Amazon FBA Virtual Assistant Program (Batch-1)

About This Course

In the early stages of starting an Amazon business, most sellers do everything on their own, from listing creation to customer service. And that’s perfectly fine when you’re just starting out or if you’re running a small operation. But if you want to scale, doing everything on your own simply isn’t feasible. That’s because as demand grows, so will your workload, making it nearly impossible to keep up without additional help. But what if you can’t afford to bring on another employee?

That’s where virtual assistants come in handy. In this article, we’ll explain what a virtual assistant is along with some of the services they provide. We’ll also go over some of the advantages a virtual assistant has over a traditional in-house employee. Lastly, we’ll provide you with some critical information as it relates to hiring a virtual assistant. Sound good? Let’s get to it!

Learning Objectives

Now that you see how versatile virtual assistants can be, let’s go over the various advantages of using one.

Frees Up Your Time

Time is one of your most precious assets as a business owner. As such, it is imperative that you use it wisely. If you’re not careful, menial tasks can overwhelm you to the point where you lose sight of the big picture. And therein lies one of the key benefits of using a virtual assistant: when you outsource the little stuff, you have more time and energy to devote to the things that truly matter.

Cuts Costs

As accountants (virtual accountants at that!), we’re all about finding cost-effective solutions to your problems. And in this case, a virtual assistant will cost you a fraction of what it would to hire an in-house employee. Much of that is due to the fact that your virtual assistant works remotely, meaning you won’t have to pay for any of the overhead costs that you normally would with an in-house employee (such as utility and electricity bills). Their remote status also affords you the opportunity to hire someone from overseas, where wages are significantly lower.

Saves Space

Speaking of remote work, think of all the space you’ll save! An off-site employee means you don’t need to provide an office, chair, desk, or computer! Phew!

Minimizes Employee Obligations

Since virtual assistants are classified as independent contractors, you don’t need to provide benefits, like paid time-off, medical coverage, or 401(k)s. This also means they are responsible for their own taxes, which is a huge weight off your shoulders.

Curriculum

2 Lessons2h

What is a Virtual Assistant?

A virtual assistant is a contract worker who provides administrative, technical, or creative support from a remote location. This form of employment is particularly well suited for the e-commerce industry, due to the fact that all the work involved is done online. Like any other type of worker, virtual assistants can be employed on a full-time, part-time, or on an as-needed basis.

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Services We Will Provide

Virtual assistants can carry out a wide variety of tasks, from simple administrative duties to more sophisticated endeavors, like advertising. Below is a list of services they can provide to Amazon sellers: