Recently I was interviewed by Andy Traub, a fellow 48days.net Advisory Team Member.  In addition to Virtual Assistance Services, iSimplify offers affordable website development that fits the needs of small businesses and entrepreneurs alike. Contact me today to learn how iSimplify can help take YOUR business to the next level!

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Website Development – Small Business Package

I’m a huge believer getting the most bang for you buck! As a result, I’ve created a website package that’s just perfect for a small business.

The Small Business Website Package includes:

• WordPress Content Management System Installation - you can make your own updates! Save $$ on costly web updates! *
• Customized template to match your logo and design preference – I will work with you to create just the look you want and for a fraction of the cost of hiring a graphic designer!
• Drop-down menu navigation
• 5 Static Pages - I’ll set up the pages initially, but you’ll have the ability to update them on your own whenever you want!
• A fully functional blog – The WordPress CMS’s primary function is a blog. Use this powerful blogging platform to keep your fans, clients, or customers updated on the latest.
• Google Analytics Installation and Setup – use this powerful traffic tracking system to watch your website gain momentum!
• 2 FREE hours of technical support – to make sure you get off to a great start with your new website, I will be available for 2 hours of telephone support that you can use after your website has launched!**

*Note: this site is stand-alone – it is not hosted on www.wordpress.com. WordPress lets us install the WordPress CMS on your hosting. In other words, your site will be located at www.yourwebsiteaddress.com.

**I do ask that you use your 2 hours within the first 90 days after your site is launched.

Please note that website hosting and domain name registration is an additional cost – generally less than $10/month.

Because a Virtual Assistant is self-employed, bills only for work completed and hours logged, and supplies all of their own business equipment and services, your business can realize immediate savings over hiring a traditional employee. Additionally, a Virtual Assistant is an entrepreneur: dependent upon referrals and consistent work flow from existing clients. As a result, your company is virtually (no pun!) guaranteed dependability and excellent customer service. When you hire a virtual assistant, you receive all the benefits of outsourcing: no employment tax and benefits liability, coupled with the loyalty and dependability of a traditional employee.

Let’s assume you hire a full time office assistant at a rate of $15 per hour for 40 hours per week. This would amount to approximately $29,000 per year in salary alone. When you factor in the cost of health insurance, taxes, 401K, etc., you will likely spend approximately $39,000+ annually for your employee.

Remember, you won’t pay me for sick leave, vacation time, or breaks and I only invoice you for time spent working on your projects. Additionally, I use my own office equipment and computer! As a self-employed individual, I cover my own taxes and benefits.