Admin, support and marketing: questions answered
Quick answer: a MyRemoteVA assistant is a trained person who uses AI to work faster, starts the same day, and costs from $5.62 an hour. Below are answers on admin, customer support, reception, sales support and marketing help.
Every price on this page matches our pricing page, and prices are in US dollars.
A team lead reviews every task before it reaches you, and our assistants use AI tools to work faster.
We do not invent statistics, survey results, customer quotes or reviews in any answer.
What does a social media virtual assistant do?
A social media VA plans your content calendar, schedules posts, replies to comments and DMs, makes simple graphics, and sends monthly reports. Read the full guide
How much does a social media virtual assistant cost?
At MyRemoteVA, social media support uses the same plans as every service: from $33 for 3 hours, or $5.62 an hour on a full-time dedicated VA. Read the full guide
Is a social media VA the same as a social media manager?
Not quite. A manager owns strategy. A VA handles execution: posting, replies and reporting. Many small businesses start with a VA and keep strategy in-house. Read the full guide
How many hours does social media need each week?
A small brand posting a few times a week and replying daily often needs 5 to 10 hours. Track your own time for a week to set the right amount. Read the full guide
What is the difference between a virtual receptionist and an appointment setter?
A virtual receptionist handles inbound calls and messages. An appointment setter books meetings, often through outbound follow-up. One VA can cover both. Read the full guide
How much does a virtual receptionist cost?
At MyRemoteVA, $899 a month for a full-time receptionist (160 hours), $500 part-time, or $12 an hour pay-as-you-go. Some answering services bill per minute instead. Read the full guide
Will my virtual receptionist use my scripts?
Yes. Your VA answers in your company name, follows your scripts and books into your calendar. Read the full guide
Which should I start with?
If calls go unanswered, start with reception cover. If leads are never followed up, start with an appointment setter. If both are true, use one VA for both. Read the full guide
How much does a podcast editor cost?
Freelancers often charge per episode. At MyRemoteVA you pay by the hour: a 6-hour block is $63, and a typical 45-minute episode with show notes takes about 2 to 3 hours. Shows with more guests or heavy cuts take longer. Read the full guide
What should a podcast editor deliver?
A clean, levelled audio file, plus show notes, timestamps and publishing if you hire a full podcast editing service. Read the full guide
Can my podcast editor make social clips?
Yes. Our podcast editors cut vertical clips with captions for Reels, Shorts and TikTok. Read the full guide
How do I start?
Share two episodes you like, a short style guide, then test with one episode and give feedback. Read the full guide
What does a remote administrative assistant do?
Data entry, document formatting, research, spreadsheets, file organisation, scheduling and inbox support, all done remotely. Read the full guide
Is a data entry virtual assistant the same thing?
Data entry is one part of the role. A remote administrative assistant does data entry plus broader admin support. Read the full guide
How much does a remote administrative assistant cost?
At MyRemoteVA, from $33 for 3 hours, $120 for 12 hours, or $5.62 an hour on a full-time dedicated plan ($899 for 160 hours). Read the full guide
How do I decide which admin tasks to hand off first?
Keep a list of every admin task you do for one week. Mark the ones that need no judgment from you and hand those off first. Read the full guide
Is per-minute or hourly pricing cheaper?
Per-minute is cheaper for a handful of calls a week. Once calls come in every day, a flat hourly or monthly rate usually costs less. Read the full guide
What is the cheapest virtual receptionist option?
For low volume, a small hourly block. For steady volume, a dedicated receptionist on a flat monthly rate is usually the cheapest per call. Read the full guide
Are there hidden fees to check for?
Ask about setup fees, minimum monthly charges, overage rates, extra fees for after-hours calls and whether unused time expires. Read the full guide
Can an AI receptionist replace a human?
For simple, repeat questions, often yes. For upset callers, complex requests or sales calls, a human still does better. Read the full guide
What does a live virtual receptionist do that AI cannot?
Reads the tone of a call, handles exceptions, calms upset customers and makes judgment calls about what to escalate. Read the full guide
Can I combine both?
Yes. That is our model: a human receptionist who uses AI tools for notes, drafts and follow-ups, so you get speed and a real person. Read the full guide
How do I choose the best virtual receptionist for my business?
List your most common calls, test both options on real calls for two weeks, and check how each handles an upset or confused caller. Read the full guide
What is an appointment setter?
Someone who contacts leads, asks a few qualifying questions and books a call on your calendar, so you only talk to serious prospects. Read the full guide
Does an AI appointment setter work for high ticket offers?
It works for simple bookings. For high ticket offers, buyers often want a human conversation before they commit to a call. Read the full guide
How much does a human appointment setter cost?
At MyRemoteVA, from $33 for 3 hours, or $5.62 an hour on a full-time dedicated plan ($899 for 160 hours). There is no commission on booked calls. Read the full guide
Can I test one first?
Yes. Start with a small block of hours and a short list of leads, then review the booked calls together. Read the full guide
Can an AI podcast editor replace a human?
For basic clean-up, often yes. For pacing, story structure and a polished final episode, a human editor still makes the difference. Read the full guide
What does a human podcast editor add?
They cut weak sections, tighten pacing, fix awkward transitions and keep the episode sounding like your show. Read the full guide
How much does a podcast editing service cost?
At MyRemoteVA you pay by the hour. A 6-hour block is $63 and a 12-hour block is $120. A typical 45-minute episode with show notes takes about 2 to 3 hours. Read the full guide