As the summer season approaches, homeowners associations (HOAs) and community associations need to start thinking about preparing their amenities for use by residents. From maintaining pools and tennis courts to organizing community events and budgeting for emergency repairs, many tasks must be completed before the HOA summer season begins. Review Your Vendor Contracts & Budgets […]
If you’re thinking about hiring a virtual employee (and you should be!), you’re probably wondering how to go about finding one. It’s possible to try on your own through Craigslist, or another job board that lists worldwide. We’ve tried posting positions on those sites and occasionally come across a decent candidate or two. But even […]
The non-profit organization hopes to equip deserving young entrepreneurs with the tools they need to succeed through youth programs and scholarships HireSmart Cares, a non-profit organization built by Anne and Mark Lackey of HireSmart Virtual Employees, has launched to invest in the next generation. The organization is dedicated to inspiring and equipping young children in […]
Finding the right Virtual Employee to fit your business probably seems daunting. At HireSmart, we walk our clients through the process daily, so we know lots of tips and tricks that work great. It’s not really that complicated and mostly it’s the same things that make an in-person employee a successful hire. Here are a […]
I think you already know that virtual employees are here to stay. One main reason is that virtual employees have highly valuable benefits and skills, with a much lower pay scale than the US labor market. At HireSmart, we’ve been a part of growing virtual employment for a long time, and we stay amazed by […]
There’s an old saying about how there’s more than one way to…well, let’s say “peel a potato” (we’re kind to our furry friends here at HireSmart Virtual Employees). In any case, the same can be said of community association managers – there are many right ways to do the job. Often, though, managers tend to […]
In the digital age, virtual employees are now an increasingly common and valuable resource for businesses across a wide range of industries. But where did the concept of virtual employment come from? Let's take a closer look at the history of virtual employees. According to a blog post by Hubstaff, the beginning of virtual work […]
HireSmart Health Insurance Coverage for VEs — Sheryl’s Story. Sheryl tried to ignore the terrible pain in her stomach. “I was thinking I could make it without going to the hospital, but there was one day where I could not take it anymore,” she said. The HireSmart Virtual Employee, who lives in the Philippines and […]
As demand grows for remote employees, it's important for businesses to partner with the right employment agency. Finding the best available virtual employee takes time, energy, and resources that you’d probably rather spend on other things. Using the right employment agency can really make all the difference. Working with a reputable employment agency like HireSmart […]
Let’s start off with some quotes about the benefits of taking advantage of opportunities (and the dangers of missing them). “Necessity is the mother of invention” – Plato “Never let a good crisis go to waste” – Churchill "Bad companies are destroyed by crisis. Good companies survive them. Great companies are improved by them." –Andy […]