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Do you share with your colleagues?

By Lee Drozak on August 18, 2009 No Comments

I had a wonderful opportunity to do a VA Roundtable Discussion with colleagues Angie Green and Lily Chamber which was hosted by Darlene Gonzalez. I was anxious as to how it would go with three different VA’s discussion current topic of interest. Angie runs a successful business with small children at home, Lily a virtual bookkeeper with a full time job, myself a do it all VA and Darlene a rock star podcast goddess. Well I have to say what a great and pleasant conversation we had on many topics and ideas. We talked for over an hour, not once but twice, and both times I not only got to know my colleagues better but was able to get some great tips from them.

I would recommend this to all small business owners because sometimes we just need to have a discussion with our colleagues to know their challenges and their approaches. Brainstorming or just talking out what issues you face and how you overcome them with others is the best learning experience that you can have.

So thanks to these wonderful ladies for letting me share over two great hours of discussion with you. And for those who are curious about our discussion, listen to it here “It’s a Marathon, Not a Sprint”

All the best,

Lee Drozak ~ My Office Assistant

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Partnering With Your Clients

By Lee Drozak on August 13, 2009 No Comments

When I first consult with new clients I let them know that my philosophy is to work with you, not for you. I explain that if I have a clear idea of your vision or mission I can help you achieve your goals. These are some of the topics and questions that I review on my initial consult:

What can you tell me about your company that is not available on your website or in your promotional materials? This usually opens up discussion on how they started, got to where they were at, some of their challenges and their general business philosophies.

What are your greatest business challenges that are holding you back from devoting time to your clients? Often times potential clients do not realize that some business tasks are being forgotten or being pushed further down the to-do list.

If you could choose one area of immediate need, what would it be? This will make the business owner prioritize and you would be surprised at how many actually think one need is vital when in fact it is not.

Where do you see your company in five years and what, if anything, will stop you from reaching your goals? If I know your vision then I can help you to achieve it. I have a diverse range of skills and you may be calling me for bookkeeping but my organization and planning experience will help you launch a new campaign.

What is important to you? I like to know if it is spending more time with their family, growing their business or even having time to breath.

I feel that in order to be your virtual business office, I need to know of all your needs and wants. I also want to know about you and your vision so that I can help you achieve your goals. And in return I will achieve mine, which are growing My Office Assistant and using my skills to make you more successful.

All the best,

Lee Drozak ~ My Office Assistant