The Ultimate Guide to Becoming a Virtual Assistant
“How does one get started in the Virtual Assistant Training Programme”?
The VA Internship Training will help your business grow each and every day. The training modules are set up for a 30-day journey (or whatever speed you learn at) that will steer you to the dream of your very own Virtual Assistant Business.
Simple and manageable steps in 20 comprehensive modules will help you transform your vision into reality. The Virtual Assistant (VA) Internship Training include being exposed to value-Added and critical productivity tools you may need to broaden your expertise and service offering to a wider cross-section of potential clients.
The VA Online training is designed in a fun, easy to use, hands-on format for you to get your VA business up and running quickly, yet thoroughly. Each training module combines step by step instructions, exercises and videos for you to have practical work skills development and experience in working with clients!
Not only will it keep you well-organized and motivated, but you will also have the best and most comprehensive support to build, maintain, and grow your business in as little as 30 days.
IN ADDITION, you will have help to guide you and keep you on a straight and narrow path to success . . . Everything you need to get started is in the training modules and will become an everyday business reference resource for growing your business. Completing up to the Level III Training Module will allow you to:
- Setup the operations of your VA Business easily and with confidence.
- Write a business plan that you can implement immediately to help you reach your business goals!
- Help you figure out what services you should offer.
- Find your own service niche in the VA industry and hone your target market.
- Teach you how to set your pricing in an attractive way for clients to buy.
- Establish yourself as a GURU in your field, so you will attract new and better-qualified clients.
- Effortlessly spread the word about your business via online marketing techniques.
- Build a loyal base of prospective clients who are ready to hire you and keep retaining your services month after month.
- Create your storefront by helping you to develop a business website to attract or create new revenue streams online.
- Learn to work with contracts and all the legalies that ensure your business is safe and secure!
- Learn how to gain loyal clients through social networks including Facebook, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Twitter, etc.
- Save you thousands of dollars by developing your own marketing kit, from logos and brochures to trade-show presentations and press releases for tons of additional exposure which mean traffic directed towards your business.
- AND much more . . . !?
How Does the Virtual Assistant (VA) Internship Training Work?
VAPS Internship & VA Agents Business & Technology Skills Development (BTSD) Training is a step-by-step system that provides focused productivity & technical skilld exposure, with valuable and practical guidance for starting your very own successful Virtual Assistant Business as easy as 1,2,3:
1. Complete the Orientation & Assessment Training Workshop Module(s) . . . this will determine your readiness to engage clients, or set you on the path to developing proficiency in your focus VA Skills Training;
2. On completion and qualification assessments of the Orientation Programme, you will be invited to participate in the Agency Internship & VA Training Programme at Level I or II;
3. Level III – Begin engaging Clients and income generating activities from your focus VA Skills-Set(s) as work towards establishing your own VA Agency and Business.
Support Resources & Business Tools for VAs include:
- Your own Webpage or Store with Website Administrative & Management Training;
- Social Media & Commercial Marketing Tools for Your VA Business Promotions;
- Legal Contracts & Business Documents for formal business and client relations;
- Business & Client Management Systems (CMS) for Invoicing & Monitoring Controls;
- Project Management and Network Expertise, Out-Sourcing & Resources Support;
- Client Websites, Sales Funnels & Online Marketing Support & Training for VAs;
- . . . and lots more . . . !
* This training provides a most proficient and effective way to blaze the road to success in your new VA Business is to have all the tools and resources you need at your fingertips . . . with focus on “learning through doing”!
VA Level II & III – Begin engaging Clients and income generating activities from your focus VA Skills-Set(s) as work towards establishing your own VA Agency and Business.
Support Resources & Business Tools for VAs include:
- Your own Webpage, Store or Website with Web-Administration & Management Training;
- Social Media & Commercial Marketing Tools for Your VA Business Promotions;
- Legal Contracts & Business Documents for formalizing business and client relationships;
- Business & Client Management Systems (CMS) for Invoicing & Monitoring Controls;
- Project Management and Network Expertise, Out-Sourcing & Resources Support;
- Client Websites, Sales Funnels & Online Marketing Support & Training for VAs;
- . . . and lots more . . . !
1. VA Business Resources
The VA Internship Training provides access to valuable business templates, e-books, tutorials, charts, checklists, articles, and even Virtual Assistant Business Contracts. These helpful resources further helps you operate your new Virtual Assistant Business. Included are bonus training videos and hot topics from business professionals in our Agency Resources Network.
2. Access to Private Support
VA Interns & Agents get PRIVATE access to a specifically created Library of tools designed to boost, motivate and encourage Virtual Assistants just starting out. You get to network with others who are starting out just like you, to PRIVATELY share, connect and learn from each other. Continued support and answers to any question or need from our technical experts as well as other members just like you. Get access to marketing knowledge and a wealth of information on starting up and running a successful Virtual Assistant Business.
3. Virtual Assistant Business Plan
For a limited time, we are including access to a completed VA business plan together with financials for your own successful Virtual Assistant business.
Create your own Virtual Assistant business plan by simply substituting your personal and business information, market statistics, service list and whatever else you wish to change to end up with a business plan that fits your own Virtual Assistant Business.
4. Exclusive Discounts from Our Premium Partners
Discount Coupons / Special Offers from our many Premium Partners including training tools and business management products.
What would a membership be without its perks? . . . As a member of our exclusive VA Agency and Internship training programme, you get special access to a steady stream of perks that you can add to your marketing arsenal.
5. Perpetual Access to the VA Training Programmes
(PRICELESS!) You will have continuous access to all the training modules and business resources, and will be able to log in anytime you like and access the Virtual Assistant training programmes anytime from wherever you are.
Training resources are continually updated with information to help get your business started. As a Network Resources Member or VAPS Agent, you will also have access to all the new updates . . . How cool is that?
6. VA Business Website
You’ll finally have that website you’ve always dreamed of having ready to sell your services online! . . . You heard me right … with this Virtual Assistant Internship & training programme, you get to work on your own starter website (your storefront) because without it you’ll never be considered credible online. Every marketer knows that TRUST = BUY when it comes to selling your services online.
You won’t find another Virtual Assistant training programme online that offers all the training plus your own website and everything you need to get your VA business up and running in no time!
Included with this website package:
- Your first 6 months of Web Hosting Free;
- Install of your WordPress Website with Self-Hosted Email Addresses;
- Easy to Use Website Builder to make your learning & work light & easy;
- Added Productivity Plugins and Web Tools as key assets of our hosting package;
- All needed training and support to get you setup and productive in the shortest time.
7. Coaching Sessions
You will receive 2 private coaching sessions to assist you in the start-up of your Virtual Assistant Business.
- Let’s Get Started Coaching Session during the first month of your programme to help you get organized and started on the right track.
- Wrapping It Up Coaching Session when you’ve completed the training programme to help you to continue to fly solo with confidence in your new Virtual Assistant Business.
8. Membership
To help you really knock it out of the ballpark, we give you a 3-month membership to the Agency Members Club. This will help keep you accountable with extra group coaching calls during your first months starting up.
- Access to the Exclusive Members Club includes: VA Jobs Board, Group Coaching, Training Tracks, Personal Collaboration, Business Templates, Video Archives, eBooks, checklists, worksheets & Bonus Resources. . . PLUS access to BONUSES & Business Tools Discount. ?
HERE’S A LIST OF POPULAR VA & INTERNET MARKETING SERVICES
Affiliate Marketing & Management
Blog Creation & Maintenance
Business Branding
Content Management System Maintenance
Email Marketing Campaigns
Ghostwriting
Graphic Design
Joint Ventures
List Building
Newsletter Creation & Distribution
Online Promotions & Contest Creation
Pay Per Click Setup & Maintenance
Podcast Production & Marketing
Social Media Marketing
Press Release Services
Product Packaging, Design & Distribution
Search Engine Optimization
Search Engine Marketing Services
Shopping Cart Services
Social Network Setup & Maintenance
Video Production & Marketing
Web Hosting & Domain Registration
Web Marketing
Webpage Sales Copywriting
Web Analytics Setup & Monitoring
WordPress Design & Maintenance.
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So how much is this Business Start-up System gonna cost?
What if I told you it would cost you less than a days’s wages of what you would charge when your Virtual Assistant business is up and running? That’s right, less than one day (3-5 hrs.) of your time!
The cost of the VA Training is half a day’s work you would charge if you were already working as a VA!
- The FIRST OPTION is for the do-it-yourself type of entrepreneur who just needs a blueprint to guide them in the right direction. You’ll receive everything you need to help you get your business up and running in 30 days.
- The SECOND OPTION is for those who require a bit more personalized (1-on-1) coaching support throughout your journey. This is a blended training module with a combination of in-house (in-office) and at-home (online) training exercises that are guaranteed to best hone your practical work-skills and technical expertise.
- If you are passionate about launching your VA Career into high gear no matter what obstacles lay ahead of you, VAPS has put together a Special VIP Virtual Assistant Internship Training Package just for those who need that extra supportive coaching, hand holding and direction in their startup. Maybe even a motivational cheer or kick now and then too! ?
VA AGENT INTERNSHIP Orientation Workshop (Level 1)
Orientation & Introductory VA Training & Assessment Workshop(s) Module.
Special VA AGENCY Associate (CDC)
Programme Offer:
VA (I-III) INTERNSHIP – Virtual Assistant (VA) Tech-Skills, Office Admin. & Online CRM Training.
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LEARN TO EARN INCOME FROM HOME
Be a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT (VA) & Online CRM Manager:
LEARN TO USE:
- Technology, Computing & Social Media Marketing Tools;
- Learn Office Productivity, Facilitation & Marketing Skills;
- Enhance Office Skills – Administrative, Operational & Management.
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LEARN TO EARN INCOME FROM HOME
Become a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT (VA) & Online CRM Manager:
This Training Programme will introduce and prepare trainees for the workplace, targeting the necessary skills that would be valuable for the office administrative & business environment.
Participants are introduced to various business tools, productivity skills, office equipment and instruments of everyday use in the business environment to develop business awareness, functional skills and self-confidence in interfacing and interacting with everyday business support, facilitation, administrative and management activities:
Level I – LEARN TO USE:
- Technology, Computing & Social Media Marketing Skills & Tools;
- Learn Office Productivity, Facilitation & Marketing Tools & Skills;
- Enhance Office Administrative, Operational & Management Skills.
Level II – BUSINESS SKILLS TRAINING:
- Business Technology & Online Marketing Tools;
- Business & Entrepreneurial Skills Development;
- Business Presentation and Interview Preparation;
- Project Planning and Time Management.
Level III – ᴊᴏɪɴ ᴏᴜʀ ᴠᴀ ᴛᴇᴀᴍ ᴀɴᴅ sᴛᴀʀᴛ ᴇᴀʀɴɪɴɢ ɪɴᴄᴏᴍᴇ ғʀᴏᴍ ʜᴏᴍᴇ:
- Document Typing, Formatting & Presentation;
- Spreadsheet Development, Invoicing & Accounting;
- Social Media Marketing, Promotions & Management;
- Business Website Development, Design & Maintenance;
- Graphics Design, Desktop Publishing & Printing Services;
- Business Support, Project Scheduling, Planning & Management;
- ESTABISHING & RUNNING YOUR OWN VA BUSINESS.
© VAPS – Professional VA Business Services.
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Hey there! . . . I’m sure you are here because you’d want more information about how you can start working from the comfort of your own home. As cheesy as it may sound, but you are in luck, my friend! . . . In this guide, you will learn:
- The answers to frequently asked work from home questions;
- How to identify your strengths and weaknesses so you know what you can offer;
- Where to find clients looking for Virtual Assistants . . . so let’s get started…
What is a Virtual Assistant?
The term Virtual Assistant has evolved through all these years, but let me give you 3 practical definitions from credible Virtual Assistant mentors:
“If someone asks me what’s a Virtual Assistant, I tell them they are somebody who works from home and they support online businesses and that could be administrative, technical, social media. That’s how I would describe it.” ~ Susan Mershon, PMP, The Techie Mentor |
“A Virtual Assistant is somebody who can assist another person online with something and that could be anything whether it’s an administrative service, a creative service, a marketing service, and people even have concierge service online now.” ~ Michelle Dale, Virtual Miss Friday |
“A Virtual Assistant is pretty much like a corporate PA, but with a wider skillset and operating from a home based office for a variety of clients, rather than just one boss.” ~ Kathie Thomas, A Clayton’s Secretary |
Based on these definitions, we can say that a Virtual assistant is a hired professional skilled for performing various tasks to support an offshore or local client with their business through internet technology.
What Are The Types of Virtual Assistants?
Virtual Assistants can be classified into 3 types: Employees, Independent Contractors and Subcontractors.
Employee VAs
| An employee is hired for a specific job or to provide labor and who works in the service of someone else (the employer). |
| RELATED TERMS | ADVANTAGES | DISADVANTAGES |
|---|---|---|
| Worker, Staff Member, Laborer | Enjoys the perks of an employee as mandated by law | Inflexible work hours |
| Streamlined training is provided | Variety of task may be limited | |
| Focused on one employer | Can not work for another employer |
Employee VAs are either based in an office or work from home. Some companies who hire employee VAs train their staff in their office and later give them the option to work from home.
Independent Contractor VAs
| An independent contractor is a person who contracts to perform services for others without having the legal status of an employee. |
| RELATED TERMS | ADVANTAGES | DISADVANTAGES |
|---|---|---|
| Freelancers, Self-employed, Consultants, Business Owners | Limitless number of clients and earnings | Pays own tax and other costs related to work such as internet subscription |
| You set your own terms when it comes to your time and rate | No “employee benefits” | |
| You are not limited to work with only one client | You invest in your own training |
Subcontractor VAs
| Subcontractors undertake a contract from an independent contractor. |
| RELATED TERMS | ADVANTAGES | DISADVANTAGES |
|---|---|---|
| Freelancers, Self-employed, Consultants, Business Owners | Limitless number of clients and earnings | Pays own tax and other costs related to work such as internet subscription |
| You set your own terms when it comes to your time and rate | No “employee benefits” | |
| You are not limited to work with only one client | You invest in your own training |
What Are The Usual Tasks of Virtual Assistants?
Virtual Assistant tasks depend on a VA’s specialization and the requirement of the client. Here is an example of a few tasks that VAs usually do:
| ADMINISTRATIVE & PERSONAL ASSISTANCE | DIGITAL MARKETING | CUSTOMER SUPPORT | SALES SUPPORT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calendar Management | Article/ Blog post Writing | Support Ticket Management | Cold Calling/Telemarketing |
| Email Management | Website Management | Live Chat Support | Identifying Sales Opportunities |
| Travel/Booking Assistance | Search Engine Optimization | Inbound/Outbound Call Support | Leads Generation |
| Appointment Setting | Copywriting | Forum/Membership Site Management | |
| Database Management | List Building | ||
| Internet Research | Social Media Management | ||
| MS Office Formatting Tasks | Pay-per-click Advertising |
Who Needs The Services of a Virtual Assistant?
With the booming industry of Virtual Assistance, I can say that there will never be scarcity in clients who are willing to hire a Virtual Assistant. Here’s a list of typical clients:
| BUSINESS OWNERS | PROFESSIONALS |
|---|---|
| Coaches | Engineers |
| Affiliate Marketers | Doctors |
| Retail Store Owners | Dentists |
| Digital Marketers | Lawyers |
| Virtual Assistant Agencies | Fellow Virtual Assistant |
How Much Do Virtual Assistants Earn?
Earnings of a Virtual Assistant can be compared to earnings of any professional. It depends on various factors like:
- competitiveness of your rates
- services you offer or your specialization
- number of clients you have
- your personal traits and professionalism
So, really, your earnings as a Virtual Assistant are limitless. The only thing that will limit your earnings is (wait for it) – you.
What Are The Things You Need To Have To Become a Virtual Assistant?
Don’t worry too much about the things you “need” before you even start because you will actually figure out what you need as you go along your Virtual Assistant journey. There are 6 essential things that you must have, 3 of which can be easily bought while the other 3 are things you either have or don’t . . . ?
- Reliable computer and stable internet connection;
- Work for hire agreement template;
- Tools: Gmail, Skype, and PayPal, etc.;
- Positive attitude & work ethic;
- Resourcefulness;
- Right Mindset;
The next phase of The Ultimate Guide To Becoming a Virtual Assistant, proposes that you identify your strengths and weaknesses in relation to your professional skills and personal traits through good old classic S.W.O.T. Analysis.
This is something that guides you in taking on projects requiring skills that you never learned or can’t perform very well, or just don’t like doing it . . . or simply isn’t one of your strengths.
For this reason, it is highly recommended that you do this activity before even jumping into the Professional VA Marketplace.
Why is it important to exactly know your strengths and weaknesses? Well, let’s call this soul-searching from a career perspective . . . You have to seriously think about it so you can understand yourself better and come up with a better decision (if not the best) for your future. ?
In identifying your strengths, you’ll be able to:
- know what you have to offer and have confidence knowing that you really are good at a certain task;
- not just settle with being good but continue to excel, level up and be even better;
- find every opportunity to showcase your talent . . .
On the other hand, if you know your weaknesses, you’ll be able to:
- stop frustrating yourself and others for not doing something that meets your/their expectations;
- politely bail out on projects you can’t contribute to;
- look for an opportunity to turn your weakness into something positive . . .
To get started, I’ll give you a few questions to think about, examples and scenarios that will help you fill out that blank S.W.O.T. sheet.
Strengths
Now is the time to put on your game face, look in the mirror and try to remember all your glory days in your university, community, organization and corporate jobs. Ask yourself this question: “What kind of awesomeness did I do that made me deserve an accolade(s)?” Recall every standing ovation-worthy feedback you received from your professor, mentor, boss, friends, relatives, and clients. This can include any or all the following:
- your achievements
- your certifications
- your values
- your positive personal traits
- also, the things you love doing
Example:
- I led a fundraiser for 10 children with cancer that helped them pay for their medical bills for 3 months.
- I am a registered nurse.
- I am committed to delivering excellent output all the time.
- I believe that being honest is the most important thing in life.
- I love everything that requires me to think outside of the box.
Weaknesses
This can be the most difficult thing to do because honestly, it’s scary to know what you’re not good at and the reason you suck at it. Just face up your fear, have an open mind and be honest in doing this. A good question to start with is: “What are some of the things I hate doing? . . . I hate it so much that I’ve always put it aside and never finished them.” Consider the following as well:
- your negative personal traits;
- things that other people outperform you in;
- gaps and deficiencies in your skills and knowledge;
- not so good things you’ve heard about you from other people such as your professor, mentor, boss, friends/non-friends, relatives and clients.
Example:
- I hate it when people don’t get what I mean despite giving very detailed information;
- Most people can easily strike a conversation with anybody while I can’t;
- I think I have a fear called “techno-phobia”;
- I can be aloof, shy and timid at times so my colleagues find me unapproachable;
If you are really stuck with this, ask for feedback from close friends, relatives, and former colleagues. This will eliminate the process of digging out old memories. Plus, it’s a good way to catch up. You can offer them something in return too for giving you genuine feedback and for having the time to do it.
Let’s backtrack a little and define what S.W.O.T. analysis is: S.W.O.T. analysis is a study undertaken by an organization to identify its internal strengths and weaknesses, as well as its external opportunities and threats.
Considering you are someone new in the VA industry, let me help you fill out the external aspects of S.W.O.T. analysis (Opportunities and Threats) by giving you examples:
Opportunities
- The entrepreneurial mindset is spreading like wildfire. Startups and small to medium-sized business owners are looking for Virtual Assistants. Therefore, it is safe to conclude that the Virtual Assistant industry is growing. Let me quote Michael Hyatt “I’m convinced that virtual assistants are the future.” Enough said.
- There is a lot of free and paid information available online in the form of mentors, networking groups, and bloggers who are willing to share what they know. You can use this to your advantage. Keyword: resourcefulness.
Threats
- The growing demand for VAs will definitely make way for more competitors;
- Competitors offering lower rates might make it harder to convey professional value to clients.
There goes your S.W.O.T. analysis. How we wish it was that simple. But actually, it doesn’t end here…
No matter how your S.W.O.T. analysis ended up looking, here’s a list of some general questions that you should ask yourself to help you integrate everything.
- How can I improve my strengths further?
- How can I let go of my weaknesses or limiting beliefs?
- Where do I get help? Are all the information I need available online?
- Do I have to get a mentor or do I have to go back to school?
- Is there an opportunity or a need for my current skills?
Ready to get started? Do your personal SWOT analysis now to gain clarity on your goals towards a successful Virtual Assistant career.
. . . “Know yourself. Don’t accept your dog’s admiration as conclusive evidence that you are wonderful.” ~ Ann Landers
I know . . . You will never be a Virtual Assistant … Unless a client hires your services. But where do you look for clients who are willing to pay for your services?
Let me help you with that. I have compiled a list of more than 30 sites where you can find clients looking for Virtual Assistants:
Agencies
These are staffing agencies who will get you as either a subcontractor or an independent contractor and match your skills to the VA requirements of their clients. One of the good things about working with agencies is you never have to worry about getting scammed by a client because they do all the appropriate background check on your clients. Plus, you will forever be in their active list, so, when you end a contract with a client, they will find a new one for you.
1. Connected Women
Connected Women is currently in beta but once you sign up, you will get matched with a woman entrepreneur and work as a home-based professional. Discover online jobs in admin, customer service, marketing or editorial.
2. Remote Staff
Remote Staff gives you a chance to embrace global opportunities and expand your career choices while doing all this from the comfort of your own home. Client’s needs and professional’s skills are matched in the fields of IT, marketing, or office administration.
2. Virtual CoWorker
Australian company Virtual CoWorker has clients in Australia, Canada, UK and USA, and recruits home-based professionals. Jobs range from Virtual Assistants in administration and marketing to SEO specialists and Web Developers.
4. Outsource Workers
Australian company Outsource Workers provides Virtual Assistants for agents and agencies in Australia’s Real Estate market. Professional VAs must be fluent in oral and written English and able to do administrative and marketing tasks.
5. Task Bullet
American company Task Bullet has a wide variety of VA tasks in different industries such as administrative support, marketing services, social media, real estate, customer service, accounting, transcription, sales, data entry and more.
6. Remote WorkMate
Australian company Remote WorkMate targets home-based professionals to service Australian businesses and entrepreneurs. VA jobs are wide-ranging such as personal assistant, sales staff, content writing, online marketing, web and mobile development, accounting, graphic arts and more. See their job openings here.
7. MyOutdesk
MyOutdesk offers professional Virtual Assistants jobs for the USA and Canada Real Estate agents. VAs can do full-time general administrative tasks of daily paperwork transactions, or set appointments for agents either full-time or part-time. Both entail five to 7-day training about the North American real estate industry.
8. Outsourcely
Outsourcely is a BPO company specializing in Engineering and Science, Information Technology, and Customer Service. VA jobs can be as varied translation and languages, sales and marketing, content writing, administrative support, web development, programming, design and multimedia and many more.
9. VA Staffer
VA Staffer is an American company that offers home-based and in office jobs. Some of the common tasks their clients seek are administrative work, data entry, social media marketing, SEO content marketing, product research, sales and advertising, and customer/client calls. See their job openings here.
10. The VA Hub
The VA Hub matches clients with a home-based professionals in the field of marketing, sales, administration, and lead management. They have in-house training to prepare the VA for the industry and every client need. Apply here.
11. Virtual Staff Finder
Virtual Staff Finder offers a variety of home-based jobs for Virtual Assistants. Some common jobs are administrative work, SEO and content marketing, video editing, brand marketing and sales, customer service among others. See their job openings here.
12. Virtual Assistant Talent
Virtual Assistant Talent provides fully managed virtual assistants to help businesses stand out, get more clients, and make more sales. Virtual Assistant Talent is dedicated to helping small business owners, real estate investors, real estate agents, physicians, and others to grow and expand their businesses. Visit their site here.
13. 5 Star VAs
5 STAR VAs is a Philippines based outsourcing company specializing in providing Professional Filipino Virtual Assistants to Entrepreneurs and Businesses that wish to leverage their time and save on their staffing costs. See their job openings here.
14. Hello Rache
Hello Rache provides medical and dental professionals with Healthcare Virtual Assistants (HVAs) to improve workflow, save time, and make more money by removing the burden of in-room EMR documentation and other back-office tasks. Apply here.
Freelancing Platforms
Freelancing platforms must be the most popular way to get online work. It has its pros and cons but let’s talk about that another time. Here’s a list of freelancing sites:
15. Freelancer
Freelancer has one of the world’s largest networks of employers and freelancers numbering to more than 17 million in 247 countries. You can be as specific as you want with the type of job, working hours, price range and duration of a project when you sign up. Visit their site here.
16. Upwork
Upwork (formerly Odesk) boasts of more than 4+ million clients worldwide, each continuously searching for a freelancer that matches their need. Industries and projects are varied such as software development for web & mobile, IT, networking & analytics, engineering, architecture & design, writing & translation, legal & administration, customer service & sales, consulting and more. Visit their site here.
17. Easy Outsource
Getting your skills out in the market is as easy as posting your skills & profile and waiting for a match with Easy Outsource. Be a Virtual Assistant for administration & customer service, English tutorial, content writing, advertising, marketing & sales, web & software development, graphic & multimedia arts, finance, project management and more. Visit their site here.
18. PeoplePerHour
Virtual Assistants at PeoplePerHour are called sellers, that’s because you have a service to sell which you post in the Hourlies. You can also view jobs posted by Buyers, prospective employers, who also browse the Hourlies for their need. You career builds up as buyers rate you per project. It’s a vast community and jobs are as varied as the skills. Visit their site here.
19. Fiverr
Fiverr is a free community where you can choose from more than 100 categories to promote your skills for more than a million people worldwide to view. It’s as easy as Get Listed, Get Promoted, Do the Job, and Get Paid. Visit their site here.
20. 199Jobs
199 Jobs is a Philippine platform for Filipinos to sell their services at P199 per project, but sellers can price their project at P199 intervals, e.g. P199 for every 200 words. The aim is to get as many projects at the right price, thus 10 projects a week can give you P1990 less fees. Visit their site here.
21. Appen
Appen is a global leader in the development of high-quality, human-annotated datasets for machine learning and artificial intelligence. When you join Appen, you’ll be part of a collaborative, diverse organization, where we value entrepreneurship, and enjoy a flexible work environment. See their job openings here…
Job Listing Sites
Just because you are looking for a work-from-home opportunity, it doesn’t mean that you won’t find them on job listing sites. So, go ahead and visit the following sites and use search terms like “Virtual Assistants”, work-from-home, remote work, and other related terms…
22. Monster
Monster still lists quality VA jobs generally in the field of office administration, sales, accounting, research and graphic arts. Clients are mostly from the USA. Search jobs here.
23. Indeed
Indeed is easy to use, just type in keywords for your skill or job and location and a list of jobs matches your keywords as well as a few more that are similar. Create a profile to receive emails and for clients to view you. Search jobs here.
24. JobStreet
Sign up and create your personal page on JobStreet to view jobs that match your skill and view prospective clients as well. Sign up here.
25. Craigslist
You can advertise your skills on Craigslist and view job postings for VAs as well. Search jobs here.
26. OnlineJobs.Ph
The site has a large database and a wide variety of online jobs for home-based Filipino professionals. You can browse all jobs that are available per segment or select keywords that match your skill. Search jobs here.
27. FlexJobs.com
Flexible, part-time and freelance are the keywords for FlexJobs.com. There is a membership fee but FlexJobs.com does the legwork and research for you to view company/job summary on their website. It’s an efficient way to view jobs in more than 30 industries. Search jobs here.
28. JobsDB
JobsDB is a search engine and jobs listing site. Type in the keywords and location and you see a list of jobs that match your skills. Company summaries and job details are available for viewing. Search jobs here.
29. Virtual Office Temps
Virtual Office Temps has a certification program for VAs looking for jobs and projects in clerical and data entry for the legal and medical industry, and many more. The certification is composed of 16 questions which any VA can complete easily. Search jobs here.
Virtual Assistance Companies
There are Virtual Assistant companies who are expanding and looking for new team members to grow their VA business. This is a good opportunity for you to be part of a team who will support you. Just make sure you are clear about what you can bring to the table.
30. EzyVA
EzyVA deals closely with its 300 client companies and businesses. It has a system with managers to assist VAs in servicing clients. EzyVA has teams for web design & management, graphics and multimedia arts, SEO & social media, telemarketing, accounting, administration and many more. Visit their site here.
31. Virtual Office Angels
Virtual Office Angels is an Australian company which targets professional Virtual Assistants from the Philippines. VA jobs depend on vacancies and as varied as office administration, telemarketing, content marketing, accounting and medical or legal data entry. Visit their site here.
32. Worldwide101
Worldwide101 gives high quality and assurance service to its clients worldwide. VA applicants need to go through a selection process that includes two video interviews. There’s an orientation program for new members and who work a minimum of 20 hours per week. Visit their site here.
Virtual Assistant Forums
Virtual Assistant forums are not just a good way to network with fellow Virtual Assistants, but it’s also an alternative way to get clients to work with.
33. A Clayton’s Secretary
This Australia-based company offers secretarial and administrative support for home-based businesses. Membership has a fee but its network, coaching and assist system is worth the small fee. Join here. Note: Most (if not all) work opportunities here are for Virtual Assistants based in Australia but it’s definitely worth looking into if only for the coaching opportunity.
34. VA Networking
This Canada-based VA Networking offers many Virtual Assistant tips and insights. It has training kits and webinars too. Membership is free. Join here.
35. Virtual Assistant Forums
The site is an active exchange of views, tips leads, and listings of VA jobs worldwide. It’s a network worth joining and being active in. Join here.
36. International Virtual Assistants Association
IVAA aims to educate and develop the home-based and VA profession with various material like newsletters, webinars, conferences, and other training programs. As well as educate affiliate businesses on the advantages of having a professional VA on their team. Membership has fees for categories of Student, Trial, and Regular. Join here.
37. Facebook Group: Philippine Virtual Assistant Network
A Facebook group with members mostly Virtual Assistants from the Philippines. PVAN offers tips, insights, and answers to your VA career questions. Join here.
38. Facebook Group: Filipina Homebased Moms
A feel-good network of Filipina homebased moms offering support and tips on how to work effectively from home. Join here.
39. Facebook Group: Filipino Freelancers with Australian Clients
A community of Filipino Freelancers with Australian Clients. Find remote work, connect directly to Australian Clients from various industry and seek advise from the community here.
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