Let’s Talk About Failure With OFS – Practical Advice

Every day, my inbox is flooded with emails from employers, people who have used OnlineJobs.ph, those exploring its potential, and those who have experienced triumphs and setbacks. It is a constant stream of stories, emotions, and lessons. And I’m here to share them all with you.

The messages range from glowing testimonials about the incredible talent of OFS to the realization they should have discovered this platform sooner. However, I occasionally encounter tales of disappointment: instances where OFS didn’t meet expectations or even disappeared.

I get it: It is disheartening to face failure in hiring or any other aspect of life. But failure is not an endpoint: It is a stepping stone to success. The truth is, success stories far outnumber the occasional missteps.

Thousands of individuals have found outstanding OFS partners who have transformed their businesses and lives. So, don’t be discouraged if things don’t work out immediately. 

In this video, I share an email from Tatiana, who faced challenges in hiring suitable team members. Some candidates misrepresented their skills, using AI tools like ChatGPT, which resulted in failed hires. But Tatiana didn’t give up. She learned from her mistakes and found two amazing team members who have been with her for weeks now.

I always look forward to your feedback and stories. If you have experienced the triumph of finding an exceptional OFS or the lessons from overcoming hurdles, share them with me at john@onlinejobs.ph. Together, we can learn, grow, and celebrate the victories.

Remember, setbacks are temporary. Tatiana failed, I failed, and you may have failed too, but we didn’t let it stop us. We kept pushing forward, perfecting our hiring strategies, and eventually finding the right people who contributed to our business’s growth.

Failure is an opportunity for growth and learning.  The process might be challenging, but the rewards are well worth it.

So, when faced with failure, don’t lose heart. Embrace the journey, learn from your experiences, and push through. Your perfect OFS match might be just around the corner, waiting to improve your business and you life.

Let’s make this a celebration of determination and success. Share your stories, and let’s inspire others to persevere and thrive. I’m here to help you navigate through hiring challenges, so if you need assistance, I’ve got you covered at OneVAAway.com.

You can also check out how to get started on 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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