i was interested in becoming one, but dont know where to start. or what kind of experience i need. any ideas would be helpful. thanks
2006-12-13 15:03:24 · 5 answers · asked by erika c 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
yes! normally you need computer and customer service experience! There are jobs and descriptions on http://www.cjfj.net
2006-12-13 17:32:24 · answer #1 · answered by chrisqueencreek 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Virtual assistant is one of the best home-based businesses right now, and many businesses and individuals alike are warming up to the idea and need for virtual assistants.
Here are some resources I suggest to help you learn more about becoming a virtual assistant
Starting a Virtual Assistant Business http://www.entrepreneur.com/article/0,4621,316200,00.html
How to Start Your Own Virtual Assistant Business http://www.powerhomebiz.com/vol40/virtual.htm
Tips on Winning a Virtual Assistant Position http://www.powerhomebiz.com/vol132/virtual.htm
Start your own virtual assistant business http://www.usatoday.com/money/smallbusiness/tightrope/2001-03-07-tightrope-howtova.htm
However, the market is relatively new. As virtual assistant, a key part of your marketing strategy will be educating potential clients how your service can help them.
As such, networking and word of mouth are extremely effective strategies in marketing a VA business. Here is an interview of a VA and she said that one of the best ways for her to get clients is by attending local networking events. She is very active in the organizations that she participates in, and that has helped her raise her profile in the community and for potential clients to know what she is doing. She also networks online in forums and other online communities. You can read her story here http://www.womenhomebusiness.com/startup/kmann2.htm
You can also hook up with other VAs; they may be able to give you some contracts and assignments. Here are some associations and networking groups that you may consider joining
International Virtual Assistants Association http://www.ivaa.org/
International Association of Virtual Office Assistants http://www.iavoa.com/
Alliance for Virtual Businesses http://www.allianceforvirtualbiz.com/
International Association of Administrative Professionals http://www.iaap-hq.org/
Virtual Assistant Networking Forum (VANF) http://www.vanetworking.com/
Virtual Business Group http://www.virtualbizgroup.com/
Virtual-Professionals.com http://www.virtual-professionals.com/
For in-depth information about becoming a VA, I suggest you read any of the following books :
- Virtual Assistant, The Series: Become a Highly Successful, Sought After VA (Author: Diana Ennen)
- The 2-Second Commute: Join the Exploding Ranks of Freelance Virtual Assistants (Author: Christine Durst)
- Up Close & Virtual: A Practical Guide to Starting Your Own Virtual Assistant Business, Second Edition (Author: Diana Ennen, Kelly Poelker)
- The Virtual Assistant's Guide to Marketing (Author: Michelle Jamison)
2006-12-13 22:29:18 · answer #2 · answered by imisidro 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My ex boss quit her job and became a virtual assistant. Her business is called A+ virtual assistant in Savannah Georgia.
2006-12-13 15:05:40 · answer #3 · answered by SamIam82 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Virtual Assistant is a person who operates from his/her residence and attends to day to day work online from home or by telecalling from home. Pl. visit www.virtualjobs.com and there are many other sites offering such assignments. Pl. beware of scamsters thay are in plenty and always on prowl. If need any help pl. contact me by mail at nra_mumbai@yahoo.co.in
2006-12-13 16:42:13 · answer #4 · answered by saifudakamal 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have heard of them but not much about them. I am doing some research now - i'll let you know if I find anything
2006-12-13 15:05:57 · answer #5 · answered by Tricia B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋