Being a virtual assistant is one of the hottest new careers available. It can be an ideal way to earn money online doing something you love and getting to work from the comfort of your own home IF you consider all the pros and cons and understand the best ways to work as a freelance virtual assistant.
A lot of people are worried about online scams when they are trying to earn a decent living online. The truth is that becoming a virtual assistant is a legitimate opportunity if you learn how to get organized, find work, and follow through. We’ve all heard of a secretary or personal assistant. A virtual assistant can be similar, except s/he works virtually, that is, online and off-site. There’s no need to make coffee!
Other virtual assistants special in certain topics (niches) like health or finance. They might also specialize in certain areas of a modern business, such as running a WordPress blog or doing email marketing. Specialist virtual assistants (VAs) earn more money than generalists, though they might not find as many jobs to apply for on the main freelance marketplace websites.
On the other hand, they can get a steady stream of regular clients happy with their work if they brand themselves and marketing their services correctly.
If you’ve been thinking about ways to earn more money at home, or need to replace lost income because you’ve been laid off or have become a stay at home parent, learn more about freelancing and becoming a VA and see if it is the right career for you.
Further Reading
How to Start Working as a Virtual Assistant
How to Start Working as a Successful Freelancer
60 Top Tips for Successful Freelancing
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