Episode 41 · With Madeline Hornung
What You Should Know Before Hiring Your First Virtual Assistant with Madeline Hornung from Madsavvy VA
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About this episode
We hear all the time that we need to hire support as our business grows, but where do you start? I ask Madeline Hornung from Madsavvy VA what a virtual assistant does, how to find the right fit and which questions to ask, and how much you should budget. She also covers why knowing what you're looking for matters before you start the search, and the red flags to watch for.
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EP 41: What You Should Know Before Hiring Your First Virtual Assistant with Madeline Hornung from Madsavvy VA
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What you'll learn
- What is a virtual assistant and what exactly do they do.
- How do you find a virtual assistant that is right for you - and what questions should you ask when you’re looking for the right fit.
- The importance of knowing what you’re looking for before you go on the VA search.
- How much do virtual assistants cost and how much should you budget to spend?
- What are some red flags you should be on the look out for when you hire your first virtual assistant.
We hear all the time that we need to think about hiring support or outsourcing as our business grows - but when the time comes to do that, where do we start? I asked Madeline from Madsavvy VA all these questions and more!
About Madeline Hornung
Madeline helps female entrepreneurs across the U.S who struggle with project management, organisation, and support for day-to-day technical operations. Through her virtual assistant agency, she create and implement systems, automations and organisational tools so her clients can maximise their time and level up in their business. She is also a born and raised San Diego gal, mama to an almost 2 year old Jackson and is obsessed with Mexican food, equestrian and the Seattle Seahawks!
Instagram: @madsavvyva
Website: Madsavvy VA
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