How to Work With a Virtual Assistant

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1. At the start of your collaboration, prioritize over-communicating, even if it may seem unnecessary.

2. Determine which tasks you can delegate to your VA and establish them clearly.

3. Provide prompt access to necessary software, folders, calendars, and inboxes for your VA to begin delivering results swiftly.

4. Trust that your VA is doing their best to comprehend your needs and expectations.

5. Clearly communicate your expectations and deadlines as we cannot read minds.

6. Clarify the reasons behind delegated tasks to enable your assistant to execute them effectively.

7. Maintain shared records for better coordination.

8. Offer feedback as we can't see your facial expressions to gauge our progress.

9. Establish a good relationship and a friendly environment as it contributes to productivity. Aligning on working hours helps in managing expectations.

10. Acknowledge that VAs run businesses too. Transparency and timeliness allow us to organize our workday effectively. Having multiple clients means that delays impact our ability to focus on other tasks.