A very common concern among business people who are contemplating on virtually doing the business is how monitoring will be done. Being able to instill trust and commitment is also a vital issue.
One way of dealing with the problem is to get a software that will allow you to check your Virtual Assistant’s progress from time to time (i.e Time Doctor, Team Viewer, etc) The internet is abundant with these applications if you care to look for one. You can also design a reporting process that must be adhered religiously by the VA.
Another way of managing VAs is through the assistance of online companies that provides this service. These are professional companies that have extensive experiences and comprehensive guidelines on how to hire a VA. They normally have a pool of pre-selected individuals that you could choose from to fit your requirement.
They can ease the hiring process as they already have an existing contracts and step-by-step process that will assist you in selecting the best person for the job. And since it is their job to ensure that the VAs they provide is delivering results in accordance to your needs, they institute a check and balance system that make sure of it.
Finally, communication is the key in building a lasting relationship with VAs. The idea is to work hand in hand with constant follow-up and feedback system. It is important that all tasks and instructions are practical, doable and will be relayed accurately.