As the technology evolved, businesses changed at an unprecedented pace and the pressure now is on business owners to keep up to stay in the market. The challenge is to manage all of the tasks but wearing too many hats at the same time is proven to not-so-pleasant outcomes.
Technology may have added more workload (or maybe problems) to business owners but it also has given a solution to issues like most business owners face. This solution is the virtual assistant.
That being said, not all entrepreneurs are open to employing virtual assistants. Many of them have fears and worries about entrusting responsibilities to someone who comes from somewhere on the other side of the globe.
This reasoning is expected. You have invested so much in this business so it is only understandable that you are extra careful and reserved. But you can also try to have an open mind to help you and your business grow.
A virtual assistant is particularly beneficial to businesses that are just starting and in demand for specific skills. Not only are virtual assistants flexible, but you can also pay them according to the hours they worked for.
If you are one of those who has doubts on outsourcing a virtual assistant, it is maybe time for you to open up to new possibilities. Here are some points, maybe reasons, to plunge and venture, and outsource a virtual assistant.
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Regularly communicate with your virtual assistants.
There are dozens of feedback from business owners across the world on their virtual assistants suddenly not showing up to work and disappearing while still tied in the contract. It is unacceptable and unprofessional.
There are reasons why a virtual assistant suddenly disappears: the tasks might be overwhelming to them but too embarrassed or scared to tell you; they might find another client whom they find more suitable for them, or they are just lazy.
Whatever the reason may be, it is wrong. Regularly communicating with your virtual assistant can help prevent your virtual assistant from abruptly leaving without you now knowing it. With communication, the barrier between being clueless and unperceptive is somehow bridged.
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Communicate with your virtual assistant clearly.
Virtual assistants are professional and experienced in dealing with clients from across the globe. There is no doubt about that. However, English is very broad and complicated.
An English word may be used in different ways and mean differently in various cultures. The same goes for the tone and the context of the usage of the words. One approach to accomplish an understanding is through a high and low context culture framework.
Or for busy individuals like you, communicating clearly and giving spelt out instruction might help the link language barrier.
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Invest time in a sustaining professional relationship with your virtual assistant.
As the saying goes, “anything worthwhile takes time.” Your virtual assistant has to align goals and get into the same wavelength as you. For you to achieve this, you need lots of patience and of course, time. Let the virtual assistant know you and your business.
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Believe in your virtual assistant.
If you are unsure of your virtual assistant’s skills, ask these questions: what makes you decide to hire this virtual assistant?; and what makes the virtual assistant from the rest of the candidates?.
Remind yourself why you were drawn to the virtual assistant in the first place. Believe in the capacity and skills of your virtual assistant. Having your trust and confidence in your virtual assistant is crucial in developing a good working relationship towards the success of your business.
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Choose a trusted virtual assistant or outsourcing company.
Most of the bad experiences involving a virtual assistant are commonly drawn from freelance resources. There are plenty of good virtual assistants on freelancing websites. Since freelancing websites lack accountability both on the clients and virtual assistants sides, the probability of mixing good virtual assistants with the not-so-good ones.
It will take time for you to land your ideal virtual assistant using freelancing websites. There is also a chance you might hire the “wrong” virtual assistant.
On the other hand, hiring a virtual assistant provides you with the confidence and assurance that you are picking a competent and reliable virtual assistant. Virtual assistant companies have a pool of talents you can choose from.
With VALUE Virtual Assistant, hiring a virtual assistant should not be a question anymore. If you are ready to take the next step, hiring a virtual assistant or creating a remote team with us is easy. So hire with confidence. We are dedicated to providing the best and committed virtual assistants.
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We seek to build a good and fruitful relationship with our clients, based on shared trust and appreciation for a common purpose, which is the success of your company. Overcome your doubts, hire a virtual assistant, and bring the potential out of your business.
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