A White Glove Solution to Hiring Remote Workers with Tanika de Souza of High Octane Teams

We all hear the negatives of VAs and assistants. There are cultural inconsistencies. There are time differences that can't be avoided. You hire people to do XYZ, and they do ABC. When done right, hiring virtual assistants and remote workers is a game changer in the best possible way. But when it's not, it can create even more work for you in the long run. 

 

Here to tell us how they can make this entire process a bit easier for busy business owners is Tanika de Souza, founder of High Octane Teams.

 

High Octane Teams specializes in sourcing and curating top talent for diverse roles, offering a "white glove" solution to clients' team needs. Their service goes beyond mere matching; they provide vital training and ongoing support to foster successful working relationships. Their process includes rigorous candidate qualification, thorough background checks, and CV reviews, ensuring their clients a seamless, personalized hiring experience. 

 

But what truly distinguishes High Octane Teams is their dedication to building lasting connections with their remote workers, even if they eventually move on to other opportunities. They're a human resource company with both a brain and a heart, and it's this level of connection and loyalty that is the secret sauce that keeps clients coming back for more.

 

We also cover a common business pitfall: the belief that adding more people can solve operational challenges. Tanika highlights how this approach often misses the mark, as the root cause of productivity issues often lies in flawed systems, not personnel. Throwing more manpower at the problem without addressing the underlying systemic issues helps no one - and ultimately hinders growth.

 

Tune in to learn more about the value of skilled virtual assistants and how High Octane can help you with your next hire.

 

Episode Highlights:

• How High Octane Teams came to be

• Tips for monitoring remote productivity

• Tracking Time vs. Job Completion

• Interview Dos and Don’ts

• Why she’s slow to hire, quick to fire

• Her plans for certification programs

• The biggest changes she sees coming in the next five years of remote work

Favorite Quote:

"To me, it's not just checking the box on a skill. It's learning the person.”

 

Connect with Tanika:

https://highoctane.team   https://www.facebook.com/tanikabrewdesouza  https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanika-de-souza-ma-99b902196/ 

 

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