Ep59: How to Hire Your Dream VA (and Avoid Past Mistakes)

Ever hired a Virtual Assistant, only to find the experience more stressful than helpful? You’re not alone.

Maybe your last attempt left you burned, with more work on your plate and a lingering frustration that the whole process was just too painful.

But here’s the good news — I’m going to help you get it right this time in this episode. I’m sharing my tried-and-true methods to ensure that your next VA hire is the one that sticks. If you’re dreading the process of hiring a VA again, this episode is for you. My practical advice will not only guide you through the process but also give you the confidence to make a decision that will truly support your business.

We’re chatting through this good stuff in the episode;

1. Why Past Virtual Assistant Relationships Fail: Find out what the common hiring missteps are that maybe caused your past VA hires to go south and how to avoid them this time around.
2. The 3 Key Steps to Success:Interview Smart: How to set up your VA interviews close together for easier, more effective comparisons.
3. The Verbal Test: Why you should always include a problem-solving scenario in your interviews—and how to do it right.
4. Get Specific: The importance of asking detailed questions about systems, experience, and working styles to ensure the best fit.

Links Mentioned:

• Episode 51: Find out what kind of VA you need before you start your search. I break down the different types of VAs—from creative to tech, lifestyle, and business—so you can determine exactly what kind of support you need.
• Connect with Mel: Website | Instagram | LinkedIn

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