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Time is one of the most precious commodities in business, and most business leaders feel like they could use more of it. That’s why it stings to know that most employees spend as much as 20-40% of their time on non-revenue-generating activities. Or put another way, that’s one or two entire workdays that aren’t helping […]

Processes, processes, processes — Much like the “location” mantra of real estate, processes have become a critical anchor in managing a remote team, starting with remote training and onboarding. When you have a clear and consistent roadmap to follow, all of your virtual employees get the same experience and receive everything they need to succeed […]

Offshoring is defined as the process of sending jobs overseas. Because those jobs go overseas instead of to someone within the company’s own home country, many business owners (and consumers) wonder it’s even ethical to offshore in the first place. Our answer: it depends.  Job security is and always will be a top concern among […]

Offshoring is a growing trend among companies of all sorts and sizes, and for good reason. It offers a cost-effective, high-quality solution in the midst of the Great Resignation, where local talent is leaving faster than companies can find replacements. If you’re not sure how you can benefit from offshoring, it’s helpful to look at […]

There’s no question that offshore workers provide value to an organization. For startups, offshore employees are usually some of the first hires. They bring specialized skills to the table, usually at a lower cost than hiring a local employee. This allows you to ramp up your business quickly without taking on costly overhead and risk.   […]

For years, companies have worked diligently and intentionally to break down silos in their organization. They know the value of having a connected workforce, where essential information is fluidly shared and systems and processes work the way you do, not the other way around.  And then the massive migration to remote work happened.  For many […]

It’s no secret that a virtual assistant can save you money compared to hiring a regular employee while also giving you access to highly sought-after skills. Many VAs are independent contractors, which means you save money on employment taxes, benefits, and general overhead. Savings aside, let’s focus on spending: Just how much does hiring a […]

So, you’ve decided to hire a virtual assistant. Finally, you can see some freedom in your near future as you have someone who can take some of your most pressing tasks off your plate. One of your top priorities at this point is to set up your new virtual relationship for success so you can […]

No one knows your business as you do. That’s why it’s hard handing off responsibilities to an employee, even when you know it’s the only way you’re going to be able to grow. Hiring a virtual assistant can be even more daunting because you don’t have the benefit of working together side by side. How […]

One of the biggest questions many companies ask is: What should I outsource to a virtual assistant? The myriad of answers may surprise you.   Many companies hire virtual assistants to handle things like answering messages, scheduling appointments and updating their social media accounts. But that’s not all a VA can do!   Here’s a closer […]