How to Hire a Virtual Assistant
A virtual assistant (VA) is a person who provides administrative, technical, financial, or creative support to independent business owners from a home office. The duties of a virtual assistant vary from client to client, but most typically include the following: completing basic administration tasks, managing client files and documents, answering phones, conducting research and business support, and assisting in other client related activities. Clients usually feel more comfortable with a VA rather than an employee because there is not the direct interaction with a person. However, there are some advantages to having a VA as opposed to an employee. Here are five common benefits of using a virtual assistant. Hiring virtual assistants often saves time and hassle. Because there is no face-to-face interaction, there are no need for formal written communication and you can focus on the aspects of your business that are most important to you. Also, most virtual assistants are highly organiz