So, you want to start working at home, eh? Well, it’s not all sunshine and roses! There can be considerable disadvantages to being your own boss. You’ll have to determine whether the pros outweigh the cons so you can begin working from home with realistic goals in mind. Related Post: […]
Did you know that the LinkedIn platform is a must for professional networking, including finding quality clients for your service-based business? If you’ve not set up your LinkedIn profile yet or have one that’s gathering cobwebs due to inactivity, you’ll want to read this post! I’m going to go over […]
A portfolio is one of the best ways to show your design and writing expertise and will show potential clients that you have the experience and skills to handle their project. But, one of the challenges to creating a quality portfolio is gaining the experience. It’s difficult to get hired […]
Creating a WordPress site using Siteground web hosting (or your own chosen host provider) Have you been thinking about creating a website but are confused about where to start? It’s not an uncommon problem. But get this: most of the blogs and sites you see online were set up by […]
So, you’ve gained or you’re about to gain a brand-new client. Congrats! Now, it’s time to get to work, right? Not quite. For most VAs, a contract is a final step before beginning any project. In this post, I talk about what a contract really is and how to get […]
Figuring out how to get paid as a virtual assistant can be a challenge for most. Before you can decide how to get paid, however, you’ll want to understand how to set your rates. You’re going to want to make sure your rates are right for getting clients but fair […]
You can’t run a successful service-based business without clients. and it’s vital to have a way to get and retain customers, no matter what size your business is or how many clients you want to take on. You also need a way to do that efficiently. Using email templates for […]
Have Processes in Place Gaining a new client can be both an exciting experience and a terrifying one. This is especially true if you don’t have a system in place to sign on new clients. You’ll want to set up an onboarding process that helps you select clients who are […]
Setting Up Your Business Any business you start should be set up legally. Your virtual assistant business is no exception. Depending on where you live, setting up a business can involve several action steps. You’ll likely need a business license, an Employer Identification Number (EIN or Federal Tax ID), and […]
If you want to charge higher rates, you’ll want to find a virtual assistant niche to specialize in; a niche that has less competition but is in high demand by your ideal customers. Usually, that involves being a true expert in some form of technology and being able to deliver […]