Meet Ethel, a customer service specialist virtual assistant for an eCommerce business based in Florida. Ethel is responsible for enhancing customer experience and maintaining overall customer satisfaction for her client’s business. According to Ethel, her professionalism and eagerness to learn are the keys to her success.
Let’s hear more from Ethel!
Why did you become a virtual assistant?
Ethel: I had a great career in the airline industry.
My kids are my priority. Being a 20four7VA virtual assistant allowed me the time to watch over my kids while building a career at home.
How did 20four7VA positively impact your life?
Ethel: Being a 20four7VA virtual assistant helps me to manage my time more effectively.
I now enjoy more time for myself and my family.
What are your top 3 favorite things about working with 20four7VA?
- Great salary and benefits!
- Time management. There is a work-life balance with 20four7VA. I can manage my daily routine effectively from the comfort of my home.
- No commute. I used to spend 3 hours every day commuting to work. Now, I don’t have to deal with the wait time and transportation expenses.
What are your top remote work tips?
- Learn to become a multitasker. A customer service specialist handles multiple responsibilities. It’s crucial to prioritize each task/project assigned to you and submit everything on time.
- Work with minimal supervision. There is no micromanaging at 20four7VA. Just be responsible and detail-oriented even without regular supervision.
- Build trust with your client. Remote work is all about building a bond of mutual trust. Since your client doesn’t see you in person, they have to trust that you are doing your job well.
What challenges have you faced working remotely?
Ethel: Setting up your home office can be a challenge. You need to have a quiet space where you can focus and get the job done. Invest in your home office setup!
Why 20four7VA?
Ethel: 20four7VA gave me this work-from-home (WFH) opportunity. The 20four7VA staff, especially the kind HR staff, are always available to assist me at any time of the day. Aside from my client, the supportive community is one of the reasons why I’m staying with 20four7VA.
Thanks for taking the time to speak with us, Ethel! 😊
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