How you can learn from your Virtual Interior Design Assistant - unexpected benefits beyond daily tasks
When I first started working with interior designers, I used to tell them: be meticulous, give your VA step-by-step instructions, and leave nothing to chance. And yes, that’s important when you’re just getting started. But here’s the thing, it doesn’t have to stay that way.
Once you get to know your VA….
the relationship can become much more than just task execution. Most of our VAs are interior designers themselves. They run their own businesses and work with multiple design firms, which puts them in a unique position: they see all the best practices, processes, and ideas from the firms they work with.
Your Virtual Assistant can be so much more than just task doer! Image: AI assisted
For designers who have never worked for another design firm before..
Many design firms who use our VAs are solo business owners. They don’t always have the time to attend workshops or industry events, where they could compare how other firms operate. On top of that, many interior designers have never worked for another firm, they start their own business straight out of design school. And as we all know, very few design schools teach how to run a business; most programs focus almost entirely on the creative side of design.
Our VAs do more than tasks - they bring fresh ideas and business insight.
This is where a skilled interior design virtual assistant becomes invaluable.
Your VA isn’t just completing tasks
They can recommend which software might be best for your business, as they have working knowledge of various systems in the market
They can streamline workflows as they witness how many different firms operate on a daily basis
They can improve project management systems as they are taken through the whole design process with various firms
They can refine client communications and improve your client journey as they often witness how client / designers relationships unfold
They can guide you on how to run your business smarter in all ways
Extra support
Our VAs also have support systems in place., me! I am an Interior Designer myself and they can reach out to me anytime for guidance on complex tasks or if they have industry-specific questions.
If a bigger business challenge arises, I can connect designers with an industry partner or provide consulting to ensure your design business keeps growing.
They don’t just complete tasks, they can transform the way you work and run your business
Our VAs bring fresh perspectives
Remember that when you hire one of our VAs, remember they bring more than just task completion. They offer fresh ideas, new perspectives, and practical solutions to help your interior design business run smarter.
At B Design Space, our VAs help you run your business smarter, not just faster.