Podcasts about virtual staff

Episode 148: Grab the Ultimate Ad Script right HERE - https://join.digitaltrailblazer.com/ultimate-ad-scriptNobody wants to start a business just to be forced to work 60-80 per week in order to keep things afloat. At that point, you don't own a business, you own a job.In this episode, Joe Rare shows us how he's built several online businesses that are run completely by virtual assistants that he manages remotely part time.About Joe Rare: Joe Rare is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and outsourcing expert who owns four digital companies, five wedding venues, and real estate investment properties.Joe's company, Level 9 Virtual, is a virtual assistant agency that has hired and placed over 3,000 VA's and has completed well over 70,000 projects across a variety of niches. This is the mother company that provides VA's who run all of his businesses. Also, L9V is the top VA provider and an official partner to a community of over 7000+ entrepreneurs and agency owners.Check Out Joe's Outsourcing Calculator: https://level9virtual.com/calculatorConnect with Joe:https://www.level9virtual.com/ http://linkedin.com/in/joerare https://www.facebook.com/joerare/ https://www.youtube.com/user/joerare1 https://www.instagram.com/joerare/ https://www.tiktok.com/@joerareGrab the Ultimate Ad Script right HERE - https://join.digitaltrailblazer.com/ultimate-ad-script✅ Connect With Us:Website - https://DigitalTrailblazer.comFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/digitaltrailblazerTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@digitaltrailblazerTwitter: https://twitter.com/DgtlTrailblazerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/DigitalTrailblazer

Are you wondering how to build businesses that allow you to travel the world? In this episode, Craig is with Adrienne Greene, an experienced entrepreneur and real estate investor who has successfully built a real estate portfolio and virtual staffing business while living abroad. She made the leap from a traditional W2 job to running multiple businesses remotely, and in this episode, she shares her inspiring journey.  Adrienne's path began with real estate investing on a farm, and she discovered the power of house hacking by renting out a basement to generate income. As her portfolio grew, she scaled her investments through systems and virtual assistants, making the process smoother and more efficient. Balancing real estate investing with family life while traveling full-time wasn't easy, but Adrienne found ways to make it work.  She also reveals the technology tools that keep her business running effortlessly. Tune in to learn how you can build a business that supports your dreams, whether you're at home or traveling the world. This episode is packed with actionable insights to help you achieve financial freedom, automate your business, and live life on your terms. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS:[02:31] - Adrienne Greene joins the show from Hanoi, Vietnam. [03:41] - Adrienne talks about her experience traveling with her family. [05:41] - Adrienne explains how she transitioned from finance to teaching. [07:54] - Adrienne shares her first step into entrepreneurship through tutoring. [08:34] - Adrienne recounts starting a family farm and the lessons learned. [10:58] - How Adrienne turned her family farm into an investment opportunity. [13:38] - Adrienne discusses her first real estate purchase, a family farm. [17:23] - Adrienne shares the numbers on her first farm deal and its profitability. [20:56] - Transitioning from a farm to a more profitable real estate strategy. [24:33] - How Adrienne scaled up condos in Northern Virginia. [27:43] - The power of investing in rental properties for cash flow. [30:48] - Adrienne's big move to Myrtle Beach and the start of short-term rentals. [33:58] - Lessons from managing short-term rentals remotely and building systems. [36:48] - Adrienne talks about her short-term rental experience with Airbnb. [39:18] - How automation and outsourcing systems help Adrienne travel while managing properties. HOST Craig Curelop   

Neville Samuels is the CEO of Virtual Staff 365. He is based in Melbourne, Australia. Virtual Staff 365 offers a virtual staffing service that includes CX. In this discussion with Peter Ryan, Neville explores how virtual staffing can help to create a flexible CX environment that can work for in-house teams or BPOs. https://www.linkedin.com/in/outsourcingexperts/ https://www.virtualstaff365.com.au/  

Ryan Angott & Regine Regencia - Myths and Truths about Virtual AssistantsAre you struggling to find the right fit for your team? Have you considered the impact of language and local dialects on sales? In this episode, we dive into the world of virtual assistants, discussing how to identify the perfect candidate for your business needs. Learn how technology like ChatGPT can help virtual staff emulate local communication styles, making them feel like an integral part of your team. Are you leveraging VAs to not only save costs but also enhance productivity? We explore the importance of clearly delegating tasks and trusting your virtual staff to execute them efficiently.Listen to this new episode for insights on maximizing business efficiency with virtual staff and understanding the value they can add to your operations.About Ryan Angott:Ryan Angott is a seasoned professional with a decade-long journey in the wedding and event industry. With a wealth of experience and a track record of generating over $50 million in revenue, Ryan brings unparalleled insights into the intricacies of the industry as he transitioned and co-founded a virtual assistant staffing agency based in the Philippines. Connect with Ryan directly at Ryan@strategic-assistant.com  or explore the world of virtual assistant services for weddings at https://strategic-assistant.com/wedding-services/  About Regine: Regine, CEO & President of Strategic Assistant Staffing, brings a decade of expertise in virtual assistance. She helps entrepreneurs reclaim 20-30 hours weekly, redefining the virtual workforce from hiring one Virtual Staff to building dream teams. A Christian business leader, devoted mother, and advocate for women, she empowers others to achieve work-life balance while ensuring exceptional service for clients and virtual staff.If you have any questions about anything in this, or any of my podcasts, or have a suggestion for a topic or guest, please reach out directly to me at Alan@WeddingBusinessSolutions.com or visit my website Podcast.AlanBerg.com Please be sure to subscribe to this podcast and leave a review (thanks, it really does make a difference). If you want to get notifications of new episodes and upcoming workshops and webinars, you can sign up at www.ConnectWithAlanBerg.com  aComing to Wedding MBA this year? Join me for a sales workshop, only 25 seats. Use this link to save $20 off your ticket:https://events.alanberg.com/LV1112#/buyTickets?promoCode=EarlyBird I'm Alan Berg. Thanks for listening. If you have any questions about this or if you'd like to suggest other topics for "The Wedding Business Solutions Podcast" please let me know. My email is Alan@WeddingBusinessSolutions.com. Look forward to seeing you on the next episode. Thanks. Listen to this and all episodes on Apple Podcast, YouTube or your favorite app/site: Apple Podcast: http://bit.ly/weddingbusinesssolutions YouTube: www.WeddingBusinessSolutionsPodcast.tv Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3sGsuB8 Stitcher: http://bit.ly/wbsstitcher Google Podcast: http://bit.ly/wbsgoogle iHeart Radio: https://ihr.fm/31C9Mic Pandora: http://bit.ly/wbspandora ©2024 Wedding Business Solutions LLC & AlanBerg.com

Presently, he proudly serves as the co-founder of Smart Workforce Solutions, a Virtual Staffing and outsourcing business that hes launched in collaboration with his esteemed Australian business partner Damien Patterson, in January of 2023. Theirmission is to bridge geographical boundaries by recruiting South African talent as Virtual Staff for Australian Businesses, facilitating global collaboration and maximizing efficiency in the digital age.    Sharne shared in this episode: How she is able live her life in 3 different places, Australia, South Africa and Bermuda How she switched her legal career to one in entrepreneurship Why you should ‘trust the journey', because the things that didn't go to plan led her to an exciting world with new avenues and opportunities How to encourage frequent and transparent communication The importance of aligning daily actions with the legacy one aims to leave behind The impact of defining a legacy on decision-making and business focus How a chance meeting with Damien Patterson led to creating a new business together. The shocking fact that the South Africa unemployment rate is 35%+ right now, meaning there is a surplus of skilled staff available to work, in a country where there is no work available How Australians can leverage this opportunity to get highly skilled at significantly lower rates than in Australia Why Australians are hiring South African's rather than traditional outsource countries like Phillipines or India etc The concept of smart workforce solutions based on win-win principles How to avoid micro managing your team Sharne's Life-Changing question: “Has what I done today served the legacy I want to leave behind?” This really drives a focus on time. How to act in integrity and show up as the best version of yourself everyday while maintaining consistency And much more…. Resources Mentioned In The Show:  https://www.smartworkforcesolutions.com.au/ Sharne@smartworkforcesolutions.com.au Episode 184 Daimien Patterson ttps://profithive.com.au/daimien-patterson-kevin-bees-profit-maximisation-expert/ If you would like more insights on profit maximization for your business, visit www.ProfitHive.com.au

Growing Profitably Using Virtual Staff with Justin Nelson Cut through the business jargon and get down to the meat of what it truly takes to construct a team that propels your company forward with Justin Nelson — a Real Estate Agent who is grateful to have had the opportunity to speak live in over 35 states to tens of thousands of people and coached some of the top agents in his industry. Today he owns Sphere Rocket VA which exemplifies the transformative power of strategic delegation and is dedicated to helping all industries learn and harness the power of virtual assistants, from start to finish. In this episode, you will learn the following: How businesses can scale up by leveraging virtual assistants with minimal hands-on effort. The advantages of hiring virtual assistants  include cost savings and strategic value. Effective communication with virtual assistants including matching VA skills to business needs and working in the same time zone. The use of open Zoom rooms and other digital tools to foster real-time collaboration among remote teams. Insights into the hiring process with emphasis on having a large applicant pool and a thorough recruitment strategy to secure the best talent. Links: Website: www.SphereRocketVA.com hireleverage.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/justinnelson76/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealjustinnelson/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwkZWN-FOtSRYPFpS4gtdrQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-nelson-82b98412a   Hi, I'm the Profit Answer Man Rocky Lalvani! I help small business owners simplify their financial reports to make more informed business decisions with fewer hassles. We utilize the Profit First system created by Mike Michalowicz Sign up to be notified when the next cohort of the Profit First Experience Course is available! Schedule your free, no-obligation intro call: https://bookme.name/rockyl/lite/intro-appointment-15-minutes Check out our website: http://profitcomesfirst.com/ Questions: questions@profitanswerman.com Email: rocky@profitcomesfirst.com Relay Bank (affiliate link) - https://relayfi.com/?referralcode=profitcomesfirst  Profit Answer Man Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/profitanswerman/ My podcast about living a richer more meaningful life: http://richersoul.com/ Profit First Toolkit: click here to sign up This episode is part of the SMB Podcast Network. Find other great interviews from around the internet just like this one at https://www.SMBPodcastNetwork.com Music provided by Junan from Junan Podcast Any financial advice is for educational purposes only and you should consult with an expert for your specific needs. #profitfirst

Thanks to TEEM for their support of this episode. If you're considering or have ever considered getting a virtual team member for your practice check out hiredteem.com, mention The OI Show when signing up for a $250 dollar discount off of your first month's teem member.https://hireteem.com/myopia-podcast/About Cory PinegarCory Pinegar is Chief Executive Officer of Utah-based CallForce, a groundbreaking dental service startup helping dental practices increase patient engagement and revenue. In 2016, at the age of  22, Cory struck gold and purchased the company—then named Recall Solutions—from software giant Weave for just one dollar. Since then, the visionary entrepreneur has grown CallForce from 35 clients to nearly 3,000 and with a workforce of close to 200 employees. CallForce has been named one of the fastest-growing companies by Inc. 500 and has been recognized repeatedly by the Salt Lake Tribune as one of the Best Places to Work. In 2021, Cory founded the remote staffing company Teem, which helps simplify hiring international talent. Teem allows businesses to circumvent domestic staffing issues and find qualified talent without worrying about complicated research to understand legalities, fair compensation, and the like. Cory sits on the boards of software-driven dental insurance verification company Verrific as well as The Parkinson's Foundation, devoted to finding a cure for the disease his father was diagnosed with in 2014.Cory studied economics and business at Brigham Young University and spends his leisure time skiing, playing golf, and enjoying the mountain lifestyle.

Thanks to TEEM for their support of this episode. If you're considering or have ever considered getting a virtual team member for your practice check out hiredteem.com, mention The OI Show when signing up for a $250 dollar discount off of your first month's teem member.About Cory PinegarCory Pinegar is Chief Executive Officer of Utah-based CallForce, a groundbreaking dental service startup helping dental practices increase patient engagement and revenue. In 2016, at the age of  22, Cory struck gold and purchased the company—then named Recall Solutions—from software giant Weave for just one dollar. Since then, the visionary entrepreneur has grown CallForce from 35 clients to nearly 3,000 and with a workforce of close to 200 employees. CallForce has been named one of the fastest-growing companies by Inc. 500 and has been recognized repeatedly by the Salt Lake Tribune as one of the Best Places to Work. In 2021, Cory founded the remote staffing company Teem, which helps simplify hiring international talent. Teem allows businesses to circumvent domestic staffing issues and find qualified talent without worrying about complicated research to understand legalities, fair compensation, and the like. Cory sits on the boards of software-driven dental insurance verification company Verrific as well as The Parkinson's Foundation, devoted to finding a cure for the disease his father was diagnosed with in 2014.Cory studied economics and business at Brigham Young University and spends his leisure time skiing, playing golf, and enjoying the mountain lifestyle.

Welcome to today's episode of "AI Lawyer Talking Tech," your daily review of the latest legal technology news. In today's episode, we delve into a range of fascinating topics, including the potential of generative AI for small law firms, the importance of data sovereignty in a global economy, the benefits and challenges of outsourcing legal services, and the ethical implications of using AI in the legal profession. Join us as we explore these cutting-edge developments and their impact on the legal industry. Member of French Parliament lodges first request for annulment of EU-US Data Privacy Framework12 Oct 2023LexisNexis UKGenerative AI and the Small Law Firm: Leveling the Playing Field13 Oct 2023Attorney at WorkData Sovereignty in a Global Economy: Virtual Data Rooms for Data Localization13 Oct 2023Budget Savvy DivaBeyond Law Firms: How Legal Techs Real Frontier Lies With SMBs13 Oct 2023Forbes.comOutsourcing Legal Services With Nathan Sumekh: Everything You Need to Know in 202313 Oct 2023LexBlogProposed advisory opinion on Lawyers' and Law Firms' Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence13 Oct 2023Florida Bar NewsGoogle to protect users in AI copyright accusations13 Oct 2023COINTELEGRAPH.COMAi.Law Introduces Pioneering Litigation Drafting Tool for Attorneys12 Oct 2023Big CountryEnsuring Justice as a ‘Fundamental Right:' Celebrate Pro Bono Week October 22 – 2812 Oct 20232CivilityScaling Businesses from Zero to Multi-Million Dollar Enterprises through Virtual Staff with Nathan Sumekh12 Oct 2023InvestorsObserverJustia Legal Guides: International Law Center13 Oct 2023Legal Marketing & Technology BlogEvisort Creates First LLM for Contracts and Launches New AI Engine13 Oct 2023Legal Tech BlogState Bar Associations Escalate Work on Ethical Issues Raised by Artificial Intelligence12 Oct 2023GenAI-LexologyHow to Build Strong In-House Legal Team12 Oct 2023MatterSuite By CaseFoxChange Management for Corporate Legal Departments13 Oct 2023MatterSuite By CaseFox

Chris Kille is the CEO of Payment Pilot and Elevate Outsourcing, demonstrating his remarkable leadership in the fields of payment processing and virtual assistant staffing.With extensive expertise in payment processing and staffing virtual assistants, Chris has built a reputation for providing top-notch services and solutions.Guests can easily connect with Chris on Facebook at facebook.com/chris.kille.9 or find him on Instagram @notchriskille.For those seeking his services, Chris extends a special offer to explore and benefit from the exceptional offerings of Payment Pilot and Elevate Outsourcing.

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the Owner & CEO of Level 9 Virtual, Joe Rare.  Joe Rare talked about the impact of AI tools on the virtual assistant industry. Joe pointed out that while AI tools like ChatGPT can automate low-level tasks, they still require human input to be used effectively. He referred to these individuals as "prompt engineers," who create prompts, rules, and guidance for the AI tools. Joe emphasized that Level 9 Virtual's virtual assistants have adapted to AI tools, enhancing their value by learning how to leverage them for their clients. He also discussed the challenges home service businesses face in the current market. Joe stressed the importance of responsiveness and customer service in gaining a competitive edge. He believes that companies prioritizing customer communication and providing timely responses will be more likely to succeed in the long run, even in unfavorable market conditions. Joe also pointed out the inefficiencies and lack of processes in the home service industry, which often leads to overworked business owners and difficulty finding and retaining staff. He suggested that implementing effective strategies and systems can help these businesses grow more efficiently and provide better customer and employee experiences. Key Points from the Episode: Specialization in providing virtual assistants for small and medium-sized businesses Differentiation from other staffing agencies and platforms Impact of AI tools on the virtual assistant industry Role of "prompt engineers" in leveraging AI tools effectively Importance of responsiveness and customer service for home service businesses Inefficiencies and lack of processes in the home service industry Level 9 Virtual's solution to communication challenges for home service businesses About Joe Rare: Joe Rare, a successful serial entrepreneur and investor, is known for his insight into digital businesses and real estate. Starting his career with a door-to-door sales venture, he swiftly expanded it to a 40-person team, selling it after 27 months.  Despite early failures, Joe found his calling in building digital companies, subsequently establishing multiple businesses that generate over seven figures. His portfolio extends to owning five wedding venues and numerous real estate investments.  A devoted family man, he operates his ventures from his Montana home, providing invaluable assistance to small and medium-sized businesses worldwide. His journey epitomizes learning from failures and leveraging growth opportunities. About Level 9 Virtual: LEVEL 9 Virtual is a premier...

Shownotes can be found at https://www.profitwithlaw.com/380.There is only so much an independent lawyer running their own practice can do. Although feasible, your limited time and business expertise hold you back from achieving maximum profitability. Stacking workload from multiple responsibilities means fewer clients served and increased chances of oversight. Missed calls, lack of rapport, and collections issues can all contribute to a loss in profit. What you need is to hire key administrative staff to reduce workload. The optimal setup for a law firm has lawyers focused on legal work. This frees up time for more clients and ensures efficiency to unlock peak profitability.In this episode, Brett Trembly joins us to discuss his new book, 24 Months to Freedom: How Modern Law Firms Use Smarter Staffing Solutions to Fast-Track Their Way to Success. He explores how you can resolve the issues a solo lawyer faces by building a support team. Brett also highlights the benefits of hiring offshore talent. If you are considering support staffing solutions to boost your profitability, then this episode is for you. 00:00 Introduction5:04 24 Months to Freedom: Towards the Liberated Lawyer Lifestyle10:25 The Business of Law Firms 14:31 How to Avoid Missed Opportunities19:41 Lead Generation and Retention Roles30:29 Billing and Collections Issues45:14 Keeping Yourself and Clients ComfortableResources mentioned:Check out the new Profit with Law YouTube channel!Want to implement what you've learnt in this episode? Download the Action Guide, a workbook designed to help you process and implement the knowledge gained from this interview.Learn more about the Profit with Law Elite Coaching Program here. Episode 128 - Doubling Your Revenue with Virtual Staff with Brett TremblyEpisode 342 - Taming the Email Monster with Brett Trembly 24 Months to Freedom: How Modern Law Firms Use Smarter Staffing Solutions to Fast Track Their Way to Success  Connect with Brett: LinkedIn | TwitterTrembly Law Firm Get Staffed Up: Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | (866) 763-4405Get $750 off your first virtual assistant onboarding when you sign up with Get Staffed Up through www.profitwithlaw.com/getstaffedup.

In this episode, Inner Circle Retreat keynote speaker Chris Ducker dive into the realm of virtual freedom and explore the ins and outs of finding, hiring, training, and working with virtual staff to rapidly grow your dance studio business. As the bestselling author and founder of Virtual Staff Finder, Chris Ducker brings his expertise to the table, guiding us through the essential steps of leveraging virtual staff in the most effective way. Discover how to navigate the virtual workforce landscape, avoid common pitfalls, and embrace the multitude of benefits that virtual teams can bring to your dance studio. From streamlining operations and boosting productivity to expanding your reach and scaling your business, Chris shares invaluable insights and practical strategies for harnessing the power of virtual staff. Learn how to effectively delegate tasks, build a cohesive remote team, and leverage technology to create seamless workflows that drive your dance studio's success. Whether you're new to the concept of virtual staff or looking to optimize your existing remote workforce, this episode is a must-listen. Get ready to unlock the true potential of virtual freedom and take your dance studio to new heights.

Join us here as we help you LEVERAGE your business through Virtual Assistants! In this episode, we're bringing back one hell of a ROCKSTAR who co-owns one of the fastest-growing brokerages in Minessota, Mr. Mike Bernier! He will share his systems and processes on consistently recruiting his Virtual staff. He will also go over how he identifies his target agents, sets up meetings, assign follow-ups, and his secret on the Pre-onboarding process! Because let's face it, we all have the same amount of time in a day, but it seems like some manage to fit so much more into theirs. Recruiting could be the answer to this, so don't miss this jam-packed episode!

FF 29 - My top 3 Ways to find Virtual Staff On today's Friday Focus episode, our host Mike DeHaan expands on Wednesday's episode, where he talked about going from a solopreneur to an entrepreneur, by sharing his experience and tips on how to find virtual staff.Mike differentiates low-skilled VAs vs. high-skilled virtual staff and the best places to find each. He touches on the more well-known, traditional ways to go about it, as well as a not-so-common platform that could be where you may find your most valuable employee.There is also a group of people where being a VA is sewn into their current culture, servicing US companies from their countries for a fraction of the cost, while also producing quality work.To learn about this and more, tune in to today's episode!Topics discussed in this episode:Hiring highly skilled virtual staff vs. traditional VAsWhere to find virtual staffWhy Reddit is a great place to hire virtual staffReferrals are the way to goIf you're an established investor with money to invest, but not the time, check out the Instant Investor PRO Program! www.collectingkeyspodcast.com/storeDownload the FREE 5-Step Guide To Generating Off Market Leads here: https://www.collectingkeyspodcast.com/freeIf you are interested in learning from Dan and Mike to receive coaching and learn how they built their business, head to instantinvestorprogram.com and see if you are a good fit for the mastermind group!Collecting Keys Podcast Resources:collectingkeyspodcast.cominstagram.com/collectingkeyspodcastInstantinvestorprogram.cominstagram.com/mike_investsinstagram.com/investormandanThis episode was produced by Podcast Boutique http://podcastboutique.com

The development of new technologies has quickened the pace of living in every corner of the world. As a result, it is impossible to prevent lawyers from becoming interested in technology. However, if attorneys want to provide the highest level of service to their clients while simultaneously simplifying their work lives, they need to improve their technology skills. This week, we are joined by Lindsey Corbin to discuss how she applies technology in her professional life and how it has contributed to her success. Lindsey is the Chief Executive Officer of Delegate.legal. It is a leading provider of virtual paralegal services that can easily incorporate itself into existing law firms and businesses. Delegate.legal has more than 25 years of combined experience in the field of trademarks. It works with attorneys to develop its trademark practices by providing outsourced paralegal offerings, coaching, and consultation on practice development and additional products. Delegate.legal also works with attorneys to build different products. In addition, those who require other administrative services can also take advantage of Lindsey and her team's provision of virtual assistants. Join Lindsey and me as we talk about the following three questions and more! What are three security measures solos and small firms should keep in mind when working with virtual paralegals? What is a tech stack and what three ways attorneys can set up some basic tech stack? What are three ways attorneys can use technology to make sure their virtual staff are all on the same page at work? In our conversation, we cover: [01:15] Tech Setup - Lindsey discusses her current technological setup and her relationship with Microsoft and Apple products. [06:31] Security Measures - Lindsey shares three security measures that small firms should keep when working with virtual paralegals. Furthermore, she mentions her favorite antivirus software and why she likes it. [09:51] VPN – Lindsey provides a thorough explanation of how she makes use of VPN. [14:00] Tech Stack – Lindsey explains what a tech stack consists of and three ways attorneys can set up simple tech stacks. [17:40] Email - Lindsey discusses her email preferences for business, including whether she prefers Google Mail, Outlook, or owning her own domain. [19:12] Practice Management Software – Lindsey talks about her favorite practice management software. [20:35] Calls – Lindsey expresses her view on using a cell phone and Google Voice for business-related matters. [22:44] Cybersecurity Insurance – Lindsey provides her perspective on why an attorney needs cybersecurity insurance. [24:52] Laptop – When asked about her preferred second monitor to utilize while traveling, Lindsey raves about how much she adores her laptop. [26:14] Third-Party Docketing Software - Lindsey describes the third-party docketing software she utilizes. [27:22] Tools for Virtual Work – Lindsey explores three ways attorneys may utilize technology to guarantee their virtual workforce is on the same page, evaluating Slack, Trello, and Microsoft Teams and explaining why she enjoys each. [31:34] Shifts – We dive into the shifts in the legal business due to the pandemic's democratization effect and how innovation in the legal services arena provides help and its efficacy. [36:48] Transfer of Information Issues - Being a Windows user, Lindsey discusses the difficulties she encounters in transferring data to her Mac-using team and how she overcomes them. Resources: Connect with Lindsey: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lindsey-corbin/ Website: delegate.legal/ Equipment Mentioned in the Podcast Dell Vostro Desktop: dell.com/en-us/work/shop/scc/sr/desktops-n-workstations/vostro-desktops Microsoft Surface Pro: microsoft.com/en-us/surface/devices/surface-pro-models iPhone 12: apple.com/iphone-12/key-features Apple Watch: apple.com/watch iPad: apple.com/ipad Cannon Inkjet Printers: asia.canon/en/consumer/products/search?category=printing&subCategory=inkjet-printers Epson Scanners: epson.com/For-Home/Scanners/c/h2 Software & Services Mentioned in the Podcast Windows 11: microsoft.com/en-us/windows LastPass: www.lastpass.com McAfee Anti-virus: www.mcafee.com Clio Practice Management: www.clio.com Gravity Legal: gravity-legal.com Lawpay: www.lawpay.com Slack: slack.com Trello: trello.com Alt Legal: www.altlegal.com WebTMS: www.webtms.com

Episode 44: An Entrepreneur's Guide to Outsourcing & Hiring Virtual Staff with John Marzan, Co-Founder, VA FLIXOn this episode of Hire A Millennial Virtual Assistant Podcast, John talks about how to hire a virtual assistant. This is mainly a guide to outsourcing and hiring virtual staff. John starts by saying hiring a virtual assistant is one of the first, yet most important hires that you can make as an entrepreneur.In this episode, John talks about the main benefits of hiring a virtual assistant. One, you do not need a physical office, depending on where you live renting a physical office space can be quite expensive. John also said that our virtual assistant here in the Philippines typically will cost less than half of what a virtual assistant in North America costs for the same task and responsibilities.John also mentions that the quickest way to increase your income as entrepreneurs is to delegate more low value tasks to others and fill your calendar with as many high value tasks as possible. John enumerates the four categories of tasks and processes there are in Business. Here are some topics John shared on this episode: ●Key Differences Between A Solo-preneur and An Entrepreneur●Benefits of Hiring Virtual Staff ●Which Type of Virtual Assistant is Best Suited for YouGet in touch with the Founder and Co-founder John and Karen:John Marzan| LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram |+1 323-955-1001Karen Po| LinkedIn | Email | +1 323-955-1001Questions? Concerns? CONNECT WITH US THE VA FLIX WAY! feel free to text or call: +1 323-955-1001 or email us at: admin@vaflix.com Check out our website too! http://www.vaflix.com00:00 - Introduction on An Entrepreneur's Guide to Outsourcing & Hiring Virtual Staff00:52 - Key Differences Between A Solo-preneur and An Entrepreneur01:56 - Benefits of Hiring Virtual Staff 03:15 - Virtual Assistants As Independent Contractors 04:55 - Delegation Helps Prevent Burnout05:48 - Spend More Time In Your Areas Of Strength06:50 - Which Type of Virtual Assistant is Best Suited for You09:47 - How to Become the CEO of your Business10:33 - Exercises to Avoid Entrepreneurs Seeing VA's as an Expense than Investment12:56 - Quickest Way to Increase your iIncome as Entrepreneurs13:42 - Four Categories of Tasks and Process in Business#Delegate, #Tasks, #Virtual Assistant, #Agency, #Effective Leaders, #HireAVirtualAssistant , #Philippines, #VA, #Marketing

We officially hired our first team member for our Freewyld brand!We've hired a Virtual Assistant (VA) named Mei who will help us start building our brand.On this edition of STR Conversations, Eric and I share how we worked with a company called Virtual Staff Finder to hire our VA and the process they used to help us find the right Virtual Assistant for our Freewyld team.We share the 3 most common questions students in Legend X have about hiring a VA, plus the biggest mistakes people make when hiring that can lead to hiring the wrong team member. Eric shares the plus-minus time tracking process he uses to determine which tasks to delegate, plus, I share my secret for accomplishing more tasks each day.We discuss how to use a job scorecard to improve your job description and increase your chances of hiring the RIGHT person for the job.Listen in for insight into how to find the perfect VA for your Airbnb hosting team, so you free yourself from the day-to-day tasks of managing your business and focus on building your business.Topics Covered The biggest reason for outsourcing the lower-level tasks in your hosting businessWhy a virtual assistant is the first team member we hiredWhy we chose Virtual Staff Finder to help us find our VAThe 80/20 rule for systems and training for your Airbnb teamThe biggest challenge when hiring a virtual assistantHow to take the overwhelm out of hiring team membersWhat shifts our VA will be working for us in FreewyldWhat a Voice Over IP (VoIP) can do for your Airbnb businessThe most valuable thing you can do BEFORE you hire a virtual assistantEric's plus-minus trick for figuring out which tasks you should delegateJasper's game-changing plan to get more work done dailyWhy job scorecards are invaluable in finding the RIGHT fit for your teamResources How to Hire and Train Virtual Assistants (Ep. 352)How to Leverage Virtual Assistants to Scale Your Hosting Business (Ep. 407)Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive, and Build Your Dream Business by Chris DuckerThe One Thing by Gary KellerThe 4-Hour Workweek by Timothy Ferriss5 Multitasking Myths Debunked, Plus 6 Ways to be Productive Without Task SwitchingVirtual Staff FinderRingCentralDISC Assessment by Tony RobbinsEmail team@overnightsuccess.io See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Your host, Mike Acker, talks with Jonathon Kendall of Virtual Worker Now. Virtual Worker Now is a massive team of world-class experts from all around the globe. Specializing in 9 skill sets, VWN Specialists know how to make businesses work better, scale faster, and make more money.To learn more about Jonathon's work, visit https://virtualworkernow.com/

Shownotes can be found at https://www.profitwithlaw.com/304.   In this episode, Moshe Amsel is excited to celebrate the 3 year anniversary of the Profit with Law Podcast! For this special anniversary episode, the Profit with Law team has compiled highlights from the most popular episodes. These soundbites are the best of the best and you don't want to miss it!   7:12 - Episode 221 - Grow Your Law Firm Using Task Management for Teams with David Zumpano   13:51 - Episode 184 - Pricing, Profits, and Payment Plans with Richard Formoe   19:34 - Episode 56 - Live Marketing Q&A from the Law Firm Growth Summit Day 1 with Mark Homer, Gordon Firemark, Charles Krugel and Neil Tyra   24:46 - Episode 164 - A Lawyer's Path to Wealth with David Bitton   30:43 - Episode 232 - Profit from Business: The Value of Understanding Your Numbers with Brooke Lively   35:20 - Episode 128 - Doubling Your Revenue with Virtual Staff with Brett Trembly   40:33 - Episode 166 - Hope is Not a Good Strategy for Growing Your Law Firm with Michael Duffy   45:31 - Episode 131 - Best Of: Getting Over 1,000 Google Reviews with Sam Mollaei   51:45 - Episode 252 - Niching Down, Setting a Goal, and Living in the Moment with Melissa Shanahan   58:38 - Episode 242 - Get Your Clients from Contact to Consultation with Jan Roos Resources mentioned:   The Law Firm Growth Formula - http://thelawfirmgrowthformula.com/   Episode 221 - Grow Your Law Firm Using Task Management for Teams with David Zumpano -https://www.profitwithlaw.com/221   Episode 184 - Pricing, Profits, and Payment Plans with Richard Formoe - https://www.profitwithlaw.com/184   Episode 56 - Live Marketing Q&A from the Law Firm Growth Summit Day 1 with Mark Homer, Gordon Firemark, Charles Krugel and Neil Tyra - https://www.profitwithlaw.com/056   Episode 164 - A Lawyer's Path to Wealth with David Bitton - https://www.profitwithlaw.com/164   Episode 232 - Profit from Business: The Value of Understanding Your Numbers with Brooke Lively -  https://www.profitwithlaw.com/232   Episode 128 - Doubling Your Revenue with Virtual Staff with Brett Trembly - https://www.profitwithlaw.com/128   Episode 166 - Hope is Not a Good Strategy for Growing Your Law Firm with Michael Duffy - https://www.profitwithlaw.com/166   Episode 131 - Best Of: Getting Over 1,000 Google Reviews with Sam Mollaei - https://www.profitwithlaw.com/131   Episode 252 - Niching Down, Setting a Goal, and Living in the Moment with Melissa Shanahan - https://www.profitwithlaw.com/252   Episode 242 - Get Your Clients from Contact to Consultation with Jan Roos - https://www.profitwithlaw.com/242 Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lawfirmgrowthsummit/   To request a show topic, recommend a guest or ask a question for the show, please send an email to info@dreambuilderfinancial.com.   Connect with Moshe on: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/moshe.amsel LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mosheamsel/

" Welcome to the 58th episode of Leverage. Join us here as we help you LEVERAGE your business through Virtual Assistants! In this episode, we're bringing back one hell of a ROCKSTAR who co-owns one of the fastest-growing brokerages in Minessota, Mr. Mike Bernier! He will share his systems and processes on consistently recruiting his Virtual staff. He will also go over how he identifies his target agents, sets up meetings, assign follow-ups, and his secret on the Pre-onboarding process! Because let's face it, we all have the same amount of time in a day, but it seems like some manage to fit so much more into theirs. Recruiting could be the answer to this, so don't miss this jam-packed episode!

" Welcome to the 58th episode of Leverage. Join us here as we help you LEVERAGE your business through Virtual Assistants! In this episode, we're bringing back one hell of a ROCKSTAR who co-owns one of the fastest-growing brokerages in Minessota, Mr. Mike Bernier! He will share his systems and processes on consistently recruiting his Virtual staff. He will also go over how he identifies his target agents, sets up meetings, assign follow-ups, and his secret on the Pre-onboarding process! Because let's face it, we all have the same amount of time in a day, but it seems like some manage to fit so much more into theirs. Recruiting could be the answer to this, so don't miss this jam-packed episode! "

In a property management company, recruiting and maintaining staff members who fit within the company culture is one of the biggest business challenges. Most of us in the post pandemic world are running hybrid if not fully remote work routines so there is no reason to be tied by geographic boundaries. On this episode of Property Management Brainstorm, Bob speaks with Pete Neubig, CEO at VPM Solutions, about finding and retaining talent in your property management company. VPM Solutions is an online placement, payment, and training platform dedicated exclusively to the property management industry, to connect employers with virtual assistants.Topics Covered[2:55] Pete introduces himself and company, VPM Solutions.[6:25] What is going on with the “big quit” and why is it so hard to find good people to fill open positions in our companies?[12:30]  Pete explains how VPM Solutions works and walk us through the process of finding virtual employee candidates.[14:45] What is a Virtual Assistant and what are the positions within property management companies which a VA could be hired to fill?[18:00]  What is the typical savings a company may see in hiring a virtual staff member and why?[21:50] Are employers at risk at all in getting flagged by state employment regulators?[25:48] Differences between VPM Solutions and other virtual assistant companies.[27:50] What's involved in getting started with VPM Solutions and how much does it cost?[31:40] Pete talks about his side hustle as the host of NARPM Radio and tells a great story about his positive experiences in training and participating in Triathalons.Connect with Pete Neubighttps://www.vpmsolutions.com/Connect with Bob PrestonProperty Management Companies in San Diegohttps://www.ncpropertygroup.com/This episode is always available for listening, sharing, or download at Property Management Brainstorm. Subscribe to Property Management Brainstorm on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify,  TunedIn,  iHeart Radio and YouTube.

Thembi started her business with a mission to empower women. Her purpose was so important to her that it drove her through some of the roughest challenges entrepreneurship has to offer. Thembi's journey taught her what it means to be a true leader. And she's sharing her biggest lessons in this episode. This is one you don't wanna miss. Can't-Miss Moments From This Episode:“Danger, danger! Run away!” — Your feedback could be unintentionally sending your  team into a Fright-Flight-Freeze response. We breakdown how to change your approach to get results without the life-or-death pressure.  When her agency was dealing with a 26% refund rate and daily resignations, Thembi thought about throwing in the towel… but there was one thing that kept her going. (This is what you need to stay motivated when biz is tough and cash isn't flowing.) Mini-rant coming at ya: I'm so tired of this shitty advice. You are NOT one magical hire away from all your problems being solved. Thembi didn't take this advice and neither should you (here's why).   Thembi tried the promote-to-motivate strategy and learned a valuable lesson on what people can and can't be trained on. Listen to her story to get the most out of your promotions. Your business is like a garden: you can't yell at the plants for not growing! Thembi's garden analogy sets up a phenomenal strategy you can use to improve team dynamics. This one is jam-packed full of advice. Don't miss out - listen now!Thembi's Bio:Thembi Bheka is the founder of Virtual Staff on Demand, an organization that trains African women from abusive backgrounds to work as virtual assistants. She is on a mission to empower 1 million women by 2025. Thembi has inspired others to delegate effectively and work on their zone of genius* on several platforms that include Inbound, Jeff Walker's LaunchCon, Tribe Live by Stu McLaren, Smart Passive Income, and Podfest Expo to name a few. Thembi has hosted multiple virtual events that has included Dean Graziosi, Bari Baumgardner, Pete Vargas as speakers. She is known to inspire, motivate and get the audience to take action. When Thembi isn't busy helping entrepreneurs scale with no overwhelm, she enjoys spending time with her two children and traveling on road trips. Thembi lives between beautiful Kelowna, Canada, and Bulawayo, Zimbabwe.Resources and links mentioned:Thembi's siteThembi's free giftCome kick ass with me:Permission to Kick Ass websiteAngie's Facebook PageAngie on InstaAngie on YouTubeDownload this episode

Entrepreneurs often suffer from "superhero syndrome"—the misconception that to be successful, they must do everything themselves. Not only are they the boss, but also the salesperson, HR manager, copywriter, operations manager, online marketing guru, and so much more. It's no wonder why so many people give up the dream of starting a business—it's just too much for one person to handle. But outsourcing expert and "Virtual CEO," Chris Ducker knows how you can get the help you need with resources you can afford. Small business owners, consultants, and online entrepreneurs don't have to go it alone when they discover the power of building teams of virtual employees to help run, support, and grow their businesses. Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive, and Build Your Dream Business is the step-by-step guide every entrepreneur needs to build his or her business with the asset of working with virtual employees. Focusing on business growth, Ducker explains every detail you need to grasp, from figuring out which jobs you should outsource to finding, hiring, training, motivating, and managing virtual assistants. With additional tactics and online resources, Virtual Freedom is the ultimate resource of the knowledge and tools necessary for building your dream business with the help of virtual staff.  

Episode Overview:- The myths around hiring virtual workers- The art of delegation and how can someone get better at delegating tasks- How to know if a virtual assistant (VA) is a good fit, and how to qualify a candidate better- The challenges you may, or may not, experience with outsourcing and/or team management - Mistakes that new business owners or new virtual assistants make- The key platforms, tools, and strategies necessary to build an online presence as a remote workerAbout OxanaOxana Romanyuk is the founder and CEO of Remote Rockstars®, which offers high-end online business management and professional virtual assistant services to visionary entrepreneurs, industry experts, and coaches. Oxana works with her home-grown team of rockstar account managers and virtual assistants, helping entrepreneurs systematize and grow their businesses. She's trained countless virtual assistants and has helped multiple entrepreneurs grow their businesses, reach more people, and impact the world. Connect w/ OxanaWebsiteEmailFacebook Business PageFacebook Group PageInstagramSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/corporate-quitter/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Shownotes can be found at https://www.profitwithlaw.com/249.   Do you feel burned out and overworked? Do you want to hire someone, but are scared to make the investment? Do you feel like you have to do everything? If you resonated with these questions, then this is the episode for you. In this exciting episode, Moshe Amsel interviews Brett Trembly, the founding partner of Trembly Law Firm and the co-founder of Get Staffed Up. Moshe and Brett address all the hesitations of hiring and share how you can use virtual staff to jumpstart the growth of your law firm. Resources mentioned:   Get Staffed Up - Get a $500 Discount When You Mention This Podcast  - https://profitwithlaw.com/getstaffedup Smith.ai - Use Code PROFITLAW100 to Receive a discount - https://smith.ai/ Episode 122 - Virtual Paralegal Services with Jaclyn Foster - http://profitwithlaw.com/122 Lawclerk - https://www.lawclerk.legal/ Free to Focus by Michael Hyatt - https://www.profitwithlaw.com/freetofocusbook Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lawfirmgrowthsummit/   To request a show topic, recommend a guest or ask a question for the show, please send an email to info@dreambuilderfinancial.com.   Connect with Moshe on: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/moshe.amsel LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mosheamsel/

Chris Ducker | Virtual Freedom | Book Review by Lisa Woodruff of Organize 365 On Mondays, I will be posting a podcast recording of previously recorded book reviews. These are books that have impacted me that I want to share with you. In September, I review the books that helped me to build the Dream Team I have today. Business leadership and team building are one of my favorite parts of being a CEO. I also share how I found and use a highly skilled executive assistant to improve my own productivity. I share about how I have searched for and added team members, how we delegate, and how we are navigating the different stages of building a business. This week, I am reviewing Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive, and Build Your Dream Business by Chris Ducker. I have been lucky enough to have been coached by Chris. This book will talk you through learning to delegate and outsource.  When I talk with women business owners, I share that it is often easier to outsource household tasks (cleaning, laundry, meal prep) than it is to build a business team. The book teaches you how to make “3 Lists to Freedom” and ensure you are focusing on the most important tasks in your business. I discuss these lists in the video and how to apply them to work and home. The best part of the book is that Chris tells you how to hire a virtual assistant and delegate your tasks. You can also watch this as a video review on YouTube.  Follow me on Goodreads! If you are interested in trying Audible for audiobooks, you can get a free trial with my affiliate link.

Justin Nelson started in Real Estate at 16 years old as an Inside Sales Agent and Marketing Director for a Real Estate company based in Denver, CO. At 19 he pursued his Real Estate License and within 3 years had taken over the team which lead him to launching his own Real Estate coaching company.During that time, Justin struggled with and overcame addictions to drugs and alcohol while coping with the pressures of being a young entrepreneur surrounded by older professionals. He bounced back stronger than ever and created a multi-million dollar corporation that hires thousands of people each year. At 23 years old Justin launched Sphere Rocket VA to help both Real Estate agents and businesses in all sectors acquire Virtual Assistant talent from overseas, specifically the Philippines.Ultimately, he became filled with a greater sense of purpose and an unwavering conviction that if he can achieve success, anyone can.You can learn more about Justin Nelson and his mission at www.sphererocketva.com/virtual-assistantKey podcast notes:When a small business owner should expand their team. Whether it's the 1st, 2nd, or 100th employee, and how to do it with high profitability.Best management & hiring practices learned after hiring 1200 Virtual Employees.Top mistakes made when hiring Virtual Staff, on both the employer and employee side.Many tasks that used to be solely done in person can now be done virtually. What state-of-the-art tasks can a VA perform since the popularity of remote work has exploded?Why small business owners should be looking to bigger corporations when making decisions. Why has big business been outsourcing lower dollar hour work for the last 30+ years and how small business owners are just now realizing the power of outsourcing.The pros and cons of a VA that is overseas. What is the reality of what is going on behind the scenes? What does the actual hard costs look like, % cost savings, the ability for the VA to get the job done & what level of talent can actually be found?How to manage a VA. What can they bring to the table when comparing the different types of job hires you should make?What does the wages we pay the VA to provide them in terms of living standards etc.? We partner with companies that want to make sure everyone within their organization is growing and thriving financially and sometimes there can be a stigma when a VA is willing to accept a lower dollar per hour rate than most could fathom in a USA based economy.Tips on scaling a 7 Figure Company within 16 Months, with no outside funding, by utilizing top-performing software programs for adapting in a world of ever-evolving online communication.

006- Karen Po, From a Nursing Graduate, Taking Leadership Roles As a Virtual Staff to a Virtual Assistant Agency Owner– Hire A Millennial Virtual Assistant Podcast with Karen Po and John Marzan Episode 006After years of being a call center agent, Karen transitioned to becoming a Virtual Assistant,  This transition gave her a newfound sense of freedom and began taking Leadership Roles. She has spent the past five years working on leveraging her skills as she is thirsty for knowledge and a desire to grow professionally by learning. Karen also has proven experience in handling Human Resources, has in-depth knowledge of expertise, and well-grounded guidance on managing remote workers. Everything Karen Po has done in the past has led her to this amazing opportunity - Leading people. Over the years she has learned that being a leader needs to be fast-paced and has dynamic decision-making. Now, as CEO, she's taken all of her experience and learnings to make a huge impact, by helping others succeed.Karen started her Virtual Assistant Matchmaking Career. Her mission is to be the most trusted source of information in the VA industry. She promotes a high standard of excellence within their Organization, which not only benefits current and future virtual assistants but those they serve - the client.Because you can't do it all yourself, She is there to assist you as a Virtual Assistant Matchmaker. Clients come to her at a tipping point, launching the next phase of their life and business while creating multiple income streams. Whether it is telemarketing, managing current projects, dealing with your personal or business to-do's, or even expanding your clients' coaching/consulting practice. Clients seek her out to find the right VA to meet their current and future needs. She provides peace of mind for clients who don't have the time to get it right and can't afford to get it wrong.Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week's show:Overcoming the fear of bad feedbackWhere can you gather inspiration and information to get you started on the right foot?How to change your mindset and stay focusedShe shares the ups and downs of her life, both personal and professional.Connect with Karen at: www.vaflix.comEmail: support@vaflix.comCall me: +1 323 955 1001

Shownotes can be found at https://www.profitwithlaw.com/200.   We are celebrating our 200th episode by highlighting 5 of our top downloaded interviews. Join us for a trip down memory lane and we hope you enjoy the show. Resources mentioned:   Episode 105: Effectuating Real Change through Courses with Joey Vitale - https://www.profitwithlaw.com/105 Episode 49: Getting Over 1,000 Google Reviews with Sam Mollaei - https://www.profitwithlaw.com/049   Episode 184: Pricing, Profits, and Payment Plans with Richard Formoe - https://www.profitwithlaw.com/184   Episode 164: A Lawyer’s Path to Wealth with David Bitton - https://www.profitwithlaw.com/164   Episode 128: Doubling Your Revenue with Virtual Staff with Brett Trembly - https://www.profitwithlaw.com/128 Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lawfirmgrowthsummit/   To request a show topic, recommend a guest or ask a question for the show, please send an email to info@dreambuilderfinancial.com.   Connect with Moshe on: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/moshe.amsel LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mosheamsel/

Welcome to the fourteenth episode of Leverage. Join us here as we help you leverage your business through Virtual Assistants! In this episode, we're bringing in a certified BALLER, who co-owns one of the fastest-growing brokerages in Minnesota, Mr. Mike Bernier! He will share his systems and processes on how he consistently recruits his Virtual Staff. Plus, he will go over how he identifies his target agents, setting up meetings, assigning follow-ups, and his secret on the Pre-onboarding process! Because let's face it, we all have the same amount of time in a day, but it seems like some manage to fit so much more into theirs. Recruiting could be the answer to this, so don't miss this jam-packed episode!

Find full show notes and links at: https://camphacker.tv/camp-code/virtual-staff-training-2Staff training is a brave new world. Let's explore it together.We did it! We are a year into physically distancing ourselves from one another and interacting mostly virtually! Although this is not something I would normally celebrate, it has given our hosts plenty to think about, specifically when it comes to facilitating training for your staff. We've been there, enjoying a school lecture or perhaps engaged in a positive work session and then the meeting ends abruptly due to time constraints. Ruby recommends that we all focus on building a routine into our training, and have a phase-out process that allows participants to know the meeting is ending by helping them transition from training session to individual reflection. Perhaps a google doc, a slack or something supplemental to allow excited camp leaders to be involved event after the meeting has ended. We're all going to be sitting in front of a computer for long periods of time during camp training this summer, so Gabz recommends investing into a nice camera and microphone. Nothing is worse than holding your face close to the screen so others can hear you in that sub-par laptop microphone, so invest in tech to make your camp training a success. Below are some of Gabrielle's favourites from the tech she's tested out. Canon M50 click hereSigma 16mm f/1.4 lens click hereThronmax Mdrill One Pro mic click hereBeth reminds us that we live in a 3D world where camp training usually consists of using the space and objects around you to facilitate training. In a virtual world, training can quickly become repetitive, so get creative! Hook your iPad to the meeting as a whiteboard, have an activity that and instructions set up on the screen for when participants arrive. Turn that 2D video into a greater depth of knowledge!-So, if you've made it here, you're obviously interested in what tips and tricks our pros have, so for more info, listen to the podcast today! We hope you love this episode of Camp Code! If you do, please consider subscribing to the show, and leaving us a rating in your Podcast app. It's SO easy, just head to https://ratethispodcast.com/campcode-Best Practice for Leadership TrainingFrom Ruby ComptonCamp is going to be different this year and taking care of yourself is just as important as always. In a world where regular temperature readings are normal, let's use the technology literally at our fingertips to help us track our temperature, heart rate and anything else that could be useful. Absolutely there is an app for it, making tracking easier than ever. Ruby also recommends a glass of lemon water in the morning to kick start your day and ignite your metabolism.-Your Hosts:Beth Allison, Camp Consultant - Go Camp ProRuby Compton, Chief Exploration Officer - Ruby OutdoorsGabrielle Raill, Camp Director - Camp Ouareau

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Find full show notes and links at: https://camphacker.tv/camp-code/virtual-staff-training-1Virtual staff training is a brave new world. Let’s explore it together.Over the last year, virtual sessions have become way too familiar. We know that camp staff have already spent a lot more time meeting virtually regardless as businesses have switched to virtual work and educators have shifted learning to online. Unfortunately, this is not going away yet as most camp leaders are most likely learning how to facilitate virtual training. We’ve got your backOur hosts Beth, Ruby and Gabrielle are here to help you plan the inevitable conundrum of virtual training. We’re already spending countless hours in front of screens, so as leaders we need to find new interactive ways to train our staff. Ruby brings up a great point, go asynchronous! Provide the content for your staff to consume on their time. We obviously know the importance of podcasts, you could use these to provide brief learning sessions! Get creative, use videos, Tik Tok or even traditional presentations with perhaps your audio recordings built-in! Gabrielle reminds us to focus on what’s important for our staff to be able to deliver a fun, safe summer for our campers. As leaders, the content we learn online to prepare for summer may not necessarily be the same content we want to provide to our staff. Remind yourself, your role is to create a foundation of why your staff and campers go to camp. Create connections with yourself, your staff and your campers. Beth reminds us that as we being to train online, we cannot forget to play online. Find ways to build in collaboration. The editor recommends virtual escape rooms and imagination. Even Alexa (yep, that AI speaker in your home) can do free, virtual escape rooms. Have a team work together to solve the puzzle and put in a rule that only one person can click through the virtual room or give the audible commands to alexa to get your team out. Remember, this blog is just a highlight reel, to get the full benefit from our experts, listen in today! -We hope you love this episode of Camp Code! If you do, please consider subscribing to the show, and leaving us a rating in your Podcast app. It’s SO easy, just head to https://ratethispodcast.com/campcode-Best Practice for Leadership TrainingFrom Gabrielle RaillWe’re used to being pulled in every direction at the same time, yet we struggle to say no. Rather than saying YES right away, ask three questions that could either apply to mental or financial wellness. You need to find ways to take care of yourself. Summer is coming and we all know as camp leaders that when summer comes, the moments to take care of yourself can be few and far in-between.-Your Hosts:Beth Allison, Camp Consultant - Go Camp ProRuby Compton, Chief Exploration Officer - Ruby OutdoorsGabrielle Raill, Camp Director - Camp Ouareau

British entrepreneur Chris Ducker has experienced the power of a book to grow his business not once, but twice.   His first book, Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive, and Build Your Dream Business, was published in 2014 and continues to sell well today.   Four years later, Chris wrote and self-published Rise Of The Youpreneur: The Definitive Guide to Becoming the Go-To Leader in Your Industry and Building a Future-Proof Business.  Chris is a serial entrepreneur and owns and operates several businesses, including the personal brand education company Youpreneur.com. He employees more than 350 full-time employees. Nowadays he spends most of his time coaching and mentoring successful entrepreneurs, as well as investing in and advising startup companies.  Top Takeaway: Be Strategic About Using Your Book To Grow Your Business  Chris tells Published Author show host Josh Steimle that when Virtual Freedom was published, he didn't want to be tacky or overly obvious in promoting his business Virtual Staff Finder. “I did want to be strategic, but, but I didn't want to be seen to be strategic, if that makes sense,” says Chris.   In the approximately 280 or so pages in the book, Virtual Staff Finder is mentioned only four or five times.   “But this I know for sure is the big deal closer: At the back of the book, we had a resources section. And at the beginning of the book, I said, ‘You're going to see lots and lots of resources mentioned throughout the pages of this book. To save you time skimming back through all of the pages to find them, when you're done reading it, I put them all at the back in a nice convenient list for you, along with website addresses what it's for, etc'.”  At the beginning of the Virtual Freedom's resource section a note appeared referencing a companion guide to the book, downloadable for free at Virtual Staff Finder's website.   Placing the guide on his website meant that thousands of people signed up for it, and in doing so happily submitted their email address to Virtual Freedom.  Chris says his strategy “worked brilliantly. There are 1000s and 1000s of people who have opted in for the companion guide over the last six years. And many, many of them have converted to paying clients.”  He says Virtual Freedom has been so successful because it's: “A no brainer for people to pick that book up, learn what they needed to do and then say: ‘I can either carry on doing what I'm already doing and being overwhelmed and not really getting anywhere. Or I can follow the advice in this book, and go out and find a VA and build my virtual team, or option C is, I can use the author's company to help me do it'.”  With this approach, Chris gathered tons of new clients and about three or four months after that book came out, he literally doubled the size of the team working at Virtual Freedom.   Self-Publishing Is The Way To Go   Chris is a strong advocate of self-publishing, for a number of reasons. First of all, by self-publishing, an entrepreneur retains the rights to their book. Next, speed. With traditional publishing, it can take up to two years for a book to be released - a very long time-frame in the world of an entrepreneur.   Use a Developmental Editor   Regardless of which route an entrepreneur selects, Chris says that: “My big piece of advice, whether you go traditional or you self-publish, is that you must hire a developmental editor to work with you on the book.   “This isn't an editor who will check for spelling and punctuation and grammar, and all that stuff. Yeah, you should definitely get somebody to look over that side of things as well,” he explains. “This is a developmental editor, someone who can read the book, chapter by chapter, and help you develop a better book.   Links  LinkedIn  Twitter  Instagram  Facebook  ChrisDucker.com  SUBSCRIBE TO PUBLISHED AUTHOR PODCAST  If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe. And if you want to spread the word, please give us a five-star rating review and tell your friends to subscribe, too. We're available on Apple podcasts, Spotify, and everywhere else you listen to podcasts.   And if you're an entrepreneur interested in writing and publishing a nonfiction book to grow your business or make an impact, visit PublishedAuthor.com for show notes for this podcast and other free resources.  Twitter  Youtube  Facebook.com  Linkedin.com  Instagram.com  Josh Steimle  Josh Steimle - LinkedIn  Josh Steimle's book: Chief Marketing Officers At Work

Every business and business owner hits a point where they can't do it all themselves. Virtual Staffing is a way to accelerate your business growth. But not all Virtual Assistants and Virtual Staff are created equal. Learn best practices to drive your business.About Denise CaganAs a 25 year veteran entrepreneur, there are many lessons that have been learned over the years. The first lesson was about delegation and outsourcing when I attempted to do my SCorp business taxes after switching from a sole proprietor. I quickly learned that proper accounting, bookkeeping, and payroll services are a must!Now as an owner of a company that provides outsource solutions, I am reminded of that everyday. Our services and our team, helps our clients grow. Not only are we really good at this, we do it all remotely before it was necessary to work remotely.I am happy to share my success with managing a remote team for the last 10 years. Just ask her how. Learn more about Denise VCA Virtual.About Tim KubiakNeed some Sales Help?P.S. Whenever you’re ready... here are 4 ways I can help you grow your business:1. Subscribe to the PodcastTwice a week we talk to founders, innovators, entrepreneurs business owners, and of course sales leaders — about how they built, scaled, and grew their businesses. Apple, Spotify, or any of your favorite podcast services.2. Join the Sales Minute Facebook Group and connect with other Top Performing Sales Professionals who are focused on growing their sales tooIt’s our new Facebook community where smart salespeople, leaders, and owners learn to win more deals, get more income, and have a more fulfilling career. — Click Here3. Join our 2021 Velocity Program and close your Must-Win Deals.If you're not absolutely certain who the decisions makers are and what their buying criteria are in your top 3 opportunities I can help. I’m working with a few clients for the next 12 weeks to help win their deals and hit their goals — without a crazy amount of new prospecting, social media BS, or magic. If you want to accelerate your income and book of business, have an existing set of customers and prospects email me at tim@timkubiak.com the word "Velocity" and I'll get you all the details.4. Work with me and my team privatelyIf you’d like to work directly with me and my team to take your from where it is and grow it by 6 to 7 figures... just email or send me a message and with the word “Private”... tell me a little about your business and what you’d like to work on together, and I’ll get you all the details.

Shownotes can be found at https://www.profitwithlaw.com/182.   Lawyers always have a lot on their plate. When working in a law firm, you will inevitably need help from other legal professionals for particular cases. However, we tend to hold on to the thought that we can do everything by ourselves, and we get burnt out before we ask for help. By outsourcing to a freelance lawyer, you can be more efficient and save yourself from being overwhelmed without breaking the bank. In today’s episode, Lisa Solomon joins Moshe Amsel to talk about how she started and her work as a freelance attorney. She discusses her three-tier hourly rate structure that is efficient for freelance work. Lisa then shares two great pieces of advice that will get you started with outsourcing. If you’re interested to know more about freelance legal practice and outsourcing, then this episode is for you!   Resources mentioned: This episode is sponsored by LawFundAR. The easy and simple way to add payment plans to your practice with no risk to you. Get paid up front and still add the value of payment plan options for your clients. Learn more at lawfundar.com/profitwithlaw.   Episode 128 - Doubling Your Revenue with Virtual Staff with Brett Trembly Connect with Lisa: Website | Email | 914-595-6575 How to Work with Freelance Lawyers to Increase Profits, Decrease Stress and Get Your Life Back LexisNexis LawClerk Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lawfirmgrowthsummit/   To request a show topic, recommend a guest or ask a question for the show, please send an email to info@dreambuilderfinancial.com.   Connect with Moshe on: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/moshe.amsel LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mosheamsel/

In today’s episode, Sean Connolly talks about his not so usual journey of scaling to a multi- million dollar portfolio and the lessons and tools he’s acquired over the past 8 years. Sean provides his advice on investing in certain southside markets as a new investor and if you’re not doing volume, why it’s so important to control your material cost. Sean also provides his thoughts on the imminent future of the Chicago real estate market. Lastly, he explains the role and significance of virtual assistants and how they can help you scale. Listen in to hear all that he has to say, and if you learn something, hit that 5 star button. If you want to see how we can improve your property performance, check us out at GC Realty & Development, LLC.: Chicago Property Management, Chicago Homes for Rent. Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Sponsor: GC Realty & Development Guest: Sean Connolly of the Scale Virtually: Home | Email Sean | Call Sean Link: Emerging Real Estate Markets: How to Find and Profit from Up-and-Coming Areas   Link: Scale Virtually: Home   Link: Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive, and Build Your Dream Business   Link: Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business: Wickman, Gino: 0783324916904   Link: Who Not How: The Formula to Achieve Bigger Goals Through Accelerating Teamwork   Link: The Experience Transformer - Fillable PDF   Link: Straight Up Chicago Investor Club | FB Group ----------------- Guest Questions Guest Introduction 6:25 Where have you been investing over the past 8 years? 7:50 Why move from Austin to the southside? 10:00 Are you mostly flipping or holding? 10:25 How did you do your first 50 units in Austin? 11:18 What is your outlook on the Chicago housing market?19:10 How did you start using virtual assistants to scale? 27:18 At what point can an early investor get involved with a virtual assistant? 33:30 Tell us about your bad cash for keys experience? 39:55   Wrap Up Questions What is your competitive advantage? 43:04 What is one piece of advice you would give a new investor? 44:00 What do you do for fun? 44:55 What is a good self development activity you would recommend? 45:25 Can you name someone who you’d recommend as a resource? 46:00 How can we learn more about you? 47:10 That’s our show! Thanks for taking the time to listen and please leave us a 5 star review. Also consider joining our facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/3265227216848263 ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2020.

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164. Hubstaff | Dave Nevogt is the Co-Founder of Hubstaff, which helps virtual teams communicate better through automatic time and activity tracking. He runs the day to day marketing, operations, and support for the company. Hubstaff is currently a team of 25 across marketing, development and support that are driven by changing the way remote teams work and communicate.This Episode is Sponsored By:Freshbooks invoicing and accounting software is designed specifically for small business owners. Freshbooks grows alongside your business, so you’ll always have the tools you need when you need them without ever having to learn the ins and outs of accounting. Try it FREE for thirty days, no catch and no credit card required, just go to: millionaire-interviews.com/freshbooksOrgain is a brand that makes clean and nutritional products. Orgain will choose 3 deserving startups and grant them $50,000 each to take their businesses to the next level. If you think you’re a good fit for this grant, please visit: millionaire-interviews.com/orgainOn Episode 104, Eric Gilbert Williams talks about his journey from rock-bottom to building and selling a multi-million dollar business. Now, Eric is taking his business experience and coaching entrepreneurs like you, so you can increase your bottom line. For a limited time, you can book a complimentary one-on-one session with Eric to find solutions for your business, no strings attached, simply visit: millionaire-interviews.com/egw-coaching Want to Support the Show? Well we'd love for you to join our Patreon Group!  What's in it for you?  Well you'll instantly get a scheduled call from Austin, where he'll help you with your current or future business... Sign-Up Now at millionaire-interviews.com/patreon.

Today is juicy my friend...I have a special guest, Thembi Bheka, on to share how to build INSTANT authority in your niche and grow your list fast...buckle up cause this is a good one! She's only my SECOND repeat guest ever...and you'll hear why in this episode! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Thembi's Scale Your Business Challenge: scaleyourbusinesssummit.com/matt Thembi's Virtual Staff on Demand: mattmcwilliams.com/vsd

If you're like one of my listeners, Todd Rich, and you've been trying to scale your side hustle business, working nights and weekends, but you're doing it on a limited budget, listen up. I walk Todd (and you) through step-by-step on how I did it and coach others to do it today. If you’re tired of spinning your wheels and spending more and more time to get the same results, this is the episode for you! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Get Friday Virtual Assistants: mattmcwilliams.com/getfriday Virtual Staff on Demand: mattmcwilliams.com/vsd Find Affiliates Now: findaffiliatesnow.com Ask Me a Question: asktheaffiliateguy.com

Join Therese and Thembi in this very inspirational episode. Thembi shares her journey of traveling to Zimbabwe and using her gifts to teach the women there how to be virtual assistant and have businesses that could sustain them.Thembi Bheka is the founder of Virtual Staff On Demand, an organisation that trains women in Africa as virtual assistants and connects them with jobs in North America. She is on a mission to empower 1 million women by 2025, so money is never a reason a woman is stuck in an abusive relationship.Thembi was voted the Launch Club (Jeff Walker's community) Spokesperson for the year by 1000 entrepreneurs. Thembi has inspired others at live events including PLF Live 2019, LaunchCon 2018, REIN, African High Tea, and the upcoming Inbound 2019.She has featured on top-rated podcasts including Cashflow Ninja and Her Success Radio that have also featured top entrepreneurs that include Kim Kiyosaki, Kevin Harrington, Ali Brown and Marie Forleo, to name a few.When Thembi isn't busy helping others reconnect with their passion and grow their businesses, she enjoys spending time with her two children and traveling on road trips. She also is a volunteer with Kelowna Community Resources- a government organization that helps new immigrants settle in Canada. Thembi lives between beautiful Kelowna, Canada, and Bulawayo, Zimbabwe.Check out Virtual Staff on Demand if you're ready to scale up your business with the help of trained Tech VA's.>> https://virtualstaffondemand.com/FREEBIE: How To Professionally Work With A VA -- Download The Guide >> https://thembi.kartra.com/page/Tal168Get Social with Thembi:Facebook >> https://www.facebook.com/TMBheka/LinkedIn >> https://www.linkedin.com/in/thembibheka/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Shownotes can be found at https://www.profitwithlaw.com/128.   Do you feel burned out and overworked? Do you want to hire someone, but are scared to make the investment? Do you feel like you have to do everything? If you resonated with these questions, then this is the episode for you. In this exciting episode, Moshe Amsel interviews Brett Trembly, the founding partner of Trembly Law Firm and the co-founder of Get Staffed Up. Moshe and Brett address all the hesitations of hiring and share how you can use virtual staff to jumpstart the growth of your law firm.   Resources mentioned:   The Law Firm Growth Incubator - http://profitwithlaw.com/incubator   Get Staffed Up - Get a $500 Discount When You Mention This Podcast  - https://getstaffedup.com/vip   Smith.ai - Use Code PROFITLAW100 to Receive a discount - https://smith.ai/   Episode 122 - Virtual Paralegal Services with Jaclyn Foster - http://profitwithlaw.com/122 Lawclerk - https://www.lawclerk.legal/   Free to Focus by Michael Hyatt - https://www.profitwithlaw.com/freetofocusbook Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lawfirmgrowthsummit/   To request a show topic, recommend a guest or ask a question for the show, please send an email to info@dreambuilderfinancial.com.   Connect with Moshe on: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/moshe.amsel LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mosheamsel/

Does virtual staff training bring you to tears? Well have no fear, Michael Brandwein is here!Among the many things on camp owners' minds during the current landscape related to summer camp and COVID-19 is what this means for staff and staff training. If we have to pivot from how we've traditionally trained staff, how we can execute a staff training that is engaging, effective, sets the tone for the culture of our staff - all from a new virtual platform? It can be overwhelming. Not only do we have to think of technological logistics, how are we going to keep the same sort of intentionality, feeling of togetherness and camaraderie that our teams are used to?Well, when it comes to problems, who else to help us than the man who teaches us to say, “this is just a problem, and we're great at solving problems!”.  That's right! We are thrilled to have Michael Brandwein on our podcast today to share his insight, knowledge and enthusiasm with camp owners as we take on this and challenging opportunity to innovate. Michael has truly stepped up to support the camp industry during the COVID-19 pandemic and we're grateful for the time he spent here with us on the show and we're so grateful.See what else Michael is up to on May 12th, 13th and May 26th with ACA Illinois.“Brandwein on Training: The Step-by-Step System for Planning & Presenting Your Best Staff Training Ever”(May 13, Day Two Optional Bonus Discussion/Practice Session, Live at 1:30-4:00 p.m.) www.acail.org/beststafftraining“Super Staff SuperVision: The Top Techniques to Lead Staff to Professional Performance.”(May 27, Day Two Optional Bonus Discussion/Practice Session, Live at 1:30-4:30 p.m.) www.acail.org/superstaff-What are you going to do to make online staff training successful? Let us know in the comments!-What Inspires You? Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.Howie: Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution on NetflixKelly: Untamed by Glennon Doyle - https://amzn.to/33nVGkzMichael: Good Neighbour: The Life and Work of Fred Rogers by Maxwell King & The Splendid and the Vile: A Saga of Churchill, Family, and Defiance During the Blitz by Erik Larson-Host Links:Hosts: Howie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin HoodKelly Schuna, Owner - Hidden Pines RanchGuest:Michael Brandwein - Speaker, Trainer, Author - www.michaelbrandwein.com  -Thanks to our sponsor - CampBrain!CampBrain is a robust camp tool designed not only to manage summer camps, but also manage your conference center and fundraising needs, all in one database. Since 1994 CampBrain has been innovating and constantly adding new features. Look for the Camp Store Module being released this spring. For more information visit them at http://campbrain.com.

In today’s show,  we interview Chris Ducker, founder, Youpreneur and author, Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive, and Build Your Dream Business.  As “work-from-home” becomes the new normal in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak, all of us are struggling to maintain a healthy work-life balance. While it is natural to feel stress and overwhelm in these trying times, Chris shares some simple yet effective measures which can help you boost your productivity and protect your business.  Particularly, listeners will learn how they can avoid some of the most common time sucks as they adjust to a work-from-home lifestyle. Topics discussed in this segment of the show include time blocking and chasing progress over perfection.  Chris shares his example and reveals how he is functioning in “maintenance-mode” right now so that he is well-placed to grow his business once this current crisis subsides.  So, what are some productive ways of utilizing this downtime? Should you get virtual assistance so that you can better concentrate on your core competencies?  We wrap up this show with Chris revealing why “less is more” when it comes to productivity. We hope you enjoy this show!  What You Will Learn In This Show:  How to amplify your brand and business in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak  Does technology amplify or hinder productivity?  Hacks to sustain your productivity while on the road  When are the right time to find help and delegate tasks?  Chris Ducker’s Top Productivity Tip  And much more!  Resources: Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive, and Build Your Dream Business    To see more from Phil: https://www.philmjones.com/words-with-friends/ Want to discover "Exactly" what to say:  https://www.philmjones.com/sales-training-books/

How do get virtual training right? Because we may have to be a little “socially distanced” this staff training.  A mini-pod from the Day Camp Pod!Hey Day Camp Pod fans!We've received a lot of emails this season about wanting more Day Camp Pod goodness. We've heard your cries and are here to deliver!We're going to be experimenting with the “mini-pod” a few times before the end of this season. These short (~20min) episodes will appear every other week in between our usual full-length episodes.In our first mini-pod, Andy is joined by Evan Heltay from Expert Online Training to talk about a subject that is (potentially) more relevant than ever as we work through the COVID-19 era. Whether you are relying on it, or choosing to do it, virtual training is a great way to give staff some of the information that you may not have time to cover in orientation.Thanks to Evan for joining us!-What do you think of the mini-pod? Please let us know by commenting here and leaving us a review at http://ratethispodcast.com/dcp-YOUR HOSTS:Andy Pritikin, Owner/Director - Liberty Lake Day Camp, past president ACA NY/NJ, partner/founder Everwood Day Camp, founder/past president NJ Camps Government Affairs ProjectEvan Heltay, Co-Founder & Director of Operations, Expert Online Training

Dave Nevogt is the Co-Founder of Hubstaff, which helps virtual teams communicate better through automatic time and activity tracking. He runs the day to day marketing, operations, and support for the company. Hubstaff is currently a team of 25 across marketing, development and support that are driven by changing the way remote teams work and communicate. This Episode is Sponsored By: Freshbooks invoicing and accounting software is designed specifically for small business owners. Freshbooks grows alongside your business, so you’ll always have the tools you need when you need them without ever having to learn the ins and outs of accounting. Try it FREE for thirty days, no catch and no credit card required, just go to: millionaire-interviews.com/freshbooks Orgain is a brand that makes clean and nutritional products. Orgain will choose 3 deserving startups and grant them $50,000 each to take their businesses to the next level. If you think you’re a good fit for this grant, please visit: millionaire-interviews.com/orgain On Episode 104, Eric Gilbert Williams talks about his journey from rock-bottom to building and selling a multi-million dollar business. Now, Eric is taking his business experience and coaching entrepreneurs like you, so you can increase your bottom line. For a limited time, you can book a complimentary one-on-one session with Eric to find solutions for your business, no strings attached, simply visit: millionaire-interviews.com/egw-coaching   Want to Support the Show? Well we'd love for you to join our Patreon Group!  What's in it for you?  Well you'll instantly get a scheduled call from Austin, where he'll help you with your current or future business... Sign-Up Now at millionaire-interviews.com/patreon.

Are you doing work you know you should hand off? Do you want to make progress in your manufacturing business but everyday tasks are crowding your schedule? Connecting with virtual teams might be the answer to your problem. In part four of my ongoing series on developing talent and workforce, I am going to share my thoughts and insight on finding and engaging with virtual teams.  In this episode, I will explore some of the things you must consider before bringing on a virtual team. I will also discuss my own experiences working with virtual talent and some of the various places you can go to find talent for your business.  We’ll dive deeper into these concepts: Strategies to help you determine the skills you need fulfilled by virtual team members The importance of defining and understanding your factory’s processes and procedures My own experiences working and engaging with virtual talent Now for some next steps, take some time this week to draft up a list of the things you don’t like doing, don’t know how to do, or shouldn’t be doing. Then start determining which of these items you can hand off to a virtual team member.  Also, be sure to check out the show notes resources to see what sparks your thinking. Next week I will wrap up this series and share some lessons from the book Toyota Talent.   Resources and links mentioned: Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive, and Build Your Dream Business By Chris Ducker Link to a Chris Ducker blog post on 101 tasks you might outsource to a virtual team The Virtual Assistant Solution: Come up for Air, Offload the Work You Hate, and Focus on What You Do Best, By Michael Hyatt Priority VA website Emerald City Productions website Upwork - In Demand Talent on Demand website Fiverr website Task Rabbit website   Connect with Me: LinkedIn Facebook   Please Leave a Rating and Review:Since this podcast is new, I’m asking for Apple Podcasts reviews. Reviews help others discover and learn what Leading the Factory Forward is all about. I thank you so much for being here and I’ll see ya next time on Leading the Factory Forward. — Lynn   *** EPISODE CREDITS: If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment. He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com   

Pink Callers to your cleaning business rescue. If you're no good at closing appointments on the phone and setting up walkthroughs Pink Callers can help. Michelle Myers, CEO of Pink Callers helps residential cleaning business owners with daily admin tasks. It's business automation with virtual assistants trained as your cleaning service support. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsors are Savvy Cleaner Training for house cleaners and maids. And Savvy Perks offering employee discounts to you and your cleaning crew. #SavvyCleaner #PinkCallers *** LEARN MORE ABOUT PINK CALLERS *** https://www.pinkcallers.com *** CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR HOUSE CLEANING TRAINING *** https://SavvyCleaner.com/Calendar-of-Courses *** MOST REQUESTED LIST OF CLEANING STUFF I USE *** https://www.Amazon.com/shop/AngelaBrown   *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** Hire a VA to Scale Your Maid Service with Michelle Myers- ZenMaid - https://youtu.be/BP1zuiPYnzw How to Become a Virtual Assistant in 30 Days - Gillian Perkins - https://youtu.be/q5h74iVLzW4 FREE Virtual Assistant Crash Course! Work from Home Roadmap - https://youtu.be/oMup6XYoq40 Email Management Virtual Assistant - Lauren Golden - https://youtu.be/0y5b5bj9vXM How to Become a Virtual Assistant - Work from Home Roadmap - https://youtu.be/dwVXM5-tc8g   *** GOOD KARMA RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE *** These good karma links connect you to Amazon.com and affiliated sites that offer products or services that relate to today’s show. When you click on the links and buy the items you pay the exact same prices or less than if you found the links on your own elsewhere. The difference is that we make a small commission here at the show for sharing these links with you. So, you create good karma by supporting 8 families who work on this show. Hire the Right Virtual Assistant: How the Right VA Will Make Your Life Easier, Create Time, and Make You More Money - https://amzn.to/3a5PBw4 Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive, and Build Your Dream Business - https://amzn.to/2Tf15Y5 How to Hire a Virtual Assistant: Using a Virtual Assistant to Leverage Time and Freedom in Your Business - r website. Learn More The Ultimate A-Z Guide to Running A Lucrative Virtual Assistant Business in 10 Easy Steps! Beginners Guide to quitting your 9-5 job & getting started in a Work From Home Virtual Assistant Business. - https://amzn.to/2Ro285B Your Virtual Assistant Handbook - https://amzn.to/2taiqGQ *** CONNECT WITH ANGELA ON SOCIAL MEDIA *** LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/savvycleaner/ Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SavvyCleaner Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SavvyCleane Instagram: https://Instagram.com/SavvyCleaner Pinterest: https://Pinterest.com/SavvyCleaner *** GOT A QUESTION FOR A SHOW? *** Email it to Angela[at]AskaHouseCleaner.com Voice Mail: Click on the blue button at https://askahousecleaner.com *** HOUSE CLEANING TIPS VAULT *** (DELIVERED VIA EMAIL) - https://savvycleaner.com/tips *** FREE EBOOK – HOW TO START YOUR OWN HOUSE CLEANING COMPANY *** http://amzn.to/2xUAF3Z *** PROFESSIONAL HOUSE CLEANERS PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/ProfessionalHouseCleaners/ *** VRBO AIRBNB CLEANING FACEBOOK GROUP *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/VRBO.Airbnb.Cleaning/ *** LOOKING FOR WAY TO GET MORE CLEANING LEADS *** https://housecleaning360.com *** WHAT IS ASK A HOUSE CLEANER? *** Ask a House Cleaner is a daily show where you get to ask your house cleaning questions and we provide answers. Learn how to clean. How to start a cleaning business. Marketing and Advertising tips for your cleaning service. How to find top quality house cleaners, housekeepers, and maids. Employee motivation tactics. Strategies to boost your cleaning clientele. Cleaning company expansion help. Time-saving Hacks for DIY cleaners and more. Hosted by Angela Brown, 25-year house cleaning expert and founder of Savvy Cleaner Training for House Cleaners and Maids. *** SPONSORSHIPS & BRANDS *** We do work with sponsors and brands. If you are interested in working with us and you have a product or service that is cohesive to the cleaning industry read this: https://savvycleaner.com/product-review *** THIS SHOW WAS SPONSORED BY *** SAVVY CLEANER - House Cleaner Training and Certification – https://savvycleaner.com MY CLEANING CONNECTION – Your hub for all things cleaning – https://mycleaningconnection.com HOUSECLEANING360.COM – Connecting House Cleaners with Homeowners – https://housecleaning360.com SAVVY PERKS – Employee Benefits for Small Business Owners – https://savvyperks.com VRBO AIRBNB CLEANING – Cleaning tips and strategies for your short-term rental https://TurnoverCleaningTips.com *** VIDEO CREDITS *** VIDEO/AUDIO EDITING: Kristin O https://savvycleaner.com/reviews/kristin-o HOST: Angela Brown https://savvycleaner.com/reviews/angela-brown

Guest’s Background: Originally starting out with a website and design company, Esther Anderson employed virtual staff. Over time they set up ideal processes on how tasks were to be done. They grew their team which resulted in her flying to the Philippines several times to conduct staff training. Esther and her team developed their systems so well, they were able to open up a virtual staff agency where they provide trained staff to clients in different fields. The difference is that the staff are always employed by them and they provide a guarantee on their work standards. The bonus is that they unbox the systems and processes that clients need when first setting up a business. Website: insandoutsofoutsourcing.com How to Attract the Best Virtual Staff Step 1: Define what processes you need your staff to carry out Step 2: Write an effective job description for your ad Step 3: Manage your job ads Step 4: Schedule for interview Step 5: Conduct the interview Step 6: Decide who gets hired Step 7: Test week and probation period  Step 8: Onboarding the new staff member Support the show.

Free Live Webinar Alert !!!! Webinar Title: Online Entrepreneurs; Discover How To Reduce Tech Overwhelm In Your Online Business Our training is starting today! I will be teaching on how you can scale your business and reduce overwhelm in your online business. I am passionate about this training and I don't want you to miss it. I was greatly inspired by the books The 4-Hour Workweek by Tim Ferriss and Chris Ducker's Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive, and Build Your Dream Business. I used to think that for me to be successful I need to do things myself. I soon realized that to be successful I had to stop running a one-man show. My business soon took off and I want to share with you how I did. I reduced tech overwhelm to focus on my zone of genius and you can too. Sign Up for our free live webinar today and start your journey to entrepreneurial bliss. We will be taking a two-day break on the wisdom series to pay special attention to attending to you. It's not too late to sign up, register at virtualstaffondemand.com. See you there!

Welcome to the Small Business talk podcast today. My guest is Esther Anderson a fellow digital agency owner. Esther also runs a virtual staff agency called SMOFONSE, and today we're going to talk -  It’s Time to Scale Up – How To Engage Virtual Staff. Having virtual staff can be both rewarding and challenging. Esther takes us through some common pitfalls and how to prevent them. List to Small Business Talk Podcast Episode 27 for all the details. Enjoy 

Looking for a good book to read this summer? Whether you're looking for books that will move the needle in business or motivate you in life, or maybe you just want to lose yourself in another world, Team Land Geek has your summer reading list covered! Join Mark and Team Geek as they share their recommendations for summer reading. Erik Peterson Mimi Schmidt Mike Zaino Tate Litchfield Scott Todd But first, a Student Spotlight on Larry Overstreet.  Larry paid us the biggest compliment by following some advice he heard about deal breakers in the Round Table episode, Intake Challenges—Dealing With Deal Breakers. Find out the circumstances behind Larry's intake complication, how he faced it and walked away from the deal, a victor! The Land Geek Summer Reading List Mike Maps of Meaning: The Architecture of Belief  - Jordan B. Peterson 12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos - Jordan B. Peterson Principles: Life and Work - Ray Dalio Genghis Khan and the Making of the Modern World - Jack Weatherford Tools of Titans: The Tactics, Routines, and Habits of Billionaires, Icons, and World-Class Performers - Timothy Ferriss Mimi The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics - Daniel James Brown Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive, and Build Your Dream Business -Chris Ducker Erik Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself - Mike Michalowicz Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones - James Clear Willpower Doesn't Work: Discover the Hidden Keys to Success - Benjamin P. Hardy Tate Never Split the Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It - Chris Voss Delivering Happiness: A Path to Profits, Passion, and Purpose - Tony Hsieh Calm the F*ck Down: How to Control What You Can and Accept What You Can't So You Can Stop Freaking Out and Get On With Your Life (No F*cks Given Guides) - Sarah Knight Scott Bad Blood: Secrets and Lies in a Silicon Valley Startup - John Carreyrou The Thirty-six Strategies Of Ancient China - Stefan H. Verstappen The36Strategies.com The 36 Strategies - Wikipedia 45 Master Characters: Mythic Models for Creating Original Characters - Victoria Lynn Schmidt Mark Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams - Matthew Walker PhD The Second Mountain: The Quest for a Moral Life - David Brooks Shantaram: A Novel - Gregory David Roberts TIP OF THE WEEK Mimi: When you run into trouble on Facebook Marketplace, turn off the data on your phone. Then open the Facebook App and click the Marketplace; you might get a message that says something went wrong and try again, but don't press it. Click back, turn your data on, go back to Facebook, and click the try again button. At that point you should be able to get back into to the Marketplace. First thing you should do is find any ads in your support inbox that they've flagged and just get rid of them. Also, clean out your cache on your laptop, everything but passwords. Mark: If you feel like you need to take a nap in the afternoon, take no more than an hour long nap and nothing after 4:00. It will benefit you if you have a sleep deficit. If you're having trouble going to sleep at night, skip the nap, caffeine and alcohol. Isn't it time to create passive income so you can work where you want, when you want and with whomever you want?

Everything changed for Chris at the end of 2009, when he suffered a horrific burnout. He was living like most entrepreneurs, working 14-hour days, six days a week, spending very little time with his family and working ‘in’ his business, instead of ‘on’ it way too much. He loved his business and the focus of building it, but Chris was tired. In every possible way.   Going into 2010, Chris put a 1-year goal in place – to become a Virtual CEO, and replace himself in his business as much as possible by the end of the year. By late November 2010, he achieved the goal. Not only that, but Chris launched another business in the middle of that year, Virtual Staff Finder, as a result of simply listening to his online audience.   Chris now works an average of 6-hours a day, his workweek no longer includes Friday and he gets to spend lots of time with his wife and three awesome children.    In this episode, Karen and Chris discuss: Success Story of Chris Commit to Get Leads A Youpreneur is seen to sell on a consistent, high value basis, in order to bring the leads in on a consistent basis. Consult to Sell Create your ecosystem flexible enough that no matter when someone finds you, they get to work with you to solve their problems. Connect to Build and Grow Build a business based on you, but not reliant on you. Success Thinking, Activities and Vision Build your work around your life, not your life around your work. Sweet Spot of Success     "Everything you create and publish out into the world must either educate, entertain, or inspire. If you can do two or three at the same time, then you’re off to the races."- Chris Ducker     *5 Minute Success - Listener Giveaway*   Go here to receive your FREE Next Step Assessment!     Connect with Chris Ducker:     Twitter: @ChrisDucker   Website: ChrisDucker.com & Youpreneur.com Book: Rise of the Youpreneur Show: Youpreneur with Chris Ducker & Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive, and Build Your Dream Business Instagram: @chrisducker     About the Podcast   Join host Karen Briscoe each week to learn how you can achieve success at a higher level by investing just 5 minutes a day! Tune in to hear powerful, inspirational success stories and expert insights from entrepreneurs, business owners, industry leaders, and real estate agents that will transform your business and life. Karen shares a-ha moments that have shaped her career and discusses key concepts from her book Real Estate Success in 5 Minutes a Day: Secrets of a Top Agent Revealed.     Here’s to your success in business and in life!     Connect with Karen Briscoe:   Twitter: @5MinuteSuccess Facebook: 5MinuteSuccess Website: 5MinuteSuccess.com Email: Karen@5MinuteSuccess.com   5 Minute Success Links   Learn more about Karen’s book, Real Estate Success in 5 Minutes a Day   Karen also recommends Moira Lethbridge's book "Savvvy Woman in 5 Minutes a Day"   Subscribe to 5 Minute Success Podcast   Spread the love and share the secrets of 5 Minute Success with your friends and colleagues!     Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.  

  Brook Borup is an Outsourcing COO, Process Designer, Project Manager, Productivity Consultant, Accountability Coach, and Virtual Staff Manager at My Clone Solution. Brooke was  Driven by the desire to see small business owners spend more time away from their business doing what they love and started My Clone Solution. She realized that small business… Read more

  Brook Borup is an Outsourcing COO, Process Designer, Project Manager, Productivity Consultant, Accountability Coach, and Virtual Staff Manager at My Clone Solution. Brooke was  Driven by the desire to see small business owners spend more time away from their business doing what they love and started My Clone Solution. She realized that small business… Read more

People, who hire maids, are they snooty? Arrogant? Or do they just hate cleaning? Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru says it could be they just don't have time to clean so they hire a maid. Some homeowners do hate cleaning but most have daily chores or a daily cleaning routine. They tidy up but they outsource cleaning - the bigger #cleaning to a house cleaner. It doesn't mean you're entitled if you need help to get organized or clean your house. Lots of people hire maids to do their housework. Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsors are Savvy Cleaner (training and certification for house cleaners and maids.) And HouseCleaning360 (a hub to get more house cleaning referrals and leads.) *** COMPLETE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE *** https://askahousecleaner.com/show *** MORE VIDEOS ON THIS TOPIC *** Why You MUST Hire a Maid and Other Hired Help - Greg Denning, - https://youtu.be/DTm3_SToY8Y 10 Secrets to Hiring a House Cleaning Service! - Clean My Space - https://youtu.be/gR4BiOBJfEc How to Hire a Maid - Top Tips for Homeowners - Angela Brown - https://youtu.be/3HFfFQ7GZmw Questions to Ask When Hiring a Maid or House Cleaner - Angela Brown - https://youtu.be/zbWS8hy2Syw *** RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE *** Raising Grateful Kids in an Entitled World: How One Family Learned That Saying No Can Lead to Life's Biggest Yes - https://amzn.to/2CkZqpW The Me, Me, Me Epidemic: A Step-by-Step Guide to Raising Capable, Grateful Kids in an Over-Entitled World - https://amzn.to/2STLJFt Marketing to the Entitled Consumer: How to Turn Unreasonable Expectations into Lasting Relationships - https://amzn.to/2MaRrQz Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive, and Build Your Dream Business - https://amzn.to/2CxdCfF We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.   *** OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS SHOW *** ITUNES - http://apple.co/2xhxnoj STITCHER - http://bit.ly/2fcm5JM SOUNDCLOUD - http://bit.ly/2xpRgLH GOOGLE PLAY - http://bit.ly/2fdkQd7 YOUTUBE - https://goo.gl/UCs92v *** GOT A QUESTION FOR A SHOW? *** Email it to Angela[at]AskaHouseCleaner.com Voice Mail: Click on the blue button at https://askahousecleaner.com *** HOUSE CLEANING TIPS VAULT *** (DELIVERED VIA EMAIL) - https://savvycleaner.com/tips *** FREE EBOOK – HOW TO START YOUR OWN HOUSE CLEANING COMPANY *** http://amzn.to/2xUAF3Z *** PROFESSIONAL HOUSE CLEANERS PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/ProfessionalHouseCleaners/ *** VRBO AIRBNB CLEANING FACEBOOK GROUP *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/VRBO.Airbnb.Cleaning/ *** LOOKING FOR WAY TO GET MORE CLEANING LEADS *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/HouseCleaning360/ *** FOLLOW ANGELA BROWN ON SOCIAL MEDIA *** https://Facebook.com/SavvyCleaner https://Twitter.com/SavvyCleaner https://Instagram.com/SavvyCleaner https://Pinterest.com/SavvyCleaner https://Linkedin.com/in/SavvyCleaner *** WHAT IS ASK A HOUSE CLEANER? *** Ask a House Cleaner is a daily show where you get to ask your house cleaning questions and we provide answers. Learn how to clean. How to start a cleaning business. Marketing and Advertising tips for your cleaning service. How to find top quality house cleaners, housekeepers, and maids. Employee motivation tactics. Strategies to boost your cleaning clientele. Cleaning company expansion help. Time-saving Hacks for DIY cleaners and more. Hosted by Angela Brown, 25-year house cleaning expert and founder of Savvy Cleaner Training for House Cleaners and Maids. *** SPONSORSHIPS & BRANDS *** We do work with sponsors and brands. If you are interested in working with us and you have a product or service that is cohesive to the cleaning industry reach out to our promotional department info[at]AskaHouseCleaner.com *** THIS SHOW WAS SPONSORED BY *** SAVVY CLEANER - House Cleaner Training and Certification – https://savvycleaner.com MY CLEANING CONNECTION – Your hub for all things cleaning – https://mycleaningconnection.com HOUSECLEANING360.COM – Connecting House Cleaners with Homeowners – https://housecleaning360.com SAVVY PERKS – Employee Benefits for Small Business Owners – https://savvyperks.com VRBO AIRBNB CLEANING – Cleaning tips and strategies for your short-term rental https://turnovercleaningtips.com

Ann-Katrin Kossendey-Kosh is a health coach, pharmacist and herbal therapy specialist, and certified pediatric nutritionist. She is a Certified MetaCheck consultant, allergy consultant, freelance speaker, author, and Systemic coach. Currently, she runs an offline coaching practice as well as an online business where she offers a wide range of herbal supplements for improved health and wellness. After the birth of her youngest child, she decided to focus more exclusively on running an online business.   Ann-Katrin joins me in this On Air Coaching episode to get clear on her ideal client and learn how to pivot her business to focus on a more specific, niche market. I explain how to identify and attract your ideal client and the marketing mistakes many new entrepreneurs make while starting their journey. I also explain how to change your business focus to attract your ideal client and strategies to create new products more suitable for your new audience. “Ideal clients show themselves to us sometimes through our own experiences. So, we are our previous ideal client.” - Sigrun In This Episode of The Sigrun Show: Combining your professional background and education with your previous life experiences to identify your ideal client The effects of sharing your methods in your marketing campaigns How to attract your ideal client Identifying the overlap in your audience Overcoming the fear of leaving people behind when pivoting your business How to develop programs and products for your new ideal clients Resources:   Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive, and Build Your Dream Business by Chris Ducker   Build Your Dream Business FREE Video Series Are you ready to build your DREAM business? Learn the steps you need to take to turn your passions into profit and build your dream business with my new 8-week video series: Build Your Dream Business. You'll learn how to create your vision, develop and plan your business idea, how to market your products or services, and much, much more!   What are you waiting for?   Sign up now to begin your journey to building a profitable online business! Please share, subscribe and review on iTunes Thank you for joining me on this episode of the Sigrun Show. If you enjoyed this episode, please share, subscribe and review on iTunes or Google Play Music so more people can enjoy the show. Don't forget to follow and connect with me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram!

  SUMMARY: In this episode of DYB Podcast, Steve interviews Annie Newton, owner and operator of Four Seasons Color. Annie started her business with her brother at her side. Annie’s attitude toward her business is always family oriented as she aims to give her employees the helping hand they need to move up. She has been able to overcome some of life’s toughest curveballs and turn her life lessons into teachings that lead Four Seasons Color to success. -------------- WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: -Why you need to find and utilize the strength of your employees -How to learn from your business and use those lessons in your everyday life -How to create a space for meaningful work in your business -The different types of technology that Four Seasons Color utilizes -The ways Annie taught herself to push through and how that benefited her business ---------------   QUOTES: "I think to become healthier, we needed to be less in those roles and a lot more in coaching. We needed to be really clear and up front. ‘Where is our target? How are we going to get there? What is it we want?" "We had no backup plans. It’s just how we were rolling." "We need to demand the personal side of life to serve us in business and vice versa." "When I leave the house, I’m crystal clear about why I’m leaving. [...] It’s to go make a profit." "If we speak of opportunity, we speak of coaching." --------------- HIGHLIGHTS: [05:21] The combination of a good sibling relationship and a thirst for a better way to do things that created Four Seasons Color [14:33] The traumas in life that changed Annie’s way of thinking, creating a culture of honor [17:41] Seeing the difference between good and great [23:42] Accentuating family in the culture of Four Seasons Color [32:51] The technology behind Four Seasons Color -------------- LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Join DYB GROUP ME PIPELINE DEALS SPLASHTOP BASECAMP 2 GOOGLE DRIVE T-SHEETS QUICKBOOKS SCANBOT LAST PASS Contact Annie Work the System: The Simple Mechanics of Making More and Working Less Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life The One Minute Manager The Coaching Habit: Say Less, Ask More & Change the Way You Lead Forever Team of Teams: New Rules of Engagement for a Complex World H3 Leadership: Be Humble. Stay Hungry. Always Hustle. The Ideal Team Player: How to Recognize and Cultivate The Three Essential Virtues The Five Dysfunctions of a Team ADDITIONAL FREE RESOURCES: Schedule Your Free Strategy Call With Steve  -------------- Connect with Annie on Facebook here Connect with Steve on Facebook here  -------------- Press and hold to visit the page Show Page Notes -------------- Thank you very much for joining us today! If you received value, would you take a quick few seconds and leave us a review on iTunes, please?

Episode Summary: I’m so excited to welcome our guest today, Chris Ducker. Chris has been a business mentor for me for a couple of years now, and one of the biggest things that drew me to him was his candor about his experience with burnout many years ago. Obviously as a working mom I can relate to that situation well. But what really impressed me about Chris was his dedication to transform his life to be more healthy and congruent with this values. I love how he used this experience of complete burnout as a catalyst for change. I can relate to that experience as well, and at the core, that’s what the Working Parent Resource is all about. Chris Ducker is a serial entrepreneur, keynote speaker and author of the bestseller, Virtual Freedom as well as his new book that’s just been released, The Rise of the Youpreneur. Originally from the UK, Chris has lived in the Philippines for 15 years, where he hosts the annual Tropical Think Tank mastermind event and has founded several businesses, which combined house over 450 full-time employees. He is also a popular business blogger and podcaster at ChrisDucker.com and the founder of the personal branding business community, Youpreneur.com.   Show Notes:  http://workingparentresource.com/49 Resources & Links Mentioned in this Episode: Chris Ducker Website Youpreneur Website Chris Ducker Facebook Chris Ducker Twitter Chris Ducker Instagram Rise of the Youpreneur: The Definitive Guide to Becoming the Go-To Leader in Your Industry and Building a Future-Proof Business by Chris Ducker Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive, and Build Your Dream Business by Chris Ducker Sleep Smarter: 21 Essential Strategies to Sleep Your Way to a Better Body, Better Health, and Bigger Success by Shawn Stevenson Productivityist Burnout Rescue Plan Deliberate Life Challenge Working Parent Resource Website About the Working Parent Resource: Welcome to the Working Parent Resource Podcast. This podcast is all about helping burned out working parents escape survival mode by becoming more intentional at home, at work, and everywhere in between. Together we explore fundamental principles of psychology, the latest research on subjects such as happiness, productivity, mindfulness and relationships, and we hear personal stories that are all designed to help you become the best version of yourself in a noisy and demanding world. Let's break down the overwhelm together so you can create a more deliberate and fulfilling lifestyle on YOUR terms. Sarah Argenal is the Founder and CEO of the Working Parent Resource and Host of the Working Parent Resource Podcast. She has her Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis on Marriage and Family Therapy and Adult Development and is a Certified Professional Coach with 20 years of experience in psychotherapy, coaching, college-level instruction, program development, and project management. Sarah lives with her husband and two little boys in San Diego, California.  You can access episode Show Notes and learn more about the Working Parent Resource at http://WorkingParentResource.com. Would you like to chat? I love connecting with my audience, so I set aside some time every week to chat with the people who are listening. If you’re a working parent who’s struggling to create a more deliberate lifestyle, if you’re burned out from trying to juggle too many things, I would love to chat with you. Just click this link to get on my calendar. I’d love to chat! Sponsor: This show was sponsored by the Deliberate Life Challenge, a series of free monthly experiences to help burned out working parents reduce stress, maximize their time and become more intentional in every area of their lives in 2018.  This is an ongoing challenge, so you can join in anytime. Click here for details and to sign up: http://deliberatelifechallenge.com.  Reminders: Don’t forget to subscribe to our show on iTunes to be notified when a new episode is published.  Please leave an honest rating and review as well.  Ratings and reviews are extremely important and greatly appreciated!  They do matter in ranking the show, and I read each and every one of them.    The post “WPR049: How to Use Burnout as a Catalyst for Change with Chris Ducker” appeared first on WorkingParentResource.com.      

Chris Ducker is Known as the “Virtual CEO” and regarded as the number-one authority on the subject of virtual staffing and personal outsourcing. Chris Ducker is a serial entrepreneur who owns and operates three businesses in the Philippines, amounting to almost three hundred employees, including a call center, a recruitment consultancy, and a co-working space to support local startup entrepreneurs. This time Chris is back to talk about his new book, as well as how relationships and reputation matter. He also shares about his priority of family and relationships and strategies he has put in place for that. This is Chris’ second time on the show. You can find his first episode here: Delegation: Chris Ducker talks staffing and delegating for tasks, roles and team building – BTTDL062 Delegation: Chris Ducker talks staffing and delegating for tasks, roles and team building – BTTDL062 Mentioned in this episode: HealthIQ Get your quote now with promo code ‘BTW’ Rise of the Youpreneur: The Definitive Guide to Becoming the Go-To Leader in Your Industry and Building a Future-Proof Business Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive, and Build Your Dream Business Please connect with me Subscribe, rate, and review in iTunes Follow @ErikJFisher Check out more Noodle.mx Network showsThe Audacity to Podcast: "How-to" podcast about podcastingBeyond the To-Do List: Personal and professional productivityThe Productive Woman: Productivity for busy womenONCE: Once Upon a Time podcastWelcome to Level Seven: Agents of SHIELD and Marvel’s cinematic universe podcastAre You Just Watching?: Movie reviews with Christian critical thinkingthe Ramen Noodle: Family-friendly clean comedy

In today's show we're close to wrapping up our series on using virtual assistants in your real estate business, so I'm doing something a little different.    I'm going to share with you an interview I did with some of my virtual staff and I think it's going to really open your eyes to what's important to virtual assistants. And if you know what's important to your VAs, it will only make your business more productive and make you a better manager and business owner.    Resources: Best Real Estate VA Services - Affordable virtual assistants for real estate entrepreneurs Level Up Your Business Podcast Contest To get access to the full show notes and links mentioned, visit Level Up RSJ

Today our expert guest is Ande Lyons, Founder & Chief Possibility Officer of Possibility Partners. She mentors startup and early-stage entrepreneurs, while providing tools and resources to help them launch, brand, and build their businesses. We discuss what the entrepreneurial “call to adventure” is, how she empowers entrepreneurs, and how you can build a business that succeeds.   Bring Back Desire Before Possibility Partners, Ande launched three businesses, one of which was Bring Back Desire: “A tasteful, playful website sharing tips, tools and resources for women who want more intimacy, sensuality and sexual excitement in their lives.” After 3½ years of success, she didn't hear a calling from the business anymore, and she was always driven by passion and purpose. Eventually, she heard a new call...   Guiding Entrepreneurial Adventurers “Every event brings you a deeper relationship with your beloved self and your beloved life, and this is especially true for the courageous, entrepreneurial adventurer.“ Ande's core value has always been shining a spotlight and enhancing others, so she fits very naturally in the startup world. She's able use her business to serve people, and help them be more positive, by bringing out their unique gifts and guiding them on the path to adventure. You can find tips for entrepreneurs in Ande's new video series: Ask Ande Startup Solutions   Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable “You have to build those ‘comfortable being uncomfortable' muscles.” Risk and opportunity are inseparable, so being risk averse can prevent entrepreneurs from taking full advantage of their skills and opportunities. However, with help, you can learn how to stay focused on what you need to accomplish despite feelings of uncertainty.   The Brand Promise “You have to build your brand from the heart.” The entrepreneurial space is crowded, so you will be confronted with thousands of other people doing something similar to what you do. The only way entrepreneurs can differentiate themselves is through their brand promise, or the emotional connection between you and your audience.   The Biggest Helping: Today's Most Important Takeaway “Life happens for you – not to you. Every event brings you a deeper relationship with your beloved self and your beloved life, and this is especially true for the courageous, entrepreneurial adventurer.”   -- Thank you for joining us on The Daily Helping with Dr. Shuster. Subscribe to the show on iTunes, Stitcher, or Google Play to download more food for the brain, knowledge from the experts, and tools to win at life.   Resources: Connect with Ande: AndeLyons.com | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Watch Ande's new video series: Ask Ande Startup Solutions Read Ande's favorite business books: Business Model Generation: A Handbook for Visionaries, Game Changers, and Challengers by Alexander Osterwalder and Yves Pigneur Running Lean: Iterate from Plan A to a Plan That Works by Ash Maurya Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive, and Build Your Dream Business by Chris Ducker

Dave Nevogt is the co-founder of hubstaff.com which helps businesses easily manage virtual and remote teams through SaaS time tracking, project management, and employee development.  He has founded several multi-million dollar internet businesses since the he was 22, and has been working on them since 2003. His start was in online golf instruction in 2003 which he grew to $1.5Million by 2005. He sold those businesses in 2009, and then purchased and ran a larger search engine optimization software company that focused on link building.  While building and managing these companies he's managed over 100 virtual employees/contractors concurrently. He also writes a popular blog series that teaches what his team has done to grow Hubstaff to where it is today.  Current Revenue streams  Hubstaff has been generating enough money to pay out the founders, pay employees' salaries and sustain operations but it doesn't have one sole revenue stream. The business is currently generating $6 Million in annual revenues from selling its software through a SaaS subscription model.  Starting out in business  Worked for 18 months in a large pharmaceutical company in Chicago. After that he only worked on his own businesses. His first business was a golf instruction e-commerce platform which taught people how to swing a golf club better through videos, eBooks and training aids. Within a year, the business was generating $1.5 Million in revenues and had customers globally. The business taught him his first skills in running an online business.  Scaling up the first business quickly  Dave believes it was a right place, right time scenario because he picked the right business and the right market. The business was very unique because there were only a few people doing what he was doing. The business's quick growth was made possible by the high conversion rates the site was getting because he was using very cheap and unsaturated advertising channels like email marketing. Dave then sold off half of the business.  Transition to the next business   In the course of selling his business, Dave met one buyer in particular who used to buy underperforming ecommerce businesses, turn them around and sell them for a profit. Dave and the buyer bought a software related company together. With Dave managing its operations, the business started generating $2 Million in revenues from selling content. That gave him hands-on experience in running a software related company. They eventually sold off the business.  He also started Hubstaff while still running the software company. He currently runs the marketing and operations side of Hubstaff while his partner runs the technical (development) side of the company with each of them working with a team of 10 and 12 employees respectively.  The Hubstaff idea  While running the golf business, Dave was in dire need of software that would help him manage his technical staff since he had no technical knowledge and therefore needed to make sure he was effectively tracking their performance to ensure projects were being done on time and in the expected way.  That need gave Dave the initial idea of developing Hubstaff. He was also inspired by the need to develop a product that would give value to people, that they would use every day in their businesses. Hubstaff uses time tracking to enable business owners manage their virtual and remote employees by ensuring they are doing what they are expected to do at the right time. The software also acts like an activity tool.  Once he came up with the idea for Hubstaff, Dave looked for a local co-founder. They both invested $26,000 each into the start-up and started the development of the first applications which cost about $40,000. They invested the remainder of the capital into advertising and building traffic for the app. They initially launched the app on free trial basis in order to test the market and once they discovered that it was a highly viable...

We are very pleased to have been invited as a speaker at the recently-concluded Business Systems Summit. From the Ins and Outs of Outsourcing, we are proud to share Esther's recorded session on How To Employ The Best Virtual Staff to Carry Out Your Processes. Writing Job Ads, Hiring Process and Onboarding your staff. Download the matching process playbook from the website.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As an entrepreneur and business owner, Esther tells us how she discovered that “overwhelm” affects you and your team. Do you work things through systematically and with a process, or do you fire off a list of tasks a mile long and want them to figure out? In This Episode, Esther shares her ways to improve concentration and to not overwhelm your staff with trivia. “You can never buy loyalty, remember that. IT HAS TO BE EARNED AND INSPIRED” -Esther Anderson See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My guest today, on the Steve Jobs inspired Join Up Dots free podcast interview is with a lady who is on a mission to help the worlds entrepreneurs own their own successful business that can someday be run without the business owner pulling all the strings. Along with her team she will push her clients towards the first step in the direction of business freedom, time abundance and the ability to ultimately sell a business at a profit. Sound good...you betcha. But how has she developed herself to a position where she is rightly called the “Swiss Army Knife” for Business because of her knowledge of tools, automation and needs of the small business owner. Her ability to create the perfect solution to any challenge in the most cost effective way for the small business owner that is struggling with the business behind the business. Well she earned a Bachelor's Degree in Advertising and Public Relations with an emphasis in Marketing and Event Planning from Grand Valley State University in 3 years, but it was when she struggled with the waste she experienced at the corporate level in large companies that the first steps to where she is today became to be realized. And due to the fact that most people only understand what they know,and unfortunately 80% of running a successful small business is NOT their trade knowledge, it seems as if she has a never ending conveyor belt lining up to work with her. So what is the hardest part of growing a service based company like her own? And does she look back at her history and think "Man if only I knew what I know now then we would have been rocking in record time!" Well lets find out as we bring onto the show to start joining up dots with the one and only Brook Borup.   Show Highlights During the show we discussed such weighty topics with Brook Borup such as: Why she is so focused on building a team around her that will free her even more from her business, to tackle the things that fall within her own personal super talent. Why Brook believes that it is so important to spend as much money as you can possibly on hiring a VA. If you go cheap, you get cheap results. Why a great way to start a business is to simply look around at the people you already know, and ask them "How can I help you?" and lastly…. Brooke reveals her worst client ever....and you will be surprised to know exactly who she said.....i was for sure :) 

My guest today, on the Steve Jobs inspired Join Up Dots free podcast interview is an only twenty seven years old, but he seems to have packed in several decades of work and hustle in such a short period of time. He has been an entrepreneur in the eCommerce industry since 2009 and has grown into a leading expert in the field with experience managing multi-million dollar businesses. But of course we are most interested in what he is doing today. What is getting him excited everyday when he jumps out of bed? Well he is the Founder and CEO of FreeeUp a company that he started 2015 after spending 7+ years interviewing, hiring, and training remote workers. He decided that there must be a better way for eCommerce companies to hire remote workers without having to spend hours interviewing and finding the most reliable people. A year later and FreeeUp is a rapidly growing company interviewing hundreds of worker applicants each week and providing remote workers for hundreds of clients. He has found a gap in the market place and filled it with his experience and passion allowing it to flourish. And with his extensive knowledge in creating business systems and processes, personnel management, hiring remote workers, the Amazon Marketplace, and advanced sales tactics this is going to get bigger and bigger. But does he see this as his legacy work, or simply something that is moving him closer and closer towards his goals? And what does he enjoy the most in his work….the creation, or the customer satisfaction? Well lets find out as we bring onto the show to start joining up dots with the one and only Mr. Nathan Hirsch Show Highlights During the show we discussed such weighty topics with Nathan Hirsch such as: How Nathan has developed the abilities to bounce back from every failure that has hit him, ensuring that he has learnt from those hard-times before moving forward. The story of the trip to Myrtle Beach, where he suffered a huge client loss and identity fraud all within a few hours…tipping his world on its axis. Why you should always look to start hiring as soon as you can in your business, to allow yourself free time to do the stuff that you are best at. and lastly…. Why he has set up his company to have three levels of staff, to boost the quality of the work, and to maintain greater control on standards and systems..very wise decision indeed.

In today's episode of The Art of Passive Income, Mark and Scott talk to Josh Steimle—JoshSteimle.com. Josh has been featured in Time, Forbes, Tech Crunch, Entrepreneur and he is on Mashable. Josh has also written a book, Chief Marketing Officers at Work and has been running a digital marketing agency, MWI, since college in 1999.  In this episode, Josh gives away his biggest secret in business, and that is to give away your biggest secret, or advice, for FREE! "The more I give, the more I get back. Plus, it's fun to give!"    Josh answers: How does he attract people to his website? If he can go back to the beginning, what one thing would he change? What is his biggest challenge? What is the best place to start for entrepreneurs? What is the future of content marketing? 5 books Josh would take if he was on a deserted island: Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive and Build Your Dream Business by Chris Ducker Ego is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday The Power of Self-Confidence: Become Unstoppable, Irresistible, and Unafraid of Every Area of Your Life by Brian Tracy  Creativity Inc.: Overcoming the Unseen Forces That Stand in the Way of True Inspiration by Ed Catmull The Go-Giver: A Little Story About a Powerful Business Idea by Bob Burg Listen in for some great tips and advice and discover the best way to attract your target customers to take your business to the next level.   TIPS OF THE WEEK Mark: Go to JoshSteimle.com. He gives away so much valuable information!  Scott: Check out Cardlife to take control of your subscriptions! It will save the average person $587 a month! Josh: Follow Bryan Harris of VideoFruit. He's an email building GURU! While he does have paid services he also gives away a ton of free advice that will definitely help grow your email list!   Isn't it time to create passive income so you can work where you want, when you want and with whomever you want?

This week Josh speaks with Clint Salter, CEO & Founder of the Dance Studio Owners Association. They discuss the importance of systems, particularly in engaging new customers, and the concept of "sales funnels".   Clint's staff is fully virtually, so Josh and Clint discuss the benefits of virtual staffing and how best to approach it.

We are pumping episode #17 out to your ear drums right now and our guest on this session is a well-known expert in the field of virtual business management. His business 'Virtual Staff Finder' allows his clients worldwide to experience more time, productivity and freedom through the benefits of a having a virtual assistant.His best-selling book, Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive and Build Your Dream Business, is the result of over a decade in the outsourcing industry and working with thousands of entrepreneurs on their virtual team building strategies. He is also the creator of 'Youpreneur', the entrepreneurial community where nobody gets left behind. It provides support, accountability, training, knowledge and relationships that allow his clients and their businesses to thrive. Some of the topics we chat about include:Renting out an entire IMAX cinema to treat 450 of his staff to the screening of Star WarsDelegating his work and hiring 8 people to cover the work he was doing!Building a community around yourself and your brandHis annual mastermind conference for entrepreneurs, ‘Tropical Think Tank’And owning your presence in the online space.He is without doubt an incredibly productive entrepreneur, one who has been able to structure his business and life to enjoy more freedom, and someone we can all learn from to benefit our own working lives.I present to you, the Virtual CEO himself, Mr. Chris Ducker.More on Chris can be found via the links below:chrisducker.comFacebook: facebook.com/ChrisDuckerDotComInstagram: @ChrisDuckerTwitter: @ChrisDuckerCheck out Youpreneur – The online, entrepreneurial, mastermind community:http://www.youpreneur.comSubscribe to The Giant Thinkers Podcast on iTunes.Do you want a portable photo, video, and editing studio with state-of-the-art technology in your pocket?You need to checkout the app, ProCamera. It’s had a 4.5 out of 5 star rating from over 800 reviews on the AppStore.The NY Times says "the high-end crowd swears by it". National Geographic chose it as 1 of 8 "must-have travel apps". Forbes selected it as one of the "Best iPhone Camera Apps in 2014" and said it "provides nearly any camera feature you could need, and shoots HD video".Grab it at GiantThinkers.com/ProCamera

Shane And Jocelyn Sams On How To Set Up A Recurring Income Business Using Membership Sites Shane and Jocelyn Sam's from flippedlifestyle.com is a couple that I consider good friends of mine because I've been listening to their podcast for so long. Shane and Jocelyn were teachers. Shane was a history teacher and a football coach and Jocelyn, a librarian before they discovered online business and gave it a short. What followed was a lot of action taking, hard work and incredible success online. Shane and Jocelyn built a successful six-figure online business by creating digital information products to help teachers, football coaches, and librarians. Now, once they figured out how to make money online, they started the flippedlifestyle.com site to teach other families to do the same thing, and after incredible success with this, they discovered our common friend, James Schramko, who introduced them to the idea of recurring income. So Shane and Jocelyn have built a successful recurring income business and are here to talk about the power of recurring income.   Share This Episode Click To Tweet Resources Mentioned Click here to download podcast shownotes https://productiveinsights.com/hire https://flippedlifestyle.com/ https://elementarylibrarian.com/ Instagram: @flippedls Twitter: @flippedls Books Mentioned Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action - Simon Sinek The Pumpkin Plan: A Simple Strategy to Grow a Remarkable Business in Any Field - Mike Michalowicz The Membership Economy: Find Your Super Users, Master the Forever Transaction, and Build Recurring Revenue - Robbie Kellman Baxter Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive, and Build Your Dream Business - Chris Ducker Profit First A Simple System to Transform Your Business from a Cash-Eating Monster to a Money-Making Machine - Mike Michalowicz Related / Mentioned Podcast Episodes: 001. Neil Patel (Kissmetrics Founder) On How To Make Better Decisions Around Client Selection, Branding and Investing 002. James Schramko On How To Use The Recurring Income To Maximise Profit And Fund Your Perfect Lifestyle 039. Podcasting for Entrepreneurs with John Lee Dumas 042. Chris Ducker on The Secret To A 6 Hour Day, A 4 Day Week, & A Multi-Million Dollar Business 043. Membership Economy with Robbie Kellman Baxter 050. James Schramko On Frameworks For Business Profitability And Lifestyle 054. The 3 Keys to Community Building, Authenticity & Long Term Business Success — With Mackenzie Fogelson Key Points (Timestamps) 00:49 — Intro and overview 02:02 — Shane and Jocelyn Sams’ take on the importance of recurring income 03:09 — Hunting vs. Farming, an analogy for the Launch Model vs the Retention Model 04:00 — The incredible insight of Shane & Jocelyn Sams from @flippedls in year 2 of their online business 04:49 — Lumpy income makes your business less saleable. 05:30 — Why @flippedls likes the future Income Report – Infusionsoft 06:28 — Growth rate comparison – Launch Model vs. Recurring Income Model 07:38 — Why your mindset has to change with the recurring revenue mindset 09:09 — How to set up a recurring income business and lessons @flipppedls learned 10:50 — How much content do you need to start a membership site? 11:52 — The surprising truth about @flippedls when they started their membership site 13:10 — A good case study on creating a membership business with @flippedls 14:51 — How many members must you have before you decide to launch your membership forum? 15:23 — How much time do you need to spend in membership forums? 16:58 — How do you grow your #membership forum just after launch? 17:30 — Your #membership forum is only ghost town if you let it be 19:21 — @flipppedls have systems in place to ensure they’re driving content back to forums

Another “deep dive” interview! This episode we chat with Chris Ducker the author of Virtual Freedom. How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive, and Build Your Dream Business. Chris certainly “walks his talk”. Of his own “virtual freedom”, he says, “I now work an average of 6-hours a day, my workweek no longer includes Friday and I get to spend lots of time with my wife and three awesome children.” During this wide-ranging interview, you'll discover.. Why going with a smaller publishing company might be the best idea for your book. (04:00) How a near-death experience led to Chris's greatest business epiphany. (05:00) How and why Chris started blogging. (06:00) The all-important concept of the “Virtual CEO”, and what it means to you. (06:38) How Chris completely replaced himself so his business could run without him. (07:00) The secret advice Jay Baer gave Chris (that you can use)  that caused Chris's blog numbers to skyrocket. (09:15) Should everyone use Periscope? And what are the secrets of successful “scoping”? (11:00) The truth about “personal brand” vs. “company brand” – which is best?  (14:42) Why you should never worry about other people “stealing your ideas” online. (15:30) Chris and I share our respect for the warrior-philosopher, Bruce Lee. (27:00) The book by Bruce Lee (that's not about kung fu). (28:00) The little-known “origin story” of Youpreneur.com (29:00) How Chris managed to get a great domain name (Youpreneur.com) that was already taken. (33:00) Why Chris's podcast is one of my few essential listens. (37:00). Is it too late to build a “brand you” business? (38:00) The hilarious conversation Chris had with Lewis Howes. (42:00) Books Chris recommends some favorite books (44:00) An awesome moment during which “The Force Awakens” and we share Star Wars stories.  (45:00) Chris reveals the bizarre talent he possesses that you'll be shocked to learn about. (47:00). Click here to download or listen to this episode now. Links Mentioned Chris Ducker's Blog The Youpreneur Podcast Chris on Twitter Chris's book, Virtual Freedom Striking Thoughts, by Bruce Lee School of Greatness, by Lewis Howes The Automatic Customer, by John Warrillow   How To Help Subscribe to the show in iTunes and give us a rating and review. Make sure you put your real name and website in the text of the review itself. We will definitely mention you on this show. We are also on Stitcher.com, so if you prefer Stitcher, please subscribe there. Connect with Ray on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, or LinkedIn. Get The Transcript Click here to get the transcript now. Transcripts provided by SuccessTranscripts – a great solution if you need your podcast, sermon, speech, or other audio transcribed.  

As entrepreneurs our most valuable commodity is time: it's the one thing we can never create more of. So outsourcing our social media should be a top priority right? Yes, when done correctly. On today's episode I'll share what social media tasks to give to your virtual staff (and what not to), and how to maximize your marketing efforts in the process. Specifically I'll talk about why paying for followers to grow your audience doesn't work, why you need a weekly social media plan to follow and how to track the ROI of your social media goals using your virtual team. Tune in for all of that and more on this edition of Youpreneur FM! Essential Learning Points From This Episode: Why do businesses often fail at social media? Two safe ways to share passwords with your virtual staff. Why you must answer every Tweet. How do you choose which social media platforms to be on? Can you completely automate your social media outreach? Much, much more! Important Links & Mentions From This Episode: Joe Pulizzi - The Ultimate Guide to Content Marketing for Entrepreneurs (https://www.chrisducker.com/podcast/content-marketing-entrepreneurs-joe-pulizzi) Amy Porterfield - Getting Ahead of The Game on Paid List Building (https://www.chrisducker.com/podcast/paid-list-building-amy-porterfield) Episode 127 - The Quick-Start Guide to Finally Getting Started with Your First Virtual Assistant (https://www.chrisducker.com/podcast/quick-start-guide-virtual-assistant/) MeetEdgar Walkthrough Guide with Founder, Laura Roeder (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Dex3uCIOF0) Mention (http://mention.net) LastPass (http://lastpass.com) Manage Flitter (http://manageflitter.com) Virtual Freedom (http://www.virtualfreedombook.com/) - My book on building a virtual team to build your business. (www.youpreneuracademy.com) Thank You for Tuning In! There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose mine, and I'm grateful for that. If you enjoyed today's show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see at the top and bottom of this page. Also, kindly consider taking the 60-seconds it takes to  leave an honest review and rating for the podcast on iTunes (https://www.chrisducker.com/itunes) , they're extremely helpful when it comes to the ranking of the show and you can bet that I read every single one of them personally! Lastly, don’t forget to  (https://www.chrisducker.com/itunes) , to get automatic updates every time a new episode goes live! 

How would it feel to go from working 14 hours per day 6 days a week to working 6 hours per day and not working Fridays? Working with a virtual staff can make that promised-land a reality. If a self-proclaimed "micro-managing, pain in the butt boss" can do it, then so can you. Virtual staffing is no longer considered a new concept thanks to Tim Ferriss's 2007 book "The Four-Hour Workweek", but knowing how to hire, train, and manage a fully functioning and efficient virtual staff seems like a new concept to many. Lucky for us, Chris Ducker, the virtual staffing expert, joins the show to talk about working with a virtual staff, the type of mindset you need to build a virtual team, how to determine what your staff should be doing, how to take your business to the next level with virtual staffing, and much more. Give it a listen and learn how you can go from 14 hour days to 6...and no Fridays. Key Takeaways from the Show   How to execute the "Three Lists to Freedom" exercise The one mindset shift you need to make to start working with a virtual staff successfully How building a virtual team has changed and where it's heading The next level beyond your virtual staffing foundation   Links / Resources Chris Ducker's Website Chris Ducker's Twitter Virtual Freedom Book Ecommerce Influence Insider Subscribe & Review To get more awesome Ecommerce Influence content sent directly to your device and into your ears as they become available, you can easily subscribe.   Also, ratings and reviews on iTunes (hopefully 5-stars!) help us tremendously and we’re very grateful for them. We do read all of the reviews and we’ll answer your questions or comments on future episodes.

As entrepreneurs and business owners, our most precious resource is time. And the only way to leverage your time is to hire staff, particularly - as online business owners - virtual staff. In this episode I'm breaking down my top ten tips on the basics of hiring and working with virtual assistants - something I know a thing or two about! I literally wrote the book on this subject - Virtual Freedom (https://www.chrisducker.com/vfbook) - and today's show is like an introduction to that book. It's a simple and quick guide to getting started with your virtual team - something that'll propel you from wherever you're currently at, to where you WANT to be! In fact, I believe every online business owner has the ability to grow even further beyond where they want to be - it's a mindset shift that's required. Everything from knowing what you're good at and want to focus on, right down to being honest and learning to let go. Essential Learning Points From This Episode: What's the #1 benefit of working with a VA? How do you ensure a long-term relationship with your new hire? The importance of building trust with your VA. Why do you need to praise your virtual team members? How to have fun and enjoy your outsourcing staff. Much, much more! Important Links & Mentions From This Episode: Episode 119 (https://www.chrisducker.com/podcast/online-entrepreneur-basics/) - 5 Reasons Why We NEED To Go Back to Basics! Three Lists to Freedom Exercise (https://www.chrisducker.com/3-lists-to-freedom/) 101 Tasks You Can Outsource to Virtual Staff to Grow Your Business (https://www.chrisducker.com/101-tasks-to-outsource-to-virtual-staff/) 25 Tasks You Can Outsource to a General Virtual Assistant (GVA) Today! (https://www.chrisducker.com/25tasks/) Going Virtual: How to Work with a Virtual Assistant to Manage Your Social Media (https://www.chrisducker.com/how-to-work-with-a-virtual-assistant-to-manage-your-social-media/) 10 Top Tips for Working with Virtual Assistants (https://www.chrisducker.com/va-infographic/) Debunking the 'Super VA' Myth - Why One Virtual Assistant Can't Do It All (https://www.chrisducker.com/debunking-the-super-va-myth/) Virtual Freedom - My book on building a virtual team to build your business. (https://www.chrisducker.com/book/) Youpreneur Academy (www.youpreneuracademy.com) Thank You for Tuning In! There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose mine, and I'm grateful for that. If you enjoyed today's show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see at the top and bottom of this page. Also, kindly consider taking the 60-seconds it takes to  leave an honest review and rating for the podcast on iTunes (https://www.chrisducker.com/itunes) , they're extremely helpful when it comes to the ranking of the show and you can bet that I read every single one of them personally! Lastly, don’t forget to  (https://www.chrisducker.com/itunes) , to get automatic updates every time a new episode goes live! 

Okay, this is a very valuable - but very fun episode! Get ready to get great insights on virtual teams, the power of personal branding, and why you should build the business of "you." Our featured guest is my buddy Chris Ducker, who is joining us all the way from his home in the Philippines! Chris Ducker is widely known as the "Virtual CEO." He is a serial entrepreneur, keynote speaker, podcaster, blogger, and now a frequent periscoper, He is also the creator and host of the Tropical Think Tank annual mastermind event. Chris is the best-selling author of Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive, and Build Your Dream Business - which has become a staple in the bookshelves of many entrepreneurs. Recently, he launched his robust membership community called Youpreneur, which he calls his "primary" business focus for the next 10 years. Chris is also the host of his newly rebranded podcast Youpreneur.FM., which is aligned to his new membership brand. Originally from the U.K., Chris currently lives in the Philippines, where he heads up his company, Virtual Staff Finder. On this episode, we have a very informative and fun conversation about virtual staffing, entrepreneurial loneliness, and building the business of you. Chris and I also spend a little time chatting about some of our favorite pastimes such as movies and music. Get ready to be both empowered and entertained! Key Highlights From This Episode: What was that "high-altitude" moment that propelled Chris to quit his job and start his entrepreneurial journey? The reason why entrepreneurs should embrace delegation and virtual staff Why did he start creating mastermind meetings in different locations during his business travel? The focus of his newly launched online membership community Why everyone should focus on being themselves and building the business of YOU. Hear which Rocky movie is Chris' actual favorite! And so much more! Awesome Mentions from this Episode (with links): Chris' Personal Website Youpreneur.com Virtual Freedom (book) Virtual Staff Finder Chris Ducker on Twitter "The Payback" by James Brown "Mess Around" by Ray Charles "Happy" by Pharrell Williams Crush It by Gary Vaynerchuk The #AskGaryVee Show

Brain Burps About Books Podcast #240 Followers + Fear = Super Bad Announcements Just a quick note to let you know that I’m starting a new podcast soon called Writing for Children (if I haven’t already started by the time you hear this). Want to know more? It’s going to be pretty awesome and very different from this show. Go to writingforchildren.com to learn more. Thanks, everyone, who signed up for my free training for Get Your First 1,000 Followers! You’re not too late if you want to – just go to GetYourFirst1000Followers.com This week's guest is YOU! Tune in to hear the answer to these burning writer questions and fears: How do I sustain a website? What do I have to offer on an on-going basis? Where will I find the time to write AND sustain a platform (in addition to my full time job)? Given my easily distracted life, what if my writing is actually crappy? My biggest fear is my books will never find their readers. I am terrified of social media. Resources mentioned in this episode  4 Hour Work Week by Timothy Ferriss Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive, and Build Your Dream Business

Today's guest in an international superstar. Chris Ducker is the founder and CEO of Virtual Staff Finder and the Live2Sell Group of Companies. He is well known as a "Virtual CEO.” He is a frequent keynote speaker. We were both keynotes, in fact, at FinCon14 in New Orleans last year. Chris is British and lives in the Philippines with his family. And he’s written a fantastic book. It’s inspired me to be more efficient with my business…Chris’ book Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive and Build Your Dream Business", is an Amazon Bestseller. Three takeaways from our interview: When you know you’re ready to outsource some of your work. When it’s worth your time and money. How Chris plans to retire early…and by early we’re talking 50 years old. One of the most important habits Chris recommends all entrepreneurs practice. For more visit www.SoMoneyPodcast.com

https://entrearchitect.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/6509712s.jpg ()Everything I do in business, I approach as an experiment. It’s been 9 months since moving http://www.fivecat.com (Fivecat Studio) out of our 2,000 square foot studio in Pleasantville, New York to a new 200 square foot studio in our Chappaqua home. It’s been very successful and I love what we’re doing, but this week on the Entrepreneur Architect Podcast, I will share five mistakes I made when launching my virtual architecture studio. Referenced in This Episode http://www.entrearchitect.com/courses (Entrepreneur Architect Academy) http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ATZ9QMO/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00ATZ9QMO&linkCode=as2&tag=entrearchitect-20&linkId=ZOKOU4N6YLK23CBV (Fujitsu ScanSnap iX500 Scanner for PC and Mac (PA03656-B005)) http://www.dropbox.com (Dropbox) http://www.evernote.com (Evernote) http://www.adosar.com (ADOSAR Project Management System) http://www.chrisducker.com/new-business-podcast/ (Chris Ducker New Business Podcast) http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1939529743/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1939529743&linkCode=as2&tag=entrearchitect-20&linkId=OGNYMB7DUA6WXQ4R (Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive, and Build Your Dream Business) http://www.virtualstafffinder.com (Virtual Staff Finder) http://www.entrearchitect.com/2014/07/31/ea040-my-4-simple-steps-to-getting-things-done-podcast/ (My 4 Simple Steps to Getting Things Done) *** Photo Credit: http://www.123rf.com/profile_jirkaejc (jirkaejc / 123RF Stock Photo) The post https://entrearchitect.com/podcast/entrearch/ea043-5-mistakes-made-launching-virtual-architecture-studio-podcast/ (EA043: 5 Mistakes I Made When Launching My Virtual Architecture Studio [Podcast]) appeared first on https://entrearchitect.com (EntreArchitect // Small Firm Entrepreneur Architects).

In recent years you've probably heard the saying 'content is king'. It's true, it is. And to be truly discoverable, remembered and shared online today, you need to create killer content. In this episode, Chris discusses some of the best content to produce, as well as the in's and out's of getting your VAs to do the majority of the heavy lifting, when it comes to the marketing side of things, for you.

Chris Ducker returns to the Unmistkalbe Creative to discuss his journey from humble beginnings to building a mutli 7 figure business in the Philliplines. We dissect the DNA of entrepreneurs and discuss his new book Virtual Freedom. A look at the beginning of Chris Ducker's journeyWhy the journey is not a Cinderella story The myths of the 4-hour workweek lifestyleWhy failures and setbacks make you stronger The importance of having a buffer if you want to startA defining moment that that will change your life Why Chris always does something very big in JanuaryStarting to develop an evacuation plan from your lifeUnderstanding how we deal with the fear of uncertaintyLearning to reach a point of no return Key stumbling blocks and moments in building Chris' businessWhy you must chase down the dreams that matter to you How to become a leader that people will follow The Virtual Freedom writing process A real look at what it takes to work with virtual assistantsWhat happened when Chris completely burned outExploring the deeper motivations for why you're in businessChris Keys to Becoming Unmistakable in a World of NoiseChris is a serial entrepreneur, virtual staffing expert, blogger, podcaster and author who helps other entrepreneurs catapult their businesses into the 21st century. He's also the author of Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive, and Build Your Dream Business. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

I've been intrigued with the idea of virtual assistants and virtual support since reading Tim Ferriss' Four-Hour Workweek. But I could never figure out how to make it work as a freelancer. It felt like one of those things that sounds great on paper ... but doesn't quite work in practice. Well, over the past year I've seen other freelancers use virtual staff successfully. So I decided to look further into this and learn how it can work, even you're not yet making the big bucks. In this week's podcast, I interview Chris Ducker, author of the new book Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive, and Build Your Dream Business. Chris is regarded as the number one authority on the subject of virtual staffing and personal outsourcing. And in this interview he shares some very practical ideas on how freelancers can leverage virtual staff to save time and boost their earnings.

Sometimes you need a little more. Sometimes you want to take things to the next level. In this episode, Chris discusses the possibility of finding higher-end virtual staff, the types of things you can outsource to them, and more importantly, how to actual find them, and bring them on board with the right mindset, and set-up.

Chris Ducker was working 14-hour days, six days a week, spending very little time with family and working ‘in’ his business, instead of ‘on’ it and was tired in every possible way. He’s come a long way since then, creating the new business Virtual Staff Finder, the New Business Podcast, and his new book – Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive, and Build Your Dream Business. He’s also released a podcast series that corresponds to the new book. In this episode, Chris and Erik cover: The false believe that you can fill every role in a growing business Super hero syndrome Chris’ definition of the word Entrepreneur = To provide answers to questions and solutions to problems Being a 16 hour a day, 7 day a week entrepreneur doesn’t make you a more successful entrepreneur. Chris’s 3 lists: The things you hate doing The things you can’t do The things you shouldn’t be doing You need to do only the things that you are uniquely qualified to do.—@jaybaerClick To Tweet If you’re doing things other people on your team can do, you’re robbing them of opportunity.—Jay BaerClick To Tweet Chris’s rule for email – Never open an email more than once by:  reply or forward it archive it delete it

Hiring a Filipino VA is just the start. Truly understanding what makes them tick, when it comes to being an employee of an overseas boss, as well as what salary expectations there are is paramount to long-term success with outsourcing to the Philippines. In this episode Chris drops several tips that will enable you to get on the good side of your VA fast, and grow that relationship as a result!

My guest today is Chris Ducker, a serial entrepreneur and author of the bestseller, “Virtual Freedom”, and more recently, “Rise of the Youpreneur”. He owns and operates several businesses, that combined house over 400 full-time employees internationally. He's also a trusted international business mentor, keynote speaker, podcaster, blogger, as well as the founder of Youpreneur.com - the leading personal brand business education company in the world. The topic is his book Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive, and Build Your Dream Business. In this episode of Trend Following Radio we discuss: The definition of virtual freedom How Ducker came from the cubicle originally, and how he got to be the location independent entrepreneur he is now How Ducker became a “virtual CEO” The idea of a “superhero syndrome” The idea of a virtual, international staff The process of finding a VA (virtual assistant) The two types of outsourcing Hiring for the role--not for the task Text, audio, and video communication Tim Ferriss and the four-hour work week Developing a location independent lifestyle Jump in! --- I'm MICHAEL COVEL, the host of TREND FOLLOWING RADIO, and I'm proud to have delivered 10+ million podcast listens since 2012. Investments, economics, psychology, politics, decision-making, human behavior, entrepreneurship and trend following are all passionately explored and debated on my show. To start? I'd like to give you a great piece of advice you can use in your life and trading journey… cut your losses! You will find much more about that philosophy here: https://www.trendfollowing.com/trend/ You can watch a free video here: https://www.trendfollowing.com/video/ Can't get enough of this episode? You can choose from my thousand plus episodes here: https://www.trendfollowing.com/podcast My social media platforms: Twitter: @covel Facebook: @trendfollowing LinkedIn: @covel Instagram: @mikecovel Hope you enjoy my never-ending podcast conversation!