How Virtual Assistants Supports a Coaching Business

A professional coaching business specialising in leadership development and career strategy for educators needed operational support to align with its expanding client base and service offerings. With a growing online presence, multiple digital products, and a successful membership programme, the business owner made a strategic decision to delegate high-effort but low-leverage tasks to a trusted virtual assistant partner.

The Challenge

While the coaching practice was well-structured and thriving, backend operations were beginning to take up more time than necessary. The business required expert support to: - Schedule and maintain a consistent social media presence - Organise emails and improve digital workflow in Gmail - Set up and refine course content, sales pages, and email automations in Simplero - Maintain high attention to detail across content and communications - Provide ad hoc admin support during launches and client onboarding

The Solution

Virtual Assistants provided tailored virtual support over a series of projects from late 2022 through 2023. The VA team worked alongside the business owner to deliver: - Visual content creation and scheduling via Canva and Facebook - Backend platform management in Simplero, including automations and course updates - Inbox and document organisation using Gmail and cloud tools - Administrative support for content planning, testimonial collection, and system refinements - Proactive suggestions to streamline operations and improve digital efficiency

The Results

Through structured and responsive VA support, the business was able to: - Maintain a professional, consistent presence across platforms - Delegate non-core activities and stay focused on client results and strategy - Improve system flow and email processes with minimal handholding - Prepare confidently for product launches and marketing campaigns The support provided greater operational clarity and freed up the business owner to focus on delivering high-value coaching services.

Everything was handled with precision and care, and I felt confident knowing the backend of my business was in good hands.""

Orla Dempsey