Скачать или смотреть EP256: From Admin Overload to Efficiency: The Ultimate Guide to Hiring a Virtual Assistant

In this episode of the Hammer & Grind Podcast, host Brad Heer breaks down exactly how hiring a virtual assistant (VA) can help contractors and business owners escape admin overload and reclaim their time. If your schedule feels chaotic, you’re missing calls or follow-ups, or you’re stuck doing low-value admin work nights and weekends this episode is for you.

Brad covers the biggest myths about virtual assistants, what a VA actually is, and how to know if you’re truly ready to hire one. You’ll learn how VAs can handle inbox management, scheduling, follow-ups, expense tracking, document organization, customer communication, and more so you can focus on high-value activities like sales, leadership, and family time.

This episode also dives deep into the mindset shift most business owners struggle with: understanding the real value of your time. Brad explains why doing everything yourself is never “free,” how to delegate smartly, and why hiring help especially virtual help can dramatically increase efficiency and profitability. Stick around until the end for resources, recommendations, and a VA starter checklist to help you take action immediately.

EP256: From Admin Overload to Efficiency: The Ultimate Guide to Hiring a Virtual Assistant
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In this episode, Brad talks about:
1. What a virtual assistant really does and how they work
2. Signs you’re ready to hire a VA
3. Common myths and limiting beliefs about delegation
4. High-impact tasks your VA should own
5. How virtual assistants improve efficiency and reduce stress
6. The real cost of “doing it yourself” in your business
7. Where and how to find reliable virtual assistants

You’ll Learn How To:
1. Get out of admin jail and regain control of your schedule
2. Delegate low-value tasks without losing quality
3. Build simple systems and SOPs for your VA
4. Scale your business without burning out
5. Use global talent to your advantage

⏱️ 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐬:
00:00 – Intro & sponsor message
03:45 – What is a virtual assistant?
07:10 – Are you ready to hire a VA? (5 key questions)
12:30 – What tasks your VA should own
21:40 – Understanding the real value of your time
30:10 – Global talent & common misconceptions
36:20 – Where to find a VA + resources

Mentioned:

Learn more about hiring a VA: hammerandgrind.com/VA
Download the checklist and start the process today: hammerandgrind.com/VAchecklist


Link to Resources:

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