Savvy Subcontracting

Sunday’s Inspiration: Corporate Mom Dropouts

Sundays are a day of reflection and a chance to get energized for the week ahead. That’s why I’d like to take each Sunday to share with you the inspriation I received from a person, event or whatever it was that really kept me going over the week. You too can share with us your [...]

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Subcontractor Q&A Call-Team Double Click

Powered by Podbean.com For the first time the Q&A recording is available for listening and downloading here on the site. In July we spoke with Janice Clark, owner of BizMSolutions and the Director of Team Double-Click. The topic was “What Subcontractors Can Expect From A Staffing Agency” The questions and answers were to help subcontractors [...]

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What should subcontractor’s rates be?

Do you believe in paying subcontractors a fair wage, but  also believe, as a contractor, getting paid for securing the client and for managing the client as well as managing the subcontractor. So, that being said, most VA subcontractors may discount off their normal rate. However some may feel having the assistance of a subcontractor outweighs not [...]

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Independent Contractor Or Employee

It is critical that you, the business owner, correctly determine whether the individuals providing services are employees or independent contractors. Generally, you must withhold income taxes, withhold and pay Social Security and Medicare taxes, and pay unemployment tax on wages paid to an employee. You do not generally have to withhold or pay any taxes [...]

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Is it smart to start part-time?

If you won the lottery would you take it in one lump sum or a little at a time? For myself, I want to enjoy it and take it little by little. In my eyes the same things holds true for starting a virtual business part-time or full-time. If you can why not take it [...]

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Mindset of A Sub!

Prior to finding my subcontracting niche I must admit I was all over the board with my virtual assistant business. This week we’re discussing joining a team. What comes before that is getting the mindset of a subcontractor. Remember, you’re not an employee but a subcontractor. You can set your hours, rates and offer what [...]

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Wonder What They’re Looking For In A Subcontractor?

If you’re just beginning as a subcontractor and don’t know what multi-va firms are looking for.   Here is your chance to find out.  Each month I have a multi-va owner come on a Q&A Call as an advisor.  This month, August, the advisor is actually looking to hire a sub.  She’ll go into detail what specifics [...]

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Staying Focused On Your Virtual Business

One of the biggest things I’ve learned this week is staying focus on my business.  Not only can it make a person able to accomplish more in a week’s time but it gives me a sense of relief.  Prior to this week I wasn’t sure which direction to go each and every day.  With a [...]

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