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#074: Hiring Virtual Assistants to Optimise Your Teaching Business
10th November 2023 • TopMusicGuitar Podcast • Tim Topham
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In this episode, we delve into the world of virtual assistants and how they can make your life easier. Join us as we discuss the pros and cons of hiring virtual assistants, where to find them, and what tasks you can delegate to them. I'll also share my personal experiences with hiring a virtual assistant, providing insights and tips for making this process work for you. Whether you're considering a virtual assistant for your guitar teaching business or any other venture, this episode will help you understand the possibilities and benefits. So let's dive in and explore how a virtual assistant can streamline your workload and boost your productivity.

  • Michael's thoughts on hiring virtual assistants.
  • He shared how he hired a virtual assistant in the past to improve efficiency but had mixed results.
  • He outlines several tasks that virtual assistants can handle effectively.
  • How virtual assistants can help you manage tasks that free up your time for high-priority activities.
  • Various options for finding virtual assistants, including online job listings, websites like Upwork or Fiverr, and agencies.
  • The cost-effectiveness of hiring virtual assistants in countries with lower labor costs but emphasizes the importance of fair compensation.
  • Michael recommends creating a list of tasks, determining which tasks only you can do, and delegating the rest to virtual assistants.
  • Why training and supervision are critical aspects of successfully working with virtual assistants.
  • Delegating work to students, family, or friends as another option to consider in hiring virtual assistants.

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