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Common Mistakes
Mistake
Why It Hurts Your STR
Fix / Best Practice
No SOPs
VA wastes time, inconsistent work
Create a basic SOP library with Loom + Docs
Hiring too late
Poor training, burned-out owner
Hire proactively before emergencies
Micromanaging
Slows VA, frustrates both sides
Set KPIs and review weekly
Hiring too cheap
Low skill, high turnover
Pay fair market rates
No communication expectations
Missed tasks, confusion
Daily reports + weekly reviews
No redundancy
Business stops if VA leaves
Cross-train + central SOP library
No growth path
VA disengagement, turnover
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