#346 - Melissa Smith (Hire the Right Virtual Assistant: How the Right VA Will Make Your Life Easier, Create Time, and Make You More Money)

Welcome to another transformative episode of the Million Dollar Stories Podcast with your host, Mike Fallat! Today, we’re diving into a game-changing topic that could revolutionize how you run your business and reclaim your most valuable resource: time. Joining Mike is Melissa Smith, the powerhouse author of Hire the Right Virtual Assistant: How the Right VA Will Make Your Life Easier, Create Time, and Make You More Money. In this insightful conversation, Melissa draws on her unparalleled expertise as a former executive assistant, a virtual assistant, and a VA matchmaker to share her proven process for finding and hiring the perfect virtual assistant. Her book is a comprehensive guide, packed with actionable strategies, FAQs, and her step-by-step roadmap to help entrepreneurs and business owners leverage virtual assistants effectively. Imagine having a VA who’s not only a perfect fit for your business but also empowers you to focus on what truly matters—whether it’s growing your business, exploring new opportunities, or simply getting a breather in your day. Melissa and Mike discuss everything from identifying your needs, crafting compelling job descriptions, and spotting red flags to onboarding and ensuring your VA relationship thrives. Melissa’s insights come with an added bonus: her Interactive Hiring Workbook®, a tool designed to organize every step of the hiring journey. If you’ve ever been overwhelmed by the idea of delegating or hesitant about finding the right help, this episode is for you. Whether you’re a solopreneur ready to scale, a busy executive looking for relief, or just curious about the VA world, this conversation will inspire you to take the leap and find your perfect match. Tune in and discover how to work smarter—not harder—on this episode of the Million Dollar Stories Podcast! Follow Mike Fallat on Instagram, Facebook, Truth, Tik Tok, Twitter, and Linkedin. Visit https://dreamstarterspublishing.com to publish your book today!