The best way to start working with a virtual assistant
is to spend a little bit of time thinking about how you work, and how
you would like to work.
Keep a note of tasks you regularly do which could be
outsourced. Make notes on specific procedures and practices which will
help your VA fit seamlessly into your business. Your VA will be able to
advise on technology and what they are able to achieve.
We encourage all virtual assistants and clients to agree
in writing precisely what work is to be carried out, the timescales involved
and the cost. Please bear in mind that if you change the agreement specifications
that the timescale and cost could be affected.
Remember, the virtual assistant is
not an employee but an individual with considerable experience who is
operating as your partner. They don't need to be micro-managed. If they
have a problem or query they will contact you.
Make sure you are clear from the outset
about what you want the virtual assistant to do.
Whereever possible use an SVA
Approved virtual assistant. The search facility is available here.
As we are not funded through subscriptions our VAs are regulated closely
and we will remove any VA who has more than two complaints brought against
them. If you have a complaint against a VA, we want to know, please
email
us.