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What is a Virtual Assistant? Virtual Assistants (VAs) are highly skilled, professionals who can perform a wide range of office services for multiple clients without ever having to physically visit a client's office. In the traditional office setting, they are often called administrative assistants, coordinators, executive assistant or office manager. Benefits of Hiring a VA For those small business owners who may work from home themselves, having a VA alleviates the need for office space, equipment, benefits or other resources that would typically go along with a full-time or part-time onsite employee. VAs are able to work independently away from the normal office environment. They can provide a range of services. The list of services can be endless depending on the VA. They cater to each client's unique needs. They are there for the long-term or they can help you in an overload situation. The versatility of a VA is immense. They work on the details, leaving clients to focus on growing their business. Employee vs. VA Although a VA can sound more expensive than an employee, when you break it down, you can see the advantage. A business owner does not have to worry about providing office space, employment taxes, Social Security taxes, health benefits or vacation and sick time. A customer only pays for the time worked by the VA. Many VA's even offer a discount when you pay for a block of time in advance. A full-time employee receiving typical salary of $36,000 with an annual bonus can end up costing a company up to $60,000 or more per year by the time you calculate all the costs. |
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