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Common modes of communication and data delivery include the Internet , File Transfer Protocol (FTP), and Fax machine. Although the occupation gives a degree of independence, work is on a contractual basis, and a long-lasting cooperation is standard. Typically, five years of administrative experience in an office is expected at such positions as Executive Assistant , Secretary , Legal Assistant , Paralegal , Legal Secretary , Real Estate assistant, or Office Manager .


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  • The traditional ''employee'' is managed and directed by the employer they work for. They are paid a salary with employment taxes deducted by the employer. Work is directed, managed and supervised by the employer.

  • A '' Temp '' worker is an employee of a Staffing Agency who goes on-site to employer (customer) premises. They are paid by the staffing agency they work for, while their on-site work and activities are managed, directed and supervised by the employer, who is a customer of the staffing agency.

  • A ''virtual assistant'' is an Independent Contractor , not an employee. They set their own rates, operating standards and policies, pay their own self-employment taxes, and manage the work and how it is carried out.



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