Hey! Do I Need a VA?

The interview process looks different for everyone but it’s an important first step in the hiring process. Once you know the qualities you’re looking for in a VA, it’s helpful to craft questions to ask during the interview process. Take your time with this process and interview with more than one VA.

In this episode, we discuss the interview process and what’s important to know and look for.

Reminder: We are wrapping up Season 1 with our next episode. Make sure you subscribe to receive notifications when we return in the Fall for Season 2.

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Finding the right fit for your business is a lot like dating. You wouldn’t marry someone based solely on their online profile. You’d want to get to know the person behind it. The same is true when looking for a VA.

In this episode, we discuss what qualities are important to consider beyond your task list.

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Many business owners feel like they need to hire a low-cost VA to complete the number of hours they feel is necessary for all of their tasks. That’s not always the case or the best approach. When it comes to your budget, let it guide you but don’t let rule you.

In this episode, we discuss how to figure out what you can comfortably afford and how to find the best solution for your money.

Some resources we offered were Rachael’s Budget Worksheet and Bree’s Way to Save Money handout. You'll find these and other resources here or using the Resources and Handout link in our Linktr.ee.

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For many business owners, the first thing that stresses them out is determining what they need help with. Fear and perfectionism can play a big part in holding onto tasks that could be handed off.  A VA can help with building trust, starting with easier to release tasks, or being the starting point. 

In this episode we discuss how to figure out what to hand off and how we guide potential clients that come to us.

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The term Overseas VA can mean many things from outsourcing, Agency task doers, and low cost. That’s not necessarily bad depending on what you’re looking for in your support.

In this episode we discuss the pros and cons of Overseas VAs and what clients should consider.

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VAs offer a wide range of services and are highly skilled. They provide administrative, technical, operations, and sometimes, personal support in a broad way. They may have specialized skills but they are not professional in those areas. 

In this episode, we discuss the different kinds of support types that often get confused with virtual assistants and how to tell what kind of assistant you need.

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In recent years, the virtual assistant industry has boomed and the term VA is used interchangeably for all kinds of assistants who work virtually. From the AI customer service chat bot on websites to highly specialized Executive level assistants.

In this episode, we share our definitions of virtual assistants and the rules and laws that govern this type of administrative support. Virtual Assistants operate within a business-to-business framework, rather than as employees.

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It’s common for overwhelmed business owners to hesitate before making the decision to hire a virtual assistant. Often asking the question, “How do I know if I’m ready?”

In this episode, we share our unique perspectives and advice about starting the journey. We all offer a 30-minute call to address any fears or concerns you may have around getting started.

Have a question?

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In this episode, we’re introducing ourselves. Meet the cast:

Rachael Davila- host from San Diego, CA

Extra Hands! Virtual Assistance - www.extrahandsva.com

LeAnn Erimli- Technical VA from San Diego, CA

Handling Business - www.handlingbusiness.com 

Bree BV- VA Agency owner from Edmonton, Alberta Canada

Bee Vee Professional Services - https://beeveepro.com/

Sydney Hubbard - Newbie VA from Berkeley, CA

Sydney Hubbard Virtual Assistant - http://sydneyrhubbard.com/

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Many times overwhelmed entrepreneurs are told to “hire a virtual assistant” but not how to do it or what to look for. The term Virtual Assistant (VA) is not a one-size-fits-all.  When clients hire someone without knowing all the facts it can result in bad experiences or worse the entrepreneur walking away from much-needed support.

Hosted by Rachael Davila with Extra Hands! Virtual Assistance. She brings 18+ years of administrative and business owner experience to the mic, along with a cast of virtual assistant friends and colleagues who bring different backgrounds, viewpoints, and skill sets. 

Listeners will get a peek into the world of virtual assistants and hear stories, strategies, and successes to thrive within the virtual workforce. Through our episodes, we hope to educate, inspire, and motivate business owners to do the necessary pre-work before navigating the journey to find, hire, and work with a virtual assistant.

Have a question, email us at [email protected] or find our details here: https://linktr.ee/heyvapodcast

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