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Guides for growing with a VA.

Practical advice on hiring Filipino Virtual Assistants, what to delegate, and working well together.

Hiring

How to Hire a Filipino Virtual Assistant: A Step-by-Step Guide

A practical guide to hiring a Filipino VA: defining the role, where to find talent, how to interview, onboarding, and what to pay attention to.

7 min read

Productivity

15 Tasks You Should Delegate to a Virtual Assistant Today

Not sure what a VA can do? Here are 15 everyday business tasks business owners delegate to Virtual Assistants to win back hours every week.

5 min read

Insights

Why Businesses in the US, UK, and Australia Hire VAs from the Philippines

English fluency, cultural fit, strong work ethic, and cost efficiency: why the Philippines is a top choice for hiring Virtual Assistants.

4 min read

Hiring

How Much Does a Filipino Virtual Assistant Cost? 2026 Rates: $12 to $20/hr

Filipino Virtual Assistant rates explained: Brihafe VAs cost $12 to $20 USD per hour with no setup fee. See what affects the price and how to budget.

5 min read

Hiring

VA Agency vs Freelancer: Which Is Better for Your Business?

Comparing a virtual assistant agency with hiring a freelance VA directly: vetting, reliability, backup coverage, management, and cost.

5 min read

Productivity

How to Onboard a Virtual Assistant in Your First 30 Days

A simple 30-day onboarding plan for your new Virtual Assistant: tools access, process documentation, check-ins, and growing responsibility.

6 min read

Marketing

Hiring a Social Media Virtual Assistant: What They Do and How to Choose

What a social media VA does, the skills to look for, and how a dedicated social media manager keeps your brand consistent online.

5 min read