Before You Hire: A Quick Guide for Online Busness Owners

The Guide That Will Save You Time and Money

When growing a business, many entrepreneurs struggle to determine when and whom to hire. The Before You Hire Guide is here to empower online business owners with the knowledge and tools needed to expand their business.

This guide will save you time and money by helping you understand why you need to hire, who to hire, and how to delegate tasks efficiently—allowing you to expand your business with ease, not overwhelm.

What’s Inside the Guide?

This ebook + workbook resource provides clarity, actionable steps, and guided questions to help you narrow down who you need and why—so you can avoid unnecessary stress and financial loss. With this guide, you'll be prepared to build a team that aligns with your vision and goals. This guide can be printed or filled out digitally.

Table of Contents:

📌 1. When to Hire – Identify the right time to bring on support and avoid common hiring mistakes.

📌 2. Who to Hire Before You Hire an Online Business Manager (OBM) or Virtual Assistant (VA) – Understanding the key differences and which role is best for your business needs.

📌 3. The Difference Between a Virtual Assistant and an Online Business Manager – Know the scope of their responsibilities and how they can support your business effectively.

📌 4. How to Delegate Effectively – Learn the delegation process step-by-step, including:

• What are Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)? – Creating systems for a smooth workflow

• What do I recommend? – Best practices for structuring your delegation

• Guided Questions – Prompts to clarify your delegation strategy

• SOPs Template – A ready-to-use google spreadsheet template to organize your business processes.

  📌 5. Who to Look for When Hiring – Key factors to consider when finding the right hire, including:

• Budget Considerations for Hiring – Planning financially for your new team member

• Hiring in the US vs. Overseas – The pros and cons of hiring locally or internationally

• Guided Questions – Thoughtful prompts to ensure you make the right hiring choice.

Get Started Today!

This guide is the perfect first step to hiring the right support and setting up your business for long-term success.

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We are always grateful for the love and support of our community, and we hope this guide serves as a solid foundationin your entrepreneurship journey!