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Business babysitters
June 10, 2010I encountered this term while surfing the internet. And it really struck me since this is what being a VA is all about. Its not just about assisting the company owner and their clients, but actually taking care of the whole business for them so they are worry-free.
Like when they want to go on a vacation or have an important meeting, someone just has to be there to take care of their existing business/customers. What usually works for these clients is answering phones, handling emails, and taking care of their customers, whatever their inquiry or what assistance they might need for the day. Bigger clients usually get permanent or regular VA services as business babysitters as their business grows. Some even delegate important stuff to their VAs as they grow more confident with each other.
How much do business babysitters usually charge? I would personally want a weekly retainer as this is more secure for me and for my clients. But if you have lesser tasks like answering emails, check the usual rate for this job in your industry. You might also want to check other VAs who do the same and what they charge. Normally, its based on experience and location. US based VAs charge higher than those from the Philippines or from India.
Promote your services as early as possible and as much as possible. This increases your chances of getting more clients and more business. Flyers usually don’t work when you’re offshore like me, so a website, a blog, an international ad usually does the trick.
Goodluck!
Manila Assistants
October 9, 2009After years of being a virtual assistant, I finally ventured into the business of outsourcing. Manila Assistants is another brainchild. Its still in the startup process but years in the business has made me welln experienced and with a good know-how of the industry. I am partnering with a relative and we’ve set up atmall center right in the midst of the Metro.
Please visit our site : http://manilaassistants.com
We cater to almost all your needs. We would also like to bring in local clients to widen our expertise. We offer virtual assistance, secretarial services, accounting and bookkeeping, web programming, search engine optmization, content and article writng, marketing, designing and more!
Email us at : info@manilaassistants.com
Manila Assistants - for all your AFFORDABLE outsourcing needs!
We take care of your business for you!
Benefits in getting a Virtual Assistant
July 29, 2009I wanted to share today the benefits for clients in getting a virtual assistant. So why exactly would you have to hire one? Let me enumerate the top reasons :
- Pay only for the time used for your business
- No overhead costs like physical office, computers, equipments, office supplies, etc.
- You do not pay for vacations, time-off, sick leaves, maternity leaves, health benefits, coffee breaks, government taxes and mandated benefits.
So getting a virtual assistant would definitely help you and your business. Hire now!
Recent Happenings
May 20, 2009These times are not very good for me as a virtual assistant. I mean, I still have a job, but a lesser paying one and something that pays only once a month. As compared to the previous job, which gave me thrice the money that I’m earning now plus it paid me weekly. I could say that recession and global crisis has indeed affected me and most of those like me. So here may be some tips that would work for you and me , to recession-proof our jobs and our lives:
1.) Think of it as your business. Make sure you earn profit on top of the capital you’ve invested like your computer, electricity, taxes, health benefits (if applicable), internet connection fees, labor (of course!), and other miscellaneous stuff (scanner, printer, software, etc)
2.) Sell yourself. Sell your business. Be visible to the industry. Make sure your target market see your works and how efficient you are. Make a website about it if you must.
3.) Broaden your horizon. Be open to ideas and new jobs. It’s never too late to learn something new so don’t limit yourself to what you just know.
4.) Study new things. Whether you enrol in a class or just do trainings and webinars over the internet, get your skills up to date and increase your valuability.
5.) All it takes is attitude. Some virtual assistants never make it far if they are or have become whiners. Lets all be professional and show our “boss” what he’d miss if he won’t get our services.
6.) Increase your friends list. You’ll never know when you’d meet the one who would give you the best job you’ve ever had. Do social networkig, or just about anything to make more friends.
7.) Make your resume look good. Just like how you would like to see yourself during interviews. Make it professional and full of pertinent details. Don’t put unnecessary stuff that your probably employers would see as desperate or not up to par.
These are just some few tips I would like to share for those who are interested to enter this kind of job or maintain it.