7 Benefits of Hiring a Virtual Business Assistant
Virtual Assistant vs Employee.
There are benefits to both, and choosing one doesn’t always mean not choosing the other. There is a lot of flexibility around hiring a Virtual Assistant and that flexibility comes with a lot of benefits, too! Project-based or monthly retainers; expert skills at a fraction of the cost of an employee; and many more.
Below, I list just 7 Benefits of Hiring a Virtual Business Assistant.
1. Cost Savings:
The keyword to Virtual Business Services is “Virtual” - you save money on office space, utilities, and equipment.
Additionally, this isn’t an employer:employee relationship. You are hiring a business, which means you don’t need to provide benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, or paid time off.
2. Flexibility:
You can easily scale hours up or down based on your business needs. Project-based vs. monthly retainers? You choose! Read more about our retainer prices.
3. Access to Global Talent:
Virtual Business Assistants have specific skills that may not be available locally. We are also often connected with our own private networking groups, locally & globally, to help each other find solutions for better outcomes for our clients - and the end game is always to provide you with the best results.
4. Increased Productivity:
We handle administrative tasks, including essential bookkeeping, so you can focus on more strategic aspects of your business. And no need to worry about paying for idle time that can sometimes occur with in-house staff. We are paid for the time you contract with us to actually work or the project we promise to complete.
5. Administrative Efficiency:
For specific projects, you can hire us for the exact expertise needed, ensuring efficient task completion. Since we have experience in the latest productivity tools and software, we may realize solutions that you haven’t thought of, thereby streamlining tasks and operations and saving you more money!
6. Reduced Risk:
Hiring us involves less commitment than hiring a full-time employee, making it easier to make adjustments if things don’t work out (even though we anticipate a mutually beneficial working partnership!). Should a partnership not work out, it’s usually easier to find a replacement Virtual Assistant compared to finding a full-time employee.
7. Enhanced Work-Life Balance:
We can provide support during peak times, helping to manage workloads and reduce stress. And while we focus on our business audience, we do also handle personal tasks, helping you maintain a better work-life balance.