http://www.GetVirtualAssistance.com/ - In this slideshow you'll learn about the benefits of Virtual Assistants, as well as the 4 different types of VAs that you're likely to find online.
2. What is a Virtual Assistant?
• Definition
• VA vs. In-House Employees
• Different types of VAs
• The Bottom Line
3. • Personal & administrative assistants
• Only difference, they work remotely
• Multi-skilled professionals
• Commonly abbreviated as “VA”
• That’s just the beginning!
Defining Virtual Assistance
4. • VAs are professional, skilled entrepreneurs
• VAs are often trained and efficient in multiple skills
• Little to no training or supervision required
• Only pay for time spent working on your tasks
Benefits of Virtual Assistance
5. VA vs. In-House Employee
• VAs typically work independently or for a company
• Thus, you are not responsible for:
• Employee related taxes and paperwork
• Learning your local hiring & firing laws
• Office space, supplies, or equipment
• Health insurance & 401(k) retirement plans
• Overtime, vacation pay, sick days, etc.
6. Compare rate of virtual assistant vs in-house staff
www.VirtualAssistantForums.com/Get_Calculator.php
VA vs. In-House Employee
7. • Depends on several factors:
• Location, skills, education, etc.
• Full-time VA in the Philippines for $3 - 5/hr ($500/mo+)
• U.S. based VAs range from $10 - $35/hr ($1500/mo+)
• Hours of assistance required each day, week, or month
What’s the Bottom Line?
8. What’s the Bottom Line?
• No additional costs beyond your VAs rate
• Save money with a VA vs an employee
• Find a talented VA on nearly any budget
• Save time, avoid stress, keep moving forward
9. ““If you think it’s expensive to
hire a professional to do the job,
wait until you hire an amateur.”
- Red Adair
What’s the Bottom Line?
10. Different Types of VAs
• Task-based assistants
• Virtual project manager
• Dedicated assistants
• Specialized contractors
11. • Great for simple one-time assignments
• New assistant for each task or project
• No commitments or monthly payments
• Bad for recurring tasks & long-term
Task-Based Assistants
12. Virtual Project Manager
• Great for various ongoing projects
• Assigns tasks to assistants for you
• Acts as single point of contact
• Not always great for personal tasks
14. Benefits of Dedicated VA
• Learn your work style, preferences, requirements, etc.
• Share more with a dedicated VA
• Calendar access to schedule calls
• Passwords, bank info, addresses, contacts
• VA can store your info securely
• Dedicated VAs become a member of your team
15. • Assistance beyond the basics
• Email marketing manager
• Web or graphic design
• SEO Specialist
• Video production
• Writers, editors, etc.
Specialized Contractors