Did you know that a recent study found employees are only productive for 53% of their workday? This means you might be paying full-time rates for part-time outcomes. This is where Australian Virtual Assistants (VAs) come in as an excellent choice.

Virtual Assistants are a fantastic addition to any team. They focus exclusively on your projects without the typical interruptions that in-office or work-from-home employees face, making them highly productive in a shorter amount of time. Additionally, they are extremely cost-efficient since you only pay for the time your VA works on your tasks.

Engaging a Virtual Assistant (VA) can be a highly efficient and financially sound decision for your business. While the allure of securing an overseas VA for under $10 an hour may be tempting, it's crucial to consider the potential risks involved.

Outsourcing business information overseas can jeopardise the confidentiality of your data, intellectual property, and control over your applications and platforms. Sharing passwords and providing access to sensitive information increases these risks. The consequences can be severe, including substantial costs associated with resolving control issues, recovering stolen intellectual property, and repairing your business' reputation.

Consider a real-life scenario: a recent client approached me after experiencing a significant revenue decline over 18 months. She initially outsourced overseas to save $45,000 in local employee or Australian VA expenses. Unfortunately, her overseas VA hijacked her web enquiries and replicated her work at a much lower cost, effectively stealing her clients. This misstep ultimately cost her over $70,000 to regain control of her business from a country with different legal protections.

The lesson here is clear: stick to Aussie VAs. By doing so, you benefit from the protection of state and federal laws and maintain control over your business operations.

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