Survey Says; 72% Of Respondents Would Not Feel Comfortable Hiring A Virtual Assistant From Overseas

By Frances Palaschuk • February 10th, 2008

Darrell Williams, of Right-Hand-Man Virtual Assistant Services, makes it clear that a growing number of American adults are in dire need of a Virtual Assistant (VA).

In fact, Williams latest press release, “New Poll Shows The Growing Need For Virtual Assistants“, highlights that almost three quarters (72%) of respondents would not feel comfortable hiring a virtual assistant from overseas.

For the client trying to find the right Virtual Assistant for their business they must factor in some pretty important elements into their search including:

  • Trust; building a solid foundation for the facilitation and exchange of confidential documents and information in the beginning of the relationship, is critical.
  • Working style; the VA will work towards an outcome that meets or exceeds your expectation however; the methods and styles used can vary, especially by region.
  • Effective delegation; It will take time and effort by both parties before a truly effect delegation pattern is achieved. Once this level of workflow is in place, you will have developed a very productive routine.
  • Autonomy and value of work; Are you right for that VA? By partnering with the right client a VA is able to create the perfect environment where their personality and business ideas will flourish. This will trigger positive reactions such as achievement of their goals and self satisfaction.

As the growing need for Virtual Assistants increases you will see a rise in the advancement of tools and resources that will help shape this industry going forward.

Today, VAs specialize in some pretty unique areas such as social media coordination, blog design and maintenance, as well as providing support to top executives in the legal, medical, and real estate fields.

If you are looking for the right Virtual Assistant and are not sure where to start you will find comfort in an eBook I wrote titled, “Finding the Ultimate Virtual Assistant for Your Business“. This free guide will take you step by step through the whole process of building a profile of your VA, where and how to find the right VA, and most importantly how you can build and maintain a long term partnership that will see you and your business through the long haul.

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