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Imran K.

Spanga, Sweden

$10/hr
5.0
6 jobs

🚀 Top-Tier Virtual Assistant | B2B Lead Generation | Data Entry | CRM Management | Business Support Your business deserves more than just basic virtual assistance, it needs someone reliable, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering accurate results that help your operations run smoothly. Hi, I’m Imran a professional Virtual Assistant specializing in B2B Lead Generation, Data Entry, CRM Management, Web Research, and Administrative Support I help businesses, agencies, startups, and entrepreneurs save valuable time by managing important backend tasks with professionalism, efficiency, and complete attention to detail. My goal is simple: to provide high-quality support that allows you to focus on growing your business while I handle the research, organization, and data management behind the scenes. 💼 Professional Services 🔍 Lead Generation & Research ✔ Targeted B2B Lead Generation ✔ LinkedIn Prospect Research ✔ Decision-Maker & Key Contact Research ✔ Verified Email List Building ✔ Company & Market Research ✔ Web & Online Research ✔ Prospect Database Building 📊 Data Entry & Data Management ✔ Accurate Manual Data Entry ✔ Excel & Google Sheets Management ✔ PDF to Excel / Word Conversion ✔ Data Collection & Data Mining ✔ CRM Data Entry & Updates ✔ Data Cleaning & Formatting ✔ Product & eCommerce Data Entry ✔ Administrative Support Tasks 🗂 Virtual Assistance & CRM Support ✔ CRM Management & Organization ✔ HubSpot CRM Support ✔ Calendar & Email Management ✔ File & Document Organization ✔ Administrative Assistance ✔ Business Support Services ✔ Long-Term Virtual Assistance 🛠 Tools & Platforms ⭐ LinkedIn Sales Navigator ⭐ Apollo,io ⭐ Hunter,io ⭐ HubSpot CRM ⭐ Google Sheets ⭐ Microsoft Excel ⭐ Canva ⭐ Google Workspace 🌟 Why Clients Choose Me ✔ 100% Manual & Accurate Work ✔ Professional Communication ✔ Reliable & Organized Workflow ✔ Fast Response & On-Time Delivery ✔ Strong Attention to Detail ✔ Confidential Handling of Business Data ✔ Commitment to Long-Term Client Relationships 🎯 My Promise I promise to deliver high-quality, accurate, and reliable work on every project. ✔ No shortcuts ✔ No low-quality or rushed work ✔ Only clean, organized, and professional results ✔ Full dedication to client satisfaction ✔ My Services Are Perfect For You If: ✔ You value accuracy, structure, and professional results ✔ You need reliable manual work (no scraped or low-quality data) ✔ You want clear communication and consistent updates ✔ You are looking for long-term business support ✔ You prioritize quality and trust over quick results ✖ My Services May Not Be The Right Fit If: ✖ You are looking for scraped or low-quality data ✖ You expect unrealistic deadlines without proper scope ✖ You prioritize quantity over accuracy ✖ You do not value structured and professional work 📩 Let’s Work Together If you are looking for a dependable Virtual Assistant who can provide professional support in lead generation, data entry, CRM management, and administrative tasks, I would be happy to help. Feel free to send me a message to discuss your project and explore how I can support your business goals.

  • Virtual Assistance
  • Lead Generation
  • Data Entry
  • CRM Software
  • Email Support
  • B2B Lead Generation
  • LinkedIn Lead Generation
  • Online Research
  • Real Estate Lead Generation
  • Social Media Lead Generation
  • Prospect List
  • Administrative Support
  • Email List
  • Market Research
  • Database Management
  • HubSpot
  • Zoho CRM
  • WordPress
  • Data Annotation
  • Google Sheets
Kelly B.

Bodmin, United Kingdom

$30/hr
5.0
4 jobs

Your business should look professional, work efficiently and be ready to grow. I help small businesses, founders and creators combine professional design, practical AI, website development and strong business operations. Whether you need a new brand, a better website, clearer processes or help turning an idea into something commercially usable, I can take the project from concept through to delivery. I bring more than 15 years of experience across finance, operations, quality management, creative design and digital publishing. That commercial background means I do not approach design, AI or websites in isolation. I consider how the finished work will support your customers, team, processes and wider goals. As the Founder and Creative Director of JKN Creative Studio, I develop creative and digital solutions for start-ups, independent businesses, authors and creators. I also manage my own websites, brands, published products and online businesses, so I understand the practical challenges of launching and growing a business. HOW I CAN HELP 🎨 CREATIVE DESIGN & BRANDING • Logo design and brand development • Brand guidelines, colour palettes and visual systems • Canva templates and editable business assets • Presentations, proposals and marketing materials • Social media and promotional graphics • Book covers, interiors and digital products • Print-ready and marketplace designs 🌐 WEBSITES & DIGITAL PROJECTS • Small-business and creator websites • Landing pages and responsive page design • Website structure and content planning • SEO-focused website copy • Contact forms and mailing-list functionality • Domain and professional email integration • Testing, deployment and ongoing management • HTML/CSS and AI-assisted development workflows 🤖 AI & BUSINESS WORKFLOWS I help businesses use AI practically without sacrificing human judgement, accuracy or quality. • AI workflow reviews and implementation • Prompt development and refinement • AI-assisted research and content production • Administrative workflow improvement • AI-supported design, website and documentation projects • Productivity systems and process design • Human review, validation and quality assurance I use generative AI daily across research, writing, design, website development, operations and planning. My focus is identifying where AI can genuinely save time, improve consistency and help a business move forward. 📊 BUSINESS OPERATIONS, FINANCE & DOCUMENTATION My finance and operational background allows me to create practical systems and documentation that teams can understand and use. • Business operations and finance administration • Process reviews, mapping and improvement • Standard operating procedures • Policies, forms, registers and templates • Technical and operational documentation • KPI trackers and reporting tools • Excel spreadsheets and business controls • Quality management systems • ISO 9001-aligned documentation A recent project involved developing a complete ISO 9001-aligned quality management system for an established Film and TV services company. I translated the client’s operational knowledge into policies, procedures, registers, forms, risk controls, KPI frameworks and internal-audit materials covering service delivery, workforce management, suppliers, incidents, corrective actions and continual improvement. 📚 PUBLISHING & DIGITAL PRODUCTS As a published author, designer and independent digital publisher, I understand the journey from initial idea to finished commercial product. • Book and digital-product development • Cover and interior design • Formatting and print-ready production • Amazon KDP publishing support • Metadata and listing optimisation • Colouring books, journals and planners • Promotional and launch graphics • Etsy, eBay, Printify and TikTok Shop assets WHY CLIENTS WORK WITH ME ✓ 15+ years of commercial experience ✓ 100% Upwork Job Success ✓ Rising Talent ✓ Native British English ✓ Clear and reliable communication ✓ Strong attention to detail ✓ Creative thinking supported by business judgement ✓ Projects managed from concept to launch ✓ Practical, tailored solutions Every project begins with understanding your business, audience and intended outcome. I organise the requirements, establish a clear direction and deliver thoroughly reviewed work in manageable stages, with honest progress updates throughout. I work particularly well with small businesses, start-ups, independent creators and organisations that need one dependable person who understands both the creative work customers see and the operational work that keeps a business running. If you need a creative and commercially minded partner for your design, website, AI, documentation or business project, send me a message with a brief outline of what you need.

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • OpenAI Inc.
  • Prompt Engineering
  • AI Content Creation
  • Business Operations
  • Finance & Accounting
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Business Process Management
  • Web Design
  • Website Builder
  • SEO Writing
  • Graphic Design
  • Brand Identity
  • Canva
  • Presentation Design
  • Book Cover
  • Business Consulting
  • Kindle Direct Publishing
  • Quality Management System
  • Creative Writing
Borsha K.

Jhenaidah Sardar UZ, Bangladesh

$7/hr
4.8
407 jobs

👋 Hi, I’m Borsha-- A professional Lead Generation & Data Research expert with proven experience in B2B lead generation, LinkedIn lead sourcing, web data scraping, and email list building. Every business has unique needs, which is why I offer fully customized lead generation and data services to help you grow faster, smarter, and more efficiently. Tell me your requirements, and I’ll recommend the best Upwork package to maximize your ROI. 🔹 My Upwork Services Include: ✔ B2B Lead Generation (Targeted & Niche-Based) ✔ LinkedIn Lead Generation & Email Sourcing ✔ Data Entry & Data Collection ✔ Web Data Scraping & Web Crawling ✔ Python Script Development for Automation ✔ Data Extraction, Mining & Scraping ✔ Data Cleaning, Manipulation & Formatting ✔ Data Visualization & Reporting ✔ Web Research & Market Research ✔ Email List Building (Verified & Updated) ✔ Bulk Email Lists for Marketing Campaigns ✔ Real Estate Lead Generation ✔ CRM-Ready Lead Lists (Excel, CSV, Google Sheets) ✔ Custom Lead Generation Tasks 🌟 Why Hire Me on Upwork? ✅ Fresh, accurate, and up-to-date leads ✅ 100% verified email delivery (low bounce rate) ✅ Fast turnaround & clear communication ✅ Manual + automated research for higher accuracy ✅ 100% money-back guarantee if expectations are not met 🔍 Industries I Serve: SaaS & Tech Real Estate E-commerce Marketing Agencies Startups & Small Businesses Local & Global B2B Companies 💡 Important Note: Please do not share personal contact information. I provide services exclusively through Upwork—kindly contact me there to avoid confusion. 🚀 Keywords Included for Upwork SEO: B2B Lead Generation, LinkedIn Lead Generation, Data Entry, Web Data Scraping, Web Research, Email List Building, Data Mining, Python Automation, Lead List, Real Estate Leads, CRM Leads, Prospect List 🚀 Lead Generation & Prospecting #LeadGeneration #B2BLeadGeneration #B2CSalesLeads #B2BSalesLeads #SalesLeads #QualifiedLeads #TargetedLeads #HighQualityLeads #CLevelLeads #CEOLeads #FounderLeads #ExecutiveLeads #DecisionMakers #ClientAcquisition #ClientOutreach #SalesProspecting #AppointmentSetting #PipelineGrowth #DemandGeneration #OutboundLeads #InboundLeads #ProspectListBuilding #BusinessContacts #NewClientLeads #LeadProspecting #EmailLeadGeneration #PhoneLeads #GlobalLeads #InternationalLeads #EnterpriseLeads #SMBLeads #StartupLeads 📩 Verified Contacts (Emails & Phones) #VerifiedEmails #EmailVerification #EmailValidation #EmailContacts #EmailLeads #EmailLists #BusinessEmails #CorporateEmails #ColdEmail #EmailOutreach #EmailCampaigns #EmailAutomation #SalesEmails #EmailSolutions #EmailData #ValidEmails #VerifiedContacts #NoBounceEmails #BusinessPhoneNumbers #PhoneLeads #VerifiedPhones #CleanData #AccurateData 💼 LinkedIn Lead Gen & Recruiting #LinkedInLeadGeneration #LinkedInProspecting #LinkedInRecruiting #LinkedInOutreach #LinkedInNetworking #LinkedInResearch #TalentSourcing #RecruitingSupport #RecruitingPartner #ExecutiveRecruiting #CandidateSourcing #JobCandidateSourcing #TopTalent #HRLeads #HiringSolutions #RecruitmentSupport #RecruitmentLeads #RecruitmentFirms #TalentAcquisition #LinkedInGrowth #LinkedInSalesNavigator 📊 Data Research & CRM Solutions #CRMReadyData #CRMContacts #HubSpotData #SalesforceData #ZohoCRMData #PipedriveData #CleanCRMData #DataSolutions #DataResearch #BusinessResearch #MarketResearch #CompanyResearch #IndustryResearch #CompetitorResearch #FundingResearch #CrunchbaseResearch #StartupResearch #InvestorResearch #BusinessInsights #DataSupport #DataEntry #OnlineResearch #WebResearch #AccurateResearch #DataManagement #DataCleaning #DataAnalytics #ResearchServices #BusinessAnalysis #DataMining #DatabaseBuilding #ContactDatabase 🛒 Industry-Specific Lead Generation #EcommerceLeadGeneration #EcommerceBusiness #EcommerceGrowth #RetailLeads #B2CLeads #D2CLeads #WholesaleLeads #DistributorLeads #BuyerLeads #SaaSLeads #SaaSSales #SaaSMarketing #StartupLeads #StartupGrowth #TechLeads #ITLeads #SoftwareLeads #DigitalAgencyLeads #MarketingAgencies #AgencyLeads #RecruitmentLeads #FinancialLeads #AccountingLeads #FinanceLeads #ProfessionalServicesLeads #HealthcareLeads #EducationLeads #ConsultingLeads #PrivateEquityLeads #InvestorLeads #VentureCapitalLeads 🌍 Global Growth & Business Development #BusinessGrowth #ScaleYourBusiness #SalesGrowth #RevenueGrowth #BusinessDevelopment #GoToMarket #GlobalBusiness #InternationalBusiness #WorldwideBusiness #CrossBorderLeads #ExportLeads #EnterpriseSolutions #BusinessExpansion #ScaleFaster #GrowWithData #SmartBusiness #TrustedByClients #GlobalCompanies #ClientSuccess #B2BMarketing #B2BSolutions #GlobalReach #GlobalSales #InternationalLeads #GrowthPartner #SalesPipelineGrowth ⭐ Trust, Authority & Branding #12YearsExperience #TrustedPartner #ProvenResults #TopRated #ReliableService #ClientFocused #ClientSatisfaction #ProvenTrackRecord #UpworkSuccess #TopFreelancer #ProfessionalSupport #DataThatWorks #ExpertSolutions #DataExpert #GrowthPartner

  • Lead Generation
  • Data Entry
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Google Docs
  • Data Extraction
  • Data Mining
  • Online Market Research
  • Data Scraping
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Administrative Support
  • Data Analysis
  • Python
  • LinkedIn
  • Google Maps
  • Online Research
  • List Building
  • Email List
  • CRM Software
  • Sales Lead Lists
  • B2B Lead Generation
Julie Ann Marie P.

Davao City, Philippines

$15/hr
5.0
35 jobs

Running a business is exciting, but it also comes with a never-ending list of emails, meetings, projects, vendors, client requests, and administrative work. Before long, it becomes difficult to focus on growing the business because you're busy keeping it running. That's where I come in. I help busy founders and business owners get organized, stay organized, and keep their operations running smoothly. Whether it's executive support, property management, project coordination, marketing operations, or day-to-day administration, my goal is to reduce the mental load so my clients can focus on growing their business instead of managing every detail. For more than 8 years, I've supported entrepreneurs, consultants, agencies, and real estate investors. My clients don't simply assign me tasks. They trust me to keep things moving, solve problems, and make sure nothing falls through the cracks. Most recently, I supported a real estate investor who self-managed 19 short-, mid-, and long-term rental properties across multiple states. I handled the day-to-day operations, including guest and tenant communication, maintenance coordination, vendor management, listing management, reservations, turnovers, and administrative support, allowing the owner to focus on growing the business. I've also supported founders with executive assistance, project management, CRM management, email marketing, webinar coordination, website updates, process documentation, and operations across multiple businesses. Here's how I can help: Executive & Administrative Support - Calendar and inbox management - Meeting coordination and follow-ups - Travel planning - Document preparation - Executive support - Research and data management Operations & Project Coordination - ClickUp, Asana, and project tracking - SOP documentation - Process improvement - Team coordination - Action item follow-up - Google Workspace and Microsoft Office Property Management - Airbnb, Hospitable, Hemlane, Apartments dot com, Furnished Finder, Zillow, Turno - Guest and tenant communication - Maintenance coordination - Vendor management - Reservation management - Listing management Marketing Operations - Kit (ConvertKit) - GoHighLevel - Zapier - ManyChat - Squarespace - ThriveCart - Canva - CRM management - Webinar support - Landing pages What clients appreciate most about working with me is that I'm proactive. I don't wait to be told every next step. I pay attention to what's happening, communicate clearly, follow through, and take ownership of my responsibilities. I genuinely enjoy creating order, improving processes, and making life easier for the people I support. If you're looking for someone who can become a trusted extension of your business and help keep everything running behind the scenes, I'd love to connect. To your success, Julie

  • Email Communication
  • Email Support
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Market Research
  • Stripe
  • Customer Service
  • Travel Planning
  • Social Media Management
  • Administrative Support
  • Squarespace
  • File Management
  • WordPress
  • Property Management
  • Real Estate
  • Business Development
  • HighLevel
  • Sales Funnel Builder
Kaitlin S.

Mooresville, North Carolina

$45/hr
4.8
15 jobs

Canva Designer | Digital Content & Brand Design I help brands, creators, and small businesses turn ideas into polished, scroll-stopping digital designs using Canva. From branded content and digital products to books, journals, and marketing assets, I create clean, professional visuals that feel aligned, intentional, and easy for clients to use and scale. With a strong eye for layout, storytelling, and brand consistency, I specialize in: • Canva design (fully editable + client-friendly) • Digital products (journals, planners, workbooks, templates) • Branding & visual identity • Social media & marketing graphics • Amazon KDP interiors & covers • PDFs, lead magnets, and printable assets I’m detail-oriented, communicative, and collaborative — I listen first, design intentionally, and deliver work that actually works for your audience. If you need a designer who understands both creativity and clarity, I’d love to help bring your vision to life.

  • Events & Weddings
  • Brand Development
  • Logo Design
  • Branding
  • Presentations
  • Business Presentation
  • Presentation Design
  • Branding & Marketing
  • Brand Management
  • Print Design
  • Digital Design
  • Event Marketing
  • Voice Talent
  • Administrative Support
Tam N.

Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam

$15/hr
4.6
78 jobs

PRODUCT SOURCING | PROCUREMENT | SUPPLY CHAIN | MANUFACTURING | QC | FACTORY AUDIT | LOGISTICS With over 7 years of experience, I help overseas brands and importers source reliable manufacturers in Vietnam and China while reducing risks, improving communication, and optimizing costs. ✅ Core Expertise: • Product Sourcing • Supplier Search & Verification • Procurement & Negotiation • Manufacturing Coordination • Product Development • Factory Audit • Quality Control & Inspection • Logistics & Shipping Support ✅ Industries: • Bags & Backpacks • Garments & Textiles • Pet Products • Furniture & Handicrafts • Packaging & Lifestyle Products • Sustainable Products I work closely with factories to support clients from sampling to shipment with transparent communication and practical sourcing solutions. Feel free to send me a message to discuss your project.

  • Manufacturing & Construction
  • Vietnamese
  • International Sales
  • Factory & Supplier Auditing
  • Prototype
  • Supplier Search
  • Order Processing
  • Sourcing
  • Quality Assurance
  • Data Entry
  • Product Development
  • Product Sourcing
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Supply Chain & Logistics
  • Manufacturing

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How to Hire Top Business Planners

How to hire business planning analysts

Need to gather requirements from stakeholders, generate business forecasts, and create a plan for meeting your business goals? A business planning analyst can help. 

So how do you hire business planning analysts? What follows are some tips for finding top business planning analysts on Upwork. 

How to shortlist business planning analysis professionals

As you’re browsing available business planning analysis consultants, it can be helpful to develop a shortlist of the contractors you may want to interview. You can screen profiles on criteria such as:

  • Industry fit. You want a business planning analyst who understands your industry so they can develop the right business strategy for your needs. 
  • Project experience. Screen candidate profiles for specific skills and experience (e.g., using Excel pivot tables to analyze data). 
  • Feedback. Check reviews from past clients for glowing testimonials or red flags that can tell you what it’s like to work with a particular business planning analyst.

How to write an effective business planning analysis job post

With a clear picture of your ideal business planning analyst in mind, it’s time to write that job post. Although you don’t need a full job description as you would when hiring an employee, aim to provide enough detail for a contractor to know if they’re the right fit for the project. 

An effective business planning analysis job post should include: 

  • Scope of work: From business plans to stakeholder management, list all the deliverables you’ll need. 
  • Project length: Your job post should indicate whether this is a smaller or larger project. 
  • Background: If you prefer experience with certain industries, software, or marketing channels, mention this here. 
  • Budget: Set a budget and note your preference for hourly rates vs. fixed-price contracts.

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BUSINESS PLANNING ANALYSTS FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is business planning analysis? 

Business planning analysis is the practice of using business intelligence to develop and implement plans, processes, and procedures within an organization. The business planning analyst will also often serve as a liaison between the various stakeholders and departments within a company. 

Here’s a quick overview of the skills you should look for in business planning analysis consultants:

  • Business planning, development, and analysis
  • Strong written and verbal communication
  • Business, technical, financial, and/or legal writing
  • Business modeling and forecasting

Why hire business planning analysts?

The trick to finding top business planning analysts is to identify your needs. Do you need someone simply to draft a basic business plan? Or do you also need help documenting and generating risk-mitigation procedures? The cost of your project will depend largely on your scope of work and the specific skills needed to bring your project to life. 

How much does it cost to hire a business planning analyst?

Rates can vary due to many factors, including expertise and experience, location, and market conditions.

  • An experienced business planning analyst may command higher fees but also work faster, have more-specialized areas of expertise, and deliver higher-quality work.
  • A contractor who is still in the process of building a client base may price their business planning analysis services more competitively. 

Which one is right for you will depend on the specifics of your project.