In our previous calendar posts we’ve talked about paid time off for your Filipino virtual assistants. This time, I’d like to talk about something else, working over the other holidays.
Filipinos take Christmas VERY seriously. It’s such a big deal for us we start celebrating in September and only stop halfway through January To be honest, everything we do for
Last updated in March 2026. Is the 13th month pay required? Yes. Well, kind of… If you’re hiring in the Philippines (or thinking about it), the 13th month pay is
I hate to admit it, but some of us Filipino workers do have a habit of disappearing. I don’t think it’s a uniquely Filipino trait, but it does seem more
Last updated in April 2026. Let’s be honest—paying your virtual assistant (VA) is where things start to feel real. If you’re new to hiring remote workers, it can feel confusing
I do business differently. I think that’s one of the reasons why people are baffled when they find out I’m actually successful. I don’t work 60 hours a week. I
Most entrepreneurs who outsource rely on project-based workers. They claim that it’s the perfect way to do outsourcing. You only pay for the work that you want, and there’s no
Please check our Updated Salary Guide Virtual assistant salaries are varied, and will depend on the skill in which they specialize. As it usually goes, the more technical your skill
A common question from people looking to outsource their business tasks to the Philippines is whether to hire part-time or full-time Filipino workers. Which is better? It really depends. Different
The short: Other sites (Upwork, Freelancer, Fiverr…) charge way higher back-end fees, so you end up paying more. We don’t charge any fees except the up-front recruiting fee. The longer:
