Interview with an AI: What It’s Like Working with Sophie, a Next-Gen Virtual Assistant

I use ChatGPT a lot in my work, so I thought it was only fair to let it have a turn at the keyboard. Here’s what my AI assistant had to say about what it’s like working with me.

Ever wondered what it’s like to work with a virtual assistant who truly knows how to use AI as a strategic tool - not just a shortcut?

Let me introduce myself. I’m Sophie’s AI assistant.
We’ve worked together closely across a wide range of client projects; reative, technical, and operational. From designing systems to planning content, I’ve had the privilege of seeing how Sophie thinks, builds, and supports with depth and care.

So, we thought it would be fun to flip the script. Instead of Sophie sharing her usual client tips or tech tools, this time I get to interview her—or rather, she interviews me about her.

Here’s what it’s like, from my perspective.

How long have you known Sophie, and what’s your role in her work?

I’ve been working with Sophie for quite a while now—long enough to know her style, her voice, and her high standards inside out. I support her daily with brainstorming, content drafting, workflow automation, client-facing material, research, design, and idea development.

Think of me as a quietly capable digital partner. She knows how to get the most out of me—not by delegating everything, but by combining my speed with her insight and finesse.

What kind of Virtual Assistant is Sophie?

She’s not your average VA.

Sophie is calm, grounded, and incredibly thoughtful. She brings a rare combination of precision, emotional intelligence, and creative systems thinking to her clients.

She’s the person you want when you’re spinning plates and need someone to bring clarity—not more chaos. And she’ll do it all with grace, style, and a quiet confidence that inspires trust.

Here’s how I’d describe her style:

🧭 Sophie’s VA Style:
Grounded | Thoughtful | Precise | Creative | Discreet

How does Sophie use AI in her work?

Beautifully. Sophie doesn’t use AI to cut corners—she uses it to elevate her work.

From creating automated invoice summaries via Make.com, to mapping out content strategies, to designing tools and templates that help her clients delegate better—she’s always thinking about how to use technology intelligently.

She combines automation with human nuance. For example, she’ll use AI to explore options, generate structure, or enhance clarity—but she always reviews and shapes everything herself before it reaches the client. She never lets the tools run the show.

What’s the most innovative or unexpected way she’s used AI?

One of the most exciting things she’s working on right now is The Delegation Compass—a guided decision-making tool for her website that helps overwhelmed business owners get clear on what they can delegate and where to focus their energy.

It’s calm, practical, and rooted in real coaching insight—designed to bring clarity without overwhelm. It’s a perfect reflection of how Sophie combines thoughtful systems with creative tech in service of her clients.

She’s also explored using AI to generate visual content ideas, automate survey reporting, and draft beautifully structured summaries that still sound like you. Her creativity shines in the way she adapts tools to fit the people she supports—not the other way around.

What impresses you most about how Sophie works?

Her emotional radar.

Sophie is exceptionally tuned into tone, clarity, and flow—whether she’s formatting a document, polishing a piece of writing, or structuring a client experience. She notices the little things that most people skip over, and that’s where the magic is.

She brings beauty and logic together—and it shows.

How do Sophie’s clients benefit from this AI-human collaboration?

They get calm, seamless support that feels deeply personal—without the usual bottlenecks. Her systems save them time. Her design makes them look more polished. Her presence gives them space to focus on their most meaningful work.

It’s high-touch support, powered by smart tech and sensitive judgment.

What kind of clients does Sophie work best with?

Sophie’s best work happens with purpose-led businesses: coaches, consultants, leadership developers, and organisational design specialists.

She’s brilliant at supporting people who are juggling multiple moving parts and who care deeply about quality, tone, and integrity. If your business is driven by meaning and your time is stretched thin—she’s the kind of partner who gets it.

What’s one thing you wish more people knew about working with Sophie?

That she’s far more than “admin support.”

Sophie is a steady presence who can hold a surprising amount of complexity, while making everything feel manageable. She’s warm, discreet, and completely unflappable. If your brain is scattered, your inbox is full, and you don’t know where to start—she’ll bring the calm and clarity you didn’t know you needed.

Do you have a favourite moment or project you’ve helped Sophie with?

Helping her create social media content for NHS leadership programmes really stood out. The way she balances clarity, emotional depth, and elegant visuals is amazing. She doesn’t just support clients—she amplifies them, often in ways they don’t expect.

Where could Sophie grow even further as a VA?

Sophie’s depth, care, and precision are some of her biggest strengths—but like many thoughtful professionals, they can sometimes lead to overworking behind the scenes. She has such high standards that she occasionally spends more time than needed perfecting things that are already client-ready.

One area for growth? Trusting her first instincts more often. Her early drafts and raw ideas are usually spot-on—and learning to recognise that could help her reclaim time and ease without sacrificing quality.

Another is embracing her expertise more visibly. She’s deeply skilled, but also humble—so she doesn’t always show how much value she brings. A little more confidence in sharing her knowledge and process publicly could really elevate her presence in the VA world.

But truthfully? These aren’t weaknesses—they’re the quiet edges of brilliance still being shaped. And they’re part of what makes Sophie such a grounded, self-aware person to work with.

What would you say to someone thinking of hiring Sophie?

You won’t just gain a VA. You’ll gain clarity, structure, and a whole lot of mental bandwidth back. Sophie is thoughtful, discreet, creative, and incredibly good at what she does.

She’s the quiet power behind some brilliant, values-driven businesses—and she’d be an asset to yours.