In this headshot, Dan Trujilo is captured with short dark hair and facial hair, smiling slightly. He sports a dark collared shirt, set against a backdrop of green leaves and soft window lighting.

Dan Trujillo

Dan is a Remote Staffing Specialist and B2B copywriter with over eight years of communication experience. For the last four years, he has been deeply embedded in the virtual assistant industry, translating complex outsourcing strategies into actionable guides, case studies, and insights that help business owners scale.

how to hire a virtual assistant

Hiring

How To Hire a Virtual Assistant: The Complete 2026 Guide

Unlocking the benefits of hiring a virtual assistant can transform your business. From cutting costs to boosting productivity and enhancing flexibility, a skilled virtual assistant is a game-changer for achieving your goals. Ready to make the leap? If you’ve decided that a virtual assistant is the right solution to elevate your business, it’s time to focus on making your first hire a resounding success. The key? Hiring the right virtual assistant for your needs.

trades industry businesses turn to outsourcing

Construction, Trades, Virtual Assistants

The Skilled Trades Labor Shortage in 2026: Why Back Office Reinvention Is Now a Competitive Advantage

If you run a trades business today, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, construction, roofing, landscaping, you don’t need another report to tell ...

Hospitality operations team managing rising costs with remote support solutions

Hospitality

How Hospitality Leaders Can Reduce Costs and Strengthen Operations With Remote Talent

Inflation is reshaping hospitality. After witnessing the strain during my recent Las Vegas trip, I explore why costs are rising and how remote talent can help leaders strengthen operations and support their teams.

top real estate CRM platforms

Real Estate, Virtual Assistants

The Best Real Estate CRM Software In 2026

Choosing the right real estate CRM can transform your business. This 2025 comparison guide reviews the top platforms, so you can scale smarter and serve clients better.

outsourcing for growth in hospitality

Virtual Assistants

Outsourcing for Hospitality Growth: Why Team Units Outperform Solo Hires (2026 Edition)

Hospitality leaders face tight labor markets and rising guest expectations. Discover why team-unit outsourcing models outperform solo hires—improving response speed, service quality, and operational consistency. Learn how hotel, resort, and restaurant operators use virtual team units to scale efficiently, enhance guest experience, and protect profit margins in 2026.

outsourcing in real estate

Virtual Assistants

Outsourcing for Real Estate Growth: Why Team Units Outperform Solo Hires

In today’s competitive real estate market, brokerages and property management companies need to increase productivity without expanding payroll. This guide explains why outsourcing to virtual team units—rather than single hires- unlocks speed, scalability, and stronger client experiences. Learn the blueprints, metrics, and 90-day rollout plan trusted by top-performing leaders.

sunk cost fallacy definition and solution

Virtual Assistants

The “Sunk Cost Fallacy” in Business: Definition & Solution

We’ve all done it at some time or another, held onto something longer than we should have. Maybe it was ...

outsourcing in 2025

Virtual Assistants

Outsourcing for Growth: Why Teams Beat Solo Hires

Outsourcing isn’t just a cost strategy anymore—it’s a growth engine. Learn why team-based pods outperform solo hires in speed, quality, and resilience. This guide breaks down how leaders in 2025 are scaling faster, improving service, and driving smarter operations through strategic outsourcing.

Outsourcing and AI tools

Virtual Assistants

Unlocking Business Potential with Outsourced Talent and AI Tools

Discover how combining outsourced talent with AI tools can revolutionize your operations. Learn how businesses are blending human expertise and automation to boost productivity, cut costs, and stay ahead in a rapidly changing market.

Business leader facing the hidden costs of a bad hire and considering outsourcing talent in 2025

Virtual Assistants

The Hidden Costs of a Bad Hire (and How to Avoid Them)

A bad hire costs far more than salary; it drains productivity, damages morale, and stalls growth. From financial losses to missed opportunities, the hidden impact can set your business back years. Learn the true cost of a mis-hire and why outsourcing talent may be the smarter path to scale in 2025.

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