lead to lower morale and productivity levels with no ROI for the business.

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What business was like after virtual assistants (crazy efficient!):

Yikes, the list of reasons why this is a good thing is huge.

1. Hiring virtual assistants helped businesses scale up easily without issues and delays due to not being able to hire the right kind of people or having to do too much training for them.
2. Local employees’ higher focus on projects & assistants’ constant tasks completion led to more predictable delivery times, saving precious time for businesses from their side as well as the client’s side in line with project delivery dates.
3. Due to this new time freedom, employees become more motivated and hence have a higher level of productivity.
4. Tailor-made job assignments mean no longer stressed out over what to do next causing lower levels of employee absenteeism which lead to great ROI for the business
5. Involvement of virtual assistants resulted in an increase in sales and customer acquisition but also meant that the business was reaching out to a wider client base as a result of that which also meant more revenue.
6. Involvement of virtual assistants resulted in better consistency which meant businesses worked more efficiently day-to-day allowing them to achieve greater ROI by getting more done with less overhead costs.
7. Greater focus on “Making a difference” rather than “Just getting by” led to higher morale levels as well as spending less money on team building activities etc, again boosting ROI for the business.
8. Better defined process flow between the business and the employees led to less wastage of time in meetings so that more time was spent on the important projects giving way to a better ROI for business in line with project timelines.

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How Remote Work, well, works!

 

Obviously, as a manager of remote workers, a few adjustments were made. For one thing, it can be hard to stay in touch with employees who work remotely — to compensate for this lack of physical proximity, we rely on a variety of different tools to stay on the same page as each other:

  • Weekly meetings where we sync up face-to-face using Zoom or Google Hangouts.
  • Documentation for tasks and milestones in project management software like Trello or Asana.
  • Regular communication via email and project management software.

The tools that are mentioned above have all proven themselves to be helpful in different situations, but for the most part, we rely on these three: weekly calls, project management software, and email.

Every Friday, we have a weekly meeting where all of our employees join in on a call. We use this time to discuss what everyone’s working on, make sure everyone has gone over their weekly goals and is still headed in the right direction with their work, and check in as a team. During the call, we also take time to go over what we were working on the week before and what our plans are for that week. This meeting allows us to stay in touch but also makes sure that everyone is aligned with where they’re supposed to be headed. If an employee is falling behind or struggling with a task, this meeting gives us a chance to handle it right then and there.

In summary, virtual assistants transformed businesses on a global scale. They are helpful, dedicated, and very smart. There are many skills required when one is dealing with such individuals. Many competitive businesses experience bottom-line success when managing them!

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Things To Consider

Since not all virtual assistant providers are created equal, entrepreneurs & CEOs need to consider the right type of provider that would best serve their needs.

When you keep a growth mindset as a business professional, you’ll have a lot of opportunities to fix things and reap the benefits – and only a select few VA servicers can help strategize with you.

 

We specialize in:

  • marketing & sales development
  • general admin assistance & customer support
  • accounting & collection
  • prospecting & cold calling

 

 

 

Outpace the competition & scale your operations for 2021

ENVISIONING OF A NEW REALITY FOR YOUR BUSINESS

Simply put, MyOutDesk equips entrepreneurs & business owners with tools, strategies, and virtual employees – and when combined, businesses have a competitive edge and find growth while efficient systems and processes are put in place.

MyOutDesk proudly provides additional free business growth guides, books, and strategy calls.

See what we are about, and schedule a free consultation with us. We’ll take the time to learn more about your business and offer solutions to foster top talent and lower operational costs for your company.

 

Experience The Difference
MyOutDesk can save you up to 70% on employment costs
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Did You Know?  MyOutDesk’s origin story is set during the last global financial crisis of 2008. Yes, that’s right — our business started by scaling businesses with virtual assistants during a recession! Pioneers of virtual assistant services, our first client in 2008 went from five to seventeen VAs with a completely revamped organizational model in short order, and he told MyOutDesk, “Our virtual professionals have shaved $250,000 off our monthly overhead.”

 

 

 

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Skyslope CEO: Streamlined Business Solutions – Hiring a Virtual Assistant

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Tyler Smith is the founder of Skyslope — which recently sold to Fidelity National Financial (FNF) for 8-figures. In this podcast, he breaks down the exact formula for building a team.

  • How do you know when it’s the right time to hire someone?
  • At what point do you stop working FOR your business, so that you can work ON it?
  • How do you hire the right person and start building your team?

 

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It all begins with the realization that you need to hire people, but not just anybody, GOOD people who are talented and will have the motivation to keep the backstage area of your business in tip-top shape. You can hire someone who has a great personality and who will laugh at all your jokes but if they do not fill the need you have, then it would be pointless. Remember that when you have parts of your business that aren’t working well, it devalues the trust your clients have for you. 

 

 

Create a Plan

First, you need to know your numbers, know your goals, figure out how you want to get there and then strategically plan how you can get from step 1 to 10. Lay down a step-by-step plan for everything from marketing expenses to operational costs. By creating this, you can start building your business, including who you want to hire and for what specific role.

Hire for the Need and To the Need

Take a look at your business and find holes that need to be filled. What are the responsibilities that are falling to the wayside or are not up to snuff? Is your prospecting not as consistent as you would like? Is your transaction coordination paperwork messy? Are you neglecting your social media platforms? Figure out where your pain points are and find someone who has the skills that can alleviate that for you. A good rule of thumb is to hire your opposite, meaning, hire someone who is not like you. Someone who has an opposite set of skills and perspectives may be just the person to fill those gaps you have in your business. Determine what you need, define clear roles, find who would fit that role perfectly and decide what level of talent you want to buy.

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Make the Switch from Realtor to Business Owner

If you say you don’t have enough time then you need to hire someone. If you are saying you don’t have the money, you need to think about the value of hiring the right person will bring to your business. You have to give up the things that are holding you back from success. You have to learn to delegate the responsibilities in your business because the time that you get freed-up by delegating goes to generating more revenue. If you are doing $10 an hour work, you are telling yourself that that is what you are worth.

If you are saying that you don’t have the time to train a Virtual Assistant then you need to look at it this way. Training someone to be responsible for specific areas of your business is like making a compound investment.  Once you train someone on a certain responsibility, you will never have to do that yourself again, think of all the time you will have saved by taking the time to train someone.

 

 

See For Yourself: A Closer Look at Virtual Assistants

The popularity and acceptance of virtual assistants will grow over the next decade. It is estimated that, in 2020, 40% of the entire US task force are virtual professionals. Today’s use cases for these task-oriented professionals are vast. “Freelance virtual assistant services” will be one of the biggest industries in terms of employment and global revenue by the end of the decade.

[Up to 70% off: Virtual Assistants]

 

 

“Outsourcing makes the hustle better — because you’re not burdened with many/growing expenses that you’ll need to figure out how to cover and hit profit”

 

 

Focus on your growth & scale your operations

 

 

ENVISIONING OF A NEW REALITY FOR YOUR BUSINESS

 

Simply put, MyOutDesk equips entrepreneurs & business owners with tools, strategies, and virtual employees – and when combined, businesses have a competitive edge and find growth while efficient systems and processes are put in place.

MyOutDesk proudly provides additional free business growth guides, books, and strategy calls.

See what we are about, and schedule a free ‘Double Your Business’ strategy consultation with us. We’ll take the time to learn more about your business and offer solutions to foster top talent and lower operational costs for your company.

 

Experience The Difference
MyOutDesk can save you up to 70% on employment cost
Claim a free business strategy consultation & ‘Grow Virtual’ Guide

 

Did You Know?  MyOutDesk’s origin story is set during the last global financial crisis of 2008. Yes, that’s right — our business started by scaling businesses with virtual assistants during a recession! Our first client in 2008 went from five to seventeen VAs with a completely revamped organizational model in short order, and he told MyOutDesk, “Our virtual professionals have shaved $250,000 off our monthly overhead.”

 

 

Schedule a Double Your Business Growth Strategy Session, and we’ll discuss with you the EXACT formula Tyler Smith used to build his business.

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Realtor.com vs. Zillow: A Comparison

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In a world with numerous real estate websites and apps, how do you know which is best for you? You might be wondering if Realtor.com or Zillow is the more valuable tool for agents and brokers. This article will give you an overview of the two companies.

Realtor.com is a great place for agents and brokers to sell listings, find new clients, and build connections in the industry. It offers a host of resources including agent leads, video tours, real estate news, property information by ZIP code, mortgage rates by city/state/zip code–even several online radio channels to promote your business. However Realtor.com does not feature a free to use MLS search.

In contrast, Zillow is generally known for its user-friendly tools, including free MLS search. Having started out as a real estate valuation website, Zillow has expanded into the realm of allowing users to post reviews about individual agents and brokerages in the country. Their website features consumer and agent tools, home value estimates for specific homes, even home price forecasts down the line—all free of charge. Zillow does not list any agents or brokerages; rather the company uses third-party listings from active real estate agents and brokerages nationwide.

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Zillow

You could spend $20 to $60 per 1,000 impressions on impressions on Zillow. The site recommends spending at least 5,000 impressions per month. For every 100 impressions, you might have 1 person contact you and 4 of those contacts will convert. That comes to a cost of $100 per converted lead.

Realtor.com

Realtor.com features a similar program called Connections Plus that is for one year contracts.. In contrast to Zillow where buyers contact agents when they click on their profile right next to a listing, Realtor.com leads are gathered by buyers who click the “contact agent” button on the listing. Leads can come from free accounts or paid options, starting at around $25 per month. Prices are influenced by zip codes and market conditions.

 

 

Comparison

In order to get a better idea of what Realtor and Zillow have to offer realtors and landlords, let’s take a closer look at some key differences between both sites.

An important feature of Zillow is that it attracts the attention of more than just real estate agents. The company’s video tours are popular and many users are simply looking for a new home to buy or rent, regardless of whether or not the seller is a realtor. For this reason, Zillow has increased its market by drawing in people that may not have been interested in using services like Realtor.com, at least not yet

Realtor.com has been around for 15 years now, and it remains as one of the most popular real estate sites in the United States. The company’s website has a wealth of information, including more than 1,500-plus articles and thousands of videos that make learning about real estate easy and fun.

Zillow’s free MLS search is not as detailed as that of Realtor.com’s in-depth database search—but it does provide a useful tool for agents. Zillow’s search covers all cities across the country. Realtor.com offers a free search app that can be used on your phone. Additionally, Zillow also has a mobile website for users who are not looking to navigate their website on a computer.

Realtor.com and Zillow have the same MLS data coverage: the entire country is covered with both sites. However, Realtor.com offers more information for agents and brokers in their database. In addition to search results, Realtor.com also provides professional profiles of agents, including information such as how many years they’ve been in business and whether or not they are members of the National Association of Realtors (NAR).

Best way to leverage leads from both platforms

MyOutDesk offers proven, full-time real estate virtual assistants that can help you manage your Zillow leads and Realtor.com leads. We’ve had clients save thousands of dollars by outsourcing their lead management over to our assistants.

As advocates for independent real estate agents and brokers, we truly believe that both Realtor.com and Zillow can be beneficial tools for realtors in all markets, especially when marketing to potential home buyers on the internet.

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See For Yourself: A Closer Look at Virtual Assistants

The popularity and acceptance of virtual assistants will grow over the next decade. It is estimated that, in 2020, 40% of the entire US task force are virtual professionals. Today’s use cases for these task-oriented professionals are vast. “Freelance virtual assistant services” will be one of the biggest industries in terms of employment and global revenue by the end of the decade.

[Up to 70% off: Virtual Assistants]

 

 

“Outsourcing makes the hustle better — because you’re not burdened with many/growing expenses that you’ll need to figure out how to cover and hit profit”

 

 

Focus on your growth & scale your operations

 

 

ENVISIONING OF A NEW REALITY FOR YOUR BUSINESS

 

Simply put, MyOutDesk equips entrepreneurs & business owners with tools, strategies, and virtual employees – and when combined, businesses have a competitive edge and find growth while efficient systems and processes are put in place.

MyOutDesk proudly provides additional free business growth guides, books, and strategy calls.

See what we are about, and schedule a free ‘Double Your Business’ strategy consultation with us. We’ll take the time to learn more about your business and offer solutions to foster top talent and lower operational costs for your company.

 

Experience The Difference
MyOutDesk can save you up to 70% on employment cost
Claim a free business strategy consultation & ‘Grow Virtual’ Guide

 

Did You Know?  MyOutDesk’s origin story is set during the last global financial crisis of 2008. Yes, that’s right — our business started by scaling businesses with virtual assistants during a recession! Our first client in 2008 went from five to seventeen VAs with a completely revamped organizational model in short order, and he told MyOutDesk, “Our virtual professionals have shaved $250,000 off our monthly overhead.”

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Ideal marketing assistant qualifications — The CEO & Entrepreneur Think Hub

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If you’re a business owner, there’s a good chance that you’ve hired marketing assistants, graphic designers, and public relations consultants at some point in time. But have you ever considered what are the best qualifications for these positions?

To be clear, we’re interested in looking for the perfect candidate in two angles:

  1.  The ideal qualifications on a professional resume or job application.
  2. The qualities an individual might have to help them succeed as the PR or marketing assistant of an entrepreneur or CEO.

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The perfect marketing assistant needs a contagious passion for the field, an understanding of how to identify with clients’ needs, and a willingness to take initiative in order to find creative solutions. Let’s face it — we’re busy people!

This is why we’ve made this list of the ideal qualities for any marketing assistant candidate…

 

IDEAL MARKETING ASSISTANT QUALIFICATIONS (ON RESUME)

1. Experience

The best marketing assistant qualifications are the ones that show that you’ve had experience in the field. Some of the more valuable experience to look for include:
Attended a Marketing/PR/Communications bootcamp
Worked for a company that does similar work to yours (i.e. marketing, PR, or communications)
Studied PR or Marketing at college level (i.e: Journalism, Communication studies, etc.)

2. Communication skills

Communication skills are vital for any marketing assistant. They enable you to clearly convey your message to your client or employer, and also enable your clients and employers to understand the work you are doing. This is proven by requesting a sample portfolio during the vetting process.

3. Further Skills:

  • Problem Solving
  • Time & project management
  • Planning
  • Leadership
  • Salesmanship
  • Internet research
  • Public relations
  • Creativity &  graphic design
  • Writing & editing
  • Client Service

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IDEAL MARKETING ASSISTANT QUALITIES

1. The Candidate is a Self-Starter

We all appreciate having people around who are self-starters. It makes it easier for us to delegate work or advance projects when we know that an individual can take initiative and follow through without having to be micromanaged.

The ideal marketing assistant candidate will be someone with great follow through and strong initiative. They will not need someone constantly looking over their shoulder while they work. They should be able to reach out to clients and respond to their needs on their own, with little supervision from the CEO or entrepreneur in charge.

2. The Candidate is an Analytical Thinker

Entrepreneurs and CEOs lead busy lives and often can’t stop to analyze every issue in detail. That’s why they need a marketing assistant who has a knack for identifying problems and solutions because they might not come up with the answers on their own.

The ideal marketing assistant candidate will be able to translate information into useful solutions or action steps that help a business run more efficiently. They will be able to draw connections that others might miss, which will allow them to present ideas to the CEO or Entrepreneur that will have value for the company. This is the best skill for any marketing assistant candidate!

3. The Candidate is a Team Player

One of the best qualities that any marketing assistant could have is the ability to work as part of a team. This can be vital for those who know they will not be able to handle every aspect of marketing or PR themselves, choosing instead to focus on other aspects in order to grow their skills and gain experience.

The ideal marketing assistant candidate will be able to leverage their experiences gained from previous jobs or as interns, but will also be willing to listen and collaborate with others with different backgrounds and perspectives. This will help them build expertise in areas they might not be familiar with when starting out.

4. The Candidate is a Creative Problem Solver

Every business owner or CEO needs to identify challenges that need to be solved. Many times these will involve creative solutions, and the ideal marketing assistant candidate will be able to help with their best ideas. Entrepreneurs and CEOs love it when they identify a solution that presents opportunities for growth, so candidates who are interested in new ideas should make themselves known when encountering them.

The ideal marketing assistant candidate will also aggressively pursue innovative ideas in order to meet the needs of their clients and company. They might not come up with every idea on their own, but they should be willing to try out a variety of solutions until an effective one presents itself.

 

See For Yourself: A Closer Look at Virtual Assistants

The popularity and acceptance of virtual assistants will grow over the next decade. It is estimated that, in 2020, 40% of the entire US task force are virtual professionals. Today’s use cases for these task-oriented professionals are vast. “Freelance virtual assistant services” will be one of the biggest industries in terms of employment and global revenue by the end of the decade.

[Up to 70% off: Virtual Assistants]

 

 

“Outsourcing makes the hustle better — because you’re not burdened with many/growing expenses that you’ll need to figure out how to cover and hit profit”

 

 

Focus on your growth & scale your operations

 

 

ENVISIONING OF A NEW REALITY FOR YOUR BUSINESS

 

Simply put, MyOutDesk equips entrepreneurs & business owners with tools, strategies, and virtual employees – and when combined, businesses have a competitive edge and find growth while efficient systems and processes are put in place.

MyOutDesk proudly provides additional free business growth guides, books, and strategy calls.

See what we are about, and schedule a free ‘Double Your Business’ strategy consultation with us. We’ll take the time to learn more about your business and offer solutions to foster top talent and lower operational costs for your company.

 

Experience The Difference
MyOutDesk can save you up to 70% on employment cost
Claim a free business strategy consultation & ‘Grow Virtual’ Guide

 

Did You Know?  MyOutDesk’s origin story is set during the last global financial crisis of 2008. Yes, that’s right — our business started by scaling businesses with virtual assistants during a recession! Our first client in 2008 went from five to seventeen VAs with a completely revamped organizational model in short order, and he told MyOutDesk, “Our virtual professionals have shaved $250,000 off our monthly overhead.”

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Project Management Tools (Our Top Picks)

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When you have a project to create a strategy for your company — you know that before you can even get to the exciting part of execution, there are a few administrative tasks that need to be done first.

This is where Project Management software comes in handy. Tracking each step of your project can help ensure success. It also helps ensure deadlines are met by providing an overview of tasks and their deadlines so nothing falls through the cracks.

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So, what are some tools to help with project management?

1. JIRA Software

IntelliJ IDEA users may recognize this name as a popular and top-notch Java IDE written by Oracle. However, JIRA is not limited to Java Projects — it has the ability to manage most types of projects. And it is not only for programmers but also for non-programmers that need assistance managing their projects. It works by taking notes of issues and tasks from managers, assigning them dates and milestones, as well as tracking progress with an issue’s dependencies. It also manages various relationships between different teams who collaborate on one project (which includes sub-projects within your projects).

2. Basecamp

Basecamp is another popular project management tool where work is tracked from beginning to end including a variety of features such as the ability to see project priorities, interactions with other members of your team, progress through different tasks, and more.

3. Trello

Trello is very similar to Basecamp in terms of its features, but it has a lot more flexibility than Basecamp. For example it allows you to jump between different projects or even different customers’ projects without a lot of hassle. It also allows you to create lists for yourself and other members of your team. Sounds simple, but the simplicity is what makes it an effective tool.

4. Pivotal Tracker

Pivotal Tracker is a project management tool where it allows you to track tasks across the entire team, or individual tasks if you only need to focus on one area at a time. It also allows you to see the percentage of completion for each task and what stage the teams are in.

5. Asana

Asana is great for managing small projects that don’t require a lot of features. It allows you to comment on tasks, see the progress, and also view what each person is working on. Asana also provides your team with notifications when they are needed. I would recommend this tool for simple projects.

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Outsourced Virtual Assistants for Agile Project Management

Virtual assistants, also known as VAs, are expected to make an impact on projects by reducing waste and ensuring that the plans are executed swiftly.

To understand how it works, let us take an example of how a VA is utilized in agile project management. VAs help agile teams by tracking and sharing data on the progress of a project with one another. They enable team members to focus on delivering value rather than reporting data.

One of the top-rated virtual assistants for agile project management is MyOutDesk. Hire a full-time assistant who curates information at every stage of the development cycle to help team members execute their roles more efficiently. This enables them to deliver projects faster and at a lower cost, without sacrificing quality.

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Virtual assistants ensure that the right data is at the right time, which can be a challenge for agile teams. VAs also enable them to focus on growing their business by equipping them with top-quality project management tools and speeding up their project delivery time.

To learn more about MyOutDesk and how it helps organizations to improve performance, visit MyOutDesk‘s scale resources.

MyOutDesk is a leader in outsourced virtual assistants for agile projects. The company’s virtual assistants are proven professionals who complete projects quickly by following their client’s plans thoroughly. They are skilled professionals who can handle a wide variety of projects efficiently.

 

See For Yourself: A Closer Look at Virtual Assistants

The popularity and acceptance of virtual assistants will grow over the next decade. It is estimated that, in 2020, 40% of the entire US task force are virtual professionals. Today’s use cases for these task-oriented professionals are vast. “Freelance virtual assistant services” will be one of the biggest industries in terms of employment and global revenue by the end of the decade.

[Up to 70% off: Virtual Assistants]

 

 

“Outsourcing makes the hustle better — because you’re not burdened with many/growing expenses that you’ll need to figure out how to cover and hit profit”

 

 

Focus on your growth & scale your operations

 

 

ENVISIONING OF A NEW REALITY FOR YOUR BUSINESS

 

Simply put, MyOutDesk equips entrepreneurs & business owners with tools, strategies, and virtual employees – and when combined, businesses have a competitive edge and find growth while efficient systems and processes are put in place.

MyOutDesk proudly provides additional free business growth guides, books, and strategy calls.

See what we are about, and schedule a free ‘Double Your Business’ strategy consultation with us. We’ll take the time to learn more about your business and offer solutions to foster top talent and lower operational costs for your company.

 

Experience The Difference
MyOutDesk can save you up to 70% on employment cost
Claim a free business strategy consultation & ‘Grow Virtual’ Guide

 

Did You Know?  MyOutDesk’s origin story is set during the last global financial crisis of 2008. Yes, that’s right — our business started by scaling businesses with virtual assistants during a recession! Our first client in 2008 went from five to seventeen VAs with a completely revamped organizational model in short order, and he told MyOutDesk, “Our virtual professionals have shaved $250,000 off our monthly overhead.”

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Live answering service for real estate investing (Insider Scoop)

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Investors know that they need to do a great deal of diligent research if they hope to avoid buying a money pit. But who has time for all the things that go into properly vetting a potential property? It’s not just about doing your due diligence – you have to give your prospective realtor the opportunity to give you their best pitch. And then, once you find the perfect property, there are more mountains of work for you to climb. Finding an answering service for real estate investors is necessary in order for anyone interested in making money investing in real estate successfully.

 

Many people are not aware that this kind of service exists.

Many people are not aware that this kind of service exists. An answering service for real estate investors can do the work of an assistant or secretary for you, ensuring that you invest your time and energy into making actual money. You can pay someone to answer your messages from people who want to sell their property, or inquire about purchasing one of your properties. An answering service for real estate investors effectively finds the perfect property and even helps negotiate the best deal possible for you.

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Virtual Assistants for Real Estate Investors go beyond answering services

Duties include:

  • Setting a meeting: After reviewing your client’s request, the VA will set up a phone call or in-person meeting appointment.
  • Meeting follow-up: VAs follow up with the client after the meeting to ensure their questions have been answered and that they feel comfortable proceeding with the deal.
  • Document preparation: Virtual Assistants help with document preparation for titles, leases, etc. These documents are then sent to your attorney and are handled properly according to your state’s laws.
  • Continuous follow-up: Follow-up every step of the way. This includes everything from making sure deadlines are met and keeping you informed about any changes that might occur during the transaction process.
  • Process tracking: There are many legal documents to be filled out and filed in order to buy or sell a piece of property. Having someone who trained to know how and when to file each document can ensure that the buying and selling process runs smoothly. They can also help you decide whether all the paperwork is necessary or if you are paying for things you don’t need. After all, there’s no need to pay for services that aren’t going to benefit you in some way!
  • Communication: Real estate is an industry that relies heavily on communication skills. Even if you have friends or family members who are interested in buying your property, it is still nice to have a professional involved just so everything gets done right.

[Up to 70% off: Virtual Assistants]

 

Before you sign a deal on a property, it’s vital that you have all the facts in order. And that’s where an answering service for real estate investors comes into play. Potential buyers will call you with questions about the property, and your answering service will help you answer them. It’s important to make sure that you have a good working relationship with your answering service – if they don’t take the time to go over everything with you, your business can suffer.

If your real estate investments are a business in which you’re investing large amounts of money, as a veteran real estate developer/investor/broker/contractor, I recommend hiring someone who is trustworthy and reliable as an assistant. You don’t want to end up spending hours in front of your computer while someone else answers all of your questions and performs all of the tasks necessary to make certain that everything runs smoothly.

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See For Yourself: A Closer Look at Virtual Assistants

The popularity and acceptance of virtual assistants will grow over the next decade. It is estimated that, in 2020, 40% of the entire US task force are virtual professionals. Today’s use cases for these task-oriented professionals are vast. “Freelance virtual assistant services” will be one of the biggest industries in terms of employment and global revenue by the end of the decade.

[Up to 70% off: Virtual Assistants]

 

 

“Outsourcing makes the hustle better — because you’re not burdened with many/growing expenses that you’ll need to figure out how to cover and hit profit”

 

 

Focus on your growth & scale your operations

 

 

ENVISIONING OF A NEW REALITY FOR YOUR BUSINESS

 

Simply put, MyOutDesk equips entrepreneurs & business owners with tools, strategies, and virtual employees – and when combined, businesses have a competitive edge and find growth while efficient systems and processes are put in place.

MyOutDesk proudly provides additional free business growth guides, books, and strategy calls.

See what we are about, and schedule a free ‘Double Your Business’ strategy consultation with us. We’ll take the time to learn more about your business and offer solutions to foster top talent and lower operational costs for your company.

 

Experience The Difference
MyOutDesk can save you up to 70% on employment cost
Claim a free business strategy consultation & ‘Grow Virtual’ Guide

 

Did You Know?  MyOutDesk’s origin story is set during the last global financial crisis of 2008. Yes, that’s right — our business started by scaling businesses with virtual assistants during a recession! Our first client in 2008 went from five to seventeen VAs with a completely revamped organizational model in short order, and he told MyOutDesk, “Our virtual professionals have shaved $250,000 off our monthly overhead.”

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How to Hire a Sales Assistant

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Hiring a sales assistant can help your business close more deals and find more overall success. If you’re intrigued, find out more about sales assistants here.

 

How to Hire a Sales Assistant

When it comes to the success of your business, very few factors outweigh that of your sales ability.

No, we don’t mean your specific tactics and strategies. Let’s be real, you are a seasoned professional!

But you’re still just one person. Even if you have a team of salespeople, you probably missed your quota over the last few years (check out this Forbes study where over 57% of businesses missed their quotas as well).

Don’t make the same mistake again this fiscal year!

A sales assistant can help maximize your revenue and overall business success without any extra effort on your part. Read on to see how you can benefit from hiring a sales assistant today!

Why Hire a Virtual Sales Assistant?

Well, to be brief, you can’t afford to not hire one.

One of the most astonishing examples is Marvin Mitchell’s story (which you can read here). His virtual assistant earned his company over $43,000 in revenue… in only half an hour.

The math is simple: as a leader, the ability to delegate tasks to maintain the highest order of efficiency should be at the very top of your skillset. Virtual assistants can follow up on leads, distribute warm leads to sales staff, organize inventory, and essentially streamline any/all other basic tasks that eat away at your day.

Plus, they end up paying for themselves! Remember Mitchell? Well, that one client that his assistant landed made enough to pay for itself for a whole year… twice.

How Do I Get Started?

The facts speak for themselves, so hiring a virtual sales assistant should be the immediate next step for your business, and doing so couldn’t be more simple.

When creating a job posting for your desired position, it’s important to include specific descriptions of the requirements, and of your ideal candidate. This way, applicants won’t waste any time sharing their relevant experiences.

The interviewing stage is the most crucial. Gather several questions relating to the position that candidates must provide strong, clear answers to. Their answers should be confident and concise, proving they have enough credibility for the position.

Or, you could skip the lengthy application and interview process and go with a third-party service that matches you with your own assistant.

The industry leader by far right now is MyOutDesk (bonus: they’re who Mitchell used!). A virtual assistant through MyOutDesk will save you an average of 70% compared to hiring an in-person assistant, and you know that the help you’re receiving is top-notch.

All of their assistants are tenured, college-educated professionals with the latest expertise in fields such as publicity, marketing, sales, IT, project management, and more.

Just think of the time you’ll get back. Recently, businesses reported spending twenty hours per week on marketing. Your virtual assistant can do the same work in mere minutes.

Get Me Connected

Most business people waste their days completing mundane tasks that are mandatory for sales and exposure, yet boring and time-consuming. Don’t fall into that category any longer.

If you’re ready to boost your business with a virtual sales assistant, head over to MyOutDesk to compare plans and find the right one that fits your needs.

After saving their customers over $55 million last year alone, they’re ready and waiting to assist you.

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Net income formula (Look no further) – Bookkeeping Assistants

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This post shares a handful of fundamental formulas for bookkeeping. Better yet, we also introduce examples to catalyze and save time and money on bookkeeping operations for your business.

The formula for calculating the net income of a company is as follows:

Net Income = Revenue – Expenses – Tax

Revenue = Sales – Returns and Allowances

Expenses = Cost of Goods Sold, Selling, General and Administrative Costs, Depreciation and Amortization, Interest Expense, Other Expense (Including Losses/Gain from Disposition of Assets), Nonrecurring Gains/Losses from Discontinued Operations

Tax = Income Tax Rate × (Income – Exemptions) + Taxes on Investment Income + Taxes on Other Sources of Earnings

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How to Calculate Net Income (Formula and Examples)

Calculating and Subtracting Extra Expenses

Let’s take the example of a food company. The produce will be sold at a markup of 30 cents per pound. The selling, general, and administrative expenses will be $4 per pound sold, which amounts to approximately 32% of the cost of goods sold (CGS). The cost of goods sold is $7, and the company will have a gross profit of $3.

After recording the expenses and selling, general, and administrative expenses, we can subtract those amounts from the costs of goods sold to come up with net income. We can use a quick subtraction technique for this debit: Debit (D) – Expenses (E) – Cost of Goods (G) = Net Income.

In this example there will be no income tax to be deducted, so it is not necessary to calculate an income tax during the calculation process. Also, let’s assume that there are no withholding taxes on dividends or interest payments so it is not necessary to calculate any withholding taxes during this calculation process.

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Benefits of a Bookkeeping Assistant

The example above is a simple case involving only two types of expenses. In real life, a business might have to deal with a variety of expenses, and depending on the complexity of these calculations, the company might need a bookkeeping assistant for this process. The role of the bookkeeping assistant is to take care of the complicated calculations involved in businesses on behalf of the business owners. The bookkeeper will normally be trained in accounting procedures and techniques, including calculating taxes and filing tax returns.

 

Now affordable – Virtual Bookkeeping Assistants:

A full-time bookkeeping assistant can offer a range of financial services to businesses, including invoicing, data entry, and bank reconciliations. To get your business working properly while keeping your financial situation under control, consider hiring a dedicated, virtual bookkeeper who can help with bookkeeping duties from their home office.

More than a bookkeeping assistant:

Since you have your virtual assistant full-time, you can also offload other administrative tasks in your business to your virtual assistant. For example, some companies want to streamline their administrative process and do not feel comfortable delegating all the work to their staff. Sometimes keeping things simple is better. In this case, your virtual assistant will handle the administrative portion of these tasks and you will focus on sales, marketing, customer service and other business operations for your company.

If you are looking for a virtual assistant with a specific skill set or need bookkeeping assistant for your business, consider the #1 rated virtual assistant company, MyOutDesk.

[Up to 70% off: Virtual Assistants]

 

See For Yourself: A Closer Look at Virtual Assistants

The popularity and acceptance of virtual assistants will grow over the next decade. It is estimated that, in 2020, 40% of the entire US task force are virtual professionals. Today’s use cases for these task-oriented professionals are vast. “Freelance virtual assistant services” will be one of the biggest industries in terms of employment and global revenue by the end of the decade.

[Up to 70% off: Virtual Assistants]

 

 

“Outsourcing makes the hustle better — because you’re not burdened with many/growing expenses that you’ll need to figure out how to cover and hit profit”

 

 

Focus on your growth & scale your operations

 

 

ENVISIONING OF A NEW REALITY FOR YOUR BUSINESS

 

Simply put, MyOutDesk equips entrepreneurs & business owners with tools, strategies, and virtual employees – and when combined, businesses have a competitive edge and find growth while efficient systems and processes are put in place.

MyOutDesk proudly provides additional free business growth guides, books, and strategy calls.

See what we are about, and schedule a free ‘Double Your Business’ strategy consultation with us. We’ll take the time to learn more about your business and offer solutions to foster top talent and lower operational costs for your company.

 

Experience The Difference
MyOutDesk can save you up to 70% on employment cost
Claim a free business strategy consultation & ‘Grow Virtual’ Guide

 

Did You Know?  MyOutDesk’s origin story is set during the last global financial crisis of 2008. Yes, that’s right — our business started by scaling businesses with virtual assistants during a recession! Our first client in 2008 went from five to seventeen VAs with a completely revamped organizational model in short order, and he told MyOutDesk, “Our virtual professionals have shaved $250,000 off our monthly overhead.”

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Time Tracking for Virtual Assistant Services

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Offering virtual assistant services means that you have to find an efficient way to track your time. Learn more about time tracking here.

 

Time Tracking for Virtual Assistant Services

Virtual assistants can be an asset to both your company, but it’s hard to know how they’re using time when it’s all over the computer. That’s why time tracking tools are important—you can see how your virtual assistants are helping you and how much value you’re getting!

The Best Time Tracking Tool: MyTimeIn

MyTimeIn is founded by virtual assistant experts — a next-generation remote productivity platform that helps business owners and managers increase the overall productivity of remote employees.

This software provides a suite of tools that enable you to track time, monitor what your virtual assistants/employees are working on, track attendance, see screenshots of their workflow, and much more.

Clockify

Clockify is one of the best tools for time tracking for assistant services. It’s easy to use, and you can keep track of multiple projects at the same time. It’s completely free too, so you don’t have to worry about unexpected fees hiding around the corner after you’ve started using it.

The only downside to Clockify is that there is no way to do invoicing. However, you can create your own invoices with the billable hours from Clockify itself, making it fairly easy to work around.

Paymo

If you’re looking for a time tracking app that’s also a project management tool, then Paymo is a great option. If you choose to use Paymo, be prepared to learn how to use it—it’s not very easy.

For the free version, you can keep track of three different projects at the same time. However, there are paid upgrades if you enjoy them. Additionally, you can use Paymo for invoicing, making it a great option for an all-in-one assistant service tool.

Timecamp

If you’re looking for the most basic time tracking tool on the internet, then check out Timecamp. It’s easy to use, but you’re not going to be able to keep track of anything besides time with it.

For some virtual assistants, this is perfect. If you have your own way to send invoices and keep track of your projects, then this could be the perfect application for you.

Tsheets

If you want something that you can use from any kind of device, then Tsheets is the best option. You can use this from mobile devices or your laptop with full functionality.

This is also a pretty good tool all around. It has options for invoicing along with time tracking, alerts, and even reporting. The best part? All the features are free.

My Hours

If you’re looking for something that’s visually appealing to look for a simple way to clock your hours, then My Hours is great. You can use this time tracking tool to keep track of your projects as well.

The only downside to My Hours is that the invoicing feature costs extra money. However, some people enjoy the program more than the other free invoicing programs because of its clean design.

Want More Virtual Assistant Help?

Time tracking tools are just the start to programs that you’ll need as a virtual assistant. You can find even more information about how to be the best virtual assistant you can be on our blog. If you’re looking to hire a virtual assistant, then we can help! Feel free to contact us at any time.

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Upwork vs Fiverr: The 2021 Features & Benefits of Both Platforms

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When it comes to using Upwork & Fiverr, there’s a lot you need to know about both platforms. Here’s a quick guide to help you out.

 

Upwork vs Fiverr: The 2021 Features & Benefits of Both Platforms

Throughout the U.S., more than half of businesses have increased their use of freelancers over the last few years.

Are you looking for a freelancer to help with specific projects? Are you confused about the differences between freelance platforms like Upwork and Fiverr?

If you’re not sure which to choose between Upwork vs Fiverr, keep reading. Explained below is everything you need to know about both options.

What Is Upwork?

Upwork is a popular job site among the country’s 64 million-plus freelancers.

It’s is an easy-to-use platform for both freelancers who are listing their resumes and professionals who need to hire contractors. All you have to do is create an account, post job listings, and wait for applicants to reach out. You can also contact freelancers directly if you see someone who seems like a good fit.

Upwork Pros and Cons

Upwork has grown a lot since it was first launched, and it’s a heavily saturated platform. This is great for businesses because they have tons of contractors to choose from.

Upwork also verifies everyone who advertises their services on the site. They use a rating system, too, that helps you ensure you’re hiring someone qualified and competent.

Some users have complained about the interface and said that it’s frustrating to use. However, most people find a contractor on the platform without too much effort.

What Is Fiverr?

The basic premise of Fiverr is similar to Upwork. The main difference is pricing.

Fiverr started as a platform where freelancers could sell their services and complete projects for just $5. It’s changed over the years, though. Now, many contractors offer packages or different tiers of services to earn more than the $5 minimum per project.

Fiverr Pros and Cons

Generally speaking, it’s easy to figure out how to use Fiverr, whether you’re looking for an SEO specialist or a graphic designer.

Even though every seller listing their services uses a slightly different pricing model, the majority of people who look for freelancers on the platform access quality work for a fair price. Fiverr also has a fast, easy-to-use dispute resolution feature, so if there is a problem, it doesn’t take too long to address it.

Over the years, Fiverr has dropped a bit in popularity compared to sites like Upwork. This has to do, in part, with the low prices, which may attract scammers looking to make a quick buck.

To combat this issue, Fiverr displays ratings and reviews just like Upwork. If you do your due diligence, you’ll likely still find competent contractors using the platform.

Upwork vs Fiverr: Which Should You Choose?

Now that you know more about the Upwork vs Fiverr debate, which one seems like a better fit?

Are you still on the fence after reviewing the pros and cons of each platform? If so, don’t forget you can also check out MyOutDesk’s recruiting assistant.

If you’re looking to bring someone onto your team, from a content writer to a graphic designer, MyOutDesk recruiting assistants will help you find the perfect match in no time.

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Constant Contact and a Virtual Assistant: How to Get Started

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Do you plan on hiring a virtual assistant to help you out on Constant Contact? Here’s a guide for how to get started with your new assistant.

 

Constant Contact and a Virtual Assistant: How to Get Started

Constant Contact is a great business tool for small business owners, but only if you have the time and the know-how to get the most out of this platform.

If you don’t, you run the risk of investing in a tool that ends up as just another item on your massive task list.

Here’s an alternative idea for you. Hire a specialist Constant Contact virtual assistant to carry out all your critical tasks. In this article, we’ll outline a simple way to get started.

Review Your Most Labor-Intensive Tasks

Constant Contact is feature-rich, so there may be some aspects of email marketing that you want to stay under your control.

To take advantage of the full benefits of a virtual assistant, start by reviewing your most labor-intensive tasks in Constant Contacts, such as template creation. These are the obvious candidates to begin to delegate.

Create Admin Access in Constant Contact With the Right Permissions

Before hiring a virtual assistant, use the permissions settings in Constant Contact to set up the right amount of admin access for the tasks you want your assistant to complete.

Doing this upfront means you can maintain proper security over your email list at all times, even when hiring new people to help in your business.

Set up an Approval Process for Critical Tasks

Once you have admin access set up for your assistant, you need to decide what tasks you can delegate and which tasks need your approval. For example, you might want to approve emails before your assistant sends them to your list.

Create Clear Goals for Your Virtual Assistant

A useful tip when working with a virtual assistant for the first time is to create clear goals and tasks. That will help your assistant understand what you need and how they can best support you with your email marketing.

Find an Assistant With Experience in Constant Contact

All the leading mail marketing systems vary in system complexity and the types of functions they provide for your business.

If you need help with Constant Contact, make sure you seek an assistant with specific experience in that platform instead of someone with a generic email marketing background.

Challenge Your Virtual Assistant to Improve Your Processes

A virtual assistant can do more than complete your day-to-day tasks. By hiring a Constant Contact specialist, you can listen to their advice on how to improve your business processes within the platform.

Ask for Weekly Reporting

Don’t forget that Constant Contact has advanced reporting functionality. Make sure you ask your virtual assistant to provide weekly reporting to you.

Reporting will help you oversee your email marketing and keep tabs on what’s working. It will also allow you to look in more detail at the areas which need your immediate attention.

Hiring the Right Virtual Assistant

An experienced Constant Contact assistant will help you reach your business goals by taking some of the most critical email marketing tasks off your hands.

To get the most out of hiring a virtual assistant, let us guide you through the process. Book a strategy call with one of our experts to get tailored advice on how to support your growing business with virtual assistant services.

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Follow-up Boss and a Virtual Assistant: What You Need to Know

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Do you know how much your virtual assistant can do for you? Here’s why Follow-up Boss users are hiring virtual assistants to help them out.

 

Follow-up Boss and a Virtual Assistant: What You Need to Know

In the fast-paced world of modern real estate, there are dozens of tools on the market to help you track leads and clients and ultimately make sales.

Even with CRM programs like Follow-Up Boss, there is still a lot of mundane administrative work that you need to do to keep the real estate machine running.

But what if someone else could do that for you, freeing up time for the parts of your job that only you can do?

What is a Virtual Assistant?

A virtual assistant is exactly what it sounds like: a person who assists you with tasks remotely on a freelance basis. They are a flexible and affordable service for business professionals who need support.

Virtual assistant services can include traditional administrative tasks like calendar management and budget tracking, or they can offer support for tasks more specific to your industry.

The advantage to using a virtual assistant over in-house support staff is the flexibility. Virtual assistants can be more affordable than salaried employees because they’re paid hourly for specific tasks.

You can hire a virtual assistant for regular activities or temporary projects, based on your needs.

What is Follow-Up Boss?

Follow-Up Boss is a real estate customer relationship management service. It puts all the tools your office needs in one place. You can use it to manage the internal operations of your team and the client-facing aspects of your business.

In a single platform, Follow-Up Boss gives you information on your leads, clients, and engagement metrics as well as calendaring, phone operations,  and text & email services.

How a VA Can Make Follow-Up Boss Work for You

If you know how to use Follow-Up Boss, then you know it is designed to make your workflows more efficient. Combining the efficiency of Follow-Up Boss with the power of a virtual assistant can take your real estate business to the next level.

Administrative Tasks

Follow-Up Boss has administrative features like calendar and appointment tracking, batch emailing, and phone management. With all of this information already in one place, a virtual assistant could easily manage your office’s logistics remotely.

Communication & Reviews

Communication with clients can be tricky when the clients are juggling as many responsibilities as you are. A virtual assistant can use Follow-Up Boss to send emails for you to keep things moving.

After you’ve done the hard work of getting your client into the perfect property, it’s time to do the harder work of getting them to share a review.

A virtual assistant could use Follow-Up Boss’s phone features to follow up with clients to request reviews.

Making Your Follow-Up Count

Knowing how to use Follow-Up Boss can help you manage your real estate business. Hiring a virtual assistant to use Follow-Up Boss for you can do that while also letting you focus on your clients.

Schedule a free consultation today to find out more about how a virtual assistant can help you make the most of your valuable time.

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How Do You Benefit From Using a Virtual Assistant With Skyslope?

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There are lots of ways to benefit from having a virtual assistant. If you use Skyslope regularly, here’s why you need one.

 

How Do You Benefit From Using a Virtual Assistant With Skyslope?

If like tens of thousands of real estate brokers across the US, you are a user of SkySlope, you can benefit from virtual assistant services. A virtual assistant can help you streamline your real estate processes, such as auditing, compliance, signing contracts, and customer service.

SkySlope is now an industry standard across the real estate sector, thanks to its all-in-one document automation and organization platforms. However, this does not mean that the time-consuming admin work of being a broker is removed from the equation. If you are in need of Skyslope help, a virtual assistant can provide it. Read on to find out how you can benefit from using a virtual assistant with SkySlope.

1. Get the SkySlope Analytics You Need

One of the most important features of SkySlope for real estate brokers is the real-time analytics platform, which provides hundreds of different data points across a vast interface. For many, this can be overwhelming, especially when you are being bombarded with information that is not relevant to you or to the growth of your brokerage.

With a virtual assistant that knows how to use SkySlope, you can ensure that you only get the analytics that you need to know. This, in turn, will empower you to make the kinds of data-driven decisions that will help your business thrive.

2. Facilitate SkySlope Integration Quickly

One of the main appeals of SkySlope is that it has a staggering number of integration partners. SkySlope can be quickly and efficiently integrated with Google Mail, iBroker, Google Maps, iOS, Zipi, and Upstream, to name just a few. However, actually achieving seamless integration so that SkySlope can power all of your business processes is easier said than done.

With a virtual assistant, you can ensure that they will integrate SkySlope with the platforms that you actually use to ensure that you save time and resources while getting the best possible results.

3. Keep Your SkySlope Auditing Relevant

SkySlope saves realtors time with its document review and auditing tools. These tools use AI and machine learning to flag up any potential problems or contingencies in documents such as contracts and MOUs, saving you time in the process. However, even with these tools, you still need to review your documents in person before signing and clearing them.

With a virtual assistant that understands SkySlope, you can put the review and auditing process in their hands, ensuring that all of your SkySlope auditings are relevant and accurate.

4. Save Time and Focus on Selling Houses

When asking what is a virtual assistant for, the answer is that they save you time, money, and resources. A real estate virtual assistant will take all of the time-consuming but necessary admin work out of your hands and ensure that your brokerage remains compliant and effective.

This leaves you with the resources and time you need to focus on what matters: selling houses and keeping your customers happy. With a virtual assistant for SkySlope, you can streamline every aspect of your business processes to create a more agile real estate firm.

Hire a Qualified SkySlope Virtual Assistant Today

If you are ready to hire a qualified virtual assistant to help with SkySlope, you have come to the right place. To find out more about the expert virtual assistants we can offer and to inquire about pricing, do not hesitate to get in touch today.

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Why You Need a Virtual Assistant for Dotloop

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Did you know you could hire a virtual assistant to help you out with Dotloop? Here’s why you should consider hiring one.

 

Why You Need a Virtual Assistant for Dotloop

If the 2021 post-pandemic world is anything, it’s a world of uncertainty.

For real estate professionals, this leaves you with the difficult question of how to grow your business this year.

Growing a real estate business means investing in it. So what’s the most sure-fire way to invest in your real estate business this year and get a great return on that investment?

One of the most tried-and-tested strategies is to hire the right support to help you. If you use Dotloop, getting a virtual assistant can save you time and money and bring you a great return on your investment. Here’s why.

Reduce Your Learning Curve

If you are relatively new to using Dotloop, the large number of features can be overwhelming.

To get the most out of the platform, you need to learn how the system works to help you decide which functions you need. After all, you don’t want to fall into the trap of paying for a system that you aren’t fully using.

Hiring a virtual assistant with Dotloop experience means that you don’t have to spend weeks getting to know all the functionality. You can use outside expertise to reduce your learning curve and start getting immediate benefits.

Ditch The Admin And Focus On Your Clients

There is a finite number of hours in the day and only one of you. To grow your business, you need to spend as many hours as you can on the tasks that will bring you sales and maximize your profit.

Any support role in your business can ease the responsibilities on your task list each day. When it comes to administration work, this is the perfect example of a task that you’d be smart to delegate.

Getting a virtual assistant to manage the administration in Dotloop and oversee client contracts means you can keep everything ticking over without your active involvement.

Get Efficient With Business Processes

Are you running your business as efficiently as you could be? Setting up efficient business processes to manage your business can save you time and money and lead to happier customers.

A specialist Dotloop virtual assistant can help streamline your business processes to support your business and improve your profit and customer satisfaction.

Dotloop will help ensure the administration and contractual aspects are working smoothly. A virtual assistant can oversee this by setting up the correct processes in Dotloop and promptly completing the most critical business tasks.

Dotloop includes an audit trail so you can always track your transactions, even when someone else is overseeing them on a day-to-day basis.

A Virtual Assistant For Dotloop Is A Smart Growth Tactic

If you want a growing real estate business that is professional, efficient, and profitable, getting the right outside help with a Dotloop virtual assistant is a big step towards that goal.

Take action today by requesting a free consultation with MyOutDesk. We can work with you to discuss the type of virtual support you need for your business and help you source the perfect specialist for your business.

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Docusign and a Virtual Assistant: 5 Ways to Make Docusign Even Easier

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Have you ever considered hiring a virtual assistant to help you out with DocuSign? Here’s why you should consider hiring one today.

 

DocuSign and a Virtual Assistant: 5 Ways to Make Docusign Even Easier

Has your business boomed lately? Modern technology makes the workday easier than ever, but managing all that technology can be challenging.

That’s why you shouldn’t hesitate in hiring a virtual assistant. A virtual assistant who is well-versed in DocuSign can be an enormous help.

Focus your energy on expanding your business. Read on for five reasons why a virtual assistant can make utilizing DocuSign even easier.

1. Prepare Documents for DocuSign

You’re busy negotiating contracts and hammering out details on business agreements. Putting these documents together can take up your valuable time.

A virtual assistant can assist in preparing documents for DocuSign. From finishing up contracts and business agreements to filling out preliminary information, a virtual assistant focuses on the little details that may slip by you as you focus on the big picture.

A virtual assistant who is well-trained in using DocuSign is a great help if you’re unfamiliar with the program. This assistance makes it much easier to focus on running your business.

2. Coordinate Signatures

Nothing holds up progress like waiting on signatures.

Virtual assistant services are the perfect solution to getting all those contracts and authorizations signed, sealed, and delivered. A DocuSign-versed assistant has experience in prepping documents, but also getting those documents signed.

Having an additional person on staff, regardless of whether they’re in the office or not, is a massive help in ensuring those small but critical tasks, like signatures, are completed.

3. Handles Quick Turnaround Time

An additional person on your team means it’s easier than ever to ensure tasks are being completed quickly.

And with a variety of remote roles available through virtual assistant services, getting your DocuSign documents taken care of is no problem at all.

A virtual assistant can handle sending out documents and following up on unsigned paperwork. An expert DocuSign user picks up on all those signatures that need to be completed, as well as appropriately filing completed documents with the appropriate accounts.

4. Leads on DocuSign Software Integration

You have used DocuSign in the past. Whether you’ve utilized it with your clients or used the program yourself, you’ve certainly come across the program.

But if you aren’t a DocuSign expert, ensuring that the program is integrating with other programs you already use may seem like a daunting task. That’s where a virtual assistant comes in.

A DocuSign expert can lead your company in integrating DocuSign with other programs, making your business run more efficiently.

5. Create Digital Audit Trail

There’s nothing more important than a clear trail of data. A DocuSign-trained assistant creates a trail of data in cloud-based programs, making it incredibly easy to pull information when needed.

And if any contract or authorization is ever questioned, your clear data trail makes it easy to present your case.

Virtual Assistants Make Work Easier

If you’re overwhelmed by work and your DocuSign needs are piling up, a good virtual assistant is just what you need. Contact us today for the perfect virtual assistant services.

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Mailchimp and a Virtual Assistant: 5 Ways They Can Help

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Are you tired of managing your Mailchimp account on your own? Here’s why you need a virtual assistant to help you out in 2021.

 

Mailchimp and a Virtual Assistant: 5 Ways They Can Help

In today’s market, improving productivity is key to staying competitive. One way you to do this is through automation.

One aspect of your business you can automate is email marketing. Growing your email list and connecting with clients and customers is essential in building your business. While Mailchimp is an excellent and easy-to-use service, you can maximize it by using a virtual assistant.

A virtual assistant has the expertise to handle the tasks you delegate. As an executive or professional, you can have more use of your time other than handling your growing volume of mail. Read on to discover how a virtual assistant can help you.

1. A Virtual Assistant Can Manage Email Flow

Virtual assistants have a deep understanding of email marketing software. As such, they can plan content and tasks and integrate the systems. Virtual assistants can make big improvements to the processes.

Assistants can plan the email sequence for launch campaigns. Virtual assistants can test email delivery and impact. They can also track the interactions made with emails.

They can also upload email addresses and other details, saving you from manually updating your database.

2. Creating Templates

A good email template is crucial to make a great impression on your contacts. Virtual assistants have enough know-how to choose the right communication format across platforms. This means you can source attractive and relatable templates from your virtual assistant.

They’re also capable of crafting the most appropriate messages. Those with copywriting capabilities can align their text with your brand and strategy. If you want to spice up your mail with visuals, virtual assistants can create simple and attractive graphics to break up blocks of text.

3. Automated Mail

With virtual assistants, you can delegate tedious email marketing tasks and shorten your work. This can include purchase follow-ups, surveys, or welcome series.

They can set up email schedules that incorporate the timelines and criteria of your business. Automating your email marketing alone means a big improvement in productivity. You can devote your expertise, effort, and time to other tasks.

4. Handle Supportive Tasks

You don’t need to worry about how to use Mailchimp if you have a virtual assistant. They handle everything from start to finish, including the project management space and making edits. This can include proofreading newsletter texts from clients and making corrections.

Other tasks a virtual assistant can handle include helping in the assessment of newsletter design. Assistants consider aspects like headings, bullets, spacing, and sourcing images and links.

Another benefit is covering product promotions, events, and services. Virtual assistants can make tests and automate the forwarding of mail.

5. Give Performance Reports

When you use virtual assistants, they’ll have access to every aspect of the email marketing campaign. This means they can extract important data and give you insight.

Besides tracking email engagements, they can provide analysis as well. This can help you with optimizing conversion rates and managing your online reputation.

Use a Virtual Assistant With Mailchimp

Virtual assistants are powerful tools. Letting them handle your Mailchimp email service can do wonders for improving productivity. They can be the key to boosting your business’ performance.

If you want to know more about how a virtual assistant can work for your business, contact us today! We can walk you through the process of optimizing your business.

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Virtual Assistants and QuickBooks: A Step by Step Guide for 2021

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Can a virtual assistant do your bookkeeping? If you use QuickBooks, here’s why you need to have a virtual assistant there to help you out.

 

Virtual Assistants and QuickBooks: A Step by Step Guide for 2021

Did you know that the global intelligent virtual assistant market is at $3.7 billion?

It’s undeniable that virtual assistants are on the rise, especially now when most companies operate online. If you want a competitive edge, you must get virtual assistant services.

Another way for you to have the edge is by using QuickBooks in your company. It’s a great program that can make bookkeeping easier.

This guide can help you coordinate with a virtual assistant for bookkeeping. Read on and learn how they can benefit your productivity.

Maintain Financial Records

A bookkeeping virtual assistant armed with QuickBooks can handle the most tedious tasks. It prevents your business from losing productivity. They can convert your daily expenses into something easy to understand and manage.

Bill Payment and Invoice Generation

Virtual assistants make paying bills easy. They’re trained and qualified to do various accounting tasks. It ranges from bills to payment collection or invoice generation.

Your virtual assistant helps you keep track by reporting requirements and tracking returns. You need not even worry about payment follow-ups. They will track dues and ensure it’s never a problem.

Payroll Management

This tedious task becomes a walk in the park with a virtual assistant. They will send weekly reports and help you throughout the payment process. Regardless of your business size, you must prioritize payroll management.

What’s great is that many virtual assistants can help you with the organization of different aspects of your business. This is why a lot of virtual assistant services are gaining demand.

Make Financial Statements

Balance sheet statements are also easy if you get a virtual assistant specializing in QuickBooks. It applies whether it’s cash flow analysis or trial balance. They’re an invaluable asset, especially since the software constantly evolves and improves.

Prepare Taxes

The penalties associated with IRS violations can be a nightmare. It causes you to lose a lot of money, especially when you have no time to work on it. When you’re focusing on other business aspects, get a virtual assistant to use QuickBooks to prepare your taxes.

These professionals can also manage your tax filings and taxable accounts. It ensures your returns are consistently on time. This is because the software helps them ensure the tax report is accurate and timely.

Track Loan and Insurance Dues

A skilled virtual assistant can track every aspect of your financial dealings. It applies whether it’s EMI or insurance premiums. It saves effort and time since you won’t miss any payment dues.

Handle Legal and Regulatory Concerns

It’s often difficult to read the fine print. It’s especially tough when you aren’t familiar with legal terms. People often lack time to update their knowledge on tax laws.

You need not worry about it with a virtual assistant. It’s their job to keep track of rules and regulations. Doing this also allows you to focus on things that you’re familiar with instead.

Virtual Assistants and QuickBooks: Get Both Today!

Getting QuickBooks and a virtual assistant improves your company’s bookkeeping activities. Use these benefits to encourage you to opt for these wonderful solutions.

Do you need a virtual assistant? Why not talk to us about your concerns? We can save your time and money with our virtual assistant services.

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GoToMeetings and a Virtual Assistant: 5 Things You Need to Know

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Do you need a virtual assistant? If you use GoToMeetings, here’s how they can help you to streamline your process in 2021.

 

GoToMeetings and a Virtual Assistant: 5 Things You Need to Know

Since companies are protecting customers and employees from the current pandemic, most meetings are taking place online. This may not just last for some more weeks, but potentially an extended period of time.

That’s why it’s vital to become great at running virtual meetings. There are best practices and easy-to-use technology out there for that.

Better yet, you could hire a virtual assistant to help you out with virtual meetings. These are the secretaries of the future. They are turbocharged with technology and marketing skills, and they work from home.

If you’re hosting online GoToMeetings, virtual assistants can help you to streamline your process in 2021. Here are 5 things you need to know.

1. Virtual Assistants Are Flexible

Virtual assistants are not full-time employees, typically. They are independent contractors and have the flexibility to work few or many hours. They can be hired through a virtual assistant website.

This means you can hire them only when you need them! Do you have an important GoToMeeting coming up? Then you only need to spend resources on virtual assistant services around the event, rather than all the time.

2. Virtual Assistants Help With Scheduling

The biggest pain is often finding the meeting time that fits into everyone’s schedule. It takes communication, effort, and scheduling – even for online meetings!

Well, you don’t need to do this on your own. Virtual assistants can schedule the meeting, send out reminders, and attach the right links. They may also answer any logistical questions that attendees may have about GoToMeeting.

3. Managing the Emails and Communication

You’d think you could save all communication for during the meeting. But virtual meetings often come with a lot of communication before the events for scheduling, during the event using the chat function, and after the event to send out recordings.

A virtual assistant will assist in monitoring incoming messages, sending our communications, and filtering through questions.

Moreover, they can capture real-time feedback during the meeting! This may include watching for visual cues while you run the meeting.

4. Test the Technology Ahead of Time

There’s nothing worse than the technology not functioning properly before a meeting. A virtual assistant can test the GoToMeeting environment beforehand. They can test the microphones and camera. They may even be able to offer technical advice for attendees who need to download the right software.

5. Appoint Them as a Facilitator

Virtual assistants are a great option as a facilitator during GoToMeetings. It’s tough to manage discussions or break out rooms when you’re trying to run an effective online meeting as well. A facilitator will also make sure all voices are heard during the meeting!

Optimize GoToMeetings With Virtual Assistants

It may be a major challenge to shift business operations online. If you want to make GoToMeetings work, you may have to adjust how your team works and hire a virtual assistant for support.

MyOutDesk equips you with strategies, tools, and virtual assistants that get the job done. With our services, you’ll build a competitive edge and put efficient systems in place.

Check out our services and schedule a free consultation! We’ll take the time to learn about your business and find the best solution.

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Real Geeks and a Virtual Assistant: What You Need to Know

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There’s a lot you need to know about working with a virtual assistant when using Real Geeks. Here’s a short guide to help you out.

 

Real Geeks and a Virtual Assistant: What You Need to Know

Are you an estate agent who has just signed up for Real Geeks? This software package can really supercharge your business. However, like any tool, it needs to be used correctly.

One way to do this is by hiring a virtual assistant to take charge, so you can concentrate on making the sales while someone else converts leads. Below, we discuss how to use a virtual assistant with Real Geeks.

What Is Real Geeks?

Real Geeks is a real estate sales and marketing solution. It can facilitate lead generation, lead cultivation, and assist with marketing. It concentrates on using sales funnels to turn buyers and sellers into conversions.

Cost

Real Geeks is extremely affordable. This allows you to free up costs elsewhere, and hire extra hands in the form of a virtual assistant. If you can manage to find a virtual assistant that has a specific background in real estate, then the potential is endless.

At $249 per month for the package, not only do you get access to their system but also to a wealth of how-to guides and strategic documents. This means that you can designate specific tasks from their library to your virtual assistant services. All you then have to do is check how effective the strategy has been, and modify it to suit.

Virtual Assistants for Converting Clients

One of the most powerful tools in Real Geeks is its lead control center. The CRM is extremely easy to use, so even a virtual assistant with little knowledge of the system will get to grips with it quickly. As you will spend a lot of time here, it is the logical area to hire an assistant and free up your schedule.

In this area, you can get a virtual assistant to compose SMS messaging and mass emails. They can also create custom email drip sequences, and scour data for leads.

Facebook Marketing

One other advantage is the Real Geeks tools for Facebook marketing. While extremely effective, Facebook ads can take a lot of time to set up. Real Geeks have noticed this and cut that time down considerably.

It does this by taking any leads from your Facebook ads and populating them into the CRM. If your virtual assistant can take charge of the communication drips, leads can be directed down the sales funnel without your even having to lift a finger.

Valuation Outreach

While most sales funnels involve giving something of value for free, in real estate, people just tend to want a valuation. Real Geeks has unlimited landing pages for home valuations.

Unless you cater to one type of clientele, you will have people from all across the real estate spectrum wanting to sell. From expensive, upmarket country homes to inner-city apartments, you need to cater to them all. Getting a virtual assistant to specific landing pages aimed at each of these client types increases your chance of making sales from across all spectrums.

Try It Out With a Short-Term Hire

If you have already signed up for Real Geeks, then try out a short-term virtual assistant contract. All you will spend is a little cash, but you have the potential to make increased leads and free up your time for sales.

For Virtual Assistants, MyOutDesk should be your first stop. We have a number of services suited to Real Estate, to combine with your current programs. Contact us today and get a flexible workforce to increase your sales starting today!

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Can a Virtual Assistant Work in My MLS?

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Do you know how helpful it is to hire a virtual assistant? When it comes to working in your MLS, here’s how a virtual assistant can help.

 

Can a Virtual Assistant Work in My MLS

Although it’s easier to connect to prospective buyers nowadays, the demands and workload of a real estate agent are getting heavier. With so many things to do, what happens to your other mundane tasks, like updating the MLS?

Try getting virtual assistant services. With a good VA, you can delegate your other tasks so you can focus on attending to clients. Keep on reading to see how they can help with MLS and other tasks.

How a Virtual Assistant Can Help

MLS associates maintain a high accuracy rate of listings, which is possible because of their strict rules and regulations. Each listing must provide accurate information about the square footage and directions, for example.

Apart from that, the listing broker must put the listing up on MLS within 24 hours or so of marketing the property to the public. Any changes to the listing must also reflect on the database within 24 hours or so.

Failure to comply on your part can subject you to fines. That’s why you need to stay on top of your listings, which can be hard to do for a busy real estate broker.

Having a virtual assistant, though, can help you eliminate some of these worries. They can take charge of uploading the listings to MLS, which is a time-consuming, manual process.

Of course, you’ll have to provide information about the properties. You’ll need to supply them with high-quality photos and details about the property, like the size, type, description, and more.

After uploading, they can also review all the listings you have to check the accuracy. They can update the listing for you, thus preventing you from accumulating fines.

That’s not all that a virtual assistant can do, though. Below are some of the tasks you can outsource to them.

1. Spreadsheet Creation

Real estate agents can’t escape from spreadsheets, but you can take some refuge from it with the help of a virtual assistant. Letting them take care of this allows you to focus on more pressing issues.

2. Calendar Management

A VA is not that different from a regular assistant. They can also keep track of your meetings, appointments, and even personal affairs and put them on your calendar. That way, you will never miss an appointment as you go from meeting to meeting.

3. Basic Bookkeeping

While an accountant can do this job, you can also give this task to a virtual assistant. Finances are something that most business owners don’t delegate easily. What’s great is that it’s one of the virtual assistant services that are in high demand right now.

4. Cold Calling

Cold calling is still a valid, albeit annoying, marketing strategy. Let your VA do the cold calling to get more leads while you take care of other tasks.

Hire a Good Virtual Assistant

Having a virtual assistant work in your MLS is a great way to boost your productivity along the line. That said, you should make sure that the one you hire has the necessary skills to help your brand expand.

Start by reaching out to reputable virtual assistant companies. Contact us today and we’ll find you the perfect virtual assistant for your business.

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Propertyware: A Complete Guide for 2021

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Do you need help getting started with using Propertyware? Here is a complete guide to help you get everything set up quickly.

 

It’s not easy trying to manage properties. Between maintenance calls, tenant screenings, tax filings, marketing, and so much else — it can get hectic. Luckily, Propertyware is here to help you make the most out of your property, helping tenants and owners alike.

It uses a web-based platform available nearly everywhere and comes equipped with useful tools for almost everything. You can make it a core part of your business to watch your productivity your profits soar at a time when it seems impossible.

Keep reading below to learn more about this fantastic tool!

The Best Propertyware Tutorial is One You Can Follow

If you searched for property management tools, you’ve probably encountered thousands of results. There are tons of companies all vying for your business, claiming to be the best. The truth is simple though — the best tool is the one that you can use.

Propertyware is meant to be as user-friendly as possible. The tool is web-based, which means you don’t have to fear ever losing your data or changing your device. Your data, and your tenants, are saved on a secure server so you can access it anywhere.

It even includes virtual assistant services! And with a user interface that is approachable and pleasing, Propertyware is simply the best tool out there to grow your business.

Bring Your Property Into the Internet Age With Portals

One of the best features of Propertyware is the fact that it includes portals for owners and tenants. These are invaluable ways for tenants to pay rent, file maintenance reports, and stay in contact with you. With the click of a button, you two can message each other in seconds.

It’s useful to be able to connect with each other in case of issues coming up. And when tenants can pay rent easily, they are going to be happier about where they live!

Market Your Properties With the Click of a Button

Marketing can be a challenge for many property owners. Not only do these face ample competition in a harsh market, but many people simply don’t have the money to invest in new property. To attract new tenants, you need to be savvy with your marketing.

The program will present you with marketing info about the properties you manage, which you can easily use to prepare materials!

Maintain Relationships With Maintenance Options

The tool includes a way for tenants to file maintenance issues without ever having to speak to anyone. As soon as something comes up, they can notify you and your maintenance team. It means that issues won’t spread in your property, and your tenants will be happier to see issues fixed quickly!

There is Propertyware Help Online if You Run Into Trouble

The best part about Propertyware is the fact that there is tons of help available in case you run into any issues with the program. No company gets to where Propertyware is without standing by its product. If you have trouble with a part of the program or need help using it, you can contact their customer support.

All you need to do is file a ticket with them describing your issue. An experienced member of the team will get back to you and help you with whatever it is!

Knowing How to Use Propertyware Puts You Ahead of Competition

The best part of Propertyware is that it puts you ahead of the competition. The only way to beat your competition is to use better tools than them and collect more information about the market. Propertyware does exactly that and helps you make better decisions with your property.

It also works best when paired with other kinds of marketing software. For that, we’re here. Just keep reading our website to learn how to best manage your property and market it to new tenants!

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CallRail and a Virtual Assistant: How Can They Help?

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CallRail is an excellent tool for your business, but have you thought of how a virtual assistant can help you out even more? Here’s why you need one.

 

CallRail and a Virtual Assistant: How Can They Help?

How does your business find new customers? How do those customers contact you and start using your services?

The methods used to contact you can provide you with a wealth of information as to what marketing efforts are working. If you aren’t tracking the ways your customers are finding and contacting your business, you are missing out on opportunities for growth.

CallRail is the software you need to determine which marketing efforts are producing calls and leads for your business. This can help you save money on what’s not working and spend more money on what is working.

And, the best part is that you don’t need to train your employees to use CallRail. You can hire a virtual assistant to track incoming leads and provide you with valuable business insights.

So, what is CallRail, and how can you hire a virtual assistant to get it up and running for you? Keep reading to find out.

How to Use CallRail

Do you have multiple marketing strategies in place? Most businesses do. This can include PPC advertising, social media advertising, TV or radio advertising, content marketing, podcast marketing, and so much more.

You want new leads to call your company to set up a consultation or schedule a service, right? But do you use the same phone number in all of your marketing campaigns?

If so, you are in trouble. You’ll never know which marketing efforts provide the most leads, or which campaigns provide the most conversions. These are two important metrics to track.

CallRail allows you to easily set up unique phone numbers for each of your marketing campaigns. Now you can have a separate number to use for PPC advertising and social media advertising.

That way, you’ll know which strategy is most effective, which strategy needs to be reworked, and which needs to be cut altogether. Free up your marketing dollars to spend more on what works and grow your business.

CallRail also includes tons of reporting and automation features. These provide you with every bit of information you need to understand where your customers are coming from and how to better serve them.

CallRail and a Virtual Assistant

Looking to implement CallRail to maximize your marketing data? You don’t even need to train one of your team members to do it.

We have an extensive network of professional virtual assistants ready to help with your specific needs. Ranging from specialties like marketing, data entry and processing, reception, and sales, our virtual assistant services make it easy.

You can have an assistant process the data on a regular basis, providing you with reports on what’s working. Or you can have an assistant also handle incoming calls on your behalf.

There’s no limit to what virtual assistants can assist within your business, freeing up your time to continue growing your business.

Track Your Marketing Efforts the Easy Way

CallRail allows you to make the most of your marketing dollars. As a business owner, you need to know exactly what is driving new customers.

If you are looking for CallRail help, you can schedule a free consultation with us today to discuss your virtual assistant needs. We’ll help you find the perfect candidate to save you time and help you grow your business.

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Hubspot: A Complete Guide

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Do you want to get started using Hubspot? Here is a comprehensive guide to help you get started using this platform in 2021.

 

Hubspot: A Complete Guide

The term CRM stands for customer relationship management, and it can revolutionize your company. In today’s digital world, it’s important to get the virtual assistance you need through Hubspot.

Hubspot allows you to track data, view tasks in one place, and translate customer data into resourcing and marketing decisions.

If you’re looking to outsource your virtual assistant work to the perfect platform, Hubspot is the place for you.

What Can Hubspot Do for Me?

Like good virtual assistant services, there are scoring criteria for good CRM platforms. Ideally, Hubspot will meet all your needs.

Start with business management. What contacts do you have and how should they be categorized? What information do you need to contact them reliably in case of a crisis?

This will help keep you organized. Hubspot help is like an old-fashioned phonebook with a searchable, digital touch.

Inventory management is an important Hubspot tool. It prevents the cost of crunch time when a customer places an order and you realize that you don’t have the products or materials available to fill it.

As you delve deeper into Hubspot, tracking customer behavior is also crucial. This will inform your website design, email marketing, social media posts, and more.

Hubspot shows you the following items in a usable, trackable way:

  • Customer spending patterns
  • Employee sales
  • Website sales
  • Click rates
  • Cart abandonment rates
  • Number of calls and how they convert to sales
  • Sales tracking toward goals

Of course, you’ll need lots more data to make good decisions, but this is a basic start for Hubspot.

Hubspot is also a great choice because of the ability to build emails and send marketing materials directly to consumers. Whether you’re promoting a new product or simply greeting new customers, it’s a great way to automate communications to your email list.

Integrations and Resource Management

It’s also worth noting what integrations Hubspot has. It works with social media, so you can schedule multiple posts at once. To save yourself time, it also gathers customer reviews and feedback so that you can course-correct from there.

Serving your customers through Hubspot is great. But it’s also crucial that it serves your employees well too.

Task and document management are some of the final perks of Hubspot. With good task management features, employees and managers alike can track progress on deliverables. There will never be a lack of clarity on who’s responsible for what, and when it’s due.

Keeping all your resources in one area is another Hubspot feature, too. This will make it easy to access documents you’ll use repeatedly, such as onboarding and sales training documents.

If you’re hesitant about training employees to use Hubspot, no worries! It’s an easy platform, and whether you’d prefer a Hubspot guide or a Hubspot tutorial, there are lots of great resources available on their website.

Leveraging Hubspot for Your Business

If you’re looking for tools that make your life easier, Hubspot is a great place to start. But getting the right people in place to use the right tools is also crucial.

If you’d like to leverage our resources to get quality virtual assistants on your team, contact us today! We’re happy to help you out.

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How to Scale Your Business Operations With Virtual Assistant Services

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Amplify the routines and opportunities found in your business operations by tapping into the power of virtual assistant services! Here’s how to get started.

 

How to Scale Your Business Operations With Virtual Assistant Services

Have you heard the term scalable business but are unsure of what it means? The scalable business is quite a new phenomenon, primarily used to describe digital organizations that can quickly grow in size. This ability is down to the use of virtual services, and you need to know the advantage of working with them.

Virtual services are cost-effective and easy to use. Below, we tell you how to use them to scale up your business operations.

What Is a Scalable Business?

A scalable business is a small company, that is set up to grow. It involves working to boost your income and profit, without changing much to the framework used in the companies original conception. A scalable business is one that can cope with 10 customers or 10,000 and use more or less the same procedures to do this.

A key function of scalable businesses is having the systems in place to deal with large numbers of customers in a short period of time. One of the systems many people choose to employ to do this is virtual assistant services.

Virtual Assistant

A virtual assistant is an independent worker who takes care of a number of tasks. Broadly speaking, they do administrative work. This can encompass social media, business development, and marketing amongst other things.

Virtual assistants have become extremely popular because they are a flexible workforce. They very often work remotely and get paid an hourly rate for their services. This is paid as and when you need them, on a part or full-time basis.

Start With a New Budget

The first task you can take to scale your business when you switch to virtual assistant services is to reconfigure your budget. You will no longer need to pay a full-time member of staff to do the job. In addition, all the expenses that come with it such as office equipment, holiday pay, and office running costs will diminish.

Best Ways To Use Virtual Assistants When Scaling Business Operations

While a virtual assistant can be used in the same way as any other member of staff, there are a few ways in which you can really maximize their potential. The first is by using their flexibility. As they do not have set work schedules, you can assign them out-of-hours tasks for no extra fee.

Secondly, when hiring a virtual assistant you do not have to bind someone into a full-time, permanent contract. Virtual assistants are best used when your business really picks up and you need extra hands quickly. In the downtimes, you are no longer paying for a workforce that is sat waiting for a job to arrive.

Thirdly, you do not have to spend money on training. You can find virtual assistants that already have specialist skill sets. This makes recruitment for specialist tasks much easier.

Be Prepared

One final tip is to be prepared. When that influx of customers arrives, you will need to scale up your business operations quickly. Knowing how and where to get reliable virtual assistants, is imperative.

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