Help and Support
Dear Marion
Well done for helping us with the TEC day yesterday. Thank you for your involvement in all the different ways. What an exceptional place to have a meeting, not just becuase the 'classroom' was perfect (AV, Whiteboard, etc), but because of the GREAT staff that came and saw us, and helped. The lunch bags! - magic. We have at least two budding 007 types who brandished their guns for the rest of the day shooting things (lucky the speaker had left!) Many thanks for your help and support. Best wishes, Simon O'Shaughnessy Executive Coach and Innovative Visionary Carista www.carista.net | 
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Stress Free
Marion has been amazing to work with. She is extremely knowledgeable and goes out of her way to ensure everything is done to a high standard.
I have had so much positive feedback from the wonderful website Marion has created for my business, that it is overwhelming. Nothing is stressful when dealing with Marion. She empowers your vision and works fast and efficiently in creating it. I highly recommend her and will certainly be using her services again. Carlene Armstrong Owner Mezzanine Hair www.mezzaninehair.co.nz | 
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Ticks all the boxes
There are a few times in one's working life when one comes across someone who ticks all the boxes and then some. Marion is one of these people.
Marion makes the business of doing business much easier and delivers over and above one's expectations. When I was late getting material to her for my website she explained that she couldn't get to it until after Christmas, but then promptly proceeded to complete the whole thing well before Christmas much to my absolute delight. Not only that but she was even happy to make minor adjustments right up to her last day of work before the Christmas break. Nothing is too much trouble for Marion, she is always cheerful, is readily able to tune into a client's needs and comes up with some excellent ideas. I look forward to a continued working relationship with Marion. Christine Norton MBA Director Forget-Me-Not Life Stories www.forget-me-notlifestories.co.nz | 
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Gets the job done on time
Marion has excellent attention to detail, knowlege and advice, and is always well versed with the latest ideas and processes. I have always found Marion very efficient in getting the job done on time.
A strength of Marion's is her ability to advise on areas that skirt on the periphery of her core services - something that I greatly appreciate especially when it comes to taste/design - as let's face it, us men don't always shine in that field! Shane Jones Owner Vodis Automobile Ltd www.vodis.co.nz | 
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Fast and accurate
Running a local rental property company means constantly keeping our website updated with the latest available properties, allowing prospective tenants to see what's currently available for rent.
Before I found Marion, I struggled to find the time to regularly maintain our website and sometimes had disappointed clients on the other end of the phone when they discovered a property they had seen on our website had already been rented out. Marion quickly learned the process of adding and removing property information and photographs onto our website, which she uploads as needed and this can be several times a week. She has been working with me for a full year now and her response to our requests is always fast and accurate, and as a result our website is always current. I'm very happy with the service I receive and recommend Marion to anyone wanting to keep their website up-to-date. Jane Wilsher Property Manager Elite Property Management www.eliteproperty.co.nz | 
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Make your working life easier
Marion Jackson has been updating our websites for the past two years and always does a fabulous job.
The Mountfort Estate Agents - Ray White Eastern group comprises of seven offices, with individual websites for each office. Any changes to one site must be duplicated across the other six. Marion always responds promptly to my requests, and makes the necessary changes quickly, easily and accurately. Recently our websites changed platforms, which required a complete rebuild within the Ray White template. Marion took on the task with her customary efficiency and quickly learned the necessary programming changes. She made a complicated process look easy. I would happily recommend Marion to anyone who requires secretarial or website assistance – she will make your working life much easier! Debbie Jessup Administration Manager Ray White Eastern Group www.rwhowick.co.nz |  |
Entirely rely on Marion
I am writing this testimonial for Marion Jackson from My Virtual Assistant, and boy-oh-boy is she virtual!
In the busy world of real estate you need to be one step ahead of your fellow agents and with Marion’s help I have a brand new website that I believe gives me another dimension to my businesss. When I first decided to develop a new site I did some research into costs and bang for your buck. After talking to Marion she basically persuaded me in a millisecond that she could take over the whole project from end to end. I had the basic idea of what I wanted from the site and Marion picked those ideas up and ran with them to produce a fantastic addition to my business profile. Not only did Marion produce a superb website she also did this in quick time and extremely seamless, she was virtually inside my head space. I like to be across things in my business, controlling most aspects of my day-to-day schedule and workflow, not allowing others to take over the development of my website would normally be my thought process. After a very short time frame I realised I could entirely rely on Marion to work through everything with very little affect on my time. Marion also managed the change of service provider and reduced my website hosting costs. I would highly recommend Marion if you have any administration needs and I don't think there is anything she can't put her hand to. I am sure I will continue to work alongside Marion in future business. Thanks again, awesome job, Marion! Ian Taylor Branch Manager ITLSEL Ray White Real Estate www.itlsel.co.nz |  |
Understanding of our needs
Hi Marion
Thank you so much for the wonderful work that you have done for Stoney Grove. You seemingly effortlessly have linked website, Twitter, Facebook and emails together to make them work much more efficiently, sent out a nice simple and effective newsletter to all of our contacts, added us to all sorts of sites to increase our profile – all of which we could have done for ourselves, eventually, after many hours of research and headaches. It was an absolute pleasure to hand everything over to you knowing that you would take care of it all for us. Your efficiency and understanding of our needs has been refreshing. Warmest regards. Sue Gallagher Stoney Grove – Macadamias and Almonds Nelson, New Zealand www.stoneygrove.co.nz |  |
A life saver!
A great service. Not only did Marion deliver on time and offer us quality input into possible improvements to our marketing collateral content, she also picked up spellng and grammatical errors that had already been proof read by three different people - a life saver!
Andrew Vesey Vesey Creative Design New Zealand www.veseydesign.co.nz |  |
Always happy to help
Marion was recommended to me by a close
friend, to help with the promotional and advertising side of my business.
The best thing I ever did was pick up the phone and ring Marion. She has been so helpful and had a clear understanding of what I needed after only one visit, and within a matter of weeks, I now have a new professional website up and running, as well as monthly newsletters that we are proud to send our clients, all at a fraction of the cost. I think Marion is absolutely fantastic she has done an amazing job and I love the fact that if I need to change something it's done instantly. If there's ever a problem she's always happy to help. She has made life so much easier and taken the stress and hassle out of advertising my business. I would be happy to recommend Marion, (I have done so already!), to anyone looking to market their business professionally and quickly. Marion, I can't thank you enough for everything you've done so far, and I look forward to continue working with you in the future. I'm glad I found you, too! Michelle Edginton Director Beauty Plus New Zealand www.beautyplus.net.nz |  |
A fabulous job
Dear Marion
A Summer Wrap @ Valley de Sol, on Saturday 19 March 2011, was an enormous success. We are delighted to let you know that we raised $22,000, which will be split evenly between Hospice South Auckland and the Christchurch Earthquake Appeal. We had a truly enjoyable day. The atmosphere was positively buzzing and it was fabulous to see so many people having a good time. Valley de Sol was bursting with positive energy, enthusiasm and overwhelming support for our two charities. We sincerely thank you for all the work you did setting up the concert website and managing it. You did a fabulous job and it was very reassuring knowing that the sponsor's names appeared as soon as they had contributed. Your generosity to A Summer Wrap @ Valley de Sol had a big impact on our end result and we are extremely grateful for the professionalism you brought to the concert. A special thank you for sharing the afternoon with us. Kindest regards Chris Bull and all the BNI Business Brunch Members Auckland, New Zealand |  Click on Certificate to enlarge
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Thank you for the support
Marion, words are hard to describe just how appreciative we all are for the hard work you put into Dad's Order Of Service and other 'Virtual Assistant' duties.
I would also like to personally thank you for the support you have given me over the past few weeks. Warm thanks on behalf of my family - Kerry, Julie, Susannah and I. Lisa Williams Havelock North New Zealand | 
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Marion is a whiz!
Thanks to Marion Jackson of My Virtual Assistant, we have made a few changes to our newsletter. She is a whiz and if you want a hand with this sort of thing, she would be delighted to help you out.
Cathy Knight New Zealand Showcase New Zealand www.newzealandshowcase.com |  |
What a great job!
Wow, that was quick! When you said you'd start work on the Geneva Guide this week I certainly hadn't expected to receive it already on Monday! What a great job! This is really excellent, thanks so much. This is exactly what I had in mind, as it makes the Guide much more readable.
The pictures look fabulous and made me smile - you definitely found great ones to reflect the issues discussed in the Guide, and good shots of the accommodation, which will make it more 'real' for the students. Thanks Marion, this is looking really good! Claire Mahon International Human Rights Lawyer Geneva, Switzerland www.clairemahon.net |  |
You really helped me out
I really appreciate you working on my documents when you were already so committed. You really helpe me out here.
Stuart MacKinnon Director Analysis One - IT Consulting and Business Analysis New Zealand www.analysisone.com |  |
Don't know how I've ever managed without Marion
I didn't even know what a Virtual Assistant was until a few weeks ago, and now I don't know how I've ever managed without one! Or specifically, without Marion.
In mere moments and with minimal and scattered instruction, she's streamlined my process and paperwork, set up wonderful communications including newsletters, YouTube links and book trailers, and even designed and put together a whole new website for me. This is all for a fraction of the money that I've shelled out to other folks who didn't really finish the job, or that I wasted trying to sort it all out for myself. Marion is a treasure, an absolute find, and I can't recommend her highly enough. Jill Marshall Author New Zealand www.jillmarshallbooks.com www.meetjaneblonde.com www.writegoodstuff.co.nz www.pearjambooks.com |  |
Jill Marshall received a Masters' in History from Cambridge in 1987. She worked in commerce and in HR for a large telecoms company for 14 years. She then quit her job to pursue a Masters' in Writing for Children at Winchester University, which she received in 2002. Jill Marshall migrated from the United Kingdom to New Zealand in 2003. Her works include the Jane Blonde and Doghead series of young adult novels, as well as several novels for women. Jill runs a manuscript assessment service called Write Good Stuff.
Excellent work
Many thanks for your prompt and excellent work - brilliant job!
Howard & Cathy Perry Directors P Squared Enterprise Ltd United Kingdom www.p2flp.org |  |
I'm so glad I found you
It is with pleasure that I provide Marion with my personal recommendation.
Marion has helped from the beginning of MJ & MJ Trading Limited’s launch. With her amazing skill set she was able to put together all my product catalogues, produce and create my website, organise various mediums to promote my business in local directories and even a wonderful little YouTube presentation. Marion takes away the hassle and stress that can be created because I don’t have the skills and time to do the parts of business that I don’t enjoy, leaving me the ability to concentrate on the parts that I do enjoy and put my skill set into good use in my business, making it a pleasure to run and a successful small business. Marion has saved me an immense amount of time to focus on the important part of my business - sales creation. Thanks Marion, for all your help and our continued business relationship. I’m so glad I found you! Maria Stephens Director MJ & MJ Trading Limited New Zealand |  |
A breath of fresh air
I have to share with you how fantastic it is having Marion as my Virtual Assistant - she is like a breath of fresh air. She has incredible understanding and insight into what you want. You can give Marion minimal instructions and she understands what you are looking for.
Marion has prepared templates for Abfab Business Results incorporating some really boring stuff and she enhanced this by adding original and thought provoking images. After seeing the completed documents, which were returned well before deadline, I was so impressed I even told Marion her prices were too low! Sue Howe Director Abfab Business Results New Zealand |  |
A real passion
Marion was my Executive Assistant for four years in the ‘real’ world and she's a fantastic assistant.
Marion’s got a real passion for what she does and pays close attention to getting the job done right, first time. She’s saved me a lot of time and is very efficient. Now that Marion’s set up her own business, I love the fact that I can call on her whenever I need her and I know she’ll do a fantastic job. Earl Gasparich Finance Director EnviroWaste Services Limited New Zealand www.envirowaste.co.nz |  |
Cost effective and professional service
Marion,
I would like to thank you very much for the excellent work you did on my PowerPoint presentation, on “How to get Re-enthused in a Recession”. Firstly, it was just a week’s notice and you delivered before deadline with awesome follow up making sure it was up to my standards and expectations. Secondly, a very cost effective and professional service. Finally, loved the creative slides you sourced for the brief I gave you. No questions, no fuss, just terrific service. |  |
Happy to talk to anyone, Marion, if they want a reference to your great service.
Keep up that great virtual assisting! Regards Paul R Meyer The Re-enthuser Expert Keynote Speaker Auckland NSANZ, New Zealand www.prmeyer.comAuthor of The Naked Career - www.thenakedcareer.net |
Very impressed
Very impressed with the turnaround time and the accuracy of the task in reviewing (proof reading) the 70-odd audit documents. I'm sure we'll be back when the need arises.
Peter Leathem Chief Operating Officer Oceania Group Limited New Zealand www.oceanialiving.co.nz |  |
Second to none
Hi Marion
I wish to put on record my personal thanks for all of your efforts. Your level of professionalism and response to requests is second to none. Regards Phillip Quay Managing Director Positive PR Limited New Zealand www.positivepr.co.nz |  |
Professional manner
Thank you for the profiling work you recently completed for me.
It was nice to be dealt with in such a professional manner and I am very pleased with the end result. I certainly look forward to calling on your services again in the future. Tim Stewart Residential Sales Bayleys Real Estate New Zealand www.bayleys.co.nz |  |
Kept us informed
Marion at 'My Virtual Assistant' was very friendly and willing to help.
Marion kept us informed of her progress on the tasks we asked her to do and we recommend her services without hesitation. Max Poznanovich Zach Consulting New Zealand www.zachconsulting.com |  |
Exceeded my expectations
The following is an extract from a reference written by a former employer and refers to my role as Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer:
During the time she worked for me, I found Marion to be an extremely competent person who quickly and easily understood both my requirements and the fuller requirements of the role, and undertook them brilliantly. In every aspect of her duties Marion’s performance met and exceeded my expectations. Marion is an intelligent and intuitive individual who displays excellent motivation and innovation. These skill sets were well used in her wider role with particular emphasis on her duties, assisting me in developing a much stronger brand image for the company. Marion also took the lead in Communications and Media Relations and I feel strongly that our public profile was never better than during her time in that position. As a result of the above, I have no hesitation in fully endorsing Marion, as I know from direct experience she will bring excellent interpersonal skills, dedication and commitment, as well as a high level of professional delivery. David Geor Business Consultant (Ex-Chief Executive Officer Excell Corporation Limited New Zealand) |  |
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