How to Start Working as a Virtual Assistant: Basics for Beginners

by Eiver Stevens, Eiver Stevens

If you’re interested in working at home in a legitimate job, starting a career as a virtual assistant (VA) can be the smartest decision you ever make, but only IF you investigate all of the aspects of what it will mean personally and professionally. There are a range of pros and cons to working as a VA. There are also a number of common errors that new VAs make which can mean all the difference between steady work and regular money coming in, versus a trickle of cash instead of a flow. Once you know what these mistakes are, you can avoid them and earn steadily as a valued VA. You don't need to have the best computer skills or writing skills in the world to be a VA. You do need to be organized and customer-service oriented. You must be able to manage your time efficiently, and meet any and all deadlines that you agree to. Having said that, you can work as little or as much as you want, whatever hours you wish in most cases. The best virtual assistants are able to command salaries comparable with personal assistants who are employed full-time in offices and chained to a desk nine to five. Virtual assistants can even earn six figures if they choose the right specialty, offering skills that are in high demand, and doing what they love all at the same time. If freedom, independence, and the ability to work when you want, with pleasant, well-paying clients, sounds like a great opportunity to you, download this no-fluff guide on how to start working as a virtual assistant and decide if this profitable career is right for you. ++++ Word Count=15,122 ++++ Table of Contents What’s in This Guide Introduction Chapter 1: What is a Virtual Assistant? Chapter 2: Getting Started Working from Home as a Virtual Assistant Chapter 3: Why You Should Consider Working from Home Chapter 4: A Day in the Life of a VA Chapter 5: Why You Should Choose a Niche Early Chapter 6: Administrative Consultant, VA or Something Else? What Should You Call Yourself? Chapter 7: 10 Top Branding Tips for Virtual Assistants Chapter 8: Key Personality Traits of a Successful Virtual Assistant Chapter 9: Common Mistakes to Avoid When Starting Your Virtual Assistant Business Chapter 10: Why You Probably Won’t Make Six Figures Your First Year Chapter 11: What To Do When Your Life Partner Doesn’t Support Your Dreams Conclusion Resources ++ About the Author Eiver is a life coach who and the author of more than 50 guides and courses that help empower people to transform their lives.

69 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 26, 2016

Reviews

[Nancy J. Britner · Rating 5 out of 5]

VA Points to Think About

I was an Assistant to the President before I retired. The decision to work virtually to bring in additional revenue interested me. But, I was not sure if I wanted to have my own business. This book helped me decide that I would rather work for a freelance company to start. This would help me get a feel for the virtual work world before jumping into my own business.

[Benedicte Brou · Rating 5 out of 5]

Best VA Guide

Best VA guide I’ve ever read so far. Very useful and well written. Author tackles various issues and provide solutions.

[Cheri · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good advice

Gives basics of what is needed to be a VA. Author should have proofed better before publishing. There are a lot of spelling and grammar mistakes