My Bio

Founder of Getting Ish Done Now

👩‍💼 Overview
Amanda Johnson is the founder of Getting Ish Done Now and a Strategic Virtual Assistant for solopreneurs and small business owners who are tired of drowning in the details. With nearly 30 years of experience in project leadership and digital operations, she helps clients clear the clutter, simplify systems, and blend AI efficiency with human oversight to keep both everyday tasks and larger projects on track.

Her background spans healthcare, tech, education, and consulting—but the common thread has always been the same: transforming overwhelm into order and turning stuck momentum into progress.

📊 A Track Record of Systems that Work
Before launching her business, Amanda led initiatives that didn’t just improve efficiency—they freed teams to focus on what mattered most. Highlights include:

• Implementing provider scheduling software across multi-campus hospitals → reduced patient wait times and improved efficiency.
• Designing and delivering training for an oncology module during a major EHR rollout → improved adoption and workflow for clinical staff.
• Managing transitions to virtual events during COVID → cut costs by 50% while keeping teams connected.
• Supporting small businesses through digital transformations → provided strategy, systems setup, and reliable operational support.

Her approach blends proven project management methods with practical, people-focused problem solving—leveraging smart automation where it fits, and bringing human clarity where it’s needed most.

🎓 Academic & Professional Excellence
Amanda backs her experience with strong credentials:

• MBA in Project Management – Indiana Wesleyan University
• MS in IT Management – Indiana Wesleyan University
• BA in Communications – Rivier University
• Certifications: PMP®, Professional Scrum Master (PSM I), Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt, Microsoft Certified Business Analyst

She has also held leadership positions in the Project Management Institute (PMI), including serving as VP of Technology for the PMI Northeast Florida Chapter.

💡 Values in Action
At her core, Amanda is driven by integrity, trust, and the belief that structure—done well—sets people free. She builds systems that honor energy, not just calendars. Her clients describe her as “a calm in the storm” and “a reliable asset,” and in the words of Jonathan Alston, CDR, USN, “a force multiplier” who consistently drives mission accomplishment.

🌎 Rooted in Adaptability
Now based in Uruguay and serving clients worldwide, Amanda is building a life that mirrors what she helps her clients achieve: intentional systems, meaningful work, and space to grow. She’s also pursuing permanent residency and learning Spanish—living proof that curiosity and continuous improvement are part of her DNA.

🚀 What’s Next? Let’s Tame the Chaos
If you’re ready to stop juggling every detail and start moving your business forward with confidence, let’s talk.