leeyan: #ChalkTalkCebu: Virtual Assistance 101

Heyyyy there!

So guess what? I'm doing a bootcamp of sorts on how to earn a stable income while working from home called #ChalkTalkCebu. For this beta-test, I'd like to invite you all to join me for coffee and pizza as we talk about the basics of virtual assistance.

That's what I've been doing for the last five years! I'm also a B2C Marketing Coordinator for a smartphone app, but being a VA was the most enjoyable job I've ever had! The friendships I've made, the skills I've acquired, and basically just the beauty x challenge of working for online entrepreneurs is exciting to me!

A little back story: I did a session with a couple of friends, teaching them the tricks of the trade. I then shared this story with a couple of brilliant online entrepreneurs that I met over the weekend, and they encouraged me to do a small training event! So I took their advice!

Now.. there's a myth that in order for you to be hired online, you need to either be a writer or graphics designer or editor - but seriously, all you need is focus and the desire to learn and become better.

First off, what is a virtual assistant?

A virtual assistant or VA is a self-employed administrative or personal assistant who works remotely (usually at home) for various clients.

What does a VA do?

VAs do a wide range of tasks - from email management to content writing to website management to appointment setting to more skill-set-specific tasks such as podcast management, graphics design, web development, and social media marketing.

Who hires VAs?

Most clients who are looking for virtual assistants are those who run online businesses (webpreneurs, as they have been nicknamed); others who have physical businesses (shops, firms, etc.) also hire VAs for minor tasks as well.

Why do these clients hire VAs?

Well, the reason is mainly economic. Let's face it: hiring Filipino VAs is so much more affordable than hiring someone who can physically show up to their offices. Also, online entrepreneurs travel a lot and also work from home or wherever they are; their businesses are all Internet-based, so it's just reasonable and efficient that they work with someone who's Internet-based as well.

Given the experience I've had working with these online entrepreneurs, I've been asked over and over again how I landed my clients, what kind of projects I do and how I do them, plus how much I earn! So why not gather all of you in one place and teach you about the basics.

At #ChalkTalkCebu, I will go into the world of being a virtual assistant and what you can expect. I'll also give you a rundown of how much you can earn, what types of tasks you will be asked to do, and why it's the best alternative for people who want to work at their own time, wherever they want.

What will you get from this #bootcamp?

New skills to add and flaunt on your resume (podcast management, social media marketing, content management, etc.)
Resources for where to find online job openings
How to create a kickass resume that'll surely get clients' attention!
Insider tips on how to get hired and remain employed by foreign clients
And if you're really, really good and interested and invested, referrals to the pool of online entrepreneurs I personally know! Yay!
New friendship! Woot woot! Ain't it fun to learn and earn with people with the same mindset as yours?
AND A WHOLE LOT MOOOOORE! I'm so excited! Hope you are too!

What should you bring?

Your laptop
A notebook and pens/pencils
Money for registration aka snacks/space rental (depends on how many people sign up - not gonna break the bank, swear!)
Your enthusiastic self and the hunger to learn! Plus you gotta bring your A-game so we can brainstorm during the open forum!

Not everyone understands the potential of working from home and the power of the Internet - but trust me, the opportunity for personal and career growth exists online too!

Interested in smashing your #careergoals for 2016 and getting that freedom from the pressure of the corporate world? Join me and my crew this summer as we jumpstart #ChalkTalkCebu!

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