Your business is growing; but your calendar, inbox, follow-ups, and daily operations shouldn't be growing on your mental to-do list.
When you're a founder, CEO, or senior leader, it's easy to become the bottleneck without realizing it. You're switching between meetings, emails, client requests, scheduling, follow-ups, documents, and operational decisions; while still trying to focus on the work that actually moves the business forward.
That's where I come in.
I’m an Executive Assistant who acts as a proactive right-hand partner to founders, CEOs, agency owners, and senior leaders. I take ownership of the details behind the scenes so you don't have to constantly remember what needs to happen next, chase follow-ups, or spend valuable time coordinating moving pieces.
My goal isn't simply to complete tasks.
It's to reduce the amount of work and mental load sitting on your plate.
Here's what I can take ownership of:
Executive Support
• Calendar and schedule management
• Inbox organization and email communication
• Meeting coordination and scheduling
• Meeting notes, action items and follow-ups
• Appointment and travel coordination
• Deadline and priority tracking
Operations & Business Support
• Project and task coordination
• CRM management and data organization
• Workflow coordination
• SOP and process documentation
• Research and reporting
• Document preparation
• Administrative follow-through
Client & Sales Support
• Customer communication via email and chat
• Client support and follow-up
• Lead research and prospecting
• CRM updates and pipeline organization
• Appointment setting
What makes my approach different is that I don't want to be another person you have to manage.
I look at the bigger picture, identify what needs to happen next, keep track of moving pieces, communicate clearly, and follow through until things are completed.
Proof that I can handle the details
My background spans executive support, customer service, administration, sales, CRM management, and operations, giving me experience working across both internal business processes and client-facing responsibilities.
A few examples:
• Organized and processed 4000+ contacts into structured tracking records with contact-status and follow-up visibility.
• Experienced with HubSpot, Zoho CRM, My Flow CRM, Follow Up Boss and Apollo. io for CRM organization, prospect research and business-development support.
• Experienced with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office 365, Canva, Trello, Notion, Slack and Zoom.
• Supported customer-facing and administrative operations across multiple professional environments, requiring strong communication, organization and follow-through.
• My BSc (Hons) in Psychology also gives me a strong foundation in communication, understanding people, and navigating professional interactions thoughtfully.
The result?
You spend less time keeping track of the details and more time focusing on decisions, clients, leadership, and growth.
You shouldn't have to wonder whether something was followed up, whether a meeting was scheduled, or whether an important task slipped through the cracks.
You should be able to delegate it and know it's being handled.
If you're looking for an Executive Assistant who is proactive, dependable, detail-oriented, and capable of taking ownership without constant micromanagement, I'd love to learn more about your business.
Send me a message and tell me what is currently taking the most time off your plate. I'll show you how I can take ownership of it.
Executive Support
Virtual Assistance
Administrative Support
Customer Support
Email Management
Calendar Management
Data Entry
CRM Software
Lead Generation
Google Workspace
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Canva
HubSpot
Thabby S.
Hillcrest, Zimbabwe
$10/hr
5.0
4 jobs
I am a detail-oriented Data Management specialist with experience handling projects of all sizes across multiple industries. I specialize in data mining, internet research, data collection, data cleaning, data validation, and database management, ensuring information is accurate, consistent and organized for informed business decisions.
I have hands-on experience working with CRM platforms such as Hubspot, as well as Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and various AI-powered tools to improve productivity, streamline workflows, and deliver high-quality results. My expertise includes data entry, spreadsheet management, lead generation, CRM maintenance, reporting, and data organization.
I pride myself on accuracy, efficiency, confidentiality, and meeting deadlines. Whether you need a large dataset cleaned, CRM records updated, market research conducted, or administrative support for ongoing projects, I deliver reliable, high-quality work with exceptional attention to detail.
I am committed to helping businesses save time, improve data quality, and make informed decisions through organized, dependable data management.
Microsoft Excel
Google Sheets
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Word
Microsoft PowerPoint
Google Calendar
Google Chrome Extension
Typing
Research Proposals
Research & Development
Data Entry
Data Analysis
Data Management
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Virtual Assistance
Wellington P.
Johannesburg, Zimbabwe
$20/hr
5.0
4 jobs
I started out as an accountant, but over time I found myself drawn to solving problems with automation. Today, I blend my financial background with smart tools like Make.com, GPT, and spreadsheets to help businesses save time, reduce errors, and work more efficiently. Think of me as your accountant-turned-automation-partner.
Financial Reporting
Bookkeeping
Data Annotation
Forex Trading
Market Research
Digital Marketing
Patricia M.
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
$9/hr
5.0
1 jobs
Hi! I’m Pat — a creative and results-driven Social Media Manager with a sharp eye for design and a passion for crafting content that truly connects.
I specialize in managing and growing Facebook and Instagram accounts for small businesses and organizations, helping them increase engagement, reach, and conversions.
Freelance Marketing
Social Media Design
Social Media Carousel
Content Calendar
Content Creation
Social Media Strategy
Social Media Content Creation
WordPress
Social Media Audience Research
Digital Marketing Strategy
Digital Marketing
Kudzai C.
Harare, Zimbabwe
$5/hr
5.0
1 jobs
Hello there! 👋
I'm a self-motivated and organized virtual administrative assistant with a passion for helping small to medium-sized businesses thrive. My background as a teacher, team leader, and secretary has honed my skills in managing tasks efficiently, including data entry, report writing, quotations, invoicing, email management, customer service, and typing. I bring a blend of discipline and creativity to everything I do. 🌟
Why choose me?
Detail-Oriented & Hardworking: My strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail ensure that nothing falls through the cracks. Whether it's scheduling, data entry, or handling correspondence, I approach every task with dedication and precision. 📅✨
Curious & Eager to Learn: I believe in continuous improvement and am always on the lookout for new techniques and tools to enhance my performance. My curiosity drives me to stay updated with the latest trends in admin work. 📚🔍
Effective Communicator: Clear and effective communication is a cornerstone of my work ethic. Whether it's written or verbal, I make sure that my interactions are easily understood by people at all levels. 🗣️💬
My ultimate goal? To become the best in admin work and deliver exceptional results for your business. I’m here to give my all to every task, ensuring that your operations run smoothly and efficiently.
Let’s connect and see how we can work together to achieve your goals! 🚀
Feel free to reach out—I'm excited to help your business succeed!
Virtual Assistance
Data Entry
Microsoft Office
Google Workspace
Light Bookkeeping
Administrative Support
Typing
Email Management
Customer Service
Computer Skills
Office Administration
French to English Translation
Receptionist Skills
Morenti R.
Harare, Zimbabwe
$17/hr
5.0
11 jobs
I am a results-driven Operations Partner and Business Support Professional with a strong background in finance, business operations, strategy, executive support, and systems management. I work best in fast-moving environments where there is need for someone who can bring structure, manage competing priorities, improve workflows, and keep execution moving across multiple functions.
I also bring a strong finance and analytical foundation. With a background in banking, finance, and business analysis, I am skilled in reporting, KPI tracking, business performance analysis, data organization and turning data into clear summaries for decision making. My attention to detail is strong because I come from environments where accuracy, confidentiality, and disciplined execution are critical.
On the systems side, I am highly tech savvy with experience working with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Excel, Google Sheets, PowerPoint, CRM systems, GoHighLevel, ClickUp, Notion, and other digital workflow tools. I am especially comfortable building structure in messy environments by creating SOPs, task systems, onboarding processes, tracking tools, and communication workflows that improve visibility and accountability.
I am also passionate about AI and modern productivity tools. I understand how to use AI practically, not just casually, and I am comfortable supporting automations, AI-assisted workflows, and digital systems that save time and improve execution.
Academic Research
Virtual Assistance
BPO Call Center
Customer Service
Lead Generation
Project Management
Market Research
Sales
Marketing
Property Management
Research & Strategy
Management Consulting
Accounting Advisory
Company Research
Data Analysis
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