267: Find a Strategic Virtual Assistant and Hire the Right Team with The Entrepreneur’s Secret Weapon Tracey Osborne

Tracey Osborne says that you should know what you want, be open to learning, and find that perfect virtual assistant to leverage your time and scale your business.

She tells us how to hire slow and fire fast, and makes us aware of the possibilities that come from hiring a "VA"... for example, her team of virtual assistants can organize entire telesummits for you, run podcasts, publish newsletters, create your funnels, and more.

Quotes:                                                                                                                                   

“There are two types of virtual assistants: those that just do the tasks you assign to them, and those that actually think, strategize, and understand the big picture.” – Tracey Osborne

“If I was going to be a success and make it in this business, I had better get my act together and get organized.” – Tracey Osborne

“Hire slow, fire fast. If after 2–3–4 weeks you can tell it's just not a good fit, cut them loose.” – Tracey Osborne

Takeaways:

01:01 Not all virtual assistants are created equal - some offer strategic thinking beyond basic task completion.

06:30 When hiring a virtual assistant, create a detailed "virtual assistant avatar" with specific qualifications and expectations.

16:03 Paying a higher hourly rate for an experienced VA can save money in the long run by reducing mistakes and increasing efficiency.

20:50 Proper project management and organization are critical for successful virtual assistant work.

23:50 Virtual assistants can provide comprehensive business support, from technical tasks to strategic planning.

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