Find answers to common questions about Own Virtual Assistant and our services.
A virtual assistant (VA) handles administrative, technical, or creative tasks for your business from a remote location. This can include:
The specific tasks depend on your industry, business needs, and the service plan you choose.
Great question! Here are the key differences:
| Factor | Own VA | In-House |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | $399-$899/mo | $3,000-5,000+/mo |
| Overhead | Minimal | Office space, equipment, benefits |
| Flexibility | Easy to scale up/down | Difficult to adjust quickly |
| Management | We handle everything | You manage directly |
| Replacement | Guaranteed replacement | Your responsibility |
We follow a thorough matching process:
Our assistant network spans multiple countries, giving us access to talented professionals worldwide. We carefully select assistants based on their qualifications, communication skills, and reliability regardless of location.
Benefits of this global approach:
All our assistants communicate fluently in English and are trained in professionalism and client service standards.
We support multiple communication channels for your convenience:
We provide onboarding support to set up all communication tools and preferences. Most clients find that Slack + email works best for daily communication.
We can absolutely accommodate specific scheduling needs. During your consultation, let us know your preferred working hours.
Options include:
We match you with an assistant whose natural schedule aligns with your needs for seamless collaboration.
Security and confidentiality are our top priorities. Here's how we protect your data:
We stand behind our service with a 30-day satisfaction guarantee. If you're not completely satisfied:
That said, most mismatches can be resolved through adjusting tasks, communication style, or workflow. Our team will work with you to optimize the relationship before considering a replacement.
Getting started is simple and takes just 3 steps:
The entire process typically takes 1-2 weeks from initial consultation to your assistant being fully productive.
Yes! We're confident you'll love our service, so we offer flexible trial options:
During your trial, your assistant will:
If you love the service after your trial, you simply begin paying on your chosen plan. If not, there's no charge and no commitment.