Have you fallen behind on your favorite leadership podcast? Don’t worry – we’re here to help. Here are all the One Next Step podcasts released in...
Elizabeth Boelens is the executive assistant to the CEO, CFO, COO, and team lead at Service Express and oversees a team of virtual assistants.
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We provide tips and advice curated from our book “Lead Anyone From Anywhere” that you can use to improve your communication skills in a hybrid...
Veronica Meadows is the Chief Strategy Officer for the Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards (CLARB).
Learn how an e-commerce contractor can help transform your daily operations so that you and your brand can accomplish more every day.
As the owner of Vonetta Young Advisors, Vonetta Young advises women and people of color forming their first institutional-grade private equity fund.
We’ve highlighted the pros and cons of both U.S.-based and offshore contractors so you can choose the best support for your business.
Have you fallen behind on your favorite podcast? Don’t worry – we’re here to help! Here are all the One Next Step podcasts released in July of 2022.
Forget about “to-do” lists. “Stop-doing” lists are the new self-management tool that can help entrepreneurs and managers focus and accomplish more.
Anne Sullivan is the founder of Harp Mastery, an online resource platform committed to personal harp instruction and revealing possibilities for...
We've highlighted time-wasters that every entrepreneur can relate to with solutions you can use to stop wasting time – and get more done.
BELAY is proud to lead the charge of disrupting workforce status quo with modern staffing, one incredibly humbling award at a time.
Michael Chatman is the CEO and president of The Community Foundation, a capacity-building organization for nonprofit, charitable organizations that...
We provide tips and advice curated from our book “Lead Anyone From Anywhere” that you can use to increase your productivity at work and at home.
Tamara Gollob is the owner of I Do Linens, a linen rental company based in Atlanta and available both nationwide and internationally.
BELAY is proud to announce new service offerings to better support our clients, which include CFO services, tax preparation and filing, and...
Jason Matta is the senior pastor of Hope Church Toronto West, founded in 2013.
Have you fallen behind on your favorite podcast? Don’t worry – we’re here to help! Here are all the One Next Step podcasts released in June of 2022.
Suzanne Cerra is the co-founder and partner of Nukk-Freeman & Cerra, a women-owned law firm dedicated to developing meaningful and impactful...
Learn how you can avoid being the bottleneck in your team or small business and allow your team to perform at the best of their ability.
Springs Rescue Mission provides critically needed food, shelter, clothing and services to its neighbors in the Colorado Springs and Southern Colorado...
Learn about the value of email and social media marketing for growing your sales and customer base while increasing your brand recognition.
Bookkeeping is a challenge for many business owners. Learn how you can catch up on your company’s bookkeeping and make it stay that way.
Jasmine Womack is the CEO of The E.M.P.A.C.T. Group, an online consulting agency that works with leaders to help them establish authority in their...
We provide tips and advice curated from our newest eBook, Lead Anyone From Anywhere, that you can use to provide powerful leadership both in-person...
Brad Alexander runs Clarity Creative, a marketing agency that helps businesses connect with more customers by using story-based marketing.
Missed any of our podcasts in May? We’ve got you covered! We’ve rounded up every podcast for easy access and your listening pleasure.
BELAY’s social media managers are trained to help you create the perfect content calendar in order to keep followers engaged and maximize your...
Dr. Christy Frady is a dentist at Paramount Pediatric Dentistry, a multi-location pediatric dentist office proudly serving Southeastern Wisconsin.
BELAY’s remote contractors will help you knock out the tasks you hate so you can focus more time on doing the things you love.
Rohit Gupta founded Auditoria.AI in 2019, with the vision of ushering a new paradigm in artificial intelligence, machine learning and automation for...
Debra Boland is the office administrator at Advent Lutheran Church in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
Outsourcing your bookkeeping to a trained financial professional from BELAY will give you the time and resources you need to help your company thrive.
BELAY is committed to helping small businesses find qualified candidates without having to go through the hassle of recruitment and job interviews.
Becci Merritt, president and board chairman of Nicolás Fund for Education, leads an organization with a scholarship program that helps communities in...
Missed any of our podcasts in April? We’ve got you covered! We’ve rounded up every podcast for easy access and your listening pleasure.
BELAY’s social media managers are trained to help you create the perfect content calendar in order to keep followers engaged and maximize your...
Barbara Burgess is the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Vision Realization Officer at Wright Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit that provides life and...
A Bookkeeper from BELAY can give your e-commerce store the scalability you need to effectively grow your business.
Justin Salters is the founder and president of Hey Salty, a boutique public relations and marketing communications agency.
Ready to market your business? Leveraging your existing resources to market and grow your organization is your first step.
Kate Hoffman is the CEO and founder of Earn to Learn, the largest and most successful matched-savings scholarship program in the country.
BELAY provides reliable staffing assistance in order to help your company save time and find qualified candidates to fill key positions.
Dr. Michael Jacobson, a former family physician and flight surgeon in the military, has been in medicine for 37 years and a business-operating system...
Missed any of our podcasts in March? We’ve got you covered! We’ve rounded up every podcast for easy access and your listening pleasure.
Dr. Angie (Maria) Palafox, a tenured board-certified general surgeon at South Texas Breast Surgery, is trained in advanced laparoscopic and robotic...
There’s no need to stay in a constant quarterly state of stress. Become more prepared today so that you are ready when it’s time to file your taxes...
If you’re reading this, take it as your sign to help your future self by doing one thing today to help you start to streamline your finances.
Joe Garcia, co-founder and CEO of NoFo Brew Co, is in charge of a team of 20 people and three BELAY contractors.
A social media manager can take a burden off of you as well as your business. Find out how your business could profit from their help.
Theresa Caden is the administrator at GracePointe Forsyth Church in Cumming, Georgia.
Remote staffing isn’t going away anytime soon, if ever. Let’s talk about some do’s and don’ts of hiring.
Jessie Boucher helps people buy and sell homes as a residential real estate broker in Seattle, Washington.
Missed any of our podcasts in February? We’ve got you covered! We’ve rounded up every podcast for easy access and your listening pleasure.
As the director of emergency medicine at EMsono as well as the CEO and founder at ECG Weekly, Rob Blankenship is understandably busy juggling two...
We can confidently say that a majority of us now have remote work experience, though few can say they’ve done it exclusively for more than 11 years....
Damon Taylor is the CEO and founder of Here for You Enterprise, a counseling agency in Ohio that focuses on substance abuse.
Tax season is something that most business owners dread, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Bookkeepers can help you better prepare throughout the...
Social media is a moving target, ever-changing and evolving. Here, learn how to keep up to maximize your exposure and reach a greater audience for...
Dr. Audra Ward runs her periodontistry practice, Ward Periodontics, in Overland Park, Kansas.
A virtual assistant is basically a superhero with MacGyver-like skills. We’ll break down what it takes and what skills you need here.
Rob Herold operates a Chick-fil-A franchise, a quick-service restaurant that draws customers with fresh food, quality products and great hospitality.
You’ve decided it’s time for a bookkeeper. But what can you start doing now to be able to confidently hand over the keys?
Jodi Carlton, the owner of Spectrum Relationships, has over 20 years of experience as a therapist and has been a full-time coach of neurodiverse and...
Dr. Wendy McFalda is the principal provider at Clarkston Dermatology, a practice merged with a group of three doctors and 50 employees.
Missed any of our podcasts in January? We’ve got you covered! We’ve rounded up every podcast for easy access and your listening pleasure.
Bookkeepers from BELAY are financial professionals who will provide the reliable financial assistance you need to grow your business.
You’ve identified you need a social media manager. What are your first steps and what expectations should you have before starting the engagement?
Hiring isn’t hard; however, there are a few foolproof mistakes to avoid.
As senior pastor at First Baptist North Augusta, Stephen Cutchins is responsible for leading the organization and managing a team of people.
Even the most capable working professionals struggle with self-doubt, costing themselves time, money, opportunities and their reputations. In this...
We’ll catch you up to speed on the social media trends projected for 2022 and what next steps can be put in place to make sure you stay relevant and...
Susanne Tedrick is an author and speaker who works full time in the tech industry as well as maintaining her personal brand.
Missed any of our podcasts in December? We’ve got you covered! We’ve rounded up every podcast for easy access and your listening pleasure.
Having a sales team with a commission and compensation plan is valuable in continuing to grow your business and giving your team something to work...
Understanding and perfecting your leadership skills is a crucial part of working with people and bringing up a team that works together well.
Find out if you’re ready to hire a virtual bookkeeper to help you get out of the weeks of your day-to-day spreadsheets and invoices.
At BELAY, we value coming alongside an individual or a team in order to help them be the best they can be. This does not change when we place members...
BELAY is proud to lead the charge of disrupting the workforce status quo with modern staffing, one incredibly humbling award at a time.
Dave Rodriguez operates a Chick-fil-A franchise, a quick-service restaurant that draws customers by fresh food, quality products and great...
You may have an idea of what you think a bookkeeper does, but the reality of having great systems and accurate reporting in place is so much more.
Building strong potential client relationships is the best place to start in overcoming snags in your sales process.
Having the right people on your team and communication tools in place will allow you to trust that your team is getting what needs to be accomplished...
We recap some of our favorite moments from our most popular episodes including finding mentors, casting vision and staying prepared.
Organize your workspace today by adding only a few items we’ve found.
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When you’re having fun and genuinely enjoying yourself at work, you will be more excited to interact with your coworkers and check tasks off of your...
Learning how to say “no” and putting boundaries into place can help you accomplish more of your priorities.
Having and understanding a budget for your business is key in understanding where your money is and how you can continue to grow.
What if how you lead a remote team became valued as the next big thing for the best and brightest leaders to master? Read on to learn from The Lion's...
Virtual bookkeeping is a popular alternative to on-site services. Learn what it is and how to hire the right remote bookkeeper for your business.
When working with a bookkeeper, it’s helpful to know where to start in order to get the most out of the partnership from day one.
An AI and a VA are not the same thing but can be a great team when they work together.
We all have different personality traits and practices that, when we’re aware of them and use them to our advantage, can result in a great team...
When you don’t have a clear understanding of your social media presence and goals in place, it can seem understandably daunting. Here are some truths...
Not to be dramatic, but it’s basically gift-giving season already. Here’s a list of some of our favorite gifts for the coworkers, vendors and clients...
Setting personal goals, whether small or long term, allow you to be more successful and thrive in all aspects of your life.
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A little gratitude goes a long way — especially in the minutiae of the day-to-day. We’ll break down some of the simplest ways to show gratitude for...
Setting personal goals, whether small or long term, allow you to be more successful and thrive in all aspects of your life.
Having a clear year-end review is important in tracking the success of your business as well as knowing what to focus on and continue putting your...
Creating clear processes and procedures for your business can seem a bit daunting or fluffy, but it is one of the key ways to scale your business.
Tracking and staying on top of your business’s finances is a crucial part of your company’s success. Learn how to do that and hire the right people...
Vulnerability can be a great asset to team building, but you have to start at knowing and understanding your colleagues.
There are several myths surrounding remote work. We’ll explain why and debunk them for you.
What do social media managers wish you knew? We sat down with one of our resident social media managers to break down social media a bit more.
We know remote work. Our employees thrive in a remote environment in productivity and communication, and we want to share some of our knowledge with...
If you’re scratching your head wondering what’s the difference between bookkeeping and accounting, this post is for you.
When you start a business, you’re “running” it at the beginning. In order to truly “own” your business, you must have a team and systems in place....
Having an executive assistant who knows and understands your goals can allow you to grow as a leader. We’ll continue to walk you through how to...
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Can delegation be a weakness? Yes. Here are 5 signs you’re not delegating correctly.
Not to be dramatic, but it’s basically gift-giving season already. Here’s a list of some of our favorite gifts for the coworkers, vendors and clients...
Missed any of our podcasts in September? Or just can’t get enough of them? Say no more – we got you! Here, we’ve rounded up every podcast for...
Finding an assistant can feel like an impossible task. We’ll break down how to find the right fit and what to do once they’ve started.
Ready to start on your taxes? Here are 15 things you may think are tax-deductible that actually aren't.
A bookkeeper manages and records all of your business's financial transactions. But what exactly does that mean? We’ll break it down for you.
Stacy Williams-Duncan is a parish priest who shares her expertise in pedagogy, curriculum design, change management, and digital learning through...
Sending an average of 100,000+ emails every month and an additional 30,000 emails for specific marketing initiatives, BELAY’s marketing team faced...
Arnav Guleria is the managing director at Zanbato, a private securities crossing network providing market data, counter-party verification, and order...
Your organization needs to have a plan for how to continue to serve your customers and continue to be an industry leader in the instance of something...
Stephan Abrams is the owner of The Liquor Store of Jackson Hole, a locally-owned, customer focused business that is nationally recognized as an...
Finding an assistant can feel like an impossible task. We’ll break down how to find the right fit and what to do once they’ve started.
Churches have been working with us since the beginning, and we value getting to serve them in various aspects so that they can realign their focus...
Hiring a virtual assistant to help with each of your teams within your church can be a game-changer that saves time and opens up freedom to reach...
Missed any of our podcasts in August? Or just can’t get enough of them? Say no more – we got you! Here, we’ve rounded up every podcast for...
“In a society that says ‘put yourself last,’ self-love and self-acceptance are almost revolutionary. Self-care is not a habit; it is a lifestyle.” –...
Todd Slechta is the president of Covenant Initiatives for Care (CIC), an organization that partners with initiatives seeking to assist the...
Church leaders are buried in administrative tasks they shouldn’t need to do – and weren’t called to do. So how can church leaders slowly evolve from...
Church leaders are buried in administrative tasks they shouldn’t need to do – and weren’t called to do. So how can church leaders slowly evolve from...
Jim Amundson is the president and CEO of Independent Community Bankers of Minnesota (ICBM), a state trade association that represents community banks...
Thinking of hiring a social media professional? Keep reading. We cover how a social media manager can support your business.
Once you’ve determined that you’re ready, willing and able to delegate, get ready to have your mind blown. Seriously. Consider yourself warned –...
Missed any of our podcasts in July? Or just can’t get enough of them? Say no more – we got you! Here, we’ve rounded up every podcast for...
Wondering how to improve your time management skills? Here are 10 ways to make sure you’re thriving – and not just surviving – every day.
In accounting, journal entries are used to record your business’ daily financial activity. Learn why they matter and see examples to help you get...
Beth Carr is a Certified StoryBrand Guide and the founder of Fortified Branding, which applies the power of design and storytelling to be able to...
How To Hire A Reliable Virtual Assistant: 5 Considerations
Ashley Usher is a partner in TechCXO's Product & Technology practice, which provides companies with on-demand executives.
A social media manager plans and implements a company’s strategy across social media platforms. Learn about the skills you need to become an SMM.
Before you write this self-care article off as another impossibly unattainable lifestyle recommendation, here are 10 actionable, everyday things you...
Missed any of our podcasts in June? Or just can’t get enough of them? Say no more – we got you! Here, we’ve rounded up every podcast for...
While your toes rest blissfully in the sand, here are my summer reading recommendations so you can sharpen your ax while you recharge your batteries.
We provide insight and analysis on the cost of social media management and discuss some of the factors that may impact hourly rates and overall price.
Rod Whitson is a managing partner at the Strategy Shop, which serves as a trusted advisor to CEOs, founders, owners, and other key executives and...
How can you be sure you're ready to make the leap to a virtual assistant? It’s not as loaded a question as you might think, and determining the...
Dr. Tony Ebel and his wife, Kristina, are the owners and founders of The Pediatric Experience, a community of pediatric, prenatal, and family...
Are You Sure You're Ready For A Social Media Manager?
Trying to decide if you can afford to hire a bookkeeper? We’ve got you covered. Learn about average rates and factors that affect bookkeeper pricing.
Sandra Funk is the CEO and Creative Director of House of Funk, an interiors, building, and renovation design firm.
So, you want to be a virtual assistant. Now what? We’ve got you covered with virtual assistant training and a free download of our latest ebook to...
Missed any of our podcasts in May? We’ve rounded up every podcast for at-your-fingertips easy access and listening pleasure.
Future-Proofing Your Business: Are You Playing The Long Game – Or Are You Shortsighted?
Virtual Assistant or Social Media Manager: A Breakdown For Churches
Stormy Bradley is the President of Bulldog Steel, a steel manufacturing business that prides itself on its ability to deliver high-quality steel for...
Courageous Conversations: Everything You Need to Know From An HR Pro
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Anthony Armendariz is a Partner and Head of Design of Funsize, a digital service and product design agency.
Missed any of our podcasts in April? We’ve rounded up every podcast for at-your-fingertips easy access and listening pleasure.
Leisle Chung is the CEO of Vanguard Skin Specialists, Southern Colorado's premier dermatology and plastic surgery practice.
What if – hear us out – you could take a summer break as long as we once did as kids? Sound impossible? We can prove that it’s not …
65% of virtual employees have never had a team-building session. Here are 7 team building activities for remote employees. Try one out today!
Sure you got it all done, but could you use a lunch break here and there? Here are 5 signs superwomen may need a Virtual Assistant.
You know you need a vacation but instead, you trudge on. But what if we told you there’s a way to fully, truly and completely check out – maybe even...
Learn how churches can create a sense of community, shared culture and fun without shared spaces, water coolers, and break rooms here.
Learn what BELAY CEO Tricia Sciortino shared with Authority Magazine about strategies, tools and techniques she uses to effectively and efficiently...
Missed any of our podcasts in March? Or just can’t get enough of them? Say no more – we got you! Here, we’ve rounded up every podcast for...
Whatever intersection of professional and personal life you’re at, one thing is certain: You deserve a better way to work and live. And Ascension...
Who has opened a financial software application and stepped away a bit overwhelmed with the amount of data available? These are the top 5 financial...
You know you need a vacation but instead, you trudge on. But what if we told you there’s a way to fully, truly and completely check out – maybe even...
Maybe you’re a tax all-star. Or maybe you’re like the rest of us and you experienced a few … hiccups this tax season. An extension filed. A mistake...
What An Accounting Clerk Is – And Why You May Need One.
While a sustainable, long-term remote workforce requires some shifts, it is arguably what could ultimately save countless organizations. Learn what...
Guy and Margaret 'Maggie' Timberlake are the Chief Visionary Officer and President, respectively, of GovCon Club.
Missed any of our podcasts in February? Or just can’t get enough of them? Say no more – we got you! Here, we’ve rounded up every podcast for...
Kevin Callahan is the principal at Interaction Agility, Inc. and for more than two decades, he's brought people together to solve complex problems as...
Whether you’re a leader or aspiring to be one, it’s time to take Tricia’s new book from ‘save for later’ to ‘buy now. Here’s why.
Learn how BELAY client Dethra U. Giles overcame ‘conspiring’ email and calendar overload with help from her CSC Kyler and VA Jennifer.
I’m an entrepreneur and we run a huge business with thousands of people. My BELAY Virtual Assistant has started has been phenomenal.
As The Tuning School's co-founders, President Bob Morreale and his wife, CFO Mandy Morreale, help vehicles to the next level of performance for...
As the CEO of ExecuPrep, Dethra leads her organization of international Diversity, Equity and Inclusion training, coaching and consulting.
Executive assistant Kate has helped Lisa navigate the good, the bad and the ugly, and she wouldn’t be able to lead BELAY without her support.
Learn how BELAY's CEO uses her Social Media Manager to stay connected, engage her audience and get more done.
Michael Taggart is the COO and CTO of the informational technology and development team at Envoy Media Group, Inc.
Bookkeeping is more than simple data entry. So if it’s at the bottom of your to-do list or it’s not your calling, it may be time to call in the...
Whether you’re a billionaire tycoon or a small business, managing your bottom line is the difference between success and failure.
Here is how BELAY COO & CFO Lisa Zeeveld would argue her case to a woman denying her need for a bookkeeper – and how they can help her actually be...
As the Executive Director of the Acacia Fraternity, Patrick McGovern oversees all daily operations of the Fraternity's International Headquarters.
If you’re considering requesting a permanent telecommuting gig, here are some qualifying questions to ask yourself before you ask your boss.
Missed any of our podcasts in January? Here, we’ve rounded up every podcast for at-your-fingertips easy access and listening pleasure.
If you accept help from grocery services, babysitters, trainers or even Uber, you should definitely accept the help of an assistant. Here’s why.