Virtual assistants are generally independent contractors of businesses. Often, they are not on the regular salary payroll and do not receive the perks of an in-office employee such as employer paid health insurance. The benefits of being a virtual assistant can greatly outweigh the benefits of working directly for an employer.

Virtual assistant jobs can help someone work from home with their children (or just stay home with your dogs like me!) while still earning a reliable income. Many sites require at least five years of administrative assistant experience. Some virtual assistant jobs have training programs which may be a big help to those who are just starting out in the work at home field.

While virtual assistant jobs can be found online you may also take a look at offices or businesses in your town that may consider paying you to work from home as a virtual assistant instead of having to pay all the costs associated with an on-site employee.

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Hi,

I stumbled across your article about InternetGIRLFriday and wanted to share my experiences.

I am a web designer who has regularly done subcontract work for internetGIRLfriday since December of 2008. I never have any problems having enough work. In fact, there is plenty of work for all their team of virtual assistants. Payments are made on a regular schedule.

I really enjoy working with Jennifer. She is fair and takes great care of both her clients and her workers. She has a way of bringing out the best in your work.

Thanks for allowing me to share my experience. I hope that helps some of your readers who may be considering applying to work with internetGIRLfriday. I highly recommend this company.

Sincerely,
Revka Stearns
Owner – Berries and Cream Blog Design
How yummy is your blog?
http://berriesandcreamblogdesign.com

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