Questions to Ask a VA Before Signing That Contract

Questions to Ask a VA Before Signing That Contract

If you’re at a place in your professional life where you can’t go another day without having some help, or if you’ve discovered aspects of your day that you just loathe doing, read on.

The first step is denial, as they say. The next is acceptance.

I have a handy VA Delegation Worksheet that you can download here. It will help you to figure out what you can delegate (some people have a difficult time with this part).

Once you know what to delegate, and you’ve found a VA you think you might like to work with, it’s time to get some questions answered:

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My Business Birthday! (& Reasons I Became a VA)

My Business Birthday! (& Reasons I Became a VA)

Recently I connected on LinkedIn with someone from a past life – someone I worked at my job with.

Would they wonder why I left my job after such a long time?

Probably not, as no conversation ever followed. That’s okay, because I don’t owe anyone an explanation, but I’m more than happy to talk about it.

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5 Tips for Delegating Tasks to a Virtual Assistant

5 Tips for Delegating Tasks to a Virtual Assistant

Some people know how to let go of tasks, and others find it difficult. Combined with delegating tasks to a virtual assistant you either don’t know well, or have never met, it can be a tricky situation for anyone.

Here are some simple ways you can both be on the same page at the same time:

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What I Learned in My First Year as a VA

What I Learned in My First Year as a VA

I walked away from 15 years in retail (admin) and into the unknown.

For the first time in my professional life, I was able to call the shots. I decided when to do what and if I chose to do it in my pjs, I could, and I did. I don’t do it often now, but having the option is quite a perk! Having lunch with a friend from time to time is a real bonus for me. The best part, though, is that I love the work.

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