Are You Getting Your Money's Worth?

I have been thinking; with the unemployment rate at an all time high are employers really getting their money's worth?

Looking through the classifieds and speaking to professionals one is left to wonder are employers choosing wisely? I can understand that some employers might see this as a great time for filling positions due to the economic downturn and the sea of choices available, but are they filling those positions with quality professionals or are they being filled by those with less to offer an employer as they are too distracted looking for a bargain?

I was speaking to a former colleague with tons of experience in her field, she was expressing how frustrating it was going to interviews only to be low-balled and told, "we have a lot to choose from."

When I started Bee Bolder I was asked the question... "How can you compete with those offering their services for dirt cheap?" My answer to that was, "I do not see them as my competition because sooner rather than later they'll get what they pay for." So this is where we are today with the economy in the tank, employers are thinking that "Yes, I can get away with filling vacant positions by paying well below market" but experience shows there is no credible substitute for experience and quality.

Do not get caught in this trap of substituting what you know is right. Let me share an experience with you. I was told there was a great new grocery store that just opened and the prices were just unbelievable so I went to check it out.

I picked up some everyday items that I thought would be okay to try for quality (yes, I am always thinking about quality) granola bars, yogurt, and dried prunes were just some of the items I picked out. I got home unpacked my bags and was ready to relax so I grabbed one of the granola bars from the packet of 6 only to bite into a stale and awful tasting granola; the yogurt was no better, it tasted like glue, I thought this could not possibly be happening so I went to grab my box of prunes; oh those prunes, what could go wrong....I reached for them and my son yelled "hold up mom! the sell by date has passed." What! is this for real.

I can tell you that in this case a penny saved was not a penny earned. That was my last visit.

So for employers out there thinking that they are getting those positions filled at a bargain, think clearly and wisely. You cannot substitute quality.

Give us a call today and let us help you. Remember, no overheads, no payroll taxes, no long term contracts and you get quality professionals with experience.

Why substitute?

Do You Truly Want To Be Organized?

The question most asked by our clients is, can you get me organized? I do not seem to be able to find anything. As a Virtual Assistant at Bee Bolder we understand the need to be organized.

Self employed and going on vacation? You need continuity, you need to make sure that your clients are taken care of; your bills paid; I can tell you first hand that there is always a fear from those asking the question because they work in what appears to be clutter and they already know where everything is, they are just not sure that by clearing clutter i.e. getting documents filed appropriately, making use of electronic calendars and scheduling, that they will have the same control. Our job is then to re-assure and break them in gently.

Employers Hit The Jackpot

If you are a business owner, this could be the best time for your business when it comes to hiring employees. With so many skilled workers looking for employment, this could definitely be “cherry picking” season.

As the recession deepens more employers are forced to implement cost shedding exercises with staff cutbacks in many cases at the top of the list. Ironically, this very step of cutting what in many cases are critical technical and professional skills can leave businesses vulnerable and can even hasten their demise.

Many savvy employers however, are discovering opportunities to find the professional and skilled employees at a fraction of their usual costs. So if you are one of those business owners with your back against the wall, this might well be where your "opportunity knocks".

The Virtual Assistant concept has now gone main stream and businesses in the know are reaping the benefits and in some cases, the value derived from this type of service is turning out to be more of a jackpot for employers.

Some of the benefits for employers include increased productivity with mega savings on costs associated with traditional employment contracts. With no long term contracts, no payroll costs, no additional office space or equipment and quality professionals eager to practice their crafts, businesses are assured of more productivity allowing small business owners in particular more time for both business development and leisure.

Known for their courteous and professional approach to business, Bee Bolder Administrate Services in Kissimmee, Florida is on the forefront of the Virtual Assistant revolution. Businesses of various sizes are benefiting from their over 30 years of accumulated experience in providing quality service to Legal and Real Estate professionals throughout South and Central Florida areas. Most recently, Bee Bolder has eliminated many service boundaries and can now retain clients worldwide.

You can get more information about Bee Bolder by visiting their website at www.beebolder.com

Bee Bolder is Going Virtual

Things are constantly changing in the way we all do business in this the 21st Century. No longer are we forced to be tied to that desk 9-5: No longer must our support be tied to that desk in our office either. Nor, is there a need anymore to pay for down time, office space, equipment, utilities and rent.

New technology and, or improvement in some older applications are revolutionizing the way business is conducted today. One of the greatest developments in this arena, is the expansion of "Virtual Assistant" services. The traditional telecommuting concept has expanded and evolved a stunning industry advantaging both the hirer as well as the professional virtual assistant practitioners.

Bee Bolder is happy to embrace the virtual assistant concept into it's operations.

Yes, we are going Virtual and the Virtual Assistant is right there with you to get:

• That presentation done
• The travel arrangements taken care of
• The dictation transcribed
• The marketing brochure done and out the door
• That conference call set up
• The PowerPoint presentation done and ready to be presented
• Follow up with clients and new leads
• Appointments set
• Mailing lists compiled
• Database created
• Clients correspondence done

All this through your Virtual Assistant and better yet:

• No long term contracts
• No office space required
• No Need to buy office equipment
• No payroll or payroll taxes
• No retirement plan
• No commute
• You pay only for the time used and nothing more.

What do you have to gain with your Virtual Assistant?

• More time to generate new business
• Increased productivity
• More time to spend with family
• Take that well deserved vacation

Visit us at www.Beebolder.com. Now, sit back and relax and your Virtual Assistant at Bee Bolder will have you organized in no time.