Personal Assistant Resources

The Top Myths for Starting Your Own Personal Assistant Business

Admin — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 01:27:09 +0000

You’ve decided to start your own business because you have a passion for being a personal assistant. The fact is that just about everyone can use a personal assistant but they just don’t know it. However there are some big myths about all of the blood, sweat, tears, time and

How to market your personal assistant business

Admin — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 16:00:00 +0000

WOW… it’s been a long time since we posted, and that’s all about to change…and definitely for the better. For the last year we’ve been carefully working on all kinds of information that is focused on teach you, the Personal Assistant or Concierge how to grow your business on auto

How to determine if you’ll make a good personal assistant

Admin — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 16:00:00 +0000

For people who wanted to start anew or shift to a new career, perhaps a job as a personal assistant could be your option. As this profession requires you to be competent in a couple of areas such as project management, time scheduling, task prioritization, interpersonal skills, and even computer-technical

Overcoming Challenges as a Personal Assistant

Admin — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 16:00:00 +0000

Every new business has it’s challenges. As the economy has been slumping, fewer and fewer businesses and families have turned to the services of Personal Assistants and Personal Concierges. Does this mean you shouldn’t pursue building your business? Absolutely not. The biggest challenge is figuring out where

Showing the value of a Personal Assistant

Admin — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 16:00:00 +0000

It’s no secret that households are spending less on their “wants” and preparing for the worst. Everyone is watching their budget. So how can a Personal Assistant win more clients when many view their services as a want instead of a need? Start with understanding what your

Work Life Balance.. what it means for a Personal Assistant

Admin — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 16:00:00 +0000

Work/Life Balance is Just Good Business!

It would be nice to think that the companies on the leading edge of work/life balance programs are simply being good citizens and doing the right thing! But, the fact is that these programs make good business sense.

In addition to increased productivity and employee satisfaction, companies can retain valuable employees in a competitive environment, and attract new employees with these programs.

Every generation in the workforce today reports that work and life balance is one of the top issues for them and that they want to work in a company that supports their desire to have more balance in their life.

Whatever the reason for the movement, we should be glad it is upon us.

Who are the companies with programs, what do the programs look like and what results have they achieved?

You might be surprised to know that these companies cut across all industries in the private and the public sector. Here are some examples of program components:

Ø Elder care programs consisting of resources directories, counseling, elder care services and educational services

Ø Expanded telecommuting and ‘telework’ programs that allow employees to work from home or other locations

Ø Part-time and job sharing positions for employees come off disability or recovering from health problems, or for parents who wish to spend time at home with their children or with aging parents

Ø Fully accredited child care centers in or near the workplace

Ø Babies in the Workplace programs that allow a child to remain with a parent in the workplace until the age of

How a Personal Assistant can help you during the holidays

Admin — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 16:00:00 +0000

The holiday season is quickly approaching and now is the time to prepare. There are events to plan, gifts to buy and wrap, travel arrangements to be made and much, much more. How will you help others? The holiday season is the number one time for personal assistants and

How to save money on gas when you’re a personal assistant

Admin — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 16:00:00 +0000

How can you provide delivery service without charge your clients more?

Gas prices are increasing each day and it is estimated that the price of gas will rise to $5.00 a gallon by the end of the summer. Much of a personal assistant’s business involves driving, delivering and picking up. So how can you still provide a cost effective service without

A Personal Assistant’s Summer

Admin — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 16:00:00 +0000

Tips for a Personal Assistant – Ideas for Summer

Summer is quickly approaching and the kids are almost out of school.(At least here). While most people are getting geared up for some relaxing weekends, a Personal Assistant should be preparing for one of the busiest times of the year. When the kids are home, working parents have less

How to handle a client request not in your contract

Admin — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 16:00:00 +0000

A good personal assistant should be ready for anything. After all, your clients can spring anything on you at any time. Most personal assistants that serve many clients have a formal contract that outlines the specific services that you will be providing for your client. More importantly, your contract should