A recent article, 19 Secrets to Hiring the Right Virtual Assistant by Shubhomita Bose says that every business has mundane tasks that can be delegated so you can concentrate on the core functions of your business. Then, who can handle these tasks? Well, get a virtual assistant!
A virtual assistant can handle items that cause pressures and get them done behind the scenes so you can keep working on the more significant business matters.
Below are some tips to hiring the right virtual assistant.
Compatible with your personality
Find someone whose personality is compatible with yours. You must have full understanding of the qualities you are looking for in a person who you won’t meet face to face each day.
Clear communication
To have complete transparency in communication at all times, look for a virtual office plan which includes a professional receptionist to answer calls “live” in your business’ name, voicemail and call transfer.
Industry experience
Have substantial knowledge about the kind of products/services you offer to help identify what the consumers really need.
Excel on trial project
Try a trial project to test waters, if the small project goes well, you can trust the assistant with bigger projects.
Share suggestions
Have confidence in their talents and experiences to share suggestions that can help their work and benefit your company.
Possesses time management skills
Know how to prioritize different projects and multi-task without missing the deadline.
Keeps you updated
Give updates to keep you informed about progress and help prevent miscommunication.
Have an eye for detail
Understand the significance of a detailed report to track the project’s status, progress and areas of improvement.
Accept mistakes
Take responsibility for mistakes made at work so they can do better in the future. They value their work and their contributions to your success.
Conclusion
Considering these tips will help you choose the right kind of virtual assistant for your business. As your business thrives, YourOffice offers you a wide choice of office and workspace solutions: flexible office space, team office space and virtual office packages. You’ll have access to a complete array of office support and concierge services as well as state-of-the-art business technology.
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