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Build a business that runs without you. Real stories from our VAs and clients, the 4 pillars of a Win Team, and how we work with you to find, hire and onboard a virtual assistant we train to lead.

How to Build a Business That Runs Without You

How to Build a Business That Runs Without You

Could your business survive two weeks without you? If not, it’s a job you gave yourself. Here’s how to build one that runs without you, one recorded task at a time.

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New to hiring a VA? Begin with these.

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Which Accidental Boss are you?

Not one of the Five Accidental Bosses is a bad person. Each one is a decent owner doing something that feels like kindness, or trust, or efficiency. And it is quietly costing them the person they hired. Most owners are two of them. Nobody is none of them. Take the quiz and find out which ones are running your business right now.

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Build the Setup

Super Toolkits, Scrum and getting the business out of your head.

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Watch Kris talk outsourcing, productivity and growth with experts and our own VAs.

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Hear it from the business owners and VAs we work with.

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Upwork vs. OnlineJobs.ph: The Outsourcing Truth No One’s Telling You

Upwork vs. OnlineJobs.ph: The Outsourcing Truth No One’s Telling You

As a busy business owner, you’re faced with a choice: Upwork or OnlineJobs.ph. Upwork offers a diverse pool of global talent, while OnlineJobs.ph provides dedicated Filipino virtual assistants at an affordable price. Which platform is the right fit for you? We’ll compare their strengths, fees, and ease of use to help you make an informed decision. And if you’re looking for a winning solution to beat burnout and boost your business, our services at Win The Hour Win The Day have got you covered. Let’s find the perfect outsourcing match and take your business to new heights!

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Kris talks with business owners and experts.

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Your Boring Life Is Actually Great Content! With Toby Myles

Your Boring Life Is Actually Great Content! With Toby Myles

Episode Summary I used to think my best stories were too small to post. Then I read someone say she'd sooner jump out a second-story window than sit in a Zoom breakout room. I laughed out loud, because I've felt that way about every "get to know your group" warm-up I...

Claim Your Throne – Own The Media Game! with Jamie Maglietta

Claim Your Throne – Own The Media Game! with Jamie Maglietta

Episode Summary I'm at my best in a private conversation. One-on-one, in the comments, on a call, I'm all in.Then it's time to be visible in public, and I shrink. For years I told myself the fix was to pitch harder. Get on a bigger show. Wait for someone with a larger...

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