these uncomfortable truths were very comfortable to me and they make sense. it’s been a week since i’ve dedicated myself into becoming a va and i wanted to start my rates from $18-19/hr since i’m now getting into the field. but when i went on social media just to get more info on how to become a va, a lot of the experienced va’s recommended that when starting out, your rates should be high which didn’t make sense to me especially for people like myself just starting out. i’m glad i came across your video erin i’ve bought several of your courses on udemy and you’ve been extremely helpful with my new path im taking for myself! thank you thank you!!
Thanks for this honest information! Experienced VAs make it sound like it is all roses minus the thorns. When they actually make their money buy selling stuff to new, inexperienced VA's
I was just looking but this is actually solid advice that I have used as a self employed contract worker. Honestly people really forget you have to start at the bottom in order to get to the top! Just like climbing a tree! Thank you Erin Booth!!
I concur! when I was starting out my career as a VA I had to take in what tasks and rate there is being offered. The reason being is to learn the skill trade... Once I got enough experience with each task/project, its workflow and all other factors such as programs, operational functionalities, including timetable, until then you could come to decide on every important details to carry with you on your remote career. Also, "Personal Qualities", "Work Ethics", "Skills (Hard/Soft Skills)", the past (Administrative Office Work Experience) come significantly useful when starting out. Thank you again for this insightful and well explained video. Erin, is it okay to share your videos with my team as I see them all as great knowledge based tool to enhance their career and work as team players? - Garret
Great video. I learned many lessons at this stage of my career. It helped me decide what I wanted to do and with who. I also learned that I needed boundaries and what to charge. The first video editing job I did I charged $200 for a 5 hour video course. 😲
I am considering this area from public school teacher. I want to figure out if I can break into this realistically without a struggle. I believe I will have to start as a general VA.
Hi Erin, signed up for 2 of your courses so far. So my question is this. I have been an Admin asst for 20+ years, but the virtual thing is new. How would you start with plenty of experience but little applied virtually? Thanks
welcome to the virtual world! I originally came from the EA world too (a lifetime ago). I can confidently say that almost every task you did in an office can be done remotely. I suggest reaching out to old bosses, managers, and coworkers to simply introduce your new services as a VA. Often times asking your immediate network to keep you in mind for opportunities is enough to get the ball rolling. Since you already have a STRONG base for the work, the best learning is going to be on the job. When you land your first remote client, focus on getting used to the work, work flow, etc. Once you're feeling confident that you have more time in your day for another client, it's time to market hard!
hi, i want to buy your course on udemy and was wondering if its also good for those who have no experience in VA? I come from a different field and want to learn about it and maybe do freelancing.
I opted not to film one but my experience was fantastic! I finished in 9 months (nearly half a year ahead of schedule, I believe because I wore my trays nearly 24 hours a day). I’ve been done since December 2021 and love my smile. Perfect teeth! No refinements needed. I had a permanent wire put behind my bottom teeth and wear trays at night. How has your experience been?
Is $35/hr a good wage? That's a subjective question that depends on your personal goals, expenses, where you live, and how many clients you're working with. Plus rates aren’t a stagnant- so if you start with new clients at $35, you can increase 6 months or a year into your work with them.
these uncomfortable truths were very comfortable to me and they make sense. it’s been a week since i’ve dedicated myself into becoming a va and i wanted to start my rates from $18-19/hr since i’m now getting into the field. but when i went on social media just to get more info on how to become a va, a lot of the experienced va’s recommended that when starting out, your rates should be high which didn’t make sense to me especially for people like myself just starting out. i’m glad i came across your video erin i’ve bought several of your courses on udemy and you’ve been extremely helpful with my new path im taking for myself! thank you thank you!!
Thanks for this honest information! Experienced VAs make it sound like it is all roses minus the thorns. When they actually make their money buy selling stuff to new, inexperienced
VA's
You are an excellent teacher. I have been binging on all your videos and I am enjoying them. Thank you very much.
They were not uncomfortable at all! Thank you for sharing :)
I was just looking but this is actually solid advice that I have used as a self employed contract worker. Honestly people really forget you have to start at the bottom in order to get to the top! Just like climbing a tree! Thank you Erin Booth!!
Thanks for being real with us 💯
I concur! when I was starting out my career as a VA I had to take in what tasks and rate there is being offered. The reason being is to learn the skill trade... Once I got enough experience with each task/project, its workflow and all other factors such as programs, operational functionalities, including timetable, until then you could come to decide on every important details to carry with you on your remote career. Also, "Personal Qualities", "Work Ethics", "Skills (Hard/Soft Skills)", the past (Administrative Office Work Experience) come significantly useful when starting out. Thank you again for this insightful and well explained video. Erin, is it okay to share your videos with my team as I see them all as great knowledge based tool to enhance their career and work as team players? - Garret
You’re so spot on! Those soft skills are crucial assets for running a VA business. Please share any videos you want to! Appreciate you.
Hey your videos are the most amazing for the VA just starting out
Great video. I learned many lessons at this stage of my career. It helped me decide what I wanted to do and with who. I also learned that I needed boundaries and what to charge. The first video editing job I did I charged $200 for a 5 hour video course. 😲
Thanks so much.
I am considering this area from public school teacher. I want to figure out if I can break into this realistically without a struggle. I believe I will have to start as a general VA.
You're awesome, Erin!!! I love your videos and learn so much from their contents!!! Congrats and thank you so much!!!
Completely agree 💓
Hi Erin, signed up for 2 of your courses so far. So my question is this. I have been an Admin asst for 20+ years, but the virtual thing is new. How would you start with plenty of experience but little applied virtually? Thanks
welcome to the virtual world! I originally came from the EA world too (a lifetime ago). I can confidently say that almost every task you did in an office can be done remotely. I suggest reaching out to old bosses, managers, and coworkers to simply introduce your new services as a VA. Often times asking your immediate network to keep you in mind for opportunities is enough to get the ball rolling. Since you already have a STRONG base for the work, the best learning is going to be on the job. When you land your first remote client, focus on getting used to the work, work flow, etc. Once you're feeling confident that you have more time in your day for another client, it's time to market hard!
hi, i want to buy your course on udemy and was wondering if its also good for those who have no experience in VA? I come from a different field and want to learn about it and maybe do freelancing.
Which one are you looking at specifically? I also have this one for new, new newbies! erin-s-school-b829.thinkific.com/courses/va-academy
@@ErinBooth im looking at your course 'must have skills for va in 2022'.
Have you done another update on your 3m/invisalign?
I opted not to film one but my experience was fantastic! I finished in 9 months (nearly half a year ahead of schedule, I believe because I wore my trays nearly 24 hours a day). I’ve been done since December 2021 and love my smile. Perfect teeth! No refinements needed. I had a permanent wire put behind my bottom teeth and wear trays at night. How has your experience been?
I’m wondering how you all live when 35 is the high end and taxes take most of it? Serious question.
Is $35/hr a good wage?
That's a subjective question that depends on your personal goals, expenses, where you live, and how many clients you're working with. Plus rates aren’t a stagnant- so if you start with new clients at $35, you can increase 6 months or a year into your work with them.
Hallo dear I really need your help.
How can I help you?
@@ErinBooth I need to become a virtual assistant minus paying first, is there any agency that recruits people without them first paying a fee