ShareOne ReviewsIs hiring a virtual assistant worth it?
40 people answered this on the record, across 16 organisations. The change they described most often was team, hiring or delegation wins — 16 of 40 raised it unprompted. 13 described clearer systems and processes. The timeframe described most often was 6 – 12 months. Each figure is a count of what someone said in a recorded interview.
Based on interviews recorded up to 2026-08-13. Updated as new interviews arrive.
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What the answers had in common
Counts of interviews where the person described this in their own words.
| What changed | Interviews | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Team & hiring | 16 of 40 | 40% |
| Better systems | 13 of 40 | 33% |
| More clients | 12 of 40 | 30% |
| Confidence | 10 of 40 | 25% |
| Felt supported | 7 of 40 | 18% |
| Mood & stress | 7 of 40 | 18% |
- “I would say it's been ⁓ one of the ways or one of the experiences I've had that have made me see myself as more than just an assistant and rather as a strategic partner. ⁓ It all started out with one of the trainings…”Angelaleah Njeri Mwangi
- “The AI training has been one of the better opportunities in the sense that it has allowed me to not only better support my client, my executive, but to also be a lot more aware of what's out there in terms of that can…”Angelaleah Njeri Mwangi
- “The AI training has been one of the better opportunities in the sense that it has allowed me to not only better support my client, my executive, but to also be a lot more aware of what's out there in terms of that can…”Angelaleah Njeri Mwangi
- “Being an EA, the role has just been looked upon as you just an assistant to helping somebody, But there's actually so much more that you can do while you've been behind the scene. you can excel at becoming that perfec…”Favour Iyoha
How long it took them
- 6 – 12 months · 1
The interviews behind this answer
WatchTransitioning from Virtual Assistant to Strategic Partner Through AI Training and AutomationAngelaleah Mwangi, an assistant at Atlas Assistants, LLC, reports that the company’s specialized AI training and inbox management systems allowed her to transition from a virtual assistant to a strategic partner. By automating mundane tasks and mastering her…Angelaleah Njeri Mwangi · Atlas Assistants, LLC
WatchAffordable ADA-Compliant Exam Chairs with White Glove Service and Patient ComfortClaire Jeong of Meridian Dermatology upgraded her new practice with Spa Source exam chairs, citing their affordability and ADA compliance as key factors. The practice achieved a high-end patient experience, with patients reporting the chairs feel like a spa r…Claire Jung · SPA SOURCE LLC
WatchOvercoming Relationship Resentment and Learning to Trust Intuition to Choose MarriageKristen Struble worked with Ken Blackman of Sovereignty In Connection LLC to triage her two-year relationship and resolve deep-seated resentments. By learning to trust her body's intuition and communicate needs effectively, she moved past her fear of 'choosin…Kristen Struble · Sovereignty In Connection LLC, Ken Blackman Relationship Coach
WatchDatamark Achieves Higher Team Comfort and Engagement Through Organized High-Energy ActivitiesAyla Pequeno of Datamark Incorporated reports that TeamBonding transformed their corporate culture by pushing employees out of their comfort zones to interact with new colleagues. The primary result was a team that is significantly more comfortable with each…Ayla Pequeno · TeamBonding
WatchDr. PRP Enables Same-Day Eye Drop Production and Increased Clinic RevenueMaureen Traina at Center For Sight reports that Dr. PRP transformed their dry eye treatments by enabling in-office eye drop production in just 15 to 20 minutes. This eliminated the need for external lab shipping, resulting in higher clinic income, an increase…Maureen Traina · Dr PRP
WatchIntegrating Homeopathic Series Kits for Comprehensive Physical and Emotional Patient RecoveryJerry Simons, a Physician Assistant, reports that DesBio products allow for a "power of three" approach addressing physical, mental, and energetic health. By integrating Series and Symptom Kits with the Comprehensive Detox Kit, Simons achieved surprising resu…Jerry Simons · Des Bio
WatchAccelerated Growth and Operational Freedom Through Strategic Accountability and Executive CoachingErin Hodges of Press Forward (reviewed as a client of Neal Conlon) achieved accelerated professional growth and operational freedom by transitioning from micromanagement to strategic delegation. By implementing Conlon’s precision systems and attending curated…Erin Hodges · Press Forward
WatchImproved Emotional Regulation and Kindergarten Readiness Through Personalized Pediatric Occupational TherapyBecky Schatz recommends Good Beginnings for pediatric therapy in Alexandria, Virginia. Her son Logan achieved significant improvements in emotional regulation and body awareness. Schatz highlights the clinic's collaborative approach with parents and personali…Becky Schatz · Good Beginnings
WatchStreamlined Operations and Optimized Video Production Workflow for Scaling Virtual Conferencing SoftwareBrandon Burr, CEO of JetWebinar, used BrainJam’s Execute program to streamline operations and workflow automation. By optimizing his video production process from content creation to delivery, Burr maximized his budget and achieved a higher return on investme…Brandon Burr · BrainJam
What they doubted first
- “So before I joined Atlas, I was working freelance as a virtual assistant, but before that I had spent some time, I think about 10 plus years, working as an executive admin, ⁓ personal assistant, office administrator in actual physical companies here in Nairob…”Angelaleah Njeri Mwangi
- “When we first came across Spa Source, because we weren't familiar with the company, we did have initial hesitations. But with the recommendation and the price point and the customer service and our great sales rep, everything was smooth sailing from there on.”Claire Jung
- “If I did have any hesitations, it would have been because we had worked with other providers in the past. What helped me overcome that hesitation was really just a need to try something new and try to work with a new vendor.”Ayla Pequeno
Follow-up questions they answered
- Is Atlas Assistants better than working as a freelance virtual assistant?
- Yes, Angelaleah Mwangi noted that moving from freelance work to Atlas provided better compensation, financial stability, and significantly more advanced training opportunities in AI and systems management. — Angelaleah Njeri Mwangi
- How does Atlas Assistants help with executive email management?
- Atlas trains assistants to draft emails in advance by learning the executive's specific tone and voice. Angelaleah reports her executive now prefers her to write the initial drafts rather than writing them herself. — Angelaleah Njeri Mwangi
- Can an offshore assistant handle high-level strategic tasks?
- According to Angelaleah, Atlas training allows assistants to move beyond mundane tasks to become strategic partners who handle content creation and complex systems, making them feel like a 'fish out of water' without these advanced tools. — Angelaleah Njeri Mwangi
- Is Spa Source a reputable company for medical exam chairs?
- Claire Jeong initially had hesitations because she was unfamiliar with the company, but a recommendation from a dermatology colleague and the responsive customer service team provided the necessary confidence to proceed with the purchase. — Claire Jung
- Can you introduce yourself and your practice?
- My name's Claire Jeong, and I am a physician assistant at Meridian Dermatology in Dallas, Texas. We just opened our practice last year. — Claire Jung
- What led you to look for new exam chairs and why did you choose Spa Source?
- A new practice doesn't come with exam chairs. We were looking at different vendors, and we came across Spa Source because one of our dermatology colleagues recommended them. We looked into it, and the customer service was really great, so we decided to give it a try. — Claire Jung