Do I Need A VA Or An OBM? (Or Both?) Deadlines And Dirty Dishes podcast

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You’re overwhelmed, stretched too thin, and somehow still the bottleneck in your own business. You know you need support, but what kind?

In this episode of Deadlines and Dirty Dishes, I dive into one of the most common questions I hear from freelancers and founders: “Should I hire a Virtual Assistant or an Online Business Manager?” I break down the real differences between these roles, share signs it might be time to bring someone in, and talk honestly about what flexible support can look like as your business evolves.

Whether you’re delegating for the first time or considering a step up in strategic support, this episode will help you make a confident, informed decision.

💡 What You’ll Learn

The key differences between a Virtual Assistant and an Online Business Manager
Real examples of how my clients have evolved from VA to OBM support
Why the kind of help you need depends on your business stage, goals, and pain points
How hybrid support can meet you where you are and grow with you
What to consider before hiring your first support partner

🧠 Key Themes

From “I need help” to “I need the right help”
Delegation as a mindset shift, not just a task list
Building trust that leads to deeper, more strategic support
Why evolving support is a sign of business growth, not a luxury
The value of clarity, consistency, and a second brain

🔗 Mentioned in This Episode

Need a breakdown of what VAs and OBMs actually do?
👉 Read the full guide on my website

🧭 What’s Next?
Not sure what kind of support you need first?
👉 Take the VA or OBM Quiz

📩 Let’s Connect
Have your own overwhelm story or strategy to share?
DM me on Instagram @alisonquinnvirtualassistant or get in touch via the website:
👉 https://alisonquinnvirtualassistant.co.uk/contact/

Thanks for tuning in to Deadlines and Dirty Dishes. If you loved what you heard, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, or share the episode with a fellow freelancer or founder.

For further resources, or to learn more about how I can support your business as a Virtual Assistant and Online Business Manager, head to my website, Alison Quinn Virtual Assistant - OBM and Business Support.

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