As the CEO here at Buying Time, LLC I’ve had the opportunity to be a part of everything from the concept in 2007 as a personal assistant service to its metamorphosis as a premier virtual support solution for small businesses around the world. My true love of what I do with clients is the strategy and planning around their business operations and marketing, during our sessions we get to dig deep and develop real plans that we can execute with our team to move their business forward. >One of my core values is FREEDOM, and while the rest of the world was pushed into a virtual working environment this year I already understood the freedom it gave me to choose when I work, where I work, and how I work. The best part is that I can work from anywhere in the world and I can’t wait to do that again.

I’ve been with Buying Time for 2 1/2 years as a Graphic Designer. I started out doing mostly brochures and PowerPoints for clients, but it has turned into so much more. Especially during this year of Covid, the print material has been on decline and clients have been focusing on promoting their brand through all things screen. Web page design, logo design, zoom backgrounds, Social Media templates – anything to get our clients looking good and streamlined to really reflect who they are and what their brands represent. I really take my work to heart and like to listen to my client’s podcast or SM videos while I work so that I can get into their mindset. I love collaborating with clients in that the work I do is not reflecting me, but them, so when I give a version and the client comes back with tweaks it turns out to be just right. Being Virtual is probably the only option I have right now. With 3 elementary-aged kids and schools closed, I have to be home! Even without covid, the work from home lifestyle is such a great fit with kids. No commute allows for extra time with the family. The flexibility to stop what I am doing to tend to the kids’ needs, makes it so that I can actually have the work/life balance.

I am a Virtual Assistant here at Buying Time, which means I am multi-talented. I specialize in video and audio editing, but I have also been learning about the hot new CRM systems that are trending, I am currently taking a class on Google Analytics, and so much more! I’ve always been that eager student in school with her hand raised asking a million questions just so I can learn more. I continue to work as a Virtual Assistant because I have the opportunity to continue to learn and help clients with my two big dogs at my feet!

I previously worked in office assistant roles that have required me to problem solve and provide knowledgeable feedback, take leadership roles and consistently provide excellent customer service. Since becoming a VA I’ve enjoyed getting to know customers, understanding their needs, and being able to execute day to day tasks on a small or large scale.

Kayla is a Project Manager/Account Specialist at Buying Time. She is the main point of contact for her clients and specializes in streamlining communication, keep everything on track, and every one up to speed to ensure solid progress of client projects.