121. Unpacking the Differences You Need to Understand When Hiring an Assistant

Today, we're tackling the often-confusing world of hiring assistants for business growth. You've seen those tempting social media posts, but how do you do it right? First, let's clear up the virtual vs. actual administrative assistant confusion. Think of your business as an airplane: leadership is the engine, growth activities are the wings, and operations/HR/finance are the tail end keeping it all balanced. Like an airplane needs a clear roadmap, you need a clear plan for hiring. Now, for virtual assistants, setting up the right systems is key. I'm sharing the tools I use for effective delegation, communication, and security. If you're wondering when the right time to hire an assistant is, I'm sharing my go-to advice. Never forget, that investing in your assistant's success, building a strong relationship, and providing context are all part of the journey. You should treat them as a strategic partner, not just a task-doer. Get ready to level up your business with this game-changing episode!What you'll hear in this episode:[0:00] When to hire an assistant in a business.[4:25] Hiring an assistant for business growth.[8:50] Setting up systems for virtual assistants.[13:05] Hiring an executive assistant for business growth.[17:35] Hiring an assistant for business growth and success.Listen to Similar Episodes:Is Hiring Freelancers Right for Your Business? Weighing the Pros and ConsMaking Your First Hire? Here's How to Nail It!Scaling Smarter: Conquering Three Common Habits that Hinder Business Growth* Connect with me on IG @jackie.koch_* Find more information on my website https://www.jackiekoch.com/

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Jackie Koch has been in the trenches building the teams that grow companies for over 15 years. She’s hired hundreds of people, navigated countless sticky situations, and earned an MBA along the way. From being deeply involved in the nitty-gritty of team building to now helping others navigate the waters of running a business, she wants to help you avoid the messes she’s had to help clean up. Listen in and discover insights on leadership dos and don'ts, strategies for effective hiring and team building, and essentials to keep your business in employment compliance. Through solo episodes, guest episodes featuring experts in the field, and candid conversations with her business partner you'll be well on your journey to becoming the World’s Greatest Boss.