The Secret Weapon for Growing Businesses? Military Spouses.

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If you're a founder, CEO, or fast-scaling team buried in emails, logistics, and tasks you shouldn't be doing, pause here.

Because the most reliable, resourceful, and underutilized talent pool in the modern workforce isn't sitting in an office or waiting for a job board post. They’re the military spouses who’ve been told they’re "too complicated to hire."

At Squared Away, we’re rewriting that narrative.
And this month, we were named one of the Top Military Spouse Employers for 2025 by Military.com. Here’s why that matters; to me, and maybe, to your business.

From Kitchen Table to CEO: My Story

Nine years ago, I was 3 months pregnant and had just been laid off with no notice from a US-based virtual assistant agency. My husband was deployed overseas. I had no team, no funding, and no “traditional” job prospects.

But I had drive. I knew how to adapt. I knew how to lead. And I knew there were clients out there who needed real help, just like the ones I was already supporting.

So I started landing more clients one-by-one—doing the work myself, building relationships, and delivering results.
That solo effort grew into a full book of business. And it made one thing crystal clear:

I wasn’t an exception, I was part of a powerful, overlooked workforce.

There were thousands of other military spouses with the same dedication, agility, and professional talent, just waiting for someone to believe in them. And a year over year unemployment rate of 21%.

I built Squared Away so the world would stop overlooking us.

Why Military Spouses Make the Best Virtual Executive Assistants

Whether you're searching for remote executive assistant services, struggling with delegation, or building a high-performance team, here’s what makes military spouses a strategic asset:

✔ Unmatched adaptability
They’ve relocated across the country (or the world) every 1–3 years. They've solo-parented, shifted plans mid-week, and navigated crisis without blinking. That’s not chaos, it’s a crash course in logistics, problem-solving, and professionalism.

✔ Proactive problem solvers
Military spouses don’t wait to be told. They anticipate. They execute. And they bring a unique sense of ownership to their work.

✔ Built-in communication skills
Clear, concise, and calm under pressure. Whether it's handling your inbox, coordinating your calendar, or managing high-touch projects, our assistants communicate like leaders.

What Sets Squared Away Apart from Other Virtual Assistant Agencies

Most virtual assistant agencies focus on volume. We focus on value.

At Squared Away, we offer:

• U.S. based, military spouse executive assistants with elite training

• High-touch onboarding and matching for long-term, trust-based partnerships

• Scalable support designed to grow with your business

• A community-driven mission: Over $26 million paid to military families (and counting)

Our assistants don’t just support, they accelerate. They're the reason founders finally find time to lead again.

Get the Executive Support You Deserve, Without the Overwhelm

If you're ready to offload the daily grind, regain your time, and build with intention, we're here to help.

Book a free discovery call or learn more.

Read the full list of 2025 Top Military Spouse Employers

Final Word From Me (Michelle)

I didn’t create Squared Away because I wanted to start a company.
I created it because I knew what it felt like to be underestimated and what it meant to prove people wrong through excellence.

Every time a business hires from Squared Away, they’re not just checking a box.
They’re building something smarter. Something better.

Military spouses aren’t a risk. They’re a return on investment.

Thank you for everyone who has supported our mission, given feedback, or cheered from the sidelines. We appreciate you more than words can express.