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How Barbara Turned Outsourcing Into a Growth Engine
Graphic featuring Barbara smiling at her desk, with the title "How Barbara Turned Outsourcing Into a Growth Engine," highlighting outsourcing with Virtue Ally.
Published on: August 12, 2025

The Challenge: Too Much to Do, Not Enough Time

When Barbara Grundy, owner of Wild Blackberry Studio, began growing her business, she faced a common challenge: too much to do and not enough time.

She had a fantastic virtual assistant before Virtue Ally, but that role was temporary. Finding a replacement meant weeks of job postings, sorting through resumes, and conducting interviews. This process had already consumed a lot of her time and energy, and she wanted to avoid it again. Additionally, relying on just one person felt risky. If they got sick or left unexpectedly, her operations could stall. And nobody wants that.

Outsourcing Made Easy with Virtue Ally

Barbara knew she needed a better solution, one that would save her time, help her grow, and keep her business running smoothly. So, she decided to partner with us at Virtue Ally for a solution that makes outsourcing easy.

With Virtue Ally, the hiring headaches disappeared. When her temporary VA left, Barbara received pre-vetted candidates, turning a tedious process of weeks into just days.

Finding the Perfect Match Without the Hassle

We partnered her with one of our VAs who worked closely with her for a considerable time. But when it became clear that the fit was no longer right, our team stepped in immediately. We collaborated with Barbara to understand exactly what she needed next. We moved quickly to present her with a new set of exceptional, pre-vetted candidates, ensuring there was no disruption to her operations. 

The VA she chose has become, hands down, one of the best matches we’ve ever made. Watching their partnership grow and thrive has been one of those moments that reminds us exactly why we do what we do.

Delegating Tasks, Reclaiming Time

Tasks like podcast production, social media management, and scheduling were handed off completely, allowing Barbara to focus on strategy, new projects, and the creative aspects of her work.

The Results Speak for Themselves

The results? She expanded her services, grew her client offerings, and even took a two-week trip to Egypt, without worrying her business would fall apart while she was gone. Her VA handled everything with confidence, and Barbara came back refreshed, knowing she had a team she could trust.

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