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JB Benton

Denver, United States

Experienced Virtual Assistant

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Sheikh Shazil

Pakistan

Virtual Assistant | Data Entry | Lead Generation |

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Maneesh Kumar Srivastava

Varanasi, India

Executive/General Virtual Assistant

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Jahainger Shahzad

Pakistan

I am a professional Virtual Assistant

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Sunkara Tarun

Hyderabad, India

Dedicated Virtual Assistant & Copywriter

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Courtney Coalson

Tennessee, United States

Efficient Virtual Business Manager

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Oliver James Chavez

Metro Manila, Philippines

Tech-savvy Virtual Assistant and IT Specialist

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Jeff Clarence Santos

Philippines

VIRTUAL ASSISTANT | Social Media Manager I CSR

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Oneiki Clayton

Jamaica

Efficient Virtual Assistant & Admin Support

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Charlie- Jane Alchin

Australia

Efficient Virtual Assistant & Social Media Guru

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Gina Cook-Ross

Bellevue, United States

Certified HR & Administrative Pro

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Bryan Dale Gales

Cagayan de Oro, Philippines

Virtual Assistant | Graphic Designer | TechSupport

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Jacob A

London, United Kingdom

AI Developer | AI Chatbots & Automations | ChatGPT

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Nga Tran

Vietnam

Technical Support - Customer Service

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Mariana Fantini

Brazil

Full-stack Software Engineer

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Uduak Ekang

Nigeria

Results-Driven Virtual Assistant & Admin Pro

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Lemisse Al-Baggou

United Kingdom

Interior Architect and Designer

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Gheorghita Denis

Romania

Full Stack developer, ready to create

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Andrew Suter-Morris

Denver, United States

Lead AI & Backend Engineer

Common projects for Virtual Assistants

Email management and scheduling

Social media management and content creation

Administrative support, including data entry and bookkeeping

Customer service support

Market research and competitor analysis

Event planning and coordination

Tips for working with and hiring Virtual Assistants

Clarify your needs

Before hiring a Virtual Assistant, outline the tasks you need help with and the skills required to accomplish them. This can range from administrative tasks like email management and scheduling to specialized tasks like social media management or content creation.

Choose the right skill set

Review the Virtual Assistant's skills and experience to ensure they align with your needs. A good Virtual Assistant should have strong organizational, communication, and technical skills.

Communicate regularly

Regular communication is essential for a successful working relationship. Make sure your Virtual Assistant is responsive, open to feedback, and proactive in providing updates. Use Contra's platform for all your communication needs.

Set clear expectations

Be clear about your expectations regarding deadlines, workload, and project outcomes. A well-defined job scope will help your Virtual Assistant understand their responsibilities and deliver quality work.

How to hire Virtual Assistants

Define your needs

Start by identifying the tasks you need help with and the skills required to accomplish them. This will help you find a Virtual Assistant who is well-suited for your needs.

Post a detailed job

Posting a detailed job on Contra will attract the right Virtual Assistants. Include information about the tasks, required skills, and your expectations regarding communication and deadlines.

Review applications

Review the applications and profiles of the Virtual Assistants. Look at their skills, experience, and reviews from previous clients. This will give you an idea of their capabilities and reliability.

Conduct interviews

Interview the shortlisted candidates to assess their skills, understand their work style, and make sure they are a good fit for your needs.

Set clear expectations

Once you have chosen a Virtual Assistant, set clear expectations about the tasks, deadlines, and payment terms. This will help avoid misunderstandings and ensure a smooth working relationship.

3 questions to ask when interviewing Virtual Assistants

1. What kind of tasks have you handled as a Virtual Assistant in the past?

2. Can you describe a situation where you had to handle multiple tasks at once? How did you prioritize and manage your time?

3. What tools and software are you familiar with that assist you in your work as a Virtual Assistant?

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Frequently asked
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A freelance Virtual Assistant provides administrative, technical, or creative assistance to clients remotely. They handle tasks such as email management, scheduling, social media management, data entry, customer service, and more.

A freelance Virtual Assistant provides administrative, technical, or creative assistance to clients remotely. They handle tasks such as email management, scheduling, social media management, data entry, customer service, and more.

Hiring a Virtual Assistant on Contra gives you access to talented professionals who can help streamline your processes and increase productivity. With Contra, you can review their profiles, collaborate efficiently, and manage contracts and payments in one place.

Virtual Assistants use a variety of tools depending on the tasks. Common tools include email and calendar applications, project management tools like Trello or Asana, communication platforms like Slack or Zoom, and various software for specific tasks.

You can post a job detailing your needs on Contra. Virtual Assistants who match your requirements can then apply for the job. You can also browse through the profiles of Virtual Assistants and invite those you are interested in to apply.

Virtual Assistants can handle a wide array of tasks, from general administrative duties like email management and scheduling to more specialized tasks like social media management, content creation, customer service, and more.

The cost of hiring a Virtual Assistant on Contra typically ranges from $25 to $35 per hour, depending on their experience and the complexity of the tasks.

Freelance Virtual Assistants are paid commission-free on Contra. They may charge per project, per hour, or per milestone. Virtual Assistants get paid for the work they produce for their clients. Clients must pay a minimum of $250 or $25 an hour to post an opportunity on Contra.

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