Discover the counterintuitive truth about building a successful business: sometimes, the best way to get organized is to hire help first.

"Efficiency is doing things right; effectiveness is doing the right things." – Peter Drucker

"I'll hire a VA when I'm organized."

How many times have you told yourself that? How many entrepreneurs have uttered those exact words, convinced that they need to have everything perfectly in place before bringing on help?

I used to believe that myth too. I thought I needed to have a flawless system, a meticulously organized workflow, and a crystal-clear vision before I could even consider hiring a virtual assistant (VA).

But I was wrong. And so was my client, Sally, who confessed that same limiting belief during one of our coaching sessions.

The "Get Organized" Trap: Why Waiting to Hire is Counterproductive

The truth is, if you're not organized now, you're probably never going to be organized – at least not on your own.

Here's why:

• Your Strengths Lie Elsewhere: As entrepreneurs, we excel in certain areas – vision, creativity, sales, strategy. Organization might not be our forte, and forcing ourselves to become masters of order can be a frustrating and time-consuming exercise.

• Momentum Matters: When you're building a business, momentum is crucial. Getting bogged down in trying to create the "perfect" system can stall your progress and drain your energy.

• Delegation is a Skill: Just like any other skill, delegation takes practice. The sooner you start hiring and working with VAs, the faster you'll develop this essential entrepreneurial muscle.

The Power of a Fresh Perspective: How a VA Can Transform Your Chaos into Order

Hiring a VA before you feel "organized" can be a game-changer. Here's why:

• Objective Expertise: VAs often have a knack for organization and process improvement. They can bring a fresh perspective and identify solutions you might have overlooked.

• Dedicated Support: A VA can take ownership of tasks that drain your time and energy, freeing you to focus on your strengths and high-level priorities.

• Accountability and Structure: Knowing you have someone relying on you to provide clear instructions and expectations can motivate you to get organized (even if it's just to avoid embarrassing yourself!).

Sally's Transformation: From Skeptic to VA Enthusiast

After our conversation, Sally took the leap and hired a VA. A few months later, she reached out to express her gratitude.

"I can't believe how much my business has changed," she exclaimed. "My VA not only helped me get organized, but she also streamlined my processes and freed up so much of my time. I should have hired her months ago!"

Stop Waiting for Perfection: Embrace the Power of Imperfect Action

If you're waiting for the "perfect" moment to hire a VA, you're missing out on valuable time, energy, and growth opportunities.

Embrace the power of imperfect action. Start by identifying the tasks that overwhelm you and delegate them to a skilled VA.

You'll be amazed at how quickly you can transform chaos into order – and unlock a new level of freedom and success in your business.

What are you waiting for? Share your hiring hesitations (and your triumphs!) in the comments below!