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Huge differences of freelancers and virtual assistants

April 28, 2023

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Freelancers and virtual assistants are both self-employed workers who provide services to businesses and individuals. However, there are some key differences between the two. Freelancers are typically experts in a specific field, such as writing, design, or development. They typically work on a project-by-project basis, and they may have multiple clients at the same time. Freelancers are responsible for setting their own rates, managing their own time, and marketing their services. Virtual assistants provide a wider range of services, including administrative support, customer service, and project management. They typically work for one or more clients on a long-term basis. Virtual assistants are typically paid a salary or hourly wage, and they may be required to work set hours or meet certain performance goals. Here is a table that summarizes the key differences between freelancers and virtual assistants:
Feature Freelancer Virtual Assistant
Expertise Expert in a specific field Generalist
Work arrangement Project-based Long-term
Rates Set their own rates Paid a salary or hourly wage
Time management Responsible for their own time May be required to work set hours or meet certain performance goals
Marketing Responsible for marketing their services May be marketed by the company they work for
Which is right for you? You can choose which career you want to take, whatever will make you happy 🙂    

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