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What are the benefits of hiring a VA? 
  • You pay only for the time worked, not time around the water cooler, while on break or at lunch, etc.

 

  • You have no employee insurance, paid time off, vacation time, bonuses,   training, etc.

 

  • You do not pay costly payroll taxes.

 

  • You do not pay into retirement plans.

 

  • You do not have any expenses for office supplies, or the upkeep of office furniture or equipment.  

 

  • You do not have to provide office space.

 

  • You do not have to retain an employee during a seasonal slow time.

 

  • You do not have to provide a company vehicle.

 

  • You can benefit from a VA's broad range of expertise and knowledge.

 

  • You can devote your time focusing on your business and pursuing your business interest points.

 

  • You can spend less time in the office and more time with your family, on vacation or enjoying your leisure time pleasures.

 

A VA can be utilized no matter how big or small the task.  From an simple word processing document or an ongoing need for administrative support, a VA is prepared to meet the needs of individual clients.  Partnerships with clients are encouraged which result in the most affordable rates and satisfying working conditions for both individuals.  After getting your VA acquainted with the particulars of your business, your style of distributing/receiving projects and so on your VA will be up to speed and ready to do what virtual assistants do best - downsizing those nasty "To-Do lists." 

 

 

Will a VA be my employee?

 

Partnering with a VA will not gain you an employee.  Because virtual assistants are independent entrepreneurs much like yourself you will be working with another like-minded business owner that understands the importance of working together with another business professional. You will get someone who chooses to work with you as much as you choose to work with him or her.  The VA's decision to work with you is based on being attracted to your work and on being interested in being your partner for success rather than because he or she is looking for "some job."  It's that type of commitment that ensures a beneficial working relationship for both the client and VA.  It's a win-win situation for everyone!  VA's work most effectively and efficiently when establishing long-term relationships because VA's are dedicated, driven professionals who genuinely want to powerfully impact your life.

 

It is realized that individual client needs for services will vary so different pricing plans can be found by clicking on the "Terms & Fees" tab at the top of the page.

 

  

What types of work do I give a VA? 

 

VA's can be utilized to work on any adminstrative work that doesn't require your personal touch.  To help you determine which tasks that may be it is suggested that you keep a list of each item that you do daily.  Maintain this list for one week.  From this list anything that doesn't require your personal touch could be shifted to your VA. Think of how much

work you do daily, weekly and monthly that can be transferred to your VA.  Now, think about all of the business projects and directions you can take your business with this newly found free time. The possibilities are truly endless! 

 

 

How does a VA do work virtually? 

 

Virtual assistants will support a client using fax, email, phone, scanner, and internet services. Remember that all documents created or used by VAs can quickly and easily be transmitted via email attachment, by fax, delivery of diskette/cd or hard copy using an overnight delivery service, or by using priority/regular postal mail services.  With your VA being just a mouse click or phone call away your interaction is no different than pressing an interoffice intercom button to speak with your assistant.  You are just using your mouse or phone instead!  Some clients and VAs find using instant messaging (IM) during working business hours to be quite effective. 

 

                                                                                                                                     

What is a Virtual Assistant (VA)?

 
A Virtual Assistant is an independent entrepreneur, highly skilled in the administrative profession.  A VA will provide executive administrative 
and personal assistant support while working in long-term relationships with only a handful of terrific clients. The Virtual Assistant will support clients via phone, fax, and email without having to ever step inside the clients' offices.    It is a VA's desire to build a relational partnership with a client and to support that client in an administrative compacity across the board -- not just with one specific task or function.
 
This is a fairly new administrative profession. It is an exciting way of working and opens new doors for administrative professionals by allowing clients to work with a qualified professional from anywhere in the world.

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

$25 Referral Bonus

 

One of the best ways to say "Thank You" after we've provided exceptional services is to refer us to others that you think might need our services. When we gain a new client from your referral we will give you a bonus of $25! This amount can be used as a credit towards your next services or received as a VISA cash card to be used any way you choose. Choosing a credit is like getting a FREE extra hour from your VA!   

 

 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Contact Maplewood Virtual Assistance

 

Email:  MaplewoodVA@myactv.net

Phone: 301-797-4672

 

Mailing Address:

13807 Pennsylvania Avenue

Hagerstown, MD 21742-2340