The Exceptional Assistant

Who is the Exceptional Assistant?

After the births of my two children and in search of the elusive “better work life balance”, I created my virtual assistant service, The Exceptional Assistant.

The business has grown and I now after a decade in the industry. I offer my services as a coach, mentor and trainer to other aspiring Virtual Assistants. It is an extremely satisfying role which allows me to contribute back to my industry and assist others in achieving their particular goals.

I’ve had more than 20 years experience in a variety of senior administrative and secretarial roles, serving as a director on the board of the Yarra Ranges Enterprise Centres, a not for profit organisation established to support the growth of small businesses within the Shire of the Yarra Ranges, and also as secretary of the National Sports Trainers Association.

I am an Associate Fellow (AF AIOP) with AIOP (Australian Institute of Office Professionals), a qualification I am extremely proud of. I have also been the recipient, in 2010, of the AIOP Office Professional of the Year Award. This is the institute’s highest honor and a once in a lifetime achievement.

The clients I have worked with are from every industry imaginable. Many are sole traders or entrepreneurs who travel a great deal and whose own offices are often a lap top computer and a plane seat. Some are small businesses trying to manage fluctuating workloads and growth.

I’ve discovered VA’s partner in their client’s success and, as business owners themselves, bring a very special mindset to their support role. One which is invaluable in helping businesses grow and become successful.

Vanessa Ashby
The Exceptional Assistant