Zapier GET IT HERE If you've ever found yourself manually copying info from one platform to another, wrestling with repetitive admin, or muttering "there’s got to be a better way"—there is. It’s called Zapier, and it works quietly in the background to link your apps together and make your life easier. Zapier is an automation tool that connects over 6,000 apps—like Gmail, Slack, Trello, ... Read on
Write Without the Whoopsies
Grammarly GET IT HERE It’s 6 AM. You’re bleary-eyed, firing off a few client emails before your first coffee. Instead of typing “Dear Alex,” your fingers slip and write “Dead Alex.” Nightmare fuel. Luckily, Grammarly is there, quietly working in the background to catch those errors before they make it out into the world. Grammarly is an AI-powered writing assistant that checks your ... Read on
Automation Fundamentals for Virtual Assistants
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Xero Limits: Secrets to Bookkeeping Efficiency
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Automation Organisation Guide
Thought Penny originally developed this guide for clients who engage us for business automation services. Now, we’re excited to share it with you! This guide provides an in-depth set of categories and naming conventions to help you manage automation software and quickly understand your level of engagement with any given contact in your database. We’ve also thrown in a few tips to help you avoid ... Read on
Recording a Video without Looking Off Camera
Capture every Frame with Confidence! In this digital age, video content is king, and most know that social posts with videos give you the best chance of high engagement and reach. But how do you ensure your recordings look professional and engaging without the awkward off-camera glances? Our recommended teleprompter tools transform any video session into a seamless dialogue, making it ... Read on
Social Media Scheduler Comparison
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the sheer number of social media tools available? If you're on a quest to find the ultimate tool to streamline your social media management, you're not alone. As a virtual assistant, your role often involves finding the most effective tools to enhance productivity and deliver outstanding results for your clients. This can mean sifting through countless options to ... Read on
Draw Names LIVE At Random
Our favourite go-to solution for our VALN monthly draws! Wheel of Names stands out from the crowd not only because it’s free, but it allows you to fully customise the wheel with your own brand. Meaning, it's not only a practical tool for random selections but also a visually engaging one. Whether you're hosting a live competition draw or event or simply need a fair, random way to pick names, ... Read on
SOPs Super-Charged with AI
GAME CHANGER!!! Regardless of whether you love or hate writing procedures... you are going to LOVE this tool. Tango brings the power of AI to standard operating procedures. Create step-by-step procedures in minutes while you work. Why We Love Tango ... Read on