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March 22, 2024 22 mins

In this episode of Empowered Entrepreneur, Vanessa and Diamond delve into the trending dynamics of the gig economy and the rising popularity of virtual assistants. They discuss how the shift to remote work has transformed traditional employment opportunities, with many individuals finding flexible careers as virtual assistants. When it comes to tasks like email management, Diamond shares his insights on how virtual assistants are leveraging their divergent skill sets to diversify and enhance their roles. Vanessa explains how virtual assistants can transition from admin work to business owners, highlighting the importance of community support and networking.

This discussion further unravels the significance of implementing a successful email management system for virtual assistants and entrepreneurs. Vanessa and Diamond share tips on prioritizing important messages and maintaining a clear inbox to amplify productivity. Learn how you can blend best practices and adaptability to manage your emails better. This episode also underscores how effective delegation can further enhance the productivity of a virtual assistant. Stick around to hear actionable strategies on delegating tasks effectively, using time management tools, and building strong client relationships.


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Diamond Ward is the founder of the Virtual Gem, an administrative support business that empowers creative service-based entrepreneurs to thrive by bringing their vision to life. With her multi-faceted background of seven years of professional administrative experience and a liberal arts education, she combines the best of both worlds, providing a range of executive administrative, project management, client success management support, and social media management support that gives creative professionals the freedom to focus on their "zone of genius" and reclaim their creative time. Guest Links

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