Virtual Buzz Assistant

I have been searching for good software that would help collaboration and manage projects with Virtual Assistants.

I know that there are a lot of good project management software products out there.  But what about having people assigned and approved for particular tasks?

I am very surprised there is not something out there.  Maybe the bigger agencies all build their own virtual assistant management software and no one has it that you can buy.  I did see one software solution that is OK, but really is very expensive for a solution that is not as extensive as it could be.

Here is what I would like to see in Virtual Assistant Management Software:

1. Manage 1099
2. Integrate certification and training for tasks
3. Virtual Assistants can update availability, specializations, hours, tasks
4. Clients prepay for hours to activate activities
5. Automatic monthly satisfaction surveys

There is more I would like, but you get the idea.  I know I could put together several products and get very good results.  But I would prefer one system that helps people manage virtual assistant teams with good virtual workforce management software.

If anyone knows of something like this, please leave a comment below.  Thanks

Virtual assistance with Internet Marketing just makes sense.  Can you get any more virtual than Internet Marketing?

First, how do you request virtual assistance that will be effective?

1. Begin with a limited request.  Don’t make a long term commitment until you have tested out the virtual assistance quality of service.
2. Do not pay a fee to make your request.  There are lots of places to request access for virtual assistance.  For example, here at the virtual Buzz Assistant network you can post your request for free and work directly with the service provider of your choice.
3. Clearly define the assistance you need.  The advantage of working with a virtual assistant is that it is MUCH cheaper than hiring a marketing firm.  But you have to know what you want as far as virtual assistance goes.  The more clear you are on the marketing tasks, the more effective you can be with assessing the value you are getting back.
4. Hire someone that can provide virtual assistance that has the background to help you succeed.  Our virtual assistants get Internet Marketing training in the network, so they can be of the highest value to you.
5. Respect your service provider.  Do not ask for unreasonable things.  They need to make a living too, and if they turn out to give you great assistance, you do not want them to go get a job because the pay was too low.  Find something that works for both of you.

The advantages of virtual assistance are:

• lower cost
• short term commitment
• no equipment, utilities, benefits
• contractors that want to keep you as a client
• less administration

Seeking virtual assistance with Internet marketing, as well as many other business activities will help you keep costs low and build relationships that are more valuable and better focused on outcomes.