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Virtual Assistant

Virtual Assistant

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Definition: A virtual assistant (VA) provides online administrative, secretarial, and clerical support, as well as creative and/or technical services for clients.

Virtual assistants typcially have experience working in a business setting as an administrative assistant, office manager, secretary, or in a similar position.

Also Known As: VA, personal assistant, virtual personal assistant
Examples:
Aimee worked from home as a virtual assistant for several clients.

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