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Jessica M.

Chicago, Illinois

$22/hr
4.8
14 jobs

-Business Degree from American Intercontinental University -Information Systems Degree from Devry University -Certified Tax Support Specialist -Tech Support -Data Entry Professional -Business Owner

  • Customer Service
  • Data Entry
  • Email Communication
  • Typing
  • Social Media Marketing
  • General Transcription
  • Creative Writing
  • Bookkeeping
Claire B.

Chicago, Illinois

$139/hr
5.0
131 jobs

Hi! I’m Claire, a Notion & Airtable Consultant with 4+ years of experience building operational systems for businesses and teams. I help clients turn the way they already work into a clear, connected system-whether that means project and task management, a CRM, knowledge base, team dashboard, client portal, or a more complete operations workspace. I can help with: • Notion and Airtable workspace design • Project, task, CRM, and client-management systems • Knowledge bases and SOP hubs • Dashboards, forms, formulas, and automations • Softr client portals and internal tools • Existing workspace cleanup and restructuring • Zapier, Make, and other integrations I work across Notion and Airtable, building interconnected databases, dashboards, templates, formulas, forms, native automations, and connected workflows. When a system needs a more polished or controlled user experience, I use Softr as the frontend layer over Notion or Airtable to build client portals, member portals, directories, internal tools, and role-specific dashboards. I always look first at what can be accomplished within the platforms you already use, then bring in additional tools or integrations when they are genuinely the best solution. My approach is highly user-focused. I design the backend to handle the complexity so the day-to-day experience feels straightforward, intuitive, natural to how your team already works—and genuinely enjoyable to use. My approach is always user-focused. I design the backend to handle the complexity so the day-to-day experience feels intuitive, straightforward, and natural to how your team already works. 🚀

  • Notion
  • Zapier
  • Make.com
  • Automation
  • CRM Development
  • Business Process Automation
  • Decisions Business Process Automation Platform
  • CRM Automation
  • Project Workflows
  • Automated Workflow
  • No-Code Development
  • Project Management
  • Task Automation
  • Operations Management Software
  • Knowledge Management
  • Claude
  • Process Improvement
  • Business Operations
  • Data Integration
  • Airtable
Kathryn R.

Chicago, Illinois

$60/hr
5.0
6 jobs

I'm Katie, an experienced project manager proficient in navigating diverse industries from small startups to multinational giants. Certified as a PMP and CPA, I excel at organizing projects with precision and adapting to any team dynamic. I have a background in agile project management and have used a variety of project management tools (Kantata, MS Project, Excel). With a strong background in accounting, I also bring the appropriate knowledge to maintain budgets and ensure strong financial planning. My project management style could best be described as: - Transparent and regular communication - Practical and adaptable approaches - Detail oriented and organized

  • Administrative Support
  • Data Entry
  • Microsoft Project
  • Project Management
  • Budget Management
  • Financial Analysis
  • Program Management
  • Agile Project Management
Marcus M.

Chicago, Illinois

$10/hr
5.0
5 jobs

I provide reliable customer support, email management, and administrative assistance with a strong foundation in Microsoft 365 and Active Directory. I have experience troubleshooting user issues, managing accounts, and maintaining efficient workflows while delivering professional communication and excellent customer service. I have built a personal lab environment and created extensive troubleshooting documentation covering Microsoft 365 applications, user administration, and desktop support scenarios. I am committed to continuous learning and delivering reliable technical solutions. Skills include: • email support • Microsoft 365 Administration • Active Directory & User Management • Microsoft Entra ID • Outlook, Teams, OneDrive Support • Windows 10/11 Troubleshooting • Password Resets & MFA Support • Hardware Diagnostics & Upgrades • User Support & Ticket Resolution • Documentation & Technical Writing • Remote Support

  • Administrative Support
  • Microsoft SharePoint
  • Microsoft Active Directory
  • Office 365
  • Technical Support
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Windows Administration
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Microsoft Office
  • IT Support
  • Email Support
Haniyah Z.

Chicago, Illinois

$55/hr
4.9
14 jobs

Hi, I’m Haniyah. I have over four years of experience supporting teams and leadership across companies like AHEAD, Amtrak, Digital Factory, and Foundation Medicine. My background is in project management and operations, where I helped keep teams organized, timelines on track, and communication clear. Most recently, I’ve been working directly with founders and smaller businesses and agencies, helping them with operations, hiring coordination, systems setup, documentation, and whatever else needs structure. I’ve built task boards, cleaned up workflows, managed inboxes and calendars, and stepped in to make sure things actually move forward. I’m someone you can rely on. I pay attention. I follow through. I understand business goals quickly and focus on getting things done without overcomplicating the process. If you need someone steady, organized, and execution-focused behind the scenes, I’m happy to help

  • Project Management
  • Agile Project Management
  • IT Project Management
  • Risk Assessment
  • Project Planning
  • JavaScript
  • WordPress
  • Shopify
  • HTML5
  • CSS 3
  • SEO Plugin
  • Graphic Design
Shay O.

Chicago, Illinois

$85/hr
5.0
69 jobs

I’m an operations consultant who helps teams turn messy, scattered knowledge into clear, scalable systems. I design and build custom workflows, often in Notion, that actually fit how your organization works, not the other way around. My work spans everything from CRM integrations to outbound pipelines to coordinating cross-functional projects so things don’t fall through the cracks. I spend a lot of time working with leadership to extract what’s already in their heads and translate it into processes the whole team can use. At the end of the day, I help you move faster with more clarity, without adding unnecessary complexity.

  • Task Coordination
  • Trello
  • Organizer
  • Project Management
  • Notion
  • Project Plans
  • Knowledge Management
  • Operational Planning
  • Organizational Design & Effectiveness
  • Strategic Planning
  • Team Management

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