Presentation for small business owners who may be considering hiring a virtual assistant. Details some of the important considerations to be made and how small business owners can find the best VA for their business.

1. Everything you need to know about hiring a virtual assistant ©Versatile Assistant www.versatileassistant.com

2. Hiring A Virtual Assistant Hiring A Virtual Assistant Can Help You Successfully Grow Your Business The first time you consider hiring a Virtual Assistant it can seem somewhat daunting. The following are some tips to help you with the hiring process...

3. Where to find a good Virtual Assistant Networking Contacts Google Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Networking events – you will often find Virtual Assistants at local networking events.

4. Where to find a good Virtual Assistant Networking Contacts Google Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Ask your contacts if they can recommend a good VA.

5. Where to find a good Virtual Assistant Networking Contacts Google Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Internet Search: as you will see by ‘Googling’ Virtual Assistant there are thousands of virtual assistants out there. How do you find a good one? Take a good look at the websites, look for testimonials and background information. Be specific with your web search, if you need an internet marketing VA try a search for that term to help narrow down the search results.

6. Where to find a good Virtual Assistant Online Business Forums Forums are another great place to find prospective virtual assistants. Many people display a signature line, which will include their website URL. As you read the posts, you will become familiar with which members have particular types of businesses. If you find a virtual assistant who you would like to work with, contact them and let them know the details about your opening.

7. Before you hire a VA... Website –professional Can you see testimonials Are they experienced in the tasks you require? Are they a professional business? Before you hire anyone, take some time to look at each of their websites. Their websites are their calling card – are they professional and attractive? If things are sloppy or misspelled on their own website, they probably won’t take the time to do a good job on your work.

8. Before you hire a VA... Website –professional Can you see testimonials Are they experienced in the tasks you require? Are they a professional business? In most cases, their websites will have a page that outlines their services and rates. It is very important to see if they have the ability to handle the type of job you need done.

9. Hourly rates... As the old saying goes ‘If you pay peanuts you will get monkeys’... Do you want an English speaking VA who will understand the challenges you face in business? When considering hourly rates it is important to remember that you get what you pay for. A professional, full-time business owner VA will charge accordingly. Think about the type of person you want to work with: do you want a VA who does this as a hobby or a professional assistant who invests in their own business to ensure your success.

10. And finally... A VA can help small business owners in so many ways... Finding a good virtual assistant may take a bit of time at first, but once you find one, you will see that you are able to get more work done and effectively grow your business.

11. Versatile AssistantWe provide virtual assistant support globally with offices in the UK, Portugal and Australia. ©Versatile Assistant www.versatileassistant.com