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Hiring Intelligently & Ethically
If you’re on this page, you’re after more than just ‘help’—you’re gunning for game-changing support. Fed up with the sea of ‘INTERESTED’ comments in Facebook groups and navigating the maze that is Upwork? You don’t need to tell me. You’re seeking a personalized, high-quality hiring journey.
That’s where we come in.
‘We’ being team DNK, and our thousands of highly vetted and trained Virtual Excellence Academy alumni. Our freelancers and Virtual Assistants hail from 150+ countries, with skills and specializations just as diverse.
Are you ready to hire intelligently AND ethically? Scroll down for how to do so!
I used Hannah’s VIP matchmaking service twice and on both occasions she provided me with outstanding virtual assistants. I’ve been working with both for some time now and they are just fantastic, we are even promoting one of them! Truly, I have had a lot of people recommend VAs to me, or point me to services that supposedly place good VAs, but Hannah has provided the best candidates I have ever worked with in my business.
Two Ways to Find Your Perfect VA/Freelancer:
FREE STANDARD JOB AD
Choose this option and get ready to elevate your team! Simply fill out the job form at the bottom of this page, and we’ll broadcast your opportunity excusively to our Virtual Excellence Academy graduates. Now, while we can’t promise a match made in heaven (due to the automated nature of this process), what we can assure is a caliber of applicants that’ll make those random Facebook group postings look like child’s play. If you’ve got a good grip on what you need and can articulate it well, this option is tailor-made for you.
How This Magic Happens:
- Complete the nifty form at the bottom of this page.
- Your job ad goes live in our exclusive community within 24 hours.
- Sit back, relax, and watch your inbox fill up with stellar applications!
VIP MATCH MAKING SERVICE
Welcome to our VIP hiring experience, a fan-favorite where myself or Kim Gorchs help you find the perfect fit! Hop on a call with either me or Kim (dependant on availablity) to hash out your needs, or even to figure out what those needs are in the first place. This is the go-to service if you’re feeling a little jittery, unsure, or just swamped with tasks and want someone you can trust to spearhead your search. We know DNK’s students like the back of our hands and have this sixth sense for pairing the right folks together. It’s the ultimate no-risk way to nab one of our talented freelancers and VAs.
How to Hire Like a Pro:
- Hit the button below to book and pay for your one-on-one sesh with us.
- You’ll receive our PDF loaded with must-ask interview questions to help you pick a winner.
- We roll up our sleeves and dive into our talent pool, hand-picking only the crème de la crème for your business.
- You’ll get introduced to three perfect-fit freelancers/VAs, the toughest part will be choosing which to onboard!
- One hire per session is the name of the game. Need to bring on more talent? No sweat, just shoot an email to support@digitalnomadkit.com for a tailored quote.
Your Matchmakers 👇
Hi, I'm Hannah, the Founder of "Digital Nomad Kit" and Creator of "The Virtual Excellence Academy".
We help people build on skills they already have to become sought-after Virtual Assistants, financially free, location independent, and in control of their time. We're proud to support a diverse community of LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and neurodiverse students, and we partner with NGOs and government bodies to bring digital skills to young people who need them most.
When you hire through us, you get exceptionally trained talent from that same graduate community. Looking for top talent, without the cookie-cutter approach? Look no further.
This is the future of work.
Hi, I’m Kim, DNK's Business Manager and Creator of "The Empowered Freelancer".
With over a decade in business and freelancing, including helping clients land million-dollar investments and scale health tech startups, I bring that strategic edge to mentoring freelancers inside "The Virtual Excellence Academy". The Empowered Freelancer is my paid membership program helping freelancers bridge the gap between inner work and outer success.
I also blend business strategy with well-being. Through my background in yoga, meditation, and holistic health, I run monthly live Self-Care Connection Circles inside the VEA, a space for reflection, journaling, and growth alongside the business side.
Our VAs take care of your business and themselves.
Freelancing isn’t just about making a living; it’s about creating a life that feels as good as it looks.
Read before you proceed:
If you’re here to scout overseas talent at bargain-bin prices, we’re not the right fit for you. Our Virtual Excellence Academy trains professionals to price based on their skills and experience, not their geography. We’re committed to creating a marketplace that empowers individuals globally, shattering the cycle of poverty rather than perpetuating economic disparity.
We take pride in connecting clients with exceptional professionals who can genuinely contribute to business growth, regardless of where they’re located in the world. To that end, we won’t post job ads offering less than $15 per hour. For a clearer picture of fair compensation in our community, most of our VAs typically charge between $20-50 per hour, commensurate with their skills and experience.
Thank you so much for a superb experience. You are wonderful and the community you’ve built is saving entrepreneurs lives!
Hannah and her team is my go-to when I need to outsource tasks. They are excellent at training high-quality VAs and getting them ready for business. I am now working with two of DNK’s VAs on a retainer basis, and I have a network of others ready on demand. Tasks I have outsourced include but are not limited to setting up Dubsado for my clients, assistance with the websites we are hosting, frontend website development, copywriting, setting up an email outreach campaign, and inbox management. What is so special about Hannah is that she really takes the time to get to know her trainees. Whenever I am in need of an expert, Team DNK knows just the right person to help me out. My business wouldn’t run so smoothly without the help of DNK’s VAs
VIRTUAL ASSISTANT PERSPECTIVE:
DNK’s match-making service is unparalleled! Within the space of two weeks, Hannah connected me with two long-term and high-paying clients, both of whom I never would have found on my own. Not only do I support them as a VA, I’m also an integral part of their business operations and have found so much room to grow, something Hannah knew I was looking for. It was a perfect match and I’m super grateful.
Hannah’s service is fantastic and I do recommend it to all online business owners without any hesitation. The matchmaking process was 100% professional and indeed all I had to do was making a choice between three awesome candidates.
I have worked with several virtual assistants from DNK’s community over the years and I always send my clients and business friends Hannah’s way when they need online support for their business. They are very skilled, know the tools of the trade, and have competitive rates. I’ve continued to send people to Hannah’s VA community for 5+ years and will continue to do so as I’ve only received great feedback from clients who work with her community members. If you’re looking for a VA, hit up Hannah and Team DNK!
I am so grateful to have found Hannah! Thanks to her amazing network of highly trained and bountifully skilled VAs, I have found the BEST Online Business Manager/VA I could have ever dreamed of finding. I feel so supported, and things are rolling so smooth now! As a Transformational Business Coach, I work with Visionary Entrepreneurs around the world who are also in need of trustworthy and capable support, and it’s been invaluable to know I can reach out to Hannah to help my clients find some of the best & brightest VAs out there!
VIRTUAL ASSISTANT PERSPECTIVE:
I wrote out who my ideal client might be and I found them the next day in an VEA Inner Circle job post. They are the most awesome client who values me as an assistant and has referred me to their buds as well!
I can highly recommend Hannah and her team if you are looking to find the perfect VA for your business. Hannah asked me a few specific questions about my business and instantly referred me to my current VA. This was a dream connection. I have lost count of how many times I have heard from my fellow coaches or colleagues that they worked with multiple VAs before finally finding one which they could trust and work with. Thanks to Hanna’s and Team DNK’s brilliant VA matchmaking skills, my very first VA experience was fantastic
and I still work with exactly the same VA today!
Thanks again Hannah and team!
Core Values
…aka what makes us different?
Diversity & Inclusion
We’re a fully LGBTQIA+ team who have worked damn hard to ensure a safe space for all people, of all genders, colors and backgrounds. You can expect our VAs to come as diverse as it gets.
Fair Pay Advocacy
We don’t subscribe the narrative of ‘how much can I get for my money by exploiting those less privileged’. We’re about creating standards of excellence and work with those who also embody these values.
'Embrace Your Weird'
It’s our motto. You can even get the T-shirt. We train freelancers and VAs from a place of acceptance of self, all quirks included. Employers come to us seeking unique, confident VAs. No cookie-cutter BS here.
Two Ways to Find Your Perfect VA:
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our one-time headhunting and matchmaking service.
How long does it take to get applicants after posting a free job ad?
When you submit your job ad, we’ll ask you to include an application deadline so applicants know exactly when they need to apply. Most job ads begin receiving applications within a matter of days. The total number and speed of applications can vary depending on the role, pay, hours, experience required, and how specialized the position is.
What’s included in the $599 VIP service, and is there a guarantee if none of the three candidates are a fit?
The VIP service begins with a call with Hannah, where we’ll discuss your business, the role, your expectations, and exactly what you need from your new VA or freelancer. From there, we:
- Create an expertly written job post designed to attract the right applicants
- Share the opportunity directly with our VEA graduate community
- Review and assess the applicants
- Select three strong matches for you
- Send you a PDF with information about each candidate
- Provide recommended interview questions to help you confidently navigate the interview process
You’ll usually receive your three matches within two to three weeks, although we allow up to five weeks for more specialized roles. In practice, most clients receive their matches within around two weeks. You can then meet with the candidates and decide who feels like the strongest fit for your business. In the unlikely event that none of the first three candidates are suitable, we’ll send you additional matches. We’ve never needed to do this so far, but the option is there. It’s important to understand that DNK is not an ongoing staffing agency. The $599 is a one-time headhunting and matchmaking fee. Once you hire someone, there are no ongoing fees or percentages paid to DNK.
Can I hire more than one VA or freelancer through VIP?
The standard VIP service is designed to help you make one hire. If we determine during your initial matchmaking call that you need two people, we can find candidates for both roles for an additional $150. If you return later and need to hire another person for a completely separate role, this would be treated as a new VIP matchmaking service.
What hourly rate should I expect to pay?
Most of the VAs and freelancers in our community charge $20 per hour or more. Rates depend on experience, specialization, responsibilities, and the level of ownership required. As a general guide:
- General administrative support: approximately $20 to $35 per hour
- Experienced virtual assistants or executive assistants: approximately $30 to $50 per hour
- Social media, content, project management, or specialized support: approximately $35 to $65 per hour
- OBMs, strategists, automation experts, AI specialists, and senior consultants: approximately $50 to $100+ per hour
We’ll discuss your budget and expectations during the matchmaking call and help you understand what is realistic for the type of support you need.
Do I pay the VA directly, or does DNK handle payment and invoicing?
You pay your VA or freelancer directly. DNK helps you find and connect with the right person, but we do not manage their ongoing payments, contracts, hours, or invoices. You and the freelancer will agree on your own working arrangement once you decide to move forward. There are no additional DNK fees once the connection has been made.
What happens if I’m not happy with the VA after hiring?
We recommend beginning with a clearly defined paid trial period before committing to a longer-term working relationship. We can help you structure this trial during your matchmaking call, including the hours, tasks, expectations, and how you’ll assess whether the relationship is working. You’ll also receive three matches through the VIP service. If your first choice doesn’t work out, you may be able to reconnect with one of the other candidates, provided they are still available.
What countries and time zones are your VAs typically based in?
Our VAs and freelancers are located all over the world, with community members spanning more than 150 countries. We have a particularly strong presence across Europe and the Americas, but we also have talented professionals throughout Asia, Africa, Australia, and other regions. During your matchmaking call, we’ll discuss whether you need someone working in the same time zone, specific hours, or simply a few hours of daily crossover.
What kinds of tasks can a DNK-trained VA or freelancer handle?
Our community includes far more than traditional administrative VAs. Depending on your needs, you may be matched with: virtual assistants, executive assistants, online business managers, administrative specialists, social media managers, content creators and copywriters, project managers, community managers, customer support specialists, podcast and video support professionals, email marketing specialists, tech and automation experts, AI specialists, launch support professionals, and systems and operations specialists. Essentially, if a task can be completed remotely by a skilled freelancer, there is a strong chance we have someone in our community who can help.
