27 Tasks that can be outsourced to a Virtual Assistant

I am constantly asked, “what tasks can a Virtual Assistant (VA) actually do? Below are 27 services that Entrepreneurs and small businesses look for when utilizing the services of a VA.

One of the most time consuming items an entrepreneur or business owner may come across is the day-to-day admin task, the little tasks that take you away from your job and building your business. Below are some admin tasks you may be able to use your VA for.

It’s the “cool” thing these days to have a Personal or Executive Assistant. However, it is not always financially possible after paying taxes, superannuation, annual and/or sick leave etc. But, hiring a Virtual Assistant will be cost effective and time efficient.

Here are some (and only a small handful) of items a Virtual Assistant can do for you.

1. Data entry

2. General typing

3. File management (setting up electronic files, Dropbox etc.)

4. Database management

5. Research

6. Document creation

7. Reminder services

8. Basic document control

9. Creating and management of spreadsheets

10. PDF conversions

11. Creating forms-online and hardcopies

12. Creating document templates

13. Scanning and photocopying and sending to you

14. Obtaining quotes

15. Transcription of audio files

16. Entering business cards into databases/CRM

17. Social Media

18. Invoicing

19. Email management, filtering spam and responding to emails

20. Diary management

21. Creating presentations

22. Creating Reports

23. Responding to customers

24. Project management

25. Creating, scheduling and maintaining digital marketing assets like newsletters and email lists

26. Liaison between you and other members of your team

27. Proofreading and/or editing documents