There comes a point for nearly every successful small business owner when the business is thriving—and then the work becomes too much for them to keep up with. Mountains of unanswered emails, back-to-back appointments with prospective clients, and a half-completed website that keeps lingering in the back of your mind. Read more to see how a virtual assistant can be just the answer you are looking for! Why Use Virtual Assistants? One of the best ways to improve your bottom line, regardless of your business, is using the services of a virtual assistant. These professionals can help any com ..read more

So you started a blog to generate website traffic or to help build your email list. In the beginning, you were diligent about posting a new blog at least once a week, sometimes two or three. You read every review and responded to questions and comments. Then, life happened. A crisis, a business trip, or a new product launch… something that threw you off track. You are not alone! Many blogs have been put on the back burner when life gets busy. A blog management service is just the thing you and your business need to get you back on track. Why Use A Blog Management Service? There are many excel ..read more

Marketing without good copy is like laying the floor plan for a house and forgetting to add the stairs. Copywriting is a valuable part of your marketing efforts and neglecting it can lead to a disconnect or failure to reach your audience. Imagine having a two-story house without stairs. You lose the connection between floors. Good copy, like stairs, is necessary to reach where you’re trying to go! Why Is Copywriting Important? Copywriting is one of the most important aspects of advertising. The design draws peoples’ attention but the message is what persuades the user to act. As you settle in ..read more

The long-term success of your business comes from your ability to focus on the big picture. However, attention to detail can be instrumental to the credibility of your business. As a business owner, you should care about the small details, but it does not mean you need to be the one who focuses on them. Read more about how a virtual assistant can help with the small details while you focus on the big picture. Why Do The Small Details Matter? Hitting the send button before proofreading, sending out incorrect links to customers, or missing important deadlines are all examples of failure to pay ..read more

As your business grows, managing all of your business data becomes increasingly difficult. Customer data, specifically, can be even more challenging to manage. However, your customer records are the most important kind of data you own. Failing to manage your customer records effectively can have devastating consequences on your business. Read our 5 easy ways to organize your data and allow your team to work more efficiently. What Are Customer Records? We refer to relevant business information about your current customers and your potential leads. Typically, your business would want to gather ..read more

You may already know that Contemporary VA is an Infusionsoft Certified Partner. However, did you know that we also use the software for our own business? We knew that Infusionsoft would be the best fit when evaluating our company’s needs. Read more for a few significant benefits we discovered that caused us to choose Infusionsoft. The Benefits When You Choose Infusionsoft Robust Reporting Features One significant benefit was the variety of reporting features available. We can evaluate how our list engages based on subject lines, how information is presented when links are clicked, and when in ..read more

You have heard that content creation is now a major marketing strategy focus for almost every business. So what type of content will help you gain the most followers and turn them into raving fans? It is important to create a variety of content for each stage as your follower gets to know your business or brand. Here are three important types of content you can create to help increase your Instagram followers. How To Convert Instagram Followers to Fans You should create three different types of content that will connect with your followers at different stages of their journey with your brand ..read more

As a business owner or entrepreneur, you can end up with a mountain of business cards after a networking event. Some cards end up in your wallet, maybe in your laptop bag, or perhaps you throw them into a desk drawer when you get home. You know that the information is valuable, but who has the time to organize that mess? Here are our tips on best using your business cards and making them part of your networking and marketing strategy. How To Best Use Your Business Cards With all the advances in technology, there is no longer a need for a business card book or rotary file. Many mobile apps can ..read more

Email is a vital communication channel for nearly every type of business. Your ability to communicate through email effectively is critical to your business relationships and success. Too much time can be wasted when sending multiple emails to complete a task. Use our four easy tips to send effective emails. Send Effective Emails With Our Four Tips: Make Your Subject Line Relevant When sending an email, the importance of the subject line is often overlooked. Avoid long, convoluted subject lines. Make sure your subject line is relevant and to the point. It should be clear, simple, and straight ..read more

Are you a life coach trying to build your business? Like all entrepreneurs, you have many responsibilities on your shoulders with limited time available in your day. How can you free up some of your time so you can focus on your clients? Here are 5 reasons many life coaches should consider hiring a virtual assistant! Coaching Requires Serious Work As a successful Life Coach, you must plan and manage your business growth, and run day-to-day operations. Additionally, in your “free” time, actually perform your function as a life coach for your clients. Your particular industry requires you to sp ..read more