You don’t.
You don’t because you can’t.
We’re so accustomed to background checks here in the U.S. We have background checks for almost everything—employment, loans, renting, bank accounts, and even volunteering.
We have a system in place for this, so asking for background checks is easy.
The Philippines doesn’t have this.
They don’t have background checks.
There’s no agency or office you can contact if you need a background check on someone.
So, how do you hire someone without a background check?
You just do. You hire someone because no background check can replace doing the hiring process yourself.
That’s why I always urge you to go through the hiring process personally—to get to know your OFS.
Interview your applicants so you get a feel for who they are. There’s no background check in the Philippines that can tell you whether someone is trustworthy. But the hiring process can.
If you really want to do more for your business, go ahead and outsource now. As time goes by, you’ll learn whether you can give your OFS more and more responsibility.
The key to finding the right person the first time is having the right recruitment process. That’s what I teach at OneVAAway.com. I’ll show you that finding the right virtual assistant doesn’t have to take long. Even if you’re super busy, you’ll find the time to go through the process yourself—because when you do, that’s how you find the best person for your business.
I also have a new book I’m giving away for free: The Outsourcing Lever. It’s all about how I’ve done outsourcing over the years.
And if you’re just getting started, check out how to hire Rockstar Virtual Assistants.
About John Jonas
John Jonas is a long-time outsourcing expert and the creator of OnlineJobs.ph.
Since 2005, John has taught hundreds of thousands of entrepreneurs how to profitably delegate to VAs in the Philippines (and get their lives back in the process).
With help from his own VAs based in the Philippines, John has created an outsourcing empire that allows him to work 17 hours/week and to spend most of his time with his wife and 5 kids.
Find John at JohnJonas.com and Facebook.
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