As your business grows, your to-do list gets longer. Emails, calendar updates, customer support, research, data entry—suddenly you’re spending more time working in the business than on it. That’s where virtual assistants come in. But if you’re not ready to hire full-time help, virtual assistant packages offer a flexible and affordable solution.
In this guide, we’ll break down what virtual assistant packages typically include, how they’re structured, and how to choose the right one for your business needs.
Virtual assistant (VA) packages are pre-set plans that outline how much time a virtual assistant will dedicate to your business, and what kinds of tasks they’ll help with. Unlike hiring an hourly freelancer for occasional help, many packages offer predictable support and often come with perks like dedicated supervision or a consistent assistant.
These packages are ideal for small business owners who need recurring support but don’t want the overhead of hiring in-house staff.
Best for: Ad hoc support and one-off tasks
Examples: 10, 20, or 40 hours/month
Pros: Flexibility, pay-as-you-go
Cons: Less continuity, slower onboarding
Best for: Regular, ongoing help without a full-time commitment
Examples: 20 hours/week or 80 hours/month
Use Cases: Email management, scheduling, social media, customer support.
Best for: Scaling businesses needing a fully integrated team member
Examples: 40 hours/week or 160 hours/month
Pros: Deep integration, higher productivity, faster ROI
Cons: Higher cost, requires more onboarding upfront
Global Hola works with small and medium-sized businesses to build great teams. We also provide a risk-free period so you can work with us without risk for 2 weeks.
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Virtual assistant packages often cover a wide range of services. Common tasks include:
Administrative: Email inbox, calendar scheduling, data entry
Customer Service: Responding to inquiries, managing tickets, follow-ups
Marketing Support: Social media scheduling, basic graphic design, content research
E-commerce: Order tracking, product listing updates, returns processing
Sales Support: CRM updates, lead follow-up, appointment setting
Some providers also include:
Weekly reports
Dedicated supervisor or account manager
Tools and software (Trello, Slack, Zoom, CRM platforms)
At Global Hola, we include all of these in our support packages, including a client dashboard where you can see of your support.
Hourly: $6–$15/hr (offshore), $25–45/hr (U.S.-based)
Part-Time (80 hrs/month): $500–$1,200
Full-Time (160 hrs/month): $1,200–$2,500
At Global Hola, our packages start at part-time support at $8/hour.
Location (Philippines, Latin America, US)
Type of work (Admin vs. Tech vs. Sales)
Experience level
Language proficiency
Management support and supervision
Think through your day-to-day. What can be delegated? Email? Social media? Client follow-ups?
Avoid under- or overcommitting. You want enough hours to make a difference, but not so many that your VA sits idle.
If you want to avoid payroll, training, and hiring headaches, a managed VA service (like Global Hola) can save you time and stress.
Transparent pricing
No hidden fees or long-term contracts
Clear scope of work
Support and communication (weekly reports, supervisor oversight)
Backup/replacement policy
Providers like Global Hola, ThereIsTalent, and OnlineJobs.ph all offer VA packages, but their approach and level of support vary widely.
At Global Hola, we offer fully managed VA packages designed for growing businesses. Unlike freelance platforms or bare-bones recruiters, we don’t just place talent—we stay involved.
Full onboarding & training support
Performance tracking and weekly reports
All-in pricing (no surprises)
Bilingual VAs from the Philippines or Latin America
Replacement guarantee if things don’t work out
We make it easy for small businesses to scale without getting bogged down in hiring or HR.
