A Virtual Assistant is perfect for those small businesses who need help with general admin, and other tasks which may only take several hours a week or month, or even help with one off projects. Saving the cost of buying office equipment, etc which they would need to purchase if taking on a part/full time employee. A VA can work from a distance as well as be able to meet with the client on a regular basis. It also saves on paying an agency extra fees and other charges, which soon mount up. Hiring a VA cuts out the middle man and is a flexible way to deal with tasks that can be outsourced whilst you as a business owner can concentrate on the tasks that count.