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Jun 03
How to Become a Rockstar Filipino Virtual Assistant (update)

How to Become a Rockstar Filipino Virtual Assistant?

  • June 3, 2020
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If you’re out to look for an online job, becoming a virtual assistant is probably the most accessible role you can find. I mean, you just need to assist your bosses, right?

Well. That’s true. Virtual assistants aid business owners in handling administrative tasks that take too much time. It can be data entry, social media postings, and so on. The freed-up time can be dedicated to more pressing tasks for your employers.

But that is such a general definition of what virtual assistants can do. The demand for virtual assistants is growing every day. As it grows, people look for VAs with specific expertise. Here are the top virtual assistant roles you can try pursuing.

  • General Admin Virtual Assistant
  • Data Entry Virtual Assistant
  • eCommerce Virtual Assistant
  • Social Media Virtual Assistant
  • Marketing Virtual Assistant
  • Real Estate Virtual Assistant
  • Research Virtual Assistant
  • Bookkeeping Virtual Assistant

VA Salary

Here are the salary ranges of virtual assistants as of the moment.

 

Skills Required

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Skills Required

There are different skills needed for every specific VA role. But in general, you need to have a baseline knowledge of the qualities of a rockstar Filipino VAs.

Take note; everyone can potentially become a VA. But not all are good enough to be rockstar VAs. And it’s all about the soft skills.

 

Communication Skills

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Communication Skills

Most likely, you will be talking to foreign clients. Your English should be at a conversational level. It should be at a level where you can follow instructions and give feedback and suggestions to tasks at hand.

And on top of this, you should be wary of online communications and understand their culture so that you can collaborate better.

 

Independence

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Independence

Your boss hired a VA to save some time. But if you’re someone who needs to be supervised and micromanaged, what’s the point?

You need to be independent enough to do your tasks well. You have to be someone who can be trusted and doesn’t need much supervision. And you would want it to be this way.

At least, you can work in peace without a prying eye. And in my opinion, it can lead to more productivity.

 

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Flexible

Coupled with independence, flexibility is essential to becoming a rockstar VA. There will be hardships and challenges in our work. The ability to adapt and be flexible with ideas and solutions is much-needed for every company.

And having that trait makes you more valuable than the rest.

 

Value-Driven

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Value-Driven

Today, it’s all about the value you can provide to people. The more value you can give, the more you can expect in return. So as a virtual assistant, you should always aim to provide the best output.

Always aim to improve with every task. In the long run, it can make you an integral team member for your client. And this will ensure long-term client relationships.

 

Have Initiative

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Have Initiative

On top of being value-driven, you need to have initiative as a Virtual Assistant. A lot of employees have a mindset to settle for just the minimum requirements. There is nothing wrong with that.

But if you want to progress further, have the initiative. It means going beyond what is required. For example, if you observe something that can be improved, suggest it to your clients.

If there are growth opportunities like additional projects or training, grab them! This practice will result in advancement that can set you apart from everyone else.

 

Crafting Your Resume How to Become a Virtual Assistant When You Don’t Have Experience_

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Crafting Your Resume: How to Become a Virtual Assistant When You Don’t Have Experience?

Now, let’s find you a client! For that, you might need a resume. There are countless resume templates out there. But how do you set yourself apart? Here are some tips.

 

Customize For Your Client and Highlight Relevant Experiences

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Customize For Your Client and Highlight Relevant Experiences

Every job opening has client requirements. For example, someone might look for a social media virtual assistant.

For people who have experience in office-based work but don’t have remote work experience, just find an aspect of your job that is relevant to your requirements. For example, you were working as a marketing staff that handles social media.

You can say that you are fit for the role because you handled social media in your previous job even though it was not your primary role back then.

Be Creative

Sometimes, adding flair to your resume can set you apart. A lot of people just pass plain-looking resumes. Nothing wrong with that. But why not add some modern designs to make it eye-catching?

 

Be Creative

There are multiple ways, especially with Canva. Be creative and surprise your possible clients from the on-set.

 

What If You Have Literally ZERO Work Experience_

What If You Have Literally ZERO Work Experience?

Companies hire because of the value you can give to them. And most of the time, you need to prove it with previous work. How do you do that if you don’t have any working experience?

Well, you need to start somewhere. Maybe you can start small by asking microbusinesses. Or you can apply to internships. Sometimes, this “sacrifice” (for some) for lower pay grades might lead to better opportunities in the future.

Conclusion

Becoming a Rockstar Virtual Assistant is not easy. It takes a lot of growth and value-giving to reach the top. But it’s possible! And it all starts with a single step! Check out virtual assistant jobs and start your VA journey today.

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Disclaimer: The above article was written according to the information available as of press time.
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