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Yes being able to work with your VA is a must. Is similar to the pitcher and catcher relationship in baseball. Eventually, a good VA will know exactly what you want before your ask. THis prediction is critical to becoming an efficient team. Don’t you agree?

I’d recommend finding someone who you feel you can work with. We all have different styles and preferences and as Karalyn says above cheapest is always best.

Not only has it acquired a new name, it’s acquiring a much higher percentage of Gen Y workers. In addition, it’s gaining popularity at the same time that it’s becoming much more efficient to do business across the world in different time zones.

There’s quite a bit of banter about onshore vs. offshore outsourcing, but I really believe that both have their place and their benefit to businesses and consumers.

Appreciate your post!

Many of my clients spent years working in a conventional office environment where they had staffmembers to do anything assigned to them. When my clients “jumped ship” and became “solopreneurs” they were amazed at how much time was consumed with just basic tasks. By outsourcing (to people like me) they were once again in control of their lives and able to pursue the work they enjoyed.

Unfortunately some folks like to micro-manage — and that’s not very efficient when you “outsource” work. On the other hand, the need to micro-manage comes for distrust of the people who are working for you. Employing someone you don’t trust is a poor choice and one a true executive should never make.

There are many good and experienced people out there — available to help you succeed in your profession. Seek them out and find one you enjoy working with.

And, finally, remember — you get what you pay for. Don’t shortchange yourself into thinking the lowest quote will always meet your needs. If that person’s skills don’t provide you with a professional product, not only will you be frustrated — but you’ll be working hard to polish your own tarnished image!