HOW TO BECOME A VIRTUAL ASSISTANT: PART ONE

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey as a Virtual Assistant? This step-by-step guide will help you kickstart your career and set you on the path to success. Becoming a VA is a fantastic way to leverage your skills and work on your terms, providing support to photographers and other professionals who need your expertise.

1. INSTAGRAM: BUSINESS

Create an Instagram Business Account: Your journey begins on Instagram. Start by creating a business account dedicated to your Virtual Assistant Business and nothing else. A business account provides valuable features such as insights, contact options, and the ability to run ads.

Follow Your Niche, Not Your Friends: Resist the temptation to follow friends and acquaintances. Instead, follow individuals and businesses within your chosen niche. This will help you build a relevant network.

Build Relationships: Engage with your niche community through direct messages and thoughtful comments on photos. Networking is key to establishing your presence as a VA.

Post Niche Content: Showcase your expertise by posting content related to your niche and the services you offer. Share valuable tips, insights, and success stories to demonstrate your knowledge and skills.

2. CHOOSE YOUR NICHE

Follow Your Passion: When selecting a niche, choose something that genuinely excites you. Your passion will drive your success and satisfaction in the long run.

Identify Your Strengths: Opt for a niche where you have prior experience or feel confident in learning about. Your expertise will make you more valuable to potential clients.

Embrace Adaptability: Your niche might evolve over time, and that’s perfectly fine. Stay open to exploring new areas within your chosen field.

3. MILKSHAKE: WEBSITE

Create a Milkshake “Website”: Milkshake is a user-friendly app that allows you to create a simple but effective landing page. Use it to introduce yourself, showcase your services, and list your prices.

Include Services and Prices: Clearly outline the services you offer and their respective prices. Transparency is crucial for building trust with potential clients.

Add Your Calendly Link: Make it easy for prospective clients to book discovery calls with you. Integrate Calendly into your Milkshake page so they can schedule meetings at their convenience.

4. CALENDY: SCHEDULING

Utilize Calendly for Scheduling Purposes: Calendly is a powerful scheduling tool. Include it in your Milkshake Website in your Instagram bio link, enabling potential clients to book discovery calls with you effortlessly. It saves time and streamlines the appointment-setting process.

5. PRICING

Choose Your Pricing Model: Given the dynamic nature of VA work, consider pricing yourself through packages. Clearly define what clients get at each price point, making it easier for them to understand the value you provide.

6. CONNECT WITH OTHER VAs

Research Other VAs: Look for virtual assistants in your niche and connect with them. Networking with peers can be invaluable for learning best practices, gaining insights, and potentially collaborating on projects.

DON’T GIVE UP!

Remember, becoming a virtual assistant is a journey (read about mine!), and it may take time to establish yourself in the industry. Stay committed to honing your skills, providing excellent service, and building relationships within your niche community. In Part Two of this series, we’ll delve deeper into marketing strategies and client acquisition techniques. Stay tuned for more valuable insights on your path to becoming a successful virtual assistant!

It can always be helpful to chat with someone’s who has gone through the experience already! If that sounds like something you could benefit from, let’s chat! Book a Coaching Call with me today.

Photos by: Photo KC