New and Underrated Tools for Virtual Assistants
Streamline Your Workload
As an experienced executive assistant, I know firsthand that the right tools can make all the difference when it comes to productivity and efficiency. While there are some well-known tools that are commonly used by EAs, I wanted to share some newer, lesser-known tools that can help take your work to the next level.
Clockwise
This tool is a life-saver when it comes to scheduling. It uses AI to help you schedule meetings and manage your calendar, ensuring that you have plenty of time for focused work and can avoid scheduling conflicts.
Aisera
Aisera is an AI-powered helpdesk that can help you streamline your support tasks. It can automate common tasks like answering emails and handling customer inquiries, freeing up your time to focus on more strategic work.
Otter
Otter is a note-taking app that uses AI to transcribe your meetings and conversations in real-time. This can be a huge time-saver when it comes to capturing important information and action items. Many times, VA’s are asked to take notes in important meetings. This is where the tool really shines. No AI can transcribe perfectly, but this tool truly does a great job.
EXPERT TIP: Record the meeting so that you can reference it later when you are reviewing your meeting notes to fix AI mistakes.
Grammarly Business
Grammarly is a popular tool for checking grammar and spelling, but the business version takes it a step further. It includes features like tone detection and style suggestions, helping you to communicate more effectively in your written communication.
Trello
Trello is a project management tool that is gaining popularity and can help you keep track of tasks and deadlines across multiple projects. It's highly visual and customizable, making it a great tool for staying organized.
These are just a few of the many, many tools available to virtual assistants and virtual executive assistants today. By leveraging technology and automation, VAs and VEAs can streamline their workflows and focus on the tasks that really matter. What are some of your favorite tools for productivity and efficiency?