10 Data Entry Tasks You Should Never Do Yourself

Data Entry Tasks

Data entry is essential but that doesn’t mean you should be doing it yourself.

As a founder or team leader, your time is best spent growing your business, not typing in spreadsheets. That’s where a virtual assistant from CheaperTeam comes in.

Our expert VAs are trained in handling repetitive data tasks with speed and accuracy so you don’t have to.

In this post, we’ll walk through the 10 most time consuming data entry tasks you should hand off immediately to your virtual assistant.

💻 Why Data Entry Should Be Outsourced

Data entry is repetitive, prone to human error, and not a good use of executive time. Outsourcing it to a CheaperTeam virtual assistant gives you:

  • More time for high-level work
  • Cleaner, more accurate data
  • Streamlined operations
  • Lower operating costs

Let’s explore the tasks you should stop doing yourself today.

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📋 10 Data Entry Tasks to Delegate to Your VA

  1. 📧 Manual Email List Building
    Manually copying contact info from emails or websites? Let your VA handle this with precision and speed.
  2. 📦 Product Data Uploads
    Adding product titles, descriptions, and images to eCommerce platforms? This is a perfect task for a CheaperTeam VA.
  3. 🧾 Invoice Data Entry
    Recording invoice details manually into accounting software? Delegate this to keep your books clean and consistent.
  4. 🗂️ CRM Data Updates
    Maintaining accurate contact info in your CRM? Our VAs can keep your sales pipeline fresh and error-free.
  5. 📊 Survey or Form Data Compilation
    Exporting and formatting customer survey results? VAs can organize the data into spreadsheets or dashboards fast.
  6. 🕑 Time Tracking and Timesheet Input
    Logging hours manually for each team member? Delegate this and focus on team management, not data entry.
  7. 📞 Lead Generation Records
    Scraping and inputting potential client info? Our virtual assistants can build lists and qualify leads while you focus on closing.
  8. 📅 Calendar Data Coordination
    Coordinating appointments across tools? Let a VA update your calendar and sync important dates automatically.
  9. 🗃️ Document Filing and Tagging
    Filing PDFs, naming documents, and tagging files in Google Drive or Dropbox? A CheaperTeam VA can sort your digital chaos.
  10. 🛒 Order Processing Logs
    Updating customer order details in spreadsheets or platforms? Delegate to your VA for smoother eCommerce workflows.

⏳ Your Time Is Valuable, Stop Wasting It

Every hour spent on manual data entry is an hour lost on strategy, sales, or product development. With CheaperTeam:

  • Your data stays clean and organized
  • You reduce admin stress
  • You scale faster without burnout

Let us handle the backend while you drive the business forward.

✅ Why CheaperTeam Is the Ideal Partner for Data Entry

Our virtual assistants are:

  • Trained in Google Sheets, Excel, CRMs, eCommerce platforms, and more
  • English-fluent and detail-oriented
  • Ready to take on repetitive tasks with accuracy
  • Monitored for consistent quality
  • Easy to onboard with your existing tools and workflows

Whether you’re managing leads, inventory, or invoices we’ve got you covered.

🚀 Ready to Hand Off Your Data Entry?

Your time is too valuable to waste on spreadsheets. Let CheaperTeam streamline your backend and give you back hours every week.

📞 Book a free consultation with CheaperTeam today and see how easy it is to get started.

🙋 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What tools do CheaperTeam data entry VAs use?

Our VAs are trained in Excel, Google Sheets, Notion, Airtable, CRMs like HubSpot and Zoho, plus eCommerce platforms like Shopify and WooCommerce.

2. Can a VA handle sensitive data securely?

Yes. We follow strict confidentiality protocols, including NDAs and secure communication tools, to protect your data.

3. How do I train a data entry virtual assistant?

You don’t have to do much we match you with a trained VA and help set up documentation or SOPs if needed.

4. Can one VA manage multiple data tasks?

Absolutely. Our VAs are versatile and can handle multiple responsibilities, including email list management, CRM updates, and more.

5. How fast can I get started with a CheaperTeam VA?

You can be up and running in just a few days. We handle the matching and onboarding to get you support fast.

CheaperTeam is a European based outsourcing company with headquarters centrally located in the heart of Manhattan, NY. Our objective is to provide high-quality, motivated employees while maintaining cost efficiency for businesses. We offer a boutique style of doing business, allowing flexibility in vetting and sourcing employees for various industries. Our staff comprises data entry specialists, medical billers, interior designers, back-office employees, and virtually any position that can be executed remotely.

Jack Lamm

CEO / Cheaperteam
As the CEO of Cheaperteam, Jack is the driving force behind the company’s growth. He oversees all things in the life of the company, like management, operations, expansions to new countries, marketing, and so much more. Jack is a visionary leader who is highly skilled in managing company operations. He represents effective leadership and management skills by demonstrating composure and building strong relationships.

After graduating magna cum laude from Queens College, Jack spent three years as a Loan Officer where he helped close over $100M in financing. As a highly experienced BPO specialist, Jack led Cheaperteam to become a globally recognized outsourcing agency with offices in five countries.

Quote from Jack: “Find Solutions, Not Problems.”