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How to Build a Virtual Assistant Team Aligned with Your Business Goals

Updated on : 26 Jul 2024

Imagine this: the moment you decide to hire a virtual assistant (VA), it's not just about ticking off tasks from your to-do list. It's about transforming your workday, gaining clarity, and honing in on what you truly want to achieve.

If you're wondering where to start, there's a step-by-step guide to hiring a virtual assistant that's just like finding a map to buried treasure. Ready to create a VA team that's not just an add-on but a core part of your business strategy? Let’s dive into that journey, from envisioning your goals to finding the right crew to sail with you.

Kicking off our adventure, think of your business goals as the destination on your dream vacation. You wouldn't just board a plane without picking a spot on the map, right? Identifying what you need from a VA is similar. It sets the direction for your search. And if I were to share a secret map to a treasure trove of dedicated, skilled VAs, it would point straight to the Philippines. It’s like striking gold: a place bustling with talented individuals ready to align with your vision.

Crafting the perfect job description can feel a bit like sending a wish list to Santa. If you're not specific, you might end up with something you didn't quite want. Here's the deal: the more precise you are about the skills and qualities you're seeking, the higher your chances of attracting someone who’s not just capable but also clicks with your business culture.

Once you've cast your line into the sea of potential candidates, the real adventure begins. Think of it as fishing for the best catch. And hey, if you're looking specifically for an accounting virtual assistant, there's a way to bait your hook just right to catch those specialized talents.

And once you've got them on board, think of the onboarding process as their welcome party. It’s your chance to set a positive tone for your collaboration.

Navigating the waters with your VA team is an art and science. Leading them requires clarity, adaptability, and a knack for keeping everyone motivated and aligned with your business goals. It's about making the journey together, not just racing to the destination.

As we wrap up this chat, remember that embarking on the quest to build an offshore team of skilled VAs aligned with your business goals is a thrilling step towards getting more done with less, it’s about being more productive and getting more time back.

It’s one of those smart business decisions that can set you leagues ahead. I do this myself, I’ve seen so many others do it aswell with tremendous success, and I encourage you to weigh the facts, ponder your path, and maybe, just maybe, decide it’s time to expand your business and hire a VA.

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Michael Brodie

Founder of VirtualStaff.ph — Creator of the VirtualStaff Seat System​

Michael Brodie is the founder of VirtualStaff.ph and the creator of the VirtualStaff Seat System, a modern alternative to traditional outsourcing and offshore staffing agencies.

After years of seeing business owners struggle with inflated markups, recruiter-driven hiring, and unreliable offshore models, Michael set out to build something different — not another job board, not another BPO, but a system.

The result was VirtualStaff.ph: a plug-and-play way for businesses to build dependable, full-time back-office teams in the Philippines — without salary padding, outsourcing firm markups, or long-term lock-ins.

Through VirtualStaff Seats, businesses can add reliable Filipino staff directly into their operations — one Seat at a time — for roles like customer support, admin, billing, bookkeeping, and back-office operations.

Today, businesses across the US, Australia, and the UK use the VirtualStaff Seat System to build stable, long-term teams that simply work — while staying in full control.

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