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Ways to work with Virtually Brady

As small business owners, we do all the things.


But do you find yourself ever wishing for more?


—I wish I could get my email marketing consistent and growing. 


—I wish I had time to update my Google Listing. 


—I wish my e-commerce had better product descriptions and the inventory count was correct.


—I wish I had time to work on the growth of my business


When you do all the things, your daily norm is juggling everything and you start to lose focus.


Time slips away, and those critical tasks that drive business growth take a backseat. 


Sure, your business may stay steady, but instead of strategizing for growth, you're stuck answering emails, managing marketing campaigns, updating business details, and tackling an ever-growing list of routine, time-consuming tasks.


If you can relate, you may have found yourself wishing for more time to do the tasks
that matter. 

If that’s you, then it’s time we meet! 👋


Hi, I’m Brady, a Virtual Assistant who helps small business owners with time-consuming tasks so your business grows and your to-do list is complete


I focus on key areas that offer the greatest time-saving benefits for small business owners. However, I also work closely with each business to prioritize a customized list of tasks that will have the most significant impact and help you achieve your goals efficiently, with extra time in your day.



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If you’re searching for help in your business so you can focus on the most important things that need *your* attention, there are a few specific ways we can partner together to make sure that you’re achieving exactly what you want to achieve this year.



5 Main Ways To Work With Virtually Brady



1️⃣  EMAIL MARKETING


Email marketing is a powerful way for small businesses to connect directly with their audience, build relationships, and drive sales. It is a step above social media with a list of contacts that you “own” .

It allows you to deliver custom messages straight to your customers’ inboxes, keeping them informed about new products, promotions, and updates. It is also affordable and has a high return on investment. Overall, email marketing is an essential tool to grow your business and stay in front of your audience.


I’m passionate about helping small businesses kickstart their email marketing or consistently maintain the efforts they started but have forgotten.


Many people think email marketing is just about sending updates when there’s something new to share, but it’s SO much more than that. When your customers sign up for your emails, they’re giving you permission to stay connected and keep them in the loop about your business. They want to hear from you—not just about new products or services but also about the stories, updates, and insights that make your business unique.


Consistently communicating with your audience builds loyalty and strengthens relationships. Over time, they begin to recognize your name in their inbox and feel a genuine connection to your brand.


How I Can Help: I work closely with small businesses to develop effective email marketing strategies. Together, we create a content plan to keep your email list engaged and growing, brainstorming fresh ideas for consistent, valuable communication.


Whether it’s monthly or weekly, I ensure your emails go out on schedule with polished templates that reflect your brand, provide clear information, include helpful links, and make it easy for customers to reach you.


Additionally, I focus on strategies to grow your email audience, expanding your reach and impact.


Email marketing is a detailed process that takes time and effort to establish a consistent rhythm, but the results are worth it. My goal is to take this task off your plate so you can focus on other important areas of your business.


See also this Blog Post:
The Impact of Email Marketing on Business Growth




2️⃣   GOOGLE LISTING MANAGEMENT


Google Listings are a
vital platform for small businesses, but they often get set up and then “ghosted”, or forgotten. When your Google Listing is showing up in Google searches it is great, but your work is not done,  that is just the beginning.


If a Google Listing goes untouched it will fall lower in the Google rankings. To stay visible in searches—and even move up in local rankings—your Google Listing needs consistent updates and engagement. This includes sharing posts, adding photos, updating hours, and encouraging reviews. However, managing all of this can easily take a couple of hours a month, not to mention the time it takes to keep up with Google’s frequent changes.


That’s where I come in! Google Listing Management is a service I’m proud to offer small businesses because it helps ensure they’re not just showing up but standing out. When people search for products or services like yours, you want to be the one they find.


Your Google Listing does more than display your business—it communicates your hours, offerings, and customer reviews, all of which influence potential customers’ decisions. Keeping it updated and engaging is key to building trust and driving traffic.


How I Can Help: I manage Google Listings weekly, handling updates like changes to your hours, creating keyword posts, adding fresh photos, and strategizing ways to collect more reviews. Each of these steps helps boost your visibility and maintain a strong presence in local searches. 


See also this Blog Post:

→  The Power of Google Business Listings: What They Are, How They Work, and Why They're Important



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ADMINISTRATIVE TASKS


Business owners wear many hats and do “all the things”. Handling every administrative task personally can quickly become overwhelming and take time away from revenue-generating activities.


How I Help: I offer remote administrative support to help streamline your daily operations and keep your business organized. Each business carries its own time-consuming administrative tasks, which I custom assist with, but in general, some of the services I work on most include tasks like inbox management to ensure important emails are prioritized and responded to, client onboarding to create a seamless experience for new customers, calendar management to keep your schedule running smoothly, and appointment scheduling to maximize your productivity. 


By handling the essential but time-consuming tasks, I help you stay focused on your core business goals while ensuring efficiency and organization behind the scenes.



4️⃣  E-COMMERCE MANAGEMENT


Selling products and services online requires both commitment and significant time investment. When adding inventory to your e-commerce platform, accuracy is key—everything from stock counts and sizes to pricing and detailed descriptions needs to be spot on. Tackling a large batch of new products can quickly become overwhelming, consuming hours of valuable time.



Unfortunately, when time is tight, I have found many small businesses cut corners by shortening product descriptions, leading to missed keywords and confused customers who end up asking clarifying questions, which, ironically, adds even more time to the process, and is honestly not good for business reputation.


That’s where I step in. I specialize in helping small businesses streamline their e-commerce operations.


How I Can Help: When new inventory arrives, I handle the data entry from start to finish. For example, if you’re selling T-shirts, I’ll input every detail—from the brand and fabric composition to fit, size options, and care instructions. I also incorporate targeted keywords into the descriptions, ensuring your products show up in search results. Additionally, I upload high-quality product images to create a visually appealing online store that maximizes online sales. All of which provides a seamless buyer experience.


For businesses that want to go the extra mile, I can also create email marketing templates showcasing the new arrivals, bundling services to save even more time. This allows you to focus on preparing your inventory for the sales floor while I handle the technical backend.


Many of the businesses I work with use platforms like Shopify, and I’m experienced with managing collections, tags, and other essential tools to optimize their online store. 



5️⃣  SOCIAL MEDIA PLANNING 


Managing social media as a small business owner can be challenging—I understand this firsthand, I live through it too. Yet, maintaining an active presence on social platforms is essential, as customers often look to these channels to learn more about your business.


Creating and scheduling posts for multiple platforms is time-intensive, even with tools like Later, or when you sync accounts and have cross-platform posting. While these tools help, they still require preparation and consistent input to ensure your content is engaging and timely.


How I Can Help: I work with small businesses to develop a social media plan. Together, we create a content calendar to ensure posts are consistent and represent the brand.  If you use scheduling tools, I handle the task of uploading the content and scheduling the posts, freeing up your time for other priorities.


One of my favorite aspects of social media management is engagement—an often overlooked element that can help with growth. I help businesses interact with their audience by responding to comments, answering questions, and engaging with posts from other accounts to increase visibility. I also monitor followers, share relevant content, and foster community-building efforts. 


Overall, social media is about more than just “likes.” Through consistent posting, thoughtful engagement, and meaningful interactions, I help businesses build a stronger online presence and connect with their audience in their authentic, organic ways.


See also this Blog Post:

How To Market Your Business Outside of "Just" Social Media




Are you ready to reclaim your time and grow your business?


Running a business is, well, a full-time job—
and then some. Handling administrative time-consuming tasks on top of everything else can quickly drain your time and energy, pulling you away from the work that truly drives your business forward.


It is time to get back to your passion. 


As your virtual assistant, I take care of the behind-the-scenes details—so you can focus on growth, strategy, and what you do best. 


If you are ready to reclaim your time, re-unite with your passion, and run your business with less stress and more efficiency, let’s connect and make it happen.


I am ready to partner with you and grow your business. Let’s work
together to make your year in business the best one yet.

Click
HERE and let's chat. 🖤

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