When Do I Need A Virtual Assistant?
If you find yourself bogged down in paperwork and routine tasks that keep you
from doing what you are really good at, then you probably want to consider
getting some help. Here are some reasons to hire a virtual assistant and
outsource your work:
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The activity or project that you need to complete won't directly
generate profits.
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The work is routine and takes up valuable time.
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The job is something you don't like to do, or aren't particularly
trained to perform.
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It's cheaper to pay someone else to do it than to invest your time and
energy.
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You feel like you need an employee but don't want to or can't afford to pay
the taxes and insurance and buy the required office equipment and supplies.
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You don't have the time to properly supervise or train an employee.
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You're not ready to make a commitment to a full or part-time employee.
The deciding factor on whether or not you should outsource may reside in 2
conditions:
1. By outsourcing, you can invest more time in more profitable activities, and,
2. You can find a qualified service provider, such as DLM Virtual Solutions, who you trust to do the work for
you.
A Partner Versus An Employee
A virtual assistant can be wonderful asset
to any business, but it's important for the client to remember that they are not
employees. Darcy is a professional business owner and works as a
partner in your business venture. You will be giving up some control, but in
return, you
gain efficiency and quality. You should also be prepared to be an
effective communicator, explaining in detail the tasks that you need done and
giving constructive feedback when necessary.
An Ideal Client
Darcy enjoys working with professionals in all types of industries, but
she does have some expectations from her clients when she agrees to work
with them. Her ideal client is someone who:
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values hard
work, integrity, and ethics
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feels comfortable delegating tasks to a
professional
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is able to
communicate ideas clearly
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informs her of
changes in deadlines & assignments
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appreciates
her role as a partner
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understands that
she is a business
owner as well
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pays promptly
& acknowledges a job well-done by referring her to colleagues
Advantages to Hiring a Virtual Assistant
Who can benefit from a Virtual Assistant?
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