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10 Ways a Virtual Assistant can transform your business
The main positive factor behind hiring a virtual assistant to help your start-up or business is the fact that he/she will be able to do the same thing as a full-time employee at less than half the cost. Similar to interns, they can also bring a new kind of energy and eager work ethic to
How to choose between hiring a virtual assistant vs. hiring an employee
Running a business is not easy. You’ll need to put in hours and hours of hard work and dedication to keep it growing. However, running a business is also very rewarding and satisfying. You have more control over your schedule, you are able to work from home at your own pace, and you are able
Want to save time? Here are some ideas of things you can outsource to a virtual assistant
Time is one of the most important resources to any person, team or business. When it comes to doing a task or project, time will always be a factor in how well it can be done and how successful you will be in the long run. By managing your time correctly, you will be able
How to multiply your growth using virtual assistant support
When you first start a business, it usually begins on a very small or limited scale. After a while, you will want to have your business grow with a greater income and a wider reach. Just like planting an apple seed, after a few years, you are expecting a full grown fruit-bearing tree. Watching your
Why are more entrepreneurs using virtual assistants to grow their business?
Business growth and development will always rely heavily on good old fashioned hard work, but for significant and sustainable growth to take place, business owners must also work intelligently and efficiently. Business models are also ever changing, and recently there has been an increased focus on customer interaction and care, online marketing and social media
7 sites to help you find a short-term virtual assistant
Given the advent of very fast internet available in various parts of the world, more people are opting to work from home as Virtual Assistants (VAs) as a way of increasing their income. Small business owners and solopreneurs can gain a competitive advantage by making use of virtual assistants and effectively saving on insurance, benefits
Our top 10 free apps for budding and seasoned entrepreneurs
There are millions of apps out there that can help you hire faster, communicate better with employees and clients, and grow your business’s impact and revenue. But with these millions of apps out there, how do you find an app that works best with your business? We’ve put together a list of some of our
How to create your first website in 5 easy steps
As part of our services at Beyond VAs, we provide general task support through our virtual assistant packages. We also provide specialist help on projects that require expert support such as website design. We often get asked how much it costs to set up a website. This really depends on the amount of research you
9 Traits to look for in your first virtual assistant
Bringing a virtual assistant into your business can be a scary idea. But the benefits often outweigh the risk. Being so far away the only connection you have is an internet connection, this alters the paradigm. It means the values and morals of your virtual assistant are of great importance. Check out the list below
Top 10 freemium apps for running your small business
Being an entrepreneur means having high hopes of your business making an impact in the business world and doing so on the lowest budget. Using apps on the web has become increasingly popular as they begin to solve all your business problems. To help you solve all your business needs here is a list of the
How becoming a Virtual Assistant helped my career in South Africa
Most people who live in developed countries or off the African continent have many misconceptions about the continent I live on. I am African and have lived on the continent all my life. It’s a bit disconcerting to learn how others perceive this diverse continent, with perceptions ranging from all its people living in huts
10 tools you can use to get your business finances in order
10 Tools You Can Use to Get Your Business Finances in Order There is so much to think about when running a business. You need to consider your finances, how and when to do your taxes, producing end of year reports for companies house and HMRC, and so many other tasks. One of the biggest