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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about hiring through Taskbaba — talent shortlists and managed VA placement.

Getting Started

How do I get started?

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Go to taskbaba.com/dashboard/request, choose Talent Shortlist or Managed VA, and submit your request. Our team reviews your details and follows up with next steps — usually within one business day.

What services can I request?

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On our request page you can choose:

Talent Shortlist ($199) — we deliver 3–5 vetted candidates ready to interview.
Managed VA — we handle recruitment, onboarding, payroll, and ongoing management (custom pricing).

How quickly can I get a virtual assistant?

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Talent Shortlist candidates are typically ready within a few business days. Managed VA placements usually deploy within about 5 business days.

What's the minimum commitment?

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Talent Shortlist is a one-time fee with no ongoing commitment. For Managed VA, you can start part-time or full-time and scale as needed — no long-term lock-in.

Services & Pricing

How does pricing work?

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Pricing is tied to the service you select on our request page. Talent Shortlist is $199 once. Managed VA is quoted based on role, hours, and scope. You'll see pricing before you check out — no hidden fees.

What payment methods do you accept?

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We accept credit cards, debit cards, bank transfers, and PayPal. Talent Shortlist is processed securely at checkout through our dashboard.

Are there any setup fees?

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No surprise setup fees. You pay the listed price for Talent Shortlist. Managed VA pricing is discussed upfront before placement — no placement fees tacked on after the fact.

Quality and Support

How do you vet your VAs?

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Every VA goes through a rigorous 4-step screening process: resume review, skills assessment, English proficiency testing, and video interviews. Only the top 8–10% of applicants make it through. We recruit Taskbaba Academy verified graduates, and all hires include our 60-day replacement guarantee.

What if my VA doesn't work out?

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We offer free replacements. If your VA isn't the right fit for any reason, we'll quickly match you with a new one at no additional cost. Your satisfaction is our priority.

Is there managed quality oversight?

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Yes! Every VA is managed by our team. We provide ongoing quality assurance, performance monitoring, and regular check-ins to ensure you're getting the best service.

Working with Your VA

What tasks can a VA handle?

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Our VAs handle email management, calendar scheduling, data entry, CRM updates, customer service, social media, research, document preparation, travel booking, bookkeeping, lead generation, and much more.

What timezone do VAs work in?

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Our VAs are flexible and can work your preferred timezone. Most are based in Africa and can overlap with US, UK, or EU business hours. We'll match you with someone who fits your schedule.

What tools do your VAs use?

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Our VAs are proficient in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Slack, Asana, Trello, Monday.com, Notion, HubSpot, Salesforce, QuickBooks, Shopify, WordPress, Canva, and many other popular tools.

Can I scale up or down?

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Absolutely! You can adjust hours, add more VAs, or scale down as your business needs change. No penalties or long-term commitments—we're flexible.

Still Have Questions?

Start a request on our dashboard or reach out — we'll help you pick the right hiring path.

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