I don't believe that success means you have to do everything alone. Sometimes real progress begins exactly when support gets where it is needed.
Perhaps you want to focus more on your clients. There are projects that have been on your list for a long time, and you'd finally like to get started on. Or you simply want someone who reliably thinks along and keeps your back free.
That’s exactly why I’m here, to create more space for the things that are truly important to you.
Every business operates differently.
That’s why I don’t offer standard packages or off-the-shelf solutions. Together we will look at what tasks you'd like to hand over and how I can best support you.
This creates a collaboration that does not feel like a fixed concept, but like an individual solution that truly fits you and your business.
• Document management
• Planning and coordination of projects
• Organization of processes
• Support for ongoing projects
• Support for preparatory accounting
• Creation of quotes & invoices
• Monitoring of incoming payments
• Receipt management
Organization, structure, and processes have been my companions for many years.
With my experience in the assistance field, I now support self-employed people and small businesses in creating more space in their work life, structuring processes, and outsourching tasks that consume time and energy.
What drives me in this?
To see how ideas become real projects. How people realize their visions and can concentrate again on the tasks that truly fulfill them. Supporting my clients with full commitment on this path and establishing processes together that sustainably simplify their work life – that is exactly what I want to do.
In this, it is not only reliability and professionalism that are important to me, but also a spirit of mutual respect. Because I believe the best results always come from where trust, an open mind, and shared respect form the basis of collaboration.
And when I am not working?
You can often find me outside in nature on a long walk with my dog 'Leni', deep into good conversations or with my guitar that I'm currently learning to play.
Additionally, I am fascinated by the Irish Gaelic language, and Ireland has long had a firm place in my heart. I love to spend my vacations there, and maybe it will even become my home one day.
And because personality often shines through the little things:
Pizza, the scent of freshly mown grass, and autumn rain make me happy every time.
Maybe because they remind me that it is not the big things that make the difference – but the little moments that feed the soul.
My professional career began with an apprenticeship in the assistance field – an environment where organization, structure, and administration are required every day.
In the following years, I was able to accompany various companies, teams, and projects. During this time, I learned to adapt quickly to new situations, keep an overview, and remain calm, even when many tasks are coming together at the same time.
This experience is something I use in my daily work as a virtual assistant.
I understand the challenges that arise when new tasks keep coming up in daily business, pushing important projects to the background. That’s why I relieve self-employed people and small businesses, not only with administrative tasks but also in creating sustainable structures that work in the long term.
Good support means for me not simply completing tasks.
It means taking responsibility, thinking along, and building a collaboration you can rely on.
Trust is not built through big promises. But through good experiences.
That’s why I am especially delighted about this feedback.
Graphic Design - Branding - Illustration
"Working with Barbara has been a pleasure right from the start. She combines professionalism, a structured approach and a positive attitude that makes working with her a pleasure. I particularly appreciate how quickly she can familiarise herself with new topics and how she approaches tasks with dedication. Barbara thinks along with you, is absolutely reliable and a real asset in day-to-day work. If you’re looking for a competent and warm-hearted partner for organisational or administrative tasks, she’s exactly the right person for the job.”
Photo © Sabine Mann Design
Violinist - Singer-Songwriter - Music Producer
SoundSOURCEress e.U.
"Working with Barbara has been a real asset for us (band Shane Ó Fearghail & The Host). She is an incredibly kind and warm-hearted person and always throws herself into her work with full energy and enthusiasm. I particularly appreciate her precision and conscientiousness: we could rely 100 % on everything being handled and implemented reliably and on time – especially for us musicians, it’s often nice to have our minds free to focus on creative matters. :)
So if you’ve got a project you’re really passionate about, Barbara is the ideal partner. She brings genuine passion and commitment to the table. It’s not just about ticking boxes, she really thinks things through and helps to shape things, which is really valuable not just professionally, but also on a personal level. Having someone like that in your team is simply worth its weight in gold!”
Photo © Sabine Mann Design
Irish Singer-Songwriter - Artist - Producer
“In both music and business, teamwork, support, and a strong professional work ethic are essential. With Barbara, I receive all of this and more. As a virtual assistant, she is available and always reliable.
Barbara’s attention to detail and commitment to deadlines is second to none. Her creative spark, curiosity, and dedication to the projects she undertakes - often develops and oversees - make her an invaluable part of our team.
What’s more, Barbara brings a sense of fun to her work. We love collaborating with people who enjoy what they do, and “Babsi,” as we affectionately call her, is a fantastic addition to any team."
Photo © Sabine Mann Design
If you are looking for individual support in your business everyday life and value a personal collaboration, a virtual assistant may be just the right solution.
Together we will see where you currently need support and how I can best support you.
A virtual assistant supports companies remotely with organizational, administrative, or project-related tasks.
You receive professional support without having to hire someone – flexibly, individually, and exactly where you need it.
I mainly handle the areas of back office, administration, organization, project coordination, and preparatory accounting. Social media and event management round up my portfolio.
If you are unsure whether I'm the right person to support your project, feel free to get in contact via email. Together we can work out, how I can best assist.
Often sooner than many people realise.
Most of my clients come to me when they realise that administrative tasks are taking up more and more of their time, meaning important projects are being put on hold.
A virtual assistant can help free up more time for the tasks that really move your business forward.
Following an initial, no-obligation meeting, we’ll discuss your current situation, your needs, and the areas you’d like to hand over.
We’ll then develop a suitable framework for our collaboration and define the next steps.
Yes.
Throughout our collaboration, I will be your fixed contact person and you will work directly with me. Personal contact, reliability and a trust-based working relationship are particularly important to me.
No worries. We will agree on responsibilities, processes, and communication channels right from the start. You decide at any time which tasks you want to delegate and always keep an overview.
My goal is to relieve you – not to create additional uncertainty.
No.
Many of my clients desire a long-term collaboration because it allows trust to grow and an efficient partnership to develop.
But basically, we decide – tailored to your project – what scope and duration make sense.
Since every business has different requirements, I create individual offers.
After our introductory meeting, you will receive a transparent assessment of effort and costs so that you know exactly what to expect.
Among others, I work with Canva, Notion, Trello, LexOffice, Microsoft Office, Dropbox, Mailchimp, Zoom, and other common tools.
Yes, gladly.
Every company operates differently. That’s why it is part of my job to familiarize myself with existing processes, workflows, and systems.
In addition to my training and experience in the field of medical assistance, I value personal support, reliability and a trusting working relationship above all else.
It is not my goal to quickly complete as many tasks as possible. I want to be a support you can rely on long term – with an open ear, attention to detail, and a genuine interest in your success.
Are you looking for support in the back office, more structure in your workday, or simply someone who reliably thinks along?
Then let’s get to know each other and see how I can support you.
© 2026 Barbara Kersten
