Welcome to Delegate Like a CEO with me Mel Maw, a career-long Executive Assistant turned Virtual Agency Owner.
Over the last 6 years our small but incredible team of Virtual Executive Assistants have been supporting entrepreneurs and CEOs across a huge range of industries from tech to HR, and our exceptional Lifestyle Assistants have been taking care of life for private clients and families daily.
We know how to protect what precious time you have and make you more productive.
This podcast is the place to find out everything you need to know about hiring virtual assistants, whether you want to hire your first, or your next VA. We’ll show you how to choose the best one for you and make it a successful partnership.
Plus we’ll share our agency inner workings and client stories to satisfy your curiosity about life with a VA. And we can’t forget the productivity tips, so you can stay focused and sane.
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Ever wondered if you can delegate dating? Can a VA could help you find love? We kind of can! In this episode, we share the heartwa…
Tired of playing calendar-tetris with your partner and fighting over forgotten car insurance renewals? But all you actually want is a peaceful and enjoyable date night once in a while?
In this episode…
If you’ve been thinking about hiring a Virtual Assistant but unsure whether to find a VA yourself or work with an agency, or if you've been wondering how to get the support you need while ensuring fa…
In this deeply personal episode, our Virtual Assistant client and HR consultant Jo Taylor shares how losing her husband, who handled much of her business admin, challenged her to find new support thr…
Ever felt quite nervous at the thought of handing over your business or personal details to a Virtual Assistant? You’re not alone.
In this episode, I’ll be sharing how to hire a VA with confidence, es…
The VA industry continue to evolve and in this episode I’m covering key trends that you as a business owner hiring a VA needs to know about the VA industry in 2025.
I break down three key trends resha…
As we wrap up the year, you’re probably reflecting on everything you’ve accomplished and dreaming up bold goals for next year. But what if you didn’t have to tackle it all alone?
In this episode, I di…
Are you always running at full speed, putting out fires, juggling client tasks, and tackling a never-ending to-do list? If you’ve ever felt like you’re stuck in “catch-up” mode and there’s no space t…
Ever feel like you’re making decisions all day long, from the moment you get out of bed to the last email before sleep?
You’re not alone. In this episode, we dive into the sneaky, exhausting culprit o…
Feeling buried by never-ending to-do lists and demands coming from all sides? Trust me, I get it. As an agency owner with a packed client roster and a team of six, I’ve been there.
But I found my savi…
Welcome to the age of AI. There’s a lot of talk about whether AI will make Virtual Assistants obsolete, but here's the truth: AI isn’t taking over VA jobs; it’s making them even more effective.
In thi…
Brace yourselves – we’re diving into the C-word today… no, not that one – I’m talking about CHRISTMAS!
Whether you’re eye-rolling or already in festive mode, it’s time to get serious about planning. A…
🎧 In today’s episode, we’re talking with our client Carie Barkhuizen, Founder of Seymour PR, about her transformational journey into the world of outsourcing to her new Lifestyle Virtual Assistant.
Sp…
You’ve taken the leap—hired your Virtual Assistant (VA), signed the contract, and made your first payment. But now you’re wondering: what happens next?
As the owner of Virtual Assistant agency owner w…
Ever hired a Virtual Assistant, only to find the experience more stressful than helpful? You’re not alone.
Maybe your last attempt left you burned, with more work on your plate and a lingering frustra…
Feeling overwhelmed by a never-ending list of tasks? It's probably time to consider hiring a VA before burnout sets in.
But how can you make sure you're ready to hand things over smoothly? What do you…
Maybe you’re a start up CEO, the business is scaling or recently closed a funding round and your diary is utterly out of control, you need to stop spending hours in your inbox too and it’s time to ge…
Divorce is one of life's biggest upheavals, and transitioning into a new family dynamic can be daunting. Balancing your own needs with those of your children can feel like juggling more balls than ev…
If you’ve ever gone through the full on process of buying a property or moving house, you know it’s hectic and can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be with the right support in place.
I’m sharing …
Ever wondered what the benefits of working with a boutique agency virtual assistant are compared to hiring a full-time physical assistant? If you're a CEO, C-Suite or exec and you're considering whet…