Philippines staffing guide
A content brief template a virtual assistant can actually use
Replace vague topic requests with a compact brief that defines the reader, evidence, structure, exclusions, and finish line.
Key takeaways
- Write the reader problem in one sentence.
- List required evidence and prohibited claims before drafting.
- Include acceptance checks, not just a word-count target.
Start with the reader decision
Name who the article is for, what prompted the search, and what the reader should be able to decide or do afterward. This gives the assistant a stronger compass than a keyword alone.
Specify evidence and boundaries
List preferred primary sources, the freshness window, and claims that require owner review. State whether prices, laws, statistics, competitor comparisons, or customer stories are allowed.
- Primary-source preference
- Cutoff date for time-sensitive facts
- Named escalation owner
Sketch the useful structure
Provide the central question, three to five supporting questions, and the desired next action. Let the writer improve headings when research suggests a clearer order, but require a note explaining material changes.
Define acceptance in observable terms
A completed draft should answer the brief, cite its claims, avoid unsupported promises, contain working internal links, and arrive with proposed metadata. These checks make review faster and coaching more specific.
Questions for the hiring call
"I want help with these tasks first: [tasks]. Here are examples of good work. Here is what you should send back for approval. Can you show me how you would handle the first three items?"
Use this on a call with a Philippines staffing provider or Filipino freelancer. It keeps the discussion on the work instead of broad promises.
FAQ
Should a brief prescribe every heading?
Only when the sequence is mandatory. Otherwise define the questions and let the writer organize the clearest answer.
What belongs in the exclusions field?
List off-topic angles, unsupported claims, restricted customer information, competitor assertions, and decisions reserved for the owner.
Sources
Use these references for background. Ask a qualified adviser about legal, tax, security, or worker-classification questions that apply to your company.
- U.S. Small Business Administration: guidance for hiring and managing a small-business team
- NIST Small Business Cybersecurity Corner: cybersecurity resources for small businesses