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Hi, I'm Elisabeth Drake . . .

A creative, detail-oriented, espresso-fueled professional whose virtual assistance firm helps solopreneurs and small business owners reclaim their time and priorities for the people, work, and causes that mean the most to them. Finding and staying on the path to business success isn’t always easy. You may end up at the fork in the road between duties and dreams, and while both paths are worthy, you can’t always be on both at the same time.


Let’s talk! 


You see, I help build communities and livelihoods here. My mission is to help you strategically assign part of your workday to me, thus freeing you up to unlock your creativity, find the fine balance between Must Do and Want To, and accomplish your unique calling each day.

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Please fill out the form for a FREE, 30-minute Discovery Meeting (consultation). You’ll receive a response within 48 business hours to book the meeting! During our time together, we’ll dive deeper into your business’ needs and how our packages and services can help your business thrive. While I hope we’ll find during the meeting that we’re a great fit, there’s no obligation to purchase.


Wondering about a service you don’t see offered here? Please mention it! If I can’t help, I will refer you to someone who can!


You may also drop me a line at elisabeth@primerandscout.com.


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Working with Elisabeth is wonderful because she digs into details my creative brain doesn’t always think of.


There wasn’t any stone left unturned as she listened to my needs/wants and problems/concerns. She formulated a plan and went to work . . . for me and my business. 


She has the experience and the heart behind her business, and those two things are how she will help you succeed! 

Beth Copenhaver

Owner/Creative, Buttons & Burlap LLC

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I’ve worked with business analysts and consultants before; and, honestly, I’ve never been all that impressed. Elisabeth Drake is a definite exception in my experience, however, and I’m extremely happy I get to work with her. 


She sincerely cares about her clients, which shows in the work she does and the results she provides. I have recommended her before and will happily do so again.

Jeannette DiLouie Boca

Author/Chief-Executive-Editor, Innovative Editing

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Before I enlisted Elisabeth’s help, I was spending far too much time on tasks that needed to be done but did not need to be done by me. Fortunately, after Elisabeth came to the rescue with her conscientious and highly detailed approach, it allowed me focus on the things I do best and that only I can do in my business. 


In addition to the qualities that make Elisabeth a highly trustworthy “partner” in my business, she is also bright, creative, and self-directed, which means that I can turn over work to her without any questions about whether it will be done well or on time! 


From the beginning it felt like Elisabeth was a member of my team and indeed she has been. If you are a business owner or creative who is stretched too thin with the demands of your work, I highly recommend hiring Elisabeth Drake of Primer & Scout!

Keith D. Witmer, PCC

Coach/Facilitator/Owner, MaplifeCo

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By Elisabeth Drake 04 Jun, 2022
Did you ever wonder how a virtual assistance business got started? Take a peek behind the scenes and find out!
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By Elisabeth Drake 08 May, 2022
Take a sneak peek into the daily work of a real, live virtual assistant! Get inspired by how this VA helps small business owners and solopreneurs.
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By Elisabeth Drake 16 Apr, 2022
Does your small business have a marketing plan? Here’s how a virtual assistant can help small business owners or solopreneurs with this vital task.
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By drake.elisabeth 03 Apr, 2022
Refresh your small business for a productive year! A virtual assistant offers productivity quick tips for solopreneurs and small business owners.
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By Elisabeth Drake 20 Feb, 2022
Time management quick wins for small business owners! A virtual assistant offers step-by-step instructions on a tried-and-true productivity method.
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By Elisabeth Drake 21 Jan, 2022
Virtual assistance is increasingly popular! Find out what you need to know about hiring a virtual assistant as a small business owner or solopreneur.
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By Elisabeth Drake 21 Jan, 2022
Welcome to Primer & Scout, LLC, virtual assistance for small businesses, solopreneurs! Here’s a guide to the blog, including what YOU, the reader, can expect!
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