There are various ways but it really does depend on the individual business.

It could be that a business owner decides that they do not want to attempt any admin and therefore a VA would do everything from typing through to database entries, phone answering to bookkeeping.

Other businesses only use a VA to undertake one or a couple of the following:

-          social media creation and updates
-          blog updates
-          typing and transcription
-          bookkeeping or data entry to MYOB
-          powerpoint presentations
-          collating business cards and adding to a database
-          e-newsletters

A new business could utilize a VA to assist with the set up of their office, systems and procedures.

A Virtual Assistant is a cost effective tool to add to your business.  There are no payroll overheads and as a VA has a professional background in everything admin, a business is in a win-win situation.

How can you tell if you need a VA?

-          When you are getting bogged down in paperwork.

-          When you are working so many hours but not making any money.

-          If you want and need to network but do not have the time.

-          When there is no flexibility any more.

-          When you are missing deadlines or important phone calls.

Do not lose sight of your business and why you commenced your business in the first place.  Seek assistance from a professional admin provider - your VA.

This is based on our first interview with mybusinesshelp.com.au on Alive 90.5.

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