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A virtual assistant can be a game-changer for busy professionals in today’s ever-connected world. A virtual assistant can take on many tasks that would normally eat into your valuable time, freeing you up to focus on the things that matter most to you.

However, as with any relationship, getting the most out of your virtual assistant requires effective communication and a clear understanding of each other’s strengths and weaknesses. By taking the time to cultivate a good working relationship with your virtual assistant, you can maximize their potential and get the most out of their time. Here are some tips on how to make the most of your virtual assistant’s time:

1. Define the Scope of Your Virtual Assistant’s Role

Before you start working with your virtual assistant, you must clearly understand what they will be doing for you. This means taking the time to sit down and discuss your specific needs and expectations. Once you have a clear idea of your virtual assistant’s tasks, you can better utilize their time and talents.

2. Communicate Clearly and Often

Effective communication is key to any successful relationship, including your relationship with your virtual assistant. Be clear and concise in your communications, and make sure to keep your virtual assistant updated on any changes or new tasks that come up. By staying in close communication, you can avoid misunderstandings and ensure that your virtual assistant is always on the same page.

3. Be Flexible with Your Schedule

It’s important to remember that your virtual assistant is not always available on demand. Depending on the type of tasks they are responsible for, you may need to adjust your schedule or deadlines to accommodate their availability. Flexibility with scheduling can help ensure a productive and successful relationship with your virtual assistant. 

4. Provide Clear Instructions

When assigning tasks to your virtual assistant, provide clear instructions and expectations. This will help ensure that your virtual assistant understands exactly what you need and can complete the task correctly and efficiently. If possible, provide examples or step-by-step instructions to ensure your virtual assistant can follow your instructions correctly.

5. Set Clear Expectations

Setting clear expectations for your virtual assistant from the start is important. Discuss deadlines, communication protocols, and other expectations with your virtual assistant so that both parties are on the same page. Setting clear expectations will help ensure that your virtual assistant can meet your needs promptly and efficiently.

6. Offer Feedback and Support

Offering feedback and support to your virtual assistant can help them complete tasks to the best of their ability. Additionally, providing positive feedback and encouragement can help build trust and rapport between you and your virtual assistant.

7. Be Respectful

It’s important to remember that your virtual assistant is a professional and should be treated with respect. Use polite language and be mindful of their time and efforts. Showing respect and appreciation to your virtual assistant can go a long way in strengthening your relationship and ensuring that they can provide you with the best possible service.

Conclusion

A virtual assistant can be a great asset to any business, big or small. By taking the time to understand your business needs and delegating tasks accordingly, you can make the most of your virtual assistant’s time – and free up your time to focus on other important tasks.

We at VASupportNow offer virtual assistant solutions to make it easier for you to manage your business. By working with us, you can easily grow and scale your business. Get in touch with us at VASupportnow to get your own virtual assistant today.

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CLIENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

This Service Agreement (the “Agreement”) by and between (the “Client”) and VA Support Now (the “Service Provider”) also individually referred to as the “Party”, and collectively the “Parties”.

Services

The Service Provider shall perform the services agreed upon during the onboarding meeting.

Compensation

The Client hereby agrees to compensate the Service Provider at the rate of $7.50 per hour for the Services provided, with a minimum of four (4) hours and a maximum of eight (8) hours of Services per day. Payment for said Services shall be made in accordance with the schedule outlined in this agreement.

Expenses

The Client agrees to reimburse the Service Provider for all expenses incurred as a result of performing the Services. The Service Provider agrees to submit all expenses to the Customer for approval prior to incurring the expense. All expenses must be approved in writing. The Customer will not be liable to reimburse the Service Provider for any expense(s) that was not pre-approved.

Payment

“The Service Provider shall issue invoices to the Client at intervals of ten (10) days. The Client shall make payment of all invoices within a period of two (2) days from the date of invoice.

In the event of any late payment by the Client, a late fee of five percent (5%) of the outstanding amount shall be imposed and accrue weekly until full payment is received.

The term of this Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date, agreed by both parties, and continue for days set by both parties, unless otherwise terminated per the terms of this Agreement.

Termination

Either Party may terminate the Agreement at any time upon 48 hours prior written notice to the other Party. In the event the Customer terminates the Agreement, the Customer shall still remain obligated to pay the Service Provider for any Services performed up to the date of termination and any expenses approved, but not paid, prior to the date of termination.

In the event the Service Provider terminates the Agreement, the Service Provider shall reimburse the Customer any amounts previously paid to the Service Provider for which the Service Provider has not yet performed the Services.

This Agreement will automatically terminate when both Parties have performed all of their obligations under the Agreement and all payments have been received.

Relationship of the Parties.

  • No Exclusivity
    • The Parties understand this Agreement is not an exclusive arrangement. The Parties agree they are free to enter into other similar agreements with other parties. The Service Provider agrees the Service Provider will not enter into any agreements that conflict with the Service Provider’s obligations under this Agreement.
  • Independent Contractor.
    • The Service Provider is an independent contractor. Neither Party is an agent, representative, partner, or employee of the other Party.
  • Non Solicitation.
    • The Client agrees not to engage or solicit, either directly or indirectly, the services of the Contractor for any work without providing prior written notice to the Company and paying the applicable Placement Fee.
  • The Parties hereto agree that this Agreement shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of California and/or United States of America, in which the obligations under this Agreement are to be performed. In the event that the obligations hereunder are to be performed in multiple states or countries, the Parties agree that this Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of California”.

Confidentiality

  • The Parties agree to keep this Agreement confidential except as required by law or the party’s consent.
  • This Agreement constitutes the Parties entire understanding of their rights and obligations. This Agreement supersedes any other written or verbal communications between the Parties. Any subsequent changes to this Agreement must be made in writing and signed by both Parties.

Payment

The client authorizes VA SUPPORT NOW to initiate variable entries to the account described above for any amounts owed by Client to VA SUPPORT NOW related to the services provided under the Client Services Agreement, including but not limited to: hourly fees, late fees, start up fees, and any other fees applicable to the Agreement and services provided thereunder.

This authority is to remain in full force and effect until VA SUPPORT NOW has received 10 days written notification of cancellation from Client of the termination of the Agreement and this authorization. If the Client fails provide written notification to VA SUPPORT NOW within the time period set for herein and in the Agreement, VA SUPPORT NOW shall be permitted to charge the credit card above for any/all outstanding fees and costs

CLIENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

This Service Agreement (the “Agreement”) by and between (the “Client”) and VA Support Now (the “Service Provider”) also individually referred to as the “Party”, and collectively the “Parties”.

Services

The Service Provider shall perform the services agreed upon during the onboarding meeting.

Compensation

The Client hereby agrees to compensate the Service Provider at the rate of $8.49 per hour for the Services provided, with a minimum of four (4) hours and a maximum of eight (8) hours of Services per day. Payment for said Services shall be made in accordance with the schedule outlined in this agreement.

Expenses

The Client agrees to reimburse the Service Provider for all expenses incurred as a result of performing the Services. The Service Provider agrees to submit all expenses to the Customer for approval prior to incurring the expense. All expenses must be approved in writing. The Customer will not be liable to reimburse the Service Provider for any expense(s) that was not pre-approved.

Payment

The Service Provider shall issue invoices to the Client at intervals of ten (10) days. The Client shall make payment of all invoices within a period of two (2) days from the date of invoice.

In the event of any late payment by the Client, a late fee of five percent (5%) of the outstanding amount shall be imposed and accrue weekly until full payment is received.

The term of this Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date, agreed by both parties, and continue for days set by both parties, unless otherwise terminated per the terms of this Agreement.

Termination

Either Party may terminate the Agreement at any time upon 7 days prior written notice to the other Party. In the event the Customer terminates the Agreement, the Customer shall still remain obligated to pay the Service Provider for any Services performed up to the date of termination and any expenses approved, but not paid, prior to the date of termination.

In the event the Service Provider terminates the Agreement, the Service Provider shall reimburse the Customer any amounts previously paid to the Service Provider for which the Service Provider has not yet performed the Services.

This Agreement will automatically terminate when both Parties have performed all of their obligations under the Agreement and all payments have been received.

Relationship of the Parties

  • No Exclusivity
    • The Parties understand this Agreement is not an exclusive arrangement. The Parties agree they are free to enter into other similar agreements with other parties. The Service Provider agrees the Service Provider will not enter into any agreements that conflict with the Service Provider’s obligations under this Agreement.
  • Independent Contractor.
    • The Service Provider is an independent contractor. Neither Party is an agent, representative, partner, or employee of the other Party.
  • Non Solicitation.
    • The Client agrees not to engage or solicit, either directly or indirectly, the services of the Contractor for any work without providing prior written notice to the Company and paying the applicable Placement Fee.
  • The Parties hereto agree that this Agreement shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of California and/or United States of America, in which the obligations under this Agreement are to be performed. In the event that the obligations hereunder are to be performed in multiple states or countries, the Parties agree that this Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of California”.

Confidentiality

  • The Parties agree to keep this Agreement confidential except as required by law or the party’s consent.
  • This Agreement constitutes the Parties entire understanding of their rights and obligations. This Agreement supersedes any other written or verbal communications between the Parties. Any subsequent changes to this Agreement must be made in writing and signed by both Parties.

Billing

The client authorizes VA SUPPORT NOW to initiate variable entries to the account described above for any amounts owed by Client to VA SUPPORT NOW related to the services provided under the Client Services Agreement, including but not limited to: hourly fees, late fees, start up fees, and any other fees applicable to the Agreement and services provided thereunder.

This authority is to remain in full force and effect until VA SUPPORT NOW has received 10 days written notification of cancellation from Client of the termination of the Agreement and this authorization. If the Client fails provide written notification to VA SUPPORT NOW within the time period set for herein and in the Agreement, VA SUPPORT NOW shall be permitted to charge the credit card above for any/all outstanding fees and costs

CLIENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

This Service Agreement (the “Agreement”) by and between (the “Client”) and VA Support Now (the “Service Provider”) also individually referred to as the “Party”, and collectively the “Parties”.

Services

The Service Provider shall perform the services agreed upon during the onboarding meeting.

Compensation

The Client hereby agrees to compensate the Service Provider at the rate of $8.99 per hour for the Services provided, with a minimum of four (4) hours and a maximum of eight (8) hours of Services per day. Payment for said Services shall be made in accordance with the schedule outlined in this agreement.

Expenses

The Client agrees to reimburse the Service Provider for all expenses incurred as a result of performing the Services. The Service Provider agrees to submit all expenses to the Customer for approval prior to incurring the expense. All expenses must be approved in writing. The Customer will not be liable to reimburse the Service Provider for any expense(s) that was not pre-approved.

Payment

The Service Provider shall issue invoices to the Client at intervals of ten (10) days. The Client shall make payment of all invoices within a period of two (2) days from the date of invoice.

In the event of any late payment by the Client, a late fee of five percent (5%) of the outstanding amount shall be imposed and accrue weekly until full payment is received.

The term of this Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date, agreed by both parties, and continue for days set by both parties, unless otherwise terminated per the terms of this Agreement.

Termination

Either Party may terminate the Agreement at any time upon 7 days prior written notice to the other Party. In the event the Customer terminates the Agreement, the Customer shall still remain obligated to pay the Service Provider for any Services performed up to the date of termination and any expenses approved, but not paid, prior to the date of termination.

In the event the Service Provider terminates the Agreement, the Service Provider shall reimburse the Customer any amounts previously paid to the Service Provider for which the Service Provider has not yet performed the Services.

This Agreement will automatically terminate when both Parties have performed all of their obligations under the Agreement and all payments have been received.

Relationship of the Parties

  • No Exclusivity
    • The Parties understand this Agreement is not an exclusive arrangement. The Parties agree they are free to enter into other similar agreements with other parties. The Service Provider agrees the Service Provider will not enter into any agreements that conflict with the Service Provider’s obligations under this Agreement.
  • Independent Contractor.
    • The Service Provider is an independent contractor. Neither Party is an agent, representative, partner, or employee of the other Party.
  • Non Solicitation.
    • The Client agrees not to engage or solicit, either directly or indirectly, the services of the Contractor for any work without providing prior written notice to the Company and paying the applicable Placement Fee.
  • The Parties hereto agree that this Agreement shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of California and/or United States of America, in which the obligations under this Agreement are to be performed. In the event that the obligations hereunder are to be performed in multiple states or countries, the Parties agree that this Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of California”.

Confidentiality

  • The Parties agree to keep this Agreement confidential except as required by law or the party’s consent.
  • This Agreement constitutes the Parties entire understanding of their rights and obligations. This Agreement supersedes any other written or verbal communications between the Parties. Any subsequent changes to this Agreement must be made in writing and signed by both Parties.

Billing

The client authorizes VA SUPPORT NOW to initiate variable entries to the account described above for any amounts owed by Client to VA SUPPORT NOW related to the services provided under the Client Services Agreement, including but not limited to: hourly fees, late fees, start up fees, and any other fees applicable to the Agreement and services provided thereunder.

This authority is to remain in full force and effect until VA SUPPORT NOW has received 10 days written notification of cancellation from Client of the termination of the Agreement and this authorization. If the Client fails provide written notification to VA SUPPORT NOW within the time period set for herein and in the Agreement, VA SUPPORT NOW shall be permitted to charge the credit card above for any/all outstanding fees and costs

CLIENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

This Service Agreement (the “Agreement”) by and between (the “Client”) and VA Support Now (the “Service Provider”) also individually referred to as the “Party”, and collectively the “Parties”.

Services

The Service Provider shall perform the services agreed upon during the onboarding meeting.

Compensation

The Client hereby agrees to compensate the Service Provider at the rate of $9.99 per hour for the Services provided, with a minimum of four (4) hours and a maximum of eight (8) hours of Services per day. Payment for said Services shall be made in accordance with the schedule outlined in this agreement.

Expenses

The Client agrees to reimburse the Service Provider for all expenses incurred as a result of performing the Services. The Service Provider agrees to submit all expenses to the Customer for approval prior to incurring the expense. All expenses must be approved in writing. The Customer will not be liable to reimburse the Service Provider for any expense(s) that was not pre-approved.

Payment

The Service Provider shall issue invoices to the Client at intervals of ten (10) days. The Client shall make payment of all invoices within a period of two (2) days from the date of invoice.

In the event of any late payment by the Client, a late fee of five percent (5%) of the outstanding amount shall be imposed and accrue weekly until full payment is received.

The term of this Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date, agreed by both parties, and continue for days set by both parties, unless otherwise terminated per the terms of this Agreement.

Termination

Either Party may terminate the Agreement at any time upon 7 days prior written notice to the other Party. In the event the Customer terminates the Agreement, the Customer shall still remain obligated to pay the Service Provider for any Services performed up to the date of termination and any expenses approved, but not paid, prior to the date of termination.

In the event the Service Provider terminates the Agreement, the Service Provider shall reimburse the Customer any amounts previously paid to the Service Provider for which the Service Provider has not yet performed the Services.

This Agreement will automatically terminate when both Parties have performed all of their obligations under the Agreement and all payments have been received.

Relationship of the Parties

  • No Exclusivity
    • The Parties understand this Agreement is not an exclusive arrangement. The Parties agree they are free to enter into other similar agreements with other parties. The Service Provider agrees the Service Provider will not enter into any agreements that conflict with the Service Provider’s obligations under this Agreement.
  • Independent Contractor.
    • The Service Provider is an independent contractor. Neither Party is an agent, representative, partner, or employee of the other Party.
  • Non Solicitation.
    • The Client agrees not to engage or solicit, either directly or indirectly, the services of the Contractor for any work without providing prior written notice to the Company and paying the applicable Placement Fee.
  • The Parties hereto agree that this Agreement shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of California and/or United States of America, in which the obligations under this Agreement are to be performed. In the event that the obligations hereunder are to be performed in multiple states or countries, the Parties agree that this Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of California”.

Confidentiality

  • The Parties agree to keep this Agreement confidential except as required by law or the party’s consent.
  • This Agreement constitutes the Parties entire understanding of their rights and obligations. This Agreement supersedes any other written or verbal communications between the Parties. Any subsequent changes to this Agreement must be made in writing and signed by both Parties.

Billing

The client authorizes VA SUPPORT NOW to initiate variable entries to the account described above for any amounts owed by Client to VA SUPPORT NOW related to the services provided under the Client Services Agreement, including but not limited to: hourly fees, late fees, start up fees, and any other fees applicable to the Agreement and services provided thereunder.

This authority is to remain in full force and effect until VA SUPPORT NOW has received 10 days written notification of cancellation from Client of the termination of the Agreement and this authorization. If the Client fails provide written notification to VA SUPPORT NOW within the time period set for herein and in the Agreement, VA SUPPORT NOW shall be permitted to charge the credit card above for any/all outstanding fees and costs

CLIENT SERVICES AGREEMENT

This Service Agreement (the “Agreement”) by and between (the “Client”) and VA Support Now (the “Service Provider”) also individually referred to as the “Party”, and collectively the “Parties”.

Services

The Service Provider shall perform the services agreed upon during the onboarding meeting.

Compensation

The Client hereby agrees to compensate the Service Provider at the rate of $7.99 per hour for the Services provided, with a minimum of four (4) hours and a maximum of eight (8) hours of Services per day. Payment for said Services shall be made in accordance with the schedule outlined in this agreement.

Expenses

The Client agrees to reimburse the Service Provider for all expenses incurred as a result of performing the Services. The Service Provider agrees to submit all expenses to the Customer for approval prior to incurring the expense. All expenses must be approved in writing. The Customer will not be liable to reimburse the Service Provider for any expense(s) that was not pre-approved.

Payment

“The Service Provider shall issue invoices to the Client at intervals of ten (10) days. The Client shall make payment of all invoices within a period of two (2) days from the date of invoice.

In the event of any late payment by the Client, a late fee of five percent (5%) of the outstanding amount shall be imposed and accrue weekly until full payment is received.

The term of this Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date, agreed by both parties, and continue for days set by both parties, unless otherwise terminated per the terms of this Agreement.

Termination

Either Party may terminate the Agreement at any time upon 7 days prior written notice to the other Party. In the event the Customer terminates the Agreement, the Customer shall still remain obligated to pay the Service Provider for any Services performed up to the date of termination and any expenses approved, but not paid, prior to the date of termination.

In the event the Service Provider terminates the Agreement, the Service Provider shall reimburse the Customer any amounts previously paid to the Service Provider for which the Service Provider has not yet performed the Services.

This Agreement will automatically terminate when both Parties have performed all of their obligations under the Agreement and all payments have been received.

Relationship of the Parties.

  • No Exclusivity
    • The Parties understand this Agreement is not an exclusive arrangement. The Parties agree they are free to enter into other similar agreements with other parties. The Service Provider agrees the Service Provider will not enter into any agreements that conflict with the Service Provider’s obligations under this Agreement.
  • Independent Contractor.
    • The Service Provider is an independent contractor. Neither Party is an agent, representative, partner, or employee of the other Party.
  • Non Solicitation.
    • The Client agrees not to engage or solicit, either directly or indirectly, the services of the Contractor for any work without providing prior written notice to the Company and paying the applicable Placement Fee.
  • The Parties hereto agree that this Agreement shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of California and/or United States of America, in which the obligations under this Agreement are to be performed. In the event that the obligations hereunder are to be performed in multiple states or countries, the Parties agree that this Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of California”.

Confidentiality

  • The Parties agree to keep this Agreement confidential except as required by law or the party’s consent.
  • This Agreement constitutes the Parties entire understanding of their rights and obligations. This Agreement supersedes any other written or verbal communications between the Parties. Any subsequent changes to this Agreement must be made in writing and signed by both Parties.

Payment

The client authorizes VA SUPPORT NOW to initiate variable entries to the account described above for any amounts owed by Client to VA SUPPORT NOW related to the services provided under the Client Services Agreement, including but not limited to: hourly fees, late fees, start up fees, and any other fees applicable to the Agreement and services provided thereunder.

This authority is to remain in full force and effect until VA SUPPORT NOW has received 10 days written notification of cancellation from Client of the termination of the Agreement and this authorization. If the Client fails provide written notification to VA SUPPORT NOW within the time period set for herein and in the Agreement, VA SUPPORT NOW shall be permitted to charge the credit card above for any/all outstanding fees and costs