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Why Hire An Executive Assistant Over AI?

5/1/2025

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Why a Real Executive Assistant Outperforms AI Tools Every Time

In an era where artificial intelligence tools are marketed as productivity hacks and time-savers, it's easy to assume they can replace the need for human support. But for entrepreneurs, c-suite leaders, and remote professionals managing complex workloads and high-stakes decision-making, there's no substitute for a highly-skilled Executive Assistant (EA).
At The First Pick VA Group, we’ve worked with executives across the country, and we’ve seen firsthand the difference a real EA makes. Here’s why an Executive Assistant will always outperform AI when it comes to executive support.

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How To Protect Yourself - Strategies To Put In Place As An Independent Freelancer

6/6/2022

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Being an independent contractor comes with many benefits, from flexible hours and work schedules to the freedom to do what you love as your career. One of the not-so-great things about working as a freelancer is the lack of support to help protect you. With over five years of freelance experience under my belt, I have dealt with scammers, abusive clients, boundary pushers, and just downright bullies. So to spare you from some of the headaches I went through, here are my top 5 ways to protect yourself as a freelancer: 

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Mastering the Interview

11/15/2021

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Regardless of profession, it’s a safe bet to assume that almost all of us will go through an interview or two in our lifetimes. As a virtual assistant, interviewing is often a regular part of the job as you rotate through projects and clients. This article shares some of my top tips and tricks for mastering interviews and landing the jobs you want. 

1. Appear Professional
Now I know this might sound pretty obvious, but the importance of looking professional cannot be overstated. This doesn’t just refer to physical appearance and clothing also refers to your surroundings and the environment you present yourself in. So avoid the temptation to get too comfortable as a work-from-home employee: put on a professional outfit that makes you feel confident, set up your work space with a nice backdrop or pre-set your background filter, and make sure everything looks clean and tidy. 

2. Show Up Early     
We all know how important being on time is, right? I always recommend showing up to any interview or meeting with a client at least 5 minutes early. Plan this extra time out beforehand to make sure you have a good internet connection, your links are working properly, and eliminate the possibility you will be rushing or appear unprepared. 

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