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How to Become A Virtual Assistant

How to Become A Virtual Assistant

With so many possibilities of earning an income online, a simple way that stands out is working as a virtual assistant. This is operating from a remote location while offering services to clients in several parts of the world. Want to start working as a virtual assistant? Here's how to get started in 6 simple steps.

Samantha Burris

March 25, 2017
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  1. Becoming a virtual assistant isn’t a cup of tea, but

    with the right guidance, lots of research, consistency, and persistence your business will soar. Are you ready to become a virtual assistant? Here are a few things to mull over.
  2.  Do You Really Want to Become A Virtual Assistant?

     What Can You Do As a Virtual Assistant?  How Fast Do You Wish to Get Started As a VA?  How Can You Get A Work Portfolio Up & Going?  How Do You Locate Clients Online?  Consider the Legal Requirements
  3. Do You Really Want to Become A Virtual Assistant? Start

    putting things down on paper and highlight a few reasons why becoming a virtual assistant is the best option for you and your family (if you have dependents).
  4. WHAT CAN YOU DO? ARE YOU WILLING TO LEARN? What

    are you good at? At your previous employment, what did you do? There are so many services you can offer online, so make a list of things you’re skilled at.
  5. HOW FAST DO YOU WISH TO GET STARTED? If you

    prefer to learn a marketable skill or how to become a VA using structured and organized information, buy a course. Books are cheaper and more detailed than courses. However, you might not learn what you need as fast as you need to. Are you hungry to become a virtual assistant? If you are, taking a course or reading books that directly address becoming a virtual assistant is a great way to start. Courses Books
  6. GET A WORK PORTFOLIO UP AND GOING A portfolio does

    not have to be a literal portfolio held in hand, but it could be a few samples of previously done work. If you don’t have a portfolio to showcase your talent and expertise, I suggest you get started now. Here are a few things you can do to build a portfolio: Get Some Practice Give Something Free for References Get a Website
  7. HOW TO LOCATE CLIENTS FOR YOUR VIRTUAL ASSISTANT BUSINESS Opportunities

    are endless. There are so many different platforms affording virtual nomads the opportunity to network and find prospects. Here are a few.
  8. BEAR IN MIND THE LEGAL ASPECTS OF THINGS If you

    want to learn more about the legal aspects of becoming a virtual assistant, I’d advise that you consult a legal professional who’ll be able to provide clear-cut information on legal matters in your country or state.
  9. FOR FURTHER READING WHAT NO ONE TOLD YOU ABOUT BECOMING

    A VIRTUAL ASSISTANT 132 SIMPLE AND TECHNICAL TASKS TO OUTSOURCE TO A VIRTUAL ASSISTANT + SERVICES VIRTUAL ASSISTANTS CAN OFFER TO BUSINESSES ONLINE 10 SIMPLE SMART SOCIAL WAYS TO PROMOTE YOUR CONTENT AFTER HITTING ‘PUBLISH’ HOW TO BECOME A VIRTUAL ASSISTANT: 6 STEPS TO GET YOU STARTED (DETAILED)