Is a Virtual Assistant right for you?
The rise of Virtual Assistants is prevalent in today’s world. There has never been a better time to take on a VA. Growing technology has made it easier than ever to build strong working relationships remotely.
But, how do you know if a VA is going to be the right fit for you? Why not just hire an employee to do the same thing?
There are many benefits of why hiring a VA may be more beneficial than taking on an employee. Consider these points and decide if a Virtual Assistant may be a worthy investment for you and your business.
You’re someone who has a busy schedule and is always on the go
A VA may be more suitable for someone who travels a lot and is constantly on the go. You may not always be office-based, therefore an office-based assistant may not be required.
You’ll generally communicate via zoom or teams which is more than ideal if you’re travelling all over.
Your mind will be at ease when you know you have a fully dedicated assistant to rely on and make sure things get done when you need.
You need some assistance now and don’t want to go through the process of employing
As you’ll know, hiring an employee can be a long tedious process. Creating a job description, job advertising, shortlisting, interviewing, selecting, reference checking, legislation, employee training, etc.
With a VA, the process is generally straightforward. You have a chat, sign a mutual agreement, have a handover meeting and we get to it. You can have a helping hand in a matter of days of reaching out.
You’re considering your costs
Virtual Assistants provide businesses with the same level of quality as an employee, at a much lower cost. A VA works on a contractual basis, meaning you don’t need to pay for all the additional costs of taking on an employee.
Kiwisaver contributions
ACC
Overheads
Annual and Sick Leave
Office Equipment
Recruitment and training costs
Downtime
You are paying for 100% productive working hours only.
You need temporary support
If you’re looking for temporary assistance, a VA is the way to go. Majority of VAs work on a month-to-month basis, which means they come with little risk and no long-term commitments. They generally have little notice period and you don’t need to worry about the repercussions of letting them go - it’s the nature of the job. The perfect solution for those business owners who need a hand to get things back under control and to a manageable standard.
A VA is a flexible alternative to an employee and can be utilised for the high and low periods of business.
Are you convinced that a VA is the way to go?
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