How Much Money Can You Save With a Real Estate Virtual Assistant?
Are you tired of repetitive tasks? You cannot handle admin work? You do not enjoy technical tasks? Or you want to focus on more important business tasks?
There is no formula for success, but there is a method of failure and that is trying to do everything yourself. I have changed the original quote, but my statement expresses my sentiments for those people who do not manage their energy. As a business owner, your thoughts and energy should be spent on the most important tasks, but most of us are working to the levels of exhaustion.
What is the solution? Free up some time. Delegate your tasks to a professional who understands your requirements and who can achieve goals promptly. Let’s suppose, your business brings $80,000 in revenue, and you are working 50 hours a week.
Seriously, 50 hours a week?
Yes, many entrepreneurs and business owners work more than 40-hours per week. We are always working and thinking about our business.
Let’s see if you can earn the same amount with 20 hours of work. Yes, you can cut 30 hours of routine work, assign it to someone who can do it quickly and efficiently and focus on critical business objectives. According to the Pareto rule, 80% of your income will come from 20% of critical business tasks. Focus on the top 20% and delegate the remaining 80% to your team of virtual assistants.
How do you find an honest, dedicated and competent person? Go to any online platform, write a detailed job post and interview a few individuals. These people work remotely; they are professionally trained, and they do the job with minimum supervision. Many online job platforms make it easier to hire freelance virtual assistants. You can pay them once the work quality has been verified.
So, how do you save money by hiring a Virtual Assistant?
1. Only Pay When the Work is Required
Small business enterprises often struggle with cash flow. Most small business owners cannot afford to hire a regular employee with all job benefits. They must outsource the task to a professional without any long-term commitment. If you have a 10-hour job, hire a person for 10 hours and pay only for 10 hours. No need to go through training sessions, meetings and hiring for months.
2. It is cost-effective
Let’s say the person charges $6/hour and they will work for 40 hours in a month. Compare that to your hourly rate. If you are making $40/hour, does it make sense to spend your time at a $6/hour task? Many business organizations reject the idea of outsourcing because it seems expensive.
Do some mathematics and you’ll know that outsourcing is the right way.
Time is the new currency. Free up your time and enjoy the digital lifestyle. Outsourcing lets you utilize your time in a better way. It is not expensive. It will only reduce your workload, and it will bring new revenue sources for your business.
3. No-Training
Virtual assistants come with their unique skillset. They are professionally trained people. They provide comprehensive solutions for your problems. Plus, they use their resources. No need to buy a computer or office space. Your assistant will manage your real estate business remotely.
What can you accomplish with a real estate virtual assistant?
Your virtual assistant can help you with any task that can be performed virtually. The typical responsibilities include admin work, marketing support, customer services, sales support, listing management, and digital marketing services.
Online Platforms To Find Reliable Virtual Assistants
You can find virtual assistants on websites like Guru.com, Upwork.com, and Freelancer.com. Upwork can help you with contract management and hourly payments. The other two websites are more suitable for fixed-price projects. Virtual assistants can be found on any website that offers freelancing services. Such websites include Fiverr.com and Peopleperhour.com.