AssistU Archives - Beatrice Ten-Thye

[VA Tip] Why you need to write a Business Plan

Jan 15, 2019 | AssistU, AssistU trained Virtual Assistant, Business Tools

It is 10 years ago that I was one of 6 participants in what at the time was called “Virtual Training Program (VTP)” by AssistU. While nowadays it’s called “Virtual Mentoring Program” and a self-study course, during our 40-week program the...

[VA Tip] – Why your VAs business needs to be in community

May 3, 2018 | AssistU, Business Tools, Efficiency, Virtual Assistance, Virtual Assistant Tips

Darn, where was that recipe hiding?? I wanted to bake my Mom’s amazing cake and needed the instructions. Having searched everywhere I could think of I declared defeat – I couldn’t bake the cake that was to be a Birthday surprise. In business, you don’t want to be in...

[VA Tip] – Choose the right person for the job

Nov 16, 2017 | AssistU, AssistU trained Virtual Assistant, Efficiency, Relationships, Virtual Assistance, Virtual Assistant Tips

I recently talked with yet another person who was disappointed because her VA had assured her she knew how to do a certain task. In the end, she had to go elsewhere to get the work done properly which cost her more time, many nerves, and more money that didn’t have to...

[VA Tip] – How much will my VA cost?

Nov 9, 2017 | AssistU, AssistU trained Virtual Assistant, Learning, Relationships, Virtual Assistance, Virtual Assistant Tips

Just 3 months into my business I attended the yearly AssistU community weekend – lovingly called “Homecoming” – and Business Retreat held by Anastacia Brice. Much amazing bonding and camaraderie happened that weekend in my VA community; I was in awe!...

I’ve Been Nominated …

Sep 16, 2014 | AssistU, AssistU trained Virtual Assistant, Relationships, Virtual Assistance

As in previous years, AssistU managament asked its community to put forward nominations for its annual awards. And again, I have been nominated! I am elated and thankful to be a member of this amazing, supportive, loving community. Never have I experienced more...

The Very Best Sign Of Appreciation

Sep 25, 2012 | AssistU, AssistU trained Virtual Assistant, Relationships, Virtual Assistance

I flew to Minneapolis, MN two weeks ago, to attend AssistU’s yearly Community Recognition Awards Ceremony, and to connect and re-connect with my VA pals. Although nominated for three awards, I never expected to be among the winners. Can you imagine my...