<h3>BECOME A VIRTUAL ASSISTANT (WORK REMOTELY)</h3>
<p> ;</p>
<p>If you are unemployed, own a laptop and you are proficient in Microsoft please consider being a virtual office assistant.</p>
<p>You can make +R500 p/d on a good day</p>
<p> ;</p>
<p> ;</p>
<h3>WHAT IS A VIRTUAL ASSISTANT?</h3>
<p>A Virtual Assistant is someone who offers support to businesses and professionals. A Virtual Assistant uses technology / computer to perform tasks remotely rather than commuting to a physical location.</p>
<p> ;</p>
<h1><span>What Does a Virtual Assistant Do?</span></h1>
<ul>
<li>Complete administrative tasks from a remote location</li>
<li><span>Manage email accounts</span></li>
<li><span>Schedule calls and meetings</span></li>
<li>Make travel arrangements</li>
</ul>
<p> ;</p>
<p>Below is a step by step guide on how you can get it done:</p>
<h3></h3>
<h3>How to become a virtual assistant</h3>
<p>Requirements:<br />
Own a laptop, be proficient in Microsoft, have a good internet connection and good communication skills.</p>
<p> ;</p>
<p>As a virtual assistant you will do administrative work on behalf of a business or an entrepreneur.</p>
<p> ;</p>
<h3></h3>
<h3>Where to start?</h3>
<p>Create a profile</p>
<p>1. Outline your experiences and/or expertise</p>
<p>2. Be clear about the type of services you are offering</p>
<p>3. Make sure you meet targets on time (it will help build a good reputation for you which guarantees returning clients)</p>
<p>4. Do not short sell yourself but be reasonable with pricing</p>
<p>5. Take atleast 50% deposit before completing a task (some clients are difficult)</p>
<p>6. You can charge anything between R150- R300 per task depending on the task or workload ( two small tasks = R600)</p>
<p> ;</p>
<p>Disclaimer: the amount you make depends on the work you put in, consistency, a good reputation therefore what I make might be different to what you will make!</p>
<p> ;</p>
<p>You need to advertise your work. Target small/medium businesses, entrepreneurs, Tenderpreneurs and even startup companies (admin work ya ba nyesa)</p>
<p> ;</p>
<h3>Services you can offer:<br />
(but not limited to)</h3>
<p>&#8211; General Admin work (handling emails/organizing meetings/ sending and receiving documents/ typing/ filing/ organizing and capturing data etc)<br />
&#8211; Customer support<br />
&#8211; Website management if they have one<br />
&#8211; Social media management</p>
<p> ;</p>
<h3>Where to find Virtual Assistant jobs:</h3>
<p>Platforms like these are a good place to start. You can get your first client within the first week if you are active.</p>
<p><strong>&#8211; Fiverr</strong></p>
<p><strong>&#8211; Fancy Hand</strong></p>
<p><strong>&#8211; LinkedIn </strong><br />
<strong>&#8211; Indeed</strong></p>
<h3>1. Link for Fiverr: <a href="https://www.fiverr.com/categories/business/virtual-assistant-services">https://www.fiverr.com/categories/business/virtual-assistant-services</a></h3>
<h3>2. Link for Fancy Hands: <a href="https://www.fancyhands.com/jobs">https://www.fancyhands.com/jobs</a></h3>
<p> ;</p>
<h3>Or you can choose to be completely independent and market yourself</h3>
<p>If you want to be independent of any freelance platform then join online communities for entrepreneurs or businesses. You will get your clients there.</p>
<p>Use your social media presence to advertise your services</p>
<p> ;</p>
<h3>Tips:</h3>
<p>â Be consistent<br />
â Build a good client relationship (guarantees returning clients)<br />
â Advertise yourself<br />
â Don&#8217;t sell yourself short<br />
â Be patient especially when you are just starting</p>
<p> ;</p>
<p>ALL THE BEST!</p>
<p> ;</p>

Are you looking for an opportunity to kickstart your career in Supply Chain Management? GCC Skills…
The South African Police Service (SAPS) invites interested and suitably qualified candidates to apply for…
If you're looking for a career in the transport and logistics industry, here's an exciting…
School holidays are the perfect time to invest in your future, and one of the…
South African youth looking for an opportunity to gain workplace experience and kick-start their careers…
South Africans looking for stable government employment opportunities should take note of the latest vacancies…