Shannen Rose Lastimado

I am a dedicated and detail-oriented Virtual Assistant with a strong background in administrative support, developed through my experience as both an Assistant Manager and Secretary in corporate settings. Over the years, I have honed the ability to manage multiple responsibilities efficiently, adapt quickly to fast-paced environments, and deliver reliable results that help executives and business leaders focus on their priorities.

Having recently completed a paid Virtual Assistant training course, I have enhanced my knowledge and skills in modern digital tools such as Notion,Google Workspace (Gmail, Calendar, Drive), and Microsoft Office Suite. This training has allowed me to strengthen my expertise in time management, task organization, and communication systems all essential skills for supporting business executives and teams effectively.

My previous corporate experience as an Assistant Manager equipped me with leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills. I handled scheduling, correspondence, and team coordination, ensuring smooth daily operations. As a Secretary, I developed excellent record-keeping, documentation, and client communication skills. Together, these roles built my foundation in multitasking, prioritizing workloads, and maintaining professionalism under pressure.

In addition to technical skills, I bring strong interpersonal abilities. I understand the importance of clear communication, confidentiality, and building trust with executives and colleagues. I excel at filtering and managing emails, setting up efficient workflows, and ensuring that schedules are optimized to reduce stress and save valuable time. My approach is proactive I don’t just wait for instructions, but anticipate needs, organize tasks, and provide solutions before problems arise.

I am also highly adaptable and eager to continue learning. Whether it’s adopting new productivity tools, supporting project management, or handling research and reporting, I embrace every task as an opportunity to grow while contributing to the success of the person or business I support.

Overall, I combine corporate experience, formal Virtual Assistant training, and a genuine commitment to reliability and efficiency. My goal as a Virtual/Executive Assistant is not just to complete tasks, but to create systems that reduce overwhelm, improve productivity, and allow the executive to focus on what truly matters whether that is business growth, client relationships, or strategic decision-making.