01/12/2019
HOW VIRTUAL ASSISTANCE CHANGE YOUR LIFE?
What is a Virtual Assistant?
According to Wikipedia Virtual assistant (typically abbreviated to VA, also called a virtual office assistant) is generally self-employed and provides professional administrative, technical, or creative (social) assistance to clients remotely from a home office. Because virtual assistants are independent contractors rather than employees, clients are not responsible for any employee-related taxes, insurance or benefits, except in the context that those indirect expenses are included in the VA's fees.
How to start becoming a Virtual Assistant?
Nowadays, many Filipinos are looking for opportunities online as Home-based workers and the reason behind was that they want to focus on the needs of their families especially those who have babies and it was hard for them to find trusted nannies. On the other hand, some reason is that they want to avoid hassle and additional stress like heavy traffic.
But the question is HOW to start on becoming a Virtual Assistant? First, you must have a reliable internet connection and PC/Laptop to be used as a VA. Second, you have to research what will be the different jobs you can apply online VA. Third, you can go to your social media accounts and search or join a certain group that will help you to know what the VA is all about. Fourth, if you have that enough information you can apply as many as you can but be aware of the “SCAMMERS”. They are just pretending to be a good one but once they take all the information that they will need on you, they are just like a ghost. Fifth, if you did your best but your best wasn’t good enough you can now enroll in the online course for you have full knowledge about the job.
On becoming a VA, what are the different types of job as VA?
Social Media Virtual Assistant- is a remote assistant who is skilled in managing various social media tasks.
Real Estate Virtual Assistant –is a remote worker who can complete a wide variety of real estate tasks such as preparing & filling paperwork, responding to email inquiries, setting up meetings, etc.
Virtual Research Assistant- someone who does internet research for their clients.
Virtual Administrative Assistant- is someone who does a variety of administrative tasks, such as managing contact lists, handling billing and accounting, handling basic HR duties, etc.
eCommerce Virtual Assistant- can ease out the burden of eComm businessmen. They are adept at working with Shopify, Magento or any other platform.
Data Entry VA- work as a savior for entrepreneurs. They can save you both time and money. Hiring a data entry VA is always cheaper than hiring a regular employee to complete data entry tasks.
Virtual Bookkeeping Assistant - is the backbone of every business – small or big. And needless to say, bookkeeping demands time and resources. You can easily hire virtual assistants adept at widely used software, such as Xero, NetSuite, QuickBooks, etc.
Virtual Marketing Assistant- is someone who helps their clients in various kinds of marketing tasks, such as Facebook marketing, Twitter marketing, email marketing, etc.
How a virtual assistant help you in your business?
Hiring a virtual assistant rather than a full-time employee is a great idea if you want to free up time in your workweek in a cost-effective way without sacrificing the amount of marketing that is done. It is also ideal if you want to be productive without dealing with the hassle associated with recruiting, training and managing an in-house assistant. Hiring a virtual assistant is a great way to maximize your own efficiency.
Working as VA can really change your client’s life?
Below is the list that really helps your client to motivate and guide you in your journey as VA. There are 4 ways for a Virtual Assistant that really changes a client’s life.
Free up more time for the ones that matter- Establishing a business gives us an enterprise that will not only support our family but leave a legacy for them. Remember as long as you work with conviction, diligence, and purpose, you will always have opportunities to make money and recover your investment. But time foregone is time lost forever.
Achieve more- Hiring a Virtual Assistant will allow you to cover all the bases. Your Virtual Assistant can manage all non-essential tasks as well as areas that do not fall under your core competencies.
Manage Stress- Hiring a Virtual Assistant, you will be able to repurpose time for yourself to recharge. Among the best ways to counter the effects of stress is to exercise, meditate, and take extended breaks and being with loved ones.
Never miss out on opportunities- Virtual Assistant can filter your emails. She/he can itemize communication as a priority and if authorized, he can respond on your behalf. If there are communications that present opportunities for your business, you cannot pass these up or delay the courtesy of a response. You have to engage the sender right away.
Resources:
Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virtual_assistant
Virtual Assistance Services https://www.acelerartech.com/va-guide/types-of-virtual-assistant-services/
Virtual Assistant https://outsourceworkers.com.au/4-ways-a-virtual-assistant-can-change- your-life-forever/
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