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How to find, test and hire a remote assistant you will keep.

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When to hire your second virtual assistant

Signs it is time to hire a second virtual assistant, how to split work between two people and how to add the hire without slowing the first one down.

October 30, 2026 · 5 min read
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Paid test tasks for virtual assistant candidates

How to design fair paid test tasks for virtual assistant candidates, with examples by role and a simple way to score results so you hire the right person.

October 15, 2026 · 5 min read
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Red flags when hiring a virtual assistant or an agency

The warning signs to watch for when hiring a virtual assistant or a VA agency, from vague pricing to shared logins, and what to ask instead.

October 15, 2026 · 6 min read
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How to hire a virtual assistant, step by step

A practical step by step guide to hiring a virtual assistant, from listing tasks and writing the role to paid tests, onboarding and the first ninety days.

October 14, 2026 · 5 min read
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Virtual assistant interview questions that reveal how people work

Interview questions that reveal how a virtual assistant really works, grouped by skill, with what strong answers sound like and red flags to note.

October 14, 2026 · 5 min read
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How to write a virtual assistant job description that attracts the right person

A virtual assistant job description template you can copy, with guidance on each section so you attract focused candidates and filter out poor fits early.

October 14, 2026 · 5 min read
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Your virtual assistant isn't working out. Here is how to switch without losing a week

Signs it is time to replace your virtual assistant, how to hand over work in progress and what to look for so the next hire sticks.

October 5, 2026 · 4 min read

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