The benefits of outsourcing work to a VA as opposed to employing staff are enormous.  Virtual Assistance is a relatively new term but it’s proving to be a quickly growing industry, and for good reason. 
In a difficult economic climate, everybody wants to save time and money. 

With an employee you have numerous financial and organisational issues to address, like PAYE, NI contributions, sick pay, maternity pay, insurance, health and safety, office space and equipment, not to mention holidays, lunch hours, non-productive hours, and times when business is quiet yet salaries still have to be paid.  With a Virtual Assistant you only pay for hours worked, so there’s no commitment, no overheads, no employment law issues, and no staffing costs! 
Just 100% productivity.

As much or as little as you need, according to your budget and requirements. 
Many VA’s specialise in particular areas.  Each has a different approach and different skills to offer.  Don’t worry, your Virtual Assistant is real flesh and blood.  She will get to know you, your work, and the way you like things done.  But most of all, she will allow you to get on with what you do best – your business.