By the end of Week 1, you’ll clearly understand the VA industry, know the types of VAs, and be able to choose your own starting path.
You’ll set up your online presence, decide on your starter services, and learn how to write a compelling VA bio (even if you have zero experience).
You’ll go through hands-on training in Google Sheets (data entry) and Gmail (email management), then create your first work samples.
You’ll continue building skills with calendar management and Canva for beginner graphic design, then create more samples to add to your portfolio.
You’ll learn how to understand client job posts, write proposals that stand out, and practice by writing multiple sample proposals.
You’ll take your bio, skills, and samples, and put them together into a professional portfolio. Then, you’ll submit it for review and feedback.
You’ll learn the best platforms to get started, networking strategies, and how to pitch clients directly.
You’ll prepare for client interviews, learn how to set expectations, and understand how to build long-term client relationships.
Learn everything you need to start working with Excel and become good with all Data Entry tasks relying on Excel.
Learn everything you need to know about Gmail to start offering email management service to clients.
Learn all the ins and outs of Google calendar to start offering calendar management to clients.
Learn all the basics of Canva to start offering social media graphic design service to clients.
I am Sadiq Umar. I am a freelance virtual assistant, content creator, coach, and online entrepreneur.
I started my online entrepreneurship journey in 2019 out of desperation. I had a full-time job that was demanding and paid very little to be able to take care of myself and my family.
I tried most of the things you come across when you search for “How to make money online” on Google and YouTube, and I failed so many times until I started freelancing and started making my first money online.
I was able to build a career as a freelancer, later transitioned to a virtual assistant, living with more freedom and flexibility to explore and build the life that I want.
I am now on a mission to educate and empower others who are in the position I was when I got started.