How to Become a Virtual Assistant

In this lesson, we’re going to pull back the curtain on what being a virtual assistant really means. You’ll learn what kinds of work clients actually need help with, not just admin tasks, but creative, strategic, and operational roles that make their business run smoother.

In this lesson, we’re going to uncover your niche, the intersection between what you love doing, what you’re naturally good at, and what clients actually need help with. Being a virtual assistant doesn’t mean you have to be an expert in everything. Your niche helps you focus on the kind of work that lights you up and allows you to deliver your best results.

In this lesson, we’ll shift from the “employee mindset” to the “freelancer mindset.” You’ll learn how to think like a business owner, setting boundaries, managing expectations, and taking ownership of your time and value.

In this lesson, you’ll learn how to set up the business side of freelancing, protecting your work, getting paid on time, and staying organized.

In this lesson, you’ll learn the core digital tools that professional Virtual Assistants use every day to work faster, stay organized, and deliver high-quality support to clients. From keyboard shortcuts to project management platforms, this module gives you a practical foundation you’ll use in nearly every VA role.

In this lesson, you’ll learn how taxes work for Virtual Assistants, including sole proprietor vs. LLC taxation, self-employment tax, and how to estimate and plan for quarterly payments. You’ll set up a simple, tax-ready system to avoid surprises, stay organized, and run your VA business with confidence and peace of mind.

Finding VA work isn’t about applying more, it’s about being clear, aligned, and easy to choose. In this lesson, you’ll learn how clients actually decide who to hire and how to position yourself so your applications get responses.