Why Hire a Filipino Virtual Assistant? – Practical Advice

https://youtu.be/XNgAPcLvRUM When I started outsourcing, I didn’t know anything about it. Like many business owners, the first thing I did was hire a VA through an agency. It was the owner of Backcountry.com who steered me toward outsourcing to the Philippines. When I asked why, he said, “When people in the Philippines say ‘yes,’ it means ‘yes, I understand what you’re saying.’” The year was 2005. That’s when I hired my first Filipino VA—and I haven’t looked back since. I’ve found amazing people who work hard, are loyal, and honest. Thousands of business owners have found success in hiring Filipino VAs. Why Filipinos? I’ll tell you why:
  • “Yes” means “I understand.”
  • Filipinos are honest.
  • Loyalty is a big deal.
  • They want to make you happy and are hardworking.
  • Foreigners are looked up to.
  • Sexism is not an issue.
I encourage you to watch the video above, where I go into detail on each reason. This practical advice is just one of many we share on our blog. Head to our outsourcing education page to explore the full series. If you’d rather hear from entrepreneurs who’ve already made the jump and hired VAs, check out these reviews on OnlineJobs.ph. I also have a new book I’m giving away for free—The Outsourcing Lever. It’s about how I’ve done outsourcing over the years. Get more information here. You can also subscribe to our blog to be notified when new videos are published. And don’t forget to follow our YouTube channel and Facebook page for more outsourcing tips. You can also check out how to get started hiring Rockstar Virtual Assistants.
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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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Cherry ann Santos
Cherry ann Santos
5 years ago

Looking for online job

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5 years ago

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kent
kent
5 years ago
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looking for a non voice job

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5 years ago
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Generyll Rose Jalbuna
Generyll Rose Jalbuna
5 years ago

Hi I’m interested and willing to be trained

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5 years ago

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Arianne Consumo
Arianne Consumo
5 years ago
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Hi , good day I Am arianne and I am so much willing to be trained.

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5 years ago

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Ma. Eva Añonuevo
Ma. Eva Añonuevo
5 years ago

I’m a newbie but a well-trained GVA from Philippines.
I’m interested.

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5 years ago

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jobet
jobet
5 years ago

can i hire me

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5 years ago
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Catherine Traquena
Catherine Traquena
5 years ago

Hi, I’m Catherine. I am looking for an online job.

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5 years ago

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Cristina Bulacso
Cristina Bulacso
5 years ago

I am interested and willing to learn. Thanks

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5 years ago

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Nancy Guerra
Nancy Guerra
5 years ago

Hi. Can you help me with my profile to be more qualified. I really need a job . Thank you.

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5 years ago
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Pinky Peralta
Pinky Peralta
5 years ago

I am looking for a job and I am very much willing to be trained.

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5 years ago
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abby mijares
abby mijares
5 years ago

Hi can I apply as a part time job ? I’m working as a customer service representative in a call center

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5 years ago
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Mark Gil Caldoza
Mark Gil Caldoza
5 years ago

Good day! I am a college student and I am looking for a part-time online job. I am willing to be trained and it would be a pleasure to be a part of your work environment.

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5 years ago

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Gracie
Gracie
5 years ago

I had 12 years experience in a BPO induatry. Looking for Work from home jobs right now.

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5 years ago
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Alona Taer
Alona Taer
5 years ago

I am currently working as Finance Assistant at Forwarders Company here in Parañaque. Im looking for a Work from Home Online jobs .Im willing to be trained and learn everything. Help me find an online job. Thank you .Godbless

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5 years ago
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Andrea Kristine A. Mercado
Andrea Kristine A. Mercado
5 years ago

Hello, I want to applied to a non-voice job like doing listings. And I am eager to learn new skills and be trained.

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5 years ago

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Nenette G. Cabasese
Nenette G. Cabasese
5 years ago

Good day! I am willing to be trained ang learned everything. i am looking for work from home online job..
Thank yoh, & Goodbless ..

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5 years ago

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Louie Jan Dumanjog
Louie Jan Dumanjog
5 years ago

Hi. I would like to apply as General Virtual Assistant. I’ve done several pieces of training for being a Virtual Assistant. Thank you

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5 years ago

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Lovely lyn R. Mapacpac
Lovely lyn R. Mapacpac
5 years ago

Hello! I am Lovely Lyn R. Mapacpac looking for an online job and willing to be trained as an addtional assets to have a higher chance to get hired.

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5 years ago

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Sales C. Undap
Sales C. Undap
5 years ago

Hi i am willing and interested to be trained. Thank you

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5 years ago
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Gerald Colete
Gerald Colete
5 years ago

How to apply

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5 years ago
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Erin Maurene Pascual
Erin Maurene Pascual
5 years ago

Hi! I am looking for a job and I am willing to be trained ang learned everything.
Thank you..

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5 years ago

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Precious Rivera.
Precious Rivera.
5 years ago

Good day! I am interested in this job and willing to be trained. How can I proceed with my application?

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5 years ago

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Shiela Mae Basinillo
Shiela Mae Basinillo
5 years ago

Hi Good day! I am looking for an Appointment Setter Job or any online job. hardworking and willing to be trained.

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5 years ago

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Honeylyn Ridera
Honeylyn Ridera
5 years ago

I good day. I am currently looking for a part time job. I am teaching but since it it pandemic and we are in modular mode of teaching I am willing to apply for a part time job. To increase my income and my ability as well. I worked as a call center agent before. Thank you. Keep safe always

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5 years ago

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colleen
colleen
4 years ago

Hello! I’m looking for a part time job. Im willing to be trained.

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4 years ago
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virtual assistant Philippines
virtual assistant Philippines
4 years ago

Thank you for the advice you’ve shared. I really informative.

ANDRIAN AQUINO ALBOR
ANDRIAN AQUINO ALBOR
2 years ago

good day i am looking for for virtual assistant or data entry
i am willing to be train and learn as soon as possible.

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2 years ago

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