Alchemy VA Spotlight - Magda Bilska-Pereda
Posted on 12th August 2024 at 13:31
Meet Magda Bilska-Pereda
Magda is one of our Senior Franchise Partners based in Hackney, East London and provides fantastic support to clients in and around London... and beyond!
Magda provides reliable Virtual Assistant support to our remarkable clients leaning in on her wealth of experience in the charity, corporate and not-for-profit sectors. Before joining the Alchemy VA Magda spent over seven years working for a major international development charity, Action Aid, so we know when it comes to delivering exceptional service, Magda is on the ball.
Find out more about our amazing bilingual Virtual Assistant Franchise Partner and see why Magda chose Alchemy VA as her perfect career companion after climbing the corporate and charity sector ladders.
So Magda, tell us a little bit about yourself!
I'm Magda, a Virtual Assistant Franchise Partner of Alchemy VA's based in Hackney, London, I'm a mum, partner, daughter, friend, business owner and a life loving person! I grew up in Poland and when I was 17 I came to London on a school trip and since then I had a big dream of living here which came true nearly 20 years ago. I love being part of such a bustling city as I love travel, people, nature and summer, when it finally shows its face!
What did you want to be when you grew up?
I seem to have had various ideas and phases when I was growing up of what I wanted to 'be.' I remember wanting to be a vet, then an actor and even a politician at some point when I was at university. None of which have actually happened but I have played my part in each area to some extent!
How did you first discover Alchemy Virtual Assistance?
It was in the pandemic when I started exploring the idea of running a Virtual Assistance business. I knew I didn't want to start on my own so I asked Google to help me find established businesses and this is when I first discovered Alchemy which stood out with it's beautiful brand, value driven approach and glowing reviews, of course!
What do you love most about being an Alchemy Virtual Assistance Franchise Partner?
I love the variety of businesses and projects that I get the pleasure and opportunity to work with. I also appreciate the level of flexibility it gives me to provide the perfect work-life balance.
What's the best piece of advice you've ever been given?
Become friends with people who aren't your age. Hang out with people whose first language isn't the same as yours. Get to know someone who doesn't come from your social class. This is how you see the world and this is how you grow.
What is the typical working day like for you?
So generally it begins with an early morning catch up with my Virtual Assistant Lumi who works in a different time zone then it's the mad dash of getting the kids ready for school, an all important coffee, shower, breakfast, cycle to a workspace or stay in and work from home depending on my mood. Then it's meetings, maybe a spot of impromptu online pilates or yoga, work, work, school pick up, time with the kids, dinner, and a couple of hours of work after dinner! It's busy, varied and I wouldn't change it for the world!
What's my guilty pleasure?
Chocolate, ice-cream and easy-to-read books that don't require a lot of thinking!
In your experience, what are some of the biggest benefits to clients in working with Alchemy VA?
Working with Alchemy VA provides clients with a wealth of experience, committment and loyalty. I care a lot about my clients and genuinely do everything to help them succeed.
What next?
Interested in chatting with Magda about what level and type of Virtual Assistant support will make the most impact to you? You can get in touch here.
Perhaps you're not yet sure if you're ready for a Virtual Assistant? Why not take our free VA 'readiness' evaluation to gain valuable insights and personalised advice on maximising the outputs of a Alchemy Virtual Assistant.
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