Interviewing Techniques & Job Description Templates

As businesses increasingly turn to remote staffing solutions, interviewing virtual assistant (VA) candidates has become a crucial skill. Hiring the right VA can streamline your operations and boost productivity. But what should you ask during an interview to ensure you find the perfect fit? Why Hiring a Virtual Assistant Matters Remote work is on the…

If you’ve only ever functioned as a solopreneur, bringing on a Virtual Assistant can feel scary. How will you find the right fit and feel confident that they will add value to your organization? First, trust yourself. You’ve brought your business this far by making sound decisions, and hiring a Virtual Assistant will be yet…

One of the most critical parts of hiring begins before you interview your first candidate — writing the job description. Your description determines what type of candidates you attract, so it’s not something you want to treat as an afterthought. It also helps you weed out unqualified candidates before you invest time in vetting and…

In today’s job market, it’s not enough for recruiters to simply post job openings and wait for candidates to apply. They need to be actively involved in the recruiting process, which includes honing their interviewing skills. Recruiters need to know how to assess candidate profiles before and during each interview. By asking the right questions…

*** Please refer to our updated 2020 version of this blog here*** Beginner’s Guide to Interviewing a Virtual Assistant When hiring a virtual assistant (VA), conducting a preliminary interview is very important. Interviewing a prospective worker lets you know what that applicant is capable of and verify that he or she is indeed the right…