With over twenty years experience in administration, office management, project management and training, we can provide you with the reliable and cost-effective support you need to maintain your business and grow it to the next level. As your collaborative partner, we’re experts who offer services above and beyond basic clerical work … we’re literally there when you need us.
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Check out these answers to Frequently Asked Questions:
A Virtual Assistant (VA) is an independent business owner that partners with multiple clients, working off-site to provide reliable support on a contractual basis. The services a VA can offer are predominantly administrative in nature, including bookkeeping and general office support. However, as the industry has grown many VAs now offer a full range of specialized services like marketing, project management and even graphic design, depending on their unique experience and skill set.
Nearly any business or entrepreneur in any industry can find great value in partnering with a VA. It’s the perfect solution for small business owners or solopreneurs who need to increase manpower without adding the expense, office space and equipment an employee requires. Whether that extra manpower is needed on a one-time or ongoing basis, a Virtual Assistant can give you the collaborative support you need, when you need it, with no added overhead or stress.
The benefits of outsourcing to a Virtual Assistant are limitless. Many companies feel that outsourcing to a VA is a perfect example of working smarter, not harder…and consider their VAs to be an integral part of their success!
Time Saved. Outsourcing your work to an experienced professional allows you the freedom to focus on generating new business and taking care of your clients.
Money Saved. A VA requires no agency fees, recruiting expenses, benefits, training or office overhead/equipment.
Pay As You Go. With a VA, you pay only for the services rendered, when you need them. Their schedules are flexible and they can work within your unique deadlines and budget.
Peace of Mind. You can take confidence in knowing your work is being managed by an expert who will get it done consistently and on time.
A Fresh Perspective. VAs are entrepreneurs who know what it takes to run a business effectively. They’re not an employee, but rather a collaborative partner who fully understands the objectives of their clients and truly cares about their success.
Added Skills and Equipment. VAs offer a diverse skill set and own state-of-the-art software/equipment you may not have at your disposal, saving you valuable money, time and resources.
The first thing to consider here is what your time is worth. If hiring a VA for a few hours per month saves you enough time to increase revenue or network with new clients, it’s definitely worth it! The key to keeping costs down is having a solid understanding of what you need - and finding a Virtual Assistant you can trust to fulfill those needs professionally and efficiently.
The working relationship with a Virtual Assistant is very different from with that of an employee. Much like your dentist or accountant, a VA is a trusted independent specialist that is compensated only for the time that you need them. Unlike an employee, they work in their own office using their own software and equipment, and do not require added financial commitments such as health benefits, taxes or vacation pay. Virtual Assistants are seasoned professionals that partner with you, rather than work for you, to provide reliable solutions and help you to streamline your business.
Both temporary employees and Virtual Assistants can help with work overflow without adding the cost of benefits, taxes or vacation pay to the bottom line. Both also work on an as-needed basis, with flexible schedules. Temps usually focus on one specialty, while the client controls the workflow and provides the necessary office space/equipment. With temps, the client is limited to agencies that are within a reasonable geographic distance and may need to “try out” several of them before finding someone that effectively meets their needs. Virtual Assistants control their own workflow and policies (upon agreement with the client), are not geographically limited, do not need to use company space/equipment/supplies and generally offer a much wider range of services.
The first and most important step in working with a Virtual Assistant is to take a look at your business and determine exactly what services to delegate, about how many hours of work you will need and what your budget is. From there it’s easy! A qualified VA always offers a free consultation and is more than willing to walk you through those first steps to developing a productive relationship.
Once you have determined what work you need to delegate, how many hours of work you will need and what your budget is, it’s time to contact a qualified Virtual Assistant that offers the services you’re looking for. A free consultation will help you and your potential VA to get acquainted and discuss the best way to go about meeting your needs, as well as what the finished product will look like. Once everything is mapped out and the payment terms are agreed upon, your VA will require a signed statement of work prior to getting started. After that, the work begins! It may take a little time to develop a solid working relationship with your VA – be prepared to answer questions in the beginning, and be sure to communicate any questions or concerns you have. From there on, simply enjoy having some extra hours to focus on building your business, networking with clients or even taking some personal time for yourself…it’s that easy!