What In-House EAs Can Learn from the Virtual Assistant Model
What In-House EAs Can Learn from the Virtual Assistant Model […]
How to Onboard a Virtual Assistant Successfully
Hiring a Virtual Assistant (VA) can bring game-changing support to your business. But even with the best candidate in place, success still depends on one key factor—how well you onboard them. At Lily Shippen, we’ve supported businesses across the UK for years, recruiting high-calibre Virtual Assistants, Personal Assistants (PAs) and Executive Assistants (EAs). And in [...]
How a Virtual Assistant and Access to Work Helped Me as a Business Owner
Around two years ago, I was diagnosed with ADHD. Like many people, I didn’t recognise the signs in myself for a long time. Once I did, it was as though I could finally see the patterns that had shaped how I worked and lived. I realised that, unknowingly, I’d often held myself back, not through [...]
The Virtual Assistant Market in 2025: What You Need to Know
Since launching our dedicated Virtual Assistant (VA) division in 2020, Lily Shippen has watched the market shift and develop at pace. Five years on, one thing is clear: the demand for UK virtual assistants continues to rise, with more businesses than ever seeking flexible, high-quality support. The reasons behind this are varied. For some, it’s [...]
Should You Hire a Virtual Assistant or In-House EA? The Pros and Cons
In today’s evolving business landscape, the need for high-quality executive support remains constant, but how that support is delivered is changing. One of the most common questions founders and senior leaders ask us is whether to hire a Virtual Assistant or an in-house Executive Assistant. […]
Virtual Networking: Are we tired of it, and do we want to be back in a room?
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How hiring a VA can benefit your business.
In today’s fast-paced digital era, businesses face numerous challenges that demand streamlined operations and optimal productivity. As an entrepreneur or small business owner, you may find yourself juggling multiple tasks, struggling to meet deadlines, and feeling overwhelmed by admin. […]
Spotlight On: A Remote Executive Assistant
With the effects of the global COVID-19 pandemic, many companies have changed the way in which they operate for good. As a result, there are more and more companies, entrepreneurs and business owners looking to bring on board remote or virtual staff, rather than hiring someone to be based in the office full-time, as was [...]
Key Attributes of a Great Virtual Assistant
With more companies, entrepreneurs and individuals seeking remote support now than ever before, it is important to consider what makes a great Virtual Assistant. We have put together what we feel are the key attributes to look out for when searching for the right VA to bring onboard to your business. […]
How Can a Virtual Assistant Help to Grow Your Business?
We all know that running a business is no easy feat, and that it requires a great deal of time, patience, drive and motivation in order to continually grow your business day in day out. Whilst there are many things you, as an entrepreneur or business owner, can do in order to scale your business, [...]
