# Stop Drowning in Tasks — How to Delegate Like a Boss with Tanya Thomas

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Podcast: [Do Small Business Like a Big Boss Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/do-small-business-like-a-big-boss-podcast-7627760)
Published: 2026-03-11T13:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of Do Small Business Like a Big Boss , host Aisha Jorge Massengill , Founder of Sedgwick Andrews Legal & Consulting, LLC , sits down with Tonya Thomas , founder of Team Delegate , to discuss the entrepreneurial journey and the crucial skill of delegation. Tonya shares her experiences transitioning from a solo entrepreneur to leading a successful virtual assistant agency. The conversation touches on the challenges of scaling a business, building trust with clients, and identifying when to hire a virtual assistant (VA) to manage overwhelm. They also discuss the tools and systems that can streamline task management and the value of working with US-based virtual assistants. 🎧 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Delegation is a learned skill —and it’s essential for business growth. Building trust with clients and VAs is key to a successful working relationship. How to know when it’s time to hire a virtual assistant to avoid burnout. Tools for effective task management and how they help in scaling a business. The importance of US-based virtual assistants and why they are a valuable asset to businesses. ⏱️ Episode Timestamps: 00:00 – The entrepreneurial journey begins 03:10 – Navigating the early days of business 05:54 – Building Team Delegate: From solo to agency 09:05 – Transitioning from working in to working on 11:52 – Delegation: The art of letting go 15:08 – Identifying when to hire a virtual assistant 18:03 – Overcoming control issues in delegation 20:57 – Tools for effective task management 23:54 – Onboarding and building relationships with VAs 27:06 – Learning from mistakes and growing 30:01 – The value of US-based virtual assistants 32:57 – Finding fulfillment in helping others 35:58 – Staying grounded in entrepreneurship 💡 Key Takeaways: "Delegat…

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