10 virtual assistant industry job trends for 2018 10 Virtual Assistant Industry Job Trends for 2018 | Page 6

4). A Growing Industry By Virtalent estimates that  online virtual assistant services will reach USD 5 billion in this year alone. Hiring a VA or virtual secretary can benefit SMEs, MSMEs and those who find it tough to hire a full time worker in the direct payroll. Additionally, online talent marketplaces like Fiverr and PeoplePerHour are also on the rise.