When you are running a VA business, one of the most important things that you can do is to make a connection with your clients. One way that many virtual assistants ensure a good relationship with their clients includes not signing a contract right away and, instead, setting up a test run of sorts.

When you’re starting out with running a VA business, it makes sense that you want to attract clients and start growing your business quickly. However, before you start entering into a long-term relationship, it’s a good idea to see whether or not you and the client are compatible (it’s a lot like going on a date before you marry someone; it’s important to look at whether or not you get along as individuals before you try to be a couple).

By taking a test run before signing a retainer contract with your client, both of you benefit. You are able to get a feel for what the client expects. Your client will be able to determine whether or not you’re the right VA for the job. With a single project, both you and the client will be able to see whether or not the relationship will work.

Once you know whether or not you’ll be able to make a connection before you sign on a new client, you’ll be able to establish stronger relationships with the clients you do work with. And that’s something that will make running your VA business much easier in the long run.

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